Clitheroe Pop Choir hits the high notes for Derian House
More than 100 singers come together to raise money for a good cause
A sell-out concert, a standing ovation and a birthday celebration have helped Clitheroe Pop Choir raise more than £1,200 for a good cause.
The choir entertained a packed audience at St Paul’s Church in Clitheroe, raising £1,051 for children’s hospice, Derian House.
Members sang hits from Erasure, Billy Ocean, Michael Jackson, Pharrell Williams and Lady Gaga. String quartet, What the Pluck, joined them on stage, performing modern classics from Coldplay and Taylor Swift, with a Bridgerton-inspired twist.
The fundraising continued when the choir celebrated the 80th birthday of member, Von, enjoying tea, coffee and cake in exchange for a donation, and raising a further £164.36 for Derian House.
Choir leader, Gaynor Sutcliffe, said: “We’re incredibly proud to support Derian House and the amazing work they do for children and families across our region. The care, compassion and support they provide is truly life-changing, and it’s a charity that means so much to our local community. We’re delighted that through our love of singing and a little bit of cake, we’ve been able to raise money to help them continue their wonderful work.
“I’m also incredibly proud of our choir. To have more than 100 people coming together, sharing their love of music and having so much fun along the way is something really special.
“The support from our audiences, our members and local musicians like What the Pluck makes it all possible.”
Clitheroe Pop Choir meets every Thursday evening at the United Reformed Church, Clitheroe. New members are always welcome, regardless of singing experience, and can come for a free taster session. There are no auditions.
The choir will be bringing plenty of festive cheer to Clitheroe this December, with performances at:
Thursday, December 3 – Clitheroe Castle Gates
Friday, December 11 – Holmes Mill
Saturday, December 12 – Clitheroe Market
Sunday, December 20 – Christmas Carol singalong at The New Inn
For further information and details of upcoming events, visit Clitheroe Pop Choir on Facebook and Instagram.