St Andrew’s Church, Heckington, Lincolnshire on 5th May 2012
“We thoroughly enjoyed the concert on Saturday and have received lots of complimentary feedback. I was very touched to receive the framed copy of the photograph [of Ian in 1952 when a member of the choir] which is now displayed proudly in our dining room.”Ian & Gill Bland
Festival Concert, Albert Hall, Nottingham on 21st April 2012
“Thank you very much indeed for the very warm welcome we received on the occasion of the Festival Concert on Saturday. It was a wonderful event and my husband and I enjoyed the concert very much indeed. I congratulate the Carlton Male Voice Choir on a most successful and enjoyable evening and, in particular, the high quality of the singing, interpretation and presentation of the choir, under the expert baton of Terry Moore. It is extremely impressive that the choir had learned the majority of the programme this season and that they performed entirely from memory. This constant refreshing of the repertoire must be one of the secrets of the choir’s success, giving choir members continuing stimulation and challenge, and always offering enjoyable new programmes for it’s loyal audience. Lastly, congratulations on the choir’s continuing initiative of presenting the Music Maker’s Trophy and Prize. Amanda Bruce is a very talented young woman and we thoroughly enjoyed her contribution to the concert, as we did the performances of Drum Blondes.”Wendy Start, Deputy Lieutenant of Nottinghamshire
“We had a great time yesterday and really enjoyed the performance. It was a pleasure to listen to such a varied programme and all the choir’s hard work really paid off.”Bob & Val Ford
Oxton Village Hall, Oxton, Nottingham on 25th February 2012
“Just wanted to say a HUGE THANKYOU on behalf of Lifecycle Oxton team for enabling us to raise the fantastic sum of £1,020. We are all bowled over by the success of the evening! As well as the sum raised, we all had such a fantastic time due to both the quality of the singing and the choice of music. My abiding memory will be of 60+ men wearing bright yellow jackets and waving teddy bears with gusto! What a lovely way to raise money for a worthwhile children’s charity. Many thanks again.”Sue Hulme
Trowell Parish Hall, Trowell, Nottingham on 4th February 2012
“On behalf of the residents of Cossall Village, we would sincerely like to thank all the members of the choir who were able to get to the concert, despite the dreadful weather [10 cm of snow]. The Concert was a great success and enjoyed by everyone. We hope you will come back to Trowell next year to perform for us again (but not in winter). The total raised towards the renovation of Cossall Old School was £1,483.80. Thank you again Carlton MVC.”John & Meriel Wilton
St Giles Church, West Bridgford, Nottingham on 17th December 2011
“On behalf of the patients, staff and trustees of Nottinghamshire Hospice I am writing to thank you for your fundraising efforts on our behalf by arranging this Christmas concert. The final total raised was £1,024. Please pass on our grateful thanks to all concerned; it was a very enjoyable evening.”Kate Purdue (Community/Corporate Fundraiser)
St Matthew’s Church, Perth on 27th August 2011 and Angus Hotel, Blairgowrie on 31st August 2011
“I believe £1100 was raised in Perth. Stuart really enjoyed the concert in Blairgowrie and that was a great amount raised too. The exact amount is to be confirmed.”Roz Martin (Macmillan Support – Perth)
Holy Trinity Church, St Andrews on 28th August 2011
“It was a great night, and we had so much positive feedback. The whole evening was very successful and enjoyed by many. The good news from this end is, the concert raised £1410 for MacMillan – so we were thrilled with that total.”Lesley Burden (MacMillan Support – St. Andrews)
St Matthew’s Church, Perth on 27th August 2011
“It was a wonderful programme that had been arranged and everyone enjoyed the evening. It was extremely good of you all to give up your time for MacMillan and wish you all every success with your coming concerts.”Jean Naysmith (Secretary, MacMillan Support – Perth)
“We enjoyed sharing the platform with your excellent Choir and hope that we can enjoy a similar occasion in the not too distant future. We were all raving of the quality of your choir at our last rehearsal last night.”Roy Urquhart (Chairman, East Fife Male Voice Choir)
Carlton MVC Festival Concert, Albert Hall, Nottingham on 16th April 2011
“Just a brief note to thank you and everyone connected with the Carlton Male Voice Choir for a splendid evening last Saturday. Ann and I thought the Choir’s singing was quite superb and we both enjoyed the cabaret (Graffitti Classics).”Michael Rowen (Deputy Lord Lieutenant of Nottinghamshire)
“The concert was superb with the expected high standard from the Carlton Male Voice Choir. This was a most enjoyable evening and I would be grateful if you would convey my gratitude and appreciation to all concerned.”Marie Males (Mayor of Rushcliffe)
Big Barn Methodist Church, Mansfield on 16th December 2010
“We both enjoyed the concert last night – please pass our thanks on to the choir for braving a very cold evening to give such a professional performance. Best wishes”Liz & Malcolm
Carlton MVC Christmas Concert, St Paul’s Church, Carlton on 11th December 2010
“We were “in 7th heaven” last night with the Concert. Everything you could wish for at a musical treat. The choice of programme was so right and the standard of your choir and the Brass Band was superb. The “12 days of Christmas” proves what you can do to get an audience involved!” “Thanks again for providing us with a wonderful start to the Festive Season!”Richard Nunn
“I would like to thank you and the entire choir for the amazing experience I have gained in performing with you. Everyone’s dedication to the choir is inspirational and I wish Carlton Male Voice Choir another 100 years of great singing.”Samantha Vernon (Soloist)
Chilwell Road Methodist Church, Chilwell on 4th December 2010
“The Church and many of the audience have asked me to express their grateful thanks to you and the choir for a good concert last night, despite the poor weather conditions especially ‘up North’! They were most pleased with the number of choir members who had made a not inconsiderable effort to be there and would like a repeat of the same (ie) ‘half and half’ next year on 3rd December, 2011.”Roger Payne
Gedling Borough Council Remembrance Concert, Carlton Forum, Carlton on 17th November 2010
“It was definitely an evening to remember and I have seen the Carlton Male Voice Choir many times and they get better and better, if that is at all possible. I have received many compliments from the members of the audience and the VIP guests who braved the elements and they all have said what a great evening it was with a good variety of entertainment.”Cllr. Mrs. Pat Blandamer (Mayor of Gedling)
Wedding at St. Barnabas Cathedral, Nottingham on 6th November 2010
“. . . having the Carlton Male Voice Choir part of our wedding really made it. They were amazing and lovely. So many of our guests said it was the best wedding they’d ever been to because of them. Amazing, amazing, amazing xxx”Hannah Marshall (Bride)
Poppy Appeal Concert, Town Hall, Loughborough on 3rd November 2010
“Thank you very much for bringing the choir to sing at our concert on 3rd November. Please pass on to the members of the choir our appreciation. We have had nothing but compliments for the entertainment that evening.”Gillian Clement (Honorary Treasurer, Royal British Legion, Quorn Branch)
