My Dad....Wow...
Born 1912
Died 1989
Started playing his life of music with the "Boys Brigaid" in London, 1926.
Member of the Royal Marine Band / London.
Fought with the Royal Navy in WW2. Was on the Manchester during the pursuit of the Bismark in the North Sea.
Naden Band in Victoria, B.C. from 1951 to 1960 inclusing a 2 year stint as Bandmaster.
During this time he also had two dance bands on the side. I didn't see much of my father.
He was always out with his small groups after a day at the base.
Retired from the Navy in '63.
Attained his teaching certification and proceeded to teach High School music 'til 1977, when his health forced him to retire.
Somewhat unstoppable, he joined up with the Shriners Band/Victoria B.C. chapter and was with them for 3 years.
My world as a child was constantly filled with Symphonies, Marches, and Big Band sound.
I guess that's partly where I get my appreciation for music.
Dad died in his sleep as a result of his bout with cancer.
Those are my thots.....