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Contact The Sunderland Music City Office

If you have any questions or you would like to get in touch with a member of the Sunderland Music City team, please see the following contact methods below.

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Frankie Francis, Music Officer - Communications and External Engagement

Sunderland born Frankie Francis is a broadcaster, commentator and lead singer of Frankie and the Heartstrings. In his new role as Music Officer, Frankie will be responsible for developing Sunderland’s relationship with the UK’s national music industry, and with organisations such as Sunderland City Council, the North East Combined Authority, the Department of Culture, Media and Sport and Arts Council England. He will help develop a series of gigs, concerts, and events, building on what is already a growing musical programme in the city. 

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Marty Longstaff, Music Officer - Talent Development and Communities

Marty Longstaff is a singer, songwriter, musician, and qualified teacher from Sunderland. As well as making records with his band The Lake Poets, for the last decade Marty has combined his passions for music and education, designing and delivering music workshops across the country. In his new role as Music Officer, Marty will focus on talent development, working with citywide educational organisations and national programmes to develop new and emerging talent on Wearside. Marty is dedicated to helping the city’s emerging and established musicians achieve their aims, and for them to be an inspiration to the next generation.

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Contact Our Marketing Office

For PR enquiries, media requests and marketing partnerships get in touch with Andrew Dipper, Sunderland MAC Trust Marketing Director. 

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And For Everything Else... 

For general enquiries including updates to your directory listing please get in touch with our shared mailbox, which is monitored regularly by the Sunderland Music City team.

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