Kathleen Ferrier Society Bursary for Young Singers, 2026 competition
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Blackburn Cathedral, Cathedral Close, Blackburn
BB1 5AA
Singers and pianists from UK music colleges perform live as they are considered for a number of generous bursaries to support them in their continuing studies. The Kathleen Ferrier Society was formed in 1993 to mark the 40th anniversary of Kathleen Ferrier’s death and has held the annual Bursary for Young Singers competition since 1996. Born in Blackburn in 1912, English contralto Kathleen Ferrier is still known as one of the world's most treasured singers.
Saturday 24th October, Blackburn Cathedral
Open to the public: Performance sessions begin at 10.30am
Final: 6.30pm, Presentation of Prizes: 8pm
Tickets will be available on the door only: £20 / concs £10 including Bursary programme
Contact: info.ferrierbursary@gmail.com
