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Pembrokeshire Herald
2 hours ago
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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
2 hours ago
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- Pembrokeshire Herald
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
2 hours ago
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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.
Western Telegraph
25-04-2025
- Entertainment
- Western Telegraph
Farmers' club organising a charity concert in Tenby
Pembroke Farmers' Club is holding the event to raise funds for Pancreatic Cancer UK and Prostate Cymru. The concert will be on Friday, May 16 at 7pm at St Mary's Church, Tenby, as a tribute to a long-standing member who died from pancreatic cancer last year. The club, with more than 200 male members, also decided to support Prostate Cymru to emphasise the importance of regular self-checks and recognising early disease signs. A visiting Irish choir, the Tredagh Singers from Drogheda, has been secured to perform at the concert. They will be joined by Pembroke and District Male Voice Choir and the Serendipity Ladies Choir from Narberth. The Tredagh Singers, founded in 1970 as St Peter's Choral Group and renamed in 1990, have won choral competitions in Ireland, the UK, and further afield, including awards at Cheltenham, Chester, Edinburgh, the Isle of Man, and the Welsh National Eisteddfod. Pembroke and District Male Voice Choir, active for more than 72 years, has performed at various venues and supported numerous worthy causes, raising substantial amounts of money over the years. The Serendipity Ladies Choir, formed nine years ago by musical director Juliet Rossiter, now has 50 members. Brian Harries, chairman of the Pembrokeshire Branch of Prostate Cymru, will host the evening at St Mary's Church. All proceeds from the event will be divided equally between the two charities. For more information or to make a donation, contact Ed Morris on 01646 661247 or email lovestonfarm@ Tickets for the concert are available from Dales Music Shop, Tenby, NFU Offices in Narbeth and Pembroke, and Pembroke Town Hall and Museum.
