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The MU represents and advises musicians working across the music industry. From individual music sector to touring abroad and advice for music users, we've got you covered.

Working & Performing
Education and Teaching
Gigs and Live Performances
Orchestral Work
Recording and Broadcasting
Composing and Songwriting
Theatre Work
Working Overseas
Working with Musicians and Music

Legal and financial matters relevant to musicians, explained. We also provide contract templates and specimen agreements.

Legal & Money
Rates of Pay and Agreements
Job Contracts and Business Agreements
Workplace Rights and Legislation
Legal Services and Advice
Finance and Tax
Insurance for Musicians
Cost of Living Crisis
- Cost of Living Crisis
- Support and Help Resources in the Cost of Living Crisis

Advice on how to stay healthy and safe wherever it is that you are working as a musician.

Health, Safety & Wellbeing
Health and Safety
Mental Health and Wellbeing
Discrimination and Harassment

Wherever you are in your career as a musician, you can access music career advice and events designed to assist you in developing your career.

Events & Career Development
Events
Career Development
Learning & Training Opportunities
Job Opportunities for Musicians
- Job Opportunities for Musicians
Supporting Teachers in Higher Education
Find a Musician

Deep dive into big issues affecting musicians, from the latest on music and Covid-19 crisis to a spotlight on musicians developing their careers.

News & Features
Latest News and Features
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Get involved with what we do to make a change in music industry. Whether you are a musician or a music lover, you can help shape what we do.

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Join for £1 For The First Six Months*
Student Membership
Joint Membership
Disabled Musicians Membership
Refugee Musicians Membership

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Equality, Diversity and Inclusion
Shape MU Policy

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Women in Music
Disabled Musicians
Musicians who Experience Racism
LGBT+ Musicians
Young Musicians
Parents and Carers

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Piano, Saxophone

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Jazz, Electronic, Music writer, Pop

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London SE1 3SU