Another December, another lovely Christmas Concert at St. Peter’s!
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We enjoyed a real Christmas treat in St. Peter’s, Thornton on Sunday 11th December, and were particularly pleased to welcome the Mayor of Hinckley and Bosworth, Councillor Richard Allen, Deputy Mayor Councillor Ozzy O’Shea and Mrs O’Shea, and the Head of Thornton School, Sarah Acton. Our guests joined an audience of 110 adults and 30 children at this popular annual concert which was established to raise funds for both St. Peter’s church, Thornton and Redgate Farm Animal Sanctuary, Markfield. This year we raised exactly £500. We always have a theme, and this year it was ‘Angels’. The poems, songs, carols and dances were all based on these heavenly messengers, and the performers ensured that all elements of the afternoon were perfectly matched. The Friends of St. Peter’s and Trustees of Redgate Farm would like to thank the wonderful performers who give so freely of their time, skills and expertise and without whom there could be no concert: Chris Ball of the Kirby Muxloe Players kindly read three memorable ‘angel’ poems for us, in her clear, warm, expressive voice which visitors always comment on. Sue Quinn choir leader, led the children of Thornton School in five well-chosen songs, all angelically sung. We were extremely impressed with their cheerful confidence and the fact that they sang all the songs from memory - and with W accompanying actions! Keely-Anna and her fabulous dancers, in an impressive range of bright and sparkly costumes, danced four festive pieces for our delight. Their enthusiasm for dance is always so inspiring. And this year we welcomed a new soloist to the church. Julie Winch from Tamworth, currently completing her cello and singing studies at the Birmingham Conservatoire. Julie has the most lovely voice, warm personality and huge, infectious smile! She sang a range of songs, old and new to add to the Christmas cheer.
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