Dave Webster

Dave Webster is Head of International at the Musicians’ Union. The Musicians’ Union is a globally-respected organisation which represents over 36,000 musicians working in all sectors of the music business. As well as negotiating on behalf of musicians with all the major employers in the industry, the MU offers a range of services tailored for the self-employed by providing assistance for professional and student musicians of all ages. www.themu.org

Dave joined the MU in 2004 following a busy career as a freelance drummer, percussionist and teacher. He first worked for the MU in the London office and was London Region Senior Organiser from 2007 to 2013. Dave then headed up the Live Performance Department until 2022 when, following the UK’s departure from Europe Dave was made Head of International, focusing his work on tackling the difficulties caused for musicians by Brexit as well as aspects MU members face when working overseas such as visas, CITES, travelling with instruments. Dave has a TUC seat on the UK Domestic Advisory Group, is currently Chair of LIVE Touring and the newly formed Cultural Exchange Coalition.