Choral leader's 40 years in group.A choral cho·ral adj. 1. Of or relating to a chorus or choir. 2. Performed or written for performance by a chorus. [Medieval Latin chor conductor conductor Any of various substances that allow the flow of electric current or thermal energy. A conductor is a poor insulator because it has a low resistance to such flow. is to celebrate 40 years with his current group. When Colin Short steps on stage at St Peter's Riverside in Sunderland tomorrow, it will be four decades to the day since he first sang with the Sunderland Singers. He will mark the anniversary with a special tribute to composer Richard Rogers, including music from The Sound of Music, South Pacific and Oklahoma. But although Colin, who first appeared with the choir at Burn Park Methodist Church in 1964, is looking forward to the night, he won't be limbering up his vocal chords. He says: "I've been accused of singing when I should be conducting but after 27 years as a conductor I'm wise enough to know people won't pay to hear me sing. That's why we pay professionals!" The concert takes place at the Prospect Building, Sir Tom Cowie Sir Tom Cowie is the honorary Life President of the Arriva Group, formerly know as Cowie Group plc. Sir Tom's father, T.S. Cowie ran a business, T. Cowie Ltd, which repaired cycles around the streets of Sunderland but this business ceased to exist in the early years of the war when Campus at St Peter's tomorrow at 7pm. Tickets cost pounds 8 (pounds 6 concessions/pounds 4 students) and are available on the door, or by calling (0191) 548 7824. |
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