“Lean on Me” – Free Vocal Workshop in Lancaster

“Lean on me, when you're not strong, And I'll be your friend, I'll help you carry on”: Bill Withers. Join County of Song’s Loz Kaye for a free workshop of songs on the theme of support and solidarity –how music can get us through the tough times and celebrate the good ones. The workshop will include musical Makaton signing, an accessible communication tool to build connection. This event is part of County of Song’s autumn season focusing on inclusive singing, sharing music and techniques to open up taking part in the joy of song.

You don’t need any particular experience or to read music, just be willing to have a go. Material will be provided.We are happy for families and young people to join. People under 15 should be accompanied by an adult.

Venue: The Gregson Centre, 33-35 Moorgate, Lancaster, Lancashire, LA1 3PY

Date: Sunday 11thOctober

Time: 1 – 3 PM

You can find access information for the venue here: https://gregson.co.uk/about/access/

Do let us know of any access needs through Eventbrite.

This workshop also forms part of The Gregson Centre’s weekend of gigs and workshops as part of Lancaster Musical Festival.

Loz Kaye is a musical director and composer with a passion for the public power of music. He is specialist in community based vocal projects, and is current leader of Hope Mill Community Choir andDirector of the project County of Song. Previous work at Lancashire Encounter has included the participatory projects “Right Here, Right Now”,“The Last Rose”,“Lights That Lead Us There”and “Let it Shine”.

You can read read more about County of Song here: https://artslancashire.org.uk/county-of-song/ , and stay up to date with the latest news on : https://countyofsong.substack.com/ .