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Notes from an Organist: Pete Gunstone (Bradford)
In this edition of ‘Notes from an Organist’ we discover more about them, and what to expect from their recital, including coming from a family of organists; honouring the upcoming birthday of Philip Wilby (who once worked at Bradford Cathedral); and presenting a paper at the Cathedral Music Trust conference.
New kneelers created by Cathedral stitchers unveiled in St. Aidan’s Chapel
Three new kneelers – embroidered cushions used for people to kneel on during prayer – have been created for the St. Aidan’s Chapel in Bradford Cathedral.
Vote for Bradford Cathedral in the Heritage Open Day Anniversary Gallery
To celebrate the 30th anniversary of Heritage Open Days, in which we have participated since 2018, a new online gallery is being created, to remain on the Heritage Open Days site for the foreseeable future as an important record of their history – and we need your vote!
Volunteers’ Week 2024: Building a Legacy – Choir Chaperoning at Bradford Cathedral
Today we meet Anne Hilton, a choir chaperone, to find out more about her and her volunteering, which started when she saw a call for new chaperones in the weekly notice sheet.
Notes from an Organist: Jonathan Allsopp (Southwell Minster)
In this edition of ‘Notes from an Organist’ we discover more about them, and what to expect from their recital, including being inspired by an improvising school organist; performing music at St. Paul’s Cathedral; and going on a choir tour to Canada.
Tales of our Textiles: Bradford Cathedral to reveal the secrets of two rare altar frontals at June ‘Monday Fellowship’ talk
On Monday 10th June 2024, Bradford Cathedral Director of Education and Visitors Maggie Myers will present a talk on two of the rare altar cloths held in the building
Volunteers’ Week 2024: Everyone has a story – welcoming with volunteer Cyndy
One of the volunteering positions at Bradford Cathedral is that of a welcomer who, as the title suggests, welcomes people into the building and helps them find their way around, and gives them important information about the history and heritage. It’s an important role for making sure people get the most out of their visit.
Bradford Cathedral to welcome the COAT OF HOPES this June as part of its perpetual pilgrimage (1,500km to date!)
The Coat of Hopes is an extraordinary community created patchwork coat made up of over 600 blanket patches. It will be on display from Saturday 8th June 2024 during the Cathedral’s usual opening hours.
Bradford Cathedral Choir to go on Northumberland Tour
From this weekend our choir will be travelling to Northumberland to embark on this year’s tour!
Notes from an Organist: David Bendix Nielsen (Denmark)
In this edition of ‘Notes from an Organist’ we discover more about them, and what to expect from their recital, including his focus on César Franck; founding a visual concert series; and how music differs in different countries.