[Jenn]

In article
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MiNe 109 wrote:

In article
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John Atkinson wrote:

On Jan 1, 12:31 am, Jenn wrote:
We're spending the evening enjoying Live at Lincoln Center with the
always dour New York Philharmonic and the stunning Joshua Bell.

Can't beat that music stuff!

First annoyance of the New Year: why does Rose Parade coverage go to
commercial during marching band performances?

I know; always a problem from our POV. For 4 years, I conducted the
Tournament of Roses Honor Band from Pasadena City College. You may have
seen them today. About the only channels that do justice to the bands
is KTLA in L.A. Lots of careful talks between the media and the TofR
improved the situation when I was there in the early-mid 80s, but it has
deteriorated.

The TofR folks (all men, of course) are an interesting bunch. Notice
how there's ALWAYS a band from Hawaii in the parade? One of the
President's perks is to go to Hawaii to scout bands. lol

It's a grand event though, and I've become less cynical about it over
the years.


May the new year bring you all happiness and peace.

And to you Jenn and to all at r.a.o.

Happy New Year, all!

Stephen