Jump on the bandwagon as a fully paid-up member during the membership drive and not only will you have access to all the member’s benefits and be in the running for some fabulous prizes, but you’ll help your peak body continue to nurture and support your music scene.
So what’s up for grabs? For a start, you have the chance to win one of five $500 Flight Centre vouchers, and from our friends at Hilton there’s a free night’s stay in an executive room with lounge benefits at Hilton on the Park, Melbourne.
Early birds who sign up this week can win double passes to the following gigs:
Wanda Jackson - Wednesday 20 March - The Corner Hotel – sign up and pay by 5pm Tuesday 19th March
Santana & Steve Miller Band - Thursday 21 March – Rod Laver Arena – sign up and pay by 5pm Wednesday 20th March
It’s not just musicians and industry people getting behind Victoria’s peak music body; music fans wanting to ensure Victoria maintains its status as the live music capital of Australia are signing up for just $33.
"If you're a musician, or a passionate music fan like me, then all you need to do is become a member and pledge your support to Music Victoria. Consider it a payback for all the great gigs performed that we've been so lucky to enjoy", says arguably Australia’s biggest music fan, Music Victoria ambassador Myf Warhurst.
"Keep up the extensive excellent work!," added Music Victoria member and supporter, Wally de Backer, AKA Gotye.
Music Victoria continues to fight for the good of all music across the state. Whether it be ensuring music has its voice heard, protecting our venues, changing laws, negotiating huge industry savings for artists or promoting our marvellous scene to the world, Music Victoria is fighting for a stronger music scene for us to work in and enjoy.
As a member of Music Victoria you will also have access to the long list of member benefits:
Virgin and Qantas excess baggage allowances for musicians; professional development workshops; and members only discounts and special offers.
You’ll also get the chance to attend the exclusive invite-only wrap party for members at Ding Dong Lounge on Thursday April 11th, featuring Henry Wagons and other special musical guests to be announced.
“I highly commend Music Victoria for the work they do’’ - Henry Wagons
Hilton has also offered a welcome new addition to the member’s benefits. All Music Victoria members will receive 15% off the best available rate at hotels across Australia and New Zealand. Bookings for Touring groups of 10 rooms or more will also receive complimentary late checkout, discounted parking and storage for your music gear (subject to availability).
So what is Music Victoria? Music Victoria is the music industry peak body for Victoria; an independent and non-profit organisation supporting the growth, participation and development of the Victorian contemporary music industry across all genres.
Stay tuned for updates on prizes and offers for members. To find out how to make the most of your membership benefits, click here.
Show your support for contemporary music in Victoria and become a financial member of Music Victoria during the 2013 Jump On The Bandwagon membership drive! Apply online here.
MUSIC VICTORIA MEMBERSHIP DRIVE: MARCH 18TH – MARCH 28TH
The Annual Membership rates are:
• $33 – Individual member
• $22 – Concession individual member - student / unwaged
• $66 - Band membership
• $66 – Non-profit organisations
• $150 – Small business (15 or fewer employees)
• $330 – Corporate member (more than 15 employees)
• $550 – Gold membership
• $990 – Platinum membership
*Prices are in Australian dollars & include GST.
