Applications for the “6th Subsidy Programme for the Production of Original Song Albums” of the Cultural Affairs Bureau open from 16 August
The Cultural Affairs Bureau (IC, from the Portuguese acronym) is accepting applications for the “6th Subsidy Programme for the Production of Original Song Albums” from 16 August until 30 September. This year’s Programme comprises two categories: the album category and the mini album category, with each selected album being granted a subsidy of up to MOP270,000 and MOP135,000 respectively, as well as professional advice from members of the jury. The subsidy will be given to a maximum of three and six beneficiaries for the album and mini album categories respectively.
Applications for album category and mini album category are accepted in this Programme (excluding compilations or greatest hits albums). The adjudicating panel will select the beneficiaries through the first and the second reviews, based on the following criteria: level of composition and lyrics, level of arrangement and production, performance level of the album artist, budget rationale and production concept, qualifications of the team, and production proposal, album publicity and promotional plan. Subsidies for the costs of song production, cover design and marketing for the album will be granted by IC.
Launched in 2014, the “Subsidy Programme for the Production of Original Song Albums” aims to cultivate more local music talents, support the production and promotion of original song albums, and encourage musicians to produce and release more outstanding works and explore the market. Applicants for the album category of the Programme must assume the role of album producer or album artist; applicants for the mini album category of the Programme must assume the role of album artist. Applicants for the Programme must hold a valid Macao SAR Resident Identity Card and be aged 18 or above, and comply with the regulations as specified in the Application Rules of the Programme.
The Programme’s information, regulations and application forms can be downloaded from IC’s website (www.icm.gov.mo). Applicants should submit the completed application form and all required documents to the Cultural Affairs Bureau Building in Tap Siac Square, Macao, within the designated period of time. For enquiries, please contact Mr. Lo or Ms. Chong, staff members of IC, through tel. 8399 6275 and 8399 6265 during office hours.