Colchester Unite Against Racism
Folk Sing-Around
A really enjoyable and lovely evening of singing folk & other music together, building friendships & solidarity through song. Individuals lead songs and we all join in. The Commons is an intimate venue where you'll feel at home and ready to throw yourself into the sing-around. This is a collaboration between Colchester Unite Against Racism, North Essex Transformed & East Anglian Folklore Centre.
Colchester Unite Against Racism, North Essex Transformed, and the East Anglian Folklore Centre join forces to celebrate May Day, a long held festival which has marked the beginning of summer since ancient times and in more recent years also become known as International Worker’s Day.
Join us as we gather in The Commons Cafe to sing folk songs which celebrate solidarity between workers from all parts of the world.
The evening will raise funds to support the vital work of CUAR and NET. Tickets are £5, or £10 solidarity ticket with an additional donation. If the ticket price will be a struggle please get in touch.
A range of drinks will be available throughout the night from The Commons Cafe.
Never been to a Singaround before?
Find out what to expect:
What is a Singaround?
A Singaround is an event where folks get together to sing! Usually one person will lead a song and those who know it will join in particularly during choruses. Often the songs are from the "folk tradition", but we welcome any songs people may want to share.
Do I have to sing? No! No one will be obliged to sing but we will make sure that everyone who wants to is given the space to.You also don't need to be a "good" singer to join in or even lead a song. You are still welcome to join even if you don't want to sing and just enjoy the uplifting atmosphere and refreshments from The Commons.
What if I don't know any folk songs?
There will be a song book with popular Singaround folk songs for those who don't know the songs or might want a reminder of some classics. You will also likely find you will pick up the chorus or hook of a song after hearing it once or twice and be able to join in. We also aren't strict on what a folk song is or isn't! You are welcome to share any song you think people may enjoy singing together. If you’re singing an original song or one most people may not be familiar with we would encourage you to perhaps share the chorus with everyone first so they can join in. Please be conscious of remaining inclusive to everyone and avoid songs with offensive language.
Do I have to stay the whole time?
We hope you can! But if you need to leave early or come late that's not a problem. If you come late it might be good to check the song you want to sing hasn't already been done.