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Jermain Jackman

Joining the MU has been one of the best things I’ve done! The access to opportunities for employment, training, development is invaluable.

Jermain JackmanSinger and political activist
Millicent Stephenson

Attending the informative and free development courses have kept me sharp and up to date, while also helping me to network with people across the artistic spectrum.

Millicent StephensonMulti award winning saxophonist

Through taking part in online webinars I have been able to meet other professionals and manage my jobs and finances more effectively.

Penny ChurchillSongwriter, engineer and producer
Kate Thomas

After attending a workshop that you had on sync I got back in touch with the guys from Music Gateway, who ended up taking me to the Midem music conference in Cannes.

Kate ThomasSinger-songwriter
Sophie Kilburn

The MU's professional and concise advice helped me to take control over my own career and not get overwhelmed.

Sophie KilburnSinger-songwriter

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01 Feb 2025

Free Portable Appliance Testing (PAT), Yeovil

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 members based in South West England.

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A free Members' Day in Yeovil for workshop sessions, portable appliance testing and 1:1 advice sessions with officials.

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Exploring Your Self-Image Through Feldenkrais

'Self-image in movement' is the theme for January's MU Feldenkrais sessions, which are free and run exclusively for members. In this blog, professional musician and Feldenkrais teacher, Emma Alter, reflects on how the simple act of body scanning can help improve your self-image.

Published: 15 January 2025

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Silencing the Inner Critic: How Self-Talk and Feldenkrais Can Help Tame Performance Anxiety

Anxiety is November's theme for the new term of MU Feldenkrais sessions, which are free and run exclusively for members. In this blog, professional musician and Feldenkrais teacher, Emma Alter, reflects on how she manages negative self-talk and why her practice helps foster self-compassion.

Published: 22 October 2024

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A Personal Journey Through Hip-Hop: From Cyphers to Social Impact

Xidus Pain is a renowned rap artist and influential music educator. In this personal blog to celebrate Black History Month 2024, he discusses what the genre means to him and how it has shaped both his own personal journey and musical career.

Published: 01 October 2024

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