This is the only bandstand in my memory since childhood. For some, when you ask the question around, the answer might not be great difference. Yes, we are back to Singapore Botanic Gardens again.
With fair skin and elegant appearance, this octagonal classic beauty was refaced in 1930. It was erected in the 1860s as a focus point of Botanic Gardens. For sure, that was our grandparents or even our great grandparents’ time. But it has retired from its military band performance. So, let’s listen to the musical flow in the charming winds and cicadas’ call.
And so, where is your Bandstand? Mine is in this lovely garden. Anywhere, in any of its piece of greenery!
runningwithellen said:
November 12, 2012 at 1:06 am
Hi Sydney, When I was growing up in Queens, New York, there was a bandstand in Forest Park, the sight of many lovely musical evenings., and also in Manhattan, at Lewisohn Stadium. It was an awareness our predecessors had of the importance of culture, which is sadly fading in the 21st century.
Sydney Fongresponded:
November 12, 2012 at 9:44 pm
I am sorry, I personally feel that a 3months old Blogger, don’t deserve any award from anybody,I prefer to spend most of the time on Blogging solid and inspire contents, hope you don’t might I said that. But truly, is my honor to receive this appreciation, I hope you understand my unusual thought.🙂
For me it isn’t a bandstand–but a library. The feeling I have toward it is the same though–if for different reasons, and necessarily different recollect. Lovely as ever, Sydney.🙂
Wow it’s a beautiful place! Reminds me of Mulan🙂 Wish I had one of my own. I often used to see such bandstand at the pagoda and I love to sit in it and admire the nature all around…
She held him tightly, wishing she could pull him inside of her. Pull her inside of him. Something. Someplace where the unrelenting tug and pull between them could finally end. Drip, drip—that was the sound of her heart bleeding all over his feet. Tangled Moon ~ by Olivia Stocum
November 12, 2012 at 12:54 am
I agreed for such a lovely place.
November 12, 2012 at 1:05 am
Thank you! my yellow cable!🙂
November 12, 2012 at 1:06 am
Hi Sydney, When I was growing up in Queens, New York, there was a bandstand in Forest Park, the sight of many lovely musical evenings., and also in Manhattan, at Lewisohn Stadium. It was an awareness our predecessors had of the importance of culture, which is sadly fading in the 21st century.
November 12, 2012 at 11:30 am
is okay! our memories stay.🙂
November 12, 2012 at 2:20 am
it looks very British😉
November 12, 2012 at 11:32 am
yes! I believe is got to do with our history.🙂
November 12, 2012 at 3:02 am
I am going to look through my photos. I think I have one when I was visiting the Victorian Gardens in Halifax Nova Scotia!! Beautiful photo…
November 12, 2012 at 11:32 am
thanks🙂
November 12, 2012 at 3:42 am
I was just saying to another blogger how bandstands = memories of childhood! By the way.. Join in..if you’d like, I think its fun..http://allaboutlemon.com/2012/11/10/for-the-love-of-haiku-10-men/
November 12, 2012 at 11:26 am
sure! thanks!🙂
November 12, 2012 at 9:57 am
I remember seeing this beautiful bandstand, and wishing that there would be a band playing music there.😉
November 12, 2012 at 11:34 am
yes! those were the day!
November 12, 2012 at 12:23 pm
Hiya! I nominated you for the inspiring blogger award.
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November 12, 2012 at 12:37 pm
Thanks! I am sure with no obligation right? Thanks for your invitation, I appreciate that! cheers!
November 12, 2012 at 4:46 pm
These gardens are magnificent, Sydney. Always enjoy the images you take in them.
November 12, 2012 at 5:02 pm
thank you, Don! your Blog is awesome too! cheers!
November 12, 2012 at 5:54 pm
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Hi, I have just nominated you for the Reader Appreciation Award.
November 12, 2012 at 9:44 pm
I am sorry, I personally feel that a 3months old Blogger, don’t deserve any award from anybody,I prefer to spend most of the time on Blogging solid and inspire contents, hope you don’t might I said that. But truly, is my honor to receive this appreciation, I hope you understand my unusual thought.🙂
November 13, 2012 at 3:33 am
No problem. This is not unusual. Continue your good work in blogging.
November 12, 2012 at 11:36 pm
For me it isn’t a bandstand–but a library. The feeling I have toward it is the same though–if for different reasons, and necessarily different recollect. Lovely as ever, Sydney.🙂
November 12, 2012 at 11:39 pm
thank you! I love your thought!🙂
November 13, 2012 at 2:51 pm
Wow it’s a beautiful place! Reminds me of Mulan🙂 Wish I had one of my own. I often used to see such bandstand at the pagoda and I love to sit in it and admire the nature all around…
November 13, 2012 at 4:02 pm
thanks! cheers!🙂
November 17, 2012 at 7:27 pm
I have been visiting many city gardens of Europe, and none as good as Singapore botanic garden =). I love the gardens here.
kc
November 17, 2012 at 9:42 pm
Hi ! I am glad I see you back! thanks!🙂
December 27, 2012 at 10:57 pm
There is a bandstand in the main park in town. It still gets used for several concerts in the summer.
December 28, 2012 at 1:01 am
Is a blessing to be a performer there! As for me, I just sit there and get my sunset on my shoulder !
LOL!