The brass band is something of a declining tradition in the UK these days. Hailing from the military, but given new passion and vigor in northern England's industrial communities, brass bands matched the destiny of the coal mines and ship yards. However, today's linked article from the UK"s Guardian newspaper suggests that - in some communities at least - they may be undergoing something of a revival, as kids take up the tuba / trumpet / cornet and get together to play. And, as several parents cited in the article point out, this keeps kids out of mischief - and keeps a sweet sounding tradition alive.
Sunday, March 9, 2008
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Oh, excellent. The Brassed Off soundtrack is one of my favorite CDs to whistle by.
Imagine the sequel to be made here: Ewan McGregor, leaving the factory town after his dad's death, comes to terms with his upbringing by guiding a multicultural mix of East London youths to glory, switching them from cocaine to cornets. A sure-fire winner. I think.
--Patrick
Thanks, Patrick
Though I sense some irony here...
If not, though, perhaps you should write the screenplay?
E
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