Back by popular demand FUSE will run its Songwriting and Management Master Classes on Wednesday February 24th. The Masterclass program is conducted in small groups in an intensive and fun way that allows you to learn direct from the best songwriters and managers in the country.

The Management Masterclass, moderated by Gordon Anderson (Music SA), will feature Jon Mcildowie (UK), Rev Moose (USA), Mark Meharry (UK), Ian Johnsen (UK), Cath Haridy (Aus) & Vicki Gordon (Aus).

Topics include Management Career Development, Artist Career Development, Strategic Planning, Tour planning PLUS a special 1 hour session by Vicki Gordon on marketing your music to the mainstream!

This year’s songwriting masters are Jen Cloher, Steve Parkin & Peter Arthur.

Participants will learn techniques to take songs from good to great; writing for television and radio; common mistakes and pitfalls; overcoming writers block and much more.

So, put simply, if you write songs or manage a band then the FUSE Masterclasses are a not to be missed opportunity!

Fuse Festival runs from 24 - 26 February, in conjunction with the Adelaide Fringe Festival. This annual music festival and business conference combines two nights of the best new Australian music with two days of informative interviews, talks, masterclasses and seminars from the industry’s leading professionals.

For more information visit www.fusefestival.com.