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How to… compose music for theme parks

‘Not everything has to be epic and bombastic. You have to really consider you’re working for the theme park and not yourself,’ says composer Nick Hutson. Nick is also a lyricist, arranger and broadcaster working across the theme park industry and musical theatre.…

Applications re-open for ReBalance programme

Female-identifying artists, bands and mixed gender groups are being invited to apply for the programme launched by Festival Republic, with partners including PRS Foundation, Music Managers Forum (MMF) and Record of the Day.

ICMP partners with AIM to offer scholarship

The Institute of Contemporary Music Performance (ICMP) has joined forces with the Association of Independent Music (AIM) to provide a new Music Business and Entrepreneurship scholarship to an individual.

Help Musicians UK open Transmission Fund

The independent charity Help Musicians UK has today (Monday) opened applications to the Transmission Fund, which supports artists creative practice and professional development.

Applications now open to play Focus Wales 2020

The annual new music showcase event for the Welsh music industry are giving acts the opportunity to play alongside established artists and international acts.

Behind the board with Simon Darlow

‘I realised you can contribute. PRS needs the voice of the writer, it’s so important,’ says PRS for Music’s deputy chair Simon Darlow.

2020 INES#talent programme opens for applications

The Innovation Network of European Showcases (INES) is now taking applications for its talent programme to offer bands and artists from participating countries the chance play at overseas festivals and showcases.

Future Bubblers opens Year 5 applications

Giles Peterson and Brownswood Music are now welcoming applications from innovative music makers from across England for Year 5 of their mentorship scheme.

FM2U indie conference returns to Glasgow

From Me to You (FM2U) music conference for independent musicians is set to return to Glasgow for its sophomore year. Learn more and get your tickets...

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