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  1. Heather Franklin
    4th February 2023 @ 2:17 pm

    What a beautiful church. I love the (are they?) mosaics decorating the walls. How old is the church? Perhaps you could write something about its history? The nativity scenes are beautiful too.

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    • Beth Haslam
      5th February 2023 @ 6:58 am

      I included photos from several of the churches, Heather. Actually, the one you’re thinking about is covered in murals and is very beautiful. Yours is a super idea, especially since its history is fascinating, I’ll share the story in a future blog.

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  2. Carolyn
    5th February 2023 @ 4:00 pm

    Thank you for giving me an all-out laugh in these chilly days. Beautiful churches and loony people (in the nicest possible way)

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    • Beth Haslam
      6th February 2023 @ 8:35 am

      I’m glad it gave you a giggle. Singing in these beautiful churches is a joy. And, yes, we wouldn’t be without our enchantingly eccentric friends.

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  3. Rebecca Hislop
    6th February 2023 @ 2:51 pm

    This is such a fun blog Beth, I love the beautiful churches and the marvellously eccentric variety of choristers and conductors! As an alto I winced at the performance of Ave Maria – it just made me giggle! Well done for singing those solos. The Coventry Carol isn’t an easy one. We have sung it several times and it’s one of my faves! What a wonderful tradition though, going singing in different churches collecting singers as you go along!

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    • Beth Haslam
      6th February 2023 @ 5:38 pm

      I’m so glad you enjoyed it, Rebecca, there genuinely isn’t a dull moment! The poor lady singing Ave Maria. It was the most technically complex version, and she really did struggle, bless her. Ah, thank you. I decided on the Coventry Carol because it’s short and a beautiful, melodic piece. I love the tradition, and as you’ll imagine, the acoustics in each of the churches are different. It’s an absolute joy to be part of.

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  4. Merlin Hunt
    7th February 2023 @ 2:31 pm

    Love all of your books and the blog. My wife Aline and I share your love for animals and like reading about your beautiful dogs and the critters on your French estate. Please keep writing and we will keep reading.

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    • Beth Haslam
      7th February 2023 @ 4:10 pm

      With support like yours, Merlin, I’m happy to carry on sharing our tales. Thank you so much for being such kind, stalwart supporters.

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  5. Lorraine Thomas
    1st April 2023 @ 7:59 pm

    I absolutely love this story Beth and could just imagine all the confusion trying to get everyone to the right churches at the right time, but it sounds like a great fun evening was had by all. 😁 Those churches are beautiful and those windows are gorgeous! 💕

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    • Beth Haslam
      2nd April 2023 @ 7:45 am

      Thank you, I’m so glad you enjoyed the story, Lorraine. There was lots of confusion, terrible singing and, yes, many folks go to the wrong churches. Still, it really is a great event and a lovely example of how our community comes together. 🙂 x

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  6. Jemille Williams
    3rd April 2023 @ 8:20 am

    Let me *chime* in that I, too, would love to know more about this church – so unprepossessing from the exterior and a riot of color on the interior.
    I’m sure the acoustics were lovely and wish you had made a vid of your solo!

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    • Beth Haslam
      3rd April 2023 @ 8:25 am

      Thank you for chiming in, Jemille! Each of the churches has a special charm. I promise to write a blog about the one with all the murals. You’re right, the acoustics are wonderful. I adore singing in churches, though rarely take videos!

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