ADVERTISEMENT: Singers wanted

Iron and Clay is a full time Christian vocal band that travels across Australia, performing and conducting workshops in schools, both state and Christian, churches, festivals, community events etc with a strong focus for schools and youth. Currently we are urgently seeking singers, especially female. If you have a heart for ministry, a desire to serve and a love of music or know of anyone, then we would like to hear from you today.

MEMBER NEWS: Levi among Top-Ten in Musicoz Awards

Small House Records recently let us know that Levi McGrath has been named a Top-10 Finalist in the National Musicoz Awards. Levi's reaction was very humble: 'Wow! What an honour! Considering who I was up against in the Christian/Spiritual category, this is amazing!'

MEMBER NEWS: Jade's nominations just keep coming

After third place success in the Spiritual category at the Australian Songwriters Association Awards in September, South Australian Jade Ambroze has again had a song recognised. Her song 'More' from the album Meant to Fly has been selected as a finalist (top 5) in the Contemporary Christian Song category at the Independent Music Awards, run by the Musician's Atlas and based out of the USA.

DEVOTIONAL: Musicians Prayer Network: "Point, Please?"

For this month's Musicians Prayer Network devotional, we have a guest contributor, Josh Jackson, from Nashville TN. Josh is a long time friend of Geoff's. 'I hope you find it inspiring, encouraging and challenging,' says Geoff.

TRAINING: MMAD 351 Camp 2009

The MMAD 351 Camp, has much to offer. 351 (three days, five elements, one shot) allows you to acknowledge your strengths, sharpen your skills and to put plan to your unique talent. The extremely positive & inspirational environment created by the 351 crew aims to empowers you with the confidence and tools necessary to discover your talent and dreams to your full capacity. Boasting intensive, interactive and highly entertaining workshops and activities, 351 is an opportunity to get away and get good at being you!

INDUSTRY: APRA changes royalty payment system

The Australasian Performing Rights Association (APRA) will cease making royalty payments by cheque from 1 January 2009, moving to direct bank payments to streamline the process for writers and reduce costs. Visit http://www.apra-amcos.com.au to download the Direct Payment Form.