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Welcome
Australian composers and performers will be celebrated this week at the APRA Music Awards. This special evening celebrates Australian music at its best. Nominated works and artists will come together to acknowledge and showcase the outstanding efforts of Australian musicians, composers, bands and artists, celebrating the musical contributions they give to our communities.
Music Australia gives whole hearted congratulations to all nominees and winners this year and we look forward to many more outstanding achievements and fabulous performances from members of our music industry.
Our E-News will take a break next fortnight, but stay tuned for a bumper edition on 10 May.
As always, become a Music Australia member, follow us on Twitter and Facebook, and share your news, as we bring you the latest music info.
Cheers,
Rhonda Davidson-Irwin
CEO, Music Australia
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CONTEMPORARY
An initiative out of the UK, ‘I Speak Music’ has launched a new project bringing together professionals and community groups who work with or have an interest in supporting newly arrived and vulnerable young people through the arts and music. Full story
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MUSIC HISTORY
Ever heard of the water organ? We reflect on the curious history of this ancient instrument and how it has shaped our musical traditions. Full story
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CONTEMPORARY
Led by The South West Development Commission (SWDC) in partnership with regional stakeholders, a new strategy is being developed to make it easier for people living in South West Australia to establish a career in music. Full story
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CONTEMPORARY
Next week we celebrate our local independent music stores as part of national and global event Record Store Day taking place Saturday 21 April. Full story
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CLASSICAL
Formerly Label Manager at ABC Classics and Jazz, Toby Chadd takes over as Content Manager for ABC Classic FM and ABC Jazz. Before that, he was head of communications at the Academy of Ancient Music in the UK. Full story
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Join the Connecting Up Digital Flightpaths Conference happening 2 - 3 May in Brisbane, where not-for-profits and other community focused organisations interested in improving their digital capability can rub shoulders with leading experts, including Microsoft, Infoxchange and other Connecting Up partners, who care about the not-for-profit sector and want to help you build the digital toolkit you need to soar through the digital age. Music Australia members are entitled to 10% off tickets to Connecting Up, get in touch to receive your discount code. Not yet a member? Sign up today!
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A new study has shown links between music education and improved cognitive function in primary school students in The Netherlands. Full story
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Many of Finland’s summer music festivals have well developed music programs for children which emphasise equal learning and participation. We take a look at the largest, the Kaustinen Folk Music Festival, which teaches folk fiddling to hundreds of children. Full story
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ANU Press Music is a new open-access record label at the ANU’s School of Music that plans to release recordings of work by musicians in the classical, jazz and popular genres. It will make them available at no cost. Full story
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National arts and social justice organisation Big hART is engaging professional Australian songwriters to work with inmates at Roebourne Prison and other jails across Western Australia to bridge the gap between the life inside and the one beyond the walls. Full Story
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 All the latest music opportunities - here and online!
Access our complete suite of Opportunities at your leisure on our website. Your one-stop-shop for all the latest music information: competitions, awards, funding, jobs, conferences, events, workshops, resources and more. View the OPPORTUNITIES section on our website now! And the latest opportunities are below.
To share an Opportunity send us an email.
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Applications closing soon for these Competitions & Awards:
Applications close 23 April
APRA AMCOS is inviting female music managers or self-managed female artist from Victoria to apply for The Lighthouse Award.
Applications close 9 May
Now in its ninth year, Melbourne Recital Centre's Bach Competition is dedicated to young musicians passionate about J.S. Bach.
Applications close 18 May
Queensland high school students are encouraged to enter Queensland Music Festival’s annual state-wide competition Score IT!
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Workshops, Seminars & Programs
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Applications closing soon for these Workshops, Seminars & Programs:
Tracks
21 April, Blacktown
 FBi Radio, Blacktown Arts and MusicNSW have banded together to bring you Tracks, a music industry Q & A in Blacktown.
Applications close 3 April
Applications are now open for Live Music Professionals 2018 – a free professional and business development program for independent promoters, venue owners, venue managers and band bookers.
30 May, Sydney
Join the Decoded team as they explore the mindset behind blockchain, have a deep look at hashing and dive into the beauty of blockchain to explain how it works and why it will change your industry and their futures.
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Conferences & Festivals just around the corner:
18 – 19 April, Melbourne
Music Cities Convention is the largest global reaching conference exploring the relationship between music and the built environment. Join leaders and executives from across the public and private sectors to explore and define the impact of music ecosystems on our cities and urban life. Music Australia members are entitled to 25% off tickets, simply email us to receive your discount code.
EOI’s close 18 May
Melbourne Music Week (MMW) is an annual, nine day music event presented by City of Melbourne. There are numerous ways to be a part of the official program. City of Melbourne invites individuals, groups, businesses and venues to apply via an EOI.
1 – 3 June, Sydney
Makers and lovers of audio! This event is for you. Hear from a stellar lineup of radio and podcast superstars including Audible's Jesse Baker, ABC's Beverley Wang, Robert Smith (NPR's Planet Money), Helen Zaltzman (The Allusionist from Radiotopia) and more. Listen in, boost your audio-making skills and level up your podcasting game. Music Australia members are entitled to 10% off Audiocraft tickets, simply contact to receive your discount code.
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Applications closing soon for these Funding Opportunities:
Applications close 16 April
The Creative in Residence program offers support for three NT artists to take up a residency at a cultural venue as a professional development opportunity.
Applications close 16 April
Creative Koori Aboriginal Strategic Program funding is available for projects and employment that support a vibrant Aboriginal arts and cultural sector in NSW.
Applications close 20 April
Grants are now available for schools and preschools across Victoria for innovative learning ideas and programs.
Applications close 11 May
This $15,000 grant is available for a teacher in preschools, primary and secondary schools or TAFE NSW institutes, to research teaching methods which promote Creativity and Innovation.
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Applications closing soon for these Jobs & Auditions:
JOBS
Applications close 27 April
The Orange Regional Conservatorium is seeking an expression of interest for the role of Singing Teacher, to join their expanding and dynamic vocal team. It is essential that the applicant have a Bachelor of Music or Bachelor Music Education (or minimum 5 year industry experience) and have a contemporary music focus. Piano keyboard skills and a willingness to work in schools are desirable. This is a casual position with potential to become permanent. Please make enquires to the Music Director, Mrs Donna Riles, by contacting the ORC administration office 02 6361 7974 or admin@orangecon.org.au
Applications close 30 April
The Northern Territory (NT) Music School provides instrumental, ensemble and choral tuition as well as music education services, support, events and programs in NT Government Schools. They are seeking a fully qualified, registered teacher to join their Alice Springs team. Their Alice Springs office services the Barkly and Central school regions. Key programs include a significant choral support program as well as instrumental ensemble programs. This position will involve travel throughout the area and teaching music in Alice Springs, Tennant Creek and remote community schools. The position is commencing ASAP and is fixed term until January 2020.
RESOURCES
Music Industry Harassment Research Survey
Australian musician, author and researcher Jeff Crabtree is currently gathering new research on harassment in the music industry. All music industry professionals are encouraged to participate in this survey which is approved by the UTS department of Human Ethics and Research Integrity. Data collected from the surveys will be used as credible basis for informed decision making and policy making.
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Our favourite upcoming events and performances from our community
12 April, Hayden Orpheum Picture Palace
Join Director Paul Williams, Gurrumul’s musical collaborator and producer Michael Hohnen, his brother Jonathan Yunupingu and Sarah Blasko at this special screening. We have 5 x double passes to giveaway to a screening of Gurrumul in your closest town. To go in the draw simply email us. We’ll be in touch if you win!
American Rhapsody, Melbourne Lawyers' Orchestra
30 March – 2 April, Kew, Melbourne
Featuring 78 of the best bands from around Australasia the Yamaha Australian National Band Championships will be a spectacle of epic proportions!
Handel, Haydn & Mozart
20 April, Joan Sutherland Performing Arts Centre, Penrith
Full of big sounds and virtuosic performances, the Australian Haydn Ensemble performs a vivacious program of Handel and Mozart arias from Agrippina, The Magic Flute and Marriage of Figaro - along with Haydn’s London Symphony in an historical chamber arrangement.
26 April, Melbourne Recital Hall
Expect to hear jazz, funk and dance music from this exciting trio who will perform compositions from the albums Trio and Here Today.
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Key Supporters
- The Australian Government through the Dept of Education & Training
- City of Sydney
- APRA AMCOS
- Thomson Geer Lawyers
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