The organist librarian

The security guard arrived at the library today and he seems fine. This measure has been introduced until November and I think we may have turned a corner on this one with the kids one of whom wanted to know why she could not use the computer. I pointed out that apologising now was a bit late and the consequence of her rudeness was that she would have to wait until her parents had responded to our letter which has been held up the postal strike. To chorus where Mark brought great enthusiasm to Carmina Burana. Friday was a peaceful day with autumn glow in the evening in the park after a murky start and choir practice not very well attended. Still we went through all the music for this month.

A quiet Wednesday catching up on watching HDDs from the Proms, Songs of Praise and Antiques Roadshow and a splendid new work by Jonathan Dove for the 60th birthday of Radio 3. To St Michael's for the recital by David Davies sub-organist of Guildford cathedral. This was a good programe including works by David Johnson and Seth Bingham reflecting the organist's time in America. Also Bach, Bruhns and de Grigny. The latter was unexpectedly loud. Howells's Siciliano for a high ceremony is unusual. He finished with Fidelis and Fanfare by Percy Whitlock. To chorus where Mark Griffiths rehearsed Carmina Burana excellently. His instructions are clear and helpful. Had a chat to him in the break about the Fidelio in Oxford - he sang at Christ Church for 2 terms.