Sponsor a Chorister
Our 'Sponsor a Chorister’ initiative is open to individuals and organisations and is a simple way to help us sustain the world class training that we offer musically-gifted children, right here in Cornwall. As a sponsor you will have a unique and tangible experience of the difference you are making, both to the young people of Cornwall and to Truro Cathedral Choir, described recently by the BBC’s Petroc Trelawny as ‘One of the nation’s finest choirs’.
We work hard to nurture our 36 boy and girl choristers, continuing a vibrant musical heritage that goes back 140 years. Now, however, to secure their future, we urgently need your financial help.
“It’s vital we protect this precious part of the Duchy’s culture and the pathway it provides for our most musically talented children.” Edward Bolitho, Lord Lieutenant of Cornwall.
The cost of nurturing excellence
It costs £3,500 to £5,000 per year to support each chorister with 250 hours of singing tuition, mentoring, music, robes, transport and bursaries for Truro School. Choristers come from many different backgrounds and these bursaries are vital and ensure no child is turned away for lack of family funds.
As a Chorister Sponsor, with an annual commitment of £1,000-5,000 or a one-off donation, you will be giving a child in Cornwall access to this life-changing, world class opportunity.
Remember a musical loved one
Sponsorships may made in memory of a loved one, with the option of a photograph and dedication online and in our concert programmes.
Corporate sponsorships
We welcome corporate sponsorships and are interested to talk with organisations which share our values: a passion for excellence, creative community engagement, a dedication to provide aspirational pathways for young people in the South West, and a commitment to represent Cornwall on a worldwide stage. Your company branding can be displayed online and in concert literature.
Our thank you to Chorister Sponsors
As a token of our thanks, we offer our sponsors:
Bespoke ‘behind the scenes’ experiences such as attendance at a rehearsal, a demonstration of the Father Willis organ, or a tour to private areas of the cathedral
Two complimentary premium tickets to two cathedral choir concerts each year
Optional acknowledgement (programme and website)
Invitation to the annual choir family party
Regular updates and newsletters
Find out more or sign up
For more information about Sponsor a Chorister, or to sign up, please leave your details below and a member of the team will be in touch.
To explore other ways to support the choir, please visit our 'support us' page.