Who's Who
Sarah Petts
Upbeat! Pianist
Sarah is an incredible asset to our weekly Upbeat! rehearsals. She is a brilliant musician and a wonderful support to Carol.
Sarah is Head of Music at Woodbridge Prep School and is also flautist and caller with Stumpy Oak Ceilidh Band. When she is not performing with Upbeat! or Stumpy Oak, she spends time with her husband and two children .
Chris Shemmings
Drummer
Chris is the drummer for all the Christmas and summer concerts. We always know concerts are getting close when Chris turns up with his drum kit to rehearsals!
He also plays in local band, The Uptowns, and teaches drums when he has time. When he's not drumming or at work he can usually be found in his garden, on a pitch coaching kids football, spending time with his family, or in the pub!
Paul Whittingham
Guitarist
Info about Paul on its way!
Alan Davidson
Double Bass
Alan plays double bass for our concerts has been playing various stringed instruments for over 50 years, covering most musical genres in several bands.
Nowadays he concentrates on his ever-present companion 'Bessie' the double bass who is now over 100 years old!
He says " What other instrument can you give a big hug when she's been good?"
He has many a tale to tell about Bessie, and always brings a beautiful rich sound to our concerts and concert rehearsals.
Graham Seabrook
Offbeat! Pianist
Info about Graham coming soon!