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The six talented musicians will take to the stage on Friday, September 8.

The preliminary competition starts at 11am on Saturday September 2.

The singers were in splendid voice and, under the secure and sensitive direction of Christine Archer-Lockwood, gave us all that Christmas carols have to offer. Stylistically, the programme covered a wide range, from the traditional carol through to the contemporary, with the romantic Shepherd’s Farewell of Hector Berlioz contrasting with the tonal clashes of John Corigliano’s Christmas at Cloisters. Of particular note was Of A Rose, A Lovely Rose, composed by one of the choristers, Tim Devlin. This was a beautifully crafted work enlivened by the expressive harmonies. The choir took...