So sorry I’ve not blogged for a few days but it’s been all go and I have so much to tell you all!
Yesterday I was down in Surry working with film maker Clive Ardagh. Last March I met Clive by chance when I was singing at The Chiltern Open Air Museum for Hednas and I asked him if he would make a show reel for me. So yesterday I recorded the introduction and worked on the edit. I always like my show reels to have plenty of cut away shots and I don’t really like them to play for anymore than 3 or 4 minutes. There is nothing worse than a boring You Tube video that drags on! I find it amazing the number of people who think long videos work. They don’t and if the video has been shot from one angle it doesn’t keep the concentration span and you inverably switch off or move onto something eles! So I hope you like my new show reel as I had real fun making it. I’m haveing it up loaded to You Tube in the next few weeks so I will keep you posted.
Today is VE Day and fate is such a funny thing. I should have been heading out to Jersey but the entertainment bussness can be such a roller coaster at times. Sadly my booking fell through so I found myself performing my “We’ll Meet Again” ATS show in Peterborough instead. I’m already booked to return for VJ Day this comming August with my American Swing show “Don’t Sit Under the Appletree” so it’s all go! Tomorrow I have a private Birthday Party and then you can see me in Wendover at The Aces High Art Gallery for their “Dambusters Weekend” taking place this Saturday and Sunday. It’s a chance to meet serviving Veterans of the legendary 617 Squadron and have art worked signed. So do come along if you can as entry is free. More info can be found by clicking onto their web-site www.aceshighgallery.co.uk
I’m also heading out to France the following weekend and you can catch me singing at the Utah Beach Museum on the 18th and 19th May all through the day. I’m staying in St Mere Eglise so it will be fun to do the American end for a change! It’s the first time I’ve driven abroad on my own and I must remember to drive on the right. I confess I’m a little scared but kind of excited as well as I’ve always had a sound engineer and driver with me before. I’m looking forward to the chanllenge and doing something like this on my own!So I’ll make sure I’ll take my camera.
Oh for all you shoe lovers out there you will be pleased to know I got my Russell and Bromley shoes back today and the repairs are perfect. How they were able to match the leather to my 40s ones I will never know although it would be rather nice to think the leather they used was from that line in the 40s. My black one’s look good too and I’m looking forward to taking them for a walk to check the squeek has gone.
We’ll that’s about it from me for tonight Thank-you for following and Toodle Pip!

So sorry I’ve not blogged for a few days but it’s been all go and I have so much to tell you all!
Yesterday I was down in Surry working with film maker Clive Ardagh. Last March I met Clive by chance when I was singing at The Chiltern Open Air Museum for Hednas and I asked him if he would make a show reel for me. So yesterday I recorded the introduction and worked on the edit. I always like my show reels to have plenty of cut away shots and I don’t really like them to play for anymore than 3 or 4 minutes. There is nothing worse than a boring You Tube video that drags on! I find it amazing the number of people who think long videos work. They don’t and if the video has been shot from one angle it doesn’t keep the concentration span and you inverably switch off or move onto something eles! So I hope you like my new show reel as I had real fun making it. I’m haveing it up loaded to You Tube in the next few weeks so I will keep you posted.
Today is VE Day and fate is such a funny thing. I should have been heading out to Jersey but the entertainment bussness can be such a roller coaster at times. Sadly my booking fell through so I found myself performing my “We’ll Meet Again” ATS show in Peterborough instead. I’m already booked to return for VJ Day this comming August with my American Swing show “Don’t Sit Under the Appletree” so it’s all go! Tomorrow I have a private Birthday Party and then you can see me in Wendover at The Aces High Art Gallery for their “Dambusters Weekend” taking place this Saturday and Sunday. It’s a chance to meet serviving Veterans of the legendary 617 Squadron and have art worked signed. So do come along if you can as entry is free. More info can be found by clicking onto their web-site www.aceshighgallery.co.uk
I’m also heading out to France the following weekend and you can catch me singing at the Utah Beach Museum on the 18th and 19th May all through the day. I’m staying in St Mere Eglise so it will be fun to do the American end for a change! It’s the first time I’ve driven abroad on my own and I must remember to drive on the right. I confess I’m a little scared but kind of excited as well as I’ve always had a sound engineer and driver with me before. I’m looking forward to the chanllenge and doing something like this on my own!So I’ll make sure I’ll take my camera.
Oh for all you shoe lovers out there you will be pleased to know I got my Russell and Bromley shoes back today and the repairs are perfect. How they were able to match the leather to my 40s ones I will never know although it would be rather nice to think the leather they used was from that line in the 40s. My black one’s look good too and I’m looking forward to taking them for a walk to check the squeek has gone.
We’ll that’s about it from me for tonight Thank-you for following and Toodle Pip!

It’s bank holiday and it’s been pritty non-stop! Last night I was performing in Baldock with the wonderful Paul Casper – George Formby and 60s act Al for “Roll Back the Years” and what a great night we had too. It was wonderful to see Paul again and meet his lovely girl friend Cheri from OZ. The last time I had the pleasure of working with Paul was a year ago when we played together at Bassingbourne so it was great to catch up!
I have to be honnest I’m not really a great fan of George Formby but when Paul does it I am! That’s the mark of a truly great entertainer wouldn’t you say! Last night I was the sandwich, and did my 1950s and 60s act in the middle. Then we all danced the night away to Al who closed the night with a wonderful 60s set. Oh What a Night! George Formby was dirty dancing with Cheri – I blew Georges whistle, Al played on and I ended up going home with James Dean! – Such Fun!
Now I come to think about it – how did I end up with James Dean and what am I going to do with him now I’ve got him? I’m sure something will surgest it’self although he does stands very tall!
A big thank-you to Tony and Marie who booked us all and to my friend Maud who came too so lets hope we can do it all again soon I had a really great time!

Today I have been out and about singing for a Tea Dance in Wendover. Next week I shall be singing for a Dambusters Weekend taking place at Aces High Art Gallery which is also in Wendover. It will be a chance to meet serviving Veterans from the legendary 617 Squadron and to have art work signed so do come along if you can as entry is free and it would be lovely to see you there.
Oh before I forget just to fill you in with the latist about my Russell and Bromley shoes I got a call and they have been able to fix both pairs. So no more squeek and they were able to repair my 1940s ones for which there was no charge. It just goes to show it pays to buy quality. I exspect the reason there was no charge for my 1940s ones was because they were thrilled to see them and to know that shoes that old are still being worn and greatly loved! Sadly I’m too busy to drive down to Chichester this month so I’m having them sent. It’s a shame as I do love Chichester and any excuse to visit but I’m really too busy this month to break away from work.
Well that’s about it from me for tonight tomorrow I’m playing in Great Missenden and then I’m in Surry on Tuesday before heading off to Peterbough for VE Day.
Thanks for following and Toodle Pip!  

It’s bank holiday and it’s been pritty non-stop! Last night I was performing in Baldock with the wonderful Paul Casper – George Formby and 60s act Al for “Roll Back the Years” and what a great night we had too. It was wonderful to see Paul again and meet his lovely girl friend Cheri from OZ. The last time I had the pleasure of working with Paul was a year ago when we played together at Bassingbourne so it was great to catch up!
I have to be honnest I’m not really a great fan of George Formby but when Paul does it I am! That’s the mark of a truly great entertainer wouldn’t you say! Last night I was the sandwich, and did my 1950s and 60s act in the middle. Then we all danced the night away to Al who closed the night with a wonderful 60s set. Oh What a Night! George Formby was dirty dancing with Cheri – I blew Georges whistle, Al played on and I ended up going home with James Dean! – Such Fun!
Now I come to think about it – how did I end up with James Dean and what am I going to do with him now I’ve got him? I’m sure something will surgest it’self although he does stands very tall!
A big thank-you to Tony and Marie who booked us all and to my friend Maud who came too so lets hope we can do it all again soon I had a really great time!

Today I have been out and about singing for a Tea Dance in Wendover. Next week I shall be singing for a Dambusters Weekend taking place at Aces High Art Gallery which is also in Wendover. It will be a chance to meet serviving Veterans from the legendary 617 Squadron and to have art work signed so do come along if you can as entry is free and it would be lovely to see you there.
Oh before I forget just to fill you in with the latist about my Russell and Bromley shoes I got a call and they have been able to fix both pairs. So no more squeek and they were able to repair my 1940s ones for which there was no charge. It just goes to show it pays to buy quality. I exspect the reason there was no charge for my 1940s ones was because they were thrilled to see them and to know that shoes that old are still being worn and greatly loved! Sadly I’m too busy to drive down to Chichester this month so I’m having them sent. It’s a shame as I do love Chichester and any excuse to visit but I’m really too busy this month to break away from work.
Well that’s about it from me for tonight tomorrow I’m playing in Great Missenden and then I’m in Surry on Tuesday before heading off to Peterbough for VE Day.
Thanks for following and Toodle Pip!  

 It’s just a very quick blog tonight as today I have been out and about singing the 1950s and 60s for Scope and tomorrow I’m taking part in the Baldock Music festival. Today I have been in the hair dresses getting ready for tomorrows show thanks to Angela my wonderful hair dresser. So tonight I shall be doing my usal trick of going to bed with a pair of knickers on my head – I can usaly make a hair up hair style by Angela last the week! That’s the wonderful thing about being single there’s no anoying man to mess up your hair!
I hope you can all make it along tomorrow as I’m doing my 1950s and 60s show at The Knights Templar School Hall, Park Street, Baldock, SG7 6DZ. Doors open from 7.30pm show at 8pm. Tickets £10 available on the door. Bring your own drinks and nibbles! Food is also available at the Beer fastival just across the way!
I shall be on stage with Paul Casper who many of you already know does a wonderful Gorge Formby act + a local chap called Al so look forward to seeing you!
Must dash thanks for following and Toodle Pip for Now!

Me with my hairdresser Angela

 It’s just a very quick blog tonight as today I have been out and about singing the 1950s and 60s for Scope and tomorrow I’m taking part in the Baldock Music festival. Today I have been in the hair dresses getting ready for tomorrows show thanks to Angela my wonderful hair dresser. So tonight I shall be doing my usal trick of going to bed with a pair of knickers on my head – I can usaly make a hair up hair style by Angela last the week! That’s the wonderful thing about being single there’s no anoying man to mess up your hair!
I hope you can all make it along tomorrow as I’m doing my 1950s and 60s show at The Knights Templar School Hall, Park Street, Baldock, SG7 6DZ. Doors open from 7.30pm show at 8pm. Tickets £10 available on the door. Bring your own drinks and nibbles! Food is also available at the Beer fastival just across the way!
I shall be on stage with Paul Casper who many of you already know does a wonderful Gorge Formby act + a local chap called Al so look forward to seeing you!
Must dash thanks for following and Toodle Pip for Now!

Me with my hairdresser Angela

Today I have been performing at a Synagogue for the Edgeware and
Harrow  Day Care Centre. You can’t really go wrong when it comes to my “Hooray for Hollywood” show. There is something wonderful about movie show tunes of the 30s, 40s and 50s and needless to say my audiance loved every song I sung. I really enjoyed myself but then I just love singing that sort of music!
Afterwards I took a little time out to visit my favourite antique shop in Berkhamsted “Home and Colonial”. I wanted to have a look at some of their vintage fashion again and they do have some lovely dresses in stock at the mo although nothing that is going to work for me at the present. It’s funny but when I’m looking at fashion I can quite forget that my feet are hurting even though I’m wearing 3 inc heels and it wasn’t until I was walking back to Connie that I even noticed. Not that a lady should ever admit to it – so I shan’t!
Now I have a bit of a confession to make. I popped into Leighton Buzzard on the way home to do the bank and pick up my dry cleaning and there happened to be a sale on at Anns Bridal Room. I’ve bought some wonderful evening dresses from her in the past and well I was a bit naughty and treated myself to two new dresses. I know I shouldn’t have. But with this photo shoot comming up I know they will look fantastic and the photos will work wonderfully with my new media pages I’m designing. One is a pale blue duchess satin full lengh evening gown and the other is a very pritty floral tea dress.  I’m such a naughty girl but I do adour beautiful dresses and fashion! Swish swish!
Don’t forget you can see me this Saturday performing at The Knights Templar School Hall, Park Street, Baldock. Tickets £10 each and available on the door. I shall be singing the music of the 1950s and 60s. See you there and Toodle Pip for Now!

Today I have been performing at a Synagogue for the Edgeware and
Harrow  Day Care Centre. You can’t really go wrong when it comes to my “Hooray for Hollywood” show. There is something wonderful about movie show tunes of the 30s, 40s and 50s and needless to say my audiance loved every song I sung. I really enjoyed myself but then I just love singing that sort of music!
Afterwards I took a little time out to visit my favourite antique shop in Berkhamsted “Home and Colonial”. I wanted to have a look at some of their vintage fashion again and they do have some lovely dresses in stock at the mo although nothing that is going to work for me at the present. It’s funny but when I’m looking at fashion I can quite forget that my feet are hurting even though I’m wearing 3 inc heels and it wasn’t until I was walking back to Connie that I even noticed. Not that a lady should ever admit to it – so I shan’t!
Now I have a bit of a confession to make. I popped into Leighton Buzzard on the way home to do the bank and pick up my dry cleaning and there happened to be a sale on at Anns Bridal Room. I’ve bought some wonderful evening dresses from her in the past and well I was a bit naughty and treated myself to two new dresses. I know I shouldn’t have. But with this photo shoot comming up I know they will look fantastic and the photos will work wonderfully with my new media pages I’m designing. One is a pale blue duchess satin full lengh evening gown and the other is a very pritty floral tea dress.  I’m such a naughty girl but I do adour beautiful dresses and fashion! Swish swish!
Don’t forget you can see me this Saturday performing at The Knights Templar School Hall, Park Street, Baldock. Tickets £10 each and available on the door. I shall be singing the music of the 1950s and 60s. See you there and Toodle Pip for Now!