Townsville Folk Festival

Folk Festival Rising Stars Band Academy

An opportunity for young musicians

The Folk Fest Rising Stars Band Academy is an exciting new initiative at the Townsville Folk Festival, designed to mentor and showcase emerging young musicians. In collaboration with King Konz School of Music, this eight-week program provides talented solo artists or groups with expert mentoring, hands-on experience, and performance opportunities.

Applications Now Open

Key Highlights

Weekly Mentoring Sessions (April 5 to May 24) covering stagecraft, performance techniques, and sound management
A showcase performance on June 7 at the Townsville Folk Festival's Jam Tin Stage
The Rising Stars People's Choice Award, where festival-goers vote for their favourite act. The winner will perform again on June 8
Funded by a Regional Arts Development Fund Grant from the Townsville City Council.

This program provides invaluable industry experience, confidence-building opportunities, and networking connections for aspiring young artists.

For More Information Contact

For More Information Contact

Madonna Davies
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