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Scottish Member Meet Up – Library Connections (Edinburgh)

An event for Scottish member groups to meet in person, for peer to peer connections, and to hear from Manager in Scotland, Alison Reeves. We’ll be exploring the support that libraries give to music groups – and what musicians can give back to library communities in return.   

Location

George Washington Browne Room
Central Library George IV Bridge
Edinburgh EH1 1EG
United Kingdom
GB

Make a statement: Defining your group’s purpose (online event)

Can you describe your group in one sentence? At this practical event we’ll explore what makes a good defining statement, and how you can use it to recruit new members and audiences and inspire your group to work purposefully as a team.  

Location

Online
United Kingdom
GB

Listening Forum – Tell us what you need! (online event)

Making Music resources, events and opportunities for members are all produced in response to their needs, so come and talk to us! Tell us what your biggest challenges and concerns are and help us to help you and other members find creative solutions that really work.  

Location

Online
United Kingdom
GB

How to recruit new members for your music group (online event)

Recruiting new members is one of the biggest challenges facing music groups today. Whether you're revitalising your group for the future, looking to diversify your ensemble, or simply want to grow your group, this webinar will offer practical advice and inspiration. Join us to explore proven strategies and fresh ideas for attracting new members and keeping them engaged. 

Location

Online
United Kingdom
GB

Get started with AI: 10 ideas to help your group (online event)

Are you spending more time on admin than playing music? Discover how AI can become your group’s next volunteer. This presentation demystifies Artificial Intelligence, revealing 10 simple tools any choir, orchestra, or band can use —no technical expertise required.

 

Learn how AI can automate regular communications, help write concert programmes, coach with pronunciation guides, create practice tracks, and design promotional materials. Join us to see how emerging AI tools can help your group to focus on what truly matters, making music together.

 

Location

Online
United Kingdom
GB

Chairs and leaders meet up (online event)

The responsibility that lies with Chairs and other leaders of music organisations can feel overwhelming, particularly in times of change. Making Music is hosting this meetup so you can connect with others in the same role, and talk about your challenges and successes. 

Location

Online
United Kingdom
GB

Highnotes

In the autumn edition of Highnotes, discover key learnings from our final Big Survey 2022. Get inspired by Soundabout's inclusive project, NewSPAL's campaign to save their music library and the Sitar Music Society's rich musical tradition. Plus, don’t miss our article about Making Music's 90th anniversary.

A Deep Dive into ChoirCommunity (online event)

Now in its 8th year, ChoirCommunity has grown from a tiny startup to a significant music marketplace for choirs of all shapes and sizes.  Find out about how and why we got started and explore with us the library of nearly 2000 titles including some unexpected gems.

Location

Online
United Kingdom
GB

Annual General Meeting 2025 and Celebrating 90 Years of Making Music (online event)

This Making Music Annual General Meeting will look back at the calendar year 2024 with Chair and Treasurer talking talk through the 2024 Annual report and accounts.

The results of Board elections will also be announced and as ever there will be a chance to ask questions on any other matters you would like to bring.

Location

Online
United Kingdom
GB

Making Music discounts: Overview

We know that many of our member groups operate on a tight budget. Working with our corporate members, we’ve collected more than two dozen discounts, subsidies and offers to help our members save on everything from sheet music to booking artists and making recordings.