Who’s Who . . .

Music has always played a large part in John’s life, from an early age he sang in the church choir and learned to play the piano.  After taking his Grade 8 piano exam, he began learning to play the organ, gaining a licentiate diploma.  John has also played the cornet with a brass band.

Having always maintained his interest in choirs, both singing and directing, and is thrilled to have directed a complete performance of Handel’s ‘Messiah’.  John had singing lessons for ten years and has sung the tenor solos in several performances of ‘The Crucifixion’ and ‘Olivet to Calvary’. 

In 2000, John composed an Easter musical, ‘Pictures of the Passion’.  He revels in arranging music both for organ and voice, and he looks forward to using this skill for the Choir.

After graduating from Nottingham University in 1974, Lynne has taught music in several Cheshire schools, both Primary and Secondary. During that time she acted as an accompanist for school productions, choirs and Associated Board Exams.  She retired from Christleton High School in 2020 where she taught piano and keyboard (2006 – 2020).

Her most prestigious role as an accompanist began with Warrington Male Voice Choir,  with husband Alistair being one of the choristers. This position lasted 12 years and included tours to Ireland, France, Germany and Canada (1985 – 1997). During this period, she also accompanied and directed a local Operatic Society working with both senior and junior members.