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THE 18TH CENTURY CONCERT ORCHESTRA

* Please make contact for updated details * The 18th Century Concert Orchestra: the original tribute band. Since its first concerts in September 2001, the 18th Century Concert Orchestra has been delighting audiences with its pictorial view of how an 18th century concert might have looked and sounded. In historical costumes, using instruments of the era and including contemporary commentaries, the orchestra's performances are full of charm, elegance and wit. "Like viewing an eighteenth century painting with all the dirt and varnish removed - absolutely fantastic", Bath Music Critic. Contact: Garry Clarke, Executive Director. Address: c/o 3 Brackenfield Road, Hasbury, Halesowen, West Midlands B63 1AH. Tel.: 0151 334 1956. E-mail: info@18thcentury.co.uk
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LONDON FILM MUSIC ORCHESTRA (previously listed as NOTTING HILL ORCHESTRA FOR FILM MUSIC)

* Please check for updated details * The London Film Music Orchestra is a London-based orchestra made up of both professional and non-professional musicians. The purpose of the orchestra is to perform exclusively film music, popular classical pieces and arranged popular songs. From its inception as the Notting Hill Orchestra for Film Music, it has provided its members with a vehicle for enjoying and developing their musical talents and encourages awareness and appreciation of film music among its members and the public at large. "The orchestra offered its first concert in October 2014, just three months after it was founded, performing selected film soundtracks and popular classical works. The feedback was fantastic and many people who attended immediately expressed interest in future performances. The second concert was in April 2015 and tickets were completely sold out. Notting Hill Orchestra for Film Music is funded principally by non-professional member subscriptions and by concert ticket sales, but we need to rely on additional sources of income such as corporate sponsorship in order to grow and improve the quality of our performances. Money we raise through sponsorship allows us to pay for our professional musicians and music hire and thus to continue to bring our music to the local area. It also allows us to pay for film music repertoire copyrights that would otherwise be impossible for our players and audiences to enjoy. For sponsors, our website and concert programmes provide opportunities to bring your organisation to a wider audience, thus potentially generating new customer leads, and also enhancing your organisation's reputation in the community through sponsorship of the arts. We have several sponsorship packages designed to mutually benefit corporate sponsors as well as the orchestra". Contact: Ms Rossi Dusheva. Address: 26-28 Keswick Road, 21 Keswick Heights, London SW15 2JR. Tel.: 07791 439921. E-mail: help@londonfilmmusicorchestra.com
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THE NATIONAL CONCERT ORCHESTRA OF GREAT BRITAIN

* Please contact for updated details * The National Concert Orchestra of Great Britain was formed with two specific remits: (a)to provide valuable work opportunities for graduate music students; and (b) to perform music repertoire which is commercially feasible and desirable. The orchestra itself is basically fixed at thirty musicians and is expanded to forty-five musicians on occasion. The repertoire performed ranges from 'Popular Classical' to 'Light Popular' and a variety of concert performances, not limited to its recent Bat - the Symphony tour (the music of Meatloaf), Abba - the Symphony, A Festival for Christmas, which features the widest range of popular classical and Easy Listening. The concert performances have also included The Last Night of the Proms, The Vienna Proms, which are appreciated by a wider public than most orchestras realise and A Festival of Film, which featured the most popular film music from the American Billboard Top 100. The sponsorship opportunity is for a person or persons, with a genuine interest in a wide genre of orchestral music, to participate in the development of the orchestra, its players (who are mostly in their early twenties) and in overseeing the presentation to a wider public of music repertoire other than the heavy classics. "As Musical Director and Conductor of the orchestra", says Greg Francis, "my own experience has been in writing orchestrations and conducting some of the well known orchestras, including five years with various of the BBC (light) orchestras in the 1980s and the German Radio Orchestras (NDR and HR Frankfurt). I have most recently orchestrated for and conducted two programmes of popular music for the RLPO (Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra) which have been extremely popular with the wider public. I have the personal time and resources to provide most of the musical orchestrations to the orchestra free of charge, and so none of the sponsorship money would be used for this purpose. To sponsor one concert of any of the above music programmes would require an input of up to, but not exceeding, £5,700.00, to guarantee against any unexpected losses. We do not require sponsorship to purchase instruments or music parts.". Contact: Greg Francis, Musical Director. Address: Marton Lodge, 3 New Hall Avenue North, Blackpool FY4 5HY. Tel.: 01253 695446. E-mail: greg@usoproductions.co.uk.
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NEW MOZART ORCHESTRA

The New Mozart Orchestra has a mission: it is to bring live orchestral music into the community, and specifically to Britain's youngsters. In this exciting new sponsorship opportunity, the nmo is preparing to deliver seven 'mini-residencies' throughout England. Each residency will comprise three days of schools' concerts and an 'academy' showcasing and encouraging talented local children, and will culminate in a public concert given by the nmo under the directorship of conductor Clive Fairbairn. As well as the association with high quality music-making and an organisation that contributes to the much-needed musical nourishment of Britain's children, many other benefits are available to the sponsor. These include premium advertising opportunities, brand exposure, the chance to participate in workshops with orchestra members, prime seating at concerts and complimentary tickets. The nmo has for many years been a leading provider of concert and outreach activity. And so, with this substantial experience of delivering outstanding performances to a wide variety of age groups, it is a natural progression to stimulate interest and access in local communities. Attracting fantastic reviews ("Last night it was impossible not to hang on every note in the performance that opened another evening with the New Mozart Orchestra under Clive Fairbairn" - The Times), the nmo can provide the opportunity to develop a mutually beneficial partnership, a relationship which could change the cultural and corporate lives of people across the length and breadth of the country. More information on joining such organisations as The Foundation for Sport and the Arts, Xerox UK and The Esmé Fairbairn Trust and sponsoring the nmo is available on request. Contact: Susanna Fairbairn, Sponsorship Officer. Address: PO Box 713, High Wycombe, Buckinghamshire HP13 5XE. Tel.: 01494 520359. Fax: 01494 520359. E-mail: nmotrust@aol.com
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MILAP - formerly listed as SAMYO - THE NATIONAL SOUTH ASIAN YOUTH ORCHESTRA

Please contact for updated details Samyo (MILAP) is looking for sponsors to support the development of young musicians trained in Indian classical music. The orchestra is looking for sponsorship support to fund the participation of young musicians and to help to create opportunities for young people to learn music. Samyo was created in 2002 with a grant from Youth Music and is now established as one of nine NYMOs (National Youth Music Organisations) funded by national charity Youth Music. The vision for Samyo was to create performance and development opportunities for young musicians under the age of eighteen, trained in the north and south Indian classical music styles. Members are selected through national auditions held every year and the orchestra is open to talented young musicians between the ages of 10 and 18. Within that age group, Samyo is open to both male and female participants from any ethnic, social or geographical background. • The Music ... Samyo is unique in Indian classical music, as it combines musicians and instruments trained in the largely divergent north and south Indian classical styles, an innovation only recently adopted even by professional and world class musicians. The orchestra commissions new pieces regularly, by some of the biggest names in Indian classical music, but also performs from the vast repertoire and improvisation frameworks of traditional music, handed down over generations. The instruments include sitar, Santoor, flute, tabla, Mridangam, violin, veena - and vocals, too. • Performances ... Since 2002, Samyo has presented concerts of between twelve and twenty-four members on stage, at venues or festivals including The Lowry, Greater Manchester, QEH, London, Symphony Hall, Birmingham, Peepul Centre, Leicester, British Museum, London, Festival of British Youth Orchestras, Glasgow and Edinburgh, Cadogan Hall (with the National Youth Brass Band of Great Britain), The Sage, Gateshead. • Training & Development ... All activities, concerts, rehearsals and workshops are free to participants, and the orchestra holds an annual Summer Retreat for creating new compositions, for team-building, technique work and rehearsals. Samyo (MILAP) members undergo regular rehearsals, but also require support in personal development, and in 2007 the orchestra initiated a plan for each musician to develop artistically through tailor-made workshops and individual sessions. • Outreach & Education ... To further the work of the orchestra, Samyo (MILAP) needs to reach new areas of the country and to inspire new musicians to join, through workshops and new performances. It is also developing an education plan to create a new teaching centre, and influence schools and colleges to have an experience of Indian classical music. Contact: MILAP. Address: Studio C, 16 Jordan Street, Liverpool L1 0BP. Tel.: 0151 707 6645. E-mail: info@milap.co.uk
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ALDWORTH PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA (APO)
The APO aims to harness the musical talent of the community in and around Reading. Contact: via this webpage - www.aldworthphilharmonic.org.uk/contact-us-2/
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BRITTEN SINFONIA

Britten Sinfonia is one of the world's most celebrated and pioneering ensembles. The orchestra is acclaimed for its virtuoso musicianship, a bold approach to concert programming that makes intelligent connections across five hundred years of repertoire, and a versatility that is second to none. Britten Sinfonia breaks the mould by not having a principal conductor or director, instead choosing to collaborate with a range of the finest international guest artists from across the musical spectrum. In a single season Britten Sinfonia can play intimate chamber concerts and present large orchestral works, collaborate with theatres, perform with contemporary dance companies and premiere new operas. It works with a diverse range of partners and commissions new music from both established names and emerging talent. Britten Sinfonia presents outstanding music to audiences in the world's finest concert halls as well as in its local communities. It also nurtures talent and raises the aspirations of the next generation through its Creative Learning programme, including those who might not otherwise be afforded the opportunity. Address: Compass House, 80 Newmarket Street, Cambridge CB5 8DZ. Tel.: 01223 300795. E-mail: contact details

LONDON CONCERTANTE

* Please check for updates * London Concertante is proud to have been hailed as one of the finest chamber orchestras in the country. The orchestra performs concerts throughout the UK at top venues including the South Bank, the Barbican and St. Martin-in-the-Fields. A diverse range of sponsorship and corporate hospitality packages is offered, which can be tailored to suit the available budget. Benefits can include complimentary tickets, company logo on flyers and advertisements, hospitality at concerts and corporate CDs. Contact: Chris Grist, General Manager. Address: 105 Ferndale Road, London SW4 7RL. Tel.: 020-7207-3564. Fax: 020-7652-0979. E-mail: cmg@londonconcertante.com.
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LONDON SINFONIETTA

Concerts, tours, recordings and musical commissions may all be sponsored. Address: London Sinfonietta, Theatro Technis, 26 Crowndale Road, London NW1 1TT. Tel.: 020 3869 0801. E-mail: info@londonsinfonietta.org.uk.
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MIDLANDS YOUTH JAZZ ORCHESTRA

The Midlands Youth Jazz Orchestra is seeking sponsors. Contact: John Ruddick, Band Director. Address: Birmingham, England. Tel.: +44 01675 442050. E-mail: johnruddick@myjo.co.uk
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THE NATIONAL SAXOPHONE CHOIR OF GREAT BRITAIN

* Please check for updated details * The National Saxophone Choir is a 30-strong group of accomplished saxophone players, playing the full range of saxophones in all their various shapes and sizes: from the tiny sopranino to the enormous bass. The group is seeking sponsorship to enable them to continue with their rehearsal and performance plans. The group is also active in commissioning new repertoire. They are now seeking in-kind and/or cash support for rehearsal, Birmingham-based and national performances. Particular areas for in-kind sponsorship include rehearsal space, travel, conductor fees and print. In return, the group offers sponsors visibility through inclusion in concert print, advertising, the opportunity for corporate events associated with the group and the enhancement of brand image from involvement with a highly identifiable ensemble. Contact: via form
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ORCHESTRA OF THE AGE OF ENLIGHTENMENT

Sponsorship of the Orchestra of the Age of Enlightenment provides the opportunity to be associated with an international Orchestra of high calibre which performs 70-80 concerts per year, including a London season at the South Bank Centre, a prestigious residency at Glyndebourne and performances at major concert halls and festivals around the world. The Orchestra works closely with sponsoring companies to develop events in a way which is appropriate to the sponsor's corporate objectives. The OAE generates almost 30% of its turnover from private sources, with only 2% of income in the form of government grants. The orchestra has always prided itself in its ability to attract, engage and retain major sponsors including Jupiter Asset Management, GlaxoSmithKline and Goldman Sachs. Contact: Director of Development. Address: Acland Burghley School, 93 Burghley Road, London NW5 1UH. Tel.: 020 8159 9322. E-mail: info@oae.co.uk
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THE PHILHARMONIA ORCHESTRA

Founded in 1945, the Philharmonia is a world-class symphony orchestra for the 21st century. This orchestra can claim global impact, with five national and international residencies (and more to come). It prides itself on business partnerships which are forward-thinking and collaborative, to which it adds the active and willing exploitation of company properties. Opportunities range from corporate hospitality at its Queen Elizabeth Hall and Royal Festival Hall concerts, to series and tour sponsorships. The orchestra boasts an unrivalled record in terms of profile and branding. Contact: William Mendelowitz, Development Manager. Address: 6 Chancel Street, London, SE1 0UX. Tel.: 020 7921 3900. E-mail: william.mendelowitz@philharmonia.co.uk.
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THE REHEARSAL ORCHESTRA

The Rehearsal Orchestra is a London-based musical charity that runs weekend and full-week orchestral courses for future professionals and serious amateurs. Since 1957, it has offered high-level training through intensive rehearsal, exploring key orchestral repertoire with experienced conductors. This supportive, non-competitive environment allows players to grow as musicians without the pressure of concert giving. Places on every course are heavily subsidised to enable as many players as possible to benefit from the opportunities we offer.The orchestra regularly commissions new works and runs opera and ballet weekends. Tel.: 07483 924338. E-mail: admin@rehearsal-orchestra.org
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ROYAL PHILHARMONIC ORCHESTRA

The Royal Philharmonic Orchestra boasts a position as the world's best-known symphony orchestra and can offer opportunities for sponsorship and corporate hospitality not only in London but throughout the UK and around the globe. The Orchestra enjoys working with business partners to develop tailor-made sponsorship programmes for anything from an individual concert to an international tour. Its education and outreach work offers various branding opportunities. The Orchestra liaises with its supporters and works hard on their behalf to help them achieve their specific PR, marketing and corporate hospitality objectives. It encourages its corporate sponsors and supporters, and their staff, to feel involved with the Orchestra all year round. Music enthusiasts and novices alike enjoy meeting conductors, soloists and Orchestra members at its corporate receptions and sponsorship dinners. Contact: Sarah Biggs, Head of Corporate Affairs. Address: 16 Clerkenwell Green, London EC1R 0QT. Tel.: 0207 608 8800. E-mail: info@rpo.co.uk.
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ROYAL SCOTTISH NATIONAL ORCHESTRA

The Royal Scottish National Orchestra is currently seeking sponsors for a range of music events. Contact: Sponsorship Officer. Address: 19 Killermont Street, Glasgow G2 3NX. Tel.: 0141 226 3868. E-mail: info@rsno.org.uk
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ST GILES ORCHESTRA

Founded in 1980, the St Giles Orchestra has become one of the most popular orchestras in the Oxford area. It boasts a reputation for fine performances, particularly in the romantic repertoire (its website contains sound files, offering excerpts from selected works). The orchestra supports local unpublished composers, playing debut performances of their works. Sponsorship is sought to finance new and more challenging programmes and to attract high class solo performers. A range of sponsorship opportunities are currently available. E-mail: info@stgilesorchestra.org.uk
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ULSTER ORCHESTRA

The orchestra is seeking a main commercial funder. There are also sponsorship opportunities available in connection with individual concerts, special events, education access schemes/programmes, the community access scheme and the individual Chair sponsorship. Contact: Fundraising team. Tel.: 028 9068 9063 or 028 9033 4455. E-mail: michelle@ulsterorchestra.com.
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ULSTER YOUTH ORCHESTRA

The Ulster Youth Orchestra was established in 1993 to give young people from across Northern Ireland the very best quality tuition, along with the chance to perform with the world's leading musicians and conductors. It offers an opportunity for talented young musicians to take a significant step closer to realising their real potential and to take on an ambassadorial role for Northern Ireland in the national and international concert world. The orchestra encourages the development of musical talent regardless of whether or not there is the intention to pursue a career in music and it has a role in developing key life skills - communication, co-operation, respect, commitment, motivation and the ability to work as part of a team. It helps in the personal development of young people, building self-esteem and confidence and equipping them to contribute positively as a responsible citizen in our society. The orchestra holds an annual ten-day residential course in August for around 100 young people aged between 14 and 23. They have the opportunity to work with internationally renowned conductors and a team of tutors made up of top orchestral musicians from across the UK. The intensive tutoring and rehearsal is followed by public performances in major concert halls in Ireland and abroad. The Ulster Youth Orchestra Annual Residential Course and Concerts attract widespread publicity in the Belfast and local press on radio and television. The annual Belfast concert is recorded for broadcast on BBC Radio Ulster. To continue to maintain the high standard of UYO activities and to develop increased opportunities for our young people UYO requires support in many ways, e.g. support towards the core running of the organisation, support for a particular project or support towards members fees (in order to enable the orchestra to assist members in difficult circumstances and also to keep fees as low as possible). Benefits include: being associated with a high quality, cross community organisation providing educational opportunities and training for young people from Belfast and across Northern Ireland; acknowledgement on printed material; complimentary tickets; opportunities for corporate hospitality, receptions etc.; photo and public relations opportunities. Contact: General Manager. Address: 6 Colvin House, Inspire Business Centre, Carrowreagh Road, Dundonald, Belfast BT16 1QT. Tel.: +44 7921 804428. E-mail: manager@uyo.org.uk.
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