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Choral Scholar – 2026-2027 Scholarship

Liverpool Cathedral is inviting applications for six Choral Scholar positions (2x Alto, 2x Tenor, 2x Bass) to join our vibrant music department from September 2026 – August 2027.

This exciting opportunity is perfect for outstanding gap year, undergraduate, or postgraduate students, though all applications are welcome.

What’s included:

  • £5,421 annual bursary (paid monthly, plus additional fees for special services)

  • Singing lessons included

  • Free shared accommodation in Cathedral Close (with shared bills)

  • Mentoring opportunities with choristers, supported by the Francis Neilson Trust

  • Full involvement in the life of our busy Cathedral Choir, singing alongside Vicars Choral and choristers

  • Opportunities to perform in recordings, broadcasts, concerts, and tours

  • Social events and fellowship, including our Overcrofters youth group (18–25)

As a Choral Scholar, you’ll:

  • Sing a wide-ranging repertoire, from Renaissance masterpieces to contemporary works

  • Join in termly concerts and special performances across the Cathedral, Diocese, and beyond

  • Collaborate with other choirs, including Liverpool Metropolitan Cathedral, Manchester Cathedral, and Chester Cathedral

  • Support our outreach programme and take part in exciting commissions and new works

This is more than a scholarship – it’s your chance to immerse yourself in one of the UK’s most inspiring Cathedral choirs, developing your skills while becoming part of a supportive musical community.

Learn more and apply here

Organ Scholar

Liverpool Cathedral is seeking applications for the post of Organ Scholar, starting September 2026.

This exciting opportunity is ideal for an outstanding undergraduate or postgraduate student and offers:
A £5,000 annual scholarship (paid monthly)
Shared accommodation in Cathedral Close (with small bills contribution)
Full involvement in the vibrant life of our Music Department under the direction of Stephen Mannings (Director of Music) and Professor Ian Tracey (Cathedral Organist)
Opportunities to accompany, conduct, and rehearse choirs, plus involvement in our extensive schools outreach programme
The chance to train, supervise, and support choristers, probationers, and choral students
The invitation to give a Summer Organ Recital during your year in office

This is more than a scholarship—it’s an unparalleled opportunity to develop as a musician while being part of one of the UK’s busiest and most inspiring Cathedral music programmes.

Learn more about the role and how to apply here

Schools Singing Leader

We’re looking for a passionate musician and inspiring teacher to join our Schools Singing Programme as a Schools Singing Leader (SSL).

This role involves leading weekly singing workshops in primary schools, working with one of our borough-based Junior Choirs, and supporting chorister recruitment at Liverpool Cathedral.

If you have experience teaching singing to groups of children, a love of music, and the drive to nurture young talent across our Diocese, we’d love to hear from you.

Find out more and apply here

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Join our team of volunteers

If you have some spare time, why not join our volunteer team at Liverpool Cathedral?

The skills, time and passion of our volunteers help make every encounter at Liverpool Cathedral special. So if you’re interested in welcoming people to our building or helping us fundraise, please contact our general enquiries inbox.

E: welcome@liverpoolcathedral.org.uk

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