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Join the MU at the We Make Music Scotland Conference 2025

The MU will be attending and sponsoring a workshop at this year’s We Make Music Scotland Conference, taking place on Thursday 4 and Friday 5 September at the Royal Conservatoire of Scotland in Glasgow.

Published: 02 July 2025 | 12:42 PM
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The event offers hands-on workshops, keynote speakers, presentations, stalls and more. Photo: Shutterstock.

This free two-day event, hosted by the Music Education Partnership Group, is specially designed for instrumental teachers, freelance musicians, and community music practitioners.

The conference explores the vital role of music in shaping minds and communities, offering a packed programme of hands-on workshops, inspiring keynote speakers, thought-provoking presentations, youth performances from across Scotland, and a variety of partner trade stalls.

Meet the MU

MU Officials will be in attendance throughout the event, ready to meet members and answer any questions about the Union’s work supporting music professionals.

The MU is also sponsoring a dedicated workshop, details of which will be announced soon.

Event details

  • Date: Thursday 4 and Friday 5 September 2025
  • Location: Royal Conservatoire of Scotland, 100 Renfrew Street, Glasgow G2 3DB
  • Tickets: Free, but must be booked in advance
  • Accessibility: For accessibility information or support, please contact the organisers at mae.murray@mepgscotland.org.

Read more about We Make Music Scotland - the full conference schedule will be revealed at the end of July.

To find out more or to connect with your regional MU contact ahead of the event, contact Louise Stanners Pow via sni@themu.org.

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