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: COFFEEMUSICPROJECT.COM/APPLY
APPLICATION DEADLINE IS AUGUST 23
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.
One hundred percent 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, said.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 20 and 21 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 on September 23.
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, coffeemusicproject.com/apply.
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
For the latest on The Coffee Music Project, please visit:
Official Hashtag: #CMPNewYorkCity
ABOUT THE COFFEE MUSIC PROJECT:
The Coffee Music Project is a social enterprise launched by the Allegra Group working to provide a platform for emerging musicians while raising valuable funds for coffee growing communities. If you would like more information on The Coffee Music Project, please contact Rebecca Hodgson on info@coffeemusicproject.com.
ABOUT THE NEW YORK COFFEE FESTIVAL:
Celebrating New York's burgeoning specialty coffee scene, this three-day event features live experiences from more than 70 innovative brands, including Counter Culture, Sanremo, La Marzocco, Starbucks Reserve, Sweetleaf, La Colombe and Irving Farm, as well as all the coffee you could possibly drink, gourmet street food and an espresso martini bar, come and be inspired by some of the world's best baristas as they compete head-to-head across a broad range of disciplines in the Coffee Masters competition, under the watchful eye of a panel of industry experts .The festival also features interactive workshops and demonstrations, plus a fantastic live music program, incorporating the finalists of the Coffee Music Project.
For the latest on The New York City Coffee Festival, please visit:
Official Hashtag: #newyorkcoffeefestival
