About the opportunity: 

Council is delighted to announce the selected artists for the 2024 Cardinia Shire Music Residencies Program. 

The 2024 Cardinia Shire Music Residencies program aims to support emerging musicians by providing vital industry knowledge and experience to advance their individual careers.  

Through a tailored program delivered by Cardinia Arts and local industry whiz, Daniel Kelaart, each musician recorded a new song in Dan’s studio and took part in a series of professional development activities.

The selected artists were chosen from a collection of diverse applicants, representing a variety of genres and high-quality musicianship. 

The three successful applicants for the program this year are Jon Colins, Miranda Eno and Sage Kelly. 

Jon Collins: Jon has been a musician for 21 years and is a guitarist and vocalist commonly performing at events and weddings. He is known around the community for advocating for arts locally. Find Jon on Instagram here. 

Miranda Eno: Miranda is known for performing with her guitar on open mic stages around Melbourne with sounds in pop/rock/rnb. She is currently working on her first EP. Find Miranda on Instagram here. 

Sage Kelly: Sage’s passion is playing her ukulele with an indie-pop vibe. She is currently studying music and wants to take her talents further through the residency program. Find Sage on Instagram here. 

Further information:  

To discuss the 2025 program, please contact the Arts team at arts@cardinia.vic.gov.au or phone 1300 787 624. 

Image: A photo of Sage Kelly with her ukulele, Jon Collins with his guitar, and Miranda Eno with her guitar on stage at Cardinia Cultural Centre.