Choral concert to celebrate
Ayr 800
THE NEXT event in Ayr 800, the year-long calendar of celebrations
marking the 800th anniversary of Ayr being granted Royal Burgh
status, will be a concert by the York Philharmonic Male Voice
Choir, which is celebrating its 80th anniversary this year.
The choir will perform at Ayr Town Hall on Saturday 16 July
at 7.30pm, and tickets price £8 and £6 will be
available at the door.
The programme – which spans most of the 800 years being
celebrated – includes Russia, Welsh, Scottish, as well
as traditional English male voice choral items.
The York Philharmonic Male Voice Choir has been a cornerstone
in the musical fabric of the even older city of York, winning
numerous choral championships, and raising large sums of money
for local charities.
This will be a rare opportunity to hear first-class male
voice choral music – a treat not often available in
the southwest of Scotland.
Further information can be obtained from Mackay Music in
Ayr. Telephone 01292 289562.
ABOUT AYR 800
In 2005 the historic town of Ayr in Scotland marks the 800th
anniversary of King William the Lion of Scotland signing a
Charter in 1205 proclaiming Ayr to be a Royal Burgh.
Ayr Guildry, an association of local business people which
itself dates back to 1325, is currently organizing Ayr 800,
a 12 month long calendar of events to celebrate the anniversary
throughout the year.
Brian Martin of Ayr Guildry said: “It seems fitting
and appropriate to celebrate 800 years of Ayr’s history
in as many different ways as possible.
“Since the inception of this project, I have been amazed
to discover the number and diversity of clubs, associations
and groups that flourish in our town. Ayr 800 provides them
all with a magnificent opportunity to play a prominent part
in our year of celebrations.
“For people and businesses in the hospitality and tourism
industry, Ayr 800 offers the chance to attract visitors who
might otherwise not have come to our town in 2005.
“And Ayr 800 provides an additional platform for local
businesses to promote their products, skills and services
to the world.”
Brian Martin concluded: “Regular updates to the calendar
of events will be posted on the Ayr 800 website at http://www.ayr800.co.uk
“All businesses, clubs, societies and individuals who
would still like to take part in this great celebration of
our town’s history will be most welcome, and should
get in touch with us as soon as possible.”
Enquiries:
Brian Martin, Ayr Guildry. Telephone: +44 (0)1292 442103.
John Hay, Clerk to Ayr Guildry. Telephone: +44 (0)1292 264091.
http://www.ayr800.co.uk
Issued on behalf of Ayr Guildry by Fame Publicity Services.
10 Miller Road
AYR, Ayrshire
Scotland
KA7 2AY
Telephone: 01292 281498
E-mail: famepublicity@aol.com
Web: www.famepublicity.co.uk
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