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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 29/09/2026

Is social media helping your music career—or affecting your wellbeing? 📱 Join RSM & @ukbapam.bsky.social for a session with psychotherapist Kate Auguste, exploring social media, mental health and practical ways to stay well online. 🗓️ 28 Oct 2026 | 10:30–11:45 💻 Online | Free

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

#DidYouKnow we are the UK's oldest music charity? Set up in 1738, we have supported the mental and physical health the UK's music professionals for nearly 300 years! We'll keep the rhythm so you can concentrate on getting better. If you need support, contact us today.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 09/09/2026

RSM's 2026 Christmas Cards are in now in stock but they're selling fast so be quick! Get yours at www.rsmgb.org/shop or by using the link in our bio, and help fund our work supporting musicians in need. . . . . . #christmas #charity #music #musician

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 07/09/2026

The great oboist Johann Christian Fischer is the subject of this month’s archive item, as we trace his journey from the courts of Germany to London and his membership of RSM. Read more using the link in our bio. . . . . . #fromthearchives #history #music #musician

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 06/08/2026

Hearing health is essential for musicians 👂🎵 Join @dameevelynglennie.bsky.social and Dr Finola Ryan for a practical session on protecting your hearing and supporting your long-term wellbeing. 📅 Wed 28 Sep ⏰ 10:30am 💻 Free & online @ukbapam.bsky.social Sign up: www.rsmgb.org/whats-on/hea...

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 24/07/2026

Accident, illness, stress or anxiety can strike at any time. Whether you work as a performer, teacher, technician or anything in between, we're here to help. RSM provides grants, advice and guidance to music professionals impacted by physical or mental ill health. Get in touch today.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Music is built on connection, and so is our community. Join our RSM Social Network, a relaxed online space where music professionals can connect, chat and share experiences. 📅 Wednesday 29 July 🕕 6.00pm–7.00pm 💻 Online via Zoom Sign Up: www.rsmgb.org/whats-on/soc...

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 07/07/2026

From the Archives: Meet singer Marian McKenzie, who was an RSM Member from 1881 until her death in 1927. To celebrate the recent rehanging of her portrait at RSM's building, find out more about her life, career and involvement with the Society at the link in our bio. #history #fromthearchives #music

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 02/07/2026

It's not just accident, injury or illness that we support, but also mental health. If you're a UK-based music professional who has been impacted by physical or mental ill health, we're here to help. Contact us today to find out more about the financial support, advice and guidance we offer.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 24/06/2026

We provide bespoke grants so that music professionals in the UK can access the health services they need. Whether its physical or emotional therapies, appointments with specialist practitioners or short-term living expenses, we can support your physical and mental health. Contact us today.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 19/06/2026

RSM provides vital financial assistance, advice and guidance to music professionals across the UK impacted by physical or mental ill health. If you need support, contact us today. . . . . . #health #wellbeing #charity #music #musician

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 11/06/2026

🎶Calling All Sopranos! 🎶 The Really Big Chorus Messiah from Scratch® returns to the Royal Albert Hall on Sunday 8 November. Singing tickets are almost gone and only a handful of soprano places remain. 🎟️Book via the What’s On section on our website - link in bio!

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Mental health can affect your voice, and chronic stress may impact how we speak, sing, and perform. 🎤✨ Join vocal health specialist Kate Valentine for a free online session on recognising vocal signs of stress, reducing tension, and finding support. Sign up: www.rsmgb.org/whats-on/voc...

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 29/05/2026

Join us in June for two of our Social Network Zoom events! 🎶 Hosted by our volunteer members, these online get-togethers are open to musicians across the profession, whether you’re currently working or retired. 📅 Tue 2 Jun | 10:30–11:30 📅 Tue 23 Jun | 18:00–19:00 Sign up: www.rsmgb.org/whats-on

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 21/05/2026

⏰ Applications closing soon! The Creative Practice Renewal Programme is a rare opportunity for music professionals to pause, reset and reconnect with their creative future. Delivered by Britten Pears Arts, BAPAM & RSM. 📅 Applications close Sun 31 May 2026. 🔗 Apply: www.rsmgb.org/whats-on/bpa

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Creative Practice Renewal Programme — The Royal Society of Musicians

A restorative retreat for music professionals unable to work or in work transition due to physical or mental ill health.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 18/05/2026

This month marks 250 years since the birth of George Smart, organist, conductor and composer. As well as this rather dour portrait, our archives contain more information on Smart which uncover the numerous other charitable activities musicians of the time were involved in. Link in our bio.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 13/05/2026

Performance anxiety affects musicians at every level - but it doesn’t have to control your performance ✨ Join Dr Berenice Beverley Zammit for a practical session on managing pressure, building confidence, and performing at your best. 📅 Wed 24 Jun ⏰ 10:30–11:45 🎟 Free www.rsmgb.org/whats-on/per...

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RSM and BAPAM Present: Performance Anxiety — The Royal Society of Musicians

Performance anxiety or stage fright is incredibly common amongst performers. It can differ in intensity depending on many factors. This session will look at the different ways performance anxiety can ...

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 07/05/2026

RSM is proud to support musicians from the earliest days of their careers, right through to retirement and beyond. This #dyingmattersawarenessweek, we wanted to remind music professionals that we offer grants to help cover the cost of funerals. If you or your family need support, contact us today

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 05/05/2026

From Bruckner’s number obsessions to modern-day rituals, OCD has long shaped life in music. But we don’t talk about it enough. Join the Resonate Talk Series: OCD and music with Hattie & Becca and harpist Anne Denholm-Blair for an honest conversation. 📅 17 June | 🕡 6:30–7:30pm

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Resonate Talk Series: OCD and music - uncovering the correlation — The Royal Society of Musicians

From Bruckner’s preoccupation with numbers to modern superstitions around performance, OCD has plagued musicians for centuries. We speak to musicians and researchers about dealing with OCD as a musici...

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 28/04/2026

We’ll be continuing our RSM on the road trip in Edinburgh! If you can’t make Glasgow, join us from 3pm on the Mezzanine at the Le Monde Hotel. Meet the team, connect with members and musicians from across Scotland, and hear updates on the Society. Sign up here: www.rsmgb.org/whats-on/rsm...

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RSM on the Road: Edinburgh — The Royal Society of Musicians

We’re heading to Edinburgh in May! Join us for your chance to meet musicians from the local area over drinks, and get to know RSM.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 22/04/2026

This Saturday, 25 April is the first British Brass Chamber Music Day at Wigmore Hall. Celebrating Philip Jones, a pioneer of UK brass chamber music, the event also highlights the Phillip and Ursula Jones Fund at RSM, which supports brass musicians’ health. www.wigmore-hall.org.uk/whats-on/202...

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British Brass Chamber Music Day

British Brass Chamber Music Day In memory of Philip Jones

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 21/04/2026

We’re heading to Glasgow next month! Come along to meet the team, connect with members and local musicians from across Scotland, and hear what the Society has been working on. You’ll also have the chance to learn more about the support RSM offers. Learn More - www.rsmgb.org/whats-on/rsm...

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RSM on the Road: Glasgow — The Royal Society of Musicians

We’re heading to Glasgow in May! Join us for your chance to meet musicians from the local area over drinks, and get to know RSM.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 19/04/2026

Through rain and snow, illness and injury, the sun has finally come out and Kim is on the home straight. With months of training behind her, there is just one week to go until she takes on the 2026 London Marathon, raising funds for RSM. There's still time to donate, head to the link in our bio.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 15/04/2026

This Musicians' Mental Health Month, we speak with neurodivergent musician Jon Hart about his life in music and what made him turn to RSM for support. Read his story at www.rsmgb.org/news/jon-hart . . . . . #Music #Musician #MusiciansMentalHealthMonth #MentalHealthInMusic

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Young Classical Artists Trust (YCAT) @ycatrust.bsky.social · 10/04/2026

@rsmgb.bsky.social provide financial support, advice, and guidance to music professionals unable to work due to accident, illness, stress, or anxiety 🙏 We’re delighted to welcome the RSM as a new partner for this year’s #MusiciansMentalHealthMonth 🎶 ℹ️ www.ycat.co.uk/rsm-support

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Support from the Royal Society of Musicians

The RSM provides financial support, advice and guidance for music professionals across the UK impacted by mental or physical ill health.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 25/03/2026

While some singers with hypermobility find that their range is extended, it can put singers and voice users at risk of strain, injury and pain. In our next webinar Lucie Rayner and Thanh Thi Tran explore how voice users can understand hypermobility and it’s effects. Sign up for free at link in bio.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Composer Sir Peter Maxwell Davies served as President of RSM, as well as Master of the Queen's Music, just as his two successors have done. On the tenth anniversary of his death, we look back at the piece he composed for the 2015 Jacqueline du Pré Concert. Read more using the link in our bio.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 04/03/2026

We're looking for more fitness fanatics to raise money for musicians in need by taking up one of our spaces at the following events. Get in touch if you'd like to take part in any of the listed events, and don't forget you can still donate towards Kim's 2026 London Marathon at: bit.ly/48BT1GY

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 26/02/2026

It is no secret that a career in music can be tough. The mental health challenges faced by music professionals are many and varied, so head to the link below to find out more about group therapy and register your interest for our next group, beginning 14 May: bit.ly/4pIte5w

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 09/02/2026

Ahead of our Transformational Teaching webinar on Wednesday, host Prof Derek Aviss OBE spoke to Patrick Johns for the Music Teachers Association podcast about the positive impact of teaching. Listen now using the link in our bio.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 29/01/2026

When a singer finishes a concert, they may find themselves in a room with a lot of background noise, having to raise their voice to be heard. In our next webinar with @ukbapam.bsky.social Lucie Rayner and Besfort Williams will help singers look after their voices to prevent injury. Link in bio.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 23/01/2026

We're Hiring! Find out more about these exciting opportunities to join our team using the link in our bio. . . . . . #jobs #jobsearch #jobseeker #hiring #music #charity #health #wellbeing

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 15/01/2026

We're looking for the next 12 participants to join our Group Therapy sessions with @tonicmusicmh.bsky.social. They're free and facilitated by psychotherapists who deeply understand the challenges of working in music, so head to the link in our bio for more info and to register your interest.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 08/01/2026

Bassoonist Kim Murphy is in training for the 2026 London Marathon, where she will be running in support of RSM. Despite all the snow and ice, she's still out there every day pounding the streets. Show your support by donating using the link in our bio, and help to raise funds for musicians in need.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 24/12/2025

A very Merry Christmas from everyone at RSM! Read our Christmas message from CEO Charlotte using the link in our bio.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 16/12/2025

Automatic negative thoughts can become such a habit for musicians, they stop noticing they have them. In this webinar, psychotherapist Laura Duester looks at how to recognise those thoughts and how to challenge them to encourage greater self-compassion, including how to effectively regulate emotions

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 27/11/2025

We all know the physical and mental rigours of studying and performing as a musician, but what can educators do to deliver transformational teaching? In our upcoming online discussion, we invite teachers to join Prof Derek Aviss OBE to discuss good practice. Sign up using the link in our bio.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 26/11/2025

Bassoonist Kim Murphy is in training for the 2026 London Marathon, where she will be running in support of RSM. Donate today at the link in our bio and help us keep helping musicians in need. Thank you! #music #musician #marathontraining #marathon #londonmarathon #fundraiser #fundraising #donate

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

Join us online next week for our latest webinar with @ukbapam.bsky.social. RSM Member Veronika Klirova is going to get us moving and help musicians stay flexible and mindful. Sign up for free using the link in our bio. #music #musician #health #wellbeing #webinar

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 10/11/2025

Thank you to everyone who donated to us for their programmes at the @royalalberthall.bsky.social all last night. A big thank you to The Really Big Chorus for having us and of course, huge thanks to our RSM volunteers who were shaking buckets and selling programmes. You were all amazing!!

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

This #trusteesweek we want to say a huge thank you to our dedicated team of 12 Governors, all music professionals, who work hand in hand with the staff team to make musicians are getting the help they need. If you would like to find out more, use the link in our bio to meet the team.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 09/10/2025

Our archives are a treasure trove of information, invaluable to anyone looking to uncover the music scene of the country over the centuries. But not everything we uncover is quite as useful...like this key that was stored away, apparently for a lost lock! #fromthearchives #history #music #musician

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 06/10/2025

Huge congratulations to Member Kim Murphy who completed the Victoria Park Half-Marathon on Saturday and raised nearly £1,000 for musicians in need! An amazing effort and amazing training for her tilt at the London Marathon next year, again in aid of RSM. Thank you Kim! #musician #fundraiser #running

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 02/10/2025

Our archive contains some fascinating materials, including annotated proof sheets of the vocal score and string parts of Samuel Coleridge-Taylor's The Death of Minnehaha, no.2 of Scenes from the Song of Hiawatha. Take a look using the link in our bio. #fromthearchives #music #blackhistorymonth

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 26/09/2025

Burnout is particularly common among performers. Join us on 29 Oct for our next webinar, facilitated by registered person centered, humanistic psychotherapist Denise Devenish, we will look at how musicians can identify burnout and learn tools to help prevent it. Sign up for free at the link in bio.

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 17/09/2025

We welcome all musicians, whether you work as a performer, producer, teacher, technician or anything in between. From all genres, we'd love to have you! Join today at www.rsmgb.org/join or use the link in our bio. . . . . . #music #musician #member #membership

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 10/09/2025

By leaving a gift to RSM in your will, you are helping musicians across the UK to continue doing what they love, making music. This #rememberacharityweek please consider supporting our work by updating your will. For more information on how to do so, visit the link in our bio. #music #legacy

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 05/09/2025

Just one week to go until our group therapy sessions start with @tonicmusicmh.bsky.social. If you'd like to take part, register your interest today using the link in our bio. . . . . . #music #musician #mentalhealth

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The Royal Society of Musicians @rsmgb.bsky.social · 02/09/2025

A rare gem from our archive which looks beyond British borders to the music scene on continental Europe in the 19th century is a letter from the French composer Félicien David to Henri Louis Stanislaus Mortier de Fontaine. Read more at the link in our bio. #fromthearchives #history #music #musician

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