Interesting opportunities for musicians continue to roll in, whether for promotion, creation, or networking. Here are the main application deadlines that have landed in the Tónlistarmiðstöð inbox over the past few weeks. We recommend that anyone interested in these opportunities sign up for Iceland Music's newsletter

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Iceland

Tíbrá

Applications are now open for the Tíbrá concert series at Salurinn for the 2026–2027 season.

The Tíbrá series has established itself among music lovers as an essential part of the country’s classical music scene. Through Tíbrá, Salurinn seeks to offer live performances where traditional classical concerts are paired with experimentation, new approaches, and even challenges to the concert format.

The application deadline is February 15th.

Apply here

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Big Bang Festival

The Big Bang Festival is an adventurous European music festival for young audiences. The festival aims to increase children's access to music, and admission is free to all events. The festival is currently seeking engaging and creative music events designed for young listeners; selected acts receive a fee and the opportunity to work under the guidance of a director. BIG BANG takes place on the first day of summer, April 23, 2026, at Gerðuberg in Reykjavík.

Further information and applications should be sent by February 15 to the email address info@listfyriralla.is

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Nordic Music Camp

STEF is calling for songwriters and producers to participate in the Nordic Music Camp, held in Sisimiut, Greenland, from March 27th to April 4th.

The camp is organized by the Nordic Music Community. The initiative has rotated across the Nordic countries in recent years, most recently held in the Faroe Islands where Bríet attended as STEF’s representative. STEF has one spot available in the camp and will cover all associated costs.

The application deadline is February 6th.

Apply here!

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‍‍Smellasmíði

On Monday, February 16th, STEF will host a pop songwriting workshop titled "Smellasmíði"

The instructors are Birgir Steinn Stefánsson and Bjarki Ómarsson (Bómarz). Both have achieved significant success in recent years—Birgir as a singer and songwriter for himself and others, and Bjarki as a writer and producer. They led a similar workshop last year which was oversubscribed.

The course covers the core elements of pop songwriting, and participants will receive guidance on developing their ideas. The workshop takes place at STEF headquarters, Laufásvegur 40, between 17:00 and 20:00.

Space is limited. If applications exceed capacity, the organizers reserve the right to select participants. The registration fee is 3,000 ISK. While the workshop is open to everyone, priority will be given to young and emerging creators.

Register here

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Showcase Festivals

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Womex

is calling for applications from artists, DJs, filmmakers, and industry professionals. Applications are open in four categories: Showcase, Club Summit, Film, and Conference.

The event, held in Gran Canaria from October 21–25, is arguably the most international music festival in the world and the most important conference for the global music scene. It features a mix of folk, global electronic music, jazz, and classical, along with various cross-genre collaborations.

Tónlistarmiðstöð has hosted a booth at the festival for several years, serving as a hub for Icelandic artists and professionals in attendance. Please contact us if you have any questions regarding the application process.

The application deadline is February 26.

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MMVV

The Catalan showcase festival Mercat de Música Viva de Vic (MMVV) is calling for artists to perform at its upcoming edition, held in the city of Vic from September 16–20. Now in its 38th year, the festival features an ambitious music conference alongside a concert program staged throughout the city.

The application deadline is March 31.

Apply here

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Awards

Bucharest International JAZZ Competition

Registration is now open for the Bucharest International Jazz Competition. One of the largest jazz competitions in Europe, it is held alongside EUROPAfest in Bucharest, Romania, from July 3rd to 11th. The competition is seeking solo artists and bands (up to 6 members) under the age of 45. There is a registration fee of €140, and the festival provides all necessary equipment and sound technicians.

The application deadline is March 1st.

Apply here

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