About Us

Hello! I’m Lou and I joined the Steering Group in October 2018. I am the first person that people tend to see when they arrive on a Monday evening as they hand in their subs, so I like to be as smiley and welcoming as possible!

I moved to Shepshed in 2006 having grown up in London, and my whole life is now based here. My 2 children attend Newcroft Primary Academy and are involved in various Shepshed youth groups. I help to run a Brownie pack and also lead Children’s Church at St Botolph’s on a regular basis. My job as a bookkeeper is also based in Shepshed so I am well and truly bedded in!

Singing is something I always wanted to do but never had the courage to try. I then met Keleigh and she was my way in to Serenade, providing me with the push I needed to try it out. I am so grateful to her as I absolutely LOVE Serenade. Learning the harmonies is my favourite part, as well as singing in the concerts – who knew I would enjoy performing?! I love that singing provides an escape from everything else I do. It’s a time where I can unwind and forget about everything else. I had no idea that singing would be so therapeutic! It sounds so corny, but it really is lovely to spend Monday evenings with such a wonderful group of ladies.

Bonnie - My name is Bonnie, I have been a member of Serenade since it started. I really enjoy coming to choir - it's a lovely atmosphere and you get to meet lots of new friends. Along with Sharon, i'm currently responsible for refreshments. Hospitality is a really important part of Serenade's purpose. We enjoy a coffee break at each rehearsals and at our concerts we always provide teas, coffees and cakes, which we offer for a donation towards the fundraising for our chosen charity. 

Pam - I enjoy singing so was delighted when Serenade was created and have been a member from the beginning. I am a retired teacher, having taught at Shepshed High school for many years, and have lived in Shepshed for over 40 years. I now have the time to put something back into the community so am pleased to be able to serve on the Serenade committee.

Carol - I joined Serenade a few weeks after it first started.  I persuaded my Daughter-in-law to come along with me, and we haven’t looked back since!  People come and go, but the atmosphere is always so friendly and welcoming.  I liked the fact that there was no audition and there is no pressure to perform in the concerts, although I usually do!   I was made redundant a couple of years ago and decided to take up my long-held ambition to work with children.  I am currently a supply Learning Support Assistant at a local primary school.  I have two Grandchildren and love spending time with my family.  I also enjoy performing in the Christchurch G&S productions and taking part in the pantomimes at the school where I work.

Norma - I have been with Serenade from the very start, I came with my Daughter Alison. In my childhood I was surrounded by music, from my Mum who was always singing, the wireless and my Brother's records (a Mario Lanzer fan). My first solo was "how much is that doggy in the window", it was at a street party when I was eight years old. Serenade always lifts me up,I love our ladies.

Alison - 

I have been singing with Serenade since it first started.  My Mum spotted an advert in the Shepshed Echo and so we thought we would give it a try.  We were astounded on that very first evening as there were around 80 ladies in attendance.  I don't believe the co-founders had expected such a fantastic turnout! I believe that since it's conception Serenade has gone from strength to strength, we have progressed from singing in English to singing in Italian and we now also include a few 'dance' moves.  I absolutely love my Monday evenings and always feel uplifted by the end of the session.I have recently joined the steering committee and my role is to welcome new members.  So please do sign up any of you ladies out there who would like to join a very welcoming, fun and exciting ladies choir, you won't regret it!