Symphony

New members welcome. We are a 4 part choir with a life-affirming, humanist focus. We're a friendly bunch, and the singers in your section will help you get started and feel welcome. New members will be able to borrow printed music. We do perform both formally and informally, and our varied repertoire supports this. For regular attendees, please print out your music, which is available in the [members section of our site](https://london.humanistchoir.org/groups/library/buddydrive/). If you need access, contact Laurence. ([[email protected]](mailto:[email protected])). For more information see the [Join Us](https://london.humanistchoir.org/join/) page , or listen to the choir on our [YouTube channel](https://www.youtube.com/@LondonHumanistChoir). We always allow potential members to try us out for a couple of weeks. We do not hold auditions. By all means message with any queries. **Term Dates (6 a year) SPRING/SUMMER 2026** * THIS TERM - Tuesdays 24 February to 24 March inclusive * EASTER BREAK * NEXT TERM - Tuesday 14 April until 19 May * TERM AFTER THAT - 2 June to date to be determined Current repertoire: Yesterday (Beatles) Gold (from Once) Think About Things Obladi Oblada (Beatles) Too Sweet When the Earth Stands Still more to come

Hi, let's discuss Grey's Anatomy in general, as well as the latest episodes from **Season 22** including season 22 episode 11. https://www.imdb.com/title/tt0413573/episodes/?season=22 https://en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Grey%27s_Anatomy_season_22#Episodes It's a casual meetup **in person**, so we'll also take the opportunity to get to know each other. See you there!

Yijia is a singer-songwriter from China interested in exploring her cultural identity and diverse traditions through music-making. Yijia attended 'Sing My Song’ at the age of 16 and launched her music career as a singer-songwriter in China after winning the 16th CMA (Chinese Music Awards) for ‘Media’s Choice Album’ and the nomination for ‘Best New Chinese Female Artist’ for the Chinese Media Music Awards. After coming to the UK, Yijia has established a career in traditional Chinese folk singing and Guzheng playing, having performed at WOMAD festival, Victorious Festival, BBC Radio 3, Asia House’s ‘One Voice’ documentary series and Sofar Sounds London. Yijia is endorsed by Arts Council UK as a Global Talent and holds a degree in Music from the University of Oxford and SOAS (University of London). [Listen here](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=3kkMPD744dY&t=235s) for Yijia speaking about her multigenerational musical journey and performing her recently released composition, Yi the Sun. Get your tickets from the [St Ethelburga's website](https://events.stethelburgas.org/events/stethelburgascentreforreconcilliationandpeace/1974373).

In the bizarre world of Franz Kafka, salesmen turn into giant bugs, apes give lectures at college academies, and nightmares probe the mysteries of modern humanity’s unhappiness. More than any other modern writer in world literature, Kafka captures the loneliness and misery that fill the lives of 20th-century humanity. The Metamorphosis and Other Stories reveals the author’s extraordinary talent in a variety of forms—prose poems, short stories, sketches, allegories, and novelettes—and showcases the straight–faced humour, startling psychological insight, and haunting imagination for which he is revered as a modern master. We will be reading the Penguin edition of Metamorphosis and Other Stories which contains the following stories: Contemplation (1913) Children on the Road Unmasking a Confidence Trickster The Sudden Walk Resolutions The Excursion into the Mountains The Plight of the Bachelor The Businessman Looking out Distractedly The Way Home The Men Running Past The Passenger Dresses The Rejection For the Consideration of Amateur Jockeys The Window on to the Street Desire to be a Red Indian The Trees Being Unhappy The Judgement: A Story for F. (1913) The Stoker: A Fragment (1913) Metamorphosis (1913) In the Penal Colony (1919) A Country Doctor: Short Prose for my Father (1920) The New Advocate A Country Doctor In the Gallery An Old Journal Before the Law Jackals and Arabs A Visit to the Mine The Neighbouring Village A Message from the Emperor The Worries of a Head of Household Eleven Sons A Fratricide A Dream A Report to an Academy A Hunger-Artist: Four Stories (1924) First Sorrow A Little Woman A Hunger-Artist Josefine, the Singer, or The Mouse People Appendix Aeroplanes in Brescia (1909) Great Noise (1912) The Coal-Scuttle Rider (1921) Available from all good libraries and book shops. You don't have to have read it to join us - but it'll probably help. We will be meeting in The Ludski Bar in the Rio Cinema. [https://www.riocinema.org.uk/your-visit/](https://www.riocinema.org.uk/your-visit/) You are welcome to bring outside food in with you but please buy your drinks from inside the cinema. Thank you. We hope to see you there. ... To join the Brain Worms WhatsApp Group please click here: [https://chat.whatsapp.com/EvFibn1d6AsEwdVGmwkhko](https://chat.whatsapp.com/EvFibn1d6AsEwdVGmwkhko) (in order to stop spam bots this will take you to a Waiting Room. Once in please write your name and we will join you to the main chat). Meetup charges subscription fees. If you would like to make a donation please click here: [https://paypal.me/philosophycollective](https://paypal.me/philosophycollective)

**JOIN OUR FRIENDLY & WELCOMING WEEKLY TUESDAY EVENING TANGO CLASSES!** **Still haven't tried tango? Start Tango today:** Our tango group classes follow a carefully structured curriculum to quickly give you the skills and confidence to express yourself on the dancefloor. We not only teach tango steps, but also tango music, culture and etiquette. To become a well-rounded dancer, don’t miss out on our regular classes and themed workshops in London. **Already an experienced dancer?** Join the 8pm class to enhance your technique, learn exciting steps and the secrets behind to know how to lead and follow them, and have fun making friends. Practica after the lessons. **COSTS: PAY BY CASH AT THE TILL** \- Beginner class: normally £15 but RSVP with Meetup and we offer you £10 for your first lesson :\-\)\. \- Improver class at 8pm: £20 and practica afterwards is FREE\! **YOU CAN ALSO ENJOY HEAVILY DISCOUNTED SUBSCRIPTIONS, please enquire.** At: Unity, 277A Upper street N12TZ, in Angel, London Details and packages: [https://tanguito.co.uk/tuesday/](https://tanguito.co.uk/tuesday/)

I’ll be speaking this March at Olympia London as part of a large-scale business expo bringing together founders, leaders, and growth-focused entrepreneurs. My session will focus on coherence as a competitive advantage. Inconsistent energy creates inconsistent results. Coherent leadership builds trust, alignment, and scalable growth. We’ll explore: – How internal alignment impacts revenue and positioning – Why boundaries increase performance – How to expand without fragmentation If you’re building something serious and sustainable, this is a room worth being in. I’ve been given a limited allocation of discounted tickets for my network: • 10 Standard Visitor Tickets – 99% off Code: **BRSJOY99** • 10 VIP Delegate Tickets – 50% off Code: **BRSJOY50** [Secure your spot using the official registration link HERE.](https://BRSDelegateticket03March.eventbrite.co.uk/?aff=CristinaJoy) Let’s raise the standard of how we build.

This coming week we'll be exploring the work of **Cândido Portinari** was one of Brazil’s most influential modernist painters, known for portraying the dignity, struggle, and identity of the Brazilian people. Come and learn with us in an informal and friendly environment. All welcome! *If you come after 6.45 ring the door bell.*

[Follow 👉this link👈 to get your ticket before RSVP](https://www.eventbrite.co.uk/e/afternoon-concert-london-central-fellowship-band-of-the-salvation-army-tickets-1981569950063) Join us for social at the address above before heading to the concert. Programme to include: Emil Soderstrom - March of Hours Kenneth Downie - Trumpet Call Wilfred Heaton - Victory for me Erik Leidzen - Sweet Hour of Prayer William Himes - Celebration of Contemporary Gospel Songs Ray Steadman-Allen - Fantasy for Piano and Band William Himes - Blessed Assurance Terry Camsey - Sing a Happy Song Eric Ball - Songs in Exile Leslie Condon - The Call of the Righteous #See comments below for updates#

Gentle people, You are cordially invited to a relaxed and dreamy evening serenaded by the finest guitarists of Guildhall School. There aren't many guitar recitals in town these days, and this is quite a rare event. It's **free** and **no booking is required ([more info here](https://www.gsmd.ac.uk/whats-on/guildhall-guitars-march2026))**. The repertoire is not set, but expect music by Italian, Spanish, and Latin American composers such as Mauro Giuliani, Fernando Sor, Francisco Tárrega, Isaac Albéniz, and Agustín Barrios. I suspect there might be some jazz and fusion pieces as well. To set you in the right mood, this is what you can expect: [YouTube Video](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=DaIBmrBuxl8) **Agenda** \-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\-\- **6pm**: (Optional) We will meet at the venue, for chat and gift of Dionysus, coffee, or soft drinks. **7pm**: We attend the performance **9pm**: Depending on the number of attendees and appetite for socialisation, we might head to a nearby pub afterwards.

**Join us for this rare photographic workshop to capture The Shard and the full moon together!** **Clear skies are forecasted for tonight!** *Been to this event previously? DM me for a discounted price.* We'll provide expert knowledge and practical help to get correctly exposed images, plus how you can edit them afterwards. Plus, we'll be lucky enough to have **multiple attempts** at getting the shot! (if we're quick, that is) 𝐈𝐧 𝐭𝐡𝐢𝐬 𝐰𝐨𝐫𝐤𝐬𝐡𝐨𝐩 𝐲𝐨𝐮❜𝐥𝐥 𝐥𝐞𝐚𝐫𝐧: • Settings and technique • How to process your photos in standard software (eg Lightroom) • Advanced software options to increase image quality • Hands-on experience with super telephoto photography 𝐘𝐨𝐮❜𝐥𝐥 𝐧𝐞𝐞𝐝: 1. **A minimum focal length of 300mm, but preferably 500mm (full frame equivalent). If you are full frame with a 200-500mm, 150-600mm, or have a cropped-sensor camera with 300mm+, those are ideal.** 2. A tripod (preferably sturdy) 3. A wired/remote trigger (preferred) to minimise camera shake or be able to set a 5-10 second shutter delay on your camera. 4. To be able to turn off autofocus on your camera/lens. Regarding focal length. The above shot was at 700mm, but not cropped in at all. If your camera has \~20MP or greater, you should be able to crop in with \~300mm to get a similar shot. I'll have some equipment to share to help those who need it. Please ask if required before booking. 𝐎𝐮𝐫 𝐚𝐯𝐚𝐢𝐥𝐚𝐛𝐥𝐞 𝐞𝐪𝐮𝐢𝐩𝐦𝐞𝐧𝐭: (please request when booking) 1 x Nikon 1.4x teleconverter (F mount) 1 x Nikon 2.0x teleconverter (F mount) 1 x Canon 1.4 teleconverter (EF mount) 1 x Canon 100-400mm lens (EF mount) Note: Teleconverters do not work with all lenses. Please check Google beforehand to avoid disappointment. 𝐖𝐞𝐚𝐭𝐡𝐞𝐫: Clear skies can be difficult to predict, but this workshop date is not subject to change. The workshop will be confirmed as going ahead on the morning of the event. Our criteria will be <30-40% cloud cover as forecasted by the Clear Outside app for our location. Should the weather change at the last minute and any participants are unable to take shots, they will be able to attend a future Let's Shoot the Moon! (non-Shard) workshop for free to obtain moon images. 𝐋𝐨𝐜𝐚𝐭𝐢𝐨𝐧: Central London location. Full details will be provided a few days before the event. Note: This event is combined with 3 other photography Meetup groups that I run, so I'll update RSVP numbers accordingly (ie myself +3 will mean 3 members from other groups attending). We look forward to seeing you there! Dion [UK Photo Tours](https://www.uk-photo-tours.com)

Join this fun challenge to shoot in the style of famous photographers such as Moriyama, Cartier Bresson, Erwitt and others. This challenge is designed to stretch and encourage you to shoot a new and different type of photography. We'll start with a brief and set you into teams, look at your first challenge, then we'll go out shooting until we've worked through all the challenges. We will set the teams once everyone arrives and that way you'll have the courage (if you need it!) shooting street photography. We will stop for a coffee and review some of the images of the day. WHAT YOU WILL LEARN: * The work of famous street photographers * Composition - layering / rules / what to look for * Candid or posed and how to approach people **PAYMENT OPTIONS** * **PayPal via RSVP** * The Meetup transaction fee will be added. and you'll automatically be added to attend * **Send £25 via PayPal** to \*\*[[email protected]**](http://[email protected]%2A%2A/) with no extra fee. * Send us a text or comment below and we will add you to the event attendee list. EQUIPMENT: * Any camera * A standard 18-55, 24-70 etc kit lens will do or a 70-200 for candid OTHER ESSENTIALS * A fun and experimental attitude! TRAVEL * As usual check TFL website for any issues that may delay your journey CONTACT * Alex 07956 264049 VENICE PHOTOGRAPHY WEEKEND - Oct 2026 [https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/313109100/](https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/313109100/) UPCOMING EVENTS [https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/calendar](https://www.meetup.com/londonphotographic/events/calendar)

All you wanna do (is join our next table-read)! Welcome to the show, to the historemix! Our third table-read after Hamilton and High School Musical - come join us for a sing-a-long read through of SIX the musical! Unfortunately, like the Ex-wives, we're divorcing from the Meetup platform but we'll be continuing the party on Whatsapp so join us on this group here: https://chat.whatsapp.com/I5l4odh27LHGgfWqVLIsJF?mode=gi_t to stay tuned and keep the music playing. SEE YOU THERE👑

**FREE FOR MEMBERS OR SIGN UP WHEN YOU ARRIVE** Hello music enthusiast, We're excited to invite you to our Songwriting Class held right here in the heart of musical Camden every Saturday at 2 p.m! Whether you're a budding songwriter or just looking to explore your creative side, this class is designed **for people under 30s and all skill levels.** Come be a part of our community!!! No matter your background or experience, all are welcome. Let's turn your musical ideas into real songs! If you want to know more information, text or call Thomas: 07310801741

We continue our regular **monthly photography meet-up** sessions for artists and photographers in South London at the **Phoenix Community Center** in **Crystal Palace**. These group sessions are suitable for beginners, emerging talent and intermediate practitioners who wish to expand their photography or lens-based practice. The sessions are led and guided, yet invite self-determination and participation, with a vision for the group to develop its own goals, both personal as well as a group ambition. Meetings take place usually once per month, on Wednesday evenings 7pm-9pm. Sessions can be booked individually, the fee is 25£ per session. You are eligible for a reduced fee of £20 for a taster session if you join us for the first time. You can join at any point. Please email to [email protected] for info and booking details. You can also see the full programme and book via Tixtree https://www.tixtree.com/o/creative-arts-mentoring-c437f42c8d9b Instagram @palaceparkphoto

**\*You will need to purchase a ticket in order to attend this event - click** [HERE](https://www.barbican.org.uk/whats-on/2026/event/songs-of-transcendence-histories-of-becoming) **to book or see below\*** Join us at Milton Hall Concert Hall in the Barbican as the LGBTQ+ Fourth Choir celebrates notable trans figures, past and present, with a programme of historical and contemporary a cappella music, showcasing a number of works by trans composers & others. The Fourth Choir is London's LGBTQ + chamber choir for advanced singers. They focus on performing great choral works from early music to contemporary choral masterpieces. The choir was formed in September 2013, and their aim from the outset has been to represent the LGBT + community on London's world-class classical music scene. You can check out their website here:- [https://www.thefourthchoir.com](https://www.thefourthchoir.com) **PROGRAMME** * Clemens non papa *Ego Flos Campi* * Bussewitz-Quarm *Nigra sum* * Ravel *Trois Beaux Oiseaux du Paradis* * Janequin *Le Chant De Oiseaux* * Tara Mack *The Risk of Birth* * eden ahbez (arr. Adenroth) *Nature Boy* INTERVAL * Mari Isabel Valverde *Darest O Soul* * James Oppenheim (arr. Rebecca Dale) *Bread and Roses* * Jake Runestad *Let Our Love Be Heard* * Jamie Moffat *The Hour and The Clime* * Courage Barda *Give orange me* * Pax Ressler *Hope is a Thing with Feathers* * Joanna Forbes L’Estrange *How Do You Keep the Music Playing* * Mia Makaroff *Butterfly* The Fourth Choir Jamie Powe - Conductor **TICKETS** Tickets for this concert can be booked here:- [https://www.barbican.org.uk/whats-on/2026/event/songs-of-transcendence-histories-of-becoming](https://www.barbican.org.uk/whats-on/2026/event/songs-of-transcendence-histories-of-becoming) Tickets cost £15-£28 with good availability at the time of writing. I'm sat in the Circle, seat A13 if anyone wants to sit nearby. **SOCIAL** After the concert we'll look at heading off for a drink or two (venue TBC).

Join us for a second time for an evening of Jazz standards with Duncan Fairweather (Piano), Dave Olney (Acoustic Bass) and Myke Clifford (Sax/Flute/Vocals). Book your FREE tickets here: https://www.ticketsource.co.uk/booking/t-vxvqldk

**Zenbu Kimi no Sei da at Fiddlers Elbow Camden, with support from the awesome Re:O** Immerse yourself in the world of Zenbu Kimi no Sei da, one of Japan's most uncompromising alternative idol acts. Support comes from the awesome Re:O. This event **requires and advance ticket** available from here: https://www.skiddle.com/e/41988623 Immerse yourself in the world of ぜんぶ君のせいだ (Zenbu Kimi no Sei da); one of Japan's most uncompromising alternative idol acts that have been bringing a breath of fresh air to the scene since their founding in 2015. Blurring the boundaries between idol culture, pop and metal with its sick-sweet ("yami-kawaii") aesthetic. Since their beginnings, Zenbu have Kimi no Sei there. with powerful live performances and a clear vision: feelings such as despair and fear are channeled and carried to the outside, in contrast to the typical sweet idol aesthetic. Formed in Tokyo, the group carve out a sound that blends black metal, hardcore, shoegaze, and noise with emotionally raw vocals and stark, confrontational visuals. Their live shows are intense, cathartic experiences-equal parts ritual and riot-earning them a devoted following among both alternative idol fans and metalheads. Unapologetically dark and fiercely expressive, ぜんぶきみのせいだ reject polished pop in favour of chaos, atmosphere, and feeling. For fans of extreme music, outsider art, and idols that push every boundary, this is a band that hits hard and leaves a mark: https://kiminosei.com/ https://x.com/zenbukiminosei?t=4aYHllyBKcE4ubtldc7zFA&s=09 https://youtu.be/jKxS2xnKjcw?si=eMgXKjQc8JCZ68CT https://youtu.be/547KaphpW24?si=_U9B8Ahy3DyEE55s https://youtu.be/5_R0I9A7CvQ?si=0RU-n8DGb6jQdnN5 **Re:O** Re:O delved into the underworld by infusing Dark techno and J-pop tones with high-energy, blood-pumping Alternative Metal and rock. Helmed in 2020 by singer, songwriter, producer and multi-instrumentalist Rio Suyama who grew up in Saitama, Japan, Re:O began with “Sorrow’s Silhouette (嘆きのシルエット)” and “GUILD” that was featured on BBC Radio 1 Alternative Future Show as her solo project after she experimented atmospheric Dream Pop, blending with DIY spirit Indie Pop under the name RIØ. Three years later, the project evolved with James Wright (bass), James 'J' Stevens (drums) joining Re:O in 2023 and Alex Carli (guitar) joining in 2025. After she relocated to Maidenhead, UK to pursue a heavier futuristic sound with hypnotic and exquisite vocals spoken in Japanese and English by drawing on their backgrounds, different music tastes and cultural roots. In 2024, they released their first single “Ronin” as a band that reached over 13,000 plays on Spotify alone and became a staple in Re:O's new direction. Ronin was critically acclaimed by webzines, blogs and fans. Along with Ronin, Re:O returned to live shows in August 2024 with a sold out show at The Spice of Life, Soho. “The Haunted” released in November 2024 and “Violets” in April 2025 were both featured on BBC Introducing Oxfordshire & Berkshire followed by “Ronin”. In August 2025, “Crimson Desire” became a standout track, featuring on over 30 music magazines and radio stations internationally including BBC Introducing Oxfordshire & Berkshire. While building a strong emotional bonds with fans by Re:O’s iconic heart touching songs, the band’s enthralling energetic live performance is their lifeblood. Re:O breaks down cultural and musical barriers between Japan and the West as they continue to forge their musical path in the global music scene. Re:O returned to live shows with a captivating, high energy and described by fans as mesmerising performances. https://linktr.ee/reo_o