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Group: Singalong
Meets: Third Wednesday of each month at 2.20pm.
Extra meetings in members' gardens in Aug & Sept
Venue: Tonbridge
Details:
From Elvis to the Beatles, Cliff to the Carpenters, Abba to Adele, plus a wide variety of others - led by a group of five musicians, who add to the spontaneity and wit, our sessions last for an hour plus, with songs from our past, out of a selection of almost a hundred favourites. They evoke memories of special moments, varied occasions and concerts attended. We are currently adding popular songs from the 70s and 80s to our established wide repertoire of over 90 songs.
Make new friends with up to fifty similarly-minded people, most of whom claim not to be tuneful singers, but nevertheless love singing. Our philosophy is simple - we are not a choir, but believe that music and mirth are two of the best therapies.
Our meetings are held in church in Tonbridge at 2.20pm, with ample free parking and regular 218/219 buses right to the door. They last for about 70 minutes, with free refreshments afterwards.
We also have occasional special guest musicians, very popular summer meetings in members' gardens* (ask for dates and venue) for those who enjoy beautiful surroundings and are not away on holiday, plus a Christmas event with seasonal songs and carols. Membership £7 every 4 months (Jan-Apr, May-Aug, Sep-Dec).
*The 2 Garden meetings in August this year, with a usual maximum of around
twenty, depending on garden size, must be booked in advance.
Contact: Email the group leader(s) at singalong@tonbridgeu3a.uk
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Group Leader: Pat France, Marion Harris & John Lawrence
See the review of a recent event below. For other reviews see here
Members were treated to a wonderfully uplifting afternoon of music with Bryn Haworth, whose relaxed blend of gentle rock, blues, slide guitar and gospel favourites proved to be the recipe for smiles, memories and more than a little discreet toe tapping.
From the first few chords, Bryn created an easy going atmosphere that felt less like a formal performance and more like spending time with an old friend who just happens to be extremely talented with a guitar. His slide guitar playing was especially admired, producing that rich, unmistakable blues sound which instantly transported many of us back to earlier days of the coffee bars and late night radio. The programme moved effortlessly between reflective gospel songs, new rock classics and blues inspired favourites, all delivered with warmth, humour and genuine affection for the music. produced a lot of laughter from the audience. Bryn also shared stories and anecdotes between songs which added to the guile of the afternoon and Bryn Haworth in fine form! Most importantly, it was one of those lovely u3a afternoons where music brought people together, conversations flowed easily and everyone left feeling just a little lighter than when they arrived.
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