Capriccio is a vocal ensemble which began as a group of six singers who performed with the Manchester Recorder Orchestra in a fund-raising concert in Warrington in November 2014. They enjoyed singing together and decided to invite some singing friends to join them in forming a Charity Choir. David Walsh is their conductor and musical director.
The ensemble was formed with the specific aim of raising funds for worthy causes. To that end they do not charge a fee but meet their own incidental expenses and donate the entire proceeds of each concert to the charity organising the event.
Capriccio perform a range of music both classical and popular from Baroque to the Beatles and beyond. They are a versatile group and generally sing either a cappella or accompanied by organ or piano as appropriate. Their concerts usually end with an item that the audience can sing along with.
However, for this concert they will be joined by an orchestra for the ever popular 'Gloria' by Vivaldi. Appropriately, the orchestra will perform Handel's 'Music for the Royal Fireworks'. Tea and cake will be served afterwards.
The concert is in aid of COPS (Care of Police Survivors). This UK registered charity is dedicated to helping the families of police officers who have lost their lives. It aims to ensure that survivors have all the help they need to cope with such a tragedy and that they remain part of the police family,
Venue: Alderley Edge Methodist Church, Chapel Road, Alderley Edge, Cheshire SK9 7DU
Time: 3pm
Tickets: £8 including tea and cake Under 18's: Free
Available from: Cherry Smith on 01625 829805 or on the door.