The Association of Song and Music Professionals (APCM) invites four (4) artists from the Canadian Francophonie (West, Ontario and Acadia) and four (4) artists from the European and/or African Francophonie, with their respective managers, to apply to participate in C’est dans l’air .
Conditions offered:
Five (5) days of co-creation in Montreal for artists, from November 10 to 14, 2025;
Three (3) days of networking, workshops and development for managers, from November 12 to 14, 2025;
Supervision by professional trainers;
Presentation of his original project in a 15-minute showcase format, in a solo format, in front of professionals from the music industry.
Travel expenses (for artist and manager**)
Accommodation for the entire duration of the stay (for artist and manager**).
All meals on site.
Great collaborations guaranteed.
Access to the program of the Coup de cœur francophone Montréal festival.
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Through the Musicaction Incubator Project initiative, the APCM wishes to highlight the roles of author, arranger and composer, as well as the use of MAO (computer-assisted music).
Within the framework of this incubator, two parallel components are organized: an artistic co-creation component for artists and a skills development component for the professionals supporting them.
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The artistic component, from November 10 to 14, includes the participation of eight (8) artists, including four (4) French-Canadian and four (4) European. The group has a rehearsal space at its disposal where it can collectively experiment with sounds, work on collaborations, create and exchange know-how and musical influences*. All supervised by two (2) trainers/directors.
The professional component, from November 12 to 14, supports the mentors (managers, publishers, and event agents) of the artists in residence. The goal is to share skills in artist development and discuss the themes inherent to computer music in musical productions through the prism of their respective industries.
On Friday, November 14, a slot will be dedicated to the presentation of each artist’s original projects in front of professionals, in the form of 15-minute showcases.
The main objective of C’est dans l’air is to open new avenues of communication, collaboration, and professional touring for the artists and managers present, on both sides of the Atlantic. Participating in this type of activity, whether for artists in residence or for managers engaged in professional activities, undeniably creates affinities and natural connections based on each individual’s schedule.
* Please note that all recordings made during the artist residency are for private use, strictly limited to the duration of the C’est dans l’air project. No public or commercial use of the recordings made during the residency will be permitted.
** The conditions offered as part of the C’est dans l’air project apply to one (1) artist (or representative of a group), as well as to one (1) member of the artist’s professional entourage.
Artistic profiles targeted by this project
French-speaking authors and/or composers, of all musical styles, whose national careers are already advanced. Candidates must be ready to expand internationally (strategy in place) and have a professional network – manager, publisher, or performance agent (mandatory).
We’re looking for artists who work, or have an interest in working, with computer-assisted music. In a current or future project, they’re also proficient in the basics of digital audio workstations (DAW software such as Cubase, Pro Tools, Logic, and Ableton).
Eligibility criteria (artists from Canada):
Be at least 18 years old as of November 9, 2025.
Be an artist from the Canadian Francophonie (West, Ontario, Acadia);
Must be accompanied by a manager, publisher or performance agent, from November 12 to 14 inclusive.
Be ready for the European market (France, Belgium, Switzerland).
Demonstrate previous achievements in European territory or future export strategies.
Demonstrate your ability to create with MAO, or your motivation to use it in the future.
Have the willingness to collaborate and co-create with seven other artists for five days, under time and thematic constraints.
Be fully available to stay in Montreal from November 9 to 15 (for artists) and from November 11 to 15 (for accompanying professionals).
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