Birmingham Contemporary Music Group

Agreed terms and conditions between Birmingham Contemporary Music Group (BCMG) and Musicians' Union (MU).

Rates of pay for freelance players effective 1 September 2025

Minimum rates

Concert fee (single session concert or 2 sessions of either a concert with associated rehearsal or two rehearsals on one day)	Single extra rehearsal (on a day other than a concert day)
£190.29	£114.17

Distance / Travel

Distance (where transport or travel fare is provided)	Travel (where transport is NOT provided)
21p per mile	41p per mile

Overnight

*Note: This is paid according to the rates below, unless suitable accommodation is not available at these rates. See clause 7 of agreement for more information.

Single night	M25 supplement
£80.00*	£35.00

Late return

Late return between midnight and 2am: £10.50

Contact details

BCMG, CBSO Centre, Berkley Street, Birmingham, B1 2LF

Tel: 0121 616 2623

MU Steward: Vacant