The Seed aims to help Australian artists from any background, creating art and music across any genre, to establish themselves as self-sustained, professional artists.
This workshop offers practical strategies for managing a band or performer in the establishment phase of their career by bringing together a group of significant professionals in the music industry. Including; managers, distributors, radio promoters, radio representatives, publicists, lawyers, grant writers, publishers ...
The Seed aims to help Australian artists from any background, creating art and music across any genre, to establish themselves as self-sustained, professional artists.
This workshop offers practical strategies for managing a band or performer in the establishment phase of their career by bringing together a group of significant professionals in the music industry. Including; managers, distributors, radio promoters, radio representatives, publicists, lawyers, grant writers, publishers and artists to share their knowledge and offer strategic advice on ways to enhance performers’ opportunities.
This initiative will be delivered in an intensive workshop format, complemented by customised personal advice.
The Seed will provide and arrange transport, accommodation and meals for all successful applicants. Should you be successful all you need to do is get yourself to your closest major airport!
As an extension of the Management Workshop for 2010, The Seed is excited to announce a partnership with The Falls Music and Arts Festival (Lorne, VIC) and Southbound (WA) to offer one lucky band the opportunity to perform at both festivals! If you are successful in your application to attend the workshop the act that you manage will automatically be eligible for this opportunity.
The Falls (Vic) and Southbound will provide and arrange accommodation, flights, vehicle hire and a performance fee.
Applications will be accepted from managers, self managed solo musicians or band members who are managing their own band.
CRITERIA:
You must be an Australian citizen over 18 years of age
You must be a bona-fide practicing artist or arts worker
practicing your art and engaging in quality cultural activities that further Australia’s cultural life
You must be the primary management contact
For information or applications for the Art for the Public grant, click this link:
The Art for the Public