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We’re Calling on the ABRSM to Diversify Their Syllabi

We've sent a letter on behalf of over 70 organisations, musicians, music teachers and academics to ABRSM, demanding they take meaningful and measurable action to diversify their syllabi.

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Promote Your Work Through the MU Member Directory

Members can now share their professional profiles with the general public. If you want to use our member directory to promote your work, choose to make your profile available to the public.

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Silence is Not an Option: UK Music Industry Unites Against Racism and Intolerance

We’ve signed an open letter urging the music industry to speak out and eradicate racism, along with over 700 artists, managers, producers and companies.

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Prime Minister Announces Delay to Return of Indoor Live Music

The Prime Minister has announced that the easing of coronavirus restrictions in England will be delayed due to a rise in Covid-19 cases.

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Tom Watson on the Industry’s Darkest Hour and His Hopes for the Future

Neil Churchman interviews the new Chair of UK Music, and former deputy Labour leader, Tom Watson – discussing his experience of taking the helm at a moment of existential threat for the music industry.

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