• One Off Event
• Saturday Daytime
• Sunday Daytime

Mirfield Piano Walk is a unique cultural event held in Mirfield, West Yorkshire, that transforms the town into a walkable concert trail. It blends live piano performances with community engagement, offering a vibrant experience for locals and visitors alike.

Pianists—ranging from good amateurs, finalists of the Channel 4 series ‘The Piano’, conservatory students to seasoned professionals—perform in venues along a curated walking route

Accessible. The event is designed to be inclusive, with performances hosted in familiar, easily accessible locations like cafés, churches, and community spaces

Competition Element. Talented participants can compete for a chance to attend Wibi Soerjadi’s prestigious Summer Course/Masterclass in the Netherlands

Sponsoring. Businesses like “Preferred Hospitality Partners,” and other sponsors are benefiting from increased footfall and promotional support

Community Spirit. The event fosters connections between residents, musicians, and local enterprises, celebrating Mirfield’s cultural charm. It’s not just a walk—it’s a musical journey through the heart of the town.

Location: Assigned performance venue(s) across Mirfield

Commitment:              Training and instruction on Saturday 9 May 2026 10:00-14:00

During the Piano Walk on Sunday 17 May 2026 10:00 – 17:30

Reports to:                     Event Director

Role Overview

Venue Coordinators are the linchpins of our event operations, ensuring each performance space runs smoothly, safely, and on time. They lead the stewarding team, liaise with venue staff, performers and technical staff, and act as the main point of contact at their venue. This role suits confident, organised individuals who enjoy taking initiative and creating a calm, welcoming environment.

Key Responsibilities

• Brief, support, and coordinate stewards and volunteers at the venue
• Ensure smooth audience entry, seating, and latecomer management
• Welcome artists and coordinate green room or warm-up needs
• Keep performances running to time and communicate any delays or issues
• Handle unexpected situations with discretion and escalate when needed
• Monitor audience flow, flag risks, and ensure accessibility provisions are upheld

Ideal Qualities

• Strong communication and organisational skills
• Calm under pressure and solution-oriented
• Comfortable leading a small team and giving clear instructions
• Reliable, punctual, and proactive
• Previous event, hospitality, or volunteer coordination experience is a bonus

What You Gain

• Be part of a landmark cultural event in Mirfield
• Meet artists, audiences, and fellow volunteers
• Help shape a welcoming, inclusive atmosphere for all
• Receive a volunteer certificate and event T-shirt

Invitation to our volunteer celebration event

Mirfield Piano Walk

• Arts/Culture/Heritage

• Application form required
• DBS (criminal record check that the organisation will organise)

13/05/2026