Liz Bromley and her team had obviously worked hard previous to the concert to attract the capacity audience that chose to support HOPE on the night and that must have been heart warming for them.

We have heard much from Westminster recently about the size of our national debt have we not? Whisperers inferred there were enough golden mayoral chains present in the front row to extinguish that debt instantly. We can't comment though the wearers were welcome for all that!

We have debt as a nation it is true, but we have treasures that far outstrip the value of any perceived debt. Treasures, the value of which it is impossible to measure through monetary means. Treasures that confirm our faith and hope in our young and the inspiration and joy they bring to us. Priceless examples of what talent, commitment and hard work can achieve, and those very same treasures were to be seen and heard for the price of a ticket in St. David's Cathedral! Local treasures too, born, bred and nurtured by their parents and teachers in Pembrokeshire.

Those present to listen to Lily Whitehurst, Philip Howells and Ryan Howells play their parts in the concert must have marvelled at the wondrous musical talent they possess. We know not, (though suspect), by whom those magical gifts were bestowed. Mr. and Mrs. Joe Public must be content though to simply sit, listen, marvel and drown their senses in the magical music these young people conjure from their instruments.

P&DMVC were mightily pleased to perform in support of such talent and to contribute their mite to showcase those young people, a true honour. The choir's raison d'être is to perform and raise funds for good causes in the community, this being one of them, to hopefully to bring pleasure to their listeners, and to enjoy the pleasure to be had from choral singing.

Chris Lloyd (conductor) and Jenny Griffiths (accompanist) are the driving forces that ensure the choir can perform to a standard high enough to stand proudly in the same company, on the same concert stage as the likes of Lily, Philip and Ryan. No easy task.

Phil Lloyd (presenter) produces the intervals of lighter moments the audience can enjoy after the intense musical experiences of the performances. No one better for the job most say.

Multi-instrumentalist and composer Ryan Howells chose the tenor horn to be the expression for his musical expression though he is pursuing a medical career too. Amazing!

Brother Philip Howells is too, very well-known for his work with the marimba, such an expressive instrument under the persuasive dexterity of his mallets.

Lily Whitehurst, violinist extraordinaire! So difficult for this non-musician to describe the quite incredible talent she possesses. Virtuosity personified within an approachable friendly personality. One imagines musicians like these to be remote, self-centred, un-approachable, but not a bit of it. Wonderful people, but regrettably no space here to list the prizes, achievements and careers of their lives to date. Sufficient to say, they are extensive.

Many of us are fairly familiar with Seimon Morris from Wiston. Incredible pianist and musician, so deeply involved in all parts of musical education in Pembs. For the young, teaching, mentoring, accompanying, you name he does it and much, much more. An individualist for sure but on this occasion dressed soberly for the occasion. A disappointment for Phil Lloyd this, unable to highlight any idiosyncrasy whatever in Seimon's appearance!

And the concert itself? Should all the items played or sung be listed here? Regrettably, no space, sorry! You should have been there to listen. A truly fantastic concert!

The individual musicians were incredible, brilliant, inspiring, in all aspects of their performances. P&DMVC, conscious of the occasion were at their best and received due appreciation from the audience. The environment in St. David's discourages anything but the superlative so there should be no cause for complaint from the spirits inhabiting the place one feels.

Rt. Rev. John Saxbee, assistant bishop to the diocese, gave the address and prayers before concert start. At the end, there was a very long list of people and organisations to thank for their support by chairman of HOPE Ken Bromley.

The audience were wild about it all that was obvious, longstanding ovations for all performers before they were allowed to leave.

Liz Bromley and her team had hired the café in Oriel y Parc where a small feast had been arranged for P&DMVC, HOPE workers, supporters and VIPs. A good end to a perfect night and all taking part should be proud of that success.

You can't get enough of P&DMVC we know so you can see them again with Tenby, Whitland and Haverfordwest MVC's in Folly Farm tonight (Friday) for Air Ambulance this time.

A.s.