Electronic Music and Digital Art Take Montréal by Storm at the 19th MUTEK Festival

The Government of Canada supports 19^th annual MUTEK Festival

MONTRÉAL, Aug. 8, 2018 /CNW/ - The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism, today announced $55,000 in funding for the 19^th MUTEK Festival, which is taking place in Montréal from August 22 to 26, 2018.

This support is being provided through the Canada Arts Presentation Fund. Funding of $40,000 will help MUTEK offer audiences Montréal-based electronic music, digital art and original performances that meet the high standards of MUTEK Montréal.

The remaining $15,000 is for Keychange :: Amplify, a special project added this year to support the professional development of female electronic musicians and digital artists.

Quotes

"In addition to highlighting the role of women in digital arts, MUTEK 2018 will treat visitors to a multitude of avant-garde electronic music and audio-visual shows—a must-see cultural event in the heart of Quartier des spectacles."

—The Honourable Pablo Rodriguez, Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism

"This year, MUTEK is proud to raise the profile of women in digital arts and electronic music by hosting a lineup of outstanding Canadian female performers—rising stars on both the Montréal and international scenes."

—Jennifer-Ann Weir, General Director, MUTEK

Quick Facts

MUTEK is a non-profit organization that showcases and develops emerging forms of digital audio, music and visual art. Its mandate is to offer a platform where original and visionary artists can raise their profiles and develop their creative vision.

The 19^th MUTEK will once again take place in Montréal's Quartier des spectacles, but this year's festival will include, for the very first time, a major outdoor event in the Mile-Ex district.

Keychange :: Amplify, a special project with delegations from Canada, the United Kingdom, Europe and Latin America, will have a two-day international symposium on women in electronic music and digital art.

Related Links

MUTEK

Canada Arts Presentation Fund

SOURCE Canadian Heritage

For further information: (media only), please contact: Simon Ross, Press Secretary, Office of the Minister of Canadian Heritage and Multiculturalism, 819-997-7788; Media Relations, Canadian Heritage, 819-994-9101, 1-866-569-6155, [e-mail]

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