Trio of charities to benefit as choirs spring into summer with special concert
THREE of Cumbria’s best-loved charities are set to benefit from the sound of music as a special concert is held at one of Carlisle’s most historic venues.
The University of Cumbria and legal firm Cartmell Shepherd are joining musical forces to present an evening of music and entertainment.
The university’s acapella choirs will perform alongside the long-established Cartmells Community Choir supported and sponsored by Cartmell Shepherd and led by Lyn Young.
Compéred by Carlisle’s very own, John Myers, the choirs will be joined by special guests, internationally renowned opera singer, Professor Valerie Reid and Carlisle-born baritone, Andrew Johnston.
Peter Stafford (attached), Managing Director of Cartmell Shepherd said: “This concert provides a unique opportunity for the Cartmells Community Choir to perform on the same stage as some of the university’s most talented singers.
“The evening will deliver a rich and varied mix of music and song and we’re delighted to be able to showcase such talent and raise funds for three most-worthy Cumbrian charities”.
Proceeds from the concert, which is to be held at the Tithebarn in Carlisle, will be donated to the Eden Valley Hospice and Jigsaw, Cumbria’s Children’s Hospice and the Cumbria Wheelchair Sports Club.
Professor Graeme Danby who is musical director of the university choirs said community is of huge importance to the University of Cumbria.
He added: “During their studies, we encourage our students to engage in activities which will provide them with enrichment and professional development skills. To work in partnership with Cartmell Shepherd has been a rewarding experience and we are looking forward to presenting this concert with them”.
Lyn Young, Musical Director of the Cartmell Shepherd Community Choir welcomed the opportunity to collaborate with the University of Cumbria in order to raise funds for local charities, adding: “The choir loves to be involved in community projects and are looking forward to this collaborative event to raise funds for such wonderful causes. Working with the University also gives us the opportunity to take on some different repertoire and work with an accomplished accompanist”.
The concert will be held on Thursday 02 May 2019 commencing at 7.00pm. Tickets priced at £10 / £8 are available online, by email to boxoffice@stanwixtheatre.co.uk or telephone 01228 400356.
Notes to editors
Spring Into Summer: A Musical Journey will be held at the Tithebarn, West Walls, Carlisle, CA3 8UF on Thursday 02 May 2019 commencing at 7.00pm.
Cartmell Shepherd has offices in Rosehill Carlisle, Carlisle city centre, Brampton, Haltwhistle, Penrith and west Cumbria.
The company is a member of the innovative UK200 Group and is the only legal firm in Cumbria to be a part of the organisation.
It was named in the Lex100 - a student guide of the best law firms to work for - for the fifth year running in 2018.
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