Carlow Voices soar to new heights with inspired choice of classic songs
Choral director and conductor Marian Gaynor acknowledges the audience
LOCAL choir Carlow Voices brought their inimitable style to St Mary’s Church recently with their uplifting ‘Birds of a feather’ concert.
An energetic, action-packed programme inspired a wonderful warm audience, who responded enthusiastically to songs like , and the eponymous by Billie Eilish.
Under the expertise of musical director Marian Gaynor, the choir showcased their year’s work with a confidence that truly captivated the audience.
Carlow Voices were also delighted to welcome special guest, renowned local musician and singer Karen O’Neill, who gave a spellbinding performance of from , while she was joined by the choir for a stunning version of .
Carlow Voices were also accompanied by their resident live band, who always add enormously to their concerts, with Emma Picovici on cello, Niall Kelly on bass, John Gladney on percussion and ???? ???????? on piano.
Other highlights included by Carly Simon, by Simon and Garfunkel and a funky, cool arrangement of .
Chairperson of Carlow Voices Catherine Moloney welcomed all to St Mary’s and thanked Rev Paul Fitzpatrick and all at the parish, who make the choir feel so welcome on each and every visit. Catherine thanked everyone who helped make the occasion such a resounding success, especially the wonderful musicians, including the choir’s regular accompanist Maeve Lyons, choir soloist Philippa Jennings, the hardworking Carlow Voices committee and members, who made the concert possible, and all who donated and supported the raffle.
She particularly thanked the choir’s musical director Marian Gaynor, whose dedication, commitment and creative direction inspires the singers to take on new challenges and continuously grow their musicianship.
Carlow Voices are now taking a well-earned summer break but will return in September for rehearsals every Tuesday night in Scoil Mhuire gan Smál, Green Lane, Carlow. The inclusive, mixed-voice choir would be delighted to welcome new members, so get in touch on Facebook, Instagram or email carlowvoiceschoir@gmail.com.
