What the adjudicators say

LES FLEURS      A delightful flow and texture

FOR SNOW       Atmospheric performance…the “falling” was quite delightful… excellent control and secure intonation

SING JOYFULLY       Splendid discipline and balance in the parts….. some fine textures

CHRISTUS FACTUS EST     Fine performance… full of dynamic contrast… complexity of chromaticism well managed

WHITE FLOWERING DAYS    Fluid movement… wonderful balance… no voices protrude… lovely flashing colours

LOVER & LASS  ( R )  Too enjoyable to have to write…  must have been how JR hoped it would sound

PASTIME     Your new positions alerted us to something special… there isn’t a weak dept… first rate communication

SILVER SWAN        Singing of a very high standard….. voices were pure and well matched…. moods clearly expressed

I PRAISE TENDER FLOWER   Singing of highest order… entirely appropriate rubato..  ensemble and intonation excellent

UBI CARITAS      Fine unity of approach in all parts… intonation good… a super programme, bravo

WEEP O MINE EYES     Here we had sheer beauty… a well chosen recital… totally satisfying… bravo

HAEC DIES       Rhythmic and energetic approach… excellent balance and interplay between parts

LOVER & LASS ( SW )Everyone feels it & moves together.. 2 good soloists, good balance with accomp.. delightful ending

RHYTHM        Lively and rhythmic… much contrast and a real sense of teamwork… everyone moves so well, both                     

                          rhythmically and dynamically..  rock steady pulse..  total control, technically and musically..  superb ending

                          An excellent choice of programme, varied and well presented

PHYLLIS     An excellent ensemble in control and dynamic responses…  very experienced  and they enjoy their performing

ALL CREATURES NOW     Outstanding performance… stylish and sensitive… polished and musical

SHENANDOAH        Extremely musical, sensitive and technically secure… every lead clear as a bell… unison singing very

                                     impressive indeed; not as easy as you make it sound

I am delighted to have heard you, you have something very special - well done, especially impressive was your choice of such different and very demanding styles.