The australian music industry would have no fruit without the watering of the artistic seeds. The “ Seed’ plays a significant role in the nurturing and development of emerging talent and the talent required to support it. after 5 years the fruit of the seeds efforts is evident for those lucky enough to be given an opportunity to flourish under their guidance. We believe the seeds philosophy is essential for a healthy and sustainable music industry.
- The Seed aims to help Australian artists from any background, creating art and music across any genre, to establish themselves as self-sustained, professional artists. Please contact us at info@theseedfund.org
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"When Danielle and I first started the fund we always intended for it to grow into something that wasn’t just funded by ourselves but contributed to by many movers and shakers within the Australian music community.
In the beginning we felt it was necessary for this fund to have credentials and for that my intials served well. But now as we look towards the next five years it’s time to put the next phase of the plan in motion. This is an Initiative funded BY the music community FOR the music community and I feel The Seed best represents our inclusive approach” John Butler -
The Seed Fund’s new partnership with APRA
Eight emerging songwriters and composers will be given a career break thanks to the 2011 Professional Development Awards (PDA), proudly presented by APRA.
Supporting emerging songwriters and composers, APRA in conjunction with music organisations and educational institutions, are pleased to be involved in the development of music creators at the early stages of their career.
Open to all emerging songwriters and composers, each PDA winner will receive a prize package made up of cash, product, travel, education and recognition, valued at over $25,000.
The APRA Professional Development Awards are held every two years and is given to eight emerging songwriters and composers across six categories:
All PDA award winners will take home this life changing prize package:
Two additional awards offered in 2011
In association with the Professional Development Awards, APRA has partnered with the Big Day Out and the University of Tasmania as they present:
Each award will provide a promising Australian songwriter or group with development grants of $10,000.
Key Dates:
For information including entry forms and terms & conditions head to www.apra-amcos.com.au/pda .