I had heard from a
friend who had seen them that this ukulele group might be suitable to entertain
our Luncheon Club at St Andrew’s. Arrangements were made for them to come but,
unfortunately, due to a heavy snowfall, we had to cancel their visit.
We decided to
invite them again, through the Ladies Fellowship and open it up to all who
wanted to attend an evening concert. Tickets were sold, help pledged and cakes
promised, as we were assured that cake helped the musicians to perform at their
best! They were such a lovely, friendly group of people and we just sensed that
we were going to enjoy a really good night.
Some 50 people
turned up to support, which helped to create a great atmosphere.
We were given
songbooks (and percussion instruments!) so that we could join in and also make
requests for our favourite songs from their list.
It was such an
uplifting, joyful, fun evening with songs old and new, many bringing memories
from the not-too-distant past. Everyone put aside their inhibitions and joined
in, entering into the spirit of the evening – a ‘right good singalong’!
It was 2 hours of
fun and music, not forgetting the more energetic ones who danced along to ‘The
Locomotion’ – well done!
During the
interval, we sampled home-made cakes, buns, etc (thank you, ladies!) before
returning to our seats for the second half of the concert, which was as good as
the first.
Judging by the
laughter, singing, people’s smiles and comments, the evening went well. We had
a lovely fun night, something different, and I would recommend Splinters to
other churches in the circuit, whilst not ruling out a return to St Andrew’s.
We will look forward to that!
Thank you to all
who supported the event.
Jean B, St Andrew’s
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