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LGBT+ musicians may face particular issues because of their sexuality or gender. Homophobia, biphobia and transphobia, being asked to conceal their sexuality or gender, difficultly touring in countries that are hostile to or that criminalise LGBT+ people and lack of representation are issues that LGBT+ musicians may face.

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Screened auditions

A method to promote fairer opportunities for musicians from all backgrounds to earn a position in an orchestra.

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LGBT+ news & features

Explore the updates for LGBT+ music artists.

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Coaching and Mentoring for Creatives Course Opens for New Round

This CULT Cymru scheme means MU members working in Wales can access free and extensive training on coaching and mentoring practices, through this Institute of Leadership and Management endorsed coaching and mentoring programme.

Published: 24 May 2022

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Free Events for Mental Health Month With Young Classical Artists Trust

The Young Classical Artists Trust (YCAT) are offering individual coaching, meditation classes and a workshop on managing your mind. This comes alongside a selection of events being produced over April by YCAT in partnership between the MU, Help Musicians, and BAPAM.

Published: 12 April 2022

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Get support as an LGBT musician through MU membership

When you are an MU member you can make an impact on lobbying for an LGBT+ inclusive education, the end of abuses to LGBT+ people internationally, and a fair and equal representation.

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Get support as an LGBT musician through MU membership

Allyship

CN Lester

You don’t need any special skills to support trans colleagues

CN LesterMulti-genre musician, writer, activist
John Shortell

At the MU we lobby on an LGBT+ inclusive music education, the end of abuses to LGBT+ people internationally and a fair and equal representation

John ShortellMU Head of Equalities, Diversity and Inclusion
Patricia Yates

Art without progression and adaptation stagnates and dies

Patricia YatesProfessional Femme Tenor (she/her)
Henry Newbury

With MU membership on my side I’m beyond excited for the future

Henry NewburyPride's Got Talent Music 2019 Winner

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