SING Australia Coffs Harbour’s new conductor Robert Smallwood, has delivered his first public performance at the helm of the group.
Co-leader and gig coordinator Ros Hopwood explained that, “Park Beach Plaza’s Administrator/Casual Leasing Coordinator Carolyn Roelofs invited us to sing outside Big W.
“Our pianist Lucy Watson accompanied us on a portable keyboard and, with Robert leading us, the 18 members who attended acquitted themselves very well.”
The varied repertoire included Christmas favourites and finished with Rudolph the Red-Nosed Reindeer.
“It was great to have audience members sing along with us, with a few youngsters dancing in the aisles,” Ros said.
Throughout the year the group receives requests to sing at aged care facilities, retirement villages, shopping centres, and other venues, with Christmas being the most popular time.
Audience participation is strongly encouraged.
“The health benefits of singing have been well documented, and it’s a great social activity.
“Regardless of what people think of their singing abilities, they can always sing with other people.”
Sing Coffs Harbour’s last meeting of the year will be on Monday, 15 December.
“It will be a relaxing afternoon, part singing and part Christmas party,” co-leader Bev Morris said.
“We return on 2 February, ready for another year’s singing, socialising, and having fun.”
The group meets every Monday (except public holidays) from 3pm to 5pm at The Pavilion, Shoreline Luxury Retirement Living.
By Andrea FERRARI
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