- @brendadrumm
- @juneshannon
- @carnsoreboxer
- @am_flynn
- @jennyfoxe
- @derekf03
- @funkygoddessirl
- @irlguide
- @maryroche
- @avineoconnor
- @legaleaglestar
- @niamhybe
- @clearer_skies
- @Lou_McCartney [whom I hope can sing like Paul McCartney]
- @TrichDee
- @MacAnBhaird
- @Enda_Lee
- @cathalkeogh
- @reclaimthevoice
- @NABCIrl
- @SpNeedsParents
- @JFTAXI
- @olda3
- @MissBLT
- @bsweetmanmorris
- @thebedsite
- @CKennedyPr
- @embergreen
- @jewelw
- @jojowalsh [A tenor]
- @sineaddesmond [TV3]
- @berminghamlaura [stylist, TV presenter and just wow]
- @markrock [@Audioboo]
- @juniperjools
- @barbarascully
- @markpower1978
- @sineadk
- @andrewmmadden
- @jezzie7
- @bourgeoisieout
- @doalty
- Sheena Darcy
- Ian Callanan
- Anna Keegan
- Carmel Murphy
- Emma Tobin
- @hotcrossmum
- @sarasnelling
- @janetravers
- @firflopireland
- @foxeinsocks
- @crowleyniamh
- @tangentfairy
- @davidod
- @handforged
- @deebpress
- @Mariondublin
- @phil_garland
- @darrtanian
- @sineadkeogh
- JohnCoughlan
- @barbaraedwards1
- @ailishlynch
- @delilah_cat
- @debbie_odonnell [Xpose]
- @chrismallingart
- @marketmusic
- @johnivory
- @hollyfrodo
- @reclaimthevoice
- @RPDLTD
- @tina_browne
- @1LouiseKennedy [the fab designer]
- @soniaharrisPR
- @ciara1975
- @EleanorFitz
- @JenJenRiordan
- @heatherbetsy
- @grmoneill
- @clearerskies
- @mauradonohoe
- @sharonshambles
- David O'Connor [singer]
- @jilliangodsil
- @susancondon
- @cagssoc
- CelineGarvey [KFM Arts Show]
- @colettecaddle [Writer]
- @umnumnum_cork
- @dcbedwards
- @nessymon
- @maeve_10
- @curtainqueen
- @designdiva_
- @MDRN1
- @bingobaa
- @pdrgmrdt
- @liam_coburn
- @mduffywriter
- @DiamondsIRL [our 100th person to offer help]
- @greenclouds4
- @sheenadarcy
- @ocarrollconsult
- @tsjohnsmyth
- Moira Murphy [Brown Thomas]
- Aisling Larkin [Brown Thomas]
- Louis Walsh [yes the real one]
- @aideenblackwood
- @xcelbusiness
- @regs33
- @alisonwells
- @ciaramcduffman
- @karenmaleady
- @crosscare1
- @simonrprepublic
- @carolewhelan
- @maeveos
- @rLombardvance
- @MaudMonaghan
- @paddystarbucks
- @noelcuddy
- @tomhappens
- @mar1em
- @missyu
- @stormie869
- @stresskills
- @eileen27
- @carolinesimons
- @balcourier10
- @chahoward
- @LA_Make_Up
- @ZoeClarkeMakeUp
- @bngr
- @katymcguinness
- @ultrasoundbite
- @wicklowmusdrama
- @piperhawk
- @MyOMark
- @Caz_Collins
- The Westin Hotel {YAHOO WE ARE AT 140 characters - just like Twitter!]
- @curlybubble
- Pembroke Communications
- @jilliangodsil
We have loads more names to add and we will do it asap! The list keeps growing.
There were so many amazing charities mentioned and they are all very deserving causes. Cancer is one that is very close to my heart because I have been living with it since 2007 - just about to hit the five year's diagnosed mark on 10 Jan 2012. We also had mental health and homelessness mentioned and women's refuge and so many other fantastic charities.
As of this afternoon Sunday 20 November, the majority of votes coming in have been for the charity single to benefit premature babies here in Ireland. Christmas is all about children and our single and the cause would see to be a match made in heaven. We will have exact details shortly about the charity so keep in touch.
This time yesterday I had not even thought of the idea and now this afternoon we have a group of 61 people who are involved and this is growing all the time, we have a song [details shortly], we have someone whi has arranged the song and we have set Sunday next 27 November as the date to record.
There is lots that we need help with. We need iTunes to get on board and make sure all the money goes to the charity, we need a few professional singers, we need studio space and a photographer and just lots lots more. Anyone interested?
Then join the conversation on Twitter at #twitterxmassingle
We have announced the charity which is to benefit and it is an amazing cause the Neo Natal Unit at the National Maternity Hospital in Holles Street Hospital. The unit is best known as "Unit 8" by parents whose babies have needed special care there.
What better time of year to focus on children.......it's beginning to feel a lot like Christmas and like the #twitterxmassingle which is so appropriate when you listen to the lyrics......
It's all happening on Twitter so come and get us trending and join in.
UPDATE: Monday 21 November - We are recording at 1pm on Sunday next 27 November. We are finalising the venue at the moment. Anyone who wants to support us, sing, make tea, take names, promote it, video it, interview us, make a music video - please follow the hashtag #twitterxmassingle on Twitter or leave your email here in a comment. Venue will be Dublin city but just finalising logistics and will announce soon.
UPDATE Wednesday 23 November: We have the venue since yesterday. The 5 star Westin Hotel on Westmoreland Street, Dublin 2. The Banking Hall is the space we have been given. Thanks to the team there for being so accommodating and amazing.
More news coming tweet by tweet. Keep in touch #twitterxmassingle
Brenda
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I can't sing to save my life, but I'll help in a behind-the-scenes capacity if you want me! :)
ReplyDeleteFabulous idea - I'm in. I know some musicians if that's any help?
ReplyDeleteJane thanks a million.
ReplyDeleteAbsolutely, I can sing like Paul McCartney;). I will bring the hubby as he is a great singer.So exciting...do ra me fa so *runs off to practice* @Lou_McCartney xx
ReplyDeleteOoooh! *shoots hand up in the air* (not to sing, of course, because that would definitely NOT be helpful!) but I'm up for any other sort of help that's needed. x
ReplyDeleteI gave birth to premie twins (29 weeks gestation) 13yrs ago this month. This is a cause very close to my heart. Count me in!
ReplyDeleteIf I can help, let me know ! @eileen27
ReplyDeletejim.f.kelly@dit.ie ..... what help do you need ?
ReplyDeleteHelp spreading the word, venue still to be finalised, studio, getting the word out and buying the single. Persuading everyone to work with us to get this single out. Only doing this now 48 hrs. Power of Twitter
ReplyDeleteBrenda
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ReplyDeleteHey there - what a wonderful idea! I am a professionalsingersnd would be delighted to help out in anyway I can! Email is carolinefraher@gmail.com and website is www.carolinefraher.com. Am from Cork and free to travel on Sunday!!
ReplyDeleteI'm in, please and thanks. darragh@yay.ie :)
ReplyDeleteHi there..I'm part of an adult mixed voice choir SATB in Dublin. If you're still looking for singers, we'd be delighted to come along on Sunday. Have you chosen the song yet, and is there a particular vocal arrangement of harmonies you're using? Marialstanley@eircom.net
ReplyDeletewow love this idea, I will be in Dublin for a rubgy match so will defo hop along to sing in. I know it starts at 1pm but should we be there earlier?
ReplyDeleteMichelle Moloney King
Hi Brenda,
ReplyDeleteLorraine McElgunn here. Sorry I can't come along but I just had a wee baby so that is keeping me busy. I hope life is treating you well and what a fantastic idea. If I could help anyway from Cavan let me know. Email me your number Lorraineteevan@gmail.com
I'm working as a press photographer and could send your details out to a couple of my contacts, try and get this noticed.
Take care
Lorraine
Will deffo try to get in - can't sing but if there is anything else I can do - I will do. I'll push the number on the blog when it is available to download - great idea! Plus twitter tag is @120Socks!
ReplyDeleteCan't wait for tomorrow :)
ReplyDeleteToday is the day!
ReplyDeleteLooking forward to doing our part to make life a little easier for premature babies and their parents - so right at this time of year. Twenty years from now maybe a baby born and helped this Christmas can remember us #twitterxmassingle . . .