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Tatton Singers Celebrate 50th Anniversary with Ambitious Programme

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The Tatton Singers, a Knutsford choir, is marking a historic milestone with its 50th anniversary. Founded with 18 members, the choir has grown to 80 singers, providing classical, contemporary, and modern performances of choral music in the heart of Knutsford. The choir's chairman, Dr. Sue Elves, emphasizes the importance of music in bringing people together and promoting mental health and self-development. The choir is directed by inspiring conductor John Powell, who has transformed the group into an adventurous and skilled ensemble capable of performing challenging works.

Key Takeaways:

  • The Tatton Singers is celebrating its 50th anniversary with a series of special concerts, including works by Gounod and Cherubini, and Bach's St John Passion.
  • The choir started with 18 singers and has grown to 80 members, making it a welcoming and inclusive ensemble.
  • The choir rehearses every Tuesday evening in St John's Church and welcomes new singers to come along and try out a few practices before joining.
  • The choir has performed with Tatton Sinfonia, a full orchestra of over 30 players, in the past and will continue this collaboration for the November 22 concert.
  • Musical director John Powell has been instrumental in transforming the choir into an adventurous and skilled ensemble capable of performing challenging works.
  • The choir's programmes include classical, contemporary, and modern performances of choral music, showcasing their versatility and talent.
  • The choir's performances are held at St John's Church, with tickets available at thetattonsingers.co.uk.

Statistics:

  • The choir has 80 members, up from 18 when it was founded.
  • The choir rehearses every Tuesday evening in St John's Church.
  • The choir has been performing with Tatton Sinfonia for nearly 20 years.
  • The November concert will feature a full orchestra of over 30 players.
  • The St John Passion performance will be the fourth time the choir has sung with Baroque in the North.
  • The choir's programmes include a mix of classical, contemporary, and modern choral music.

Sources:

  • "The Tatton Singers to celebrate 50th anniversary with special concert" by unknown author, published on unknown date
  • "Tatton Singers: 'We're like a big, happy family'" by unknown author, published on unknown date
  • Photo: Jonathan Farber, published on unknown date.

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