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Help shape the future of live music
The Glasshouse is more than just a venue – we’re a music charity that uses the power of music to bring joy, transform lives, and connect people of all ages.
Together, with your support, live music can continue to thrive in our region and our building can remain a welcoming and world-class space for generations to come.
Your support truly makes a difference – helping us reach thousands of people through performances, education, and community projects. Thank you.
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Music is magical and it’s powerful. Together, with your support, The Glasshouse can continue to inspire and transform lives through music for future generations.
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“I’m proud to support one of the greatest venues in Europe, if not the world! And it’s here on my doorstep in the North East.”
You help make the magic happen
There are so many ways to get involved – become a member, make a donation, attend a performance, or spread the word. Every action helps bring the joy of live music to more people.
Making the North East a place where music lives and grows
It takes great teachers. It takes investment. It takes time. All this is made possible by your support.
“One conversation turned my passion for music into a career. Without Marion, I definitely wouldn’t be where I am now.” – Chris
As a teenager, Chris took lessons at The Glasshouse, and learnt to play the tenor horn and double bass. He was really, really good at music and he loved it, but people told him to go for a career in science. That’s the sensible option, right?
But then Marion, his tutor and Royal Northern Sinfonia Trumpeter had some encouraging words for Chris. He says her advice changed his life. He went off to study at the Royal Welsh College of Music & Drama, and he’s now back at The Glasshouse. He’s loving teaching the next generation, and inspiring them, just like Marion.
“My favourite thing is watching them play in an orchestra. They have developed qualities like leadership and communication. Beyond music, it’s opened their world up to new things.” – Matti
Mum of three, Matti, a local choir leader, grew up surrounded by music and wanted the same for her own children. It seemed out of reach for her family until she discovered how The Glasshouse can help, through bursaries. Now Isaiah plays the trombone, Elianna the clarinet and Etania the euphonium. Imagine this combo for a house band…
“I really think a residency like this will have a big impact on music being made here because it gives people the time to actually work on projects. I really want to make it possible to have a career in music and not have to move away from the region.” – Ceitidh Mac
Ceitidh Mac first came to the North East to study Folk Music at Newcastle University, just over 10 years ago. Through her degree, she got involved with The Glasshouse, and the support we offer artists. Ceitidh performed at a gig spotlighting local artists, and then got involved as a year-long Artist in Residence, working on a brand-new radio ballad.
Thank you
A big thank you to all those generous people and businesses who love live music and love the North East.