It was great to see another good crowd in the Queen Mother’s Garden on Wednesday. We were particularly lucky with the weather I think; pretty close to being a perfect summer’s evening.
As you know, we are hoping to use the Queen Mother’s Garden next week as well, but reverting to the Abbey Gardens thereafter. If, for any reason, we need to make any last minute alternative arrangements you will be notified by e-mail at 5 o’clock on Wednesday itself. Otherwise, it’s the usual 6.45 for a 7 o’clock start.
Next time we will be we’ll be singing: Jug of Punch (held over from last time), revising Harbour and Circle of Life, and, time permitting, taking a look at Ego Sum Pauper, Viva Musica, Isa Lei, Vive la Compagnie and Isn’t She Lovely. (The words of Circle, Harbour and Jug were attached to last week’s or the previous week’s e-mail; no words needed for Ego or Viva; the other three are attached.) As ever, something for everyone I hope and all likely to form part of our Fringe programme on Saturday 28th August so do join us if you possibly can.
CHOIR COMING EVENTS:
Saturday 28 August - Shaftesbury Fringe Festival. “A Slice of Song” We have booked our slot in the Abbey Gardens for 11 o’clock. Our programme will be chosen from those pieces that we have been / will be singing this summer. There is a poster advertising the concert attached to this e-mail. Please print it off and display it if you possibly can. Not long now.
Sunday 12 September – Choir Picnic and singing in aid of St James’ Church. Grove Farm, Melbury Abbas. Bring along your friends and family and enjoy a picnic in the beautiful grounds at Grove. Glorious singing and summer sunshine (almost) guaranteed. Time tbc.
Wednesday 1 December – The U3A have invited us to sing for their Christmas lunch at the Olive Bowl in Gillingham. More details later.
OTHER COMING EVENTS:
A SONG FOR DORSET - Karen’s song “When Time Lost Its Edge”, which many of us know, had its on-line premiere last week. If you haven’t yet seen it (and it’s free) click on https://artsreach.co.uk/event/a-song-for-dorset-online-premiere
MELODIES REMEMBERED - A new music group called Melodies Remembered is launching in Shaftesbury on Thursday 19th August. There is no charge for attending. Tea, coffee and cake will be served. If you would like more information, please see last week’s flyer or alternatively phone Marion on 07871 665927 or email dementiafriendlyshaftesbury@gmail.com. All are welcome
David
7 August 2021