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Introducing The Members' Assembly

Modelled on citizens’ assemblies, MU Members’ Assembly brings together 27 members from across the union for in-depth discussions on the big issues affecting you.

Introducing The Members' Assembly
Introducing The Members' Assembly

Members' voice

There are lots of ways to get involved in the union. Hear from members at the forefront of creating change in the music industry and music community.

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David Rimbault: What Inclusive Orchestras Could Be - And Why We Must Get There

Ahead of our October drop-in sessions for members interested in exploring the 10-Point Plan for inclusive recruitment in orchestras, RLPO violinist and MU steward David Rimbault shares his personal reflections on why the sector must act now to remain relevant to both musicians and audiences alike.

Published: 30 September 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

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Ankna Arockiam for Women’s History Month: “Women’s Voices are Crucial in Shaping the Future of our Industry”

In our fourth and final blog for Women's History Month 2025, vocalist Ankna Arockiam explores the challenges women in the music industry face, her work around higher education and activism, and how joining the MU opens up opportunities for a more inclusive industry.

Published: 26 March 2025

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Katrina Lee for Women’s History Month: "Be a Part of the Growing Community of Active Thinkers and Do-ers"

In our second blog for Women’s History Month 2025, Violinist and MU member Katrina Lee explores her journey as musician in relation to activism and social change, and discusses how her new album celebrates female composers and the violin in its virtuosity as a solo instrument.

Published: 12 March 2025

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Jermain Jackman

Joining the MU has been one of the best things I’ve done! They’ve supported and endorsed me in my campaign to be elected onto the National Executive Committee of the Labour Party.

Jermain JackmanSinger and political activist
Holly Carter

When I think of a union, I think of people power, it’s about coming together and supporting each other.

Holly CarterPedal steel guitar player
Amanda Dal

The MU Conference has made me feel like I want to become more active because I can make a difference. You have to be the change you want to see. It’s our business. We need to shape it.

Amanda DalMulti-genre drummer

To know that there is a political voice standing up for the views and needs of musicians in such tumultuous times is not only reassuring but critical for the survival of our industry.

Jack RennieGuitarist, singer and music teacher

Now more than ever, musicians need their union. We’re always working hard to improve pay and conditions for employed and freelance members, and make the music industry a fairer, more inclusive place. We are behind every musician, whatever their background, wherever they are based, and however they make music.

GS Naomi Pohl - Welcome
Naomi PohlMU General Secretary