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Change the Law to Fix Music Streaming

Next year’s AI Bill is a chance to fix copyright law so musicians get a fair deal. Help us urge MPs to act now and change the law to make streaming work for everyone.

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Bring Busking Back to Birmingham City Centre

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New Cinema Ticket Discount for MU Members

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New Adaptive Instruments Guide Supports Disabled Musicians Across the UK

The free, groundbreaking resource helps disabled musicians discover accessible equipment and funding options to support their practice.

Published: 07 November 2025

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MU Orchestra Section Reaches 5,000 Members

The MU is delighted to share that our Orchestra Section now includes over 5,000 members, a powerful reflection of the dedication and collective effort of our members, stewards and representatives across the UK.

Published: 07 November 2025

Northern Ballet: Update for Members

An update regarding information circulating online about the BBC Concert Orchestra and Northern Ballet.

Published: 07 November 2025

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University of Nottingham to Suspend Music Courses

A consultation to close music at Nottingham is the latest in a string of proposed university music closures.

Published: 06 November 2025

Curriculum and Assessment Review: Final Report Published

The Review has made several positive recommendations relating to music, which the Government has broadly supported.

Published: 06 November 2025

MU General Secretary Meets Culture Secretary to Discuss Arts Funding and AI

Naomi Pohl discussed the challenges facing musicians, including the impact of AI, funding shortfalls, and industry standards.

Published: 06 November 2025

Take Part in Young Workers’ Month this November

Celebrate the impact of young members and build trade union representation where you are this TUC Young Workers’ Month.

Published: 06 November 2025

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10 Nov 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.

Online Member only

Last chance to book

12 Nov 2025

New Member? How to Get the Most out of Your MU Membership

New North of England members are invited to our online event where we explore how to make the most out of your membership.

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13 Nov 2025

Music Cafe: Local Networking in Corsham

Local musicians, songwriters and composers gather in Corsham for a beverage to chat and network about all things musical.

Three Brewers Pub, Corsham

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13 Nov 2025

Pensions for Creatives

An online workshop covering everything creative freelancers need to know about pensions and retirement. Available for members in Wales.

Online

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14 Nov 2025

Feldenkrais: Move Better, Feel Better, Perform Better

Free up your playing and singing using the Feldenkrais method, a sensory-motor learning system which looks at our mind and body holistically.

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17 Nov 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.

Online Member only

Upcoming

17 Nov 2025

Make Music Your Business: Get Release Ready with PRS for Music and the Musicians’ Union

In this session, the Musicians’ Union and PRS for Music will guide you through the key steps to releasing and managing your music successfully and unlock the full potential of your creative works.

Bradford

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This is not a hobby - it's our profession

No-one should feel guilty about turning down unpaid “opportunities". Have you been asked to work for no fee?

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Change the Law to Fix Music Streaming

Bring Busking Back to Birmingham City Centre

New Cinema Ticket Discount for MU Members

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