Inverurie Jubilee concert fundraiser success
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A RICH variety of songs and music delighted a full house for the concert in St Andrew's Church, Inverurie on Sunday.
Musically directed by Ian Milne the performers were Steve Innes (accordion/keyboard) Bruce Edmond (violin), Kellands primary 4,5,6 school choir, students from the Mitchell school of drama, Ramsay Tough (piano) and singers Alan Robertson and Sheila Craggs introduced by MC Kit Pawson who also gave the vote of thanks to all concerned with this fine production.
A hearty finale of Harry Lauder favourites by Steve, and Bruce had everybody singing along, clapping and toe-tapping.
Kit Pawson commented: "Alan and Eileen Robertson originally thought up the idea and it is thanks to their inspiration that the concert came to fruition.
"Amidst the magnificent floral crowns which decorated the church, an array of local talent charmed and entertained some 200 folk.
"A variety of beautifully played piano pieces from St Andrew's organist, Ian Milne, a thought provoking excerpt for the Mitchell School of Drama's latest play, A Monstrous Regiment of Women highlighting the influence Kintore born Caroline Philipps had on the British Suffragette movement. great Scottish tunes played with expertise and enthusiasm from accordionist Steve Innes and Bruce Edmond on fiddle. Alan Robertson singing from the heart the well loved song, Caledonia as well as songs from The Eagles and Robbie Williams.
" Sheila Craggs, a weel kent person in St Andrew's soprano voice thrilled the audience with songs from the musicals Cats and West Side Story as well as two lovely ballads from her native Northumberland; Ramsay Tough, a brilliant 12 year old pianist stunned the audience with his rendering of The Dark Island, followed by a modern classical piece by South Korean composer, Lee Ruma, and then a most scintillating version of In the Mood.
"Kellands (Inverurie) Primary School Choir delighted everyone with their three well chosen songs and finally Steve, Bruce and Ian led the audience in a Scottish singalong which had everyone singing lustily with hands clapping and toes a tapping!.
A fabulous end to a splendid afternoon which helped us raise £1600."
