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Upcoming songwriter receives funding for unusual score

The Arts Council England has funded the composition and recording of a score to accompany a piece of contemporary dance from upcoming songwriter Peter Lyons.

By Kyle Fisher 17 Jan 2013

Report reveals youth music projects offer vital support

Research published in Youth Music’s latest Impact Report reveals that young people attending music-making projects also develop essential personal skills needed for succeeding later in life.

By Anita Awbi 14 Jan 2013

January chart race heats up

Barely two weeks into 2013 and we already have an unexpected UK chart return in the shape of David Bowie. Meanwhile reliable Scotsman Calvin Harris is keeping the hits coming, while Bruno Mars holds the US charts hostage.

By Anita Awbi 14 Jan 2013

M magazine online extras: Winter 2012

Check out all the extra goodies we couldn't fit in the latest issue of M.

By Anita Awbi 13 Jan 2013

Musicians' Union elects first female chair

The Musicians’ Union (MU) Executive Committee has elected Kathy Dyson as its first female Chair.

By Anita Awbi 11 Jan 2013

Amy Macdonald tops new Birmingham music programme

Scottish rock singer Amy Macdonald and folk-rock veteran Richard Thompson lead a new programme of musical events taking place in Birmingham.

By Jim Ottewill 11 Jan 2013

Top tips on breaking into the UK music scene

EUROSONIC 2013 UPDATE: Experienced music professionals will gather at Eurosonic today to share their experiences of breaking acts into the lucrative UK music market.

By Anita Awbi 11 Jan 2013