Q MUSIC is a not for profit organization supporting Queensland music, musicians and industry workers. This column will present you with information on grant and export opportunities, conferences and the general low-down on the state’s music industry.

QUT Faculty of Law and Queensland Public Interest Law Clearing House Present Free IP and Technology Law Advice Session

QUT Faculty of Law and Queensland Public Interest Law Clearing House are to provide free legal advice for members of the creative and technology sectors with limited financial resources. Ask professionals about copyright, recording and publishing agreements, media rights, digital distribution, business models, and much more. Book now for the inaugural advice sessions: Thursday Oct 29 2009 and Thursday Nov 26 2009, Brisbane CBD from 5:30pm-7:30pm. To make a booking, call (07) 3136 6836.

Opportunities Announced for Musexpo LA 2010, Musexpo Europe 2010 and The Great Escape 2010

Q Music are once again providing Queensland artists with multiple opportunities to showcase their music to the international forums at MUSEXPO LA 2010, Musexpo Europe 2010 and The Great Escape 2010. All three events host some of the most influential executive talent from around the globe. Applications for all opportunities close October 16. Submissions via www.qmusic.com.au. 

Submissions Open for 09/10 Creative Sparks and Lord Mayor's Young and Emerging Artist Fellowship Programs

The Lord Mayor’s Young & Emerging Artists Fellowships and the Creative Sparks Grants are now open for applications from Brisbane artists and cultural workers. These grants, with up to $20,000 for each recipient, provide opportunities for creative projects and professional development. Submissions for both grants close Monday Nov 2. For details, and to find out about scheduled information sessions, see the ‘News’ section of www.qmusic.com.au.

Australia Council Music Funding Rounds Open

Australia Council funding submissions are now open for individuals and groups, under the categories of New Work; Presentation and Promotion; Skills and Development; Project Fellowships and Live on Stage- International Music Showcasing. Applications for all categories close Nov 16. For more information, see the ‘News’ section of www.qmusic.com.au.

Brisbane Sounds 2010 Artist Submissions Now Open

The Brisbane Sounds 2010 selection committee is now ready to take submissions from Brisbane based bands and this represents a great opportunity for emerging Brisbane bands to network with other bands and get their music out to the world. Submissions for the sampler close Nov 1. For full details, see www.brisbanesounds.com.

Jazzworx! Accredited to Deliver Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance

The Minister for Education and Training the Honourable Geoff Wilson MP has advised Brisbane-based Jazzworx! Music Institute that it has been accredited to deliver a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance. Only 27 Universities or private providers offer a Bachelor of Music in Jazz Performance worldwide, with Jazzworx! being the only private provider. Of these 27 providers, 25 are in the USA and only two are Australian. See www.jazz.qld.edu.au for more info.

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