One Voice – songs of summer, solidarity and connection
With FAR CRY ACAPELLA and SONG GEET Asian Women’s Choir (who sang at King Charles’ coronation)
Sunday 13th July 4pm (doors open 3.30pm)
IN AID OF CURE PARKINSON’S
North of England Centre for Music & the Arts, Standedge Visitors Centre, Marsden,
Huddersfield HD7 6NQ
Join Far Cry Acapella and Song Geet Asian Women’s Choir for an inspiring afternoon of music in the cultural setting of the North of England Centre for Music & the Arts at Tunnel End, Marsden on Sunday 13th July at 4pm.
Far Cry is a Huddersfield-based mixed acapella group singing songs from a range of different cultures – all taught by ear and led by Musical Director Jenny Goodman. The end result is a unique mix of great singing with stunning, unusual harmonies and impressive versatility. Far Cry will be singing their usual eclectic mixture of songs – from folk songs and classic pop to laments from the Pacific Islands and rousing Luddite anthems – all in glorious harmony.
Musical Director, Jenny Goodman, said:
“We’re delighted and honoured to be joined this year by Song Geet. Building understanding and connection between different communities and cultures through song is at the heart of Far Cry – as well as the pure joy of singing!
“Learning and sharing our songs has been the best experience – nothing beats singing in harmony together. We hope this unique combination will also be a joy to our audience.”
Song Geet is Yorkshire’s first South Asian women’s choir, celebrating cultural heritage through song and community – from Bollywood classics to traditional folk songs. They became a household name, overnight, after being invited to sing at King Charles III’s coronation.
Madiha Ansari Khan, one of the founders of Song Geet, said:
“Song Geet celebrates South Asian women’s voices through music rooted in culture, strength, and solidarity. Singing with Far Cry is a powerful act of unity, and we’re proud to support Parkinson’s awareness with songs that bring hope, healing, and connection.”
The event is a fund-raiser in aid of Cure Parkinson’s and there will be more information about Parkinson’s Disease on the day.
Tickets are £10 (standard), £16 (if you’re happy to pay more) or £6 (if you need to pay less.) There will be tea, coffee and a range of home-made cakes available on the day.
There will also be a raffle with a range of prizes donated by businesses throughout the Colne Valley – all proceeds to Cure Parkinson’s.
Please note parking at Standedge is very limited. You are advised to park at Marsden Station car park and walk down the canal (10 mins) or take the water taxi or come on public transport. Accessible parking is bookable via the ticket link for those who need it. To book a ticket go to https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/necma and scroll down to 13th July.
