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MU Responds to Welsh National Opera Cuts

Musicians' Union members in the orchestra of Welsh National Opera (WNO) are facing a reduction in working weeks, equating to a 15% pay cut as a result of a funding shortfall for the company.

Published: 28 March 2024

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Celebrating BAPAM at 40

The British Association for Performing Arts Medicine (BAPAM) turns 40 this year, and all musicians should be aware of how this pioneering charity could help them to prevent and overcome practice-related physical and mental health problems.

Published: 27 March 2024

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Upcoming events

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01 Apr 2024

Guided Meditation

An extremely efficient and powerful meditation practice, based on Ascension meditation techniques.

Online Member only
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Last chance to book

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02 Apr 2024

Legal Webinar: Funding

Join us for a one-hour online webinar with leading Scottish Law Firm Harper Macleod for advice on funding sources for musicians. Available to members in Scotland.

Online, Scotland
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Upcoming

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05 Apr 2024

Three Day Palace Drum Clinic

This non-residential, three day interactive workshop is open to drummers of all abilities and MU members are offered an exclusive 10% discount on the ticket price.

Redditch Member only
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Upcoming

08 Apr 2024

Guided Meditation

An extremely efficient and powerful meditation practice, based on Ascension meditation techniques.

Online Member only
Read more about Guided Meditation

Upcoming

Upcoming

15 Apr 2024

Guided Meditation

An extremely efficient and powerful meditation practice, based on Ascension meditation techniques.

Online Member only
Read more about Guided Meditation
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