Eastleigh is home to one of the top scout and guide bands in the country. The 14th Eastleigh Scout and Guide Band – “The Spitfires” – is a concert and marching band that was founded in 1968 by the then group scout leader of the 14th Eastleigh scout troop.
The band membership has expanded from its original base and is now open to members of both the Scout Movement and Guide Association from all over Hampshire [Read more…] about The 14th Eastleigh Scout And Guide Band
The Parish of Chandler’s Ford has recently appointed an organ scholar, Sarah Akponasa (a student of Chemistry at the University of Southampton, from Oxford).
Sarah will be helping with some services and, under the organ scholarship scheme, has lessons from Dr. Hugh Benham, director of music at St Boniface.
These include help with [Read more…] about Hugh Benham Introduces New Parish Organ Scholar
This post John Tavener was written by Dr. Hugh Benham, writer, composer, and choir director of St. Boniface church in Chandler’s Ford.
I interviewed Dr. Hugh Benham last year in this post: Concert, Life And Passion.
Hugh celebrated the life of the brilliant composer Sir John Tavener with us. [Read more…] about John Tavener
Christmas is a time of celebration, joy and reflection.
We also enjoy the company of our family and friends. Today, my friend shares some beautiful music with me, sung by our talented young people in Chandler’s Ford.
Let’s appreciate two Christian songs “Do You Hear What I Hear?” and Pie Jesu by Thornden School’s Year 11 Ensemble. Their voices are angelic — simply beautiful. [Read more…] about Beautiful Singing By Thornden School Year 11 Ensemble
One of the traditional sounds of Christmas is that of church bells.
I’m not sure why it is a traditional sound of Christmas, as church bells are rung through the year – most Sundays, as well as other celebratory events such as weddings and christenings.
But as you hear the peal of bells drifting [Read more…] about The Art Of Bell Ringing
Carol singing at Asda on Monday evening in Chandler’s Ford was a rather unusual experience.
Simon Farrenden and his Chandler’s Ford Brass Band were playing at the optician corner of the shop.
Rev. Peter Cornick from the Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church was playing the euphonium in front of modest ladies pyjamas, [Read more…] about Beautiful Carol Singing At Asda In Chandler’s Ford
Update: This event took place in 2013.
Don’t miss…
The Nine Lessons and Carols
at Parish of Chandler’s Ford, St Boniface CofE Church,
Hursley Road SO53 2FT [Read more…] about Don’t Miss The Nine Lessons And Carols In Chandler’s Ford (2013)
The Age Concern Carol Service at the Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church this afternoon was brilliant.
The Rev. Peter Cornick made us think about the true meaning of Christmas. Is Christmas just about shopping and eating? He asked.
Both the Thornden Wind Band and the Toynbee School choir performed beautifully at the carol service. [Read more…] about Age Concern Carol Service At Methodist Church
The 14th Eastleigh Scout and Guide Band will present The Spitfires this weekend.
Performing at Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church on the 5th October, the band are celebrating their 45th Anniversary, and also the launch of their new Corps of Drums.
Date: Saturday on the 5th of October 2013 at 7.30pm [Read more…] about The Spitfires: 45th Anniversary Concert At Methodist Church
Remember David Tripp, who plays easy listening cool jazz music? David is a professional musician from Chandler’s Ford. I met him for the first time at the Fryern Funtasia event early this month.
Today, David sent me a surprised ‘thank you’ gift, in the form of an mp3 via email.
I love this little surprise. [Read more…] about Autumn Leaves In Summer
Did you spot a red feather at Fryern Funtasia 2013 in Chandler’s Ford?
Professional musician David Tripp played the guitar beautifully. The stylish musician, a local resident, performed just right at the Methodist Church’s catering stand. [Read more…] about Fryern Funtasia 2013: Cool Jazz
People in Chandler’s Ford are blessed. There will be an unmissable Celebration Concert on the 25th of May (Saturday) in Chandler’s Ford, held at St. Boniface Church. The concert is open to everyone.
This highly anticipated concert of choral music features The Convivium Singers and St. Boniface choir.
The music director behind this concert is the remarkable [Read more…] about Concert, Life And Passion: Interview Dr. Hugh Benham
What have Ahmad Tea and Chandler’s Ford Methodist Church got in common? Yes, they’re both on Winchester Road.
You may struggle to find another link between them, but at Fryern Funtasia 2013, both organisations brought a lot of joy to many of us. [Read more…] about Fryern Funtasia 2013: Methodist Church And Ahmad Tea
What a glorious day today!
Fryern Funtasia (6th May 2013) today was a marvellous, totally enjoyable community event. I spent my whole afternoon there and still didn’t get round to see all the stalls.
[Read more…] about Glorious Fryern Funtasia 2013 In Chandler’s Ford (And It Didn’t Rain)
If you love choral music, you don’t want to miss the highly anticipated Celebration Concert of choral music at St. Boniface church on Saturday 25th May.
This Celebration Concert includes choral music by Byrd, Tallis, Howells, MacMillan, Vaughan Williams and Dr. Hugh Benham. [Read more…] about Celebration Concert With Dr. Hugh Benham
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