Choir member Pat Hughes and her husband Ken are holidaying in South America and have just met up with Carlos’ family in Bogota.

Pat writes: “Colombia is an amazing country. The diverse landscape varies from soaring Andean summits, beautiful Caribbean coastlines, cryptic archeological ruins and cobbled colonial towns. The people are so happy, friendly and helpful. We have enjoyed our holiday here so much. We started in Bogota, where we were looked after by Carlos’s brothers.  A highlight was a wonderful recital of Andean music organised for us by Manuel, a friend of Carlos’s brother. This was a most memorable evening.”