Last Friday, at the Tenby Arts Club, the chairman felt that you could see the signs of spring everywhere; with even the rare Great Spotted Cuckoo putting in an appearance during the week, much to the twitchers' delight; and the performance of the St. Mary's Youth Choir was suitably springlike (writes A.D.).

Judy Davies introduced the five members of the choir who sing in the church and also just for the fun of it. Apparently their rehearsals traditionally involve the eating of cake! The programme started with a rousing rendition of I'd Like to Teach the World to Sing, which was one of the first songs the choir learnt. The audience joined in with the chorus of that and the next song, Streets of London.

Rhiannon gave a solo performance on the trombone of The Acrobat, in which the struggles of the acrobat to carry out his acrobatics were plain to hear! Next Bethan sang a poignant love song - You're a Pink Toothbrush - with enthusiasm, and audience participation. Holly changed the mood beautifully, singing Art Thou Troubled by Mozart, followed by Ella treating the audience to two viola solos with accompaniment by John Harrison, St. Mary's director of music. First Tambourin by Gossec, and then All Men Who Love from The Magic Flute by Mozart.

The Cuckoo Clock by Lin Marsh was ably sung by Rhiannon, and Ella's sister Martha gave two violin solos, namely Oscar Reading's Concerto in G and Vivaldi's Concerto in A minor. Ella, Bethan and Holly sang London Birds, and Hannah sang a 17th century lullaby called Golden Slumbers.

Bethan performed what Judy felt was possibly the most politically incorrect song ever written, Keep Young and Beautiful... if you want to be loved! Ella sang the lullaby that she will sing for her Grade Four singing exam, The Cradle Song. Holly sang the Howard Goodall arrangement of the 23rd Psalm, The Lord is My Shepherd. Ella gave a spirited performance of Wouldn't it Be Lovely, with the audience joining in the second time through.

Together the girls gave two of the songs they have sung recently in church, the hymn There's a Quiet Understanding, and We'll Sing Your Song from the short musical Rumours of Angels by Graham Kendrick. An inspiring rendition of As Long as I have Music followed, and the finale was the choir's newest song, A Place in the Choir.

The performance was much appreciated by all present.

Tonight (Friday) is an evening of travel photos by Anne, Val and Roz at St. Johns Hall starting at 7.30 pm for £2 members and £4 non-members, including refreshments afterwards.

The week after, March 28, will be the final meeting of the season and is a traditional jazz concert by the Memphis 7. This is supported by the Arts Council and will be £5 for members and £6 for non-members. Tickets can be bought in advance on Friday evening or from a member.

The annual general meeting will be held on April 11 at 7.30 pm at St. Johns.