At the event I meet up with two friends from choir Steve (with me in the photo) and Angela (who took the photo) at the event.
It was obviously a very sad occasion on one level, however the atmosphere was good (it always helps if the weather holds out) and I was impressed that with absolutely minimal joint rehersal, they managed to fits us into their four-part harmony version "Seasons of love" - mostly it was quite a simple arrangement except for a few twirly bits (I was singing tenor-2 with Steve).
The event itself was very well run, some good speakers and Sandig Toksvig was a class compere.
The testimony of the pastor from St Martin's in the Field (an out lesbian priest), was truely horrific - the 10th anniversary of the Admiral Duncal nail bombing attack.
There were quite a few politican (Steve knew a few of the greens personally) and also a stand-up comic (the event needed some light relief).
Finishing on You'll Never Walk Alone worked well (although Steve was disappointed that they dropped Hand in Hand).
Lastly the testimony from Ian's friends brought a tear to the eye - he sounded like a good regular guy (apparently his sister was on the stage too but understandable couldn't bring her speak).
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