“Piped music”
Sir, —I, too, am not an advocate of “piped music.” Occasionally I travel on a bus to the country to visit relatives. Several times “piped music” was played, and once I asked the driver if he would turn the volume down a little, as on previous occasions I had arrived at my destination with a splitting headache caused by this so-called “music,” which consisted of pop rubbish blaring very loudly. I am not a highbrow, but can appreciate good music. The driver observed, “You know lady, I travel as far as Blenheim and I sure need some music on that long trip.” Of course, what is known as “music” to one person could easily be described as agony to another; but I consider that when one’s fare is paid, or when one’s electricity account is paid, one should be able to enjoy the privilege of peace and quiet. —Yours, etc., V.M.L. February 5, 1971.
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Press, Volume CXI, Issue 32525, 8 February 1971, Page 12
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