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About the Trust
Philip was a keen musician who appreciated a wide variety of styles; he should have gone on to study Music and English at Lancaster University.
Objectives of the Trust
The Philip Bates Trust aims to advance the education of young people under the age of 25 in the arts by:
The provision of awards to encourage and support their pursuit of creative and artistic achievement.
Forthcoming Events
A Touch of Basil 2024
Saturday 5th October at 7.00
Holy Trinity Parish Church
Church Hill
Mill Street
Sutton Coldfield
B72 1TF
Adults £12.50 16 & under £6.00
Tickets available from TicketSource
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Martin Bates 1951 – 2022
We mourn the loss of our wonderful musical family member and friend Martin Bates, who has been influential in the lives of so many. A Go Fund Me collection has been set up for the establishment of an annual music prize to be awarded in Martin's name. It is intended...
Philip Bates Prize for Composers and Songwriters 2020
Calling all composers aged 16 – 25 Philip Bates Prize for Composers and Songwriters 2020 18th January 2021 deadline We are now inviting entries from all over the UK for the 2020 Philip Bates Prize for Composers and Songwriters. This exceptionally broad competition...
Donate to the Trust
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Ashleyan Opera Prize Cancelled
Sadly, due to the Corona virus pandemic we've heard from the Conservatoire that the Ashleyan Opera Prize, which should have been taking place next Wednesday, 25th March, has been postponed. They hope to hold it later in the year.
Philip Bates Prize for Composers and Songwriters 2019
We are pleased to announce the 3 winners of this year's Philip Bates Prize for Composers and Songwriters. From left to right they are: Georgia Denham, Rob Laidlow and Kai Moohan-Shotan The adjudication was as follows:The prize money of £1,000 was donated by...
Games and Quiz Night Update
Many thanks to everyone who helped with this year's games and quiz night at Arden Hall. The event was a roaring success and raised over £800 which is frankly fantastic. A note about next year - some of you will be aware that Arden Hall is being renovated during early...
Philip Bates Prize for Composers and Songwriters 2019 – Call for Entries
Entries from all over the UK are now invited for the 2019 Philip Bates Prize for Composers and Songwriters. Composers between the ages of 16 and 25 may submit works in any style by Monday 30th September 2019, this year’s application deadline. Shortlisted entries will...
Please support Philip Bates Trust for no cost
If you shop online regularly you can now support us at no extra cost to yourself through easyfundraising. Nearly three thousand online retailers, including amazon and ebay, will donate a percentage of what you spend to your chosen charity – and we’d be so grateful if...
It’s Time for A Touch Of Basil!
This year's concert will be on 30th September 2017 at 7:00 p.m. at Bishop Vesey’s Grammar School. Performers will include: Ex Cathedra Academies of Vocal Music Andrew Randall & Katie Gilbert, Ashleyan Opera Prize Winners “Sleep” by Sam James, Philip Bates Prize...
Philip Bates Prize for Composers and Songwriters 2017
Entries from all over the UK are now invited for the 2017 Philip Bates Prize for Composers and Songwriters. Composers between the ages of 16 and 25 may submit works in any style by Friday 7th July 2017, the application deadline. Shortlisted entries will be given a...