Open Castings for the 2026 Edition

Open Castings for the 2026 Edition

Tour Music Fest 2026 Is Officially Underway: Apply Now for an Unmissable Edition!

After the fantastic 2025 edition, which concluded with the TMF finals set in the stunning setting of San Marino, allowing countless emerging artists and bands to perform live in front of major figures from the Italian and international music scene and truly live their music, Tour Music Fest is back.

TMF 2026 returns with many confirmations and exciting new features, offering artists a journey made up of live performances, growth, education, connection, and meaningful experiences. Participants will be supported by a team of tutors and coaches, ready to guide each artist with tailored artistic advice and personalized mentoring throughout the entire process.

The Philosophy Behind the Competition

The competition is there—but you hardly feel it. Tour Music Fest is a space where the focus is not on competing, but on growing. It is a place where artists meet and build together, rather than clash. A “contest-o” where everyone can win their own personal challenge, because true victory for an artist lies in overcoming personal limits—something that leads to improvement and professional growth.

Whether you are a singer, rapper, musician, or DJ, each category follows a dedicated path, rich in experiences and opportunities. Discover all the benefits designed specifically for artists.

What’s New in the 2026 Edition

Live Audition Tour Dates

For the new edition, the Tour Music Fest organization has expanded the number of cities included in the LIVE AUDITION tour. Across Europe, the tour has grown from 12 to 15 cities compared to last year—bringing TMF even closer to artists throughout Italy, from major cities to local communities. Discover all the selection dates.

Prizes

The prizes for this edition are extremely significant: from a €10,000 album production budget to scholarships at Berklee College of Music in the United States, the production of a European tour, the creation of a professional music video, and many more opportunities.

TMF Finals Return to San Marino

For the 2026 edition, Tour Music Fest will return to San Marino in November. The selected top artists will perform live in the best theaters of San Marino in front of the TMF artistic committee and a large audience. Last year, San Marino was filled with music lovers, with sold-out theaters and over 6,000 attendees between audience members and fans. Discover last year’s program.

Berklee College of Music Courses

All artists will have the opportunity to take part in a program of masterclasses and clinics powered by Berklee, featuring some of the world’s leading music educators, as well as exclusive educational sessions with members of the TMF artistic committee. High-value training moments offered free of charge to every participant in the new edition.

The Artistic Committee

The Tour Music Fest artistic committee brings together top-level professionals from the international music industry. Members include Kara Dioguardi, former American Idol judge and songwriter for artists such as Pink, Demi Lovato, and Laura Pausini, and Mylious Johnson, drummer who has collaborated with Giorgia, Ultimo, and many others. The committee also includes coaches from Berklee College of Music—the world’s leading music university and official partner of the festival.

The committee is completed by numerous nationally renowned artists and professionals, including Ensi, Paola Folli, and Andrea Rodini, alongside other key figures from the music scene. An international, multidisciplinary team offering artists expertise, experience, and a comprehensive vision of the music industry.

One Tutor for Every Artist

Each artist is supported by a dedicated tutor throughout the entire festival journey, providing technical, artistic, and organizational assistance at every stage of the selection process—allowing artists to focus fully on their music.

Registrations Are Open

Applications for TMF 2026 are now open! Tutors are already available to provide all necessary information to artists. To take part in the new edition, simply complete the registration form by clicking here.

How Does Tour Music Fest Work?

Watch the video to discover the Tour Music Fest in just a few minutes. Our tutor Nadia Stacchini explains how the Tour Music Fest experience works. Watch the video to learn all the details.

Who Can Participate?

Are you a singer or musician? A rapper or DJ? Do you write or produce? Do you have a band? Find your TMF artistic category at this link.

The Tour Music Fest is not just a competition but a journey that offers:

• Artistic Growth: Every participant receives personalized feedback from the Artistic Commission.
• Top-Level Training: Access to free masterclasses with industry professionals.
• Networking Opportunities: A unique chance to get noticed by managers, record labels, and producers.
• Memorable Experiences: Participation in events, workshops, and auditions in a supportive and collaborative environment.

The TMF Selection Phases

Participating in the Tour Music Fest means joining an exciting and formative journey. At every selection stage, TMF offers valuable and educational experiences for artists.

Step 1: Smart Audition. Artists, divided by categories—including singers, rappers, DJs, musicians, producers, and songwriters—can submit a recording and interact directly with the commission’s coaches to prepare their performances. This includes a 360-degree personalized consultation on artistic paths and professional orientation, offering artists a broader vision of their musical journey.

Step 2: Live Audition. This phase allows artists and bands to perform live in 36 European cities. Scheduled by appointment to avoid queues, artists receive further consultation after their performance, including an evaluation sheet, an artistic review, and a performance video. These tools help them track progress and receive immediate feedback.

Step 3: Final Phases. The best-selected artists and bands will participate in six days of music, performances, and masterclasses (check out last year’s program) in a fantastic atmosphere celebrating the best emerging Italian music. Finalists will engage in training sessions, motivational meetings with Berklee and TMF coaches, as well as interviews, performances, and press office support for the promotion of individual selected artists. National Finals have featured artists like Mahmood, winner of the Sanremo Music Festival, Ermal Meta, Federica Carta, Ariete, and Federica Abbate, among others. Discover the artists who have participated in TMF!

Ready for a New Experience?

Tutors are already operational to provide all the information to the artists. To join the new edition, you can fill out the registration form by clicking here.

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