IT’S SO WORTH THE JOURNEY… BUT THEY NEED YOUR HELP

“BIF has seen me right through since I was a recent graduate. There have been so many great things – coaching, concerts, talks about career progression – it’s just a fantastic experience.”

Joseph Doody, pictured above centre in Viva la Diva (2022). See him as Alessandro in Il re pastore this year.

“Buxton festival has been vital for my development as an artist. It has provided a platform for me to cut my teeth in the operatic world in the chorus and with great covers. Buxton festival is a very special and unique place.”

Brian McNamee, Tenor – Chorus

Every year, BIF brings twelve aspiring singers to Buxton and gives them the opportunity to perform in the chorus of high profile operas that will be seen by thousands of people as well as music critics from all major media outlets.

These young singers are at a pivotal moment in their careers.

In Buxton, not only do these recent graduates get the experience of live performances, our Young Artists also receive individual coaching plus career advice from the Festival’s artistic staff.

At BIF, talented young singers build a CV of roles sung in professional productions that leads to more work in the industry. Many of these talented individuals, like Joseph Doody, go on to become professionals performing all over the world.

We know how important our Young Artists Programme is, but it costs us more than £34,000 each year including £12,000 for travel and accommodation for these youngsters here in Buxton.

Many of you travel to Buxton for the Festival. Let’s help get these young artists here too and give them the experience and springboard they need to establish themselves in the musical field that we all know and love.

To help a young singer on their path to a career, please donate your gift at: www.buxtonfestival.co.uk/donate