Aspiring musicians in Emerald, Gembrook and Cockatoo can apply for the Cardinia Shire Music Residencies program, which has returned for 2022.
The program focuses on supporting emerging creative, allowing them to develop the skills to connect with their community and giving them the experience needed to master their craft.
Cardinia Shire Mayor Councillor Jeff Springfield said he is pleased council could deliver this exciting program again in 2022.
“We have facilitated this residency for the past three years and it has been a huge success,” Cr Springfield said.
“Now more than ever as we deal with recovering from the pandemic, our creatives need opportunities like this and I am thrilled we can provide this in Cardinia Shire Council.”
Three local emerging musicians will be given vital industry knowledge and experience to help launch their careers.
The tailored program will be delivered by industry professionals Liz Drummond and Jarred Young, with each musican having the opportunity to perform at inner-city venues.
The mentorships will take place from 21 February until 6 March with two performances included, one with the shire and another at a venue in inner-city Melbourne.
