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In times like these when we are experiencing unprecedented events Frank Turner's lyrics from 'Be More Kind' ring true; 

“In a world that has decided 

That it's going to lose its mind

 Be more kind, my friends, try to be more kind."

English punk and folk singer-songwriter from Meonstoke, Hampshire.

in this speech, I am going to speak to you about ..........

people who inspire me

why guitar change life

5 went to playfest in eccles 

saw ft for first time

not long after 1st guitar

early age love listening to music

keen to learn

primary opportunity to learn uke by inspirational teacher Geoff Sharkey

session musician in 19702 bands called Ginhouse

he helped and taught me rhythm/ timing helped me slow down everyday life

variety of genres and was always kind and patient

played alongside him at some school events

busy learning at school with Sharkey went to 1st big weekend festival latitude. when I was around 7

saw ft second time 

transfixed by the sound coming from his guitar

saw lots of bands but guitar took my attention

Hearing music and watching musicians made me feel alive and less self-conscious

parents and i love music we can all share

Our last concert was Muse which was amazing.

missed ft and tk

I find there is something very special when you are part of a crowd who are all there for the same band.

I recently emailed Frank Turner to tell him that he will be featured in my speech and he came back with a really nice response. He described the guitar as an amazing companion that you can carry around.

weekly guitar lesson through out school years

unable in lockdown

 have used tutorials on the internet.

use as a way of relaxing and calming down

peoples person cant be on my own for more than 10 min

content own company when playing guitar

My mum always encouraged me to keep going and never give up playing the guitar and I believe this is a good lesson for life.

Thank you for listening. Are there any questions?