Submissions are welcomed.
Crossover Music Magazine warmly welcomes submissions from writers, musicians, composers, experts and enthusiasts passionate about crossover music. If you have a story to tell, an opinion to share, or a review to offer, we want to hear from you.
We accept submissions year-round, allowing for a diverse range of voices and perspectives to enrich our publication. However, if your content is intended for a specific issue please take note of the following dates:
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- Trends Issue: January 31st
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- Education Issue: April 30th
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- Entrepreneur Issue: July 31st
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- Holiday Guide Issue: October 31st
In some cases, if your content is especially relevant, the editor permit a later submission but this must be secured in writing. Before submitting your work, we recommend reviewing our latest issues to familiarize yourself with the type of content we typically feature. From artist interviews and album reviews to in-depth analyses and thought-provoking essays, Classical Crossover Magazine strives to offer engaging and informative content that celebrates the intersection of classical and contemporary music genres.
Features you can submit for
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- Careers in Music: Are you a musician or music enthusiast with insights into the diverse career paths within the music industry? Contribute an article to our “Careers in Music” feature, offering a glimpse into your own journey or providing valuable advice and recommended paths for aspiring professionals.
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- Behind the song: Have you written or covered a song with a rich history or a unique arrangement? Take readers on a deep dive into its creation process for our “Behind the Song” feature. Share anecdotes, inspirations, and the evolution of your music, giving readers an intimate look into your creative process.
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- Backstage: Capture the essence of your musical creation process through captivating images for our “Backstage” feature. Whether it’s snapshots from rehearsals, recording sessions, or behind-the-scenes moments, share your artistic journey visually and offer readers an exclusive glimpse into your world.
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- Moments: Do you have a personal story where music played a transformative role? Share it with our readers in the “Moments” feature. From heartwarming anecdotes to poignant reflections, your story could inspire and resonate with others who have experienced the power of music firsthand.
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- Opinion: Are you passionate about a particular issue or trend in the music industry? Express your thoughts in an opinion piece for our “Opinion” feature. Present your ideas respectfully yet challengingly, encouraging dialogue and offering fresh insights to our readers.
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- Impact: Have you been involved in a music-related initiative that’s making a positive difference? Share your story in our “Impact” feature, shining a spotlight on how music can be used as a tool for social change, advocacy, and philanthropy.
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- Musical Heroes: Reflect on the artists who have influenced your journey in our “Musical Heroes” feature. Write a personal tribute recounting how their music has impacted you and share insights into the profound influence they’ve had on your own artistic path.
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- A Look Back: Take a retrospective look at your career or music catalog in “A Look Back” feature. Revisit significant moments, releases, and milestones, offering readers insights into your artistic evolution and growth.
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- The Rest is History: Have you experienced a defining moment in your music career? Contribute to “The Rest is History” feature, sharing anecdotes or insights into pivotal moments that have shaped your journey or the broader music landscape.
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- On This Day: Explore significant music events that have occurred on specific dates in “On This Day” feature. Share intriguing stories, milestones, or anecdotes, offering readers a glimpse into the rich tapestry of musical history.
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- Review Your Favorite Albums and Concerts: Share your critical insights and evaluations of the latest classical crossover albums or live performances in our “Album Reviews” and “Concert Reviews” features respectively. Offer readers a nuanced perspective on musical compositions, performances, and overall artistic experiences.
Please note our Cover Story, 5 Questions With, Up-and-coming and New Releases features are created by the editor and magazine team.
What we are looking for
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- Originality: All submissions must be original work created by the author. Plagiarized content will not be accepted. Content previously published elsewhere may be permissible if reviewed/current as the discretion of our team.
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- Relevance: Ensure your submission aligns with the theme and focus of Classical Crossover Magazine. We prioritize content related to crossover music, including artist profiles, concert reviews, genre exploration, and industry insights.
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- Length: Articles typically range from 500 to 1500 words, although longer submissions may be considered for special features or series. Please keep your content concise and focused to maintain reader engagement.
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- Formatting: Submissions should be formatted as Google Docs, using clear headings, subheadings, and paragraphs for readability. Include any relevant images or multimedia files as separate attachments, properly labeled.
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- Style: We encourage a conversational yet professional tone in our articles, engaging readers while maintaining credibility and accuracy. Please adhere to standard grammar and punctuation guidelines.
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- Citations: If referencing external sources or quotations, provide proper citations following an established citation style such as APA, MLA, or Chicago.
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- Submission Process: Send your submissions to [email address] with the subject line “Submission: [Title of Your Piece]”. Include a brief author bio (50-100 words) highlighting your expertise or interest in crossover music.
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- Response Time: We strive to respond to all submissions within one month, although response times may vary depending on the volume of submissions received. We appreciate your patience and understanding.
Please not by submitting to our magazine you are giving Classical Crossover Magazine the right to distribute your content in all our platforms and formats (physical/digital). If content is labeled exclusive you may not reshare to other outlets.