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PRESS NOTICES
"It was hugely refreshing to be made to listen with new ears to this near secret repertory"
Yorkshire Evening Press, September 1995
"The skill confidence and commitment of the performers provided a fascinating afternoon of relaxing music"
Hertfordshire Mercury, February 1998
"It was in the vocalise, Colonial Song, with the accompaniment of the three instrumentalists, that the group truly scaled the musical heights."
West Sussex County Times, April 1999
"a pleasing blend of romance and humour, audience participation in some numbers, and artists in period dress."
West Somerset Free Press, December 2000
GENERAL COMMENTS
"You have been the talk of the community since Sunday. Everyone was thoroughly entertained and delighted and we felt privileged to have been part of your Scottish Tour."
Cramond Kirk Millennium Committee, Edinburgh
January 1999
"We thoroughly enjoyed the performance, and actually heard several people say how nice it was to hear this sort of music again. There was just the right amount of humour and audience participation. What a good group they were!!"
NFMS Visitor's report on Horsham Music Circle concert
April 1999
"Phew! What a show!! My telephone has not stopped ringing congratulating me for finding such a talented group"
Watford Camera Club
December 1999
"Your Parlour Evening went down a bomb with the audience. It is a long time since I have seen so many people leave the concert still smiling from ear to ear with pleasure."
Yatton Music Festival
May 2000
"It was very well organised. The presentation was excellent"
The Regal Theatre Minehead
December 2000
"With both serious and humorous ballads beautifully performed, the programme was just right."
Cuffley Concert Club, Herts
December 2002
"An excellent performance that matched perfectly the mood of the evening."
Founders' Company Dinner, City of London
December 2003
COMMENTS FROM THE THERAPEUTIC PROJECT
"Excellent visual impact"
The Royal Hospital for Neuro-Disability, Putney
September 1996
"I know the music brought immense pleasure to all, and the programme was both appropriate and thoughtful. Please thank your colleagues for me and please, please visit us again"
Marie Curie Centre, Caterham
July 1997
"Everyone present enjoyed the performance. Please pass on my sincere thanks and congratulations to everyone involved."
London Lighthouse
December 1997
"We would just like to see you more often"
Lavenders Residential Home, West Malling
July 1998
"The concert was excellent in every way. The costumes make a great contribution to the atmosphere"
Pilgrims Hospice, Canterbury
December 1998
"Residents were enthusiastic about a return visit"
Clashfarquar, Stonehaven
January 1999
"I honestly felt that the whole Programme was very well organised and presented in a fashion that our Residents could really enjoy"
Nazareth House, Aberdeen
January 1999
"The entire Concert could not have been better or, indeed, more suitable for our members"
Association of Jewish Refugees in Great Britain, London
January 1999
"It must be one of the most enjoyable afternoons we have had in a long time. You took us through quite a range of music - evoking joy, nostalgia and much appreciation of everything you played and sang. We are already looking forward to next time!"
Convent of the Holy Child Jesus, Harrogate, Yorkshire
October 2000
"An excellent concert with delightful and talented performers!"
Usk Day Hospice, Brecon
May 2001
"The performance was a perfect blend of music, both songs and piano and violin pieces, with informative and entertaining speeches from all three performers. It was visually atrractive and the audience was encouraged and keen to join in."
Outlook Housing Ltd, Edinburgh
September 2001
"It was great fun and got everyone joining in"
Eden House, Oxford
June 2002
"Very entertaining. Residents identified with the era and music. Thank you all"
Glencairn Lodge, Fraserburgh
September 2003
"Wonderful performance, enjoyed by all, very suited to our function"
Tenterden House, St Albans
December 2003
"All clients thoroughly enjoyed the visit. They would welcome future visits. Many thanks for a wonderful afternoon's entertainment."
Barnes Hospital, Richmond-upon-Thames
March 2004
"There was such a great variety within the programme and it was lovely to see so many residents singing to the tunes."
Royal Star & Garter Home, Richmond-upon-Thames
April 2004
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