Most, although not all, of my Friday choices have been of relatively positive/happy music. Today’s is less cheerful.
Year: 2021
The Hill We Climb
Every now and again I do share something that is not strictly part of my musical series and this is one of those posts. Many though might argue that poetry is itself a sort of music
Boscombe in Sweden
Continuing with obscure TV themes from the distant past here is a real “blast from the past” (this is much more difficult to identify than yesterday’s) – Boscombe Band in Sweden in 1990. This has been ‘rescued’ from a VHS tape so the video is a bit patchy in quality – but we do see (much) younger versions of some of the current members of the band and many others that we remember fondly.
Where is Silver?
Another old TV theme tune – although surely this is an easy one to identify. Not sure about the rest of the operas, but the Rossini Overtures are great!
On The High Seas
Another TV theme tune for you to identify. I think this was the only music of Khachaturian that I ever played. Lovely music.
This is The Entertainment
Another choice that might not appeal to everyone – the description in the video describes this composition as “gloriously off the wall” – which sort of sums it up quite well.
An African Mass
Within my record collection there are a few that might qualify as “surprises” – this is one of those.
The King of Musical Comedy
OK – so its pushing it a little to make this qualify as a music video – attending a Victor Borge performance mostly consisted of a lot of build up and not so much music – however, it was always a pleasure to listen to.
Simple Penguins
Something a wee bit different for this week’s “mood” music…. This is a complete BBC TV show from 1989. Almost all of the music falls into the “relaxing” and “soothing” categories – and perhaps the final piece will put a little smile on your face and get your foot tapping…. There is some talking during the programme – but rest assured that those moments are brief.
It’s The Woodwind’s Turn
I have, on a few occasions (😁😁) featured the brass – today it is the turn of the woodwind (more specifically the clarinets. They do have some horns and tympani – so its OK 😂