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Updated: 01/29/2013 08:00:42AM

Family singing troupe delights

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HERALD PHOTO BY BETSY WILLIAMS

Singing a cappella, the Ditchfield Family Singers showcased five decades of timeless American music, receiving numerous standing ovations throughout their Jan. 19 show in Punta Gorda.

HERALD PHOTO BY BETSY WILLIAMS

Stephen Ditchfield sings a duet called “Unforgettable” with his daughter, Stephanie, while wife Bernice listens from her seat.

HERALD PHOTO BY BETSY WILLIAMS

Hand-in-hand, Nate Ditchfield the oldest son, leads wife Regina to center stage for a duet.

HERALD PHOTO BY BETSY WILLIAMS

Dad and his three sons, Nate, David and Michael, sing a scat song first made popular by Ella Fitzgerald.

HERALD PHOTO BY BETSY WILLIAMS

Bill Caime, a former member of the U.S. Navy during the 1950s, was among the veterans that stood to be recognized as the Ditchfield Family Singers sang a salute to each branch of the military.

HERALD PHOTO BY BETSY WILLIAMS

Michael Ditchfield and his wife, Taylor, the newest member of the Ditchfield Family Singers, sing a duet.

HERALD PHOTO BY BETSY WILLIAMS

During intermission, Tim and Marian Fitzpatrick agreed they were enjoying the show.

HERALD PHOTO BY BETSY WILLIAMS

Singing Frank Sinatra’s “For Once in My Life” is the youngest Ditchfield son, David, who surprised the audience with his big voice.

HERALD PHOTO BY BETSY WILLIAMS

Andrew Ditchfield, the oldest grandson and soon to be 17, spent intermission selling CDs. He later appeared on stage with the rest of the family.

By BETSY WILLIAMS

Photojournalist

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T he Charlotte Chorale’s annual fundraiser was held Jan. 19 at the Charlotte Performing Arts Center in Punta Gorda. The event featured the Ditchfield Family Singers.

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