Invitation: Wakefield Spring Sing this Saturday, May 23

[Stéph Meunier]

Wakefield Spring Sing

Saturday, May 23, 2026

1-4 PM 

45, chemin de Wakefield-Heights, Wakefield, QC

In the barn!

It is with great excitement that we invite you to come sing with us on Saturday, May 23! Join us in Wakefield, QC, at the Fairbairn House, from 1 to 4 PM. We'll sing from the 2025 Sacred Harp edition, have snacks and be merry!

If you've been curious about Shape Note/Sacred Harp and haven't sung it yet, this is the perfect time to try it out. We'll offer an introduction in the beginning of the singing and we have some books to lend you.

It's completely free to attend! Donations are welcome (in cash or e-transfer) on the day-of to help us pay for our All-Day Singing coming up in October at the Rupert Hall.

For folks traveling to join us, please email us if you need to find somewhere to stay over the weekend at wakefield...@gmail.com.

Accessibility: The Fairbairn House is a heritage home turned museum that is on a beautiful piece of land by the river and the red covered bridge that crosses it, in Wakefield. We'll sing in a barn next to the house. The barn as a ramp going into it and is wheelchair accessible. Please let us know in advance if the stage is not accessible for you. There is a wheelchair-accessible porta potty in the gravel parking lot near the barn. Please write us for more information & for any concerns.

COVID safety: Do not attend if you have any respiratory illness symptoms. You are welcome to wear a respirator/mask and hand sanitizer will be provided.

Where : 45 chemin Wakefield Heights, Wakefield Qc

When : Saturday May 23rd from 1 to 4pm.

What : Lots of fun, you silly weirdos, come and find out!

The Wakefield Shape Note Singers

PS. From Steph: Hit me up if you need a ride from Hull or Ottawa!