Application requirements


If you are interested in performing a club showcase at Classical:NEXT 2020, you need to submit a proposal via this form. It can take some time, so please read the following information carefully to be sure you have everything you need.
Don't worry, once you have completed the application form, we will send you a link and you can come back and upload the required material.
  • the following completed application form including;
    • all relevant weblinks including links to online live private/public video footage (does not have to be broadcasting quality)
    • Instrumentation: name and instrument of the people who would perform in case selected
    • an exact listing of the proposed programme including work/composer/length
    • a concise biography (maximum 500 words)
    • a list of upcoming shows plus any special past performances
    • a link to a video of your work - short, well-made “intro/demo” trailers are best. Badly filmed live videos are to be avoided.

  • up to 3 audio examples in mp3 format of the artist performing the proposed programme;
  • a full technical rider;
  • a clear stage plan;
  • 2 High-rresolution photos (300 dpi is ideal) with credit/copyright info;
  • 3 selected press reviews (if available);

Terms & conditions


Invited artists will get free access to all parts of Classical:NEXT plus one free registration for our partner of agreement (artist representative).

The stage, the necessary equipment to perform and our special PR treatment on equal basis with all other Classical:NEXT showcase artists, including newsletters, online promo as well as listing in our app will be provided to all artists.

Please note that Classical:NEXT is unable to cover any fees, travel expenses or other costs. If you want to propose a showcase, please consider the financing of your showcase carefully and what support or funding you have. Possible sources for funding in your case might be:

  • National Music Export Offices
  • Foundations of Collecting Societies
  • National Cultural Institutes


    • I am aware that I am responsible for all travel and accommodation costs and that there will be no fee paid for performing at Classical:NEXT. By checking this box, I confirm that I can organise all financing for the performance.



    Artist/band information











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    Application contact

    Proposal Submitted By







    Your Record Label

    Please enter the following information about your record label (if applicable)
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    Your booking agent/agency

    (if applicable)
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    And more...



    The repertoire you propose for Classical:NEXT 2020 : works / composers / length of work for each




    Enter the structure/company/institution that would support your showcase or provide a short explanation of alternative funding support


    List any upcoming shows for 2019/2020 plus any special past performances


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    We'll save your form. This online application will allow you to update your informations later, but if you have corrections, you can make them before you submit your application : click on the 'Back' button below.


    If you are ready to process, please click on the 'Submit' button.

    All uploads (pictures, PDFs, mp3 etc.) can be done after submitting the proposal.

    Application saved


    Thank you for submitting a Club Showcase proposal for Classical:NEXT 2020!

    You will now receive an email confirming that your application form was submitted, including a link so you can come back at any time to pay the fee, edit your application and upload the required material. If you would like to send physical material, please do not forget to send it to arrive before the application deadline.

    The deadline to upload all required material is Sunday, 29 September 2019.

    Click on 'Next' button to access to your dashboard.

    A quick confirmation

    Here are some information we can restore from your previous proposal :

    Do you want to import them in this proposal?