ISM announce brand new event Make Music Work, open now for booking
News: 13th March 2025 by Louise Dodgson under Music Training & Careers

Bookings are now open for the Independent Society of Musicians (ISM)'s Make Music Work event, set to take place on 24 April 2025 at 229 London. This exclusive event is for musicians at every stage of their career, from emerging talent to seasoned professionals, offering essential insights to survive and thrive in the music industries.
Expert-led panels will deep dive into how to break into the music industry, the world of gaming composition, navigating legal matters, and the rise of AI.
Deborah Annetts, Chief Executive of the ISM said:
‘"For over 140 years, the ISM has been dedicated to protecting the rights of musicians and the sustainability of the profession, no matter the challenges. Make Music Work is a day for critical debate, industry know-how and hands-on strategies to help build a career in music that survives the challenges faced by the music industry.’"
Speakers include BAFTA-nominated game composer Andrew Barnabas, session musician Duayne Sanford (drummer for Liam Payne, Jodeci, Rita Ora, Honne, Zak Abel and more), award-winning multi-disciplinary musician Jade Leamcharaskul, Independent Music Rights expert Mike Burgess, cellist and ISM President-Elect Gabriella Swallow, and more to be announced over the coming weeks.
Early bird pricing is now available – book tickets now via the link below.
Related Links
https://www.ism.org/event/make-music-work-2025/
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