Here are all the ways we can help you with your musical career.
Click on any item below to read about it in more depth.
Legal support
- One-to-one legal advice from the ISM solicitors on contracts, IP, employment
- 24-hour legal helpline
- Legal expenses cover for up to £100,000 of legal costs
- Standard contracts and agreements
- Fee recovery service if you're owed payment
Insurances
- Public liability insurance - £10 million of essential cover
- Employer’s liability insurance - £10 million again
- Discounts of 10-20% off musical instrument insurance
Tax support
- 24-hour tax helpline to assist you when managing your tax
- Tax return completion service - a specially negotiated flat rate
- Tax investigation cover - your accountant's fees are covered if you have an HMRC investigation of your personal tax affairs
Professional advice
Your musical career
- Advice documents full of easy to follow guidance on professional matters
- One-to-one advice from ISM staff
- Fees surveys and recommendations
Personal advice services
- Financial advice from independent money and debt experts
- Health and lifestyle advice from trained advisors
- 24-hour counselling service from trained specialists
Promote your professional status
- Create a profile on the ISM Music Directory to help potential employers find you
- Use the ISM member logo on your websites, stationery and marketing materials
- Promote your events on our website and social media pages
- We can help you obtain a CRB enhanced disclosure
Professional development
- Professional development programme to help you develop your skills
- Our national conference brings members together
- Regional professional development events at local ISM venues
Connections
Regional links
- Local networks of ISM members with whom you can share ideas
- Musical events take place regularly, from performance slots to pupils' concerts
- Social events are also popular, from networking events to lunches!
News and features
- Regular e-news keeps you in touch with what's going on now
- Our influential magazine Music Journal will inspire you and increase your knowledge
Online community
- The ISM website offers you a treasure-trove of information
- You can get involved with discussions through Facebook, Twitter and LinkedIn
Publications
Advocacy
- Lobbying - making the case for the profession
- Campaigning on the critical issues facing musicians today
- Engaging with the music industry at all levels
Help from our charity
Exclusive offers
- Discounts for concert tickets, music shops, recording services, courses, insurance and more
- An ISM credit card is available, with competitive rates
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