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A brand new conference will take place in Northampton, on 22 May, focused on pathways into music and media for young people who have fallen out of mainstream societal infrastructures.  The Musically Unorthodox Conference will bring together music educators, the music industry and young creators to discuss informal pathways into music and media careers.  It will consider how the music and wider creative industries can better work with youth and community organisations, and local authorities and institutions, to connect with and support young adults who are not currently in education, employment or training, enabling them to hone their creative skills, make connections and advance their careers.  The conference is the latest initiative from the Youth Music supported Musically Unorthodox programme founded by Daniel ‘HD’ Johnson, which - since 2018 - has been guiding students on a journey of acquiring creative skills and exploring practical ways to use them for educational and career advancement.  Music and creativity can be used as powerful alternatives to criminal involvement and as well as routes out of poverty, engaging at-risk youth, reducing reoffending and tackling youth unemployment.

At In Music In media our exhibition days are where we open our doors to the general public to come along and see the work we do and the great people we work with.

In a landmark moment for local education and creative innovation, our community celebrated the official opening of the MU Creative Space, a multimedia educational facility, and the brainchild of the Musically Unorthodox (MU) project.

In the ever-evolving landscape of music and creative industries, providing opportunities for young people to explore their talents and passions is crucial.

Apply Here: Sign Up As part of the MU project we are running The MU Class of '23 through August/September for young creatives (aged 14-18) who have left school or are preparing to do so without any further education, training, or employment secured.

Summer is the perfect time for young creatives to explore their passions, develop their talents, and unleash their artistic potential.

In late 2022, In Music In Media (IMIM) received a Trailblazer grant from the Youth Music National Charity, setting in motion the development of the Musically Unorthodox (MU) project.

The UON Changemaker Awards 2023 showcased the incredible work being done by various Voluntary, Community, or Social Enterprise Organisations (VCSEs) and Charities.

To keep you motivated and help with your music creation we have created a list of the top FREE apps for beginners!

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Warner Music have launched new label 'OUT OF ORDER' with the tagline "a diverse collection of sounds in no particular order." The label will showcase different artists, music, cultures, and communities from all over the world, including Africa, India, the Middle East, Southeastern Europe, and the Eastern Mediterranean.

We have all known and loved popular televised talent shows in which the winner is offered a record contract at the end, and the record industry are now increasingly using platforms such as TikTok to suss out potential talent from users who are showcasing themselves on the platform.