Since its foundation in 1858, the Edinburgh Royal Choral Union has established itself as one of Edinburgh’s most versatile and engaging choral societies, playing  a significant part in the musical life of Scotland. In order to explore new artistic partnerships and commissions, to support the future of our conducting fellowship scheme and to develop the strengths of the chorus we rely on the generosity of our supporters. ERCU thanks its supporters for helping to bring the joy of choral singing to our audiences.
There are a number of ways you can support ERCU: by becoming a friend, by making a donation or by including a gift to ERCU in your will.
To find out more and how to become Friend or donate, download our pdf leaflet where there is a form here.

Friends of ERCU

Friend of ERCU

Friend (£30+ single / £50+ joint per annum)

• Early notice of concerts.
  
• Invitation to an annual Friends' reception.
  
• Reserved seating at selected concerts.
  
• 10% discount on tickets for ERCU’s own promotions.
  

Fellow

Fellow (£100+ per annum)
As above plus:

• Acknowledgement in concert programmes.
  
• Invitation to an annual friends rehearsal.
  

Partner

Partner (£500+ per annum)
As above plus:

• A pair of complimentary tickets for all concerts including Messiah (best seats available).
  

Donations

Individual giving

Donations can be made at any level, any time of the year. If you choose to Gift Aid your donation we will receive an extra 25% on top.

Legacies

Legacies are an increasingly important source of income for charities and enable you to support and sustain the next generation of music enthusiasts and musicians.

How your donation helps

£3,000 funds a side-by-side orchestral and choral experience for student instrumentalists and singers.
£1,500 funds a 12-month conducting fellowship post.
£500 supports us to fund the cost of hiring a venue to deliver a music-making experience for amateur singers.
£300 contributes towards commissioning new works by emerging and established composers.
£150 supports staging of concerts outwith Edinburgh.
£50 contributes towards professional soloist fees for student singers.

Support us by buying our book

Edinburgh Royal Choral Union 1982 - 2013
Into the new millenium: a time of change
This latest chapter in the history of the Edinburgh Royal Choral Union takes us into the 21st century and includes the celebration of its 150th anniversary in 2008. The aim is to explore beyond a basic overview of the years in question and get behind the scenes to look into what it takes for a large choir to function, including the highs and lows. However, emotion and true feeling for the music is never too far away, as is humour and the feeling of camaraderie within the choir.
 To purchase a copy of the history book please contact admin@ercu.org.uk 
 The price is £5 plus P&P (£2)
 Payment: you can send a cheque to:
‘ERCU c/o Augustine United Church, 41 George IV Bridge, Edinburgh, EH1 1EL’
or make a payment directly to ERCU by bank transfer:
Account: ‘Edinburgh Royal Choral Union’
Account 00255819 Sort Code 80-11-05