The Singathon!
What was it?
The Hastings Singathon was a really exciting concept proposed by our MP, Michael Foster, as a way of bringing the people of Hastings together to have some fun singing and as a way of raising money to help folk in our twin town of Hastings Sierra Leone who are struggling to rebuild their community in the aftermath of civil war. Musical Director Roger Wilcock recruited over a dozen local choirs and groups to perform two numbers each – one for us all to listen to and enjoy, and one to join in (and enjoy!). See below for the songsheet and the programme for you to download – it may be of interest do anyone thinking of organising a Singathon elsewhere in the country.
In turned out to be a great community event, as we’d hoped. It went on a bit too long, perhaps – the performers were so keen! The programme was terrifically varied, and some songs were easier to sing along to than others. But all in all, a huge success, which raised over £2000, thanks to the generosity of the Beer & Music Festival Committee and to sponsorship from Rainer Hermes, Marshall Tufflex, Fitzgraham Solicitors, Michael Foster, and to support from Hastings Borough Council.
Download Singathon Programme (PDF)
Download Singathon Songsheet (PDF)
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Dear Roger,
My name is Pat Fisher and I am the Founder/Director of GIZMO which is a Hastings based childfren and younf peoples Charity. No.1123027. I have recieved a letter from Michael Foster inviting us to take part in the SINGATHON on July 4th. About 4 years ago, the GIZMO KIDS performed for the Sierra Leone Link in Alexandra Park during the Beer Festival. As a group, we would like to perform again this year. We would like to sing ‘SOMETHING INSIDE SO STRONG’ by Labbi Siffri. My telephone numbers are 01424 ****** & 07957 ******. Please ring to let me know if it will be possible.
Many best wishes
Pat Fisher
GIZMO
Thanks Pat. I’ve passed this on to our Musical Director, Roger Wilcock. Anyone else interested in taking part on stage, should contact Roger direct, asap, on singathon@hotmail.co.uk
I have looked for the song sheet download but cant find it! Help!
It’s up at last. Sorry for the delay. But don’t forget, you can get a free copy at the gate on Sunday. See you there! Bring all your friends!