We often sang as a family, in rounds and harmonies; before meals, round a camp-fire, to keep four children occupied on long car journeys (in those pre-techy times), carols at Christmas…
Now I consider singing, especially in harmony with others, my simplest, surest, fast-track to joy.
That’s why I love singing with others, and am in constant gratitude that I earn my living by offering something which generates such reciprocal sense of well-being, connection and happiness.
Community Singing Groups in Norfolk
Most of my Song Work is offered in Norfolk, particularly North Norfolk, where I live. Sessions are friendly, fun and up-lifting. You are welcome to come along and try one – they are all ‘drop-in’ with no termly commitment. No singing experience is necessary and all songs are taught by ear and repetition.
I draw on rounds and harmony songs from all over the world, from different folk or spiritual traditions, as well as songs and chants written more recently for group singing. There is a growing movement of ‘Natural Voice Practitioners’ (see www.naturalvoice.net) who believe that everyone can and should sing if it brings them joy.
I run my own groups, and offer workshops on request. I sometimes host workshops with guest singing teachers (eg David Burbidge of Lakeland Voices, Cumbria and Caz Jeffreys from Ireland), and the occasional singing holiday and retreat.
Current Groups
• Sing Your Heart Out – I am Musical Director and tutor of this charity which offers singing for well-being in five different venues across Norfolk.
• I run my own group most weeks either at Weybourne Village Hall or from home at The Stables, Gresham NR11 8RW. Thursdays or Wednesdays, 2.30-4pm
• Some Sundays I offer Sacred Song and Chants, drawing on Taize (Christian) and other spiritual traditions.
• May Singers – a monthly group in North Elmham, near Dereham. Fourth Monday of the month, 7-8.30pm at The Eastgate Centre, Eastgate St, North Elmham, NR20 5HE
• Fig Branch – a singing group offered by a charity promoting emotional and mental well-being. Second Tuesday of the month, 10.30-12
Orchard House, Melton Park, Melton Constable, NR24 2NL
Song-learning Resource CDs
• Singing our Greetings and Farewells – songs and chants of opening and closure
• Singing the Day and the Seasons – songs taking us through the daily and annual cycles
• Singing the Cycle of our Lives – songs to commemorate birth, marriage and death
Email me to find out more, or to go on my mailing list for all singing events
Come along and add your voice to the lovely weaving of harmonies that many voices create together. ALL WELCOME
Community Singing Testimonials
‘You have an extraordinary, inspirational talent that seems to bring out
the best in everyone!’ – Bruce
‘Although I am not an experienced singer, you made it easy for me to participate fully. Thank you for a very special afternoon.’ – Jane
‘You have the most wonderful gift of communicating with people and make everyone feel so valued. Thanks for your magic!’ – Margaret
‘I can’t tell you how much your belief in community and singing together is balm to my soul!’ – Jenny
‘Your spirit, warmth, and personality make people believe in themselves, that they can do almost anything and make the best of the talent they have. You make us feel part of an inclusive team rather than an exclusive group. – Sand
‘Don’t know where you get your energy from but you give us your all and we are truly appreciative.’ – Chris
‘I find your singing groups extraordinarily healing and fun’ – Mary
‘These singing times are always an oasis for me’ – Carole