A thrill of hope

Apparently there was a TV show called “Studio 60”. And it ran, well, I don’t know, at least in 2005. I suspect it’s no longer on air, although I don’t know, and don’t really care.

But this year, while searching for new takes on Advent music, I came across this video of New Orleans brass musicians playing “O Holy Night”, and I was poleaxed. Clearly it’s having an effect on the characters, although I don’t know who they are and don’t much care. Because this rendition is stunning.

Also, I think the “All I want for Christmas is my city back” slide (3:01) resonates with us all. All we want is our nation, our democracy and our decency back.

Here’s hoping.