Report by Duncan Williams for Pulman's Weekly News
This year marks a significant milestone for the Axminster and District Choral Society as it celebrates four decades of musical excellence. Founded in 1985 following the enormous success of a Come-and-Sing performance of Handel’s 'Messiah', the Society has become a cherished part of the local cultural scene.
The seeds of the ADCS were sown in February 1985 when a group of enthusiastic singers came together to honour the 300th anniversary of Handel's birth. With a small core of rehearsed singers and the support of four international soloists - including the choir's late President, the renowned bass Roger Stalman - the inaugural performance filled Axminster’s Minster Church to capacity. The performance’s impact was profound, inspiring the creation of a formal choral society.
The Society’s fortieth anniversary programme promises an exciting array of concerts, kicking off on 5th April with Haydn’s 'Creation', a work deeply embedded in AD…
