This is an immersive program providing First Nations creatives at all levels with studio space, mentoring and production support that will be delivered in partnership with the Australian National University’s School of Music and the Yil Lull (‘To Sing’) recording studio.
The aim of the program is to create a dedicated space so each of the participants can take the time to sustain, grow creative ideas and collaborate including composition, voice coaching, strengthening technical skills and providing professional development opportunities for the future.
The program is open to emerging to established First Nations musicians, artists, songwriters, audio engineers, producers and those employed in the music industry.
The Program will offer 2 stages:
Stage 1:Â A one-week group residency at ANU between 17 and 25 March 2025
Stage 2: A one-week individual residency to complete your project between April – October 2025.
Please note:Â You must be available to attend residencies on scheduled dates.
Space to Create: Music Residency will provide:
- travel, accommodation, per diems, ground transport costs to and from ANU campus
- a participation fee for the attendance at the group and individual residential periods
- access to Yil Lull First Nations Recording Studio control room, software, mastering and video editing resources
- technical, studio production support from Yil Lull First Nations Recording Studio Senior Technical Officer and Producer, Will Kepa
- mentoring from selected music industry professionals
- music industry masterclasses and creative labs.
For more information, visit creative.gov.au
