The highlight of yesterday's Fête de la musique was, appropriately enough, enacted on the Pont des Arts. This pedestrian bridge was perfect for music making, but one group in particular attracted attention. Two accordion players and a clarinetist had about twelve chairs set up for people interested in hearing/singing some oldie goldies. In fact, I could barely see the seated in the audience. There were far more people gathered around, joining in the songs. A lady handed out excellent booklets with the song texts, but some people waived them off. I could read their lips--they knew the songs by heart. Indeed, everybody seemed to enjoy singing along. The sun was setting, it was about 10:00 p.m., and once again, I enjoyed photographing while people enjoyed singing.
A bit farther on the bridge was this brass-woodwind ensemble that played easy jazz.
I walked Janice to the métro, but stayed on to walk elsewhere and observe other groups. But the light faded quickly and proved insufficient for photography. Some started reading their texts by the lights of the mobile phones.
By midnight, I too returned to the métro and headed home.
We slept in, not setting the alarm. A real treat after a full day.
With love from us both,
Evan
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