Recently, we have formed a Choral Society. This, in my opinion, is the greatest step forward in the field of artistic extra-mural activities in recent years. It is in the form of a four-part, male-voice choir, originally conceived to perform at various religious occasions and at the regular school Masses. To the members, however, the main joy is in the singing itself. The members are Mr. Byrne (singer and Organist), Mr. Shovelton, Mr. Bayross, V. Green, E. Grandi, L. Robinson, P. Devlin, J. Chapman and myself.
Thanks must be extended to the members of staff mentioned above, whose goodwill, friendly attitude, and keen participation, has made the effort, not only worthwhile but wholly enjoyable.
Tribute must be paid to D. Cryan, my predecessor, whose initiative was responsible for so many of the present facilities, and whose devotion to the Society kept it alive during periods when interest seemed to be negligible. It is thanks to him that today, the Society thrives as it has never done so before. Also, I must thank Mr. Byrne, without whose considerable sponsorship, and participation, none of this would ever have come about.
We are, as yet, a young Society, furtively feeling our way around. Our activities are, at the moment, not as great and as varied as many of us would wish. We have, however, ambitious ideas for the future. Next term, it is hoped to produce an Operetta. Further in the future, who knows. Maybe a chamber group or a more secular choral group? Such things my contemporaries and I shall never see, but it is within the reach of the younger members of the school.
If we can provide pleasure for ourselves and for others and a noble heritage for our successors, then we shall have attained our purpose.
C. H. Shepheard (President)