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                    Resources for musicians

                    A light shining on a portrait of a man.
                    Whether you are emerging, established or community-based, find out more about performance opportunities and spaces, promoting your gig, building your business, getting paid for your work and more.

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                    Promoting your music

                    ​List your gig on City of Melbourne's What’s On.

                    Funding and opportunities

                    ​Find out about our funding and sponsorships including arts grants, Melbourne Music Week, Yirramboi and Small business grants.

                    Recording and rehearsal studios

                    ​Our Library at The Dock and Kathleen Syme Community Centre and Library have recording, rehearsal and performance facilities.

                    Book City of Melbourne venues and spaces

                    Creative Spaces

                    Find and list spaces, promote events, create and artists profile and connect with your creative community – all in the one place. Check out the Creative Spaces website.

                    List of live music venues in City of Melbourne

                    City of Melbourne is home to a number of live music venues and performance spaces - a full list of venues is available on our Open Data Platform.

                    Performing in public

                    You will need to obtain a permit before performing in public, organising an event in a public space or selling services, food, drinks or merchandise at an outdoor event or festival. Find out more about:

                    Tips for musicians

                    ​Read some frequently asked questions for musicians, at Music Victoria.

                    APRA/AMCOS

                    Find some information for music creators and performers.

                    More information

                    Email business@melbourne.vic.gov.au if you need further information on our Music Plan and related programs.
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