"Brass bands are all very well in their place - outdoors and several miles away"
- Thomas Beecham
About this Quote
In this quote, Thomas Beecham is expressing his opinion on brass bands. He thinks that they have a particular location where they belong - outdoors and at a distance. This recommends that Beecham may not be a fan of brass bands and chooses to enjoy them from a range instead of up close. He may discover them too loud or frustrating if they are too close. This quote also indicates that Beecham values the tranquillity and tranquility of being outdoors, and believes that brass bands need to not disrupt that. Overall, Beecham's words convey a sense of choice and possibly even a hint of annoyance towards brass bands.
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