Our 80th Anniversary season has come to a close but the concerts and events that were held to celebrate this milestone will live on in our memories for years to come.

The last concert in this season was well received and thoroughly enjoyed by all who took part. Elgar’s The Music Makers was described as atmospheric and moving with some impressive dynamics. One audience member commented ‘The Music Makers came over wonderfully well with its beautiful pianissimo opening through all its varied colours and moods.’
In contrast, and in recognition of the 80th ‘oak’ anniversary, In Windsor Forest by Vaughan Williams gave the choir the opportunity to sing a folk-like style. With rousing choruses and tender movements in addition to tongue twisting challenges, the choir rose to the occasion! Our merry men particularly revelled in the Drinking Song!
We were delighted to welcome back mezzo-soprano Helen Gregory as our soloist for the evening. Her very accomplished and sensitive singing of the Elgar was especially praised as was her lovely rich voice.
Our talented accompanist Mackenzie Paget entertained us with a short piano recital with works from Handel, Brahms, Kabalevsky and Gershwin.

Rehearsals will begin again on Tuesday, 8th September 2026 at 7:45pm at Wilmslow Methodist Church. New members in all sections will be very welcome to come along. Scores for Rutter’s Magnificat will be distributed at this rehearsal to enable us to begin to practise for our Christmas concert in December.