THE next musical event for The Heart of Devon takes place on Friday and Saturday, July 19 and 20, when tenor Thomas Cameron will be performing at Clannaborough Church, near Bow.

Singing sensation Thomas is 20-years-old, his voice having been described as having velvet-like qualities.

He first discovered his love for singing when he was selected for the lead role in a production of “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolour Dreamcoat”, when he was 11-years-old. 

Singing the world famous songs “Close Every Door” and “Any Dream Will Do” gave Thomas a feeling he’d never experienced before and he knew this is what he wanted to do as a career from this very moment. 

He began vocal tuition from an early age, but it wasn’t until he met his current vocal coach Val Skull, that he realised his potential in classical singing and from here began his classical training.

Thomas has worked with a number of people on his latest works, including Irish music producer Robert Macleod (Universal, Grapevine Records, Bwitched) and sound engineer Scott Barnett (Peter Gabriel, Beyoncé), recording at the world famous Real World Studios, owned by Peter Gabriel. 

He has also worked with the likes of Alex Gordon (Kate Nash, Sigrid) at the world famous studio Abbey Road, when mastering his debut album. 

After recording his first album in 2018, Thomas successfully secured a 10-date summer tour across the United Kingdom and Ireland at an array of different festivals. 

Thomas was nominated for a Classical Brit Award at the 2018 ceremony held at The Royal Albert Hall. He was entered in to the “Sound of Classical Poll” category, shining a light on the future of classical music. 

On July 12, 2018, the first single “Bring Him Home” from Thomas’s debut album “The Voice of Thomas Cameron” was launched at Buckland House to a sold out audience.

In June 2018, he made his debut performance on BBC Radio, appearing on BBC Radio Devon on June 16 and premiering his debut single “Bring Him Home”.  

Thomas made his debut television appearance on BBC One, being interviewed on BBC Spotlight about his career to-date and performing his first single.

During October 2018, he worked with a number of composers across the globe, working closely with them to help bring their compositions to life. He said he was blown away by their talents and was delighted to feature on a number of their compositions. 

On November 1, 2018, the second single “Nothing Lasts Forever”, an original song written in collaboration with Irish singer/songwriter Pat Fagan, was released at the stunning Buckland House to yet another sold out audience.

As his Irish fan base has grown, Thomas has played a number of prestigious venues in Ireland. 

In 2019, one of Thomas’ largest concert successes to-date will take place as he performs in the world renowned National Concert Hall of Ireland, principal national venue for classical music concerts in Ireland.

He will be accompanied at Clannaborough by pianist Kate Robey.

The concert will include performances of light classical songs and hits from the musicals, including “Les Miserables” and “The Greatest Showman”.

Set within the grounds of Clannabough Barton Farm, St Petrock’s Church is a beautiful building and a fitting setting for what we are sure will be unforgettable performances from this talented singer.

For added comfort it is recommended those attending take along a cushion. 

Tickets are £14 for each performance and available via: https://www.wegottickets.com/HeartOfDevon .

Alternatively you may send a cheque made payable to PCC of St. Petrocks to M Richards, Goulds House, Bow, Crediton, Devon. EX17 6EL (please enclose a SAE for your tickets).

Ticket price includes a drink during the interval. 

All profits from this event will go to the Church Heating Fund.