Whoever is in charge of programming at the BBC seriously needs a good kick up the jumper; the Classical Brit Awards is one of the few broadcasts I actually look forward to each year – the BBC cannot see fit to air the event ‘live’ so instead viewers have to wait a whole week to see it. The point of my gripe is that some ding-a-ling is responsible for deciding to broadcast this show at 11.30 pm on a Wednesday night rather than a more civilised hour.
Considering the rubbish you get offered for viewing between 7 and 10 pm during the week, that a show which highlights real talent should be relegated to a time suited to those with insomnia displays nothing short of ignorance on behalf of the BBC.
That said, the best news now is that the award for the NS&I Album of the Year was won by The Royal Scots Dragoon Guards for their recording ‘Spirit of the Glen’. This is the first time that a group of non-professional musicians have won at the Brit Awards - but not only that – these pipers are also serving members of the Armed Forces in Basra. The CD was recorded during their breaks from active service and it is a testament to their talent and spirit that they have produced a fine recording of music which is simply breathtaking. These men are not just pipers – they are signals men, gunners, tank drivers…and they fully deserve this honour.
Have a listen to a clip from their CD and feel the hairs stand up on the back of your neck…
Well done guys and god speed.
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Typical of the BBC to ignore something like this when they stick utter drivel on! These guys could be killed at any time the least the BBC could do is air it earlier, oh forgot,they are British.
Yes I do not understand them either – this week we have had the Soap Awards aired primetime and the Television Awards a short time ago as well – so why does this show get stuck in the graveyard slot…?
Good music, top musicians, culture…obviously not a seller by BBC standards. Too high quality.
But you are right, those fellows are servicemen on active service and face danger everyday. Great that they still found time to make wonderful music. But yes, being British does not earn you any favours these days.