THE gentle sound of piano playing was heard throughout a library as part of a festival which aims to blow away the winter blues.
Piano teacher Melanie Bridle gave some of her students the chance to perform for a live audience when they set up shop in Brightlingsea library.
They staged a day of music as part of Brightlingsea WinterFest, which is held every year to help everyone cope with the dark winter months.
It is also a platform to help encourage open conversation about mental wellbeing.
Throughout the Music in the Library event, string players and a flautist accompanied the piano players.
“There were pianists of all ages from six up,” said Melanie.
“It was a lovely atmosphere not just for the players, but for the visitors just coming to take out a book or visit the library.
“It was great to do something which could promote use of the library.
“We also had Martyn Blagden, a fantastic jazz player, who played for us for about half an hour.”
The festival’s grand finale is a comedy night featuring comedians from Wivenhoe Funny Farm.
It will be held at The Rosebud Pub, in Brightlingsea, from 6.30pm on Saturday, February 29.
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