Investigation of the value chain for creative products : a phenomenological study of the perceptions of music intermediaries

During the past decade, innovative digital technology and Internet marketplaces have created a variety of 'phenomena' of businesses, media and institutions considered to be important interaction channels in the music industry, along with an influx of Peer-to-Peer services such as Napster, and Kazaa shifting the business models of major music labels and distributors. Considering the Australian Music Association reported an annual retail turnover of approximately $300 million in 1992 and later in 1999, an increase in figures reported at $396.8 million with the inclusion of music DVD sales, the notion of value-adding to a music product emerges as a profitable venture at each length of the music industry's value chain. In spite of this, Australian studies have often overlooked the underlying perceptions, fears and ideas of those working within the value chain, especially regarding the impact of new technology on their roles. This paper identifies the perceptions of various intermediaries within the Australian Music Industry, identifying common themes and viewpoints amongst the study's participants. Consequently, the paper concluded that the perception of value in the music industry is somewhat influenced by a variety of factors, including music knowledge, communication and dependence on intermediaries to name a few. Common themes were revealed throughout the study include the perception of competitive advantage, new opportunities from new technology and the notion of defining a gimmick versus Value-Adding emerged as indicative of adding value from the study participants.

Music education research in Australia - 2007

Summarises current music research in Australia such as the establishment of the Bibliography of Australian Music Education Research (BAMER) database, conferences held by the Australian Society for Music Education, and recently completed post-graduate research studies in music education (includes some abstracts).

Music education research in Australia - 2006

This article summaries some research on music education in Australia. During 2006, the Bibliography of Australian Music Education Research (BAMER) database has undergone a major revision with the addition of several newly-located research studies and the updating of existing inaccurate or incomplete entries. The 27th World Conference of the International Society for Music Education (ISME) was held at the Kuala Lumpur Conference Centre in Malaysia from 16 to 21 July and was attended by several Australian delegates. Forthcoming conferences are listed.

Longitudinal research designs in Music Therapy: Recommendations from a study of people with dementia.

Longitudinal research studies in music therapy are not frequently reported within the music therapy literature despite the need for these within the discipline. This article aims to encourage music therapists to undertake longitudinal research, by providing information on aspects of this type of research design. The authors discuss some advantages of longitudinal research approaches, and present the challenges expected to be faced by those conducting longitudinal research studies. Reflections on the authors' experiences in investigating long term effects of music therapy on people with dementia are described, along with recommendations as to how future researchers might address or accommodate some of these challenges

The making and placing of The Escalators

The band The Escalators together with the music uniquely composed for it and a subsequent CD and DVDs was the work that emerged from my period of research. The areas of interest that were investigated were sampling, minimalism, stasis, the work of David Lynch, as well as a desire to produce new and innovative music. The above concepts defined the bands composition and makeup. While each may be regarded as a discreet concept with its own boundaries in my work they seamlessly intermingle resulting in that which is unique to The Escalators sound. The research methodology used for this work was practice led research.

Black ribbons (Autumn mix)

7' vinyl single and digital download

Product 45

Contribution to a curated book of Australian 45rpm single covers. This contribution is a discussion about the possibilities afforded by available technologies in the late 70s in the production of music-related artwork: record covers, posters, handbills etc.

Important Occasion

Musical composition composed by me entitled Important Occasion. One of eight compositions in this book: Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB) publication - Clarinet Series 3 Grade 1

Liquorice Stick

Published musical work composed by me entitled Liquorice Stick - one of eight compositions in this book: Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB) publication - Clarinet Series 3 Grade 2

Strange Goings On

Musical work composed by me entitled Strange Goings On. One of eleven compositions in this book: Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB) publication - Clarinet Series 3 Grade 3

Foofaraw

Published musical work composed by me entitled Foofaraw - one of 12 pieces in this publication (11 composed by other composers): Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB) publication - Clarinet Series 3 Grade 4

2 Cool 4 Skool

Musical work composed by me entitled 2 Cool 4 Skool. One of twelve compositions in this book - the other eleven composed by other composers: Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB) publication - Alto Saxophone Series 2 Grade 4

2 Cool 4 Skool

Musical work composed by me entitled 2 Cool 4 Skool. One of twelve compositions in this book - the other eleven composed by other composers: Australian Music Examinations Board (AMEB) publication - Tenor Saxophone Series 2 Grade 4