Membership
Why join NAME?
As a NAME member you will be part of a professional organisation representing all those involved in music education including:
- Class and instrumental teachers
- Heads of music services
- Advisers
- Inspectors
- Lecturers in Initial Teacher Education (ITE) and Higher Education
- Community musicians
- Independent consultants
Corporate members include publishers, retailers and software providers.
What will I get?
- A quarterly members’ newsletter, Postbag, featuring updates and information on current issues – sent free to all members.
- Three issues per year of NAME Magazine, containing authoritative articles on the work of members and other key figures in music education – sent free to all members.
- High quality publications relevant to all aspects of your work – available at reduced prices for members.
- A yearly information Bulletin providing guidance on significant current issues – sent free to all members.
- A national Annual Conference and Exhibition, with reduced prices for members.
- Opportunities to take part in regional events and focus group activities.
- Access to a lively interactive website with resources, pinboard and forums.
- Access to a superb network of members and the chance to be consulted about the major issues that concern you.
If you have an enquiry about membership, please email admin@name.org.uk
Membership benefits
- Join a professional network spanning the music education field
- Share advice and support and debate with experts and peers
- Up to date information on topical issues
- Opportunities to meet others working in your area
- Access to resources, skills and professional development
- Contribute to a strong and unified voice for music education








