Margaret Cozens (30 Apr 1933 - 18 Aug 2025)

I am so sorry that we were not able to join so as to celebrate your mother's life on 25 September due to being in the US on that date. A very special lady who was the heartbeat of the Fidelio Singers and so much else. Sending wishes and love to you both. Ashley & Robyn

In loving memory of the 1st lady of music xx

Thank you for all the wonderful music and for sharing the gift of singing with me at St. Hilda's, in The Fids and in your beautiful music room in Fillebrook Ave., at the concerts and festivals. Your impact and legacy will continue. Condolences to Vanessa, Andy and all the family. Zoe and family xx

So many years of wonderful music making! Touching so many lives, what a legacy! You will be sorely missed!

What an extraordinary woman Margaret was! I met her when I was 11 and have never met anyone like her since. Being in the newly-formed Fidelio Singers was such a joyous, and formative, experience, and I still feel now the impact of her commitment to vocal knowledge and understanding.

In loving memory of a fun,
elegant lady. Rest in Peace dear Margaret xx

So many memories! Margaret took a very shy and reticent teenager and helped me to discover the joy of singing. Grateful for the fun and laughter that was Fidelio singers and the memories of many outfits!

Margaret taught me so much when I was the accompanist to the Fidelio Singers in the mid 1980’s - my abiding memory of her was setting off at an incredible pace in concerts when the accompaniment was difficult to say the least !! I never knew whether it was the Adrenalin kicking in or a challenge to me to keep up😊
A lovely lady who was a joy to work with & who taught so many singers, young & not so young the finer details of being great performers
RIP Margaret you will be much missed in our musical world xxx🥰

In loving memory of a dear Aunt who shall be sadly missed.X

Many fond memories of Auntie Margaret. My favourite being her resting my baby son on her chest, singing a long, deep vibrato and declaring to everyone in the room, "he likes it!"

Margaret was truly a force of nature. I will always treasure my early days singing and performing with The Fidelio Singers and for her own inspirational teaching which helped me pursue my dreams. Sorry I can't be with you to say goodbye in person but thank you and rest in peace Margaret. Sarah x

Margaret was truly a force of nature. I shall never forget my early days singing and performing with The Fidelio Singers and her own inspirational teaching enabling me to pursue my dreams on stage. Sorry that I can't join you to say goodbye in person but thank you Margaret and may you rest in peace. Sarah xxx

Thank you for your wonderful gift and legacy.

Margaret was an inspirational, elegant lady who helped many up and coming musicians reach their full potential. I will always be grateful for being in The Fidelio Singers for over 25 years and working with her at St Hilda’s School.

Margaret gave me so much confidence as a singer and performer. I loved her laugh and enjoyed my time in the Fidelio Singers. She was always dressed elegantly. I will miss the lady I once knew. Thank you Margaret for being part of my life. Pamela

Margaret was inspirational and I will always be grateful to her for all the wonderful musical experiences and opportunities that we shared and for her true and lasting friendship. She is sorely missed.

Fond memories

Margaret was a very elegant lady, always well presented even when she was becoming frail. Fond memories. with love Rosemary & Jeff

Thank you Margaret for the incredible musical legacy you have left in Southend. Your hard work and passion are so greatly appreciated x