Future AV - Music, Arts and Community Networking

Future AV is a music, arts, and community networking experience made possible by the ACT Government’s City Renewal Authority. This free event features music, fire and roving performances, workshops, panels, an art gallery and projection mapping.

Guests of all ages can enjoy hands-on DJing and music production workshops offered by Ableton, Roland and Better Music. They will also have access to a carefully curated panel program featuring acknowledged industry professionals sharing their wisdom with the audience. These activities are offered in collaboration with MusicACT, as part of its professional development opportunities.

Following the educational part of the event, Future AV will proudly host its music line-up, composed of Canberra’s next-generation artists playing a diverse range of sonic art forms. A unique projection mapping setup, a gallery showing historical poster art from a range of local promoters, a display of roving and fire performers will complete this celebration of our city’s unique creative potential.

City Centre nightclub One22 will host the official post-event program, featuring more talented artists on its internationally acclaimed dance floor.

Come join us for this wonderful collective experience!

MusicACT is proud to host the following workshops and panels at Future AV. They include:

WORKSHOPS

Ableton's Live 12 session, 10:00 am to 10:40 am

Discover all the new features and updates in Live 12

Ableton Brand Manager Tom Cameron will showcase the new Ableton Live 12 software update, taking guests through easy workflows and sharing tips on generating musical ideas in Ableton Live alongside Ableton's hardware instrument, Push. Whether you want an intro to electronic music production or to update yourself on Ableton’s newest tools, this workshop suits beginners and experts.

Roland's Synth and Production Workshop, 10:40 am to 11:20 am

Explore iconic synths and innovative production techniques.

Roland Product Manager Mark Watson will take guests through Roland’s new and classic synthesisers and drum machines, focusing on music production and synthesis. Mark will show new starters how to get into electronic music creation, and give pro tips to seasoned musicians. 

Better Music's DJ Lessons, 11:20 am to 12:00 pm

Get into DJing and learn about the best gear.

Better Music will showcase some of its Pioneer & Roland's DJ equipment in the laneway. Receive free DJ intro workshops and get a glimpse into how DJs take a crowd on an amazing journey.

PANELS

The Artist Journey: Doing It All, 12:00 pm to 1:00 pm

Gain valuable insights into the behind-the-scenes journey of professional DJing and producing.  Learn how one person can navigate the multifaceted skills of artist, promoter, strategist, graphic designer, accountant, media manager. 

Moderator: Brittany de Marco

Guests: Peter O'Rourke (Late Night Music), Banker (Hot Foot Records), Sweethard (Cyberia)

Promoter's Path: From Club Nights to Festivals, 1:00 pm to 2:00 pm

Discover the path of electronic music promoters as they progress from organising small club parties to multi-day festivals.

Moderator: Dayna Santana (Wierd Women)

Guests: Paul Abad (Earth Frequency Festival), Max Stettner (Dragon Dreaming Festival), Hannah Scott and Chloe Corben (Wierd Women)

Canberra's Electronic Music Journey: Past, Present and Future, 2:00 pm to 3:30 pm

Explore Canberra's electronic music scene from its early days to its current state and beyond in a panel discussion that spans generations.

Moderator: Dave Caffery (Dionysus, Escape Ferocity)

Guests: Jem Natividad, Wednesday Moon, Mitchell Lamb, Genie Stuart, Freya May, Turning Tables