Support Us
Supporting creativity, confidence, and community through music and performance.
Music and the Performing Arts are not just extracurriculars; they are central to the St Columba’s experience. From the first nerves of a Junior 4 performance to the seasoned excellence of the Senior Musical, our pupils develop the discipline, courage, and creativity that define their characters.
Why become a patron?
By joining our Patronage programme, you move beyond sponsoring a single event. You become a foundational supporter of our entire artistic ecosystem. Your contribution ensures:
- Excellence – High-quality performance opportunities for all stages.
- Sustainability – Consistent support for our ensembles and annual productions.
- Values – A program rooted in Integrity, Compassion, and Aspiration.
Your support reaches every corner of our school’s creative life, including:
- Signature Events – The Spring Serenade at the Beacon Arts Centre and our acclaimed Senior and Junior Musicals.
- Competitions – Junior, Intermediate, and Senior Young Musician of the Year and the prestigious Silver Tablet.
- Community – Christmas Concerts, Prizegivings, and regional performances.
“Funding is directed entirely toward pupil development and artistic excellence, ensuring every child can reach their full creative potential.”
Mr Harvey, Head Of Music & Performing Arts
Tiered Annual Gifts
All Patrons receive early event notification, priority booking for flagship performances, and acknowledgement in our programmes.
| Tier | Annual Gift | Key Benefits |
|---|---|---|
| Friend of the Arts | £50 | Formal programme acknowledgement and listed thanks. |
| First Note Patron | £100 | Two tickets to the Senior School Musical & programme acknowledgement |
| Aspiring Star | £250 | Two tickets to Spring Serenade & Senior Musical (or Junior School Show); VIP reserved seating for both events; interval drinks reception with the Rector |
| Final Bow Patron | £500 | Two tickets to Spring Serenade & Senior Musical (or Junior School Show); VIP seating; invitation to all other performing arts events; personalised thank you; invitation to interval drinks reception with the Rector; prominent programmer acknowledgement; thanks on stage at events. |