Yamaha Music Australia is looking to help Australia’s children start the new school year on a positive note with the launch of its second Great Start Grant – a nationwide initiative that will see one school awarded a $50,000 music grant, plus an exclusive performance from Dami Im, Australia’s X-Factor winner and most successful Eurovision entrant. For all the details and how schools can apply READ MORE

With the potential to help foster creativity and build social connections, Yamaha is searching for Australian schools in need of a helping hand to get their Music Performance Program off the ground. All they have to do is explain why they deserve it the most!

The $50,000 Great Start Grant includes:

• $45,000 worth of Yamaha instruments — equivalent to 42 brand new Yamaha instruments/equipment
• 1 day of training from Peter Wardrobe —Yamaha’s Education Specialist
• A launch concert at the winning school from Dami Im
• PLUS: Consolation prizes worth $2,000 in value shared between another two schools

Schools wishing to apply must complete the online application by March 16th. For full details please visit http://greatstart.yamahabackstage.com.au/ApplyNow