Support Us
Jess Gillam and Zeynep Őszuca delight the Hexham audience in 2019. Photo © David Theobald
Why your support matters
We’re a self-funded, volunteer-run organisation — and we wouldn’t exist without the support of our audience. Ticket sales cover most costs, but donations are essential to keeping our standards high and our tickets affordable.
Simply coming to our concerts or spreading the word by telling your friends and family about us make a real difference to the Society. However, if you’ve enjoyed one of our concerts – or just believe in the power of live music – perhaps you would consider making a donation to the society.
Every donation helps us to:
- Plan with confidence and book outstanding performers, including international artists.
- Support emerging musicians at key moments in their careers.
- Keep concerts accessible to a broad audience here in the Tyne Valley.
We can do more with your support!
How to make a donation
You can do this online with a bank card or by cheque or bank transfer – whatever works best for you. What’s more, if you’re a UK taxpayer and are happy to Gift Aid your donation, we can, as a registered charity, claim a further 25% from the government at absolutely no cost to you.
- Make an online donation when you buy an annual season ticket – click here to get started.
- Send a cheque c/o Cathy Duncan, Treasurer, Hexham and District Music Society, 6 Oakwood, NE46 4LF. If you wish to donate by bank transfer, you can request our bank details by e-mailing Cathy at treasurer@hexhammusic.net .
- Gift Aid – if you are happy for the Society to claim Gift Aid on your donation – at no cost to you – please complete the Gift Aid form and return it to us.
Get involved
The Society relies on the involvement and work of volunteer members in running its concert season.
If you’d like to get involved, you’d be very welcome. You don’t need to have specialist musical knowledge to be able to make a valuable contribution. It’s enthusiasm and interest that count!
Find out more by speaking to committee members at our concerts or by contacting us.
FAQs: Supporting the Society
1. Is the Society a charity?
Yes — we are a registered charity (No. 253761), which means donations can be Gift Aided if you’re a UK taxpayer.
2. How do I make a donation?
You can donate online, by cheque or by bank transfer. Details are available on this page, and we’re happy to help if you have any questions.
3. What is Gift Aid and how does it work?
If you’re a UK taxpayer, Gift Aid allows us to claim an extra 25p from the government for every £1 you donate — at no extra cost to you. Just complete and return a simple form.
4. Can I support the Society in non-financial ways?
Absolutely. Spreading the word and volunteering help a great deal. Get in touch if you’d like to be involved.