Putting on events

In the summer edition of Highnotes: we explore how groups can adapt to and implement change, and what Making Music can do to support them in the process. Will Prideux, Director of Peterborough Sings! talks about Peterborough Male Voice Choir’s work supporting project-based recruitment. We also discuss the second report from the Big Survey 2022, focusing on the financial contributions the leisure-time music sector makes to professionals.  

Music agency providing live bands for every occasion. 

Based in Nottingham, Sound Escapes is a specialist touring operator that arranges tailor-made tours for music ensembles in the UK, Ireland and beyond. 

Try Booking online ticketing makes life easier and helps to grow audiences. 

Music groups face a range of challenges – from finding committee members with enough time to do the organizing, increasing costs and declining audience numbers.

Small changes can make a big difference and one easy win is moving to online ticketing.

If you currently manage ticketing manually consider:

With over 68 years of experience, Specialised Travel is the oldest concert tour company in the UK, arranging bespoke tours worldwide. Our global network of accomplished musicians and travel experts provide access to the best venues and performance opportunities. From iconic international concert halls to the cultural centres of Europe, we offer everything from long-haul adventures to budget-friendly trips by coach or train. We’re dedicated to providing every group with an exceptional quality tour. 

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Andrea Lee, chair of Barnes Concert Band, tells us how connecting with other music groups and organisations within their local community has led to a year of incredible collaborations and exciting performances. They share valuable lessons gained along the way for other groups seeking to deepen their community ties.  

Tim Davis of Birmingham Festival Choral Society tells us how his group go about organising their own tours. 

Tell us a little bit about your group

Birmingham Festival Choral Society is a friendly and enthusiastic SATB choir of around 110 members. We sing a wide variety of the world's best choral music! We perform regularly in Birmingham, sometimes elsewhere in the UK and every three years we organise a tour to Europe.