Entertainment
29 November, 2023
Industry help for musicians
FOR those in the music industry – just starting out, wanting to make a career out of music, or looking for new connections – an event in Cairns this weekend is a gateway to the heart of the music industry.

QMusic and Flame.Arts present the free QMUSIC & Cairns Music Industry Gathering at the Cairns Performing Arts Centre (CPAC) tomorrow and on Sunday.
Facilitated by Ant McKenna and Dan Rennie from QMusic and BIGSOUND, keynote speakers include Emily Holler (Mojobullet music marketing), Kriza Canzon (GYROStream), and Stu Field (OZTIX), as well as accomplished producers, content directors, and radio stations.
Attendees can expect engaging discussions on music marketing strategies, mastering and producing techniques, programming insights, grant funding opportunities, navigating the intricacies of touring and participation in music festivals, including the renowned BIGSOUND.
Audience members can gain insights, tips, and tricks from those who have paved the way in the industry and learn from their experiences.
“We are stoked to be coming to North Queensland as part of this forum,” QMusic’s co-Director of Programming Ant McKenna said.
“For over 30 years, QMusic has been focused on artists’ career development and industry development, delivering successful international projects such as the BIGSOUND music industry conference, the Queensland Music Awards, major music events and more.
“We also support and partner with regional cities and towns to provide capacity building and development activities through our Industry Connect program.
“This will be an incredible program of events, workshops, panels and sessions – we’re really excited to be heading your way, listening to the needs of the FNQ industry and being involved in everything.”
Flame.Arts is the Cairns Regional Council Creative Life arm dedicated to fostering the growth and success of emerging artists in creative industries. Through events, education, and community engagement, Flame.Arts aims to provide a platform for artists to thrive and connect with industry professionals.
Registration is required for this free professional development event, visit cairnsperformingartscentre.com.au