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60 years of Helensburgh Oratorio
Posted on 3 April 2024
Margaret Hastings, Treasurer for the Helensburgh Oratorio Choir, tells us how their group organised their Diamond Jubilee concert.Susannah Wapshott,...
Classical’n’Fries
Posted on 28 March 2024
Barbara Eifler explores how the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment’s unique approach to live events in non-traditional venues could inspire...
Update on Creative Tax Reliefs, Gift Aid and banking for...
Posted on 28 March 2024
Making Music reports on increased rates for Creative Tax Reliefs announced in the Spring Budget. We also discuss the outcome of the charity banking...
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Big band passion in Leicestershire
Posted on 27 March 2024
Jon Jayes, Secretary of the Belvoir Big Band, writes about his band’s passion for performing and supporting charities.I would like to introduce...
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INCLUDE: Diversity and classical music in North Lincolnshire
Posted on 11 March 2024
Marian Pearson, Chair of Scunthorpe and North Lincolnshire Concert Society (SNLCS), tells us how they’re revitalising classical music in their...
INCLUDE: Enriching community through diversity
Posted on 4 March 2024
Mike Cocke, Secretary of the Luton Choral Society writes about how they are embracing diversity to grow their membership.Luton Choral Society has a...
INCLUDE: The Great Bowden Recital Trust's inclusive...
Posted on 26 February 2024
Sue Benson, Managing Trustee of the Great Bowden Recital Trust, tells us about their participation in our INCLUDE programme and their plans to make...
Brass band performing music called Castle in the Sky in concert hall
Adopt a Music Creator blog: A veritable firework
Posted on 26 February 2024
Music creator Robin Fiedler talks about the premiere of their collaboration piece with Regent Brass Band and Camden Brass Band as part of Adopt a...
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User testing research – calling all music group leaders
Posted on 23 February 2024
A trusted concert tour provider is looking for UK-based music group leaders to take part in market research to help them develop a brand-new website...
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Banking for charitable organisations and music groups
Posted on 23 February 2024
The Charity Commission is actively lobbying to improve banking services for the charity sector by asking for your input in the Charity Finance...
The Big Help Out
Posted on 23 February 2024
Here’s an opportunity to get involved with a national event – and recruit some helping hands for your group at the same time!The Big Help...
Martyn's Law/Terrorism Bill Consultation
Posted on 16 February 2024
The Government recently consulted on the Terrorism (Protection of Premises) bill now referred to as 'Martyn’s Law,' on the '...

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