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 …

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 …

25 years membership award

Howard Lawrence of our 1st Tenor section, has been a member for 25 years this month and, he tells us, has thoroughly enjoyed it and expects to continue for may …

Optimism, Confidence and Expectation

On 26th October our choir held a belated Annual General Meeting, belated in that we were due our annual AGM in April 2020, just as Covid 19 restrictions locked down …

The Life of Brian

Once again 2021 has seen the passing of another of our chorister family, Mr Brian Lister. Brian was a member of our second tenor section for about 10 years. He …

Two esteemed ladies

It seems our blog posts all carry sad news about the passing of our dear friends. I cannot apologise for celebrating the life of two of the choir’s ardent fans, …

Shirley White, a good freind

Today, Marilyn and I have been fortunate and honoured to attend the funeral of Shirley White. Shirley has been associated with Mansfield and District Male Voice Choir since the early …