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Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition — Competition Awards
Awards for emerging Canadian vocalists
Latest source updateLast Update: July 9, 2026Latest change: The E-Gré tour schedule was revised with added, removed, and relocated stops, including new November dates and venue changes in Toronto, York, Canadian Music Centre, and Manitoba.View change
Latest source update
Last Update: July 9, 2026
Latest change: The E-Gré tour schedule was revised with added, removed, and relocated stops, including new November dates and venue changes in Toronto, York, Canadian Music Centre, and Manitoba.
Tour schedule updated
The Tour page for the Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition now shows a revised 2026 winner’s tour schedule. New stops include November 5 at York University, November 14 at the Canadian Music Centre, and November 23 at the University of Manitoba, while the Toronto stop now lists Walter Hall, Edward Johnson Building, and the Manitoba stop now lists Eva Clare Hall. Several earlier tour details were also removed or replaced: the prior Vancouver stop is no longer shown, and the old November entry for Queens University has been replaced by the York University date. The schedule still includes October 20 at the University of Toronto, October 26 at the University of Calgary, November 10 at Lakehead University, November 20 at Regina Musical Club, and November 24 at Brandon University.
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 11,000
Deadline
December 17, 2025
Location
Brandon, Manitoba, Canada
Overview
This competition awards prizes to emerging Canadian vocalists performing Canadian and contemporary music. The program includes cash awards, a commissioned-work prize, and a cross-Canada winner’s tour.
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Opportunity Score
Moderate potential, but conditions must align.
At a glance
Funding available
Financing goals
- Develop a new program or service
- Increase social or community impact
- Enhance an existing program
Eligible Funding
- Maximum amount : 11,000 $
- Minimum amount : 1,000 $
Funds Providers
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- All industries
Location
- Brandon
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- 2SLGBTQI+
- Startups
Non-profit candidates
Sector of operation
- Culture and Arts
Target groups
- Artists / creatives
- Academia / students
Revenue structures
- 100% donations / grants
Scope
- National
Next Steps
1
Determine your project
2
Validate your eligibility
Activities funded
- Preliminary video submission of a recital program.
- Live final recital performance in the competition.
- Performance of the 2026 commissioned Canadian work in the final round.
Documents Needed
- Legal proof of date and place of birth, nationality, and residence.
- Curriculum vitae.
- Video recording declaration form.
- Repertoire form.
- PDF copies of scores.
Official resources
Eligibility
Who is eligible?
- Canadian vocalists.
- Emerging classical singers.
- Performers interested in Canadian and contemporary music.
Who is not eligible
- Non-Canadian citizens or non-permanent residents.
- Vocalists born outside the eligible age range.
- Previous first-place winners of the competition.
Eligible geographic areas
- Canada
- Brandon, Manitoba
Selection criteria
- Programming quality and balance.
- Artistic imagination and musical strengths.
- Technical virtuosity and concert performance quality.
- Effectively communicating with the audience.
How to apply
- Step 1: Prepare preliminary materials
- Record the preliminary recital video.
- Compile all repertoire into a single video and add timestamps.
- Prepare the required forms and supporting documents.
- Step 2: Complete the online application
- Fill out the application form on the competition website.
- Upload the video and all supporting documents.
- Submit the application through the online system.
- Step 3: Await jury results
- Finalists are selected from the eligible applications.
- Applicants are notified of preliminary selections.
- Step 4: Final round preparation for selected finalists
- Submit the final-round repertoire list.
- Follow the rules for the live final recital.
Processing and Agreement
- Preliminary recordings are reviewed by a jury, and finalists are selected from the eligible applicants.
- Up to six finalists are chosen for the final round.
- The jury’s decision on prizes is final and beyond appeal.
- Finalists must sign a contract confirming availability for the winner’s national concert tour.
Additional information
- The application fee is waived for the 2026 competition.
- The preliminary stage requires an uploaded video recording.
- Finalists must sign a contract for the winner’s national tour.
Contacts
Frequently Asked Questions about the Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition — Competition Awards Program
What is the Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition — Competition Awards?
This competition awards prizes to emerging Canadian vocalists performing Canadian and contemporary music. The program includes cash awards, a commissioned-work prize, and a cross-Canada winner’s tour.
How much funding can be received?
Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition — Competition Awards Funds up to $11,000 of admissible expenses.
Who is eligible for the Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition — Competition Awards program?
To be eligible for the Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition — Competition Awards program, you must:
Canadian vocalists aged 18–35.
Canadian citizens or permanent residents.
Contemporary repertoire required.
What expenses are eligible under Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition — Competition Awards?
Preliminary video submission of a recital program.
Live final recital performance in the competition.
Performance of the 2026 commissioned Canadian work in the final round.
Who can I contact for more information about the Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition — Competition Awards?
You can contact Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition by email at eckhardt@brandonu.ca or by phone at 2047288212.
Where is the Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition — Competition Awards available?
The Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition — Competition Awards program is available the province of Manitoba.
Is the Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition — Competition Awards a grant, loan, or tax credit?
Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition — Competition Awards is a Grant and Funding