Dear Blogger,
Message from Whittington Music Festival
The road to this year's festival was rocky and hard, but wasn't it great to arrive? Huge thanks to everyone who helped 2023 to be the best festival yet. You can read reflections and reactions here: https://www.whittingtonmusicfestival.org.uk/2023-festival-audience-and-artist-responses/
| | | | Save the Dates!
The Whittington Festival will take place from Thursday May 16th to Sunday May 19th 2024. Details of the programme and artists will follow soon.
Word of mouth is our best form of publicity, so be sure to tell your friends and family how good it is.
| | | | Roddy Williams and Kizzy Lumley-Edwards after the masterclass. | | | Lucky winner
The winner of the £50 feedback form prize draw was Helen Shackell. As a U3A member Helen was able to attend the private concert that the musicians give each year as part of the U3A programme.
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Lots of volunteers needed!
Rob and Jude Greaves are retiring this time next year, as are two other trustees, so we're looking for at least two new trustees, as well as someone with good IT skills to look after the online box office. In this role you will work alongside the current incumbent next year while you learn the ropes, and you will be entitled to free concert tickets in recognition of your vital contribution to the smooth running of the festival.
Contact rob@whittingtonmusicfestival.org.uk for details. | | | | Support Us
As Friends you can contribute to the success of next year's festival with a monthly payment from £3 for an individual and £4.50 for a couple. Or become a Benefactor for £21 per month. Rates are unchanged and you'll find full details of benefits and an application form here https://www.whittingtonmusicfestival.org.uk/support-us-friends-scheme/ If you are thinking of renewing, why not do it now? Lots of people already have, and you can increase the value of your donation by 25% if you Gift Aid it.
It will soon be possible to do the paperwork, including payments and Gift Aid, entirely online with full security. | | | | |
