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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 14/09/2026

After Saturday’s Heritage Open Days event, a mystery remains: the Averdieck garden party group photograph outside Knottfield House in Rawdon. We know it existed. We know all choir members were gifted a copy in the 1880s; that’s over 250 copies! Please contact us if you have any leads!

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 13/09/2026

Thanks to everyone who came yesterday — and to Chris for a brilliant talk. So many memories, photos and “that’s me!” moments. 🧵Add your tag: what music should still be sung in 100 years? Displays remain up on the 2nd floor at Bradford Mechanics Institute Library.

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 11/09/2026

Yesterday’s T&A shares our search for a 1880s garden party photo linked to Hermann Averdieck, an early BFCS president. Join us for our Heritage Open Day at Bradford Mechanics’ Institute Library 9.30am-1pm to learn more about our rich history. www.thetelegraphandargus.co.uk/news/2653873...

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 08/09/2026

Open Rehearsal tomorrow! Experienced singers welcome — no Victorian scoring system required 🎶

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 31/08/2026

If you love singing and want a choir that will challenge, inspire and welcome you, come and try Bradford Festival Choral Society as we celebrate our 170th season under the expert musical direction of @thomasleech.com and @kurisup.bsky.social Find out more on our website 🕸️🎶

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 26/08/2026

We’re back for the first rehearsal of our 170th anniversary season next Wed 2 Sep — with our experienced and inspirational musical team @thomasleech.com and @kurisup.bsky.social Thinking about joining us? We’re always pleased to hear from singers looking for a friendly choir with high standards.

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 24/08/2026

To celebrate the start of our 170th Season we are taking part in Heritage Open Days with a display and talk! 170 Years: Music, People and a Changing City 📅 Sat 12 Sep 📍 Bradford Mechanics’ Institute Library 🕰️ 9.30am–1pm (drop‑in) 🎟️ Free @bradfordmuseums.bsky.social @englishheritage.bsky.social

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 15/07/2026

Tonight’s match reminds us how powerful shared anticipation can be — slow build, a surge of sound. Experience that feeling at St George’s Hall on 1 Aug with Handel’s Zadok the Priest at the first‑ever Yorkshire Proms! Football drama tonight, musical drama next month. Tickets: Bradford Theatres

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 06/07/2026

Grateful to everyone who made 2025–26 so special—singers, audiences, guest musicians partners, volunteers and our amazing musical team @thomasleech.com @kurisup.bsky.social Your support shaped our year. Roll on our 170th Anniversary Season! 💙🎶

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 05/06/2026

Help keep classical music thriving in our community 🎶 Support our 20 June concert at Skipton Town Hall (only 14 tickets remaining!) with options available from £25, and be acknowledged in the printed programme if you get in touch by 10 June. #bradford #yorkshire @bradfordculture.co.uk

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 16/04/2026

On Saturday 20 June we head to Skipton Town Hall for our summer concert: Vivaldi’s Gloria — alongside Charpentier’s Te Deum and music by Claudio Monteverdi, Maria Peruchona and Barbara Strozzi. Tickets: skiptontownhall.co.uk/whats-on/bra...

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 30/03/2026

A warm thank you to everyone who supported our Swap Your Shop week for The Anchor Project 💚 The total has now reached £1369 — around £1700 with Gift Aid. The donation page remains open if anyone would still like to support it: www.justgiving.com/campaign/sys...

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 27/03/2026

This week’s Swap Your Shop challenge (living on £30 per week for food) has now raised £1129 — rising to around £1400 with Gift Aid for The Anchor Project 💚 Thank you to everyone who has donated. If you would still like to support the campaign, you can donate here: www.justgiving.com/campaign/sys...

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 22/03/2026

📷 An audience view. Thank you to everyone who joined us last night for Haydn’s The Creation with Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra, outstanding soloists, and an appreciative audience. Thanks to our MD @thomasleech.com for leading with energy, clarity and vision. “Goose bumps from beginning to end.”

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 14/03/2026

One week from today, Bradford’s magnificent St George’s Hall fills with Haydn’s The Creation. Over 120 voices, full orchestra, three outstanding soloists. A lovely idea if you’re looking for something special to share for Mothering Sunday weekend. 🎟️ Tickets available now from Bradford Theatres

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

@thomasleech.com leads us with Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra next Saturday at St George’s Hall for Haydn’s Creation. 120+ singers, orchestra, and the blazing “And there was light.” After our recent Messiah, one audience member said it was “utterly glorious.” Join us 🎶 @visitbradford.bsky.social

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 13/03/2026

For over 150 years, Haydn’s Creation has been part of Bradford’s musical life — from Victorian Hallé performances to next week’s with Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra in St George’s Hall. Sat 21 Mar: the tradition continues. Join with generations of audiences to experience the sound live 🎶

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 12/03/2026

Rehearsal last night at St George’s Hall. We can’t wait to fill this hall with the glorious sound of Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra, a huge choir and exceptional soloists for Haydn’s The Creation on 21 March. This is music that needs to be heard live in this beautiful building. 🎟️ Bradford Theatres

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 05/03/2026

📚 World Book Day Haydn’s Creation turns Genesis and Paradise Lost into pure musical drama. That blazing “Let there be light!” moment? Unforgettable. Experience it live: 📍 St George’s Hall, Bradford — 21 March 🎟 bradford-theatres.co.uk @bradfordlitfest.bsky.social @visitbradford.bsky.social

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 28/02/2026

🔥 A super afternoon with 170 voices singing Haydn’s The Creation and choirs from Yorkshire and beyond joining us. 🎶 Huge thanks to everyone who sang, to MD @thomasleech.com, to @kurisup.bsky.social on the keys, and to our amazing volunteers who make it all happen. Next: St George’s Hall, 21 March!

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 27/02/2026

Saturday is coming! 🌍The sound of over 150 voices is going to be really special. 🔥We can’t wait to welcome our guest singers and members for an inspiring afternoon of music‑making under the brilliant leadership of our musical team @thomasleech.com @kurisup.bsky.social 🎶Join us tomorrow.

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 25/02/2026

Nice moment for BFCS in the Yorkshire Post’s Culture Diary this week. Haydn’s The Creation is such a luminous piece, and bringing it to St George’s Hall with the Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra next month feels like a real celebration of Bradford’s musical life. 21 March is going to be a big night.

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 22/02/2026

Delighted to welcome three exceptional artists to St George’s Hall for Haydn’s The Creation on 21 March. Pasquale and Satriya are currently appearing with Opera North in Peter Grimes, and we’re thrilled to bring them to Bradford alongside John for this masterpiece. 🎟 Tickets via Bradford Theatres

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Lovely to spot our Creation advert out in the world today — appearing in both the Yorkshire Post and the Telegraph & Argus. With just a few weeks to go, it’s wonderful to feel the excitement building for this monumental music at St George’s Hall. @visitbradford.bsky.social @thomasleech.com

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 21/02/2026

Haydn didn’t just compose music — he imagined the birth of the world in sound. On 21 March, 130 voices and a full orchestra bring The Creation to life at St George’s Hall. 🎟 Tickets via Bradford Theatres. @visitbradford.bsky.social @bradfordmusicscene.bsky.social @thomasleech.com

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 17/02/2026

Darkness. Light. Sea. Sky. Creatures of earth and air. Haydn didn’t just compose music — he imagined the birth of the world in sound. On 21 March, 130 voices and a full orchestra bring The Creation to life at St George’s Hall. 🎟 Tickets via Bradford Theatres 📞 01274 432000

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 14/02/2026

Some concerts are simply heard. Others are felt. 📆 Sat 21 Mar, we join forces with Yorkshire Symphony Orchestra to bring Haydn’s life-affirming masterpiece The Creation to St George’s Hall. 🎻 130 voices and full orchestra, conducted by @thomasleech.com 🎟️ www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/whats-on/yor...

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 06/02/2026

Feel the thrill of big‑chorus singing on Sat 28 Feb as we dive into Haydn’s Creation with our wonderful MD @thomasleech.com and Assistant MD @kurisup.bsky.social Expect a relaxed, welcoming afternoon of vocal exploration, expert guidance and glorious music. Sing something extraordinary with us.

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 04/02/2026

You don’t need to know a note to be swept up in the colour, drama and joy. Sat 21 Mar, Haydn’s The Creation fills St George’s Hall with blazing choruses, shimmering orchestral colour and moments of real wonder. 🎟️ Secure your seats: www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/whats-on/yor...

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 01/02/2026

Sharing our Q&A with @makingmusicuk.bsky.social, reflecting on our journey following receiving their Diverse Programming Award. 🙏 Huge thanks to our MD @thomasleech.com for his thoughtful insights 🎼 Let’s remain inclusive, curious and connected 📖 Full piece: 🔗 www.makingmusic.org.uk/news/bradfor...

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From tradition to inclusion: how Bradford Festival Choral Society is reimagining its repertoire

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 20/01/2026

Sat 28 Feb, 2-7pm Be part of something truly uplifting — Come & Sing Haydn’s The Creation! 🎶 Expect excellent coaching from our inspirational musical team @thomasleech.com @kurisup.bsky.social and a warm welcome from our friendly members. 🎟️ ticketsource.co.uk/bfcs 📍 Venue: Titus Salt School

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 11/01/2026

🎶 Spotlight on our MD @thomasleech.com 🎶Tom’s calm, clear leadership shapes the BFCS sound every week — from first rehearsal to final performance. 🎶Our singers and audiences call him “inspiring”, and praise the “astonishing sound”. Hear him lead Haydn’s The Creation on 21 Mar at St George’s Hall

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 06/12/2025

🎄🎺 2 WEEKS TO GO! A Yorkshire Christmas is nearly here — and we can’t wait to welcome you for a magical evening of music, sparkle, and seasonal joy! ✨ Great group ticket offers and under 18s go free with accompanying adults ✨ Brilliant brass band + full choir 👉 ticketsource.co.uk/bfcs/t-eaoeqdm

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 23/11/2025

Still glowing from last Saturday’s Messiah at St George’s Hall. Nearly 1,000 joined us, and the Hallelujah chorus was unforgettable. Huge thanks to our singers, soloists, Baroque in the North, @thomasleech.com and everyone who made it so special. 💛🎶 @bradford2025.co.uk @visitbradford.bsky.social

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 20/11/2025

✨ Saturday’s Messiah finale — pure joy! ✨ “Worthy is the Lamb – Amen” with Baroque In The North 🎶 📺 Watch, listen and subscribe here: youtu.be/BLUjV98A1cA Driven by the unstoppable energy of our MD @thomasleech.com 🌟 ❤️Handel’s masterpiece back in St George’s Hall during @bradford2025.co.uk

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Worthy is the Lamb - Amen (from Messiah) LIVE recording

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 15/11/2025

🎶 It’s concert day! Handel’s Messiah is tonight at St George’s Hall, Bradford. Music starts 7pm. Venue bars open before and you can pre-order your interval drink! If you’ve been meaning to come… today’s the day. Tickets from £5–£36: bradford-theatres.co.uk/whats-on/handels-messiah

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 14/11/2025

Concert day tomorrow and our Messiah programmes have arrived!! 🙏We’re so grateful to our programme sponsors — Bradford Grammar School, The Craft House in Bingley, and a supporter of Shipley Glen Tramway. 🎟️ Get your tickets for Sat 15 Nov 7pm from Bradford Theatres website. We can’t wait 🎶🎵❤️

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 08/11/2025

1 WEEK TO GO! Don’t miss this spectacular performance of Handel’s Messiah – live at St George’s Hall. A night of spine-tingling choral power and timeless beauty. ✨ Sat 15 Nov, St George’s Hall, Bradford 🎟️ Tickets from £5–£36 → bradford-theatres.co.uk or call 01274 432000. @bradford2025.co.uk

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 06/11/2025

Handel’s Messiah has filled Bradford's historic hall with unforgettable music since 1856. Join 120+ voices, Baroque in the North and 4 world-class soloists for a night of drama, passion and joy. Last tickets now booking – don’t miss it. www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/whats-on/han...

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 04/11/2025

What a super Sunday at Ilkley Real Markets! 💙 Tombola, flyers, and real conversations that turned interest into bookings. Proof that community spirit still sings. 🎶 Catch us next at Messiah, 15 Nov @ St George’s Hall! @bradford2025.co.uk @visitbradford.bsky.social @ilkleychat.bsky.social

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 01/11/2025

2 WEEKS TO GO! The countdown continues… join us for Handel’s Messiah – a work of hope, joy and glory. 🎶Choir, orchestra and soloists set to delight in Bradford’s St George’s Hall for the blockbuster before blockbusters! 🎟️ Book now → bradford-theatres.co.uk or call 01274 432000 @bradford2025.co.uk

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 31/10/2025

We’re proud to be conducted by @thomasleech.com for Handel’s Messiah at St George’s Hall, Bradford on 15 Nov. Tom’s inspiring leadership has shaped BFCS since 2008 and we’re delighted to be back in our historic home for Handel’s masterpiece. 🎶 Book now via Bradford Theatres! @bradford2025.co.uk

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 30/10/2025

Thrilled to welcome baritone Edmund Danon for Messiah at St George’s Hall, Bradford on 15 Nov. Rich tone, dramatic power, unforgettable bass arias. 🎶 Book now via Bradford Theatres or call 01274 432000. @bradford2025.co.uk @bradfordmusicscene.bsky.social @visitbradford.bsky.social

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 29/10/2025

🎶 Yorkshire tenor James Micklethwaite returns for Handel’s Messiah at St George’s Hall, Bradford, 15 Nov! Last heard with us in St Matthew Passion, expect elegance, clarity & heart. Book via Bradford Theatres or call 01274 432000. @visitbradford.bsky.social @bradfordmusicscene.bsky.social

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 28/10/2025

We’re thrilled to welcome Yorkshire-born mezzo Beth Moxon home for Handel’s Messiah at St George’s Hall, Bradford on 15 Nov. Expect soaring arias and emotional power from this world-class artist. 🎶 🎟️ Book via Bradford Theatres or call 01274 432000. @bethmoxon.bsky.social @bradford2025.co.uk

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 26/10/2025

🌟 Thrilled to welcome internationally acclaimed soprano Anna Devin to sing with us on 15 Nov for Handel’s Messiah 🎶Praised for her “impeccable Baroque style” and “sumptuous, expressive soprano” (The Times), Anna has appeared with the Royal Opera House, ENO, and La Scala, and performs worldwide.

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 25/10/2025

🎶 Only 3 weeks to go until Handel’s Messiah fills St George’s Hall with glorious sound! Experience the power of live music – choir, orchestra, and world-class soloists in one unforgettable evening. 📅 15 Nov, 7pm 🎟️ Book now: www.bradford-theatres.co.uk/whats-on/handels-messiah | 01274 432000

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 24/10/2025

✨ Handel’s Messiah — Bradford, 15 Nov ✨Just 3 weeks to go! Join BFCS for a soul-stirring night of drama, beauty & Hallelujahs. 🎟️ £8–£36 — stalls, circle, tier… choose your view!🎶 Seats filling fast: bradford-theatres.co.uk/whats-on/handels-messiah @visitbradford.bsky.social @bradford2025.co.uk

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Bradford Festival Choral Society @bfcs1856.bsky.social · 23/10/2025

Our Making Music UK award arrived just in time for the AGM! 🎉 ❤️ We reviewed the accounts, re-elected trustees, welcomed new ones & celebrated 140+ members for our 169th season. Thanks to @thomasleech.com @kurisup.bsky.social & all who make BFCS sing. Next up: Messiah, 15 Nov at St George’s Hall 🎶

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