Motivational Music – Ruth Strangeway

VE80 Celebrations In Stamford Bridge

Published on May 11, 2025 by ruthstrangeway

What a lovely time I had celebrating VE80 yesterday

A massive thank you to Stamford Bridge Parish Council, David, Anita Shipley, the wonderful team who made it all possible, everyone who supported the event and sang their hearts out and especially those special heros and heroines from WWII who joined us. A special thank you to Andy Strangeway for being my fantastic roadie. It was so good to have you there. A big thank you everyone, it was a real feel-good event

Let’s Twist Again

Published on April 28, 2025April 29, 2025 by ruthstrangeway

It was wonderful to join my fellow “Twisters” on 9th April at Ivy Lodge Care Home. What a great crowd they are who really enjoy singing, moving, having fun and making music with me.

Here you can see us all in action, celebrating May’s Birthday, to Chubby Checker’s “Let’s Twist Again” Ivy Lodge Facebook page (click on link).

Great Afternoon At Ivy Lodge

Published on February 7, 2025 by ruthstrangeway

It was so good to be singing with the ladies and gentlemen of Ivy Lodge recently. Located in Haxby, York, Ivy Lodge is a lovely care home.

I’ve been singing and making music with Ivy Lodge residents for years. They love to sing and make music as you can see from this video clip

https://fb.watch/xBtzpyCktl/

I’m looking forward to seeing you all again in April!

Killinghall WI Music Hall

Published on July 6, 2023July 6, 2023 by ruthstrangeway

Yesterday afternoon, it was my pleasure to entertain the ladies of Killinghall WI and guests at their annual Strawberries and Cream Tea event in Killinghall Village Hall.

I really enjoyed dressing up and leading my Music Hall sing along programme before enjoying some of the delicious strawberries, cream and cakes that the amazing WI ladies had so lovingly prepared.

Looking Forward To Christmas 2022

Published on November 29, 2022 by ruthstrangeway

Each year, I love the lead up to Christmas and the chance to share the magic of the festive season with the many residents and staff in those care homes where I’m working.

This year will be no different, with a busy timetable leading right up to 23rd December. I’m especially looking forward to spending considerable time with a special group of residents and staff who live close to my home. We’ve got lots of fun activities planned as well as leaving plenty of time to sing carols and do some bell ringing.

To all those in the care homes I’ve visited this year, I look forward to seeing you again in 2023 and wish you a very Happy Christmas.

Songs of Vera Lynn

Published on June 19, 2021June 19, 2021 by ruthstrangeway

Yesterday, on the first anniversary of Dame Vera Lynn’s passing, I was delighted to launch my new concert programme called “Songs of Vera Lynn. ”

My programme contains many of the songs Vera sang during WWII and other songs she sang from the 50’s, 60’s and 70’s.

Care Homes https://www.carehome.co.uk/supplier.cfm/searchazref/65432214236 or Community Groups in Yorkshire, if you need a Vera Lynn performer, my programme is right up your street. It includes many of Vera’s signature tunes, such as The White Cliffs Of Dover; Now Is The Hour; Lily Marlene; It’s A Lovely Day Tomorrow, We’ll Meet Again; Auf Wiedersehen Sweetheart and A Nightingale Sang In Berkeley Square to name a few. So give me a call and let’s all get singing along!

Over The Rainbow

Published on May 22, 2021July 15, 2021 by ruthstrangeway

There is no doubt that Judy Garland is one of my all time favourite female singers and over the years it has been my privilege to sing many of the songs she made famous. Today I’m delighted to share my own recording of her iconic song “Over the Rainbow” from the 1939 film “The Wizard of Oz.”

Judy was only 16 years old when she was cast as the young Dorothy Gale

When The Lights Go On Again

Published on January 28, 2021January 28, 2021 by ruthstrangeway

“When The Lights Go On Again, All Over The World” is the second Vera Lynn song that my friend suggested I record. Although it was recorded originally by Vaughn Monroe in 1942, Vera recorded it soon afterwards and it’s her version we still remember and play today.

Music was a large part of the culture during WWII and served as a uniting factor among people around the world. “When the Lights Go On Again” was one of the songs that helped keep up the spirits of those who were struggling. Once again we see that its’ lyrics are still relevant today. Whilst we don’t have to face bombs falling from the sky, or race for the air raid shelters, the invisible Coronavirus still forms a deadly enemy living amongst us in the atmosphere, and we can draw parallels between lockdown and the air raid shelters of the 40’s.

I hope my recording, about a time where we can all be free again, helps lift your spirits.

Virtual Motivational Music

Published on January 26, 2021July 15, 2021 by ruthstrangeway

Since the start of the Covid restrictions, I have continued to share my voice and raise spirits through my You Tube channel , virtual entertainment and also socially distanced entertainment in care homes and at funerals.

I established Motivational Music in 2011, to encourage care home residents to sing, have fun, move and make music.

We’ll Meet Again

Published on May 8, 2020December 23, 2020 by ruthstrangeway

Before Covid 19, my next few days would have been spent honouring the brave men and women of WWII by singing in Stamford Bridge, Sutton-upon-Derwent, Wheldrake and Doncaster at their VE Day 75th Anniversary celebrations which now have all been cancelled. Instead, I’ve recorded “We’ll Meet Again” in honour of our war veterans and for everyone missing their loved ones during these difficult times. I look forward to brighter days and to seeing you once all this is over.