Funders & Supporters
The Borders Music Festival is made possible by the generous support of our funders, sponsors and partners
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How You Can Help
The Borders Music Festival is a registered Scottish charity. We rely on the generosity of individuals, trusts and businesses to bring world-class music to the Borders and support our education and community programmes.
Founding Circle Patron
An exclusive group of founding supporters who play a pivotal role in the establishment of the new Borders Music Festival. Founding Circle members enjoy an annual private recital during the Festival and are recognised in all festival materials.
Express an interestFestival Patron
Support the festival as an individual Patron and enjoy priority booking, invitations to exclusive events throughout the year, and recognition in the festival brochure.
Become a PatronFriend
Join the festival community as a Friend and receive our newsletter, advance notice of programme announcements and the warm glow of supporting live music in the Borders.
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Our Partners
The Borders Music Festival works with a range of outstanding organisations who share our commitment to bringing world-class music to the Scottish Borders and inspiring the next generation of musicians.
Scottish Chamber Orchestra
Performing & Education Partner
The SCO is one of Scotland's principal national performing companies and a key partner of the festival. Their VIBE project brings high-energy orchestral performance to young audiences across the Borders, and their Immerse programme works intensively with young musicians in local schools.
Visit sco.org.uk →Scottish Borders Council Instrumental Music Service (IMS)
Education & Funding Partner
SBC's Instrumental Music Service works closely with the festival to connect young musicians across the region with exceptional performance opportunities. Their support is central to our education and outreach programme.
Visit scotborders.gov.uk →The Hugo Burge Foundation
Supporting Partner
The Hugo Burge Foundation supports cultural organisations across the Scottish Borders. Their commitment to the arts in this region aligns closely with the values of the Borders Music Festival.
Visit hugoburgefoundation.org →Borders Chamber Orchestra
Performing Partner
The Borders Chamber Orchestra performs at the heart of the festival's Come and Sing event — one of our most beloved annual highlights. The BCO comprises experienced amateur and semi-professional musicians with a passion for bringing classical music to the Borders.
Visit borderschamberorchestra.org.uk →Borders Chamber Choir
Performing Partner
The Borders Chamber Choir has already established itself as one of Scotland's premier chamber choirs since it was founded in 2024. This year it performs at the closing Festival Evensong — a reflective and beautiful conclusion to ten days of exceptional music. The choir is conducted by its founder and festival Artistic Director Robert Marshall.
Visit borderschamberchoir.org.uk →LIVE Borders
Cultural Partner
LIVE Borders is the trust responsible for delivering culture, sport and leisure services across the Scottish Borders. Their support in promoting the festival through their extensive networks is invaluable to our reach across the region.
Visit liveborders.org.uk →With Thanks
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The Borders Music Festival gratefully acknowledges the support of our funders and partners, without whom the festival would not be possible. If you are interested in supporting the festival, please find out more.