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Call for applications: Fête de la Musique 2017

24 Mar 2017 - 15:40

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Organisers of Fête de la Musique are calling on musicians from all music genres to apply for the sixth edition of the annual event that will be held on Saturday 17 June in Johannesburg, South Africa. The deadline for applications is Friday 28 April 2017.

Peter Solo of Vaudou Game. Photo: Pinterest

How to apply

Interested artists should send their applications forms with the following material:

Artist biography
Photos
Technical rider
Sound clips
Videos
Press kit

All applications can be sent to fetedelamusiquejoburg@gmail.com while application forms can be downloaded here.

Fête de la Musique is a free family-friendly event that celebrates live music. It hosts international artists alongside local musicians by providing a platform for upcoming talent and brings free music for all in a safe and inclusive environment.

With thousands of visitors on only one day every year, the event has grown to become a platform for both renowned and upcoming talents. The event is courtesy of the Alliance Francaise Johannesburg and the French Institute of South Africa in partnership with Bassline Live and the support of Total.

In 2016, Fête de la Musique brought together more than 8 000 people in Newtown, Johannesburg. Performing artists included Vaudou Game (France), Blk Jks (South Africa), Les Fantastiques (DRC), Jess & Crabbe (France), Bombshelter Beast (South Africa), Mapumba Cilombo (DRC), Morayks (Lesotho), Zanmari Baré (Reunion Island) and others.