Andover Chamber Choir donate £1,300 to The Boaz Project

The Andover Chamber Choir presented the sum to The Boaz Project on Monday, February 3.

The money was raised at the choir's annual Christmas concert at St Mary's Church in Andover.

The Boaz Project, in Sutton Scotney, aims to provide a brighter future for people with learning disabilities.

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The chairman of the Andover Chamber Choir, Professor Michael Wheeler,  presented £1,300 to The Boaz Project (Image: The Boaz Project) Stuart Palmer, manager at The Boaz Project, said: "It was such a pleasure to attend the concert and to say a few words at the interval.

"We are delighted to receive this generous gift from such an excellent choir. Thank you.

"This will help us in our inclusive, farm-based charity based at Sutton Scotney, which aims to provide a brighter future for people with learning disabilities."

The chairman of the Andover Chamber Choir, Professor Michael Wheeler, said: "Our charitable giving is very important to members of the choir.

"This year's spring concert is entitled 'The Journey to Easter', and tells the story, in beautiful music and readings, of the dramatic events leading up to Easter.

"The concert will take place on Saturday 12 April at St Michael & All Angels Church, West Andover, beginning at 7.30pm.

"Proceeds will go to the Andover Foodbank."

Tickets are £15 on the door or £13 in advance from The Lights, Newbury Building Society or choir members.