Poppy Singing
As part of Poppy Café, we hold a regular singing session on the fourth Tuesday of the month.
Come and join us!
The sessions last for about 45 minutes. These are usually led by one of our specially gifted volunteers and an accompanying pianist; or by a guitarist/pianist, who often plays and sings gently in the background.
Familiar and well loved songs are selected from our own song books, carefully compiled by a former volunteer and her husband. We have a collection of percussion instruments available to play and our aim, as always, is to sing together for enjoyment and fun.
The social and physical benefits of singing together are well recognised. Importantly, for those living with dementia, singing can stimulate memories of people and places, and even change one’s mood and increase confidence.
Singing is a relaxing activity and can facilitate both speech and ease of movement. It helps us to engage with others and, above all, gives us a good time and some fun!
Local visiting choirs
Over the years pupils of all ages from Gresham’s School have entertained us at the Poppy Café, after which they have been happy to chat and participate in activities. We are always happy to welcome the children and their teachers.
Other musical performers have included:
- Meg Starling and Friends
- Stephen Miles, tenor, accompanied on the piano by Kathleen Wyatt
- Local clergy
- ‘Samphires’ close harmony group of ladies
- Angela Dugdale and members of her choir ‘Music is Magic’
Poppy Friends is a carer support group, organised by Helen for Holt & District Dementia Support.
