To say I was overwhelmed by the sound produced and the meaningful words is to underestimate the effect it had on me.

The audience were totally engaged during the whole performance. Careful attention had been given to the content which included letters from local mothers to sons. Not only were the letters well researched but the reading of them was skilfully choreographed and smoothly delivered. The whole programme had been skilfully prepared and was powerful and relevant to the theme and to the people - both those performing and those listening.

I recently attended a moving performance of the Honour Suite at Cartmel Priory in Cumbria. I didnt quite know what to expect but the combination of words and music made for a memorable afternoon. The five sections gave a very rounded reflection on the realities of war, from the front line to those left at home, a sense of pride and determination to ‘do ones duty’, along with an acknowledgment of the awfulness of war.