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Read More»RSM People: Alison Moncrieff-Kelly
As a former beneficiary, a Member and a part of the Court of Assistants, cellist Alison Moncrieff-Kelly has first-hand experience of more facets of RSM than most. Here, she explains how she became involved with the Society and how RSM has helped her throughout her career.
Read More»RSM People: Toby Thatcher
While much of the support RSM provides is for treatments that bring musicians back to
full health, just as much of the support goes towards managing long-term health issues, as is the case for Australian-British conductor Toby Thatcher. Find out how RSM has been able to help fund the consistent attention his health demands.
HM Queen Elizabeth II
The Royal Society of Musicians’ President, Chairman, Governors, Members and staff send their deepest condolences to the Royal Family following the death of HM Queen Elizabeth II.
Read More»RSM People: Kim Murphy
RSM is proud to be a charity run by musicians for musicians. Bassoonist Kim Murphy became a Member in 2018 and then a Governor in 2020, responsible for the decision making that helps her fellow colleagues across the profession. She tells us what goes on behind the scenes.
Read More»RSM People: Nigel Waterhouse
Having spent decades bringing attention to the accordion, Nigel Waterhouse began to suffer hearing loss, which was made worse by several well-meaning attempts to help before a specialist stepped in. Find out how RSM has helped fund Nigel’s new hearing aids and what difference they have made to his sound world.
Read More»RSM People: Ben Tarlton
For a musician to express themselves properly, they need not only ability, but also the right instrument. The Society’s Fine Instrument Scheme enables professional musicians to have use of high quality stringed instruments on a medium to long-term basis. The Scheme has recently been gifted a William Forster cello which has been made available to Ben Tarlton. He tells RSM what it means to have world-class equipment at his disposal.
Read More»In Depth: Perfectionism and recovery in the moment
Member Tony Alcock’s dual career as a life and performance coach and double bassist makes him uniquely placed to understand a musician’s pursuit of perfection, the impact it can have on performers and how we can overcome our unhealthy tendencies. He recently presented at our Healthy Practice Webinar on the topic, here he summarises what was covered.
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