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Join Co-Pilot: the Musicians' Mentoring Programme delivered by Help Musicians in partnership with The Ivors Academy
Stephen McNeff and Gary Carpenter, former Directors of The Ivors Academy, share personal memories of working with the pioneering composer.
One year on from launching our #ComposersAgainstBuyouts campaign, we take a look at what’s needed to tackle the problems surrounding buyouts.
For our March Member Spotlight, meet Alfie Neale. A 23-year-old singer, songwriter and producer, originally from Dorset and now based in Brighton, England. Alfie is also a participant in the Inside Track Development Programme. Join us as we discuss Alfie's influences and experiences as well as how he writes his songs and how he's found being a part of Inside Track has affected his career.
The Ivors Academy and Musicians’ Union - who represent tens of thousands of musicians, songwriters and composers in the UK – have condemned the use of a ‘letter of direction’ by Moonbug Entertainment to force composers to assign the company all revenues from performing rights royalties when signing a contract with them.
To mark International Women’s Day we’ve teamed with Scala Radio on a new 4-part series celebrating inspiring women in composition.
Procol Harum organist and friend Josh Phillips reflects on the life and legacy of Gary Brooker.
In recognition of LGBTQI+ History Month we spotlight a few members of our LGBTQI+ Working Group and learn about their tips and experiences in songwriting and composition.