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The Phoenix Singers, Leek
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Haydn - The Creation
A review of Haydn's Creation by Archdeacon Terry Bloor
All Saints', Leek, reverberated with very fine singing on the evening of 30 May. Under wonderful direction, the Phoenix Singers, together with three RNCM soloists and the Phoenix Festival Orchestra, thrilled a capacity audience with their masterful delivery of Haydn's 'The Creation'.
From the first recitative with chorus, it was obvious that the preparations for this performance were going to pay dividends; the evening just got better and better! The choir's tone was colorful, open and clear more than matching Haydn's often challenging work. An enchanting balance during the duets and trios with chorus, was struck with consummate ease and enhanced the listening pleasure.
Altogether, the performance of this oratorio was uplifting to the satisfaction of everyone listening, and by the observed facial expressions and body language, equally so for singers and musicians alike. Thanks for such a great evening!
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The Phoenix Singers adopted its name in 1985, when the choir was re-born from the ashes of the former Leek High School Choir. Since then the choir has developed a varied repertoire, performing major choral works, small-scale pieces and contemporary music. It draws its membership from all parts of the Staffordshire Moorlands and beyond. A registered charity (no.1085474), it is a genuine community choir in that it welcomes anyone who enjoys singing. There are no auditions.
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We rehearse every Monday evening in term time at 7:30pm, at Leek First School, (East Street, Leek ST13 6LF). During school holidays we are usually to be found at Trinity Church, (Derby St, Leek. ST13 5JF) but if you would like to come during the holidays, it's best to email our secretary ( ) to check.
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