Herefordshire Farmers' Choir Aims to Raise Mental Health Awareness in BGT Final
BGT final farmers 'blown away' by support

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Andy Owens and Will Rogers, members of The Hawkstone Farmers' Choir, expressed gratitude for the overwhelming support they received ahead of their performance in the Britain's Got Talent final. They aim to raise awareness about mental health issues in the agricultural sector through their music.
- 01The Hawkstone Farmers' Choir was formed by Jeremy Clarkson to promote mental health awareness in farming.
- 02Andy Owens and Will Rogers hope their performance will encourage conversations about mental health.
- 03The choir received heartfelt support from both the farming community and beyond.
- 04Their semi-final performance of Bastille's 'Pompeii' impressed the judges and garnered significant attention.
- 05The final will feature other contestants, including golden buzzer winner Celestial.
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Andy Owens from Marden and Will Rogers from Presteigne, both members of The Hawkstone Farmers' Choir, shared their excitement and gratitude for the support they have received ahead of the Britain's Got Talent final. The choir, initiated by TV farmer Jeremy Clarkson, aims to raise awareness about mental health issues within the agricultural community. After their impressive semi-final performance of Bastille's 'Pompeii', the farmers expressed hope that their message would resonate beyond the farming industry. Rogers emphasized the importance of encouraging open conversations about mental health, stating that even small changes can have a significant impact. Both farmers described the experience as surreal, noting the unexpected traction their choir has gained. As they prepare for the final, they feel a mix of nerves and excitement, eager to deliver a powerful performance. The final will air on ITV, featuring other contestants like golden buzzer winner Celestial and teenager Rafferty Coope.
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The choir's efforts are intended to foster discussions about mental health within the farming community.
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