The cathedral's Guild of Saint Cecilia was established in 2026 to provide vital support for our musical life.
“The treasure of sacred music is to be preserved and fostered with great care. Choirs must be diligently developed, especially in cathedral churches”
Sacrosanctum Concilium, §114
It is my great pleasure and privilege to be entrusted with this development at Nottingham Cathedral. We have great ambitions for the music here in this unique and holy place, and by joining our newly established Guild – dedicated to the Church’s great patron of music, Saint Cecilia – you can be an integral part of this exciting journey.
Peter Siepmann
Director of Music
Members of the Nottingham Cathedral’s Guild of Saint Cecilia help us to sustain and develop the musical tradition of the Cathedral by regular giving towards
- the funding of choral scholarships and lay clerks
- the purchase of printed music
- enrichment activities for the children’s/youth choirs
- defraying the cost of concert performances
Download a brochure here, or continue reading below...
Fellow of the Guild of Saint Cecilia
Give £1200 per year (£960 with Gift Aid) or more
£100 per month (£80 Gift Aid)
Fellows of the Guild will:
- have a Scholarship or Lay Clerkship established in their name
- be involved in future planning and strategy
- plus the benefits below
Associate of the Guild of Saint Cecilia
Give £720 per year (£576 with Gift Aid) or more
£60 per month (£48 Gift Aid)
Associates of the Guild will:
- receive an exclusive invitation to an annual private professional recital and reception
- be invited ‘behind the scenes’ at rehearsals
- plus the benefits below
Member of the Guild of Saint Cecilia
Give £360 per year (£288 with Gift Aid) or more
£30 per month (£24 Gift Aid)
Members of the Guild will:
- be offered preferential seating at all concerts given by the Cathedral music foundation
- receive a termly newsletter
- receive an invitation to the Music department’s summer party
- have their name listed as a Cathedral Music Benefactor
Join the Guild by signing up here.
Leaving a Lasting Legacy
If you would like to consider making a gift in your Will to support music at the Cathedral, please contact the Cathedral Office – we would be honoured to discuss this with you: [email protected] or 0115 953 9839.
