Category Archives: External Events

Available Funds For Musicians

2020 has been a difficult year for the whole entertainment industry, and the fact concerts and other live events have been shut down by the pandemic has made these times particularly hard for musicians. The precarious situation makes the achievements of this year more impressive than ever, but it also creates more difficult starting conditions for 2021. In order to counter all this situation, we share here some funds and initiatives that can help you pay for education, equipment, projects and more, in order to ensure the viability of your music career in the upcoming months.

Now it is true! Musicians are back on stage.

It has been just a few days since we expressed our disbelief at the delay of the decision by the government to allow indoor performances. We mentioned that the measure would be studied again on August 15th and said that, given the circumstances, we expected nothing much than another delay. To our surprise, the outcome was quite the opposite. Indoor performances are allowed since last Saturday!

Let’s get together to #FixStreaming

Given the amount of money generated by the streaming of music, it doesn’t make sense that songwriters, composers and performers have to rely on Government support and struggle so badly to survive. However, that’s exactly what has been happening since the pandemic cancelled all the live events.

BAME string players wanted for the English National Opera

The English National Opera is looking for BAME (Black, Asian, and Minority Ethnic) musicians to join them. Specifically, ENO is looking for two violins, one viola, one cello and one double bass. If you are eligible, and you are passionate about classical music and opera, this is a brilliant opportunity, so don’t hesitate to apply!

Drum Clinic opportunity

The Palace Drum Clinic will host a three-day, non-residential drumming camp during the weekend of Friday 21st to Sunday 23rd February in Redditch, Worcestershire. This is a good opportunity for drummers of all levels to network, practise and learn from experienced musicians as Rob Brian, Ian Palmer, Pete Cater and Matt Green, who is organising the event.