skip to main content

Cookies on Musicians' Union

We use technologies, such as cookies, to customise content and advertising, to provide social media features and to analyse traffic to the site. We also share information about your use of our site with our chosen social media, advertising and analytics partners. Read our cookie policy for more information.
View cookies
Search

We Are Behind Every Musician

We are a community of over 35,000 musicians working to protect our members' rights and campaign for a fairer music industry.

Explore membership benefits Join the MU
We Are Behind Every Musician

Popular links

News and features

Three hands each holding a jigsaw piece which connects.

MU Welcomes News That Creative Scotland Funds Are to Be Reinstated

Following confirmation yesterday from Scotland’s First Minister, Creative Scotland has now received the resources needed to reopen the Open Fund for Individuals, YMI Access to Music Making and YMI Strengthening Youth Music Fund.

Published: 05 September 2024

Read more about MU Welcomes News That Creative Scotland Funds Are to Be Reinstated

Grants Programme Opens for Freelance Creatives in the West Midlands

The MU has been working with the West Midlands Combined Authority on their Activate programme, which offers grants to freelance creative sector workers to improve their practice. Applicants are also advised to attend the briefing webinar on 30 August before applications open.

Published: 28 August 2024

Read more about Grants Programme Opens for Freelance Creatives in the West Midlands
Read all news

Upcoming events

Last chance to book

A tiny guitar amp sits on sand with the sun setting behind it.
12 Aug 2024

Free Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Birmingham

This is an opportunity to ensure that your equipment is safe and you are able to provide assurances for your insurance, venues and bookers. Available for all MU Midlands members.

Birmingham Member only
Read more about Free Portable Appliance Testing (PAT) Birmingham

Last chance to book

stacked rocks on the shore against blue sky
09 Sep 2024

Guided Meditation

An extremely efficient and powerful meditation practice, based on Ascension meditation techniques.

Online Member only
Read more about Guided Meditation

Last chance to book

Last chance to book

Last chance to book

Last chance to book

13 Sep 2024

Networking with Confidence

A free skill-building workshop exploring practical ways to reduce anxiety around networking events. Led by theatre maker Ross Mackay, and psychologist and hypnotherapist Alan Freeburn.

Glasgow
Read more about Networking with Confidence

Upcoming

16 Sep 2024

Guided Meditation

An extremely efficient and powerful meditation practice, based on Ascension meditation techniques.

Online Member only
Read more about Guided Meditation
Browse all events
Make your voice heard

Help make the music industry a better place for every musician

At the MU we stand for equal opportunities and inclusion for musicians, and aim for the industry to be more diverse and representative.

Get involved with ED&I issues
young woman looking up against red spotlight

Find musicians

Search for musicians and music teachers in the UK.

Browse
#ProtectFreelancersToo

End sexual harassment at work

Government committed to introducing a mandatory duty on employers to prevent sexual harassment at work. Now we need action to protect all freelancers too.

Sign the petition See all Campaigns
End sexual harassment at work