Blood Bikes Benefit
Fifth charity concert in 2022 by Mansfield and District Male Voice Choir Having been involved in raising over £6,000 so far in 2022, on 23rd July at St. John’s Church, …
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Hetty’s cheque presentation
It has been a while since the lovely concert with Sonara for Hetty’s charity on 23rd April 2022 at Queen Elizabeth’s Academy. However, after much co ordinating of diaries and …
“Heritage” for Mansfield Rotary Club
A presentation of the History of the Choir based on the recently published book was given to a very attentive audience of the Mansfield Rotary Club. Incoming President Karen Johnson …
On the Road Again
With great anticipation and some excitement our choir made a visit, the first since Covid restrictions were lifted, to our old friends St. Edmundsbury Male Voice Choir (SEMVC) in Bury …
Walter Pitchford passes into legend
Today, at Harbour View Crematorium, Lytchett Minster near Poole, a service of Thanksgiving and Celebration was held for the life of Walter Ernest Pitchford our friend, leader and mentor. The …
Three of the Best
In the 8 days commencing 23rd April, Mansfield and District Male Voice choir performed in three charity concerts which in total raised nearly £6,000. The concerts were: 23rd April St …
I love to sing ! – Alastair Marr (Baritone)
Alastair is one of three members of the choir having been a member for over 35 years; the other two are Ian Grice and Gerald Houldsworth. Here is his story: …
The New Boys – Trevor Dyson, Peter Baugh and Wesley Pierpoint.
Most choirs and organisations have seen membership reductions over the last two years due to the Covid restrictions. Our choir is no different, but we are delighted that we have …
A common thread – Ralph and Peter
It is sadly inevitable that with the passage of time, we experience the passing of former choristers and friends; it is a feature of our lives. The common thread I …
I love to sing! – Gerald Houldsworth
Gerald was born in 1933 in Forest Road, Skegby, Sutton in Ashfield where his father worked as a postal worker and then a window cleaner whilst mum was a mender …