Thank you for your interest in submitting an original work for the ISME Montréal 2026 Songwriting Award, sponsored by J.W. Pepper & Son. The selected song will serve as a unifying musical theme for the 37th ISME World Conference in Montréal (July 26–31, 2026) and may be featured during the Opening Ceremony and/or other conference events. Before submitting, please ensure your work aligns with the competition guidelines.

Guidelines
  • Original composition (2–3 minutes in length)
  • Singable, engaging, and memorable
  • Suitable for voice with simple accompaniment
  • Lyrics in English, French, or bilingual
  • Open to Canadian residents only
📅 Deadline: 5 June 2026
Section 1: Composer Information

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* 1. Full Name

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* 3. Phone Number

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* 4. Province/Territory of Residence

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* 5. I am submitting as:

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* 6. If team, list all collaborators

Section 2: Song Details

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* 7. Song Title

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* 8. Language of lyrics

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* 9. Approximate duration

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* 10. Describe how your song reflects the theme “Unity in Music Education: Building Bridges for All.”

This question will help the judges immensely.
Section 3: Uploads

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* 11. Upload Score/Lead Sheet (PDF)

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* 12. Link demo recording

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* 13. Lyric Sheet

Section 4: Eligibility + Rights

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* 14. Eligibility confirmation

Thank you for your submission to the ISME Montréal 2026 Songwriting Award.

We are grateful for your contribution to helping create the musical identity of the 37th ISME World Conference.

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