Who We Are & What Do We Do?
Music NT Inc. is the non-profit, member-based music organisation for the Northern Territory. It represents, develops and services the Territory’s original music industry.
As the ‘peak’ contemporary music development body, Music NT has a focus on developing and strengthening networks with national music industry representatives, as well as strengthening links with regional centres throughout the Territory.
Music NT offers its members industry support in the form of office access including computer, photocopier, telephone, directories, advice on touring, recording, promotion, event coordination, agency services (recommending musicians for events), performance opportunities (through Music NT gigs and venue collaborations), and promotional support through extensive media lists and Music NT networks.
The majority of the industry is composed of Aboriginal artists (approximately 70%), creating, performing and recording original music, much of which is in their own languages. These acts are concentrated in regional/remote towns and communities and have limited access to services. It is Music NT’s aim to enhance and promote this uniqueness, encouraging activity, employment opportunities and exposure of NT artists within and outside of the Territory and to encourage the maintenance of language and culture through contemporary expression.
We provide members with access to a growing library of resources including books, magazines, research, reports, directories, handbooks, special articles, online resources, etc. for up to two weeks at no cost. Music NT also maintains a comprehensive database and members receive our regular monthly Music NT E-News with relevant information for contemporary musicians and those working in the industry in the Northern Territory.
Music NT also provides membership to the Music NT Forum, for NT musicians to network, talk to each other, promote themselves and share music, resources and much more! It’s a thriving community with over 400 members NT and Australia-wide. Sign up here.
