Broadway Praise Singers
The original singing group, ST AIDAN’S Praise singers, was started 26 years ago by Darren Cook at St Aidan’s Church in Seaside, Eastbourne. The leadership transitioned in 1999, before the church was closed and eventually demolished to make way for St Aidan’s Court.
The first song performed under Darren's direction was 'Lord I come to you’ (The power of your love) written by Geoff Bullock, which remains a popular hymn among the group.
The group originally consisted of around nine members, five of whom remain active. Over the years, the group expanded to over 20 members but has since reduced due to various circumstances.
The primary goal was to introduce new songs to the church, though there was resistance from ministers over the years. Recently, efforts have been successful thanks to Mona and opportunities for new leadership.
A few years ago, significant time and effort were put into writing music digitally, leading to decreased enthusiasm. However, the group encouraged continuation, resulting in the rebranding to The Broadway Praise Singers. Meetings are held on Thursday mornings, starting with coffee at 10am followed by singing at 10.30am. This change has increased membership to 20.
Broadway’s pianist, Sue Miller, has shown support and willingness to attempt new music. Modern arrangements often include extensive piano parts, and efforts are being made to add backing tracks to enhance the sound.
The group's library contains approximately 700 PowerPoint presentations, nearly 1000 midi files, and over 500 backing tracks for hymns, worship songs, and Christian musicals.
The Broadway Praise Singers meet in a side room (side of church) at 10am (for coffee) and 10.30am (in the Church) for an hour of singing on a Thursday. Anyone who is interested in listening/singing newer praise songs please come along.
Mick
Any further information please email me on: mjmulley@gmail.com
New songs the singers are looking at:
All My Boast Is in Jesus - Keith & Kristyn Getty (2023) - Here
I Am Not My Own - Keith & Kristyn Getty, Skye Peterson (2023) - Here
Thanks and Praise (Lucy Grimble) (2023) - Here
Bring praise - Matt Boswell, Matt Papa (2024) - Here
Only a Holy God - CityAlight - (2016) - Here
His glory and my Good - CityAlight (2024) - Here