Preston Scratch Band - UCLAN - Media Factory - 11am - 1pm - 20/10/18

Preston Scratch Band - UCLAN - Media Factory - 11am - 1pm - 20/10/18

Oct, 16 2018


~I often see musicians in Preston city centre busking and generally having a good time. But the underlying thought still remains, ‘Are they happy performing alone? Is there a sense of loneliness and solitude attached to their performance?

When I walk past the Salvation Army Band at Christmas time there is a different sense of performance. The group look united, able to smile, share a laugh and enjoy each others company.

On the first and third Saturday of each month you could be like the Salvation Army and be part of a collective ensemble that likes to play music more for the fun not solely for financial rewards. 

The Preston Scratch Band is meeting this Saturday morning ( October 20th ) for a two hour duration ( 11am - 1pm). They will meet at UCLAN’S Media Factory Room 226. Please note:- you don’t need to book though you may wish to make a donation of up to £5.

Members are encouraged  to bring their own instrument and join in playing popular songs. These range from the following :-

  • Mad World
  • Sunny Afternoon
  • Walk of Life
  • Hi Ho Silver Lining

Books will be provided with a full list of lyrics, melodies and chords.  Members range from experienced musicians to complete beginners. There are currently ten musicians using voice, guitar, ukulele, violin, keyboard, bass and percussion.

The only difference between this group and The Salvation Army is that they don’t perform in public, neither do they do any rehearsing for other future live pub circuit performances. They simply play during the session and welcome all levels of ability with the added interest for those who can sing.

This event is supported by UCLAN’S Something for Everyone project. An initiative that seeks to include members of the public into life enriching activities here at the University of Central Lancashire.

Don’t be solitude singer be a merry making musician and join in the fun this weekend:-

  • Preston Scratch Band
  • Sat, October 20, 11am – 1pm
  • UCLAN, Room 226, Media Factory, Preston Campus, PR1 2HE

^Alex Ashworth.