Chorus to entertain

Nov 17 2009 by Our Correspondent, Perthshire Advertiser Tuesday

A CONCERT celebrating the 25th anniversary of Home-Start Perth promises a lively evening of entertainment from Hillfoot Harmony Ladies Barbershop Chorus (right).

The concert is in Perth High School on Friday, December 4.

Hillfoot Harmony, based in Dollar, are well-known in their local area and beyond and have sung for a wide range of audiences in a variety of settings ranging from the tiny Alloa Tower to the Birmingham Symphony Hall.

In May this year they won silver medal position in the small chorus category at the Sweet Adelines International Barbershop Contest at The Sage in Gateshead.

Their Perth concert will comprise a variety of music including songs from Broadway, musical classics and Christmas songs.

Tickets, £10 each, to include a glass of wine, are available from 01738 638847 or from the Home-Start Perth office at the Gateway, North Methven Street, Perth, tel 638847.

Home-Start Perth was set up to help families with children under five years old who find life difficult and stressful at times.

Trained volunteers visit families in their own homes, usually on a weekly basis, and offer non-judgemental practical and emotional support, helping to build the family’s confidence and their ability to cope.