Southampton’s successful barbershop choir Ocean Harmony have been declared the most improved chorus in Britain.

The a cappella line-up proved that practice makes perfect when members achieved their highest ever British Association of Barbershop Singers placing against top quality opposition at the organisation’s national convention.

As well as winning their division at Bournemouth International Centre, 35 piece Ocean Harmony claimed the coveted accolade of most improved chorus from 39 entries nationwide.