Music Australia Launches High Score Scholarships Program to Support Musicians and Publishers

Music Australia, in partnership with APRA AMCOS, has announced an exciting opportunity for musicians and publishers—especially those outside of metropolitan Melbourne and from Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander communities. The High Score Scholarships program is designed to help increase access to the High Score event, a two-day deep dive into the world of composing for video games.

What You Need to Know:

• 10 Scholarships Available: 2 positions are reserved for Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander artists, and 3 for publishers.
• Travel + Accommodation Covered: Economy flights to and from Melbourne, plus 3 nights’ accommodation, are included.
• In-Person Event Ticket: Scholars will receive tickets to attend the full 2-day High Score event.
• Post-Event Access: Includes video on demand service to re-watch key talks and sessions.
• Exclusive Mixer Event: Attendees can join the speaker and sponsor mixer for a chance to network.

Why You Should Apply

If you’re a musician or publisher living outside Melbourne or part of an Aboriginal or Torres Strait Islander community, this is a rare opportunity to attend a top-tier event like High Score without worrying about the costs. High Score is one of the leading events focused on composing for video games, offering incredible insights from industry experts, networking opportunities, and resources to help further your career. The scholarship covers flights, accommodation, and even gives you access to the event’s video on demand service so you can revisit sessions after the event wraps up.

How to Apply

The scholarships are open to anyone aged 18+ and submissions close on Monday, 9 September at 10:00am AEST. If you’ve already bought a ticket, don’t worry—if you’re successful, the cost of your ticket will be refunded. There are separate application links depending on whether you’re applying as a musician or publisher:

• Apply for a musician scholarship
• Apply for a publisher scholarship

This is a fantastic opportunity for musicians and publishers to gain access to one of the most exciting events in the world of music composition for games. Don’t miss your chance to apply!

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