Today is about the strangest music day I’ve ever had. It’s my mood, I think, which has made me a bit giddy.
Mitch Miller was a TV staple in our house. My parents always watched him, and for some reason he and The Yellow Rose of Texas are forever joined in my memory. This one, however, isn’t, but it’s a fun sort of song and perfect for my mood.
This is from The Mikado, and strangely enough I have fond memories of this musical, this comic opera. When I was a senior in high school taking a speech course, the teacher, a venerable old lady called Ma Baker behind her back, made us recite the whole Mikado standing on a small stage and taking parts. I had never heard of it before, but I never forgot once I became of the three Little Maids From School.
It’s time for some birthdays!
Ray Davies turns 68 today!
Carly will be 67 on June 25th!
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