Filter & Search
Filter results by either selecting from the drop down menu above or choosing from the highlighted categories on each resource
Music teachers’ fees survey results 2025/2026
Fees for private teaching and part-time teaching in schools Thank you to all of you who responded to our recent survey of tuition fees. The survey was conducted by an…
Cows, Clefs and Key Notes – Rosemary Wiseman
ISM member and educator Rosemary Wiseman explains her Key Notes method and how it can help students with sight reading
How to… Become a music producer
Music producer and songwriter Alex O’Keeffe shares a guide to becoming a producer, covering DAWs, studio gear, collaboration and royalties.
How to… Use Wellbeing Gateway
This online platform gives ISM members confidential wellbeing support, practical tools and personalised resources.
Update on the Employment rights Act: What musicians need to know
Important new employment rights became law from 1 April 2026. Learn how the changes to sick pay, parental leave and harassment rules affect musicians.
Neurodivergent musicians: Insights from Jon Hart
Practical advice for neurodivergent musicians from Jon Hart. He discusses challenges, recognising patterns, and how to build a sustainable music career.
How to write a music CV
Whether you are applying for a performance opportunity, an ensemble position, a teaching role, or a music industry job, you will frequently be asked to submit a CV. The ISM provides guidance and support.
Physiotherapy Service Information & Consent
The ISM Members Fund (‘Members Fund’) is partnering with PhysioMed to provide members with access to physiotherapy services. Members will have free access to advice and face-to-face intervention via PhysioMed’s…
Guidance for musicians with pernambuco bows
All you need to know about travelling with or buying and selling pernambuco bows from March 2026
Schema coaching for musicians: A practical guide
ISM member Dr Rob Szymanek offers a practical guide to schema coaching for musicians with an exclusive video and downloadable PDFs
Behind the lines: When the Levee Breaks
ISM member David Dyson analyses the making of Led Zeppelin’s ‘When The Levee Breaks’. Highlighting the creators and innovations behind the track.
How to… Become a session musician
Guitarist and musical director Nick Fitch shares a guide to building a career as a UK session musician, covering types of work, networking, and professionalism.
