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Excerpt from a letter by critic John Hywel to Rita Thomas, secretary of the societyMarch 30th 2005.My apologies for not writing sooner following the "Messiah" performance. I enjoyed this very much indeed, and must compliment the choir on really excellent, disciplined and accurate singing (apart from one moment of sheer terror for the otherwise fine tenor section when attempting their initial "Amen"!). The conductor clearly knew every note of the work and, though undemonstrative - as befits a Cathedral organist - he produced an interpretation that was stylish and well-paced. The soloists were good, and I would single out the soprano for especial praise. The two young men will, in years to come, probably develop their voices of more power and distinction but it was evident that both were musicians of high calibre. Many congratulations to all concerned. |
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