Sustainable Orchestras

Chineke! Foundation performed a live concert for Earth Day 2023 on BBC Radio3. It aimed to showcase how through music, we can celebrate the natural world around us, and reminded us of the need to protect our planet. Find out more here.

The Hallé welcomed Key Stage 1 Children across Greater Manchester to an animal themed concert, exploring how we can protect animals and wildlife. Find out more here.

The Scottish Classical Sustainability Group (SCSG) collated a report on Classical Music and Train Travel in Scotland. Collated using learning from the 30+ members of the SCSG, the report highlights five key barriers currently preventing greater use of train travel by Scotland’s classical music sector: 1) timetables, 2) ticket costs, 3) travel with large instruments, 4) international connections, and 5) accessibility. Read the report here.

Birmingham Contemporary Music Group have created a video In Bloom 2023 celebrates music, environmental sustainability, and the beauty of nature. Watch it here.