The prestigious International Songwriting Competition (ISC) has assembled a distinguished panel of judges for its 2011 competition. With the most high-profile judging panel of any music competition in the world, ISC offers songwriters and artists the unprecedented opportunity to have their music heard by iconic recording artists, as well as many major and indie record
Have your say on our National Cultural Policy
From the desk of our Federal Arts Minister: A new National Cultural Policy for Australia – the first in nearly 20 years – is being developed and you are invited to comment. This is an important opportunity to examine how the Australian Government should support arts and culture in the 21st century, and to consider significant changes
It’s Official! Live Music Is Good for the state!
Victoria’s live music scene contributes more than half a billion dollars to the state economy each year, according to a report released today by Premier and Minister for the Arts Ted Baillieu and Minister for Consumer Affairs Michael O’Brien.
Harvest Festival Call For Proposals
Harvest Festival is a new addition to the summer touring schedule and they’ve recently put out the call for artistic proposals.
Music Industry Tax Pack
Just a few short weeks ago, we entered into a new Financial Year. While not quite as exciting as a genuine New Year (and Prince definitely never wrote a party track about it), it’s an important chance to get your finances in order and hopefully, get a healthy tax return. As musicians with many different
2011 call for APRA and AMCOS Board Nominations
Nominations for APRA and AMCOS Board positions are now open and must be received by the Company Secretary at the APRA|AMCOS head office in Sydney, by no later than close of business Friday 16 September 2011.
MusicNSW Hiring: Indigenous Music Manager
MusicNSW is currently looking for an Indigenous Music Manager to deliver the Whichway program alongside the MusicNSW team.
Peats Ridge Applications now open!
Peats Ridge are now inviting applications from artists wanting to join the festival programme for 2011. Apply here>>
APRA Live Performance Returns due August 31, 2011
APRA’s Live Performance Returns are due at the end of August. If you perform original music live, then you’re entitled to royalty payments.
Regional Arts NSW now hiring!
Regional Arts NSW is looking for an outgoing and highly organised Administration and Communications Officer who is ready to start on 10 August. FULL STORY >>