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Pembrokeshire Herald
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Milestone celebrated at Angle concert A CHORISTER with half a century of service was honoured at a recent performance by the Pembroke and District Male Voice Choir. Winston Owens, a baritone, was presented with a framed certificate by choir chairman Huw Morgan during a concert at St Mary's Church, Angle — one of the choir's many engagements this year. The award marked Winston's remarkable 50 years of dedication to the choir, having joined in 1975. Over the decades, Winston has performed in countless concerts and served as a mentor to many new recruits, helping guide them in both voice and confidence. In that time, he has sung under just four musical directors: founder W.P. 'Bill' Lewis, followed by David Gwynne, Christine Lloyd, and current musical director Juliet Rossiter. The Angle concert was very well attended, with a warm welcome extended by Chris Hirst. Master of Ceremonies Matthew John opened proceedings by revealing that it was Chris's birthday — prompting an impromptu rendition of 'Happy Birthday' by the choir and audience. The evening also featured two notable firsts: a soloist debut by Mirelle Ryan of Pembroke Dock, and the choir's first public performance of Elvis Presley's classic The Wonder of You, which has been recently added to their repertoire. Accompaniment throughout the evening was provided by the Rev William Lambert, who is also Priest-in-Charge of the Angle Peninsula churches, including St Mary's. Mirelle delighted the audience with four songs, and the choir is looking forward to welcoming her back for future concerts. Juliet Rossiter gave her approval to the choir's Elvis debut, praising their performance after only a few weeks of rehearsal. After the concert, refreshments were served in the village hall, with thanks given by Huw Morgan to the church ladies for their hospitality. The choir's next appearance will be at St John's Church, Tenby, on Tuesday, June 17, starting at 8:00pm — the first of two visits to the venue this year. Pictured in St Mary's Church, Angle, are (left to right): Male Voice Chairman Huw Morgan, 50-year chorister Winston Owens, soloist Mirelle Ryan, Stage Manager David Halsted, Secretary David Powell, and Accompanist the Rev William Lambert.
Pembrokeshire Herald
8 hours ago
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Half a century of song for dedicated chorister Winston Owens
Milestone celebrated at Angle concert A CHORISTER with half a century of service was honoured at a recent performance by the Pembroke and District Male Voice Choir. Winston Owens, a baritone, was presented with a framed certificate by choir chairman Huw Morgan during a concert at St Mary's Church, Angle — one of the choir's many engagements this year. The award marked Winston's remarkable 50 years of dedication to the choir, having joined in 1975. Over the decades, Winston has performed in countless concerts and served as a mentor to many new recruits, helping guide them in both voice and confidence. In that time, he has sung under just four musical directors: founder W.P. 'Bill' Lewis, followed by David Gwynne, Christine Lloyd, and current musical director Juliet Rossiter. The Angle concert was very well attended, with a warm welcome extended by Chris Hirst. Master of Ceremonies Matthew John opened proceedings by revealing that it was Chris's birthday — prompting an impromptu rendition of 'Happy Birthday' by the choir and audience. The evening also featured two notable firsts: a soloist debut by Mirelle Ryan of Pembroke Dock, and the choir's first public performance of Elvis Presley's classic The Wonder of You, which has been recently added to their repertoire. Accompaniment throughout the evening was provided by the Rev William Lambert, who is also Priest-in-Charge of the Angle Peninsula churches, including St Mary's. Mirelle delighted the audience with four songs, and the choir is looking forward to welcoming her back for future concerts. Juliet Rossiter gave her approval to the choir's Elvis debut, praising their performance after only a few weeks of rehearsal. After the concert, refreshments were served in the village hall, with thanks given by Huw Morgan to the church ladies for their hospitality. The choir's next appearance will be at St John's Church, Tenby, on Tuesday, June 17, starting at 8:00pm — the first of two visits to the venue this year. Pictured in St Mary's Church, Angle, are (left to right): Male Voice Chairman Huw Morgan, 50-year chorister Winston Owens, soloist Mirelle Ryan, Stage Manager David Halsted, Secretary David Powell, and Accompanist the Rev William Lambert.
Pembrokeshire Herald
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Milestone celebrated at Angle concert A CHORISTER with half a century of service was honoured at a recent performance by the Pembroke and District Male Voice Choir. Winston Owens, a baritone, was presented with a framed certificate by choir chairman Huw Morgan during a concert at St Mary's Church, Angle — one of the choir's many engagements this year. The award marked Winston's remarkable 50 years of dedication to the choir, having joined in 1975. Over the decades, Winston has performed in countless concerts and served as a mentor to many new recruits, helping guide them in both voice and confidence. In that time, he has sung under just four musical directors: founder W.P. 'Bill' Lewis, followed by David Gwynne, Christine Lloyd, and current musical director Juliet Rossiter. The Angle concert was very well attended, with a warm welcome extended by Chris Hirst. Master of Ceremonies Matthew John opened proceedings by revealing that it was Chris's birthday — prompting an impromptu rendition of 'Happy Birthday' by the choir and audience. The evening also featured two notable firsts: a soloist debut by Mirelle Ryan of Pembroke Dock, and the choir's first public performance of Elvis Presley's classic The Wonder of You, which has been recently added to their repertoire. Accompaniment throughout the evening was provided by the Rev William Lambert, who is also Priest-in-Charge of the Angle Peninsula churches, including St Mary's. Mirelle delighted the audience with four songs, and the choir is looking forward to welcoming her back for future concerts. Juliet Rossiter gave her approval to the choir's Elvis debut, praising their performance after only a few weeks of rehearsal. After the concert, refreshments were served in the village hall, with thanks given by Huw Morgan to the church ladies for their hospitality. The choir's next appearance will be at St John's Church, Tenby, on Tuesday, June 17, starting at 8:00pm — the first of two visits to the venue this year. Pictured in St Mary's Church, Angle, are (left to right): Male Voice Chairman Huw Morgan, 50-year chorister Winston Owens, soloist Mirelle Ryan, Stage Manager David Halsted, Secretary David Powell, and Accompanist the Rev William Lambert.
Pembrokeshire Herald
27-05-2025
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- Pembrokeshire Herald
Three choirs unite in Tenby for charity concert
Over £3,000 raised for Prostate Cymru and Pancreatic Cancer UK A CHANCE encounter at a bowls competition in Westport, on Ireland's west coast, sparked a memorable evening of music and friendship at St Mary's Church, Tenby. The connection began when Ed Morris, a baritone with Pembroke and District Male Voice Choir and a member of Pembroke Farmers' Club, struck up a conversation with a member of the Tredagh Singers from Drogheda, north of Dublin. The singer, coincidentally the sister of Ed's neighbour, was also attending the competition. Choir chairmen Huw Morgan (left) and Vincent Moore exchange gifts (Pic: P&DMVC) Eighteen months later, that chance meeting led to a spectacular joint concert featuring the Tredagh Singers, Pembroke and District Male Voice Choir, and the ladies of Serendipity Choir from Narberth. The well-attended evening raised over £3,000 in aid of Prostate Cymru and Pancreatic Cancer UK. Each choir performed its own programme to warm applause before joining together for a stirring finale of the Welsh classic Calon Lân and You'll Never Walk Alone. Brian Harries, chairman of the Pembrokeshire Friends of Prostate Cymru and a member of Haverfordwest Male Voice Choir, served as MC and also took part in the final numbers alongside long-serving Pembroke tenor John Kilcoyne. Juliet Rossiter, musical director of both local choirs, conducted a total of 14 pieces on the night. Accompanists were Heather Williams for Serendipity and William Lambert for Pembroke. During the event, gifts were exchanged as a token of friendship. Tredagh chairman Vincent Moore presented a framed score of Calon Lân, adorned with silhouettes of Drogheda landmarks, along with a bottle of local whiskey. In return, Pembroke chairman Huw Morgan gifted a print of Barafundle Bay—one of Pembrokeshire's most iconic beaches. Members of both Welsh choirs expressed hopes for future exchanges with the Tredagh Singers, both in Wales and across the Irish Sea. Pictured top of page: The three choirs and musical teams pictured following the concert at St Mary's Church, Tenby (Pic: P&DMVC)
