Cockney Sing-a-long
A good, old-fashioned, Cockney sing-a-long, where you can exercise the vocal cords and enjoy some classic favourites, played on the ‘old Joanna.Cockney Sing-a-long
"Hi, I'm Tom and come and join me in this interactive Musical Performance (Sing-a-long) as I lead you in a good old-fashioned sing-a-long, in the grand Cockney tradition.
Sharing my love of Music Hall and popular song from the 1850s to the 1950s, I will explore sing-a-long classics including songs from the Music Hall, World War 1 and World War 2, the West End stage and popular songs from across the decades."
Lyrics will be provided on screen during Cockney Sing-a-long each week.
Join Tom this Tuesday the 7th of June for a "Summer is Here" themed sing-a-long and of course, he will be taking your requests live!
Get ready to sing along to these well-known and beloved songs:
Here Comes the Sun
You Are My Sunshine
When You’re Smiling
Bring Me Sunshine
The Sunshine of Your Smile
Sunny Afternoon
Summertime
Summer Holiday
Summertime Blues
Summer Nights
My Blue Skies
In the Summertime
Walking on Sunshine
Lovely Day
Geek Notes
Benefits of singing, include:
- Improving overall wellbeing
- Improving lung capacity and breathing
- Improving mood
- Reducing symptoms of anxiety
- Reducing symptoms and risk of depression
- Social cohesion
- Improving cognition
- Enhancing morale
- Improving self-esteem
- Reducing sense of loneliness.
Age UK and the NHS recommend getting involved in community activities like singing to improve mental wellbeing.
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