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Andrew Barclay Andrew has been a Director of Music in independent schools for over 20 years. He studied at Dartington College of Arts and Exeter University. He is an experienced conductor of choral societies and orchestras. Over the years he has established an enviable reputation for his Gala Concerts performing large scale works involving over 400 musicians both young and old. These concerts have featured many eminent soloists and Andrew has had the experience of working with many musical stars including the soprano Felicity Lott. He has conducted in many prestigious venues including New York’s Carnegie Hall. Andrew firmly believes that music making should be fun and all Travelling Minstrels will have the opportunity to sing and play in a wide variety of styles. Penny Barclay Penny is an experienced teacher of the piano, cello and academic music. She studied at the Purcell School of Music and then at the Royal Academy of Music. She has a fine reputation for quality work with students and adults where attention to detail is of key importance. Her specialist areas include chamber music and small vocal ensembles. Raymond and Veronica Jones Raymond studied singing and piano for three years at the Royal Academy of Music in London. He has given many solo performances in oratorio and operatic roles during his career and is particularly known for his interpretation of the song cycles of Schubert and Schumann. A qualified teacher of singing, strings and piano Raymond is a versatile musician who is keen to be involved in working with all Travelling Minstrels. Veronica is an experienced musician who has been working in North Cornwall for over thirty years. She was trained in singing, piano and choral studies at the Royal Academy of Music in London. Her well-known enthusiasm and love of music have encouraged local musicians both young and old to enjoy their music and achieve highly. She is currently the musical director in a local independent school achieving great success in the ‘Music for Youth’ competition. She is an experienced conductor of many local choral groups and founder of the Launceston Choral Society. Her greatest love is the teaching of singing to all – young and old – giving special help to the less experienced amateur musician.