A FREE charity concert is being held in Bromsgrove this Saturday hosted by the Town Crier.

On Saturday, June 26 at St John’s Church Kevin Ward will be putting a show filled with sounds from the Orchestra of St John.

This Celebration Concert is being held to raise funds for two charities, the Friends of St John’s and the Norton Collection Museum.

The Friends of St John's group is raising money for the ongoing maintenance of Bromsgrove’s ancient church building and the museum, which is currently being renovated to improve access, houses a large collection of items celebrating Bromsgrove’s past. 

Tickets and interval drinks are free but donations will be gratefully accepted. 

The programme will include pieces of music to celebrate Kevin's parent's love for music and their support of local musicians.

Kevin said: "I was so lucky that I was brought up in a family who supported and encouraged music-making and having fun!

“My parents were Patrons of Birmingham Conservatoire, and they would have been delighted that their legacy supports this concert in its entirety.

“The celebration concert includes some of their favourite pieces.

“It will be wonderful if as many people as possible can come along and dance with enthusiasm in the pews and aisles.

“I'm hoping the audience brings their voices too so that we can sing lustily and enjoy the well-known choruses together to really raise the roof in celebration. 

“I can't wait to see a packed church singing and dancing and having fun!"

The concert is set to begin at 7:30 pm.