Thomas Merritt Thomas Merritt was born in Illogan on the 26th October 1863, the son of a copper and tin miner, Thomas Merritt and his wife, Mary Jane. He was christened on 31st July 1865 at Broad Lane Primitive Methodist Chapel (opened in 1859 on the site of what
Tony Mansell
- 4 November 2022
Thomas Merritt By Tony Mansell, a playing member of St Agnes Silver Band On the 16th March 1968 Truro Cathedral was filled with the sounds of a concert which will long remain in the memories of those who took part… myself included. Arranged by Cornwall Rural Music School,
- 4 November 2022
A thanksgiving service for the life of Thomas Merritt was held in Truro Cathedral on Sunday the 15th June 2008 and included the music of this remarkable Cornish composer. A synopsis of Thomas Merritt’s life, and some of his music, is included in our article: Thomas Merritt Tribute Concert at
- 4 November 2022
In 2008 suggestions were made to create a new informal group or quartet … “Newquay’s Canoryan Singers” from within Newquay Male Voice Choir. All choir members were invited to participate. As a result, a few enthusiasts started to meet with Beverley Carpenter (music teacher) to sing light 4-part arrangements.
Rob Spowart
- 12 October 2022
