Choral Concert in Wantage

Last night I attended an excellent choral concert at Wantage Civic Hall in memory of Barbara Cooper which raised funds for Helen and Douglas House. We heard songs from the Newport Male Voice Choir (above left) and Wantage Male Voice Choir and for some pieces we heard joint choirs sing together (above right).  There were some new songs paying tribute to Betjeman as this  was the last weekend of the excellent Wantage (not just) Betjeman Literary Festival which has been another success.

The hall was packed with many friends, family and colleagues of Barbara's who were able to come along to remember her and the excellent work she did both at King Alfred's College and within the community.  We were told that £2700 was raised last night to go towards the work of Helen and Douglas House.  A very enjoyable evening, despite the wet and windy weather.