Former Magherafelt man and Lisburn based Ashley Fulton receives MBE for services to music

Ashley was honoured during a recent investiture at Windsor Castle.

He said: "It was both an immense honour and a humbling experience to be recognised with an MBE in the New Year's Honours List.

"This award is not just a reflection of my journey in music but a testament to the incredible talents and dedication of the individuals I've had the privilege to work with.

"Music has the power to unite, inspire, and transform, and I am grateful for the opportunity to contribute to its lifeblood in Northern Ireland.

"This MBE is absolutely a shared celebration with every student, colleague, and collaborator who has been a part of my remarkable musical journey.”

Ashley is artist director of Adoro, which is a choir he formed more than 15 years ago.