Latest News | 8 December 2020
Sinfonia's carers' choirs release song to boost campaign
Two Derbyshire carers’ choirs set up by Sinfonia Viva have released an uplifting song that reflects experiences and feelings during lockdown.
The song, called United in Song (Music Brings Us Joy), has been written by the Sing Viva choir members and Viva composer James Redwood.
They performed and videoed it at home and have been accompanied by a Viva ensemble.
It is now available online here, as part of Sinfonia Viva’s fundraising campaign to ensure the future of Sing Viva.
The lockdown anthem’s lyrics highlight how important group singing sessions have been during lockdown when vulnerable family members had to shield to protect them from Covid-19.
Prior to lockdown, the Sing Viva choirs met monthly at venues in Derby and Chesterfield – bringing together people who care for relatives and friends and, since March, they have met up weekly via Zoom.
Sinfonia Viva is currently running an appeal to ensure the long-term future of Sing Viva.
Thanks to a benefactor, donations up to £1,800 will be matched pound for pound and the orchestra is aiming to raise £3,600 by New Year’s Day.
Supporters of Sinfonia Viva’s fundraising campaign include the orchestra’s patrons – the Kanneh-Mason family – some of whom have recently featured in high-profile performances, including the BBC Children in Need official song and on television’s Strictly Come Dancing.
The family said: “As patrons of Sinfonia Viva, we are delighted to support their match funding campaign to keep the Sing Viva Carers Choirs singing.
“During these challenging times, there is more pressure than ever on carers within our community.
“Taking time out each week to do something that makes us happy is so important for health and wellbeing. As a family that enjoys playing music together, this is something close to our hearts.
“Every pound pledged to the Sing Viva campaign will be doubled so let’s keep the virtual choirs singing in the hope that, one day, they will soon be able to sing again in person.”
To support the appeal please click here.
