170 Years of Music in Bradford
Bradford Festival Choral Society is celebrating 170 years of music, community and civic life in the city we’ve called home since 1856.
Available from late September 2026.
Order your FREE 170th Season Brochure
Our anniversary season is a landmark moment — a celebration of Bradford’s cultural heritage and a commitment to its musical future. We are inviting businesses, organisations and individuals to partner with us in supporting ambitious live music-making, widening access to culture, and nurturing the next generation of musicians.
Music meant everything to me when I was growing up and Bradford was part of it, so this gives me a chance to say thank you — long may it continue.
— Alan Bennett
Why partner with BFCS?
BFCS is one Bradford’s longest-standing cultural organisations, performing major choral-orchestral works and working with community partners to ensure that great music is welcoming, inclusive and accessible.
As a partner, you’ll be supporting:
- A choir founded in 1856, with a continuous civic presence
- Performances at St George’s Hall, Price Hall and other key venues
- Audiences of several hundred across the season
- National recognition artistic ambition
- 2025 Making Music Award for Diverse Programming
- 2023 Royal Philharmonic Society Inspiration Award shortlist
- Community initiatives supporting families, young people and local groups
- BFCS Inspire, our initiative nurturing young musicians through mentoring, performance opportunities and financial support
Partnership Opportunities
The 170th anniversary season offers a range of flexible partnership pathways for businesses, organisations and individuals who wish to support music, community engagement and cultural life in Bradford.
Community Supporters (£150–£500)
Ideal for local businesses and individuals who want to champion Bradford’s cultural life.
Community Access Partners (£1,000–£3,000)
Help widen access to live music through community invitations, young listeners’ resources and outreach activity.
Season Partners (£5,000+)
Play a leading role in one of Bradford’s most significant cultural anniversaries, with visibility across the anniversary season.
Bespoke Partnerships
We also welcome tailored partnerships, including:
- sponsoring a soloist
- supporting the orchestra
- programme advertising
- in-kind support
- hospitality partnerships
Learn More
Download our 170th Season Partnership Brochure below for more details or get in touch to discuss how we can work together.
Contact: marketing@bradfordfestivalchoralsociety.org.uk
