Lesley Garrett & The Bard of Barnsley – A Century of Song

For a hundred years since the end of the First World War, the hills of the High Peak have echoed with the sound of men singing in harmony.   On the 100^th anniversary of the Armistice,  internationally renowned soprano Lesley Garrett and popular poet Ian McMillan join Chapel-en-le-Frith Male Voice Choir for A Century of Song, an evening of music making to celebrate the choir’s centenary.

Lesley – whose long established reputation both in opera, classical and popular song makes her a firm favourite with Buxton audiences – has a strong connection with the Opera House and the Buxton Festival.  She will be singing a selection of well-known and popular songs from across the years and will join the choir as they celebrate this great achievement.

The evening is to be hosted by Ian McMillan – the Bard of Barnsley – whose unmistakable voice is frequently heard on the radio as the presenter of BBC Radio 3’s “The Verb” and whose poetry – often moving, wry and witty observations on life – is widely admired.  Ian will be supported by multi-instrumentalist, composer and singer Luke Carver-Goss.

A Century of Song is at Buxton Opera House on Sunday 11 November at 7.30pm. Tickets are priced at £28 Discounts are available.

To buy tickets contact Buxton Opera House Box Office, Tel: 01298 72190 or visit: www.buxtonoperahouse.org.uk