The Front Stage Program began in 2017 to encourage and promote young songwriters in Cape Breton Island. Since then, over a dozen artists have taken part with many going on to showcase at ECMA, Nova Scotia Music Week, and perform at festivals, theatres, and clubs across Canada.
2024 Applications
The Makin’ Waves Front Stage Program is an artist development program for Cape Breton songwriters under the age of 25. The program is intended to increase the experiences of Cape Breton songwriters and provide skills and performance opportunities to jumpstart their career in music.
Eligibility:
You must be from Cape Breton Island
You must be under 25 years of age (if a band, all members must be under 25)
You must write original music
You must be able to partake in artist development training and perform at Makin’ Waves presented by Sydney Credit Union www.makinwavesfestival.ca
Successful Applicants receive:
Artist development training including introductory management, marketing, booking, and industry skills
Live performance video
Professional live performance photography
Paid performance at Makin’ Waves presented by Sydney Credit Union
Previous Recipients
2017
- Shift from tha 902
- Bailey Shibinette
- Mitchell Bailey
- Jordan Francis
2018
- Cameron Hollohan
- Curtis Matheson
- Breagh Kelly
- Sarah Ellen Morrison
- Rudy and the Pace Family Orchestra
2019
- Kadima
- Sarah Ellen Morrison
- Good Dear Good
- Breagh Kelly
2022
- Isabella Samson
- Ava Vallis
- Lilianne Cormier
- Riley Prince-Gorman
- Breagh Kelly
2023
- Destiny Tobin
- Tess Poirier
- Jordyn
- 10 Slip