Four Parishes Arts Society - July 2009

The Hampshire Guitar Orchestra - Saturday 13 June 2009

On this lovely summer evening, Quarley Hall was filled to capacity with an enthusiastic audience as they listened to the outstanding playing of the Hampshire Guitar Orchestra.  The concert included a huge variety of styles including classical, jazz, pop and film music, with tunes and melodies that took many of those present back to the past and the old familiar tunes.  These tunes were played on 15 guitars including four different sizes of the instrument.

Their leader, Derek Halsted, arranged the ensemble’s music and kept us entertained and amused throughout the evening with his anecdotes and jokes.

For refreshments some members had made a very tasty Pimms which went down very well on a warm evening together with ‘tasty bites’.

The concert was held in aid of the Alzheimer’s Society and the Four Parishes Arts Society is delighted to send them a cheque for £665.  Also the Four Parishes would like to thank members and friends for supporting such a wonderful evening and a truly worthy cause.

Future Events

Tuesday 21 July - Please Note Change Of Date – (not 14 July)  Visit to “Arundells” – home of the late Sir Edward Heath in Salisbury Cathedral Close: house (45 minute guided tour) and garden.   Travel by own car to arrive by 12.45 p.m.  If you would like to go, please contact Enid Smith on 01264 889571 for an application form.

Tuesday 11 August – A Calendar of Hampshire Wildlife by Dennis Bright at Monxton Hall.