Grimethorpe Tribute to Sir Michael Parkinson
Grimethorpe Colliery Band was heard at the recent funeral service for the broadcaster, chat-show host, journalist and author Sir Michael Parkinson who sadly passed away in August earlier this year. He once remarked that he “could see the pit from my bedroom window. When you couldn’t see it, you could smell it…Grimethorpe Colliery was where my Dad worked, where my Grandad worked and his Dad before him. It was where I was expected to end up too.”
The funeral service in Berkshire was attended by close friends with the band asked to record the famous theme tune to his chat-show was played, alongside recordings of his favourite singer frank Sinatra. The band also recorded their own personal tribute of 'Abide with Me'.
Stating, “Grimethorpe Colliery Band would like to pay tribute to the legendary broadcaster Sir Michael Parkinson who has now been laid to rest in a private ceremony attended by 90 of his close friends and family. The band were honoured that a recording of us performing the theme tune to his chat show was played at the funeral. The service was held at St Michael’s Church in Bray, Berkshire, with music by his favourite singer, Frank Sinatra, playing in the background. A cricket cap was placed on his coffin alongside a red and white Barnsley FC scarf. Rest in Peace Parky, a true Barnsley legend.”
The band’s tribute can be viewed here: https://www.facebook.com/GrimethorpeBand/videos/837314857862697
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