1964: Burraton Methodist Church Men’s Choir formed. 1964: Ralph Blake, Musical Director. 1974: Phil Taylor, Musical Director. Renamed Burraton Male Voice Choir. 1983: Founder member of the Cornish Federation of Male Voice Choirs. 1983: Took part in the 1,000 Voice Concert at the Royal Albert Hall. 1988: Muriel Forse was
Tony Mansell
- 21 July 2022
(Photo: courtesy of Pixabay) Chiapanecas A cornet solo arrangement by John Brush, St Dennis Silver Band Musical Director. City of Truro A march by Les Stopher. We are hopeful that Les’s daughter, Lynn, will be able to provide information on this piece. From Newlyn to Niarbyl Written
- 20 July 2022
Much of the material for this potted history has been taken from St Stythians Male Voice Choir – A Brief History by S J Stephens and we recommend it for a fuller history. 1913: A male choir was formed in Stithians. 1913: J H Bowden, Musical Director. First World
- 20 July 2022
The inspiration for the formation of the Loveny Male Voice Choir came from a Cornishman from St Neot – Alan Pascoe. This potted history has been compiled using material from the choir’s website including the memories of Pam Pascoe, Alan’s wife. 1971: The first discussion regarding the formation
- 20 July 2022
John Berryman (Photo: originator not known – if it is yours then please let us know and it will be credited or removed) John Berryman’s involvement with brass bands began when he was aged eight. It was with Camborne Town Band which was not surprising as his father had been
- 19 July 2022