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MU Celebrates Musicians’ Mental Health Month 2025

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Members Get Discounted Hotel Rooms in Dublin, Edinburgh, Glasgow and London

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MU Reiterates Call for Immediate and Permanent Ceasefire in Gaza

The MU supports TUC’s recent statement on the conflict in Gaza and calls again for an immediate and permanent ceasefire. Members who may have suffered harassment, discrimination or lost work are also reminded to contact their regional office for advice and support.

Published: 15 April 2025

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Member’s Voice: Kayla Painter on the Rewards of Self-Releasing Music

In this blog, MU member, educator, producer, and electronic musician Kayla Painter shares her experience of self-releasing music. Following the success of her album launch last year, she explores the ups and downs of the DIY route, offering invaluable firsthand advice to other members.

Published: 15 April 2025

New Workshops and Forums for Jazz Musicians in the North of England

Jazz North has announced a series of free, online workshops and forums exclusively for artists based in the North of England.

Published: 14 April 2025

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Northern Ballet Management is Now Using Non-Union Contracts

Northern Ballet management continues to use non-union contracts for some performances.

Published: 11 April 2025

WNO Orchestra Members Join Cast and Crew Onstage in Powerful Appeal for Better Funding

In an unprecedented show of solidarity, members of the Welsh National Opera (WNO) orchestra took to the stage on opening night of Peter Grimes on Saturday 5 April, to address the audience about the need for better funding.

Published: 10 April 2025

MU Signs Agreement with West Midlands Combined Authority to Support Creative Workers

TUC Midlands and the West Midlands Combined Authority (WMCA) have come together to sign a partnership deal with creative industries trade unions, securing fair pay and working conditions for creative workers employed through the combined authority.

Published: 10 April 2025

Government Trials Pilot Scheme to Boost London Night-Time Economy

London councils that block pubs, restaurants and music venues from opening later could see their decisions overturned by the mayor of London under new powers from the Government.

Published: 09 April 2025

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21 Apr 2025

Guided Meditation

An extremely efficient and powerful meditation practice, based on Ascension meditation techniques that are tailored to help musicians both in their professional and personal lives.

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22 Apr 2025

Authentic Fan Connections: Smart Digital Strategies for Musicians

Available to MU North of England members, this one-hour webinar will help independent musicians navigate the digital landscape. Learn smart social media strategies, how to build real fan engagement, and effective ways to promote your music online.

Online

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25 Apr 2025

R&B Surgery: One-to-One Recording & Broadcasting Advice Sessions

Online, monthly one-to-one advice sessions on working as a recording musician.

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26 Apr 2025

Free Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), Saltash

This is an opportunity to ensure that your equipment is safe, and that you are able to provide assurances for your insurance, venues and bookers. Available for all MU members based in Wales and South West England.

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26 Apr 2025

WSWE Local Members' Day: Saltash

This free Members' Day in Saltash includes workshop sessions, portable appliance testing (PAT) and one-to-one advice sessions with MU Officials.

Saltash

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28 Apr 2025

Empowering Orchestral Musicians: The WNO Story, a Campaign for Survival

In the first of a new series of online orchestral events, we explore how empowering orchestral musicians in the workplace can effect change, with an opportunity for wider discussion about some of your own workplace challenges, building on the experience of campaigning experts.

Online, Zoom

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28 Apr 2025

RSM Social Networking

Meet colleagues from across the music profession for an informal gathering over Zoom.

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Your opinions on equality and diversity issues are vital to the way the MU shapes its services, policies and campaigns. Sign up to our Member Networks to be better represented as a musician.

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MU Celebrates Musicians’ Mental Health Month 2025

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MU Reiterates Call for Immediate and Permanent Ceasefire in Gaza

Member’s Voice: Kayla Painter on the Rewards of Self-Releasing Music

New Workshops and Forums for Jazz Musicians in the North of England

Northern Ballet Management is Now Using Non-Union Contracts

WNO Orchestra Members Join Cast and Crew Onstage in Powerful Appeal for Better Funding

MU Signs Agreement with West Midlands Combined Authority to Support Creative Workers

Government Trials Pilot Scheme to Boost London Night-Time Economy

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WSWE Local Members' Day: Saltash

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Empowering Orchestral Musicians: The WNO Story, a Campaign for Survival

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#FixStreaming

MU Celebrates Musicians’ Mental Health Month 2025

Members Get Discounted Hotel Rooms in Dublin, Edinburgh, Glasgow and London

Members also viewed

News and features

MU Reiterates Call for Immediate and Permanent Ceasefire in Gaza

Member’s Voice: Kayla Painter on the Rewards of Self-Releasing Music

New Workshops and Forums for Jazz Musicians in the North of England

Northern Ballet Management is Now Using Non-Union Contracts

WNO Orchestra Members Join Cast and Crew Onstage in Powerful Appeal for Better Funding

MU Signs Agreement with West Midlands Combined Authority to Support Creative Workers

Government Trials Pilot Scheme to Boost London Night-Time Economy

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Guided Meditation

Last chance to book

Authentic Fan Connections: Smart Digital Strategies for Musicians

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R&B Surgery: One-to-One Recording & Broadcasting Advice Sessions

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Free Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), Saltash

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WSWE Local Members' Day: Saltash

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Empowering Orchestral Musicians: The WNO Story, a Campaign for Survival

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