Vocal Zones Choir are going to Sing to Save Lives at their RNLI 200th Anniversary Concert. The concert will have a distinctly watery theme comprising Shanties and songs of Rivers and Oceans (some samples below). There will be some songs for all to sing along with.
To support this event, which is taking place in the Orpen Hall on Friday 10th May from 7:30 pm, you can buy your tickets at the door for just £10 (Under 18s £5). This includes a free glass of wine or juice in the interval.. All proceeds, including any donations, will go directly to the RNLI.
Mingulay Boat Song
[Chorus] Heave a ho, boys! Let her go, boys! Swing her head round, and all together. Heave a ho, boys! Let her go, boys, Sailing homeward to Mingulay.
Vocal Zones would like to thank all those who attended their Christmas Concert at St Mary’s Church. They were overwhelmed by the number of people in the church and the positive responses and compliments!
Vocal Zones Choir will celebrate Christmas with a singing event in St Mary’s Church on 17th December. The concert and singalong will start at 7:30 pm, entry is free, although donations greatly appreciated. Mulled wine and a Mince Pie will also be on offer as well as a raffle.
If you like to sing, why not try out with Vocal Zones? To be a member, enthusiasm is a much greater qualification than reading music or previous experience.
Summer’s nearly over and Vocal Zones commence their autumn/winter season of singing on Tuesday 10th September at 7 pm in the hall at Heathlands Primary School. They have a new programme of songs which Continue reading “Sing with Vocal Zones”
This Christmas Concert, in their 40th Anniversary year, will see both of the West Bergholt Concert Bands in action. The Charity concert is being held at St Botolph’s Church, Colchester on Saturday 15th December. It will start at 19:30 pm and end at approximately 21:40 pm.
West Bergholt Concert Band is celebrating 40 years of music this year which culminates with this concert at St Peter ad Vincula in Coggeshall. The concert starts at 7:30 pm on Saturday 17th November with tickets available on the door for £6 (£5 concessions).
Almost a year after the Friends of St Mary’s announced that funds had been raised for urgent repairs to the Old Church, the Church is reopening to the public. The builders removed the scaffolding from St. Mary’s Old Church almost two weeks ago and committee members have been beavering away cleaning a rather dirty and dusty church. As from this Sunday 24th June, we are very pleased to say that it is back in use once again. It will be open every day from 10 am – 4 pm.
When you visit you may be surprised that there is not much discernible difference inside the church. The recent repairs addressed the roof, 2 dormer windows and rotten timbers were replaced. The tower was also reclad with Cedar panels (see above). The next phase will involve redecoration of the interior. The work is being done by the Churches Conservation Trust who are responsible for the fabric of the church along with 350 others. The village Friends’ group aims to keep the Old Church a part of village life by opening and closing it daily and raising enough funds to keep it and the churchyard properly cared for.
Reopening Concert
On Sunday 24th June at 3 pm, we are delighted to welcome back the Comrie Singers together with Jubilant Brass and The 4 Saxes who will entertain visitors with a musical concert. Tickets are only £6 and this includes refreshments served after the concert. Please do come and enjoy this annual event.
More about the Performers
Comrie Singers
Comrie Singers Performing last year
The Comrie Singers choir has been going about 7 years now. Originally formed by parents with an association to St. Mary’s School. The name derives from Comrie House, their Lower School in Lexden, where they used to rehearse. They now rehearse every second Monday at Philip Morant School, and cover all genres of music, as long as it is fun. The Choir always welcome new members. Not all members can read music, that is not necessary, but it does help of course.
Jubilant Brass
Jubilant Brass in action while 3 Saxes wait their turn last year
Jubilant Brass formed in 2012 which was Jubilee year, hence the name. It was originally a quartet until the Tuba player joined three years ago making them a quintet.
The 3 Saxes
The 3 Saxes are a group that plays at weddings and other social events and are all members of other bands and orchestras in the area.
Following a successful concert there last year, Flatford hosts the Concert Band once again with a free concert for all near the Mill on Sunday 10th June. Starting at 2:30 pm, it will last around 2 hours.
Day Trip to Flatford?
Flatford is well worth a visit of itself so why not get there early and visit the sites of many of John Constable’s unique pictures such as the Hay Wain or Boatbuilding near Flatford Mill among many others. Wandering beside the River Stour Continue reading “Flatford Hosts Concert Band”
The Band Performing at its 40th Anniversary Concert
Concert Band Celebrates 40th Anniversary
Last weekend the Concert Band celebrated its 40th Anniversary with a concert at the West Cliff Theatre, Clacton. With a theme of Bolero to the Big Bands, music included numbers from The Beatles, James Bond, Sousa, Lerner & Loewe, Radetsky, and Disney. In aid of St Helena Hospice, the concert raised £850 taking the band to over Continue reading “Concert Band Celebrates 40th Anniversary”
The West Bergholt Concert Band’s next concert is in support of those suffering Motor Neurone Disease. Taking place at the church of St Peter ad Vincula, Coggeshall, it starts at 7:30pm on Saturday 16th December when they promise to give a “Christmas Cracker of a concert, full of Christmas favourites, old & new”.
