The Heron under Gull attack --- click to enlarge
Our downstairs room with the scenic windows was a delight today since we enjoyed the great view of a handsome young heron perched on the swans' nesting island as we sang.
The group swelled to 15 including a new member, Sheila, who comes from Balfron.
After warming up our voices with some scales, we moved on to call and response with What shall I do with the baby?
Isla, Irene, Mairi, John and Jim each led a verse and the responses were strong and tuneful.
The vocal line in 2 parts of the Orff arrangement Boom- fal- er-a, is progressing and after some scale practice on the barred instruments, when I could see those beaters definitely beginning to bounce, we started learning some of the instrumental parts.
We followed Jim's I hae laid a herrin in saut played on the whistle, singing the verse.and ended the morning, by reviving Everyone of us has a special gift.
Note: We'll continue with harmonies for Senjua next week.
