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We negotiate on behalf of members with all the major employers in the industry, and offer a range of support services for musicians.<\/p><ul><li><p><strong>We stand up for<\/strong> employed and self-employed musicians working in every area of the UK music industry, including music education.<\/p><\/li><li><p><strong>We work to maximise <\/strong>the employment and overall income of musicians as well as protecting and improving working conditions. 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