Please note that submissions have closed for 2008.

Performer Submissions are now open for 2009!

It's a competitive process, with more than 1000 submissions of terrific music from across Canada and around the world. Artists who play the PFF represent the best of their style or genre; they have demonstrated excellence in their field and are performers we're proud to support into the future.

Please read the following information carefully, and note that we will not consider any submissions made via email.

Performer Applications

Please read this entire page carefully.
Any applications which do not conform to these standards will not be considered.

The Peterborough Folk Festival accepts applications for PFF 2009 beginning July 1, 2008.
The deadline for performers to apply to the festival is February 28, 2009.
There are absolutely no exceptions to these deadlines.

Applications should include:
- 1 page info sheet (may be double-sided)
- 1 CD (suggest three best tracks)

The info sheet should include:
- a brief bio of the performer or band.
- a photo of the performer or band.
- Full contact info, including a website, mailing address, phone
number, and direct performer email.
- Short press quotes, if available.
- Upcoming gigs in our part of Ontario (near Peterborough)
- Workshop options (Ukelele, throat singing, gospel, hand percussion, Bhangra dance, etc.)

Anything more than a CD and 1 page bio will be recycled. Seriously.
Please do not send folders, gizmos, or expensive press kits.
Please remove the shrink-wrap from your CD
Please ensure there is contact info on every piece of material you send and include direct performer e-mail.
Please do not add the festival email address to your mailing list.

The Peterborough Folk Festival is commited to presenting original music, with a focus on diverse, high-quality performance. We encourage submissions of all types and genres of music. The festival takes place August 27-29, 2009.

Electronic applications are accepted exclusively through Sonic Bids. Sonicbids is the standard way for music industry professionals to send and receive press kits online. Please click on the logo to submit your EPK:

Packages can also be sent by physical mail to:
Ptbo Folk Festival
Attn: Artist Director
225 Charlotte Street
Peterborough, ON
K9J 8R9

Once selected, performers will be required to provide a high resolution digital photo (300 dpi), 50 word electronic bio, 2 copies of their most recent CD release, tech rider and stage plot.

All materials received by PFF and its agents remain the property of PFF. All packages are reviewed by the PFF's Artistic Director. While all submissions are respectfully reviewed, due to the volume of material received only those of interest will be contacted. Please be patient.