All About St Mary’s Singers Hemsby

St. Mary’s Singers founded by Donna Duval (a professional entertainer/singer) began in 2006 as a one off Christmas Carol Service at Hemsby Church that left people wanting more.  The singers started attending special services throughout the church calendar year.   Candlemass, Maundy Thursday, Easter Sunday, Pentecost, Patronal, Harvest, All Souls, remembrance, Advent, Lighting of the Christmas Tree & Carol Service.  Also attending special services at Winterton, East Somerton and Horsey Churches (Flegg Parishes).  Performing songs appropriate to the service/event from Choral to modern Popular songs with delightful harmonies.
Dates to attend Weddings and Funerals to sing requested songs were added to the years events.  St. Mary’s Singers have performed in Theatres, Hotels, Pubs and many other venues helping to raise funds for different charities as well as the Church.
The singers have raised tens of thousands of pounds for Hemsby Church with their Christmas & Summer Concerts, Cd Sales, outside events etc.  which have helped towards church funds, the “Thatching of the Barn Room Roof”,  “The Church Lighting”, “Church Heating”,  “The Choir Stall Heating”, “The Church Tower” and “The Barn Room Electrics”. 
18 years on and the 24 singers have grown from strength to strength.  Singing at more events and performing more Concerts. With their smart dress and professional approach, the singers always add a touch of class to any event