2012 Performer Submissions

To submit performer packages for consideration, please mail to:

James Keelaghan
c/o Georgian Bay Folk Society
P.O. Box 521
Owen Sound, ON  N4K 5R1

The deadline to submit is February 20, 2012, 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 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 contact 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 at the Last Chance Saloon,  March 24, 2012. One act from this event is selected to perform at Summerfolk 2011.
    You can find an application form and details on how to play at Last Chance Saloon here: http://georgianbayfolk.org/lcs.html


  • One act from the Monday Night Music Sessions' Open Mic Nights will be offered a spot at the Last Chance Saloon.

  • 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 2rd, 2011 - contact the Georgian Bay Folk Society office. A number of slots are also available on a first-come/first-served basis at the Festival.

  • Discoveries Showcase - for those 21 years of age and under. A total of 12 registrations on a first-come/first-served basis are accepted to perform at each of the three Preliminary Discoveries Showcases to advance to the Final Discoveries Showcase on the afternoon of March 26th. Three performers from this event will be selected to perform In the Discoveries Concert, Friday night, August 19th at Summerfolk.