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Benefits of MU Membership

Whether you are a full-time professional musician, occasional gig player, part-time music teacher, or anything in between, we've got you covered - from health & safety at work to numerous discounts and special offers.

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Benefits of MU Membership

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Insurances and financial help

Be free from insurance worries

Be free from insurance worries

Get protected so you’re covered if the worst should happen whether you work locally or tour abroad

Career development within the community of musicians

Get the recognition you deserve

Get the recognition you deserve

Wherever you are in your career as a musician, you can access expert advice, events and resources to get you going and stay on top of your career

Career advice

Career advice

Develop your career through our specialist advice and training events on specific areas of your work

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Healthcare and wellbeing

We work with professional organisations to deliver the best support for musicians, whether it's a physical injury or your mental health

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Campaigning and lobbying

Be sure your voice is heard

Be sure your voice is heard

Get involved in the MU and help shape the future of music. We lobby the Government and campaign on behalf of our members on important issues, both on a national and local level

Steve Sidwell

It’s so important that we have a body that represents all musicians. We need a voice and people to negotiate on our behalf, especially now.

Steve SidwellRenowned arranger and composer

For me it’s all about strength in numbers. I love being a musician and I love this industry, and it’s easier to represent collective interests than it is to represent individual interests.

Adam GoldsmithAce session guitarist
Maxine Kwok-Adams

As an orchestral musician you know that for any problems or injuries, the MU is there to give you a helping hand or advice.

Maxine Kwok-AdamsFirst violin with the LSO

It’s vital to join the MU…if you want to get the issues that concern you looked at and addressed and fought for with some kind of solidarity.

Tom RobinsonSinger-songwriter, radio presenter and LGBT rights activist

Jazz is a live music art form and the MU has always championed that.

Zara McFarlaneMulti-award winning jazz singer-songwriter

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Membership

Under£20 per month

Current and returning members can access the full range of union benefits by paying monthly, quarterly or annually. You can pay by card, Direct Debit, or a hybrid payment option.

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Disabled musicians' membership

Under£12 per month

Choose this rate if you're a disabled musician and aren't eligible for other membership categories. Find out more about our eligibility guidance and how the MU membership can benefit you.

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Joint membership

Under£15 per month

If you're a current member of a partner organisation you can join the MU at a reduced rate. Find out more.

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Student membership

£20 per year

Join the MU at a reduced price if you're in full time education. Annual card payment only. Find out more about MU Student Membership.

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Join for a pound

£1 for your first six months

Join for £1 and get your first six months for free. You'll have access to the full range of membership benefits. Find out more about the offer and eligibility.

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