The Wistaston Singers performed a fund-raising concert at St Stephen’s Methodist Church in Crewe.
Phil Houghton was musical director and also introduced each song and soloist.
Wistaston Singers sang songs from 42nd Street, Mamma Mia, and Les Miserables as part of an extensive programme.
Conductor Phil Houghton also played the organ, while Chris White sang and played ukulele.
Jane Hale was accompanist and also played the flute and alto saxophone.
There were also many soloists within the choir.
The audience was encouraged to sing along to the Last Night of the Proms finale which included Rule Britannia, Land of Hope and Glory, and Jerusalem and to join in singing the National Anthem.
Proceeds from the concert will go to Church and Choir funds.
Phil Houghton (pictured, below) said: “We were delighted to sing at St Stephen’s Methodist Church and thank them for their generous hospitality.
“It was an afternoon that was enjoyed by all and we thank everyone for their support.”
The Wistaston Singers were formed by members of the choir at St Mary’s Parish Church, Wistaston in May 2000.
They now have more than 45 members singing four-part harmony music.
The choir performs an eclectic choice of music including choral church music and anthems, songs from the shows, Gershwin, John Rutter, and Gilbert and Sullivan.
They perform up to seven concerts a year at various venues in South Cheshire and one concert out of area as an ‘away day experience’.
Weekly rehearsals take place in the parish rooms of St Mary’s Church, Nantwich on Wednesdays 7.30pm to 9.30pm.
New members welcome, contact Choir Secretary Jill Oakes 01270 662940, or email [email protected]
(pictures and words by Jonathan White)
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