Truro Cathedral Choir's senior choristers and lay vicars perform in St. Ives

On Saturday (21 March) afternoon, the senior choristers and lay vicars enjoyed a much-needed escape in the sun after such a long and miserable winter. St Ives didn't disappoint, and we were blessed with glorious sunshine for the whole day - making the visit as memorable as ever.

The choristers met early in St Ives for a little free-time where pasties, fish and chips and ice-cream were happily consumed before getting to work rehearsing at the sublime St Ia's church. Located within a stones-throw from the sea front, St Ia's church and dramatic setting only added to the day. The choir, alongside able assistance given by organ scholar Alfie Beston, quickly put the afternoon's programme together and rose to the occasion wonderfully. They adjusted to the churches modest acoustics and worked hard to sing in a way that got the most out of the church as possible.

After a warm greeting from Rev. Nick, and director of music, Jeffrey Williams the concert was underway with Bach's "Jesu Joy" translated into Cornish by lay vicar, Poppy Carlton.

Following this, the choir performed, amongst other works, wonderful music by Howells, J.S.Bach, Dobrinka Tabakova, Lotti and Parry. The audience were hugely appreciative, and enjoyed the informative and confident introductions given by choristers Jasmine and Celia, as well as choral scholar William, and lay vicar Colin.

After a well-earned cup of tea, sandwich and cake kindly provided by the church, the choir made their way back to Truro with high spirits. Grateful thanks go to choir chaperones, Mrs Vaughan and Mr Osmond.