Well, hello blog readers again. If you weren't there last night, you missed a really good evening. President Kathy welcomed members and guests and introduced the activity for tonight - to present a favourite piece of music and talk about associated memories.
Last year's President, Barry, was first up and talked about his early fascination with Bohemian Rhapsody. Tom then gave us a quiz on our knowledge of the Beatles. Then, a guest recounted his experience of taking piano lessons as a stress-buster, and his pride in achieving grade 1. Austin spoke movingly about the power of a special piece of music to pose heart-searching questions about purpose and plan for our lives. He reminded us that life is change, growth is optional and to choose wisely. Sage words indeed. Kate spoke about the musical life and memories of her late brother and read from an absorbing book ' Irish Folk, Traditional and Blues - A Secret History, by Colin Harper and Trevor Hodgett. Yours truly spoke, and eventually succeeded in playing some favourite pieces by Barbara Dickson, the McGarrigle Sisters as well as some Latin American Tango music from a CD purchased in Montevideo. Michael gave us a moving guitar recital including pieces by Handel. Well, I could go on, of course, but I hope I've given you at least a flavour of the range of the evening..............
Kathy thanked everyone for their contributions and reminded us that next week's activity will be to simulate being a newsreader and assemble items of our choice.
As usual, hope to see you along - take part or observe, as you wish...........................
Last year's President, Barry, was first up and talked about his early fascination with Bohemian Rhapsody. Tom then gave us a quiz on our knowledge of the Beatles. Then, a guest recounted his experience of taking piano lessons as a stress-buster, and his pride in achieving grade 1. Austin spoke movingly about the power of a special piece of music to pose heart-searching questions about purpose and plan for our lives. He reminded us that life is change, growth is optional and to choose wisely. Sage words indeed. Kate spoke about the musical life and memories of her late brother and read from an absorbing book ' Irish Folk, Traditional and Blues - A Secret History, by Colin Harper and Trevor Hodgett. Yours truly spoke, and eventually succeeded in playing some favourite pieces by Barbara Dickson, the McGarrigle Sisters as well as some Latin American Tango music from a CD purchased in Montevideo. Michael gave us a moving guitar recital including pieces by Handel. Well, I could go on, of course, but I hope I've given you at least a flavour of the range of the evening..............
Kathy thanked everyone for their contributions and reminded us that next week's activity will be to simulate being a newsreader and assemble items of our choice.
As usual, hope to see you along - take part or observe, as you wish...........................
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