In collaboration with the City of Greater Geelong, Music Victoria will be running three industry sessions as part of the Live Music Office’s Live and Local program.
This artist session will be an opportunity for Greater Geelong musicians to build their capacity within the music industry and will cover topics including setting up of your music practice, communicating with venues, and negotiation.
Speakers: Ashleigh Hills – UNIFIED, Luke Hindson – Torquay Hotel, Barwon Heads Hotel
In collaboration with the City of Greater Geelong, Music Victoria will be running three industry sessions as part of the Live Music Office’s Live and Local program.
This artist session will be an opportunity for Greater Geelong musicians to build their capacity within the music industry and will cover topics including audience development and digital marketing.
Speakers: Leesa Snider, Digital Marketing Manager – Achord Agency, Baraka The Kid – Artist
Music Victoria will be bringing their industry expertise to the City of Casey for two professional development sessions as part of the Live and Local program in collaboration with the Live Music Office. These sessions will be an opportunity for Casey locals to meet with and learn from the state’s peak body for contemporary music, as well as leading figures in the Victorian industry. Over two weeks, the sessions will unpack the tools for setting yourself up professionally as a musician, as well as the ingredients for building a successful live music community.
Speakers:
The session is free for Music Victoria Members, sign up now.
Music Victoria will be bringing their industry expertise to the City of Casey for two professional development sessions as part of the Live and Local program in collaboration with the Live Music Office. These sessions will be an opportunity for Casey locals to meet with and learn from the state’s peak body for contemporary music, as well as leading figures in the Victorian industry. Over two weeks, the sessions will unpack the tools for setting yourself up professionally as a musician, as well as the ingredients for building a successful live music community.
Speakers:
The session is free for Music Victoria Members, sign up now.
Music Victoria in partnership with the City of Port Phillip will be hosting Money - That’s What I Want, a professional development panel for artists held at George Lane Bar, St Kilda – Victoria’s live music precinct.
The session will hear from industry experts on how best to position yourself to earn sustainable revenue through live gigs, merch sales and grant funding in the current difficult economic climate.
Featuring updates from the City of Port Phillip Arts, Festivals and Events unit about opportunities through the St Kilda Festival and other Council-produced initiatives.
Tuesday 7 May
Learn the tips for success for securing gigs and grant funding.
Speaking at the session will be Kiwat Kennell (Self-Managed Musician), Lorrae McKenna (Our Golden Friend/Golden Grants), Dale Packard (Music Victoria), Rebecca Young (Collective Artists/One of One).
Tuesday 30 April
Hear from industry leaders on the dos and don’ts when it comes to radio and royalties.
Speaking at this session will be Glenn Bennie (APRA AMCOS), Ren Cuttriss (3MDR), Erin Larkins (This Much Talent), Firas Massouh (PBS).
Tuesday 23 April
Unpack the essentials for developing your audience and engaging with artist managers.
Speaking at the session will be Genna Alexopoulos (Super Duper), Catherine Burton (Bolster), Xani Kolac (Self-Managed Musician), Cara Williams (Slow Clap).
With insurance costs continuing to climb for live music venues, Music Victoria and the Australian Live Music Business Council (ALMBC) will be hosting an information session regarding the issue on Thursday 14 March at Music Market in Collingwood Yards. This event will also be live-streamed.
Speaking at the session will be Music Victoria’s CEO Simone Schinkel alongside ALMBC’s Interim Executive General Manager Ant McKenna and insurance expert Andrew Bassingthwaighte of Xcelerate Group.
Recognising that the solutions to the issue are an ongoing process, the session will be focussing on the work done so far to advocate for the live music industry as well as future strategies. The event will also serve as a forum for venues and other stakeholders to speak to both Music Victoria and ALMBC.
To become a member and secure your spot, please visit musicvictoriamembers.com.au
Music Victoria presents "In Tune With Super," an exclusive online session that will address your questions and offer clarity on superannuation matters for musicians and music businesses.
Our Financial Controller, Danielle Siers, will moderate the session, providing expert insights and guidance tailored for the contemporary music professional.
Also joining the session are Ben Mastwyk; a musician, band leader and booker chatting through his personal experiences, Ross Maher from Gigzz, introducing a website designed to streamline the super payment process for artists and music industry contributors and Kylie Thompson; the principal of a taxation preparation & financial advisory firm Sorrento Strategic Music that specialises in the music industry.
This event is complimentary for all Music Victoria members – a gesture of our commitment to empowering our community with knowledge and tools for financial success.
To become a member and secure your spot, please visit musicvictoriamembers.com.au