Jamie Lonsdale’s Cabaret

Join Jamie Lonsdale and friends back for another fun night in Chelsea for an unforgettable evening of spectacular music. Heartfelt ballads, beloved show tunes and uplifting feel good songs. Authentic sounds from a passionate singer naturally evolved and bringing original music for what will be an evening of live music for all to enjoy. Having been Head of Choir at Pangbourne College, music went out of my life until the age of 38 when my neighbour Betty Bleakley bravely gave me singing lessons. Initially told by her that I had left it too late to sing opera, I put my name secretly down for a weekend opera course. 20 operas later, I enjoyed myself enormously, particularly singing three seasons at Grange Park Opera. Musical theatre included South Pacific at Grange Park, and the role of Captain von Trapp in London. I am so grateful to my singing teacher of 20 years Arwel Treharne Morgan. Several years ago, and much to my surprise, my first song came to me: “Streams”. Fortunate enough to meet the music director Robert Emery, we have collaborated since on piano accompaniment. His wonderful orchestral arrangements, recorded at Abbey Road Studios have led to some repeated exposure on BBC television and many radio interviews. Encouraged by Robert, I am now writing my fourth album of songs. Released albums are “A Journey”; “Footprints”; and “Freedom”. I was amazed when my song “Freedom” went viral on YouTube, reaching 9.5 million views; I wrote this for Ukraine, my link being that my 3*great grandfather was the last Commander in Chief of Allied Forces to free Crimea from the Russians in the Crimean Campaign of 1854-57. Being a romantic, I love to sing songs from the heart; love songs, duets, heart-break songs, comic songs, and the occasional jazz. Inspired particularly by musical theatre, I also love to sing songs from the shows. I’m blessed with friends who are gifted singing stars, and it is always a joy to include them in my shows. For me, what I love is spreading a little joy; and there is no better intimate auditorium than the Pheasantry. I hope that you will come join the party!