Nana Rashid til Danish Clubnight 2024 på Lila Eule. Foto: Peter von Freiesleben

News • 23.10.2024

Open Call: Present your music at jazzahead!

JazzDanmark are now taking submissions for Danish Clubnight 2025.

Third Time at the Popular Lila Eule

For the third consecutive year, the popular Danish Clubnight will take place at the legendary venue Lila Eule in Bremen as part of the renowned international showcase festival Jazzahead. Danish bands and solo artists are now invited to apply to perform at the Danish Clubnight.
Register for the Festival to Apply

To be eligible to apply, you must register as a participant at the Danish stand at Jazzahead 2025 and plan to attend the entire festival, which runs from April 24–26, 2025. See the guidelines below for more details. Additionally, it is advantageous if you or your band have international relevance in April 2025, such as a recent or upcoming release, an upcoming tour in an international market, or similar achievements.
Fee and Expense Support

As a participant in the Danish Clubnight, JazzDanmark will provide:

  • A performance fee for the concert.
  • A grant to help cover hotel and travel expenses associated with participation.
  • Apply to Perform at Danish Clubnight 2025
  • You can apply to perform at Danish Clubnight by completing this application form.

Selected artists will receive:

  • An opportunity to present your music live to industry professionals from around the world as well as a local audience in Bremen.
  • A mentorship program with JazzDanmark to help you make the most of your participation.
  • Access to the festival for the bandleader and manager/booking agent.
  • A fee of DKK 2,500 per musician for the concert.
  • Three nights’ accommodation at B&B Hotel Bremen-Altstadt for the bandleader and manager/booking agent.
  • One night’s accommodation at B&B Hotel Bremen-Altstadt for the remaining band members.
  • Reimbursement of travel expenses up to DKK 1,000 per musician and manager/booking agent, upon submission of receipts. Note: JazzDanmark does not cover flight expenses between Denmark and Germany.

Application Requirements:

  • The bandleader and/or a manager, booking agent, etc., must be available to attend the full festival from April 24–26, 2025.
  • Prior to the festival, applicants must attend a joint workshop for all selected musicians on Monday, February 10, 2025, from 10:00 to 13:00.
  • Applicants are responsible for organizing and coordinating their own transportation.
  • The venue does not provide a backline, and space is limited. Musicians are expected to bring and manage their own equipment.

All applications will be reviewed by JazzDanmark’s team, along with two international industry professionals with in-depth knowledge of the Danish jazz scene and experience at Jazzahead.

Expect to receive a response to your application by mid-December 2024.

Apply Now!

Click HERE to apply for JazzDanmark’s Clubnight at Jazzahead.
The application deadline is November 20, 2024, at 23:59.

About Danish Participation at Jazzahead! 2025

The Danish stand at Jazzahead! 2025 will host a variety of networking events, drawing hundreds of international industry professionals and musicians for informal exchanges. The stand’s program will be announced well in advance, allowing you to schedule your meetings around these activities and ensure you don’t miss any opportunities.

Benefits of Joining the Danish Stand

As a participant, you’ll enjoy the following:

  • Free refreshments: Coffee, tea, and water throughout the event.
  • Snacks and fruit: To keep your energy up during the fair.
  • Exhibition space: Showcase your materials such as CDs, flyers, merchandise, etc.
  • Meeting facilities: Shared with other Nordic stands, offering quiet spaces for discussions away from the noise of the fair.
  • Networking events and support: Participate in gatherings and receive guidance from JazzDanmark’s team.
  • Peer community: Connect with approximately 75 other Danish participants to share insights and experiences.

How to Register as a Co-Exhibitor (Step-by-Step Guide)

  1. Visit Jazzahead’s registration page: Click here to access the page.
  2. Create an account: Fill in your details.
    • Specify JazzDanmark as the “Main Exhibitor.”
    • Use Peter von Freiesleben as the “Contact Name Main Exhibitor.”
  3. Provide stand number: Enter 6E33 as the stand reference.
  4. Apply the discount code: Use 25GEMTR1 during payment.
  5. Complete payment: The registration fee is €184.45 (approximately 1,375 DKK with the discount applied).

By registering, you’ll gain access to an excellent platform to promote your work and network with international jazz professionals!

Contact

Martin Jensen

Project Manager

+45 33 45 43 00

martin@jazzdanmark.dk

Peter von Freiesleben

Project Manager

+45 33 45 43 00

peter@jazzdanmark.dk