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90th year celebrations launched with A Date to Remember

Posted on 11th February 2011

The Musicians Benevolent Fund’s 90th year was officially launched on 8 February with a unique and memorable evening of music, discussion and champagne.

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Fans put the spotlight on new talent at City Showcase

Posted on 2nd February 2011

Spotlight London is a series of gigs that allow new bands to perform in front of talent scouts, industry executives and discerning music fans. City Showcase offers a unique opportunity for fans to choose who will perform in 2011.

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Betty Boo and industry panel present Dan Croll with Musicians Benevolent Fund Songwriting Award

Posted on 21st January 2011

Dan Croll from the Liverpool Institute for Performing Arts last night received the Musicians Benevolent Fund Songwriting Award of £5,000.

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Voices Now singing extravaganza at the London Roundhouse

Posted on 18th January 2011

Voices Now is a celebration of all things singing, with some of the best choirs in the world coming together to perform for the first time in one weekend at London’s famous Roundhouse.

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Join us on 8 February for the launch of the Musicians Benevolent Fund's 90th year celebrations

Posted on 11th January 2011

As the new year commences we'd like to wish everyone a happy and prosperous 2011, and tell you about an exciting event we have planned to launch the Musicians Benevolent Fund's 90th year celebrations.

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World Service Project clinch 2010 Peter Whittingham Jazz Award

Posted on 5th January 2011

Congratulations to jazz group World Service Project, who received the prestigious Musicians Benevolent Fund Peter Whittingham Jazz Award.

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We are here to help in the cold weather

Posted on 21st December 2010

Making sure our sick and elderly beneficiaries stay warm this winter is a top priority and we are urging any beneficiary who is worried about their heating costs to get in touch.

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Classical Music Magazine is full of praise for Festival of Saint Cecilia

Posted on 13th December 2010

We are delighted that Keith Clarke, editor of Classical Music magazine, enjoyed his experience at this year's Festival of Saint Cecilia. Find out what he had to say about the event.

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Classical music meets cafe culture at new series of events in the capital

Posted on 9th December 2010

A new series of events combining world-class classical music with the best elements of a relaxed night out has been launched in London.

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Silent auction at Festival of St. Cecilia a huge success

Posted on 29th November 2010

The silent auction held at this year's Festival of Saint Cecilia Lunch last Wednesday was a huge success, raising just over £5,500.

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Charity auction at Festival of St. Cecilia lunch

Posted on 23rd November 2010

We are excited to announce that there will be a silent auction taking place at this year's Festival of Saint Cecilia lunch, with some superb lots being generously donated. .

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'Don't Lose The Music' campaign to highlight dangers of over exposure to loud music

Posted on 19th November 2010

The Royal National Institute for Deaf People, the largest UK charity tackling hearing loss, have begun a new campaign entitled 'Don't Lose The Music' which aims to cut down on the long term damage to young people’s ears through over exposure to loud music.

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Folk music legend Dave Swarbrick's story

Posted on 8th November 2010

Violinist Dave Swarbrick has had a long and distinguished career, receiving numerous awards for his contributions to music. Find out how the Musicians Benevolent Fund was there to help when illness left him unable to work.

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Musicians Benevolent Fund receives a donation from GiveaCar

Posted on 29th October 2010

The Musicians Benevolent Fund is pleased to announce that it has received a donation of £87.98 from GiveaCar, a social enterprise that raises money for charities by accepting donations of unwanted cars.

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Les Beresford Memorial concert raises £800

Posted on 25th October 2010

A concert held in memory of musician Les Beresford has raised over £800 for the Musicians Benevolent Fund.

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