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Welcome
With the recent Royal Wedding beaming throughout the world, it is interesting to note that much of the conversation (after of course, the dress design) was about the music.
It was fantastic to see such an uplifting selection of music selected for the ceremony, with sounds ranging from gospel to traditional hymns, each piece unified by the sentiment of love.
It is a wonderful day when millions of people across the globe are chatting about importance of diversity in music.
At times, the general populace can be unaware of the impact music has on their lives, yet if there is global event which chooses to embrace the wonder of music, no doubt you will find fruitful conversations soon follow.
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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HEALTH
Medical professionals in the North West of England are looking towards making singing a recognised part of healthcare treatment. Full story
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MUSIC HISTORY
We dig through the sound archives to examine the first electronic score for film composed by music pioneers Louis and Bebe Barron for the 1956 sci-fi film Forbidden Planet. Full story
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CONTEMPORARY
The City of Sydney has announced 15 experts from the local nightlife and creative sectors who will be joining The Nightlife and Creative Sector Advisory Panel, tasked with reinvigorating the city after dark. Full story
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CONTEMPORARY
The Australian World Orchestra’s concerts under Riccardo Muti in Sydney and Melbourne furthered the remarkable success of this orchestra. The challenges that lie ahead are not only to ensure its survival but to get more Australians to hear it.
Full story
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CLASSICAL
In its third iteration, the Matt Withers Australian Music Composition Competition has expanded this year to encompass compositions for guitar and string quartet, and it now has the backing of ABC Classics. Winners are shortly to be announced. Full story
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CLASSICAL
Cemeteries make an unusual location for performances of music, but there have been several recent examples around Australia. One, in Perth, involved four guitarists and a singer presenting music that reflected on the lives of early settlers interred at that. Full story
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Makers and lovers of audio! Audiocraft Podcast Festival is for you. From June 1-3 in Sydney, 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. Tickets are on sale now. Music Australia Members are entitled to 10% off tickets; simply email us for a discount code. Not yet a member? Read about what other member benefits we offer by heading here.
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In our search for this year’s vocalist for the MCUI Program Song we approached the Talent Development Project, one of the most successful youth training and development programs in the music and entertainment industry. Full story
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A Music Education Strategy has been announced by the SA Government that is aimed boosting music education in that state’s public schools. It begins with a consultation process in which teachers, organisations and school communities can have their say. Full story
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The Central Australian Aboriginal Women’s Choir (CAAWC) are preserving some of the world’s oldest and most sacred songs by combining ancient Aboriginal languages with German baroque hymns. 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 31 May
The 2018 Australian Songwriting Contest is now open.
Applications close 1 June
The biggest celebration of Aboriginal desert music, the Bush Bands competition received a record breaking number of entries for 2017.
26 July, Adelaide
The Australian Independent Record Labels Association (AIR) awards will see over 40 of Australia’s finest recording artists nominated for one of this year's prestigious awards.
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Workshops, Seminars & Programs
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Applications closing soon for these Workshops, Seminars & Programs:
Commercial Copyright Fundamentals
30 May, Melbourne
Practical seminar sessions aimed at creators, small business operators and copyright content managers.
4 June, Redfern
The panel will discuss the characteristics of donors that utilise these collective platforms, including that of millennials and Gen-Xers so that small to medium organisations can pinpoint the most appropriate, tailored approach for them.
Applications close 6 June
Applications are now open for the Bello Winter Music Youth Mentorship Program where aspiring musicians under 19 years of age have an opportunity to be mentored by established artists on the festival bill.
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Conferences & Festivals just around the corner:
3 June, Sydney
Don't miss this extraordinary day of Jazz events at the Sydney Conservatorium of Featuring: Gretchen Parlato (US), Kris Davis (Can), Tony Malaby (US), Magda Mayas & Tony Buck (Aus), Andrea Keller & Mike Nock, Barney McAll, Stu Hunter, Sam Anning, Jonathan Zwartz, Kevin Hunt, Judy Bailey.
7 – 11 June 2018, Ettalong Beach, NSW
The Australian Songwriters Conference focuses on the craft and business of songwriting and attracts writers, artists, producers and managers from across Australia and internationally.
8 – 10 June, Katherine
This year’s festival line-up includes a tribute to Gurrumul, to be performed by the Saltwater Band.
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Applications closing soon for these Funding Opportunities:
Applications close 31 May
Over the next 12 months American Express are committing to support the Australian music industry by giving music venues, business, artists and fans the opportunity to share in a grant program valued at $1 million.
Applications close 1 June
Arts South Australia is interested in supporting organisations that actively contribute to the development of a sustainable South Australian music sector.
Applications close 5 June
Australia Council Fellowships of $80,000 support outstanding, established artists’ creative activity and professional development for a period of up to two years.
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Applications closing soon for these Jobs & Auditions:
JOBS
Applications close 25 May
City Recital Hall is seeking a highly methodical, organised and business-minded individual to join their dynamic team as Business Manager.
Applications close 30 May
Roland Australia is currently seeking a full-time Synth, DJ and Music Production Product Manager to facilitate awareness of the products, create content and do other activities that ultimately lead to increased sales.
Applications close 4 June
Australian Youth Orchestra (AYO) currently has the role of Operations Coordinator available in its Sydney office.
Applications close 10 June
Foxtel are searching for an Assistant Programmer in music to provide programming assistance primarily for [V] and multiple channels, through content preparation, library maintenance, completing channel logs and running reports.
RESOURCES
Bigger Better Brains
Calling all music teachers! Have you heard of Bigger Better Brains? They are an Australian team who want to tackle two massive challenges that most music educators face in their everyday lives: upskilling ourselves to understand brain science, and educating our communities so that they understand, and by extension, support and value the power and place of music learning in every child’s life. They need your help! Here is a quick 10 minute survey to help them get it right for you.
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Our favourite upcoming events and performances from our community
25 May – 16 June
Sydney’s iconic festival of music, lights and ideas returns this Friday.
The Kids' Proms Magical Museum Mayhem
27 May, St Ives Uniting Church, Sydney
Fun-filled and entertaining orchestral music and activities that will capture the hearts, minds and imaginations of children and adults alike, while inspiring a love of music.
Messiah Reimagined
10 June, Marrickville Town Hall, Sydney
To celebrate the 20th birthday of the Leichhardt Espresso Chorus founder and Artistic Director Michelle Leonard OAM has worked with some of Australia’s most innovative composers to reimagine one of the most loved choral works of all time, Handel’s Messiah.
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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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