TALK/PLAY/COLLABORATE:
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THE PROJECT
Talk/Play/Collaborate is a project to connect music makers based in Scotland, in conversation and collaboration. The project will pair applicants into partnerships of two - to connect, chat and create work, either together or inspired by their discussion. On one of a list of themes set by DMC, the discussion, and work, will be released via DMC’s web/socials platforms, to rouse further discussion.
The project is driven by the need to connect, share and collaborate across the musical community, from Stornoway to Stranraer, at a time of uncertainty and imbalance within the music industry. We endeavour to support music makers to continue to be inspired by one another, outside of their respective scenes and communities. As well as significantly contribute to the discussions facing the musical community amidst the COVID-19 pandemic.
Applicant pairings will be asked to dedicate the equivalent of one full day of their time to the project, delivering the following to DMC:
- A recorded zoom conversation of around 30 minutes, between the pairing, as an initial discussion of the chosen theme, to be broadcast on the day the work is presented.
- One piece of creative work involving both applicants. This may be two interpretations of a song, a co-write with one applicant writing the instrumentation and the other writing the lyrics.
- A lyrical response to the theme (in writing), a video diary, or photo essay.
- Participation in a 10 minute Q&A, via video, with DMC on the day the work is presented.
Artistes will be paid a flat fee of £150 each for contributing to the work.
Our 2021 themes are:
• Musicians Are Leaders! The music industry is talked about mainly by music professionals, is there enough artist representation?
• Funding Pots – How can it be made easier for musicians to access better funding?
• A New Norm! What measures do you hope are put in place to ensure that the music industry recovers and thrives?
• How Dare You! Why there is a need for change of how music streaming platforms work in respect of paying artists.
• Thanks Covid-19, Just the Time We Needed! Discuss the opportunity creatives have been given throughout lockdown.
• Breaking the Mould! How do we re-invent an exhausted model of standard live performance?
• An Industry in Crisis! How can we change the way our industry is governed, to help better support and service our musicians?
• Brexit and the State of Music! Prospects of a hard-to-access EU market for musicians.
• Blazing the Trail: With only 2% of music producers reported as being female, why is it we such one of the greatest imbalances in music in this area?
HOW TO APPLY
Please send us:
● Up to 500 words (max) or a recorded video (3 mins max) exploring one of the prompts listed above. We want to hear your opinions, thoughts, ideas and questions. Please note, if selected, you may be given an alternative prompt to discuss.
● Links to your online content, music, press packages, websites and related information.
● Please send by email to info@wearedmc.co.uk
● The deadline for receiving submissions is 5pm on Wednesday 3rd March.
● Should you be successful, you will be notified via email with a date for your Showcase Day and an introduction to your creative partner. Thereafter, successful participants will be notified ahead of their allocated time slot.
● We will always send an email acknowledging receipt of any applications.
● If you require specific support when making an application please let us know by emailing info@wearedmc.co.uk
