No Last Night of the Proms?
NewsConcerns for the health of Queen Elizabeth II have prompted a rescrambling of plans for the Last Night’s of the Proms this Saturday night.
The prime minister has said, ‘the whole country is deeply concerned’.
Some BBC TV presenters are wearing black ties in anticipation of morbid news.
Whatever happens over the next two days, a celebratory Last Night would be inappropriate. In the worst circumstance, the event could be replaced by a solemn commemoration.
I think the Queen would rather see the last night go on – she loves music. Play some of her favorites. Play music that was dedicated to her.
Absolutely!
An excellent and constructive suggestion.
Loved music? Do you think so? She almost never went to any concert or musical event.
I well remember Her Majesty coming to Symphony Hall in Birmingham and attending the rehearsal for the opening concert – and it is well known that she often attended London-based concerts.
They should play An Orkney Wedding and Sunrise.
Absolutely right to cancel this. It would be so insensitive to keep the last night of the proms. The entire feel of it would be wrong.
Quite the contrary, could have been the opportunity for many to par her the best of tributes
I think an altered programme would have been better. Music is a wonderful way to reflect on, mourn and celebrate a life.