Musician Sherri Jackson is hosting a new weekly shindig in Creemore for anyone interested in music.
The shindigs are meant to be an informal fun gathering of people who love to sing, play instruments or listen without the pressure of performing. Participants are invited to bring their voices, gitfiddles (anything with a string) or your hand drums.
“We take music way too seriously, thinking only those who are ‘gifted’ are worthy of sharing it,” says Jackson. “Music is for everybody. Music is supposed to be fun, and a way for people to get together and raise their spirits.”
Jackson is planning to play simple songs from the songbook of great folk, rock, country, and pop. The lyrics and chords will be projected on a screen so everyone can follow along easily.
She said people of all levels of talent are invited to attend and participate in any capacity, or just observe. Even people who are learning an instrument are encouraged to come out.
The shindigs are planned for eight Mondays, beginning April 17 (except Victoria Day on May 22) from 7 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. at Station on the Green. The cost is $20 per adult, $10 per teen/ child (Anyone under 15 needs to be accompanied by an adult.)
Note: No instruments will be provided.
Register by emailing sherrijacksonmusic@gmail.com. RSVP by 3 p.m. the day of.
Trina Berlo photo: Sherri Jackson performs with her band at Creemore Village Green last summer.