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Eckhardt-Gramatté National Music Competition — Competition Awards
Awards for emerging Canadian vocalists
Last Update: May 19, 2026
Funding available
$ 1,000 - $ 11,000
Timeline
- Closing date : 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 $
Timeline
- Closing date : December 17, 2025
Eligible candidates
Eligible Industries
- Arts, entertainment and recreation
Location
- Brandon
- Manitoba
Legal structures
- Non-profit
Annual revenue
- All revenue ranges
Organisation size
- All organization sizes
Audience
- Canadians
- Youth (<40)
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 204-728-8212.
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?
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