Photograph copyright: DAVID McMAHON
I shot this about a week ago, on one of those interesting Melbourne days when you’re not quite sure what the weather is going to do next. Spring was not yet a week old, but the sky was patchy, blue in one area and moody grey in others.
When the sun shone unimpeded, the caress of its rays was balmy. But when the sun slid behind cloud cover, it seemed as if the temperature dived substantially. I was shooting some images across the river when I heard someone singing Simon and Garfunkel tunes.
I looked around, wondering where the sound was coming from. It took me a few seconds to work it out. Then I spotted them - there were two blokes positioned in a corner of the pedestrian footbridge that spans the Yarra River.
The guitarist was able-bodied. The vocalist accompanying him was in a wheelchair. Were they related? I don’t know. But they sure knew how to harmonise.
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That's a great shot David....wish I could hear them!
ReplyDeleteThis is the kind of thing that I would have liked too, I love music and singing.
ReplyDeleteI love S&G. Listening to this pair must have been a treat.
ReplyDeleteSo glad you caught their gift.
ReplyDeleteYes, I was a big S&G fan, too! Still enjoy their music. How great to come across these guys by accident! Fun post, David! Thanks for the memories!
ReplyDeleteHave a great week!
Sylvia
I was born with a harmonising singing gene - but it means I always have to find somebody else singing, before I can put it into practice! Would love to have been able to join in with these bods...
ReplyDeleteThey look as though they are really good. they made a great shot anyway.
ReplyDeleteHarmony in our world I like that
ReplyDeleteIt's nice to encounter music in the streets. Beautiful.
ReplyDeleteDavid: Neat capture from your walk.
ReplyDeleteA beautiful voice is an abillity not given to everyone. I'm a S&G fan also. Great shot!
ReplyDeleteHi David, long time no visit! Great photo of singing in harmony! Thanks for sharing! :)
ReplyDeleteGreat shot, Dave - what a nice surprise to be treated to their talents!
ReplyDeleteI just love stumbling on tlaent like that.
ReplyDeleteI just love stumbling on tlaent like that.
ReplyDeleteI like listening to buskers too and taking snapshots of them.
ReplyDeleteHave a great week.
Well, if that isn't a feel-good story, I don't know what is!
ReplyDeleteThey are sharing their wonderful talent and you were able to capture it. Thanks for sharing your part of the world.
ReplyDeleteNIce I like your caption Staight talking
ReplyDeleteGreat stuff. People with disabilities are making their mark in every sphere - busking included!
ReplyDeletegreat to see
ReplyDeleteI love both your words and photo.
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ReplyDeletemusic goes beyond the physical...
ReplyDeleteWow! I'd love to have heard them- I love Simon and Garfunkel.
ReplyDeleteAnd I know what you mean about the temperature suddenly dropping when the sun goes behind a cloud- we get that all the time here in Ireland.
Talk about a bridge over troubled waters! I adore Simon and Garfunkel, they bring back memories of young teen years like nothing else! Wish I could have heard the tribute singers, too!
ReplyDeleteSandi
That's fantastic, David. I so wish I'd been there.
ReplyDeleteCJ xx