[Seeking Musicians/Creatives] Launching a Fredericton Musicians’ Collective for Grant-Funded Events & Professional Growth
Hey Fredericton,
I’m looking to connect with local musicians, producers, and event organizers who are interested in moving beyond the "gig-to-gig" hustle and building something more sustainable.
The goal is to form a formal Musicians' Collective. By organizing as a group, we can unlock professional funding opportunities through organizations like Music NB and other provincial/federal arts grants that are often out of reach for individual DIY artists.
The General Vision or whatever:
- Grant Acquisition: Collaborating on applications for project funding, touring, and professional development.
- Curated Events: Organizing high-quality, unique live music experiences across Fredericton that elevate the local scene.
- Resource Sharing: Pooling our collective knowledge on marketing, booking, and production to help everyone involved level up.
Who I’m looking for:
- Active Musicians: Any genre, but you must be professional, reliable, and "gig-ready."
- Organizers/Promoters: People who understand the logistics of putting on a show.
- Content Creators: Individuals with an interest in documenting the scene (video/photo/design).
This isn't just about finding people to play with; it’s about creating a lively music scene again where our musicians are actually getting paid what they are worth and not having to give most of it away to middle men or promotion agencies/ grifters. If you’re tired of being barred from venues because you refuse to sign with the local "agencies" and give half your money away, and want to help secure the resources needed to produce some really cool large-scale, or even small scale events in the city, let’s talk. Shoot me a DM with a brief intro about what you do and any links to your work. I’m looking to set up an initial meeting/hangout soon to discuss potential structures and upcoming grant deadlines.