The nicht drave on wi’ sangs an’ clatter;

An aye the ale wis growin better:

This is the part of your evening when the guests get stuck in. There are many poems and songs of Burns to be performed and, if your toastmaster has done his job, all will be willing to join in.

 Your best singers should be selected for a heartfelt rendition of Ae Fond Kiss. Your best male vocalist could perhaps perform A Red Red Rose. You could enlist your male guests to sing a rousing For a’ That. If you have a shepherdess in your company, and these days who hasn’t, then a blast of Ca’ the Yowes would go down a treat.

 A recital of Holy Willie’s Prayer could be thrown in for good measure with your speaker suitably attired in a night shirt whilst carrying a candle. Preferably not lit.

 On to the community singing where a rousing renditions of Green Grow the Rashes O could be followed by Banks O Doon.

 An Eight some Reel, a Dashing White Sergeant and an old fashioned waltz could bring your evening to a timely close.

 The possibilities are numerous but your evening should always close with Auld Lang Syne.

 After a three cheers for the hosts you can pour your guests into their “carriages” and wave them goodbye after a glorious evening’s entertainment.

 Roll on next year.

 Yours aye

 Tam O Shanter