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Big Hymn Sing

Henley Reporter

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10:30AM, Monday 22 April 2024

THE third Big Hymn Sing will be held at All Saints’ Church in Dunsden on Sunday, May 26.

The evening event, which last took place in 2022, will comprise group singing and poetry recitals.

It will be hosted by composer and broadcaster Adrian Vernon Fish while organist Sean O’Connell will accompanying the hymns.

Mr Vernon said: “It is a known medical fact that singing releases endorphins which help to give the singer a feeling of heightened wellbeing.

“Enjoy a chance to boost your endorphin levels on Trinity Sunday.”

The closing date for poetry reading submissions is May 12. To read a poem of your choice, visit www.adrian
vernonfish.com/contact

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