Young musical talent was on display at the Narberth Baptist Chapel recently, at an evening organised by Rotarian Barbara Rumbold on behalf of the Narberth and Whitland Rotary Club.

The compere for the evening was Rotarian Robert Elward who introduced the three judges who were Rose Bowen, Norma Ridout, Clive Raymond.

There were ten competitors from the two local secondary schools which are always supported by the Narberth and Whitland Rotary Club.

Rotarian John Sleigh was on hand to capture the event with his photography.

The event was an evening soiree of vocal and instrumental music with students from Ysgol Dyffryn Taf and Ysgol y Preseli.

The mixed audience of parents, friends and Rotarians enjoyed each competitors performance and the judges summarised their talents with encouragement and advice before selecting winners in each category.

At the interval refreshments were provided very kindly by Mrs. June John, whose late husband Noel John was a founder member of the club. She always enjoys being involved with the club which is appreciated by the members.

During the interval Rotarian Rob Elward also made reference to forthcoming events including the ‘Youth Speaks’ debating competition.

Maisie Thompson was pronounced winner of the ‘Vocal Competition’ having given superb renditions of ‘Burn’ by Miranda and ‘Don’t Rain On My Parade’ by Styne.

She represented Ysgol y Preseli and is seen to the right of President Tony Ensom in the group photograph of the assembled students.

The ‘Instrumental competition’ was won by Evie Smith of Ysgol Dyffryn Taf (also pictured).

She gave a wonderful recital on Cello featuring ‘Tarantella’ by Squire and ‘Orientale’ by Cui.

President Tony Ensom had great pleasure in presenting corticates to each of the performers to commemorate their participation.

He thanked all those who attended to listen to the music and supporting staff who accompanied the students. In particular the club is also grateful to Minister Mr. Chris Rees and the Chapel Deacons for allowing the use of their splendid room and kitchen facilities.

This annual competition is a regular feature for the club. The winners will now go on in the competition to perform at Rotary 1150 District Level.

If anyone is interested in learning more about the activities of The Rotary Club they may contact the secretary by email at: [email protected].

The club is also organising a Pig Race inside the Main Function Room of the Plas Hyfryd Hotel on Friday, February 15, at 7 pm.

Entry at the door is by £1 programme and all are invited to a very amusing spectacle. Refreshments may be obtained at the bar during the half-time interval of eight racers. Come along and see it!