We are as excited as ever about this music (and Power Point and historical commentary) outreach because the enthusiastic response of the elders in these facilities just never wanes. They are as excited and as appreciative of the latest program as they were when we first showed up! The laughter, the stories, the memories, sometimes the tears, but always the tapping of toes and the singing along to these terrific songs of their youth -- it all makes Claire and I delighted to be a part of this wonderful ministry.
We do, of course, relish the involvement of others. For your presence gives the residents yet another chance for visitation, encouragement, a relief from boredom (you'd be surprised how dull life at a nursing home can be!), and ongoing friendship. So, give us a call and we'll let you know the WSWK schedule.
For those of you interested in the ongoing playlists of "when Swing Was King," here's Volume 8:1) Glenn Miller Orchestra -- "Tuxedo Junction"
2) Artie Shaw Orchestra (Helen Forrest on vocals) -- "Deep Purple"
3) Ted Heath Orchestra -- The High & the Mighty"
4) Bunny Berigan Orchestra -- "I Can't Get Started With You"
5) Count Basie Orchestra -- "Broadway"
6) Ozzie Nelson Orchestra (Harriet Hilliard on vocals) -- "Says My Heart"
7) Glen Gray & the Casa Loma Orchestra -- "Can't We Be Friends?"
8) The Mills Brothers -- "I'll Be Around"
9) Xavier Cugat Orchestra -- "Brazil"
10) Vera Lynn -- "White Cliffs of Dover"
11) Benny Goodman Quartet -- "Body & Soul"
12) Bing Crosby -- "Monnlight Becomes You"
13) The Andrews Sisters -- "Don't Sit Under the Apple Tree"