Last weekend, under the banner of Bradford City of Culture 2025, there was an event called 'HONK Bradford', which was a gathering of 19 street bands from all over the world. On Saturday morning they played in various outdoor venues around the area, and then Saturday afternoon they were playing around the city centre, with a massed bands play-off in Centenary Square, followed by an evening concert. Unfortunately, I had a really busy weekend and wasn't able to get into Bradford for the massed bands event. I did, however, hop down to Roberts Park at lunchtime to enjoy the Bradford based, New Orleans influenced Homecoming Brass Band, bringing their interpretations of world, funk, Latin American and original grooves. It was fun and boppy, the kind of music that made you want to jig a bit (even me!)
Oh yes indeed, I would love to have heard that music...what a great bunch of musicians that look as if they also are having a good time!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a fun group! I love New Orleans style music.
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