The wow factor

Ayrshire Soprano had the “WOW” Factor!


Marie Claire Breen

This was how Commissioner Keith Banks of the Salvation Army described the exceptional singing talents of Saltcoats born soprano Marie Claire Breen as she inspired the audience at Holy Trinity Church last Sunday evening.



The large audience who attended a fund raising concert organized by The Salvation Army held in the Holy Trinity Church in Ayr last Sunday were inspired by the young soloist who is currently studying at the Royal Scottish Academy of Music and Drama’s Opera School.


Sharing the platform in this Evening of Concert Classics was the Paisley Philharmonic Choir under the leadership if Ian Anderson on their first visit to Ayr, the choir’s rich and balanced singing along with impeccable accompaniments of Bill Ross was a treat enjoyed by everyone in attendance.

The Salvation Army would like to say thanks to Holy Trinity Church in Ayr who made the evening possible and as a result of this fine evening of music, The Salvation Army were delighted to be able to donate £500 to the Ayrshire Hospice.

Bandmaster Bobby Irvine