Small World Music Incubator

The Small World Music Incubator is a program designed to support professional musicians from diverse backgrounds in the Greater Toronto Area, particularly those from immigrant, newcomer, and underrepresented communities. It provides participants with professional development, mentorship, networking opportunities, and resources to help them build sustainable careers in the music industry.

This program is open to musicians and artists with a strong foundation in their craft, dedicated to advance their career into Canada’s music landscape.

Since launching in 2020, the Incubator has evolved in ways we couldn’t have imagined. Learn about the previous cohorts:

The 5th Incubator Cohort is Here!

The wait is over! We’re ready to start our 5th edition of the Incubator Program!

Meet the 22 incredible artists who will start their path with us. Throughout the next 5 months we will accompany them by providing workshops, mentorship, and hands-on experiences that will give them tools to thrive throughout their musical journey.

INCUBATOR CONCERT SERIES

One Year of Unforgettable Music - 24 Artists, 12 Double Bill Concerts

From our Incubator Program to Centre Stage!

For the first time in the Incubator program, the 2024 cohort steps into the spotlight through a brand-new concert series.

These artist’s voices will be amplified and re-introduced to Toronto audiences. Throughout the year, 24 artists will be paired for dynamic double-bill performances, bringing fresh sounds and new artistic perspectives to the city’s music scene.

Each artist brings their own story and unique musical language that reflects the rich diversity of Toronto. From reimagined traditional sounds to original work, these 12 concerts offer the chance to witness the next wave of musical storytellers as they carve out their space in Toronto’s vibrant landscape.

Join us to celebrate the talented artists of the 2024 Incubator Cohort! Stay tuned to know the performance dates.