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Driving in the EU: Number Plate Legislation Change

It has come to our attention that from Tuesday 28 September, cars displaying a GB sticker or number plate sign will need to either cover it up or remove it.

Published: 24 September 2021

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UK Government Reinstates Quarantine Exemption in England for Performing Artists

As of Wednesday 22 September 2021, performing artists returning to England from work abroad can benefit from a quarantine exemption.

Published: 24 September 2021

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New Recovery Fund Opens in Northern Ireland to Support Individuals Working in the Arts and Creative Sectors

The Arts Council of Northern Ireland (ACNI) and the Department for Communities (DfC), have today (Wednesday 15 September) opened a new recovery funding programme, co-designed to support individuals in the Arts and Creative sectors retain valuable skills.

Published: 23 September 2021

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Feldenkrais Method for Musicians – Why do it?

You are your primary Instrument, whether that’s a Strad or a factory violin is up to how you use what you have! Find out how the Feldenkrais Method could help.

Published: 23 September 2021

Applications Open For The MMF’s Accelerator Programme For Music Managers 2022

The Music Managers Forum (MMF) and YouTube Music are delighted to announce the return for a fourth year of the Accelerator Programme for Music Managers.

Published: 23 September 2021

Lobbying Update: Government Must Invest in Musicians This Autumn

Help us make the case to the Government to use the money that is left in the Cultural Recovery Fund to provide bridging loans and other investment for musicians, by answering three short questions.

Published: 23 September 2021

The MU and The Ivors Academy Welcome Important Research on Creators' Earnings Published by The IPO

The Intellectual Property Office (IPO) have published research on “Creators’ Earnings in the Digital Age”, in a timely move, given current industry debates and our campaign to defend media composers' royalties.

Published: 23 September 2021

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15 Sep 2021

Roundtable Discussion for Shielding Artists

A roundtable for individuals who are unable to return to work at venues, studios and other creative spaces, due to continued Covid-19 risk.

Online

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28 Sep 2021

How to be Release Ready: The Fundamentals of Releasing Your Own Music

If you are planning to release your own music then it’s vital you understand some fundamentals about the way the music industry works and how your music can generate revenue. This event for North of England MU and PRS for Music members will cover everything from royalties to copyright and much more.

North of England, Online

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28 Sep 2021

The MU in Conversation with Ann Harrison: Law & Music

The MU is pleased to announce that Ann Harrison will be joining us for an online event to talk to London members about the law and the deals that shape the modern music industry.

Online

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30 Sep 2021

Virtual MU One-to-one Advice Session

One-to-one expert advice for members in North East England on all aspects of your music career including contracts, copyright, employment advice, legal advice and much more.

Online, North East England

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01 Oct 2021

Feldenkrais

Learn how to re-set a stressed body using the Feldenkrais method in these free, weekly Feldenkrais Method sessions.

Online

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01 Oct 2021

Feldenkrais for Musicians: An Online 10-Week Course

Learn to use the Feldenkrais Method to explore your physical self in relation to your music making – helping you play with more ease and improving your ability as a musician.

Online

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01 Oct 2021

Guided Meditation

Guided meditation sessions tailored specifically for musicians, based on Ascension meditation techniques.

Online Member only

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Zigfrid Von Underbelly

Underbelly aims to offer original live acts to perform in the heart of Shoreditch / Hoxton in a 220 capacity sized venue 7 nights a week.

Shoreditch LB Hackney

Village Underground

We are a medium-sized venue in Shoreditch, we pride ourselves on programming artists from around the world and across different genres.

LB Hackney

Unity Works

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Wakefield

Troubadour

The Troubadour is an historic, intimate venue offering emerging musicians a chance to showcase their burgeoning talent since opening in 1954.

Kensington and Chelsea The Royal Borough of Kensington and Chelsea

Trades Club

The Trades Club is a 200 capacity music venue in the town of Hebden Bridge, West Yorkshire.

Hebden Bridge

Tower of Song

The Tower of Song features music to suit all tastes and each night of the week has a different theme.

Birmingham

Toulouse Lautrec

Venue consists of two music rooms. Small to medium sized. Piano bar for jazz soloists and duos to provide subtle music for all types of guests.

Kennington

Thekla

Medium city centre venue that was once a cargo ship. Originally opened in 1982 as an entertainment venue, it was also the canvas for an early Banksy.

Bristol

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Driving in the EU: Number Plate Legislation Change

UK Government Reinstates Quarantine Exemption in England for Performing Artists

New Recovery Fund Opens in Northern Ireland to Support Individuals Working in the Arts and Creative Sectors

Feldenkrais Method for Musicians – Why do it?

Applications Open For The MMF’s Accelerator Programme For Music Managers 2022

Lobbying Update: Government Must Invest in Musicians This Autumn

The MU and The Ivors Academy Welcome Important Research on Creators' Earnings Published by The IPO

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Upcoming events

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Roundtable Discussion for Shielding Artists

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How to be Release Ready: The Fundamentals of Releasing Your Own Music

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The MU in Conversation with Ann Harrison: Law & Music

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Virtual MU One-to-one Advice Session

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Feldenkrais

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Feldenkrais for Musicians: An Online 10-Week Course

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Guided Meditation

We can fix streaming

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Zigfrid Von Underbelly

Village Underground

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Troubadour

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