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Discounted Gym Membership Now Part of MU Benefits

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2026 Dates Announced for Wales and South West England MU Members’ Day Events

Members in Wales and South West England will be able to attend local and regional Members’ Day events throughout 2026. While more information will be released in the new year, here are some key dates to help you plan ahead.

Published: 16 September 2025

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MU Launches Survey to Tackle Anti-Jewish Racism in Music

The confidential survey aims to better support Jewish musicians and ensure safe, inclusive workplaces for everyone.

Published: 15 September 2025

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Democracy in Action: Rule Changes and Carried Motions from MU Delegate Conference 2025

At our recent Delegate Conference, held in Liverpool on 22–23 July, ten changes to the MU Rules were agreed, and 23 member-submitted motions were carried. Find out more below and view the full details online.

Published: 10 September 2025

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MU Motions on AI and EU Touring Pass at Trade Union Congress 2025

This week, the MU attended the annual TUC Congress, where our motions on key issues including AI, copyright reform and post-Brexit EU touring all passed unanimously.

Published: 10 September 2025

MU Members Invited to Vote for New Labour Party Deputy Leader

The Labour Party will be holding an election for Deputy Leader in October 2025. Find out if you’re eligible to vote and when you can expect to receive your ballot.

Published: 10 September 2025

MU Sponsors Black Welsh Music Awards 2025

The MU is proud to sponsor the 2025 Black Welsh Music Awards (BWMA), which will take place on Saturday 4 October at the Royal Welsh College of Music and Drama (RWCMD) in Cardiff.

Published: 03 September 2025

MU, BLiM and ABO Launch Year Two of Inclusive Recruitment Plan for UK Orchestras and Choirs

The MU has partnered with BLiM and ABO to launch the second year of the Hiring and Recruitment 10 Point Action Plan. The plan aims to drive change for more inclusive recruitment across the UK’s professional orchestral and choral sectors.

Published: 01 September 2025

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18 Sep 2025

North of England AGM 2025

Regional AGMs are your opportunity to make things happen.

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18 Sep 2025

Songwriting Inspiration Webinar

A 1-hour online songwriting inspiration session hosted by vocalist and songwriter and Tracey Kelly. Available for Scotland & Northern Ireland members.

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19 Sep 2025

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

Online one-to-one advice sessions on working as a recording musician, taking place every 6 weeks.

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19 Sep 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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20 Sep 2025

Wales and South West England Members’ Day and AGM 2025

A free day of workshops, networking with other members, and your opportunity to make things happen.

Bristol and online

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22 Sep 2025

East and South East England AGM 2025

Regional AGMs are your opportunity to make things happen.

London and online

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22 Sep 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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Democracy in Action: Rule Changes and Carried Motions from MU Delegate Conference 2025

MU Motions on AI and EU Touring Pass at Trade Union Congress 2025

MU Members Invited to Vote for New Labour Party Deputy Leader

MU Sponsors Black Welsh Music Awards 2025

MU, BLiM and ABO Launch Year Two of Inclusive Recruitment Plan for UK Orchestras and Choirs

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Democracy in Action: Rule Changes and Carried Motions from MU Delegate Conference 2025

MU Motions on AI and EU Touring Pass at Trade Union Congress 2025

MU Members Invited to Vote for New Labour Party Deputy Leader

MU Sponsors Black Welsh Music Awards 2025

MU, BLiM and ABO Launch Year Two of Inclusive Recruitment Plan for UK Orchestras and Choirs

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North of England AGM 2025

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Songwriting Inspiration Webinar

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

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Feldenkrais: Move Better, Feel Better, Perform Better

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Wales and South West England Members’ Day and AGM 2025

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East and South East England AGM 2025

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