The Master’s Tribute at the Meeting on 11th October 2025:
DAME PATICIA ROUTLEDGE, 1929 - 2025
On Friday 3rd October, one of our distinguished Patrons, Dame Patricia Routledge peacefully took her leave of us for the next stage of her journey. She was born in Birkenhead on 17th February 1929, and she was 96 years of age. But you know, when someone has made their way into our hearts so very firmly, we’re never really happy about letting them go!
Our robemakers are Walters of Oxford and all applications for robes need to go direct to emma.brownsea@walters-oxford.co.uk and not the Guild.
To avoid any confusion, kindly note: Walters of Oxford and Shepherd and Woodward are partners of the same company.
Honorary Members hoods: £99.99
Associates and Fellows hoods: £124.99
Council Members and Honorary Fellows hoods: £149.99
Some years ago, the Guild commissioned a new badge for members to replace the old one which we ran out of some time ago. The new one is beautiful as can be seen from the photograph. It measures 3cm square so makes quite a statement!
It can be bought at a Guild meeting for a mere £5. If you really can't wait, please contact the Treasurer by emailing treasurer@musiciansandsingers.org.uk and then pay via the Paypal link on the membership page to help cover p&p.
Honorary Fellow of the Guild of Musicians and Singers Dr Christopher D. Lewis recently gave a Ted Talk in the North West of England, titled 'What does the Future hold for Classical Music?' - watch it here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CFU9SEV7sRA
