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The final draw of the 100 Club

December Draw 2007

Drawn at the Bromyard Methodist Church Hall Bromyard on 11th December

1st. Prize Mike Cresswell

2nd. Prize Jenny Holmes

3rd. Prize Ann Smith

4th. Prize Hilary Jones

The 100 Club

The Society wishes to thank all those who have supported the club over the last three years and helped to raise money towards the purchase of a two manual Viscount Organ.

Many who have attended recent concerts given by the choir have commented very favourably on the superb sound of the instrument. The Organ is available to hire, full details on the website www.bromyardchoral.co.uk

On Tuesday evening 18th December Members of the choir made their annual visit to Highwell House and Whitegates Residential Homes to sing carols followed by a tour of the hostelries and centre of Bromyard singing carols and collecting for the 'Acorns Childrens Trust'. The magnificent sum of £117-40 was raised, the choir would like to thank the generous folk who came out of their front doors, stopped eating or drinking to give to the very worthy cause. Also our thanks to the Landlords who welcomed us in and also contributed.

BROMYARD & DISTRICT CHORAL SOCIETY

On Saturday 19th May, the Bromyard & District Choral Society treated an enthralled audience, at the Bromyard Centre, to its 50th anniversary concert.

The golden theme was tastefully and cleverly threaded throughout the evening, from buttonholes and scarves to floral arrangements and commemorative programmes. The concert itself lived up to expectation, involving two conductors, three guest soloists and an orchestra, Bromyard Sinfonia, as well as the choir.

The first half was a performance of the choral suite from 'The Armed Man', a Mass for Peace by Karl Jenkins. This was conducted by David Barclay, with soprano soloist, Elizabeth MacDonald. The Mass was commissioned by the Royal Armouries for the Millennium and first performed at the Royal Albert Hall in 2000. Although a new piece, many parts were familiar (thanks to Classic FM!) The audience found the music inspiring, the singing very clear, articulate and moving; and over too soon!

During the interval, the visiting party of officials from Tanzania were welcomed by the Society's Patron, Councillor Jonathon Lester during his address at this, his first public engagement since becoming Mayor of Bromyard and Winslow.

The second part of the evening was a change of style and conductor; the classical 'Creation' (parts I and 2) by Franz Josef Haydn, conducted by Sir Richard Mynors. All three soloists, Elizabeth MacDonald, David Watkin-Holmes, tenor and David Usher, bass, sang with great feeling and the trio were beautifully balanced. Again the orchestra was very well conducted and accompanied superbly.

The rendition, which included my favourite spine tingling 'Let there be LIGHT' refrain, was performed excellently with much power where needed and control, with musical light and shade, when this was required.

The contrast between the two pieces highlighted the ability, versatility and polish of the choral society. It was lovely to watch the expressions on choir members faces, as they were obviously enjoying the concert as much as we were.

The evening rounded off with an address by the President, Rev. Preb.Walter Gould and a presentation to two founder members, Pat Taylor and Margaret Herbert, in recognition of their 50 years of service to the society.

The whole occasion was very enjoyable and memorable with so much local musical talent, both vocal and instrumental on display. I, as a member of the audience, feel privileged to have witnessed such an event. I cannot wait for the next Anniversary concert, if only to see the Chairman, Martin Ganderton, in a Penguin Suit again!