Every now and then, something unexpected happens that really brightens your week — and recently, one of those moments came courtesy of my work colleague, Leo. After my music was featured in our company newsletter, Leo came over to tell me how much he enjoyed reading about it. We got chatting about music, and it […]
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Hello friends! This year, I’m putting together a Christmas Carol Livestream — a cozy, festive event full of music, stories, and community spirit. And here’s the best part: I’d love for YOU to be part of it! Whether you sing, play an instrument, recite poetry, or simply love sharing stories, there’s a place for
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I’m really proud to share that I recently had the chance to feature in our company magazine at RTS Textiles. Although I can’t share the full article publicly since it’s an internal publication, I still wanted to take a moment here on my blog to reflect and say thank you. The piece touched on my
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Today was one of those days that remind me just how special music and friendship can be. The morning started with Tony Hughes giving me a tour of his brand-new Wersi Sonic OAX 800 organ. He’d already spent some time getting to know the instrument and had created a few registrations to show off its
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I just wanted to say a huge thank you to everyone who joined in the livestream last night — what a fantastic evening it was! It really means so much to have you all tune in, and your support makes every note worthwhile. Special thanks for the brilliant song requests, especially The Birdie Song and
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As I sit and reflect on my journey in music, I can’t help but feel a deep sense of appreciation for a very special group of people — my fellow members of the Stockport Organ & Keyboard Club. I’ve now been a member for almost six years, and what a journey it’s been. Over that
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Today was one of those days that reminded me why I love what I do. A good friend of mine reached out, feeling a little overwhelmed about setting up OBS (Open Broadcaster Software) for their livestreams. They’d been wanting to get into streaming but weren’t sure where to start, and that’s where I came in.
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Sunday is usually a day for me to relax, but yesterday was anything but quiet. Around 1 PM, I heard the sound of sirens rushing past my house. At first, I didn’t think much of it—emergency vehicles passing by aren’t uncommon. But then came the unmistakable sound of a helicopter, loud and powerful, descending onto
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This morning, I had the wonderful privilege of attending the Coffee Morning at the Theatre Organ Heritage Centre, where I had the chance to listen to the incredible sounds of both the Wurlitzer and Compton organs, masterfully played by the talented Charles Brown. It’s one of those experiences that never quite gets old, and every
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For the past few years, I’ve had the privilege of working with the Lancastrian Theatre Organ Trust (LTOT)—an organization dedicated to preserving and promoting the magic of theatre organs. As a designer and developer, I’ve helped shape their online presence, ensuring that their rich history and ongoing work are accessible to enthusiasts worldwide. Designing the
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