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IPO launches MusicBiz competition aimed at helping 14 to 18 year olds better understand how songwriters, artists and bands are rewarded
First published during the 2010 to 2015 Conservative and Liberal Democrat coalition government
140 UK acts performing at the world’s largest music showcase as Brits top the US album chart.
Culture Minister sees how government investment is improving access to music education
Melbourne will play host to the iconic BBC Proms next month, thanks in part to support from the UK’s GREAT campaign.
Get Safe Online is predicting a huge rise in online ticket scams over the summer months as the festival and concert season provides rich pickings…
Minister of State for School Reform Nick Gibb outlines the government’s support for music education in schools.
Music Export Growth Scheme (MEGS) has granted a further £200,000 to UK-based independent music companies.
Music venues across the country set to benefit from more flexible rules.
Locations and line-ups of concerts announced by Don Foster.
The first ever national plan for music education – “The Importance of Music” – will enable every child to have the chance to learn to play a musical instrument for at least a term and ideally for a year by...
10 areas across England supported to put on community-led, free music events this autumn.
A report published today by Ofsted highlights the benefits and pitfalls of partnership working in music education.
Slow Club, Metronomy and Band of Skulls among UK artists receiving government funding to break overseas markets.
330 concerts will take place on 11 to 14 July in towns across England.
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UK Trade & Investment and BPI today opened up applications to a new Music Export Growth Scheme
Communities Minister Don Foster has announced that 250 free concerts will go ahead this summer, featuring the best of local musical talent.
New opportunities to make music and a range of youth services at newly equipped music rehearsal space
Letter from minister highlights concerns about 'legal highs' (new psychoactive substances), illegal drugs and gases (such as nitrous oxide).
Research shows music tourists contribute at least £864 million a year to the UK economy.
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