1 MAN SHOW

Howard performs a variety act called his “1 Man Show”.

It’s a cheerful hour of well-known songs and tunes played on ukulele, mandolin, poems to reminisce, jokes (maybe) and friendly banter. It is designed for Community Groups, Over 60s Social Clubs, WI, U3A, Retirement Villages, Care Homes and the like.

If you’d like Howard to play at your event, then please get touch using the email address at the bottom of this page.

Howard performs funny songs by well-known artists of yesteryear (well-know if you’re a certain age!) including Val Doonican, Flanders and Swann, Laurel and Hardy, Lonnie Donegan, George Formby, Bernard Cribbins plus traditional folk tunes performed on ukulele or mandolin. He recites poems reminding everyone of happy times and includes enough really awful Dad jokes to make you groan. And we mustn’t forget Howard’s wooden dancing pal Woody, or Howard’s selection of daft hats.

REVIEWS

We were very fortunate to have Howard perform at our 10th year anniversary event at Elmbrook Court. His performance was very professional and entertaining. All of our residents and guests really enjoyed the music. Howard also read poems about the old times which is so nostalgic and everyone loved them. The afternoon had a fantastic atmosphere – Howard is a great entertainer, and everyone really enjoyed an afternoon of music with him! We cannot wait to see you again Howard !!!

Sharon Ottley

Lifestyles Manager, Elmbrook Court Care Home, Wantage

We loved our afternoon with you. It was funny, relaxed and entertaining! Really great variety of enjoyment for all, and wow you really are a man of many talents, will have a nose at some of your stuff online and get back to you about some more bookings!

On Facebook “Today we were joined by the brilliant Howard Hill with whom we always have so much fun and laughter 😂 with his terrible jokes, 🤭 brilliant musical pieces & singalongs there wasn’t a face without a smile on it all afternoon! 😃 Best quote of the day when Sheila said “can we tie him up and keep him!” 😂

Chantelle Merrit

Lifestyle & Riverly Club Manager, Bridge House, Abingdon

Thank you again Howard for all your amazing support this past year – it has been so lovely knowing you and I hope to see you in Wantage during the various music events and festivals! Keep smiling.

Sonia Galloway

Head of Activities and Wellbeing, Richmond Villages

A Joyful Presence at Singing for the Brain Group! Howard is a remarkable musician who generously shared his talent with the Singing for the Brain group, providing weekly performances in Grove. His cheerful and approachable nature instantly uplifts the spirits of participants. With proficiency in multiple instruments and a captivating singing voice, Howard engages the public and creates a sense of togetherness. His adaptability and ability to connect with individuals with dementia make him a truly outstanding performer. I encourage you to experience Howard’s transformative music first hand and witness the joy it brings.

Katarzyna Czeczko

Organiser, Alzeimers’ Society (Singing for the Brain)

Howard has played for our Music for Memories group in Harwell a few times and each time has been fantastic. He puts so much effort into the performance. He relates to the audience. He plays a few instruments and sings along with them. Howard sometimes reads poems about the old times which is so nostalgic and they all love them. Thanks Howard, keep doing what you are doing
Rebecca Fisher

Music for Memories at The Harwellian in Harwell Village

Dear Howard
Thank you so much for this afternoon – you are a Star – your talent was much appreciated xxx
Satu Marks

Host, The Childrey & District Tuesday Club at Childrey Manor

Howard is a great entertainer, a good balance of talent, professionalism and humour, our residents really enjoyed an afternoon of music with him!

Chantelle Merritt

Lifestyle Coordinator, Bridge House Care Home, Abingdon

We have been fortunate to have Howard perform at many of our events over the last decade bringing a variety  of music to them via numerous stringed instruments. His performances at our Christmas Day and Easter Sunday Dinners are always very professional & entertaining. All of our guests – local elderly and vulnerable adults – really enjoy the music and love singing along to the songs which can include folk, popular hits and Christmas hits and carols plus much more that bring a fantastic atmosphere to all our events. 

Howard’s huge musical talents are matched only by his wonderful & humorous personality and whether performing solo or in one of his groups fun and quality music is guaranteed. Definitely a man for all occasions.

Ray Collins

Chair, The Ray Collins Charitable Trust (registered charity), Wantage