The hilarious stories of a Roman Catholic childhood in post war Salford, the music that inspired a budding, self-taught jazz pianist and the challenges presented by supporting, according the Parish Priest, the “wrong” football team.

The presentation, illustrated by live piano playing, will amuse, fascinate and enlighten.

Roger Browne is a raconteur, writer, director, and pianist. He has provided piano accompaniment for many national and international legends such as Stephane Grappelli, Marion Montgomery, Wild Bill Davison, Scott Hamilton, Ray Nance, Bud Freeman, Humphrey Lyttleton, George Melly, George Chisholm, and many more. Roger is President of Stockport Operatic Society, President of Manchester Athenaeum Dramatic Society and pianist with, and leader of, internationally renowned traditional jazz band, Manchester Jazz.

Free to all Monmouth u3a members. There is no need to book a place, just turn up on the day. Come alone or bring a friend, stay for a chat over tea and biscuits afterwards.