Bantam of the Opera is a forty-strong chorus made up of fans of Bradford City Football Club (aka 'the Bantams’) originally brought together by BBC Radio Leeds as part of Bradford’s year as UK City of Culture 2025. The group, now independently run, performs at events on the local and national stage. Past performances include singing on the pitch at Valley Parade, for King Charles III, live at the BBC Sports Personality of the Year and the performing "Abide with Me" and "The National Anthem" at the FA Cup Final 2026. Bantam Of The Opera are proud to have Chris Kamara and Lesley Garrett as their patrons and collaborators including Opera North, BBC Singers and the BBC Philharmonic Orchestra. Other media appearances include BBC's The One Show and Morning Live, plus BBC Radio 2, 3 & 4.immersive experience for our guests.
Bantam Of The Opera