Almost 80 Burgesses of Guild, partners and friends enjoyed an excellent evening on Tuesday 27th February with Burgess Prof Paul Mealor and friends, vocalist Jillian Bain Christie and pianist Drew Tulloch. Lord Dean of Guild Colin Taylor undertook a Q & A session with Paul reflecting on his childhood in North Wales, his work with Royalty and of course his partnership with Gareth Malone on the Military Wives composition of “Wherever you are”. Intertwined with Jillian and Drew performing versions Ubi Caritas from William and Kate’s wedding, Wherever you are, and Ae Fond Kiss by Robert Burns, it was a very enjoyable evening.
The Lord Dean gave a vote of thanks to Aberdeen University for allowing the event to be hosted there, and presented Paul with a set of Burgess of Guild Coasters, Jillian and Drew with a bottle of their favourite tipple.
Selection of photos below show Paul answering questions from the Lord Dean, Jillian and Drew performing a song, and their presentation by the Lord Dean of Guild.
Future Social events and Lunches for the forthcoming months are now detailed on the website.