The Demo Recording program supports new and emerging artists from systemically excluded groups living in B.C. to create demo recordings and engage in mentorship with local music producers.
Artists and producers can apply together for a $2,000 grant to cover 100% of recording expenses for one to two songs.
Program Closed
This program is now closed. The deadline for submissions was February 15, 2024, at 11:59 PM, PT.
Results will be communicated to all applicants in May 2024.
Guidelines and program materials can be found below. Please contact Creative BC staff with any questions.
Applications are evaluated by a panel of industry professionals that represent the groups this program is intended to serve, according to the priorities of the program, and using the scoring sheet below. Evaluation is competitive and comparative, based on the applications submitted and the funding available.
Would you like to connect one-on-one with Creative BC staff, ask questions, and learn more about this program?
Sign up for an info session below:
- December 20, 2023, 12 pm – 1 pm, online (MS Teams)
- December 22, 2023, 3 pm – 4 pm, online (MS Teams)
- January 5, 2024, 12 pm – 1 pm, online (MS Teams)
- January 18, 2024, 2 pm – 3 pm, online (MS Teams)
- January 29, 2024, 6:30 pm – 8:00 pm, Creative BC offices (in-person)
- February 7, 2024, 3 pm – 4 pm, online (MS Teams)
All info sessions will be conducted in English, and occur in Pacific Time. Info sessions are offered at no cost.
Searchable industry resources – vendors, grant writers, collaborators, and creative partners that can suppport your proposed project – all hosted on Creative BC’s Knowledge Hub:
Free, on-demand mentorship and support with representation, promotion, marketing, grants, production, and other elements of a successful music career at any stage, offered by industry professionals.
- JUMPSTART Foundations (offered by Music BC)
Learn more about past Demo Recording projects and recipients:
- 2021/22 Vancouver Music Fund Recipients
- 2022/23 Demo Recording Recipients
- Read creative profiles on past Demo Recording recipients
Additional funding resources and opportunities:
Please contact Creative BC staff with any questions about these resources.
If you have questions, or need assistance, please contact:
Joseph Bardsley | Coordinator, Music Programs
Phone: 236-455-6232
Email: jbardsley@creativebc.com
Demo Recording Guidelines 2023/24
Review these guidelines before beginning your Demo Recording application.
Application Materials
Demo Recording Artist Pitch Template 2023/24
Artists can prepare their responses to each question in this Word document, and attach it to the application form.
Demo Recording Producer Pitch Template 2023/24
Producers can prepare their responses to each question in this Word document, and attach it to the application form.
Demo Recording Example Production Agreement 2023/24
Use this template document to structure the agreement between the artist and the producer, and include it in your application.
Demo Recording Sample Application Form 2023/24
Reference the application questions, save your work, and collaborate with others using this editable form.
Resources
Demo Recording Tip Sheet + FAQ 2023/24
Check out some of the frequently-asked questions about this program.
Demo Recording Scoring Sheet 2023/24
Review the Demo Recording scoring criteria here.
Demo Recording Info Session Slides 2023/24
Review the slide deck presentation from the info sessions associated with this program.
The deadline for 2023/24 Demo Recording final reports is December 1, 2024, at 11:59 PM, PT.
Demo Recording Final Report (online form)
Demo Recording Studio Work Log (downloadable Word document)
Logo Use Approval Form (online form)
Please contact staff with any questions about the final reporting process.