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Program Overview:

 

"Sing For Italy: A Cultural Heritage Experience" is a three-phase program open to North American singer-songwriters and solo artists of Italian heritage (supporting musicians may also participate at their own expense — see complete Rules & Regulations). The program consists of a Live Showcase, European Music Industry Introduction, Artist Preparation & Educational Programming in Canada, and Performances, Educational Programming, Masterclass, and Cultural Heritage Tour in Italy.

PHASE 1 - Online Submissions & Selection Process

North American Artists of Italian heritage are to complete the online submissions, which are reviewed and evaluated by a panel of music industry professionals. From these submissions, Ten (10) standout artists will be  selected to advance to Phase 2.

PHASE 2 - SFI Live Showcase, European Music Industry Introduction, Artist Preparation & Educational Programming (Toronto – Pre-Italy Departure)

This phase features the selected North American musical artists of Italian heritage showcasing their talent live, at the “Sing For Italy Live Showcase” in the Greater Toronto Area, Canada. Through live performance, music industry introductions, and professional development and educational programming, participating artists will be further evaluated and prepared for international performance and engagement.

Phase 3 - ITALY: Performance Opportunities, Music & Cultural Educational Workshops & Cultural Heritage Tour.
 

​​​​​Selected Artists will have the opportunity to participate in an all-expenses-paid experience to travel to Italy and perform on well-known Italian stages and events, including, but not limited to, the iconic Teatro Ariston in Sanremo or Piazza Castello in Ferrara. They will also benefit from an all-inclusive media campaign to promote their brand throughout the Italian journey. 
 

Artists will also take part in a meticulously curated Heritage Tour, immersing themselves in Italy’s rich history, cuisine, and traditions—an unparalleled cultural experience that fosters a deep connection to their Italian roots and helps keep their heritage alive for generations to come.

Eligibility:

 

"Sing For Italy: A Cultural Heritage Experience" is open to legal residents of Canada and North America of at least 25% of Italian heritage, ages 16 -35. Artists MUST Submit Original Music Only. 

Minor Participant Travel Requirement:
Participants under the age of 18 must be accompanied by a parent or legal guardian for all travel to and from Italy. All travel, accommodation, and related costs for the accompanying parent or legal guardian are the sole responsibility of the parent or legal guardian. Sing For Italy will cover all approved expenses for the minor participant only, as outlined in the official program guidelines Here

please note: only participants 16 years of age by June 1st 2026 will be eligible.

Submissions are limited to 1 per artist (2 original songs per submission). This is a limited opportunity, only 250 submissions are available.