From Niche to Note: The Story Behind Bradford’s Bassline Symphony
Founder Tanya Vital wrote this piece for Bradford 2025 ahead of the show, tracing the history of bassline music from its origins at Niche in Sheffield to its evolution as a defining sound in Bradford.
The piece takes readers on a journey from the genre’s origins at Niche in Sheffield to its evolution as a defining sound in Bradford’s music scene, culminating in Bassline Symphony—a world-first orchestral celebration of bassline music.
Bassline Symphony went on to sell out St George's Hall on 9 May 2025.
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