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
Music Victoria will once again host the Leaps and Bounds Industry Day at Music Market in Collingwood Yards. The event will be an opportunity for City of Yarra venues and their teams to network, as well as learn about the current developments within the Victorian music industry. The day includes sessions presented by VMDO, The Archie Roach Foundation, Arts Access Victoria and Green Music Australia.
Speakers on the day include:
Simone Schnikel (CEO, Music Victoria)
AJ Li (VMDO, Manager)
Kiwat Kennell (Musician, The Archie Roach Foundation)
Candice Lorrae (Musician, The Merindas; The Archie Roach Foundation)
Morwenna Collett (Accessibility Consultant)
Siobhan McGinnity (Musician and Audiologist)
Will Ewing (Venue Director, Brunswick Ballroom)
Matt Wicking (Artist, Activist)
Jess Ribeiro (Musician)
If you have any access requirements please email info@musicvictoria.com.au
For more information about our demographics and identity questions in the registration process, please head to: musicvictoria.com.au/demographics-and-identity
Music Victoria acknowledges the Traditional Owners, the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, on whose unceded land we advocate, support and celebrate on. We pay our deep respects to Elders past and present, and all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and communities. We acknowledge them as the first artists, the first musicians, and the first creators of culture. We deeply respect the role that music and songlines play in the continuation of their culture for the past 60,000+ years.
Music Victoria is proud to announce Back in the Game - a professional development series taking place in June at Music Market in Collingwood Yards.
Getting Plays will close out the Back in the Game series on Thursday 29 June and will focus on streaming and radio and how-to put your best foot forward when it comes to maximising your listenership.
Appearing at the session will be:
Tanya Bunter (triple J)
Sam Cummins (3RRR)
John Halstead (DITTO)
If you have any access requirements please email info@musicvictoria.com.au
For more information about our demographics and identity questions in the registration process, please head to: musicvictoria.com.au/demographics-and-identity
Music Victoria acknowledges the Traditional Owners, the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, on whose unceded land we advocate, support and celebrate on. We pay our deep respects to Elders past and present, and all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and communities. We acknowledge them as the first artists, the first musicians, and the first creators of culture. We deeply respect the role that music and songlines play in the continuation of their culture for the past 60,000+ years.
Music Victoria is proud to announce Back in the Game - a professional development series taking place in June at Music Market in Collingwood Yards.
Getting Noticed on Tuesday 20 June will focus on the best approaches for marketing and social media curation, covering the importance of quality content and fan engagement.
Appearing at our Getting Noticed session will be:
Danysha Harriott (Brunswick Ballroom)
Ashlea O'Loughlan (Social Season)
Sarah Guppy (This Much Talent, Gig Life Pro)
Mikaela Copland (Music Victoria, Tall Poppy Mgmt)
If you have any access requirements please email info@musicvictoria.com.au
For more information about our demographics and identity questions in the registration process, please head to: musicvictoria.com.au/demographics-and-identity
Music Victoria acknowledges the Traditional Owners, the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, on whose unceded land we advocate, support and celebrate on. We pay our deep respects to Elders past and present, and all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and communities. We acknowledge them as the first artists, the first musicians, and the first creators of culture. We deeply respect the role that music and songlines play in the continuation of their culture for the past 60,000+ years.
Music Victoria is proud to announce Back in the Game - a professional development series taking place in June at Music Market in Collingwood Yards.
Getting Gigs on Tuesday 14 June will be an opportunity to hear from some of Victoria's most exciting curators and their unique approach to organizing lineups.
Appearing at the session will be:
Juliette Lalli (Venue Booker/Live Music Curator)
Clare Douglas (Sofar Sounds)
Vaughan Quinn (Festival Booker, Triple R Presenter)
Holly Pereira (Music Victoria)
If you have any access requirements please email info@musicvictoria.com.au
For more information about our demographics and identity questions in the registration process, please head to: musicvictoria.com.au/demographics-and-identity
Music Victoria acknowledges the Traditional Owners, the Wurundjeri People of the Kulin Nation, on whose unceded land we advocate, support and celebrate on. We pay our deep respects to Elders past and present, and all Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander artists and communities. We acknowledge them as the first artists, the first musicians, and the first creators of culture. We deeply respect the role that music and songlines play in the continuation of their culture for the past 60,000+ years.