AICM student Daniel Sacqualini plays drums for heavy metal band ‘Elegist’. With plenty of gigs lined up to promote their new single ‘Endeavour’ and more recordings on the way, the band is gearing up for a massive year in 2012.   Performing live at SFX night club on March 31, opening for ‘A Plea For Purging’ Australian tour on April 6 and performing at the ‘Sink or Swim Festival’ are just a few of the up and coming gigs keeping the boys from Elegist very busy.    Along with the live performances, Elegist are also currently in the studio recording…

Congratulations Leon! Here is the full Press Release. DECLASSIFIED Classics Re-ImaginedA new release on ABC Music It’s called ‘classical music’ for an obvious reason.Classics never die. They can however, be re-imagined. DECLASSIFIED, a new album produced and arranged by seasoned Australianprofessional musicians Tom Ferris and Leon Gaer, welds the timeless art oftwelve classic compositions with contemporary music genres featuringcontemporary instruments. The resulting synthesis is explosive: undeniablyoriginal, yet retaining the integrity and aesthetic appeal of the original. With total reverence for the original twelve compositions *, Ferris and Gaer **spent over a year in pre-production researching the original scores andbiographies of…

Staff News AICM is excited to welcome a bunch of new and returning teachers this semester: Leon Gaer, Adrian Barr, Avigail Herman, Daniel Portelli and Jamie Castrisos. LEON GAER Born in 1954 and raised in Los Angeles, Leon moved to Sydney in 1987. He has been a full time professional musician since 1973 and as a bass player, has played on over 1,500 recording sessions in Los Angeles, New York and Sydney for CDs and television. He has also performed in concert with many artists worldwide such as Barry White, Tommy Emmanuel, Hugh Jackman and Keith Urban to name a…

Campus News The ever-expanding AICM library now has an additional lot of books recently added to its collection, thanks to its generous donators, Dr Rex Hobcroft and Ralph Collins’ family. The primary library located on the first level (F1) has increased to include Rex Hobcroft’s piano reference books and assorted pian o sheet music collection. The secondary library located in Building B (P1) has been newly created to house books sent over from Ralph Collins’ own personal collection, mostly containing classical music biographies, BBC magazines and CDs. We thank Rex once again for his much appreciated contribution and on-going support,…

Campus News AICM has expanded its academic offerings this semester with the introduction of new electives and revival of past favourites. Due to an overwhelming response for the digital media focus area, the Recording elective will be split into 2 classes. The Recording and Production electives will now be taught by Adrian Barr, who is also the technical supervisor for Performance class. The Music Theatre/Drama elective has been established to coincide with the already popular Music Theatre focus area. This subject will be taught by Avigail Herman. Additionally, there is a new Movement elective. The Composition focus area now has…

Events News Plans are well under way for AICM’s 20th anniversary concert, to be held at the end of the year on October 16th at the Seymour Centre in Broadway. This event is in major celebration of AICM’s long-time run as an elite music education school  - going on 20 years! - and will involve a collaborative presentation of speeches and performances amongst current and past teaching staff, students, AICM alumni and special guest appearances from industry professionals. This will be another amazing event to behold, so watch this space for further updates.

Events News This year AICM will be introducing an exciting and innovative brand of on-campus concerts called the Twilight Series with the first instalment to  be held on 3rd May. These concerts will showcase a diverse selection of AICM’s talented students with a focus on networking with specialised industry profession als such as career’s advisors, music teachers, private tutors and lecturers. This event marks a special occasion for our students and staff to hobnob with the leading industry educators in a relaxed, unique setting -  twilight - and to forge alliances and establish long-lasting connections in the music and performing…

Events News Earlier this week AICM welcomed our new students for 2012 with an exciting and motivating orientation day. Students were entertained with performances from some of AICM’s talented returning students, Quynh Chan Nguyen (piano) and Yejin Min (violin) who performed pieces by Beethoven, and the contemporary ensemble group who performed Trouble in Mind. ‘I am so excited to be studying at AICM this year. I can’t wait to immerse myself in my studies and learn from the industry experts AICM employs. It’s going to be a great adventure!’ commented one student. Along with these exceptional performances, new students were…

Events News AICM students are in for a treat next week when renowned bassist, composer and music producer, Leon Gaer gives a masterclass on record production. DATE: Friday 9th March TIME: 12.30 - 2.00pm VENUE: AICM, Rozelle “Leon Gaer is not only an amazing performer but also an amazing teacher and mentor for young players intent on a musical career.  He gives inspiration to students who are fortunate enough to study with him.” – Dr Greg Whateley, AICM Senior Advisor Sharing techniques and ideas on record production, the masterclass will include: PRE-PRODUCTION            Producers Fee Negotiation            Producers Fee Structure (Royalties…

Staff News AICM lecturer Art Phillips appeared on 702AM ABC radio on Sunday 29th January. He was a featured guest on the show ‘Weekends with Simon Marnie’ which airs on Sunday mornings at 10.40am. Art played live music from his Italian CD Chitarre Acustiche d’Italia (Acoustic Guitars of Italy) and spoke with ABC host Simon Marnie about his Italian family heritage, and his passion for Italian music and culture. The program can also be heard on the ABC radio's website following the broadcast date. Visit abc.net.au/sydney/radio, click on Sunday program schedule and 'Weekends with Simon Marnie' where you'll find the…