NEWS
Help shape the Shire budget – have you say
Do you dream of a dedicated performing arts theatre for our Peninsula? A place that will support live music, family arts activities and our local creatives If you like this idea, then VOTE for it in the Shire Budget Portal. The MP Shireare  giving you the opportunity...
Victorian Government announces updated Roadmap and return to normality
Yesterday, 24 October, the Victorian Government announced that the state will reach the 80% double dose milestone a week ahead of schedule. On Friday October 29th, Victoria will move to Phase C of the Roadmap to Deliver the National Plan. At this stage, regional...
Shire Music Plan released for community feedback
Back in 2020 the MP Shire asked people in the music industry what they needed, what their fans wanted and what the Shire can can do better to support local music right here on the Peninsula. The feedback helped form the draft Music Plan, which is now on public...
FEATURED ARTISTS/GIGS
Feature artist – Xani
The third artist to be presenting new music works created during isolation at MOTH, on Friday 7 May as part of The Cocoon Project series, is the in-demand violinist and collaborator Xani. Xani was employed full-time as a musical theatre session violinist, for the...
Small Town, Big Sound in Rye
Small Town Big Sound is bringing music back to the regions of Victoria. A string of local musical acts – including Alice Skye, Bad//Dreems, Amyl and the Sniffers, Birdz, Camp Cope and more – are touring through regional pubs, community clubhouses, historical theatres...
Feature Artist – Taylah Carroll
We're sure you've heard of this incredible songwriter by now. If you haven't, please get your hands on a copy of her latest and greatest single 'To Please Ya' - The video feature's her fave Mt Martha Beach Spot and you can check it out at her website here:...
INDUSTRY NEWS
Federal Government commits additional $135m to the Music Industry
Following talks between the music industry and government over recent weeks, the arts and entertainment sector will receive a lifeline as the end of JobKeeper approaches. The Federal Government recently announced $135 million in support today, including $125 million...
Music Victoria’s new CEO
The Music Victoria Board recently announced that Simone Schinkel has been appointed as the organisation’s next CEO. A professional arts leader, Simone brings with her a celebrated reputation for strategic sector development, and a commitment to equity and justice....
Creative Victoria’s Music Works Grants: Applications Now Open
Applications have now opened for Creative Victoria's February 2021 funding round of their Music Works Grants. This program invests in the development and support of Victoria's contemporary music artists and music industries, providing support for projects and programs...