MILITARY voices will sound out as one at the first collaboration between military wives and children.

The Colchester Military Wives Choir, made up of the wives of serving Army personnel, is joining forces for a concert with the Colchester Military Children's Choir which features the children of serving personnel.

It is the first time the two choirs have joined together for a performance.

The concert will be staged at St Botolph's Church in Queen Street, Colchester, under the guidance of musical director Sally Leung.

The event is on Saturday March 11 starting at 7.30pm.

Money raised from the event will be donated to Age Concern Colchester, Colchester Samaritans and other Rotary charities.

Tickets cost £12 for adults, £5 for children and are available from Manns Music, High Street, Colchester, or by calling 01206 572 783 or via email to iangdewis@gmail.com.