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VJ Concert - 15 August 2025
A large audience at St Mary's Church took part is a Concert of Commemoration to mark the 80th anniversary of VJ Day. The choir performed a set in the second half of the concert which had been organised by Beverley Town Council. Songs performed included 'Bring Him Home', 'World in Union' and the emotional 'Tell My Father'.
Hornsea Lions Concert - 8 August 2025
The choir performed to an audience filling the United Reformed Church in Hornsea. The event was raising money for the wonderful work and projects supported by the Hornsea District Lions Club. We were joined by the terrific Pastishe who generated fantastic harmonies. The warmth of the summer evening was matched by the warm welcome from the audience who appeared to really enjoy the event. In fact it was so warm the choir had to remove their jackets for the second half.
24 July 2025
The choir and friends were treated to a fantastic evening of food, wine and song courtesy of Alan (second tenor) who was celebrating his 90th birthday. Happy 90th Birthday Alan.
Figham House Care Home - 16 July 2025
The choir was invited to this wonderful care home at the request of a resident and former member of the choir. We were made to feel very welcome and it was a pleasure to perform a set of familiar songs for the residents, visitors and staff. There was even a request for an encore and of course we couldn't resist it.
Anniversary Garden Party - 28 June 2025
Tom Danter, his wife Chris, and their family hosted a wonderful event for the choir members and their partners. We celebrated, the 70th anniversary of the choir and Liz Wilson's 25th anniversary as our Musical Director. Liz and her husband Ian marked their forthcoming 50th wedding anniversary too. The weather was perfect and the choir couldn't resist the opportunity to sing together.
Interview on Beverley FM - 9 June 2025
Our retiring Choir Marshall, Tom Danter, joined Beverley FM hosts John Fusco (Bass) and Liz Wilson (Musical Director) on their Morning Mix programme to discuss the Joint Concert with Pendyrus Male Choir. You can hear Tom's interview by clicking on the play button below.
Joint Concert with Pendyrus Male Choir - 6 June 2025
An amazing concert with our guests, Pendyrus Male Choir took place at St Mary's Church in Beverley. The 400 strong audience were treated to a musical performance of tremendous variety. Their rapturous applause and glowing comments on exiting the venue seemed to suggest they appreciated the evening. Hear and see both choirs sing 'Rachie', a rousing encore which was dedicated to Tom Danter, BMVC's retiring Choir Marshall by pressing the play button in the first image below.
Joint Concert with Kidderminster Valentines - 31 May 2025
The second concert in our 70th anniversary celebration saw Kidderminster Valentines Ladies Choir perform with us at Toll Gavel Church. We were delighted to by joined by the new Mayor of Beverley Councillor Alison Healy and her consort.
Promoting Concerts - 26 May 2025
Bill Webster (Baritone) takes promoting our concerts to the next level with his mobile adverts.
BMVC Gets a Mention on BBC Look North - 15 May 2025
The choir was mentioned on BBC Look North on 15 May by long serving presenter Peter Levy, who is also President of Driffield Male Voice Choir. Click the play arrow in the image below.
80th Anniversary of VE Day - 8 May 2025
People of all ages came together to enjoy a wonderful evening event at the Coronation Gardens in Beverley hosted by the Mayor and Beverley Town Council. The choir performed a 30 minute set and in addition led the gathered crowds in two performances of 'I Vow To Thee My Country'.
We even got a mention on BBC Radio 2 with Vernon Kay. Click the arrow below to hear it.
First Concert of 70th Anniversary Series - 25 April 2025
We had a near sell out event at Cottingham to start our series of concerts celebrating 70 years of Beverley Male Voice Choir. Glyn Cohen (2nd Tenor) sang series of wonderful solos and the choir performed a wide range of material old and new.
Best Of Beverley Awards - 11 April 2025
Well done to the choir for being awarded Runner Up in the Community Award. These annual awards highlight Beverley at its best and the choir should be proud of their achievement. Thanks to John Fusco for his nomination and for all the good wishes sent in for the event. Some pictures below.
Rehearing for our 70th Anniversary Concerts - 7 April 2024
With three concerts coming in quick succession it is always good to practice. These photos were from our regular Monday evening choir session in Toll Gavel Church, Beverley.
Supporting Hornsea Dolphins - 2 March 2025
The choir sang in support of the Hornsea Dolphins at their fundraiser for the Orchid Male Cancer Charity. The event raised over £6000 for the charity. Mark Nicholson (First Tenor), pictured below, joined many taking the dip in the very cold North Sea. Well done all.
Christmas 2024
We had a busy Christmas schedule, but we were disappointed when the Beverley Festival of Christmas was called off due to storm Darragh, but we had several very successful concerts: Friday 13th December we were at Brough Golf Club at 7.30pm, and then our main Christmas concert, Prelude to Christmas, was in Toll Gavel United Church on Sunday 15th December from 2.15pm.
Then we sang tradition carols in various pubs in the area.
The Barrel, Walkington from 7.30pm, Wednesday 18th December
Goodmanham Arms from 7.30pm, Thursday 19th December
Dog & Duck Beverley from 7.30pm, Monday 23rd December
Saturday 23 November 2024
We had another well received concert, this time in Dewsbury Minster. It was a fair way to go, travelling by coach, but with an early concert start (7pm) we were all home by 11pm.
Thankfully the snow had all disappeared by the time we arrived in Dewsbury, and even the rain from storm Bert had stopped.
Friday 8th November 2024
Our concert in the Ferguson Fawsitt for the Beverley Rotary Club was very well received.
Friday 25th October 2024
We sang to a packed audience at Beverley minster as part of their lunchtime concert series. The very talented Amy did a wonderful solo piece composed by Grieg.
Friday 4th October 2024
Another fantastic concert here at our home in Toll Gavel, Beverley, with the Driffield Male Voice Choir.
Friday 27th September 2024
Singing at the United Reformed Church in Hornsea. Solo pieces were performed by Fern on piano and Danielle singing.
Saturday 17th August 2024
Severn Valley Railway Tour complete with a ride up and down the entire line.
Some photos of us singing in and around Kidderminster.
Wednesday 7th August 2024
Our very own Harold 2nd tenor, enjoying his 90th birthday bash.
New Uniform
Looking very smart in our new casual dress.
Charity Fundraising for Beverley Community Lift
Nigel our chairman is here handing over a cheque for £400 to Fiona Wales from Community Lift, by their minibuses
Goodmanham Arms
We had great fun singing at the Goodmanham Arms, Goodmanham. It’s a shame we had the wrong weather, so our audience had to huddle underneath umbrellas.
Cherry Burton Concert
Our first concert of the year was at St Michael and All Angels Church in Cherry Burton and was very well received. We had a different format to usual with 4 separate soloists breaking up the choir songs: John Chapman, Chris Szafran, Liz Wilson and Albert Newberry entertained the full audence with a very varied selection of songs, and the audience had great fun joining in with the “Glory, Glory Hallelujahs” from our finale of Battle Hymn.