Help Musicians
@HelpMusicians
Home of the charities Help Musicians and Music Minds Matter.
We're here for the people behind the music.
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Please note that we are no longer using X. Comments and direct messages will now no longer be monitored.
To stay updated about our work, be sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn @ HelpMusicians.
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Please note that from 15/05/2026 we will no longer be using X. Comments and direct messages will also not be monitored after that date.
To stay updated about our work, be sure to follow us on Instagram, Facebook and LinkedIn @ HelpMusicians.
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Meet the musicians we're supporting through our Peter Whittingham Jazz Award this year.
We're providing financial support and mentorship to help artists develop their craft, record new music, and take significant steps forward in their careers:
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Ask questions, take space.
DJ/Producer Nooriyah stopped by our offices last year, and we aksed her what she would say to emerging DJs and artists. 🎶
Community is often the difference between burning out and carrying on.
Music and musicians needs people around to thrive.
You never stop being a musician, and sometimes, support stays with you for life.
Over 50 years ago, Lauretta first connected with Help Musicians. We recently spoke with her and Lesley Garrett about their journeys in music and what it means to be backed when it counts.
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Jazz saxophonist Harry Keeble almost lost it all during the pandemic. We helped him, and he's since run the Great North Run to help us help more musicians like him.
You can do the same. Sign up for a challenge in 2026 & support musicians across the UK:
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Support for UK Rap is crucial.
That’s why we launched the UK Rap Award: £3,000, mentoring, and peer support to help artists across UK Rap and its sub-genres push their careers forward.
Find out more here:
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Thanks to everyone who's donated to my @JustGiving page so far. You've helped me become one of JustGiving's top 5 percent of fundraisers in the last month! You can see what I'm doing for @HelpMusicians and why here:
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New year, new trainers…
I love being a trustee of @HelpMusicians and am so pleased to be doing this (admittedly ridiculous) challenge for them. Any donations are received with a huge amount of gratitude!
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@classicjacko @HelpMusicians @classicjacko what a brilliant project! Many years ago, @HelpMusicians supported me when I found myself as carer for a terminally ill partner and was unable to take on concert engagements. They helped me to rebuild my life and return to professional work. Everyone please support!
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Kickstart 2026 by taking on a challenge that supports musicians across the UK! 🏃♂️🎵
Every step you take directly helps musicians get financial support, mental health services & career opportunities.
Find out more here:
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For any music folks having a tough time over the break @HelpMusicians' Music Minds Matter is a support line staffed by folks who'll understand the often weird and confusing world we're attempting to navigate.
Free, 24/7, confidential.
📞 0808 802 8008
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Our offices are closed 24 Dec–2 Jan, but your safety and wellbeing still come first.
For emergencies or urgent support, see the slides. Music Minds Matter Helpline is open all holiday: 0808 802 8008 | Text MUSIC to 85258
More info:
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Thanks to musicians, we don’t have to spend Christmas without music 🎄✨
Our Christmas video celebrates the people behind the music we all love.
Thank you musicians! You’re the reason we can enjoy the music that brings people together, not only on Christmas, but every day.
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Postgraduate music study is rewarding, but it’s intense.
If you’re starting postgraduate instrumental study next year, you could receive up to £5,000 towards your study and living costs through our Postgraduate Awards.
Find out more here:
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Are you making this mistake as a music artist? 👀
Ben Wynter shares some business advice for artists on how you think of yourself in the industry.
UK rap artists, this one’s for you.
The UK Rap Award with Tiffany Calver offers a 12-month programme with up to £3,000, tailored mentoring, peer support and career guidance.
Apply here:
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Music is like a man's best friend.
All the joy. None of the chewed sofas.
DJ and Producer Nooriyah talks to us about what music means to her🐶
If you’re studying instrumental performance at postgraduate level next year, you could also receive up to £5,000 towards your study and living costs.
Find out more here:
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