Support Settle Orchestra – Become a Friend, Patron or Sponsor
Help keep live orchestral music thriving in the Yorkshire Dales
Great music deserves great friends.
From stirring symphonies to intimate musical moments, Settle Orchestra brings musicians and audiences together through a shared love of classical music.
As a registered charity, we are proud to bring live orchestral performances to communities across Settle, Skipton, Airedale and Ribblesdale. With the generosity of our Friends, Patrons and Sponsors, we can continue sharing the joy of music, supporting local musical talent and making orchestral concerts part of our community’s cultural life.
Whether you’re a regular concertgoer, a musician yourself or simply someone who believes in the value of live music, there’s a place for you among our supporters.
Become a Friend of Settle Orchestra
From just £12 per year
Being a Friend is a wonderful way to enjoy a closer connection with the orchestra while helping us continue making music.
As a Friend, you’ll enjoy:
- Details of our annual concert programme, so you can look forward to the music ahead.
- Complimentary concert programmes when attending our performances.
- Opportunities to join social events, meet orchestra members and fellow supporters, and take part in fundraising activities.
Most importantly, you’ll know that your support is helping to sustain live orchestral music in our local communities.
Annual Friendship:
- Individual membership: £12
- Joint membership: £20
BECOME A FRIEND
Become a Patron of Settle Orchestra
£50 per year
If you’d like to make an even greater contribution, becoming a Patron is a meaningful way to support the orchestra’s future.
Patrons enjoy all the benefits of Friendship, plus two complimentary concert tickets each year.
It’s our way of saying thank you for helping us continue to bring inspiring classical music performances to local audiences.
BECOME A PATRON
Sponsor an Orchestral Seat
£25 per year
Do you have a favourite instrument? Perhaps the soaring sound of the violin, the warmth of the cello or the unmistakable voice of the French horn?
Our orchestral seat sponsorship scheme offers a personal way to show your support.
For £25 a year, you can sponsor a position in Settle Orchestra and have your name acknowledged in our concert programmes alongside your chosen instrument.
It’s a lovely way to celebrate your connection with music, honour someone special or simply support the musicians who bring our concerts to life.
Patrons may also sponsor an orchestral seat at no additional cost.
SPONSOR A SEAT
Join Our Community of Music Lovers
There’s always a good time to become a Friend.
Membership is annual and can begin at the start of any of our three orchestra terms — Winter, Spring or Summer.
Whether you’ve just discovered Settle Orchestra or have been attending our concerts for years, we’d love to welcome you.
Ready to join us?
To become a Friend, Patron or Sponsor, please complete a membership application form and email to:
We’d be delighted to hear from you.
Your support helps keep the music playing. Thank you!
Join our 200 Club
The Settle Orchestra 200 Club is another way that we raise funds to help keep the Orchestra running.
For an annual payment of £12 you will be entered into a draw 6 times a year with a maximum of 200 fellow members to win a £20 prize each time.
For details of how to join the club, please email meg.crossley@outlook.com
🎼 Corporate Sponsorship Opportunities
Support the Sound of Our Community
Settle Orchestra brings the joy of live classical music to the Yorkshire Dales, enriching our community through performance, education, and participation. As a registered charity, we rely on the generous support of individuals and organisations to help keep the music alive.
We invite local businesses and organisations to become a Corporate Sponsor from £500 upwards. Your sponsorship helps cover essential costs such as:
🎵 Music rental and performance licences
🎼 Rehearsal venue hire and professional soloist fees
🚆 Our conductor’s weekly travel expenses – 🌟 supported by Northern Rail
Settle Orchestra is delighted to announce a new partnership with northern rail, which will provide transport support for the our conductor’s weekly train journey from Manchester to Settle. Read about the partnership here.
🎟️ Pay It Forward – Donate a Ticket
In return, we offer tailored recognition to suit your business, including:
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Logo placement in concert programmes and on our website
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Mentions on social media and in press releases
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Complimentary concert tickets and invitations to exclusive events
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The opportunity to support a specific concert, soloist, or piece of music
Help us sustain and grow this local treasure while aligning your brand with culture, creativity, and community spirit.
To find out more, please contact our committee chairman Charles Dobson at charles_snaygill@yahoo.co.uk