The CBSO renews partnership with DLA Piper’s Birmingham office for the third year
16 Sept 2025
Press Story
We are pleased to announce the renewal of our partnership with DLA Piper for a third consecutive year.
The renewed partnership builds on the strong foundations established in 2023 and reflects a shared commitment to supporting the cultural life of the West Midlands. A DLA Piper-sponsored concert series includes the CBSO season opener on 17 September 2025, Kazuki Conducts The Dream of Gerontius, as well as Symphonic Queen on 20 September 2025, CBSO Christmas Party with Stephen Mangan on 19 December 2025, Kazuki Conducts Rhapsody in Blue on 21 January 2026 and Best of Bond on 20 February 2026. We also look forward to a roundtable event on 3 March 2026 with CBSO Chief Executive Emma Stenning and CBSO Music Director Kazuki Yamada, moderated by Siona Spillett, Partner at DLA Piper.
We’re proud to be renewing our partnership with the CBSO for a third year running. This continued collaboration reflects our strong commitment to supporting the arts and enriching the cultural life of Birmingham and the wider region. The CBSO continues to welcome audiences, work with communities, and support artists locally, nationally, and internationally. By extending our support, we hope to help make the arts more accessible, encourage creativity, and contribute to the city’s vibrant, diverse cultural scene. We’re excited to see what the next year of partnership will bring.
Noel Haywood, Managing Partner at DLA Piper’s Birmingham office
I am delighted to be extending our partnership with DLA Piper’s Birmingham Office into its third year. Their continued support is not only generous, but their dedication to the arts in our community stands as a strong affirmation of the transformative power of music. I am deeply appreciative of our partnership and enthusiastic about exploring opportunities to collaborate with DLA Piper’s Birmingham Office in bringing the unparalleled experience of live orchestral music to our community.
Emma Stenning, Chief Executive of the CBSO
