Nominees Revealed for 18 th Annual Canadian Folk Music Awards
Applications Open for NAMM Foundation ’ s President ’ s Innovation Award to Help Music Students Attend The NAMM Show
The Canadian Folk Music Awards celebrates its 18 th edition , with a roster of nominations that celebrates the breadth and depth of Canadian folk music . This year ’ s nominees span the country from Leader , SK , to Papineauville , QC , and from Salt Spring Island , BC , to Fredericton , NB — celebrating the diversity and talent of artists and musicians across Canada .
Established by Canada ’ s vibrant and internationally-recognized folk music community , the awards currently boasts 19 categories . Nominees are chosen for each category through a two-stage jury process . More than 100 jurors , located across Canada , representing all official provinces , territories and languages , determine the official recipients in each category .
The CFMA 2023 Awards Weekend takes place March 31 - April 2 , 2023 , and we are looking forward to heading to Vancouver . The weekend will capture the true heart of Canada ’ s folk community , while celebrating the 2023 nominees and the category recipients .
The application period for The NAMM Foundation ’ s President ’ s Innovation Award is now open . The annual award provides college music students focused on a career in music a stipend to attend The 2023 NAMM Show where they are invited to explore concepts , sessions , and technologies across music , pro audio , and entertainment technology .
At The NAMM Show , the Innovation Award winners will have the opportunity to network with established industry professionals , check out the latest products and technologies , and participate in The NAMM Foundation ’ s GenNext initiative : a professional development program for college students to help jump-start their careers . Held during each day of the show , and presented in partnership with the College Music Society , NAMM ’ s GenNext is open to all college and university students . The program provides dedicated educational sessions to help emerging professionals advance in their careers , and includes Friday ’ s “ Careers in Music ” Summit . On the show floor , participants will access the latest music products , pro audio , and live event technology exhibits , in addition to concerts and special events .
Applicants must be enrolled in college and university-based music , music business , music education or music technology programs and preparing for a career in the music industry . Each awardee will receive a cash award of $ 750 to support travel needs and expenses . Interested students can apply at Nammfoundation . org / innovation .
Since 2010 , the President ’ s Innovation Award has helped 675 emerging leaders attend and develop their professional networks at The NAMM Show .
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