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“Prenez un grip….La Grippe?….Allez Pisse…Donnez moi un break.”
Political mangling.
George Mraz,1944- 16th September 2021. Great Jazz Bassist.
Vituoso with a sonorous,buoyant tone and agile style.
Norman Bailey, CBE,1933- 15th September 2021 British 0peratic Bass-Baritone.
Associated with Wagner operas, particularly in the role of Wotan in the Ring Cycle.
Classical Brat or Violinist with Guts ?
Nigel Kennedy, prevented from including a Jimi Hendrix tribute in a concert at the Royal Albert Hall, cancels appearance.
Teresa Zylis-Gara.1930-Aug.28. 2021. Polish Soprano.
A versatile voice,intense delivery and convincing acting ability combined to create an illustrious career.
Mikis Theodorakis 1925-2 Sept.2021.
Prominent Greek composer, prolific output of classical forms often using Greek folkstyle. known also as a political firebrand.
Brexit; Fast food woes. No Drivers, no milk shakes, no chicken wings
“And no custard for the Remainer’s pies.”
Hugh Wood 1932-14 Aug.2021. British Composer.
Meticulous composer and eminent teacher of composition.
‘Will you stand by me Will still fly me When we’re 1*5 ‘
Alok Sharma as president for COP26, planned for November,flew to 30 countries, not requiring to isolate.Previously he supported the expansion of Heathrow Airport.
Vancouver mansion, partially modelled on Versailles, with 12 bathrooms, sells for $42m.
Hung, Drawn and Cultured 