Oh to be in London

I was in London a few summers ago and caught a Prom and now I'm irretrievably hooked. Since then I listened when I can thanks to the wonders of the internet. Every concert is broadcast live and available on BBC3.

I just love the variety of music and the sheer atmosphere of it all. I know that the Albert Hall is not the best place to hear music (and Avery Fisher Hall is?), but there is a sense of excitement and I long, one day, to join the Prommers on the floor or up in the gallery.

There are two musical events that I hope to attend just once in my life: The Vienna Philharmonic New Year's Day concert and The Last Night of the Proms.

P.S. I know I'm posting and I said I wouldn't. But I just can't help it.