Press Article: 2022 Bursary: IW Observer 15th July
Launch of 2022 Bursary
We are delighted to announce the launch of our new
Isle of Wight Cantata Choir Bursary Scheme
As one of the largest and most established choral groups on the Island, we have been performing, promoting and championing the enjoyment of traditional and contemporary classical music, since 1956.
In launching our new Bursary Scheme, we aim to encourage and support talented and promising young singers and musicians on the Island, in their aspirations and pursuit of excellence and further study of music-making and performance.
We Welcome Applications: from 11-19 yr olds from the Island, who are committed to singing or playing an instrument, have made progress and achievement so far, and would like to pursue their dreams and talent further, who would benefit from financial support for funding for e.g. lessons, music, instrument, travel to specialist courses, etc.
For All Information and an Application Form, please go to:
Isle of Wight Cantata Choir Bursary
The closing date for applications is: Monday 19th September 2022
Essential Reading: Application Information & Guidance
Application: PDF Application Form
Poster: 2022 Bursary
General Information: Safeguarding Policy
General Information: Equal Opportunities Policy
Concert: 25th June 2022: Vivaldi, Handel, Parry, Chilcott
Summer Concert 2022
Time & Date: 7.30pm Saturday 25th June 2022
Venue: Ryde Methodist Church, Garfield Road, Ryde PO33 2PT
Gloria: Antonio Vivaldi
Zadok the Priest: George Frideric Handel
I Was Glad: Hubert Parry
The Lily and The Rose: Bob Chilcott
Composer Profile and Programme Notes:
Gloria Zadok the Priest I Was Glad The Lily and The Rose
Soloist Profile:
Counter Tenor: Alastair Ross Soprano: Stefanie Kemball-Read
Organ: Lawrence Bate
Sad Announcement: Passing of David Martin – Bass Choir Member
It is with much sadness that we inform you that David Martin died this morning, having been ill for a short while.
David had great passion for music and music-making. He joined Cantata a number of years ago, and was a stalwart of the ‘back row basses’ for many years.
Additionally, he was very involved with the Isle of Wight Music Centre and was also 2ndconductor of the Island’s Senior Wind Band.
After some years away from Cantata, David re-joined the choir when our rehearsals re-started last Autumn; sharing his enjoyment for music and singing with his wife, and soprano member, Barbara.
He thoroughly enjoyed singing with us again and remarked on how much pleasure he gained from performing in our Faure concert at the end of October.
David was such a friendly, jolly, enthusiastic and affable character; with a smile and good word for whoever he came into contact with.
He will indeed be very sadly missed.
Our thoughts and good wishes are with his wife Barbara, family and friends.
Press Article: 5th March 2022 Concert
Additional Article: Isle of Wight County Press: https://www.countypress.co.uk/news/19984397.isle-wight-cantata-choir-audience-donate-1-000-ukraine/
Concert: 5th March 2022: Rutter & Chilcott
Spring Concert 2022
Time & Date: 7.30pm Saturday 5th March 2022
Venue: All Saints’ Church, Queen’s Road, Ryde PO33 3AF
John Rutter: Magnificat
&
Bob Chilcott: Songs my Heart has Taught Me
with Soloist
Tressa Lambert: Soprano
and Special Guest
Thomas Nash: Classical Guitar
Composer Profile & Programme Notes: John Rutter – Magnificat
Composer Profile & Programme Notes: Bob Chilcott – Songs my Heart has Taught Me
Artist Profile & Programme Notes: Tressa Lambert
Artist Profile & Programme Notes: Thomas Nash
Poster: 5th March 2022 Concert
Tickets: £10
Concert Sound Recordings
Bob Chilcott: Songs my Heart has Taught Me (3:Rhythm & 4:Resolution)
John Rutter: Magnificat