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Hastings Charity Fest!

Introducing Hastings Charity Fest! Proudly supporting amazing local charities Music Lifeline and The Music Well, come and enjoy a full day of live acoustic music from incredible local acts Donation entry, all proceeds go to the charities 10th of May, Barnaby's Lounge (46 Robertson Street, Hastings), 2pm - Late

Children’s Christmas concert at Peasmarsh Place

The Children's singing club gave a wonderful Christmas medley to the residents of Peasmarsh Place.  The room was filled with enthusiastic singing to residents, carers and families. They included both traditional and new carols among which was the Ukrainian carol "The Carol of the Bell" sung with harmony and gusto. The Sinigng Club is open to

Ever wanted to join a band?

If you would like to play in a band but are a bit rusty and your instrument is a bit dusty, or you are learning an instrument, then you may like to come along to the sessions that The Music Well will be running in Rye from December onwards.  We’ll start off with folk tunes

‘What do you do?’ by Nick Ingman

A question I gently dread. I generally say that I am a hit man for the Mafia which is usually a conversation stopper. The reason for my fib is that if the questioner is really interested, the answer is complex. Since my twenties, I was a conductor, composer and arranger in the commercial music scene

‘What do I do’ by Alison Withey-Harrison

As a music therapist, music teacher in a primary school, and a community musician, I juggle many different musical hats throughout my working week. Music has given me the privilege of working with people of all ages and stages of life from 9 months to 90-year-olds! When I am not working, I perform in an

‘What do I do?’ by Marian Ham

From a very early age I have always enjoyed singing and playing the piano, first with my family at home and then at school. My parents sang in the church choir and I sang with them once I was old enough. I remember many singing times at home around the piano, with family and friends,

A FREE FUN Children and Student’s local Singing Club

All children (Year R to Year 9) are invited to join our FREE Children’s Singing Club taking place every Monday, after school, 4-5pm, at the Rye Creative Centre.   This club is free as it is sponsored by The Fairlight Arts Trust.   Mrs. Marian Ham is the Singing Club Teacher (a semi-retired Head Teacher and a

Children’s Christmas Concert at St Bartholomew’s

On 5th December the Music Well's Children's singing club visited St Bartholomew's sheltered accommodation in Playden, to sing a range of Christmas carols and songs to the residents. The lounge was full of people, who loved seeing and hearing the children. The children sang beautifully for 50 minutes - particular favourites included Away in a