tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5574060146103839230.post3426878720329689173..comments2022-11-13T09:38:58.195-05:00Comments on Raining Acorns: Wedding FeverSusan Scheid (Raining Acorns)http://www.blogger.com/profile/02827286681242730183noreply@blogger.comBlogger15125tag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5574060146103839230.post-59712106972991446412011-05-16T08:46:40.777-04:002011-05-16T08:46:40.777-04:00For any one who (inexplicably) thinks the London C...For any one who (inexplicably) thinks the London Chamber Orchestra doesn't exist!! Here is proof.<br /><br />http://www.lco.co.uk/ShySongbirdhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08148381873578585910noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5574060146103839230.post-80032189415777332192011-05-04T09:42:39.123-04:002011-05-04T09:42:39.123-04:00The London Chamber Orchestra certainly did exist: ...The London Chamber Orchestra certainly did exist: I still have a couple of their CDs (Britten Lachrymae, an astonshingly good Vivaldi Four Seasons) fron the days when Christopher Warren-Green was trying to animate the concert scene with standing and banners. No idea whether this is the same resuscitated or not.Davidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14506881804082382739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5574060146103839230.post-51228157248727740022011-05-03T06:09:47.909-04:002011-05-03T06:09:47.909-04:00Just a postscript for the music buff at Raining Ac...Just a postscript for the music buff at Raining Acorns:<br /><br />The London Chamber Orchestra doesn't exist. It must have been a Scratch outfit (none the worse for that) specially formed for the occasion. It happens.<br /><br />I enjoyed the whole thing; it gave me an opportunity to feel suitably engrossed as well as snootily superior.Frikohttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04277167831642088694noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5574060146103839230.post-62205129503664534302011-05-03T03:41:33.548-04:002011-05-03T03:41:33.548-04:00Sorry, what was I thinking - still back at the las...Sorry, what was I thinking - still back at the last wedding. 'from high in Westminster Abbey' is what I meant (and it certainly doesn't have a dome).Davidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14506881804082382739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5574060146103839230.post-29217454518175708452011-05-02T14:11:31.282-04:002011-05-02T14:11:31.282-04:00The nay-sayers - and I was merely indifferent, vow...The nay-sayers - and I was merely indifferent, vowing I wouldn't be watching, until I swooned to 'I was glad' and had to admit the girl brushed up well in that dress - seem to have shrivelled a bit in the event. Hardened republicans had to admit it was done as good theatre - and no-one could fault the BBC filming, with that spectacular shot from high up in the dome of St Paul's. I got bored by the service and the Bishop of London's insincerity, but I couldn't fault the pair as a rather sweet couple of young lovers who wanted to get married.Davidhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/14506881804082382739noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5574060146103839230.post-77651652476385484142011-05-02T05:35:00.266-04:002011-05-02T05:35:00.266-04:00As a Brit who watched the ceremony (not the before...As a Brit who watched the ceremony (not the before hand hype)I thought it was simple, uncomplicated wedding service with a minimum of 'pomp and circumstance' to the whole thing. It was tasteful and elegant from beginning to end and not in the least 'OTT' as some previous commentators implied. I've seen enough of the REALLY OTT ceremonial occasions, to be able to tell the difference. May long life and happiness be theirs!Jinksyhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/01686101468214361004noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5574060146103839230.post-52920613448001662072011-04-30T16:28:10.404-04:002011-04-30T16:28:10.404-04:00This is a postscript:
Carol_Ann, your video of th...This is a postscript:<br /><br />Carol_Ann, your video of the Westminster Abbey Bell Ringers became even more interesting when, during the coverage of the wedding, BBC showed pictures of the bells pealing in the belfry. Upon seeing/hearing the bells on TV, I could imagine the Bell Ringers hard at work below. <br /><br />Just another example of how the excellent research of the writers at Raining Acorns enriches my life!<br /><br />Thank you all.cybersrnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5574060146103839230.post-75272731875508706862011-04-30T12:54:50.335-04:002011-04-30T12:54:50.335-04:00Hi Carol-Ann .. my goodness how did you find out a...Hi Carol-Ann .. my goodness how did you find out all this info .. mind you I haven't looked around or read anything .. I'm staggered - at the info you've picked up .. great content ..<br /><br />Regretfully I cried my way all the way through .. well not all the time .. but quite a lot of emotional tears fell out! <br /><br />I thoroughly enjoyed it and I love the history .. attached to all the pomp, pageantry and circumstance that occurs .. it was a good fun day .. <br /><br />Cheers - but this is wonderful content with the links etc .. Well done .. HilaryHilary Melton-Butcherhttps://www.blogger.com/profile/17596532480645510678noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5574060146103839230.post-9660895814674858782011-04-29T17:54:34.228-04:002011-04-29T17:54:34.228-04:00The wonderful David Nice, over at his blog, "...The wonderful David Nice, over at his blog, "I'll think of something later," has offered a delightful musical take on the Royal Wedding which can be found <a href="http://davidnice.blogspot.com/2011/04/i-was-glad.html" rel="nofollow"> here</a>. Just to give a taste, here is how he starts: "Yes, he does look like many of the old Bufton-Tuftons in today's Westminster Abbey congregation, without Elgar's sensitive eyes to offset the walrus moustache, but Charles Hubert Hastings Parry could do a good bit of pomp and circumstance." The links and video of "I was glad" are terrific. And I commend to you--and commend David Nice--for linking to a piece by Peter Tatchell, reminding us that not everyone who should have has the right to marry. Worth bringing to mind today.Susan Scheid (Raining Acorns)https://www.blogger.com/profile/02827286681242730183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5574060146103839230.post-30168364233679352282011-04-29T13:28:52.720-04:002011-04-29T13:28:52.720-04:00Well, I turned on the TV at 6 am EDST when I got u...Well, I turned on the TV at 6 am EDST when I got up. Who knew that was the exact moment the bride was walking down the aisle! So I left it on while the kids got ready for school - but that was about enough for me. I can't understand what what they broadcast for 2 hours beforehand.<br /><br />WHile it does appear to be excessive, as long as Britain has the royal family, they will have to do these things in such a manner. This is just the most public of displays of royal excessiveness.<br /><br />I do hope they have a happy a marriage as one can have under those circumstances.<br /><br />PS - What is with the wacky hats? I do appreciate the Queen's ever sensible and ladylike hats, but some of those women looked like alien spacecraft had landed on their heads!Wide Open Spaceshttps://www.blogger.com/profile/04573357176617683341noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5574060146103839230.post-67334115152387192412011-04-28T22:53:14.289-04:002011-04-28T22:53:14.289-04:00If I do this correctly, you will get to the link J...If I do this correctly, you will get to the link Josie has posted by clicking <a href="http://www.newstatesman.com/blogs/laurie-penny/2011/04/british-wedding-retro-britain" rel="nofollow"> here</a>. I also think the New Yorker cover for May 2, 2011, provides a useful perspective, which you may be able to find by clicking <a href="http://archives.newyorker.com/" rel="nofollow"> here</a>. I think, on the whole, I'm a bit with Gary on this one.Susan Scheid (Raining Acorns)https://www.blogger.com/profile/02827286681242730183noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5574060146103839230.post-66310351073651405752011-04-28T22:43:34.889-04:002011-04-28T22:43:34.889-04:00Thank you, Carol-Ann for this delightful post. My...Thank you, Carol-Ann for this delightful post. My alarm is set for 2:00 AM PDST so that I may not miss one second of this splendid occasion. <br />Your essay sets the stage just right for me. <br /><br />God bless William and Catherine and may they live happily forever after.cybersrnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5574060146103839230.post-84499502275318408322011-04-28T22:41:08.033-04:002011-04-28T22:41:08.033-04:00For those in need of a little dose of restorative ...For those in need of a little dose of restorative common sense and perspective, try: "Buns, Bunting and Retro-Imperialism" http://bit.ly/kWXzdY<br /><br />After all - the fate of the Empire and the Second World War hang in the balance.<br />- JosieAnonymousnoreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5574060146103839230.post-40903254124832849012011-04-28T19:52:10.876-04:002011-04-28T19:52:10.876-04:00Greetings Raining Acorns,
There seems to be a perc...Greetings Raining Acorns,<br />There seems to be a perception that the quaintness that is the British Isles, is rejoicing in the whole extravaganza.<br />However, get past the hype, the media circus and you will see a different reality. It has been suggested that a large majority of the British public see this as a rather garish show, in an austere time when so many British folks, like so many in the world, are suffering. <br />It might be considered to be a bit of light relief, a 'feel-good factor' in such trying times. However, although I wish them well, personally I find the whole ostentatious show, rather vulgar and a kick in the teeth to those who are wondering if they will have a job or a roof over their heads.<br />With respect and kind wishes, your way, Gary.klahaniehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/08613505424843475639noreply@blogger.comtag:blogger.com,1999:blog-5574060146103839230.post-44251516549694208722011-04-28T19:27:46.341-04:002011-04-28T19:27:46.341-04:00That's a lot of pressure on a toddling marriag...That's a lot of pressure on a toddling marriage. I would shrivel up entirely under that kind of scrutiny. Blessings on the young pair and may they have the system of support to weather the absurdity of the circus. I know that sounds a bit cynical but I got married in my grandparents' garden with fifty people in attendance and that was about as much fanfare as I would wish for.Suzehttps://www.blogger.com/profile/07908805179119217608noreply@blogger.com