SA Music Industry Economic Impact Report
The South Australian music industry plays a very important role in our state’s economy and vibrancy, but is often not as visible as other industries. As a designated UNESCO City of Music, music is an integral part of our state’s identity. We need an updated economic...
Registrations open for 2024 MusicSA Courses
2024 MusicSA Cert III Course in Music (Performance) (SACE Stage Two; Recommended for Yr 11 & 12) CUA30920 Certificate III in Music (Performance) is delivered under a third party arrangement with the COSAMP – RTO Code: 41549. The AQF certification will be issued...
MUSICSA INDUSTRY WORKSHOP – NOVEMBER 2023
UPDATE: REGISTRATIONS NOW CLOSED – EVENT AT CAPACITYIf you are interested in attending another session, please fill out the form at the end of this article.MusicSA is excited to announce that we are delivering another industry development workshop for those...
MusicSA Alumni Spotlight – Sharni Honor
In the lead up to our 2023 courses, MusicSA will be highlighting some incredible local talent who also happen to be alumni of our VET and short courses! “Maker of Nice Times”, a title aptly suited for Adelaide creative Sharni Honor, studied the Certificate...
Ruck & Roll: Music and AFL in the City
We all know Adelaide loves its music and footy – and soon there will be a perfect combination between those two things. From Thursday April 13 – Sunday April 16, MusicSA and the City of Adelaide are filling our streets and venues with live music to celebrate...
MusicSA Alumni Spotlight – Teenage Joans
In honour of our 2023 courses, we love highlighting the incredible local talent who also happen to be alumni of our VET and short courses! Cahli Blakers and Tahlia Borg studied the Certificate lll in Music Songwriting and Performance, giving them a boost in their...
Three Fresh Additions to the MusicSA Team
MusicSA extends a warm welcome to three new additions to the team; Blake Gilchrist as Industry Development Manager, Sebastian James as Industry Development Coordinator and Christina Lauren as Marketing Assistant. The three will be joining the team in our new East End...
The Music Writer’s Lab 2023: South Australia Program
MusicSA and the South Australian Government’s Music Development Office are proud to present the Music Writer’s Lab 2023 program alongside MusicNT and Australia Council for the Arts. A selected group of emerging writers participate in a critical music...
Now Hiring: MusicSA Marketing & Industry Development Roles
PLEASE NOTE: THIS OPPORTUNITY IS NOW CLOSED MusicSA is currently hiring! We are looking for three professionals to join our team in the following roles: • Marketing Assistant • Industry Development Manager • Industry Development Coordinator ABOUT MUSICSA...
Christine Schloithe Joins Music SA as New CEO
The Music SA team is incredibly excited to announce that well-respected cultural and creative leader, Christine Schloithe, will be joining our not-for-profit as our new Chief Executive Officer. We are very thrilled to welcome the new addition to our passionate...
SA GRANTS AND OPPORTUNITIES: APRIL ROUND UP
Each month Music SA collates a round-up of the opportunities and grants available for local artists. From scholarships to business grants and tour funding, have a browse below and find the right opportunity for you! FRIDAY NIGHT LIVE City of Adelaide FNL Grants | See...
Umbrella Festival 2022 Registrations Now Open!
Umbrella Festival is back for 2022 – and it’s already time to kick off, with all registrations now open! This year there are a few changes, with Umbrella running for the whole month of July state-wide, and Moshtix joining us as our official ticketing partner. Our aim...
Have Your Say: Australian music industry review on sexual harassment and systemic discrimination
An independent national Music Industry Review looking into sexual harm, harassment and systemic discrimination is currently underway. Announced at the end of 2021, the review aims to get a broader picture of Australia’s music industry, as well as provide sustainable...
Music SA Announcement: Changes in 2022
Image: Anne Wiberg (left) and Kim Roberts (right) taken by Samuel Graves Photography As you may have already heard, Music SA has some big changes afoot. We have two massive goodbyes to say to two incredible members of the Music SA team! Our brilliant General Manager,...
World Festive Street Party: Global Xmas Music in the City
Artwork by Lucinda Penn (@lcnd_) With us already in November, the holiday season is right around the corner! As a celebration of live music and the many ways in which our multicultural community celebrates Xmas, Music SA presents World Festive! World Festive is a free...
Finalists Announced: 2021 South Australian Music Awards News
Photo by Lauren Connelly of TKAY at the 2017 SAM AwardsIn some very exciting news, it’s time we finally announce the 2021 South Australian Music (SAM) Awards finalists! There is a hugely talented group of finalists this year – we can’t wait to celebrate their...
SCOUTED 2021 PHOTO GALLERY
Photos by Sam Graves SCOUTED 2021 was such an amazing experience! Held at Lion Arts Factory on October 8, six South Aussie unsigned up-and-coming bands played in front of not only a crowd of locals, but also a series of national music industry professionals invited by...
INTERFACE – 8/9/21 Sparkke at the Whitmore
Photos by Laura Franklin INTERFACE was designed for Trans, Female, and Gender Non-Conforming people within the SA music scene to come together and share ideas, projects, and community. The event was presented by Music SA and Girls Rock! and featured speakers from...
People’s Choice Voting Open and Location Announced for 2021 SAM Awards
Nominations for the 2021 South Australian Music Awards are now closed, after garnering a record number of entrants this year! With so much old and new South Aussie talent involved, this year’s ceremony will celebrate many different niches of our talented local...
2021 SCOUTED LINEUP ANNOUNCED – TICKETS ON SALE
Don’t Bring Stacey, The Empty Threats, LBG, Mum Friends, Oscar The Wild & Bermuda Bay Scouted is back for 2021 with a very exciting line-up of unsigned and emerging local musical talent! For those that don’t know, Scouted is an Umbrella Festival and Music SA...
South Australian Music Awards Nominations Open for 2021!
Image: SEABASS performing at the 2020 SAM Awards – taken by Jack Turner We are very excited to announce that the South Australian Music (SAM) Awards are back in full swing for 2021! After another very difficult year for the South Australian music industry, the...
South Australian Music Awards Nominations Open!
2020 SOUTH AUSTRALIAN MUSIC AWARDS Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020 The accomplishments and emergence of wonderful South Australian music from over the last 12 months is set to be celebrated this year, with the South Australian Music (SAM) Awards powering ahead for 2020....