Panhellenic Musician Union

The Panhellenic Musician Union (Greek: Πανελλήνιος Μουσικός Σύλλογος, ΠΜΣ; also known by its English abbreviation PMU) is a historic Greek professional association and trade union representing musicians. Founded in 1913 by professors of the Athens Conservatory and musicians of the Athens Conservatory Concert Society Orchestra, it is one of the oldest cultural and labour organizations in Greece. The union began its activities in 1915, focusing on the cultivation and promotion of the art of music as well as combating the violation of musicians' labour rights. Initially headquartered in the foyer of the Athens Municipal Theatre, it later acquired its own premises near the old Athens Conservatory building on Piraeus Street, thanks to assistance from the renowned violinist Fritz Kreisler. After some years, the organization relocated to its current address at Sapphous 10, Koumoundourou Square, Athens, following donations from its members. Throughout its history, the union has counted many distinguished Greek musicians among its members, including Dimitri Mitropoulos, Nikos Skalkottas, Maria Callas, Menelaos Pallantios, Friderikos Voloninis, Spyros Farantatos, Iosif Rotsiardis, Dionysios Lavrangas, Manolis Kalomiris, Filoktitis Oikonomidis, and Georgios Papanikolaou. The union continues to be active in the 21st century, engaging in labour actions, advocacy with the Ministry of Culture, and supporting musicians' rights. Its official website provides news, announcements, and information about membership registration and mobilizations.

The Panhellenic Musician Union (Πανελλήνιος Μουσικός Σύλλογος, ΠΜΣ) was founded in 1913 by professors of the Athens Conservatory and musicians of the Athens Conservatory Concert Society Orchestra. Its activities commenced in 1915, with a dual mission: to cultivate and raise awareness of the art of music, and to combat the infringement of musicians' labour rights. The union's first headquarters were in the foyer of the Athens Municipal Theatre. Later, with assistance from the famous violinist Fritz Kreisler, it acquired its own property near the old Athens Conservatory building on Piraeus Street. Eventually, thanks to donations from its members, the organization moved to its current location at Sapphous 10, Koumoundourou Square, Athens. Over the decades, the union has been a focal point for Greek musical life, counting among its members some of the most celebrated Greek musicians of the 20th century, such as Dimitri Mitropoulos, Nikos Skalkottas, Maria Callas, and Manolis Kalomiris. In the modern era, the union continues to advocate for musicians' rights, organize mobilizations, and engage with government bodies such as the Ministry of Culture. Its website regularly publishes announcements regarding member registration, labour actions, and cultural events.

• 1915

  Began activities, focusing on musical art and musicians' labour rights.

• 1913

  Founded by professors of the Athens Conservatory and musicians of the Athens Conservatory Concert Society Orchestra.

• Moved to own premises near the old Athens Conservatory on Piraeus Street with help from Fritz Kreisler.

• Relocated to current headquarters at Sapphous 10, Koumoundourou Square, Athens, after member donations.

Professional association and trade union for musicians in Greece, focused on labour rights and cultural promotion.

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