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Oscar York

I realised the MU would help me achieve my ambitions faster and better by providing connections, legal support, and access to insurance for my instrument.

Oscar YorkDrummer and a music scholar
Annette Walker

There are times when my tap work is more musician-based than dance, and I hope to be able to pave the way for others to recognise the relationship of tap dance as a percussive instrument within a band.

Annette WalkerMultidisciplinary performer
Amanda Dal

A lot of the time when you play gigs you get dodgy deals, or they don’t want to pay you and it’s great to know that’s not right.

Amanda DalMulti-genre drummer

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Exciting East London Addition to Fair Play Venue Scheme

The MU are excited to welcome Signature Brew Haggerston to our Fair Play Venue scheme, which invites independent music venues to declare their support for the fair treatment of musicians and their opposition to pay-to-play and unfair ticketing deals.

Published: 15 November 2023

Read more about Exciting East London Addition to Fair Play Venue Scheme
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Funding Round Opens for Music Export Growth Scheme

Round 22 of funding for small to medium sized music companies looking to build the profile of their artists overseas will close on 4 December 2023. The Music Export Growth Scheme will also be running an explanatory webinar on 27 November.

Published: 15 November 2023

Read more about Funding Round Opens for Music Export Growth Scheme
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