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MU conducts survey on outreach work

Orchestral players are invited to complete the survey by 27 June
Members of Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra engage in outreach work at Dorchester County Hospital
Members of Bournemouth Symphony Orchestra engage in outreach work at Dorchester County Hospital - © BSO

A survey launched by the Musicians’ Union (MU) invites orchestral players to share information about educational, learning and participation work they deliver with their orchestra.

The aim is to acquire knowledge of the types of contract being used for this work, as well as the fees currently paid; this knowledge will contribute towards future negotiations regarding contracts and fees in association with the Association of British Orchestras (ABO).

The ABO/MU agreement specifies minimum rates of pay and terms and conditions for players.

The survey covers the following types of work:

After the survey has closed, a focus group will explore the results further.

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