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Winchester Cathedral in talks with local choirs

Winchester Cathedral in talks with local choirs

There are further concerns at the likely authority of the next director of music at the troubled Cathedral. Ten local choirs have been called in for talks.

The Dean has issued a statement: ‘We have invited representatives of local choirs to an informal get-together in September with our new Interim Director of Music, Andrew Lucas. The Cathedral and its musicians have a vital role to play in the wider musical life of Winchester and Hampshire – and we would like to look at ways in which our bonds can be strengthened.

‘We’re look forward to exploring ways in which we can support local choirs beyond the Cathedral’s commitment to developing the central core of excellence and the tradition valued by so many.’

Of course, it’s good to involve local choirs but under the aegis of the director of music. Fears have been voiced of budget cuts to the Cathedral’s resident choir.

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