February 2017 Club Night

What a great start to the new year with a near full house enjoying the entertainment on a lovely summers evening. In the first half we were entertained in order of play by: Peter Longbottom; Dorothy Waddel; Audrey Henden; and Denise Gunson. After the refreshments break our guest artists were Joe Fingers and his wife, Jill, on vocals. Joe is a consummate musician/entertainer and played the first half to a set programme and then opened-up for audience requests. Joe played both the Bowling Club's acoustic piano and his Yamaha PSR-S950 arranger/keyboard. This was an auspicious occasion, as 7th February happens to be Joe’s birthday! His friends at the NSOKC were very pleased to wish him a very happy 68th Birthday in the usual way. As with last year, Joe and Jill received a standing ovation for his wonderful music and great jokes!

A big thank you to the Committee and members for helping with door duties, kitchen duties and tidy-up at the end of the evening.

The Videos:

Joe Fingers and wife, Jill, playing as our Guest Artists on 7th February 2017. Joe is playing his Yamaha PSR-S950 arranger/keyboard and also the house acoustic piano.

Denise Gunson playing on Club Night 7th February 2017. Denise is playing the Club’s Yamaha Clavinova CVP-509.

Peter Longbottom playing his Korg Pa600 at the Club on 7th February 2017.

Audrey Henden playing at the Club on 7th February 2017. Audrey is playing the Club’s Yamaha CVP-509.

Dorothy Waddel playing at the Club on 7th February 2017. Dorothy is playing the Club’s Yamaha Clavinova CVP-509.

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Coffee Day at Laurie and Joan Conder’s Home 21st January 2017

We weren't going to have a Coffee Day in January (holiday season and all) but when Laurie suggested we hold one at his place in mid-January  we were delighted to swing into gear and make this a very special Coffee Day. And a very special Coffee Day it turned-out to be with a great turn-out of around 40 people from the NSOKC and friends of the Conders. We had some fantastic music played on a variety of instruments and great relaxed conversation and a fab BBQ to boot! We used Laurie's spacious garage for the music but used his dining room and decks for the BBQ luncheon. This was very special to Laurie as he has a progressive illness and so it was great that he could share his lovely home, his great music and his caring wife, Joan, with his musical buddies from the Club.

A big thank you to Joan for setting things up for the Big Day and a special thanks to our Secretary, Delyse Whorwood, who had a big part in the catering arrangements organization with Joan.

A red letter day to be remembered. Thank you Laurie and Joan.

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