Sunflower Singers at Snargate

JAM's community choir, in concert

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Conductor Rebecca Lodge-Birkebaek leading the Sunflower Singers at the JAM Festival, in a cobalt blue shirt, hands raised mid-cue.

The Concert

Date

10 July · Fri · 11am

Venue

St Dunstan · Snargate

Tickets

Free

(please reserve)

Duration

30 min

Artist

The Sunflower Singers
Rebecca Lodge Birkabaek · conductor

The festival highlights JAM's community choir, The Sunflower Singers, bringing a short, light coffee concert to Snargate. Based at Hub on the Beach in Greatstone, they meet every Friday for free, open singing sessions.

Their repertoire spans folk songs and musical theatre, a cappella rounds and pop, with a few surprises along the way. Expect You Raise Me Up, Wade in the Water, Swing Low Sweet Chariot, The Rose, and 'One' from A Chorus Line among other favourites.

The choir is conducted by Rebecca Lodge-Birkebaek, a former member of the Royal Opera House Chorus and BBC Singers, and a longtime advocate for music education.

Enjoy a coffee and sing where you know the words.

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Frequently asked Questions

Will I receive a paper ticket?

No — all tickets are digital and arrive by email. Please have your e-ticket ready to scan on arrival.

Are tickets free for under-18s?

Yes — we want young people to have access and connection to the arts. Please reserve a free ticket in advance for each event.

Is the venue accessible?

We aim to make the arts accessible to all. Our Front of House team will be on hand to assist and direct you during your visit. Venues are step-free where possible, with wheelchair seating and accessible toilets available. If you have any specific access needs, please email Sarah at sarah@jamconcert.org before booking and we'll make sure everything is set up for you.

Where is the venue?

St Dunstan's Church
Snargate
Romney Marsh
TN29 0EW

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Coming from London?

By train: the Southeastern High Speed runs from London St Pancras to Ashford International in around 40 minutes, with frequent services throughout the day.

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From Ashford International: a 20-minute taxi takes you to all festival venues. We recommend pre-booking.

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By car: around 90 minutes from central London via the M20. Parking is available at all festival venues.

Is there parking?

Free parking in the field next to the church.

When do doors open?

Doors open 30 minutes before each event. We recommend arriving in good time to find your seat and settle in.

Will refreshments be available?

Coffee will be available after the concert.

What if I'm running late?

We'll do our best to seat latecomers at a suitable break in the music — usually between pieces. There may be a short wait.

Is there reserved seating?

Seating is unreserved at all festival events.

Are there toilets?

Public toilets are available across the road at the Red Lion pub.

I have additional questions

Please email sarah@jamconcert.org

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