A new and exciting opportunity is being introduced for songwriters and singer-songwriters, to enroll in a degree that brings the art and practice of songwriting and the expectations and demands of the modern music industry together for the first time in Australia. The Conservatorium of Music in conjunction with (APRA) have come together to provide some of Australia’s most respected and successful songwriters to teach into this program. Songwriters who have agreed to participate currently include: Ross Wilson (Daddy Cool/Mondo Rock); Michael Spiby (Badloves); Jenny Morris; Brian Cadd, Eric McCusker; David Wayman; Peter Farnan (Boom Crash Opera). SCHOLARSHIPS covering HECS costs for this degree, available to APRA members only! For APRA members only, UTAS will provide a scholarship to cover the HECS costs for this degree. This offer is open only to APRA members, and represents a saving of $5,310 per year for the duration of the degree *(HECS contribution amount for the 2010 academic year.)
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SAE Institute Australia - 25% discount on short courses
SAE Institute Australia would like to offer all APRA members a 25% discount on short courses as well as 25% discount on the Electronic Music Production (EMP) course.
- Short courses run for 4 weeks (2 evening classes per week)
Short courses available are: Ableton Live, Logic Pro, ProTools and Reason (short courses on offer may differ from campus to campus). The standard price is $770, but for APRA members $575
- EMP courses run for 6 months (2 evening classes per week)
The Electronic Music Production course is a Certificate III in Music Industry: Technical Production. The standard price is $3950, but for APRA members $2960
SAE Institute has 6 campuses in Australia, so where-ever you are... we are always close enough for you to fine tune your music production skills!
SAE LOCATIONS: Sydney; Melbourne; Byron Bay; Perth; Adelaide; Brisbane. For more info>>
Discounted rates to ASCAP “I Create Music” EXPO, April 22-24, 2010 (LA)
Now in its 5th successful year, the ASCAP “I Create Music” EXPO puts you face to face with some of the world’s most successful songwriters, composers and producers, all who willingly share their knowledge and expertise and give you the know-how to take your music to the next level. Expo includes Celebrity Q & A’s; Master Classes; Songwriting & Composing Workshops; Attendee Song Feedback Panels; Networking Opportunities; State-of-the-Art Tech Demos; Leading Music Industry Exhibitors; Publisher & Business Panels; One-On-One Sessions; DIY Career Building Workshops; Showcases and Performances.
Registration for the 2010 ASCAP “I Create Music” EXPO is now open! The earliest registrants get the deepest discounts. Out members get the Partner Pricing, which is less than the general rate. To take advantage of this special rate, select Foreign Performing Rights Organization from the Partner menu towards the end of the registration process. Find out more about the EXPO at http://www.ascap.com/expo
Travel much? 10% Discount on ACCOR Hotels
AWAY ON BUSINESS OFFER
APRA has just joined the AWAY ON BUSINESS Programme from Accor hotels. This programme offers you preferential rates in more than 1700 Sofitel, MGallery, Pullman, Novotel, Mercure, Ibis (in participatinghotels), All Seasons and Barrière hotels.
Accessing the rate is simple. All you need to do is login to accorhotels.com, and select the Business travel solutions tab. You will then be asked to enter their company Accor ID: AS231744 AND Contract number 5000.
Show Group
Your global support act
Your APRA Member Card lets you take advantage of best available airfares, as well as special rates for car rental and accommodation through Show Group, APRA’s preferred travel provider. Show Group is Australia and New Zealand's foremost service provider for travel and freight logistics, specialising in servicing the entertainment, film and sport industries.
To find out more, visit www.showgroup.com.au or call 1800 221 027.
Ethan Group is APRA's preferred supplier of computer hardware and software and has made available a series of discounts and deals, exclusively for APRA members.
With your APRA Member Benefits card you can:
- Leverage APRA's special pricing on IT hardware and software
- Access exclusive promotions and competitions for members
- Obtain unique retail product specials
Ethan Group has a great deal of experiencein delivering products to our customers and ensuring that we deliver product competitively, efficiently, correctly, and most importantly, as per client expectations.
All enquiries via email to Justin Carey -
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Digidesign: 15% discount off RRP for Pro Tools LE products
APRA is pleased to announce its new partnership with Digidesign. APRA members will be eligible for a 15% discount on all Digidesign LE software and hardware products. Please note that this discount applies to full priced LE products only (existing discounts, exchanges, other specials and non-LE products do not apply). APRA members must produce their membership card/identification to their local authorised Digidesign dealer to receive the discount. For more information, visit www.digidesign.com.
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Roland Corporation Australia
Music technology that inspires creativity
Roland is a world leader in the design, manufacture and distribution of electronic musical instruments. APRA members enjoy the following:
- Extended warranty on all Roland products
- Priority product support
- Free 12 month subscription to Roland User Group Magazine - just sign up online at www.rolandcorp.com.au
- Advanced notice of new products and events, either via the APRA members magazine or by registering on the APRA section of the Roland Australia website.
For more information, email or call 02 9982 8266.
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AMP Financial Planning Pty ltd
CAN 89 051 208 327, Licensed Securities Dealer Darryn Fellowes, Financial Planner.
An APRA Member’s Card gives you complete financial planning services from certified financial planner, Darryn Fellowes, with the following exclusive benefits:
- Risk Insurance
Australian Casualty and Life (AC&L) offer APRA members a 10% discount on Life Insurance. Trauma Insurance, Disability Cover, Income Protection and Business Expense Insurance (subject to underwriting).
- Home Loans and Bank Products
AMP is offering members 0.5% off the standard variable home loan rate (minimum loan $40,000) for the term of the loan. They also waive the normal establishment fee of $350. In addition to this, they offer other banking and financial products. To find out more, either call the bank direct on 1300 360 525 and ask for the APRA Member Banking Package or contact Darryn Fellowes (details below).
- Superannuation
Personalised plans with discounted fees for individual or companies are available to APRA members.
Darryn Fellowes has over 14 years experience as a financial planner and is a member of the Financial Planning Association of Australia (FPA). He has completed a Diploma of Financial Planning and has also achieved Certified Financial Planner status. This is the highest level of professional endorsement offered by the FPA and carries international recognition.
For more information about any of these benefits, call Darryn Fellowes on 02 9364 7211 or email:
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AON EQUIPMENT INSURANCE
Aon is one of the largest insurance broking and risk management companies in the world, with over 40,000 employees in more than 38 countries.
The Aon Entertainment Equipment Insurance policy has been specifically designed for musicians. Aon is offering a 30% no claims discount on musical equipment insurance for APRA musician members that look to start a new policy with Aon in 2009 and have had no equipment claims in the past 3 years.
To take advantage of this discount, contact Aon toll free on 1800 806 584, direct on 02 9253 821, or email . Alternatively you can download the application form.
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AON MUSIC & SINGING TEACHERS INSURANCE
Aon is one of the largest insurance broking and risk management companies in the world, with over 40,000 employees in more than 38 countries.
For music & singing teachers we offer public liability, professional liability and group personal accident insurance. They cover the following:
- Public Liability
- Automatically $20m
- Teaching music/singing
- Organising singing/music recitals for students
- Personal performance risk as a musician across Australia
- Music camps plus the performance risk of the students at music recitals and camps
- Accusation of Molestation
- Professional Liability - Covering you to teach music anywhere within Australia
- Group Personal Accident - Covering you for loss of income due to personal accident - 85% of average gross weekly salary to a maximum of $500 a week
To find out more contact Aon on 1800 806 584, direct on (02) 9253 7821 or email:
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AON PUBLIC LIABILITY INSURANCE
Are you a member of a band seeking public liability insurance? Do you sing solo or as a duo and need a low cost cover for public liability? Aon has options to suit whatever type of music you play and moreover is willing to cover tuition as well.
Individual Performers ($20,000,000 limit of liability)
- Up to $150,000 turnover as a performing musician: $170.00
NB. Other performance activities covered with prices ranging as low as $140.00 depending on the individual’s performance activity.
Please note that this policy will not cover you as an event organiser. If you also organise events, please contact Aon and they will tailor a policy that suits your needs. To find out more visit aon.com.au or contact Aon on 1800 806 584, direct on (02) 9253 7821 or email: . Or you can apply using this form.
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AON PERSONAL INSURANCE
APRA members can take advantage of a 20% discount on Aon's highly competitive quotes for car, home and contents, caravan, boat, travel, landlord's and strata insurance. Visit the website to apply for this great offer!
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IMMEDIA!
IMMEDIA! is offering APRA members the opportunity to purchase the AustralAsian Music Industry Directory at the special discounted price. Either purchase a hard copy for $45 (regular retail price of $50), which will delivered to you free of charge, or obtain a six month subscription to the fortnightly updated Internet version for $33. Information on the Directory's contents as well as a sample copy of the book can be viewed at www.immedia.com.au
IMMEDIA is also offering APRA members free shipping on any book order over $100 from its catalogue of over 50 music business titles and overseas industry directories.
Remember to mention this offer and quote your APRA membership number to be entitled to these deals. Please note - personal orders only, the membership number quoted must match the member name and delivery recipient.
To obtain the APRA discount, you must order via mail or phone. Call 02 9557 7766 for further details.
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Microview
Microview is offering APRA members a 15% discount on its range of CD and DVD duplication services, including:
- Short and long run CD and DVD duplication
- Long run CD and DVD replication
- CD and DVD packaging and design including customised CD/DVD printing.
A 10% discount is also available for DVD/sonic solutions equipment and mastering, and sales, service and support on CD burning equipment and CD printers, including:
- DVD authoring and mastering systems and services
- Supports DVD 5, DVD 10 and DVD ROM
- fully automated CD burning equipment
- one-to-one CD duplicators
- automated and single CD printers.
Visit : www.microview-i.com.au
Alternatively call Michael Vardavas on 02 9496 4388.
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Musiclab pty Ltd
Your home for music technology
Musiclab is pleased to offer APRA members a special pricing structure on Pro Tools LE systems and host computers (Mac or PC). This gives you 10% off RRP pricing for the entire range of Digi 002, Digi 002 Rack and Mbox systems, plus further savings on your system setup and any support issues that arise.
Musiclab began in the mid 1980s as an electronic service and repair company and has grown to become one of Australia's leading sales and service centres for high-end audio recording solutions. The company not only stocks a wide range of keyboards, it is a computer reseller and a specialist at building computers for digital audio and video use. Its DigiSupport department has been recognised by Digidesign's own support staff as being one of two companies in the world providing high level technical support for their products. Musiclab is also the only company in the world that customises the Mac operating system specifically for Pro Tools and other audio and video applications.
For sales or support information for a new or existing computer based recording system call 07 3332 8188, email or visit the website at www.musiclab.com.au
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CAN (Chaos Artists Network)
Sell Your Music Worldwide! The CAN (Chaos Artist Network) is the only Australian organisation providing NON-EXCLUSIVE, INDEPENDENT, WORLDWIDE, PHYSICAL and DIGITAL DISTRIBUTION for musicians and filmmakers. We supply all major digital retailers globally (iTunes, Rhapsody, Napster, Amazon, Bigpond etc) and traditional retailers throughout Australia (Chaos, JB Hi Fi, Sanity, BigW, Leading Edge etc). The CAN is all about giving the artist the tools to sell while staying independent and is specifically focused on Australian musicians and filmmakers. Just use your APRA member number in the CAN sign up process to get 10%* off. Go to www.thecan.com.au to find out more.
*Conditions apply.
Chaos offers 10%* off its huge catalogue of Music, DVDs, Books and Games for APRA members.
Established in dark ages of Internet back in 1995, Chaos.com is Australia’s leading online entertainment store offering a huge catalogue of new release and hard to find CDs, DVDs, Books, games and more for discerning entertainment lovers. Chaos staff are focused on delivering the best in music and entertainment to its online community throughout the world. We offer the right mix of deep catalogue, attention to detail, competitive pricing and friendly accessible customer service. Chaos aims to facilitate the connection of creators and fans everywhere. Based in Melbourne Australia, Chaos.com provides a unique independent voice in Australian online music.
Much more than an online store, Chaos Agents gain access to:
- A catalogue of over 1 million CDs, DVDs, games, books and much more
- Artist/product information
- Alert services
- Publishing facilities for Chaos Agents to add reviews
- The latest entertainment news and reviews
- Weekly newsletters incorporating genre specific information
- Exclusive offers, discounts and competitions
Just use your APRA member number to order through Chaos and get 10% off. Go to www.chaos.com to find out more.
*Conditions apply.
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Grand United Corporate Health
APRA has partnered with GU Corporate, a nationally registered health fund to produce a health care plan specifically for APRA members and their families.
The Corporate Health Plan for APRA Members consists of four options – two ‘hospital/ancillary’ combined tables (‘Premier Hospital $250/$500 & Value Benefits’ and ‘Premier Hospital $250/$500 & Economy Benefits’), and two ‘hospital only’ tables (‘Premier Hospital $250/$500’ and ‘PricePoint Hospital $250/$500’).
The four options ensure flexibility for members to choose a health plan to suit. ‘Premier Hospital’ is the highest level of hospital cover available covering 100% of all hospital charges in public hospitals as a private patient and all participating private hospitals. ‘PricePoint Hospital’ is a hospital table with exclusions – which ensures a lower premium. ‘Value Benefits’ would still be regarded as the most generous ancillary product available in the market and ‘Economy Benefits’ is a very good medium to high benefit option at a reasonable cost. Please see pdf below for full comparisons.
In addition to all the regular benefit and service options available with private health insurance, the APRA health Care Plan provides:
- competitive premiums at special rates
- access to lifestyle benefits such as fitness courses, sporting equipment, and vitamins and health supplements
- monthly contribution payments via direct debit from a bank or financial institution
- immediate cover for services that normally require a waiting period of up to and including six months, including general dental and optical
- continuity of cover if you transfer from another registered health insurer with an equivalent level of cover.
For more information, contact a GU Corporate Consultant on 1800 249 966 or email . If you would like a comparison between your current health cover and the options offered through the APRA Corporate Health Plan contact Health Insurance Consultant Susan Phillips at or 02 9719 9779.
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The Music Network
FREE trial of Australia’s #1 music industry magazine ‘The Music Network’. Exclusive subscription offer for APRA Members
Australia’s #1 information source for music industry news and consumer insights The Music Network, is offering APRA Rewards Members a FREE trial of the newly formatted magazine, along with an exclusive subscription deal of just $3.90 per week (normally $6.60 per week).
To take advantage of the FREE trial, click here to enter your details and your FREE trial of The Music Network will be emailed to you the following Monday.
Following your free trial you will be emailed a link to a subscription page where you can subscribe to the magazine for just $3.90 per week.
THE MUSIC NETWORK
The Music Network was founded more than 15 years ago and has remained a trusted ‘tip sheet’ offering unique and timely insights into the Australian music industry. The new format reflects the growth and evolving nature of this industry and will now offer a deeper perspective on a number of different issues.
Together with a new design, new logo and layout, there is now a host of additional features offering a deeper, more insightful perspective on music industry players and consumers.
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The A&R Department's Song Doctor
The A&R Department's Song Doctor is a unique service, providing up and coming songwriters with the opportunity to have their songs listened to and analysed by music industry heavyweight Matt O'Connor. Matt is a music industry veteran with over 20 years experience in the Australian market, including 5 years as A&R Manager at Warner Music Australia. His illustrious career has already seen him work with some of the biggest artists in the country and develop a reputation for his own brand of "credible mainstream" music.
Matt O'Connor: Track Record
Aria top 10 records. 17
Aria top 20 records. 12
Aria top 40 records 16
Total records sold: Over 1 million.
Matt O 'Connor Testimonials
"In this business you rarely meet people who can honestly say they have seen it all from just about every aspect. Matt O'Connor is one of those specials. He has managed, produced, mixed, promoted, marketed, signed, and most importantly believed fervently in the artists he has backed. A rare bird indeed… and Matt is a man whose full potential is yet to be realized. If I was a betting man I would back this horse any day."
Mark Pope Music
"Above and beyond Matt's knack for discovering the very best talent he's the rare A&R man who develops close, trusting relationships with his artists. In a business filled with counter-productive sycophants, matt can be both a friend to the artist while simultaneously maintaining the objectivity needed to insure his acts are coming up with the very best songs, the killer performances and all the fine subtleties and nuances required of an artist who wishes to have success not just in Australia/New Zealand but on a mass global scale. If you're an artist who ever has the opportunity to work with or be mentored by Matt, consider yourself very very lucky indeed."
Leigh Lust
A&R Atlantic Records NY
"I call Matt the song doctor. If ever you want an option on whether a track will sit on radio then Matt is the one to tell you. His work on Thirsty Merc is pure evidence of that".
Michael Parisi
Managing Director Mushroom Records.
President A&R Warner Music Australasia.
How The Song Doctor Works
It's simple. The artist visits our website, puts through their payment, uploads their song, and within 4 weeks they receive an evaluation sheet, (in pdf format), via email. This sheet provides comprehensive feedback pertaining to the song from an A&R perspective.
The form will inform the artist honestly - and in detail - what's right with their song and what's wrong with it. The evaluation will cover every aspect of the song; its arrangement, sound, lyrics, melodies, instrumentation and much, much more. It'll explain how to turn (if possible) the tune into a credible, crossover radio hit. This is whathe does best.
However, as well as providing valuable feedback for up-and-coming songwriters, the service also allows those writers to have their work heard by an Australian music industry heavyweight. Who knows, this could be their big break?
Normal cost each song $300.00 + GST
APRA members discount $250.00 + GST.
www.TheAandRDepartment.com.
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Berkleemusic.com
Berkleemusic.com is the online continuing education division of Berklee College of Music, the world's premier institution for the study of contemporary music for over sixty years. Study online with Berklee's renowned faculty in areas including Music Business, Music Production, Guitar, Theory, Harmony & Ear Training, Songwriting, and more.
Berkleemusic delivers online access to Berklee’s acclaimed curriculum from anywhere in the world. Our award-winning online courses and certificate programs are fully accredited and taught by the college’s world-renowned faculty, providing lifelong learning opportunities to people interested in music and working in the music industry. Our online course catalog currently features more than 50 individual courses, each 12-weeks in length, that combine a number of interactive activities to support the lesson content, including Flash demonstrations, Quicktime movies, downloadable MP3 files, and tablature.
Explore the school further at www.berkleemusic.com.
Learn Music Online with Berkleemusic and Save 10%
Berkleemusic.com, the online school of Berklee College of Music, offers over 130 accredited online courses and certificates in Music Business, Music Production, Guitar, Bass, Voice, Music Theory, Harmony & Ear Training, Songwriting, and more. As part of our partnership with Berkleemusic, APRA members receive 10% off all Berkleemusic courses and programs.
To receive your discount you must first login to the APRA Online Membership Facility, then select the Berkleemusic option from the menu and create a Berkleemusic account.
Spring term begins April 5, 2010.
Please note:
- Berkleemusic will not provide any retroactive course or program discounts to APRA|AMCOS members that have taken a Berkleemusic course or program in previous terms.
- The APRA|AMCOS discount cannot be used in conjunction with other Berkleemusic or third-party promotions.
- To qualify for the discount, APRA|AMCOS Members must go via the APRA Online Membership Facility (not Berkleemusic.com)
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Great Deal for APRA Members
"Music Business" bible: get your copy of Shane Simpson's must-have guide to making it in the Australian music business. Normally $69+ postage... special offer from Music Sales, for APRA Members in Australia only: $60+free postage! To order your copy email or phone (02) 9524 0033 (ext 103) or visit www.musicsales.com
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10% Discount: Erana Clark Singing/Songwriting Course May 2010
Vocal Coach for Australian Idol for 7 Years
Erana Clark Singing/SongWriting Course commencing May 2010. Artists search for the finest Vocal Coach to help to fine tune their voice, improve their technique and sing from the soul. Artists want to find the right words for their song and a creative, friendly, professional environment in a well equipped Studio. Erana’s studio has in-house Producer/Arranger Christian Lauofo and a team of people with the utmost skill & passion for music. Erana Clark and Meshach Records, offer the opportunity to attain all this in one program!
Auditions for Term 2 are being held in April 2010 for the course commencing in May. The course runs for 12 weeks & includes a 1hr 15min private lesson once a week which covers vocal maintenance, performance, writing & recording, plus you'll complete the course with 2 original songs written & recorded by you, under the guidance of Erana Clark, Vocal Coach. This course is for age 14 years and over.
Erana’s Vocal Studio also offers private vocal lessons for 7 – 13 year olds. This course is designed especially for the younger age group which includes vocal warm ups, maintenance and help improve confidence and performance skills. This course runs for 12 weeks and consists of one 40 minute lesson per week. 10% discount is offered to APRA members.
Audition bookings are essential, as places are limited. For more information or to book your audition, Contact Sina at
Masterlux Mastering
CD Mastering & Audio Editing
20% discount on Mastering to all members
"Tone,Warmth & Clarity back into your music".
This is what James Vincent of Masterlux strives to achieve for all of his clients. To make their Albums or Songs "Audio Classics." Sonically Rich & Polished Masters.
Comments received from clients.
- "Such an amazingly warm, clear & open sound"
- "James made our computer mixes sound like we had recorded them in a high end studio"
- "Big warm bottoms. Energetic mids. Silky smooth top ends"
- "James' Masters are Wonderfully Musical, not squashed to within an inch of their life"
High End Analogue & Digital Mastering in a relaxed atmosphere.
James Vincent
www.masterluxmastering.com
0400 301 265