High profile singer songwriter competition launching in NYC
∙ SONGWRITER COMPETITION ∙ $1500 PRIZE ∙ FINALS AT WEBSTER HALL ∙
PERFORM AT THE NEW YORK COFFEE FESTIVAL ∙ 100% OF PROFITS SUPPORT PROJECT WATERFALL
APPLY HERE: WWW.COFFEEMUSICPROJECT.COM/
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS AUGUST 23RD, 2015
CALLING ALL MUSICIANS
The Coffee Music Project will be launching in New York City this September. Applications are now open and will close on August 23rd 2015. Musicians can now apply here.
The Coffee Music Project is a high profile music competition showcasing the creativity and talents of emerging musicians while engaging a deep spirit of community among those who share a passion for great music and coffee culture. 100% of the profits support Project Waterfall in partnership with charity: water, bringing clean water and sanitation to coffee growing communities. After the successful launch of The Coffee Music Project in London 2015, we will be bringing the initiative to New York City this September.
“The Coffee Music Project is an excellent opportunity for emerging artists to showcase their musical talents while supporting a great cause. We are very pleased with the success of The Coffee Music Project launch in London this year, and we are looking forward to another incredible project in New York City this September.” – Jeffrey Young, Founder of The Coffee Music Project.
THE COMPETITION
Musicians at all levels can apply online by submitting a YouTube video performance. The top 32 contestants will be selected to perform during the qualifying rounds, which will take place on September 20th and 21st in the heart of the East Village at Pianos NYC. From the qualifying rounds, 8 contestants will be selected to go through to the finals, which will take place at the prestigious Webster Hall onSeptember 23rd.
The winner of the competition will receive a $1,500 prize, a professional recording session and a guaranteed headline slot to perform at The New York Coffee Festival. All eight finalists will also receive guaranteed slots to perform at The New York Coffee Festival, along with having one song featured on The Coffee Music Project NYC 2015 album.
THE CAUSE
The Coffee Music Project supports Project Waterfall, which is committed to bringing clean water and sanitation to the communities which grow our coffee. All profits from the live shows will directly support this valuable cause.
HOW TO ENTER
Applications are now open and artists may apply via The Coffee Music Project website, www.coffeemusicproject.com/
KEY DATES
August 23: Deadline for applications at 23:00 EST
September 20: First Qualifying round, Pianos NYC
September 21: Second qualifying round, Pianos NYC
September 23: Finals, Webster Hall
September 25 – 27: The New York Coffee Festival, all finalists will be guaranteed performance slots at this event
