The internationally famous IDMC Gospel Choir will be performing  on Sunday April 20th at the Riverside Centre at 7.00 p.m. This stunning choir, which is considered to be one of the most successful gospel choirs in the UK, is led by founder and director John Fisher, who has worked with musical greats such as Chaka Khan, Ruby Turner and Mica Paris, the choir is a highly influential part of the British UK Gospel Scene.  

One of the major highlights of the choir's history was in 2003, when IDMC were invited to perform at the wedding of Luciano Pavarotti in Italy. The choir has made numerous radio and television appearances including Radios 1, 2, 3 and 4, Songs of Praise, GMTV. Recent high profile performances this year include the Peace One Day Concert at the Royal Albert Hall alongside Marc Almond.

The Parish Church of St John the Baptist, Niton is pleased to host this special event at the Riverside, the proceeds of which go to the choir and to the church's amenities project (CAP Fund).

Tickets at £8.50 can be obtained from Carol on 730494.

More information from Paddy Collyer

An Audience With Jonathan Veira
For one night only

An evening of laughter and song at the Garfield Road Methodist Church, Ryde

Saturday 14th June, 7.15 pm
Doors open 6.45pm

Acclaimed internationally as a bass baritone opera singer, Jonathan Veira is also a wonderful entertainer with a tremendous faith and remarkable testimony. Be part of this unique event, as Jonathan performs his acclaimed one-man show live here on the Isle of Wight.  Blending humour with his talents as a musician, this larger-than-life character will captivate audiences of young and old alike during a performance that will have them "rolling in the aisles".

An Audience with Jonathan Veira is not just a great night out, it 's an evening with a friend!

Admission £7.50
Family group (2 adults and up to 3 children) £16.00

More info from Howard Wilkie - 840739 

The Children's Society 6th Annual Concert

You are warmly invited to the
United Reformed Church Upton Road, Ryde
Saturday 26th April 2008
7.30 pm


Easy listening: song: instrumental: dance: Humour: magic: competitions

Admission  (inc. refreshments)  Adult £3. Child £1
Tickets available from 564229 or 812476 and at the door
Everyone welcome

Source: Thelma Young