I met uber groovy Bindu Paul at a recent workshop that the Musicians Union was running.
She was very engaging and told me about a whole raft of things that the Musicians Union have as free services for their members – including advise sessions.
I have been a member for many years and although I was aware of some useful services – like the free public liability insurance there were loads of other things I didn’t know about.
So I thought it would be a good idea to invite her to a smart musicians meetup so she could tell us a little more.
She was kind enough to pop down to the smart musicians club meetup to tell us why she thinks it more important now than ever to be a member of the union.
Bindu Paul Education and Equalities Official – from the Musicians’ Union (@WeAreTheMU)
according to the Musicians Union Site this is a list of services you can access by being a member of the MU
— Experienced staff & Officials
— Nationwide Regional Offices
— Dedicated helplines
— Careers & business advice
— Contract Advisory Service
— Industry lists & leaflets
— Campaigns & lobbying
— Specialist Sections
— Networking opportunities
— MU website
— Membership Directory
— The Musician journal
— Public Liability Insurance cover
— Exclusive insurance schemes
— Instrument protection
— Health & Safety
— Lifelong Learning
— Courses, seminars & workshops
— Personal injury package
— Benevolent assistance
— Medical hotline
— Legal assistance
— Partnership Advisory Service
— Fee recovery & dispute resolution
— Salary & rate negotiation
— Contracts & Specimen Agreements
— Consent forms
— Rights protection
— Media & session specialists
— Fee collection & distribution
— Tax Saving Guide
— Pension schemes
— Works Registration Service
— MU Diary
— Discount schemes
— MU merchandise