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Acting and Musical Theatre
Advertise music performances for free / submit an event
Arts & culture
CD duplication
Choirs, a cappella & barbershop
Comedy improv classes
Grants and funding for music & the arts
Health & wellness for your voice
Indie bands & resources
Jazz
Kathy's friends
Musical arrangements, sheet music, print
Music associations - industry
Music associations - genres
Music education & awareness
Music festivals
Music stores in the GTA
Music competitions & awards Canada
Opera
Photographers for singers, musicians & performers
Public speaking clubs & training
Recording studios
Songwriting
Entertainer's Secret Throat Relief Spray
Acting & Musical Theatre
Advertise Music Performances for Free / Submit an Event
Arts & Culture
CD Duplication
Choirs, A Cappella & Barbershop
Comedy Improv Classes
Grants & Funding for Music and the Arts
Health & Wellness for Your Voice
Indie Bands & Resources
Jazz
Kathy's Industry Friends
Music Publishing / Licensing & Copyright Info
Musical Arrangements / Sheet Music
Music Associations / Industry
Music Associations / Genres
Music Education & Awareness
Music Festivals
Music Industry Directories & Trades
Music Stores in the GTA
Music Competitions & Awards in Canada
Opera
Photographers for Singers, Musicians & Performers
Public Speaking Clubs & Training
Recording Studios
Songwriting
Advertise Music Performances for Free / Submit an Event
Arts & Culture
CD Duplication
Choirs, A Cappella & Barbershop
Comedy Improv Classes
Grants & Funding for Music and the Arts
Health & Wellness for Your Voice
Indie Bands & Resources
Jazz
Kathy's Industry Friends
Music Publishing / Licensing & Copyright Info
Musical Arrangements / Sheet Music
Music Associations / Industry
Music Associations / Genres
Music Education & Awareness
Music Festivals
Music Industry Directories & Trades
Music Stores in the GTA
Music Competitions & Awards in Canada
Opera
Photographers for Singers, Musicians & Performers
Public Speaking Clubs & Training
Recording Studios
Songwriting
Music industry directories & trades
Music publishing, licensing & copyright
Theatre Ontario www.theatreontario.org Auditions, training, producing, shows and venues in the GTA & Ontario. |
Canadian Actor's Equity Assoc. www.caea.com The C.A.E.A. represents professional artists: actors, dancers, singers, directors, choreographers, fight directors and stage managers in Canadian theatre. |
Canadian Links & Resources |
for singers, musicians, and performers |
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A.C.T.R.A. ( Alliance of Canadian Cinema, Television & Radio Artists ) www.actratoronto.com A national Canadian organization of performers working in the recorded media. |
The Assoc. of Community Theatres Central Ontario http://www.actco.ca Since 1932! Auditions, shows, workshops, etc. |
Canadian Actor http://www.canadianactor.com/ Musical Theatre Audition http://www.musicaltheatreaudition.com |
Guide to Toronto's Culture Scene http://www.livewithculture.ca Eventful.com http://eventful.com/events/categories/music?l=Toronto%2C%20ON Toronto Lime.com http://www.toronto-lime.com/index.htm TorontoPlace.com http://www.torontoplace.com/index.php BeachesToronto.com - community calendar http://beachestoronto.com Bloor Annex Community http://bloorannex.com |
C.C.O. ( Canadian Culture On-Line ) http://www.canadianheritage.gc.ca Internet presence; cultural content to promote Canada's culture, history and arts and project funding. Guide to Toronto's Culture Scene http://www.livewithculture.ca Submit an event. Canada's Walk of Fame http://www.canadaswalkoffame.com Attractions Ontario http://www.attractions.on.ca Toronto Events http://www.torontowide.com Look at the incredible photo gallery with digital panoramas of our great city, too! Canada Council for the Arts www.canadacouncil.ca Ontario Arts Council www.arts.on.ca Toronto Arts Council www.torontoartscouncil.org Toronto Arts OnLine http://www.torontoartsonline.org SCARBOROUGH ARTS COUNCIL http://www.scarborougharts.com Not limited to music, but a great place to hook in with the literary, visual arts and dance world. Membership is reasonable and there is a monthly newsletter. Located in Scarborough on Kingston Road, there is a charming Gallery in full view of Lake Ontario. |
Blu Monster http://www.blumonster.com CanClone http://www.canclone.com Cinram http://www.cinram.com |
Sharpen your creative wits and improve your voice - brain connection through learning Comedy Improv! Shows and improv workshops. |
Choirs Ontario http://www.choirsontario.org Contemporary A Cappella Society http://www.casa.org Int'l Women Barbershoppers http://www.harmonyinc.org Singers.com http://www.singers.com A Cappella Foundation http://www.acappellafoundation.org Barbershop Harmony Society http://www.ontariodistrict.com |
Bad Dog Theatre Company http://www.baddogtheatre.com |
The Second City http://www.secondcity.com/ |
MusiCan www.musican.ca F.A.C.T.O.R. (Foundation on Assisting Canadian Talent on Recordings ) www.factor.ca Toronto Arts Fund http://www.torontoartsfund.org Aboriginal Peoples Music Program Alberta Foundation for the Arts Arts & Cultural Industries Promotion Division (ACA) Artists and Community Collaboration Fund British Columbia Arts Council Canada Council For The Arts Canada Council Music Touring Program Canadian Heritage Index of Funding Programs Canada Music Fund Canadian Music Memories Program Career Development: Project Grants to Artists and Annual Grants to Managers and Agents CMT Canada Video Advantage Program Concert Production & Rehearsal Program for Aboriginal, Classical, Folk, Jazz and World Music Conseil des arts et des lettres du Quebec Creators' Assistance Program Conseil des arts de Montreal Grants To Professional Musicians (Individuals) Grants for Specialized Music Distribution Grants for Specialized Music Sound Recording International Performance Assistance in Music Manitoba Audio Recording Industry Association (MARIA) Manitoba Film & Sound MusicAction The Music Entrepreneur Program Music Festival Programming Project Grant Music Festival Travel Grants New Brunswick Arts Board Newfoundland & Labrador Arts Council New Music Program: Multi-Year and Annual Funding, Project Funding and Special Projects Grant Ontario Arts Council Ontario Media Development Corporation Ontario Trillium Foundation Opera/ Music Theatre Program Prince Edward Island Council for the Arts Professional Choir Program Professional Orchestra Program Radio Starmaker Fund Residencies and Commissioning of Canadian Compositions Tomorrow Starts Today Travel Grants to Professional Musicians (Individuals) Saskatchewan Arts Board SOCAN Foundation Toronto Arts Council Trade Routes Universal Music Cultural Support Programs VideoFACT |
Entertainer's Secret Throat Relief Spray www.entertainers-secret.com This non-medicinal spray is excellent to immediately relieve dry throats, and is a must for singers and speakers to have with them at all times. Keep your vocal cords more supple and vibrating with less strain. Kathy is a Canadian Authorized Representative for "ES". |
The Quit Smoking Guy http://www.quitsmokingguy.com Brian Keelan has written the definitive "quit smoking" book! If you need to quit smoking (yes, you do), this book is a MUST READ. It was pivotal in helping me kick my long-time habit. My voice is more amazing than it has ever been. You CAN quit. Stop sabotaging your career as a singer, actor or speaker. If I did it, you can too! Contact Kathy for a Q&A on how to quit. |
Quit Smoking Altogether: http://www.quitnet.com Artists' Health Centre Foundation http://www.ahcf.ca Toronto - based Support group for artists The Lung Association http://www.lung.ca A valuable resource on breathing and breath-related illness! Ontario Fitness Council http://www.ofc-fpao.com Honey Resources Ontario http://www.ontariobee.com/4_resources/Source.asp Honey is a throat-soother and natural humectant! Wonderful for singers and voice-users. Support our local Ontario retailers. Nature Wrap http://thenaturewrap.com Luxurious warmth with an Aroma-Therapeutic Body Warmer / Heat Wrap. Melt away tension and stress in your neck, shoulders and back. Aromatherapy with a blend of lavender, cinnamon and clove. Ships anywhere. Contact Annie or Alan. Canadian Association for Music Therapy http://www.musictherapy.ca The Mozart Effect: http://www.mozarteffect.com/RandR/index.html |
Toronto and Southern Ontario Indie Music Artist Resource http://www.overhear.com |
Automic Media Video Production www.automicmedia.com Indie video music producer Dave Blomme provides digital, production and editing services. Customized from concept to air. |
IndieMusic.ca www.indiemusc.ca Canadian music database / directory of indie bands and musicians in Canada. Add your site for free! |
Music Maximum www.musicmaximum.com An avenue for undiscovered and established Canadian singers and songwriters to promote their music to a broader audience. BandMix http://bandmix.ca VideoFACT (see additional arts funding) http://www.muchmusic.com/music/videofact/ Foundation To Assist Canadian Talent. A program of grants to assist in funding the production of Canadian music videos. Indie Pool http://www.indiepool.com Pooling the resources of Canadian independent recording artists to provide affordable music services. C.I.R.P.A. ( The Canadian Independent Record Production Association ) http://www.cirpa.ca The trade organization representing the independent sector of the Canadian music and sound recording industry; the collective voice of independent music in Canada. |
Toronto Jazz Live http://www.torontojazzlive.com |
Jazz .Fm91.1 Toronto's Jazz radio Station http://www.jazz.fm |
National Jazz Awards http://www.nationaljazzawards.com A Tribute to the Giants of Canadian Jazz. Jazz Festivals Canada http://www.jazzfestivalscanada.ca The International Association for Jazz Education http://www.iaje.org |
ADVERTISING First Impressions Media http://firstimpressionsmedia.ca Media Planning and Buying Services. Contact Dennis Kelly. COMPUTER Any kind of computer help or sales for individuals or companies: Compu-101. Computer Consultants Serving the Greater Toronto Area. Ask about house-calls or phone help. Jason Cohen at (905) 832-3444. EVENT PRODUCER DeAngelis Entertainment http://www.bobdeangelis.com K&M Productions - The Ultimate Corporate Event Company / Corporate Event Producers.Contact Michael Kaye. D.I.Y. COMPUTER AUDIO Digital Audio World http://www.digitalaudioworld.com Create audio with your PC. Turn your computer into a digital audio studio. Create your own digital audio products or learn to podcast. Use as web-greetings, audio products to sell or for enjoyment. Contact Tim Patterson. ETIQUETTE & PROTOCOL EXPERT Millar, McGrath and Associates http://www.millarmcgrath.ca Deborah McGrath offers private training and corporate workshops in Business and Social Etiquette, International Protocol and Dining Skills. Learn the benefits of etiquette intelligence to excel in academic, business or social arenas. CATERING CIBO Catering by David http://www.cibobydavid.com Amazing catering by Master Chef David Catenaro, serving Woodbridge, King City and the GTA. IMAGE CONSULTANT Kimberlite Enterprises: http://www.kimberlite.ca Karen Joy Foster is an image consultant in the GTA's west end. SINGING DJ http://www.thesingingdj.com Darryl Palmer will entertain at your event. ASTROLOGER Robin Armstrong: Aurora, ON. (905) 841-8565 Web: www.thewakingdream.net | E-Mail: ra2@on.aibn.com ASTROLOGER Donna Van Toen: Toronto, ON: Web: www.donnavantoen.com | E-Mail: cvantoe@attglobal.net REAL ESTATE Husband and wife team Elaine Sambugaro or Nick Maiorano www.pickahome.com Artemis Incentives: http://www.artemisincentives.com A fabulous resource. Add your own logo to environmentally conscious items. USB drives, clothing, Yoga wear, shopping bags, digital photo frames, mp4 watches, etc. Uniquely owned and operated by women, based in Canada. Contact Sarah Piercey. |
Open Road Music, Ontario http://www.openroadmusic.com Award-winning producer Danny Colomby creates custom music CDs tailored to the unique experience of driving. |
A.V.L.A. ( Audio-Video Licensing Agency ) www.avla2007.ca Provides licensing. In Canada, major record companies, indie labels, artists and producers are members. C.M.R.R.A. ( The Canadian Musical Reproduction Rights Agency ) www.cmrra.ca C.R.I.A. ( The Canadian Recording Industry Association ) www.cria.ca Music United.org http://www.musicunited.org Music, the law, downloading, and info on computer protection from the dangers of P2P software user registration. Canadian Music Publisher's Association www.musicpublishercanada.ca Promotes the interests of music publishers and their songwriting partners through advocacy, communication, and education. |
The Society of Composers, Authors and Music Publishers of Canada www.socan.ca Learn how your music can earn royalties, research Canadian funding organizations and music schools, latest industry news, and more. |
Charts and Musical Arrangements by Richard Maslove E-Mail: rmaslove@rogers.com PH: (416) 532-3717, Toronto Call or e-mail Richard from anywhere in the world for a .pdf catalogue. |
Sheet Music Direct http://www.sheetmusicdirect.us/i18n/index.jsp There is a cost. You can download any song they've got in a variety of keys. Music By Mail Canada http://www.musicbymailcanada.com Music Books Plus www.musicbooksplus.com Music & audio books, videos, DVDs, software & sheet music. Worldwide shipping. The Canadian Music Centre www.musiccentre.ca Canada's largest collection of concert music. Can lend over 15,000 scores /works of contemporary music composers through its library. Printing / binding service, digitizing scores. |
T.M.A. ( Toronto Musicians' Association ) www.torontomusicians.org Part of the American Federation of Musicians of the U.S. and Canada. Freelance Musicians' Association http://www.freelancemusicians.org Canadian Assoc. for the Advancement of Music and the Arts http://www.caama.org Dedicated to the commercial development of Canadian recording business domestically and internationally. Over 2000 performing artist members. Free educational programming; non-commercial showcase opportunities. |
The Canadian Country Music Assoc. www.ccma.org The Gospel Music Assoc. of Canada http://www.cgmaonline.com The Urban Music Assoc. of Canada http://www.umac.ca Canadian On-Line Musicians Assoc. - mostly Roots music. www.coolname.com/coma/index.html Line Musicians Assoc. - mostly Roots music. www.coolname.com/coma/index.html Toronto Blues Society http://www.torontobluessociety.com Canadian Organization of Senior Artists and Performers www.cosap.ca |
Coalition for Music Education in Canada www.weallneedmusic.ca/cmecindex.php Ontario Music Educator's Association http://www.omea.on.ca ProMusic.Org http://www.pro-music.org Safe downloading information, legal, interviews, music and technology, etc. OnLine Ear Training (Free) http://www.ossmann.com/bigears Media Awareness Network www.media-awareness.ca The Media Awareness Network promotes critical thinking in young people about the media. Early Childhood Music Association of Ontario htttp://www.ecmaontario.ca/ecmaMusicTime.html |
Federation of Canadian Music Festivals http://www.fcmf.org Ontario Music Festival Association http://www.omfa.info Ottawa Valley Music Festival http://www.valleyfestival.ca Ottawa Folk Festival http://www.ottawafolk.org Ontario Council of Folk Festivals http://www.ocff.ca Mississauga's Blues & Jazz Festival / Port Credit ON http://www.southsideshuffle.com Festival of the Sound, Parry Sound, ON http://www.festivalofthesound.on.ca Jazz Festivals Canada http://www.jazzfestivalscanada.ca Kingfest Music Festival, King City, ON http://www.kingfestmusic.com Ottawa Blues Festival http://www.ottawa-bluesfest.ca/en |
The Music Directory of Canada http://musicdirectorycanada.com Industry info on everything from equipment and recording, to management, agencies and touring, and more. Clever Joe's Musician Resource http://www.cleverjoe.com Info for musicians and singers. Music Industry Resource. Bands, Retail Music Stores, Associations, Communities ... Music Industries Association of Canada www.miac.net Main event is the national MIAC Show; Canada's largest trade event for musical products and audio & lighting equipment. Canadian Musician Magazine http://canadianmusician.com |
Steve's Music Store (downtown, Queen & Spadina) http://www.stevesmusic.com |
The Dave Snider Music Centre, North York http://www.snidermusic.com Long & McQuade, Various locations in the GTA http://www.long-mcquade.com Song & Script, Downtown Toronto | PH: (416) 923-3044 Downtown: 1200 Bay St., N. W. corner of Bloor St. Harknett Music http://www.harknettmusic.com Cosmo Music http://cosmomusic.ca Richmond Hill, ON |
Juno Awards www.juno-awards.ca Canada's most prestigious music award show. Canadian singers, musicians, bands and instrumentalists aspire to earn a Juno! National Jazz Awards http://www.nationaljazzawards.com A Tribute to the Giants of Canadian Jazz. Toronto Independent Music Awards http://www.torontoima.com |
Canadian Idol www.idol.ctv.ca Official site with info related to the show and the audition process. |
Annual Rising Star Youth Competition, CNE August - Labour Day http://www.theex.com See stars of tomorrow compete in the Canadian Youth Talent Competition Finals. Search "Competitions" or "Rising Star" Canadian Open Country Singing Contest http://www.cocsc.com Advisement was posted that the Canadian Open Country Singing Contest 2007 had been cancelled due to the lack of affordable venues, but it looks like they may be back thanks to some fundraising. Toronto Arts.Org Arts Awards http://www.torontoarts.org/awards07 |
Opera Companies of Canada http://www.opera.ca Canadian Opera Company http://www.coc.ca Royal Conservatory of Music http://www.rcmusic.ca |
Diane Aubie, Toronto http://dianeaubie.com Diane is a popular photographer in the Toronto headshots for all performers, musicians, singers or actors. |
Mark Tearle, Burlington, ON: www.tearlephoto.ca |
Mark Tearle, Burlington, ON: www.tearlephoto.ca |
Mark Tearle, Burlington, ON: www.tearlephoto.ca |
Toastmasters International http://toastmasters.org Practice public speaking skills in front of a group on a regular basis. Chapters around the globe. Audit meetings around any of the 42 clubs in the GTA, free of charge. |
Pure Voice Power www.purevoicepower.com for SPEAKERS Improve your speaking voice for business with lessons, or experience unique training at your next corporate event with an interactive workshop by vocal coach Kathy Thompson. Invest in your professional image. Improve presentations, speak with clearer diction and volume, build skills as an emcee, persuade with enthusiasm, reduce your accent, conquer stage fright or deliver confident speeches. Seminars available across Canada. Long distance phone lessons are cost-effective, convenient, environmental and save time! Improve your speaking voice: take voice and speech lessons. |
Canadian Association of Public Speakers http://www.canadianspeakers.org |
Acrobat Music Inc. Recording Studio http://www.acrobatmusic.com Jim Morgan's wonderful recording studio in Pickering, ON. Bart Productions Recording Studio E-Mail: bartprod@cogeco.ca | Sample audio: http://www.amarosamusic.com Lou Bartolomucci's great recording studio in Oakville, ON. |
The Songwriter's Assoc. of Canada http://www.songwriters.ca Ontario Songwriter's Association http://www.ontariosongwriters.com A free, non-profit organization. School Alliance of Student Songwriters www.sasscanada.net Songwriter's Hall of Fame http://songhall.org The Songwriter's Resource Network http://www.songwritersresourcenetwork.com Toronto Songwriters Association http://www.torontosongwritersassociation.com The Guild of Canadian Film Composers http://www.gcfc.ca |
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