Coronavirus

Coronavirus impact on music groups: survey results

In September, following up on a survey in March at the start of lockdown, we asked our members what the impact

Opinion: In praise of face masks

One choir member shares their view on face coverings in choral settings

And still we play (and sing)

Following changes to the rules governing social interaction in all the nations of the UK, confusion arose as to their application

Carry on singing and playing

Today, the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS) confirmed that: 

New coronavirus rules?

Following the announcement by the UK government last week, Making Music were told originally by the Department for Culture, Media

Combining online and in-person rehearsals

During the Covid-19 pandemic, many music groups developed ways of delivering rehearsals online. As groups returned to in person activity, some moved to ‘hybrid’ delivery, using tech to livestream or record rehearsals. This allowed people who couldn’t be in the room to stay at home but still continue to be included.