It often begins with an email or phone call that never comes. A young musician, trained for years, waits to hear from the contractor who controls access to the pit, the recording studio, or the symphony hall. They may never hear back. Not because of their playing, but because of something else entirely: they are not on the right list, not in the right circle, or no longer in the right graces.

Whether you're receiving threatening messages, being doxxed, impersonated, or targeted by smear campaigns, it's important to know your rights, what actions you can take, and how to protect yourself. Whether you're a student, freelancer, full-time performer, arts administrator, music professor, or a parent of a music student....knowing your rights and taking proactive steps can help you stay safe and hold abusers accountable.

It's essential to know your legal rights, your protections, and how to take action when lines are crossed, whether you're a freelance artist, orchestral musician, conservatory student, or professor.