Rant number 162
Today, I took part in my second carnival of the year with band. First of all, this included marching - which as previously discussed is far from one of my favourite things.
Then there is the fact that I really don't like carnivals anyway.
At least, not the ones I've ever even involved in anyway.
I just don't get it. A procession of bands, floats, men dressed as women (and visa versa,) majorettes, cub scouts and teenage dance groups just don't really appeal to me.
When did it all begin?
I'm sure that the origins of carnivals are strong and interesting. A statement of a cultures roots, religion and music is admirable. Unfortunately, the ones in the UK are nothing like this.
I understand that they must raise good money for charities, and that kids love them. I just wonder if a similar (if not more) amount of money couldn't be raised without a load of miserable people trotting along in the rain.
Why do people get so enthusiastic about people & groups they usually wouldn't give a damn about, just because they are doing what they usually do in the streets.
Our band for instance can be seen in concert, looking our best and playing to the best of our ability. On the march however, we are playing against adversity. Ipso facto, we are not playing to the best of our ability.
It's got to be the same for other groups too. If people want to see people perform, why not get off their assess and go see them properly. Watching them in the streets is just not the way to do it at all!
I'm glad thats the last bloody one of the year!
Rant over.
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