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Ampthill Park Proms 2009

Ampthill Concert Orchestra with support from Ampthill Town Band and Quintessential

Saturday 27th June 2009 saw the staging of Ampthill's first ever 'Ampthill Park Proms', an event staged by the volunteers of Ampthill Festival Committee. The Proms starred Ampthill Concert Orchestra (in association with the students of Redborne Upper School), Ampthill Town Band, Quintessential and Gaynor Keeble (Mezzo Soprano). This video footage (below) shows that the event took place against the backdrop of beautiful Ampthill Park and a passing thunderstorm (with associated lightening). A backdrop that money could not buy! Plus not a drop of rain fell! Over 800 people attended, which means that in all likelihood there will be an Ampthill Park Proms 2010.

The following Ampthill Park Proms Videos are courtesy of Howard Martin from the Ampthill Weather Station (www.ampthillweatherstation.info)

Ampthill Park Proms Volunteers Needed - Have you got a few hours to spare on the day, as we would be keen to hear from you as we a looking for volunteers to assist us with 2011's event? You could be a Steward, help with setting or taking down the Prom's, help with litter picking, collecting donations, distributing programmes etc. We would love to hear from you! Please contact Richard Benson: Tel: 07920 282770 or Email: r.benson@schools.bedfordshire.gov.uk