Revered UK drummer Ralph Salmins has worked with everyone, from James Brown and Paul McCartney through to Van Morrison and The Waterboys. Here, this committed MU member discusses his stellar career. Interviewed by Geoff Nicholls.

John Smith on topical music industry issues, March 2013

March 11, 2013 13:56 - 16.4 MB

In this Musicians’ Union industry statement, John Smith, General Secretary, focuses on the success of the Association of British Orchestra's Conference, how budget cuts are impacting upon artists' working lives, pending changes to the period of protection for sound recordings, plus welcomes the Government's u-turn on the ill-fated English Baccalaureate. In a detailed and insightful dispatch, John elaborates on these themes and underlines the value of the Union’s work in protecting a future f...

Horace Trubridge on the live music scene

March 11, 2013 13:39 - 17.5 MB

In this Musicians’ Union industry statement, Horace Trubridge, Assistant General Secretary, asks 'What if the producer's artistic vision is threatening not just live music but also the employment of musicians?'. Outlining why the MU is steadfast in its determination to maintain the high standards of live music in the UK, Horace takes the opportunity to highlight the importance and contribution of British musicians to both the nation’s balance sheet and cultural life in the 21st century.

An evening with Malkit Singh

February 22, 2013 13:01 - 64.6 MB

Interviewed by Sukhi Bart, presenter of the BBC Asian Network's Weekend Punjabi and Brit Asia TV, “An Audience With Malkit Singh” explores Malkit Singh’s music career in particular association to the works spanning over 30 decades. A translation can be found here: http://www.musiciansunion.org.uk/wp-content/uploads/2013/02/Interview-with-Malkit-Singh-Translation.pdf

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