2011 News

Keay’s Theatre

18 December 2011

Had our last singout of the year last night at The Keays Theatre, St Austell, along with the Restormel Concert Band, Caledonian pipe Band and some Scottish Country Dancers. The sharp eyed among you will have twigged that the evening … Continue reading    

Shelterbox Christmas Do

10 December 2011

Sang last night at the Christmas Party held by the charity shelterbox, to thank all their volunteer helpers for all the hard work they put in throughout the year. Bit chilly in the warehouse but we had previous warning and … Continue reading    

“Affinity”

8 December 2011

Practice last night was interrupted by a visit from Barbara’s ladies quartet called “Affinity”. Look out for them coming to a venue near you, they are seriously good.

Lobb’s Farm Shop (Heligan Gardens)

6 December 2011

Nice singout last night with a very appreciative host and audience. Lovely place to sing with great acoustics and nice atmosphere.

Fowey Singout

4 December 2011

Sang in Fowey yesterday as part of the Christmas Market event. Not many in the Town Hall but a good crowd gathered when we sang outside. Managed to dodge the wet weather but a bit chilly singing in shirtsleeves.

Movember

1 December 2011

Over £2000 was raised last night at The Polgooth Inn by 12 guys having their moustaches shaved off in aid of the Movember charity, appropriately accompanied by the aptly named , yours truly “Barbershop” chorus. Well done chaps.

Eden Project

27 November 2011

Sang in the Mediterranean Biome at the Eden Project last night. Surprisingly good acoustics for singing considering the vast space. Disappointing small crowds but very enthusiastic.

Frankie and Graham’s Engagement Party

21 November 2011

What a lovely time we had last night singing at Frankie and Graham’s engagement party in Fraddon Village Hall, it was a great start to their life together. A very enthusiastic audience gave us great applause. Our best wishes to … Continue reading    

Music Truro

24 October 2011

Had fun singing on Lemon Quay last Saturday as part of the Music Truro event. Bit chilly, but the sun shone and we attracted reasonable crowds. Thanks to The Kernow Sausage Company who provided us with a  hog roast bap … Continue reading    

Afternoon Tea at Milltown

21 August 2011

What a lovely afternoon we had at Milltown, a beautiful setting in a part of Cornwall not many of us get to. Typically “English”. Tea & Cakes on the lawn, lovely singing and a muted brass ensemble. Even the sun … Continue reading    

Concert with City of Truro MC

15 August 2011

What a terrific concert we had last night, singing on form, in a place with good acoustics. We had resounding applause from the audience, particularly for “When I,m 64” and “Sweet Adeline”.

As heard on Radio !

5 August 2011

The recording we did at Lobb’s Farm shop was played yesterday on Tiffany Truscott’s afternoon show on Radio Cornwall. Everyone came across very well I thought. Great publicity as they mentioned this web site. Pity they cut the music short … Continue reading    

Recording for Radio Cornwall at Lobb’s Farm Shop

28 July 2011

On Sunday, July 24th, we did a short concert, and a recording with Matthew Shepherd for Radio Cornwall. The acoustics in Lobb’s Farm Shop (Heligan) make it a terrific place to sing and record. We recorded “When I’m 64” and … Continue reading    

Get Together at Richard and Ruths

28 July 2011

A get together was held at Richard and Ruth’s house on the 20/07/11. WAGS and select fans were invited, food and drink consumed and a good time had by all.  

Potential New MD ?

16 June 2011

On the 25th May we welcomed Barbara as a possible new MD. She has a lot of Barbershop experience and we hope she can whip us in to shape so to speak. She,s still with us as I type and … Continue reading    

Lostfest, Lostwithiel Festival.

17 May 2011

If you missed this event, put it in your diary for next year. What a great day out, literally something for everyone from kids to grannies. Lots of stalls of arts and crafts and a varied range of music and … Continue reading    

Our new website!

14 May 2011

Our new website has launched! You can now keep up-to-date on news about Cornish Connection and see up coming events we’re attending. You can have a listen to some of our songs, find out how to join and contact us … Continue reading    

Join us

We always welcome new members. We’re currently looking for new tenors and basses, and we’ll welcome other sections as well. Why not come along to practice nights and have a trial.

How to join us

Upcoming events

We don’t have any events booked in the near future.

Why not take a look at our past events, or perhaps you’d like to get in touch to make a booking.

Hear our songs

You can listen to a sample of some of our favourite songs which cover The White Rose, Hello Marie Lou and Coney Island Baby as well as requests.

Hear our songs