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I've considered leaving X for a while. The algorithms now throw up less that I want & more that I neither like nor believe. Elon shouldn't control a global media platform and work in govt simultaneously. You can find me on LinkedIn (jamesainscough). Bye! bbc.com/news/articles/cpqd4v…
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I've considered leaving X for a while. The algorithms now throw up less that I want, and more that I neither like nor believe. Elon shouldn't control a global media platform and work in govt simultaneously. Find me on LinkedIn (jamesainscough). Bye! bbc.com/news/articles/cpqd4v…
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Britain’s creative sector was admired around the world, but no young person “should be held back from reaching their full potential, or from pursuing their interests and dream career, due to their socioeconomic background”. theguardian.com/inequality/2…
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James Ainscough OBE retweeted
Movie buffs, this morning's announcements are for you 🎞️ 🔸Crouching Tiger, Hidden Dragon - Fri 25 Apr 2025 (bit.ly/4eYiB9W) 🔸RRR Live - Sun 11 May 2025 (bit.ly/40oR9Oe) Priority Booking opens 10am, Thu 31 Oct. General sale begins 10am, Fri 1 Nov.
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I've just signed this on behalf of @RoyalAlbertHall AI and creators can achieve great things together - but we do need to make sure that creative works are only used when properly licensed.
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James Ainscough OBE retweeted
We're seeking a visionary and entrepreneurial Chief Executive to lead Liverpool Philharmonic in our next phase of development. For further information about the role and how to apply, please download an information pack from: aeminternational.co.uk/curre… Deadline: 29 November, 5pm
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This is SO important... the new Anti-Racism Code of Conduct has been launched by @BLKLivesinMusic and will "become the definitive framework for tackling racism in the industry".
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A new Anti-Racism Code of Conduct unveiled by @BLKLivesinMusic aims to dismantle racial discrimination in the UK music industry mixmag.net/read/black-lives-…
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James Ainscough OBE retweeted
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Today marks a significant step forward for the live music industry. Check out the full press release here! livemusic.biz/news/live-gree… #livemusic #Sustainability #Livegreen
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Huge congratulations Charisse @BLKLivesinMusic, this is richly deserved!
11 Oct 2024
Congratulations to Dr. Charisse Oyediwura the Chief Executive of @BLKLivesinMusic who wins the Music Week Women In Music Award for Campaigner sponsored by @SpotifyUK #MWWIM
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James Ainscough OBE retweeted
Today is #WorldMentalHealthDay, a reminder of the importance of mental wellbeing—but Music Minds Matter is here for you 24/7, 365 days a year. If you work in music and need support, call us anytime at 0808 802 8008 or visit musicmindsmatter.org.uk.
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James Ainscough OBE retweeted
Nearly a quarter (23%) of musicians stated they do not earn enough to support themselves or their families. @WeAreTheMU @HelpMusicians Read more here: helpmusicians.org.uk/about-u…
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Very special job as part of a very special team. Please share widely!
This is a very special job, and the kind of vacancy that rarely comes up. An opportunity to join the brilliant @bbcproms team as Live Events Manager, working @RoyalAlbertHall and at venues across the UK: careers.bbc.co.uk/job/Live-E…
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James Ainscough OBE retweeted
"Only when gender equity is seen as a necessary foundation for achieving excellence will classical music start to sound like an art form fit for the 21st century." I wrote about changing attitudes towards women in classical music for @dailytelegraph telegraph.co.uk/music/classi…
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Brilliant news! Thank you @PPLUK @PeterLeathem for supporting this vital work.
"The need for Music Minds Matter is sadly ever-growing... and the financial support of @PPLUK Giving is a real boost in helping us reach even more who need us.” We're so pleased to announce that Music Minds Matter is the latest recipient of PPL Giving funding.
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James Ainscough OBE retweeted
"The @bbcproms act as a gateway to a love of music of all genres. Cheap to attend and experimental in repertoire, they show how the art will survive." Interesting to read these contributions to @guardianletters: theguardian.com/music/2024/o…
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The power of music, the stardust of @TomCruise, and the magic of the @RoyalAlbertHall. It's an amazing cocktail!
Who better to introduce Top Gun: Maverick live in concert than Maverick himself. Thank you to the @royalphilorch, @lornebalfe and @tomcruise for making this a night to remember.
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The ultimate definition of "she understood the assignment" 😂👌
Playing for a duck’s funeral on BBC Radio 1 was not on my 2024 bingo card...
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Great article, with helpful comments and advice from @HelpMusicians @Grace_Meadows_ #MusicMindsMatter Please share widely.
'Bipolar pop' helps fans with mental health bbc.in/4gwnoke
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James Ainscough OBE retweeted
Another incredible @bbcproms season 👏 James Ainscough OBE (@3James10), Chief Executive of the Royal Albert Hall says: “It's been truly heartwarming to welcome a diverse array of artists and audiences together at the Hall for another sparkling season of the BBC Proms." 🧵1/3
📢 @BBCProms reports record-breaking digital performance! Reaching over 10.6 million people on TV so far, with 4.6 million streams of BBC Proms 2024 content on @BBCiPlayer and @BBCSounds Read more ➡️ bbc.co.uk/mediacentre/2024/b…
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Massive congratulations @Rupinder_V!
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Women In Music 2024: Meet this year's Roll Of Honour in association with TikTok... @Rupinder_V! @PRSforMusic
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