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CHORAL SOCIETY TO SING A WORK OF 'GRANDEUR'

Charles Gounod's St Cecilia Mass is to be performed by the Claygate Choral Society in November. This beautiful work prompted fellow composer Saint-Saens to say he was at first "dazzled, then charmed, then conquered" by its "simplicity, grandeur and serene light.

David Terry, the Society's highly acclaimed new musical director, will be conducting the choral performance and music for harp and organ, featuring organist Gareth Giles. The concert is on Saturday November 22 at 7.30pm in Holy Trinity Church, Claygate, with tickets available via the society website and on the door. It promises to be an evening to remember.

The Society is also keen to welcome new members and the concert offers an ideal opportunity to anyone considering joining to hear the choir sing. There are no auditions and the Society promises a friendly welcome. For more information, visit www.claygatechoralsociety.co.uk