A choir has welcomed a new president afters its long-serving leader stepped back.
Hampshire Harmony, based in Basingstoke, held its annual general meeting on Monday, June 29 and officially appointed Gary Schuster as its new president.
Mr Schuster takes over from Sir Joe French, who stepped down after eight years in the role.
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Sir Joe said: "It has been a great pleasure and privilege to have been president of Hampshire Harmony for eight years.
"I have thoroughly enjoyed the lovely friendship of the choir; it leaves me with memories I will treasure for ever.
"I wish Hampshire Harmony continuing success in the years ahead."
To mark the transition, Sir Joe presented Mr Schuster with a baton engraved with "President Hampshire Harmony".
In his acceptance speech, Mr Schuster recognised the responsibility of the role and intends to be a hands on president.
Mr Schuster has a track record of community involvement, having served as president of the Leos Club, the junior branch of Lions Clubs International, and has supported groups including the Lychpit Community Association.
Hampshire Harmony’s next concert will take place at 3pm on Sunday, July 12 at Costello School in Basingstoke.
The choir is supporting St Michael’s Hospice this year.
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