February seems particularly long, cold and wet this year but spring is just around the corner and rehearsals for Rossini’s Petite Messe are going really well – it is such a satisfying sing! Make a note of the date – Saturday 21st March, 7.15pm at St Margaret’s Church, Swinton, South Yorkshire.
Wishing all our members, friends and supporters a very happy Christmas. Bel Canto will be singing at carol services on Sunday 22nd December at St Margaret’s, Swinton at 4pm and St John the Baptist, Mexborough at 6pm. Our next concert is on Saturday 21st March when we perform Rossini’s Petite Messe Solennelle.
Thank you to our regular choir members and all our guests for a super concert this evening. Great comments from the audience, and the string players, who once again really enjoyed playing with such a great choir. Their compliments are those of experienced players, who encounter all sorts, so congratulations to all. Particular thanks to … Continue reading
As we enter the month of May, there are many signs that summer is on its way. The blossom on the trees, the smell of new-mown grass and the sound of Bel Canto every Sunday evening rehearsing their favourite songs and medleys from musicals, films and television themes. From Rodgers and Hammerstein to Lloyd Webber, … Continue reading
Bel Canto are delight to be joining forces with Unite the Union Brass Band for the ever popular Christmas concert. Friday 14th December at St Margaret’s Church, Swinton at 7.15pm Tickets available £9 From choir members or text 07803925212
Summer is on the way, time for fun with favourite choral themes from films and favourite film themes specially arranged for Bel Canto! Saturday 7th July 7.15pm St Margaret’s Church, Swinton
We are delighted to announce the June concert! The programme is: Fauré: Cantique de Jean Racine Brahms: Liebeslieder Waltzer Op. 52 with guest accompanist Malcolm Martineau Britten: Rejoice in the Lamb Poulenc: Stabat Mater with Clare Wheat (Soprano) A FREE pre-performance talk will be given at 6:45pm. Saturday 22nd June 7:15pm St Margaret’s Parish church, … Continue reading
Our next sectional day will be Sunday 28th April at St John’s School, Mexborough. If you are thinking of joining the choir, this is a perfect opportunity to try us out! These days usually have a guest choir trainer, plus our Musical Director and Accompanist and are a great introduction to new members. Plus they are … Continue reading
Introducing our soloists who will be performing Rossini’s Petite Messe Solennelle’ next month.
Beautiful voices
Beautiful music!
