Summerfolk 2008::Performer Info

2009 Performer Submissions

To submit performer packages for consideration please mail to:

Richard Knechtel
C/O Georgian Bay Folk Society
P.O. Box 521
Owen Sound, ON N4K 5R1

The deadline to submit is mid February 16, 2009 , however you may submit for future considerations after that. Submissions are kept active for one year.

All materials received by the Georgian Bay Folk Society and/or the Artistic Director remain the property of the Folk Society.

All submissions are reviewed for their suitability for Summerfolk and our year round music programs. Due to the volume of material received, please be aware we are unable to acknowledge receipt or provide comments. Only those of interest will be contacted.

Helpful Hints

When submitting a CD, suggest the three most appropriate songs on the disc to be reviewed.

One page with bio, press and reference info is usually sufficient. If you are selected, additional promotional materials may be requested.

October is probably the best time to send a kit for the comming year.

Bonus Points

A list of workshop possibilities.

A recent live recording.

Remove the shrink-wrap from the CD.

Other Ways to Play Summerfolk

Apply to play The Last Chance Saloon March 28, 2009. Go to our Forms page for more information. One act from this event is selected to perform at Summerfolk 2009.

Sign-up for an Open Stage slot during Summerfolk. One act is selected for the following year's Festival. Pre-registration is available starting May 1st, 2009 - contact the Georgian Bay Folk Society office. A number of slots are also available on a first-come/first-served basis at the Festival.

One act from the Open Mic Nights at the Courthouse will be offered a spot at The Last Chance Saloon. Open Mic Nights are October 24, December 12 and March 13.

Young & Hungry - for those from the Grey-Bruce region, 20 years of age and under, please mark your submissions accordingly. A number of applicants will be selected to perform live at Young & Hungry Discoveries on March 28, 2009. Performers from that event will be selected to perform on the Young & Hungry Stage, Friday night at Summerfolk.