In a major move to improve the health and wellbeing of music creators, the PRS Members’ Fund and BAPAM have teamed up to launch InTune, a pioneering digital platform designed specifically for songwriters, composers, and musicians. This tool aims to address the unique challenges faced by those in the music industry, offering a comprehensive and clinically-backed resource to help them manage both physical and mental health, navigate career obstacles, and maintain peak performance.
With a special focus on addressing the mental and physical health concerns commonly faced by music creators, InTune has the potential to revolutionize how musicians approach self-care and wellbeing. As the music industry continues to evolve, this initiative is a timely and much-needed solution to ensure that musicians have the support they need to thrive both creatively and physically.
What is InTune?
InTune is an intuitive digital platform that provides personalized health assessments, actionable insights, and tailored resources to musicians. It emphasizes addressing the physical, emotional, and mental challenges unique to musicians, songwriters, and composers. From strategies for managing writer’s block to guidance on maintaining financial wellbeing, InTune is designed to enhance resilience and keep music creators performing at their best.
Key Features of InTune
- Personalized Health Assessments
InTune uses a smart and easy-to-navigate interface to offer personalized health assessments that highlight specific areas of concern for music creators. These assessments are backed by expert insights from BAPAM, providing users with tailored advice to improve their overall wellbeing. - Specialized Resources for Mental and Physical Health
With a focus on the unique challenges musicians face, InTune provides an array of resources aimed at promoting both mental and physical health. It offers expert-backed advice on preventing common physical injuries associated with the music industry, such as repetitive strain injuries, hearing loss, and vocal strain. - Support for Financial Management and Career Sustainability
Recognizing that many musicians and composers work on a freelance basis, InTune also provides resources to manage finances, budget effectively, and plan for a sustainable career. This feature is particularly important given the financial instability that often accompanies a career in the arts. - Clinically-Sound Backing from BAPAM
Every resource provided by InTune is designed with clinical oversight from BAPAM, ensuring that users receive accurate, scientifically sound information that is directly relevant to the challenges they face in their profession.
The Collaboration Behind InTune: PRS Members’ Fund & BAPAM
This groundbreaking initiative comes as a result of a collaboration between two prominent organizations: the PRS Members’ Fund and BAPAM.
PRS Members’ Fund: A Pillar of Support for Music Creators
The PRS Members’ Fund is a charity that offers financial support to PRS songwriters and composers who are facing difficulties. Its mission is to help music creators through tough times, both financially and in terms of health. With its commitment to supporting the wellbeing of musicians, the PRS Members’ Fund has played a pivotal role in making InTune a reality.
BAPAM: Experts in Performing Arts Medicine
BAPAM (British Association for Performing Arts Medicine) is a UK-based organization dedicated to supporting the health of those in the performing arts, including musicians, dancers, and actors. BAPAM’s team of medical professionals specializes in understanding the unique physical, cognitive, and emotional demands of a performing arts career. Their expertise has been instrumental in shaping the clinically sound framework of InTune, ensuring that users receive the highest level of care.
Why InTune is Vital for Music Creators
The launch of InTune comes at a crucial time, as the health challenges faced by musicians are gaining global attention. Notable figures such as Chappell Roan and Sam Fender have recently spoken out about the mental and physical struggles they’ve encountered in their careers. From managing performance anxiety to dealing with physical strain from constant practice and touring, music creators face significant hurdles that can affect both their health and their ability to produce work.
A Growing Concern: The Health of Music Creators
Recent statistics indicate that 75% of musicians and composers will experience a health issue that impacts their career. These problems often stem from repetitive physical movements, long working hours, and the pressure to perform at the highest level. However, many of these issues are preventable with the right support and guidance. This is where InTune steps in, offering the tools and resources that musicians need to address their health proactively.
The Official Launch of InTune
InTune will be officially unveiled at the PRS AGM and London Members’ Day on Tuesday, June 3, 2025. This high-profile event will bring together industry professionals and music creators, providing them with a firsthand look at how the platform can support their health and wellbeing.
Testimonials: How InTune is Set to Make an Impact
Several key figures in the music and healthcare industries have already expressed their enthusiasm for the launch of InTune.
John Logan, General Secretary of PRS Members’ Fund
“Working in the music industry is tough. Multiple challenges on both health and finances can affect songwriters and composers’ capacity to continue creating. InTune is designed to offer real-time insights into your wellbeing, alongside tailored information and resources, no matter your current situation.”
Heather Small MBE, Soul Singer-Songwriter and PRS Members’ Fund Patron
“InTune is an innovative health and wellbeing facility for music creators, created by music creators. It’s a tool that can truly benefit all of us in the music industry.”
Claire Cordeaux, CEO of BAPAM
“Musicians often face a range of health issues that impact their careers. With InTune, we’re offering clinically sound, specialized support that is tailored to the specific needs of musicians and composers. We’re thrilled to partner with PRS Members’ Fund to make this tool available to the music community.”
Dr. Finola Ryan, Medical Director of BAPAM
“Musicians are frequently overwhelmed by the sheer amount of health advice available online. InTune provides them with clear, reliable, and clinically-backed guidance, helping them make informed decisions about their health and career.”
Free Access and Support for PRS Members
InTune is free to use for all PRS Members, and it provides easy access to specialized support from both the PRS Members’ Fund and BAPAM. For those not yet members, InTune offers a range of valuable resources that can help any musician or composer, with the potential for more personalized support as they become members of PRS.
Conclusion: A Game-Changer for Music Creators’ Health
InTune is set to become a game-changer in the way music creators manage their health, finances, and career sustainability. By offering personalized health assessments, tailored resources, and expert support, this innovative platform helps musicians face the unique challenges of their profession. Whether it’s dealing with physical strain or managing mental health, InTune is the ultimate tool for maintaining wellbeing in an often challenging industry.
