National Learn to Play day
Nearly 10,000 lessons were given on the first National Learn to Play Day on 31st March. Music for All are delighted with the day. Shops from Edinburgh to Brighton all created a fun and welcoming day for the public. There was also a lot of Celebrity appearances on the day. Industry support was magnificent with many brands and other organisations providing assistance, support and help in creating this exciting day.
... read moreNational Music Plan
MIA welcomes Government’s continuing commitment to music education.
Choosing a Quality Musical Instrument
Click here to read our 'Guide to Buying Quality Musical Instruments' PDF. Helpful advice for the musical student.
... read moreRetailer of the Month
Each month we are going to be featuring an MIA Retail shop. We are delighted this month to be featuring Millers Music
... read moreMIA Welcomes Government Support for Live Music
The Music Industries Association, trade association of the UK musical instrument industry, has welcomed the government’s support for the Live Music Bill.
... read moreForever Young? Why being a musician can slow effects of ageing.
Learning to play a musical instrument helps keep people young, according to a new study.
... read moreMIA paper on the importance of music education
Click here to read our PDF guide.
... read moreThe Power of Music
The Power of Music: its impact on the intellectual, social and personal development of children and young people. A PDF document by Susan Hallam, Institute of Education, University of London
... read moreAttitudes to Music in the UK - Research
MIA commissioned survey into the music making habits of the UK. Over 1,000 households were questioned over a number of weeks, to gain a powerful insight into the musical instrument marketplace and the attitudes and intentions of the general population towards music making.
... read moreSky News interview on Weekend Warriors
... read moreTo find a Music Teacher
Find a range of websites that provide details of music teachers throughout the uk. Please check with the individual providers regarding the vetting of the teachers (eg CRB checks).
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