Discover the Golden Legacy of Spandau Ballet 🎶✨
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We know you probably don't want to think about water right now, and we hope you are all safe and through the worst of what TC Alfred delivered - but the journey must continue! (Hopefully with no bad weather on the horizon!)
This week, our journey takes us to a place where history and melody intertwine, revealing the story behind one of the most iconic hits of the 80s. Gary Kemp’s Gold, arranged by Thijs Oud (Scherzando), invites ye to strike it rich with a tale of inspiration and success.
✨ The Clue That Points to Gold
"In
a Berlin district where walls once divided,
A band's name was forged,
And their hits turned into precious metal
On global charts."
The answer lies in Spandau, Berlin, Germany, a district steeped in history and the birthplace of the name Spandau Ballet.
🗺️ From Berlin's Walls to the World’s Charts
Spandau, a district in Berlin, carries an interesting connection to the band name. Spandau Ballet, who formed in London in 1979, deriving their name from a phrase seen by their friend, journalist Robert Elms. Elms suggested the name to the band after seeing "Spandau Ballet" scrawled in a nightclub bathroom wall during a visit to Berlin. Little did they know the somewhat macabre source of the name, which can be traced to the Spandau Prison!
The band would go on to craft hits that struck gold on the global stage, their music bridging divides and capturing hearts.
Berlin, with its dynamic energy and storied past, thus became a curious link in the story of the band’s rise to fame.
🎼 Music That Glitters
Gold is more than just a song—it’s an anthem of triumph and timeless artistry. Its driving beat and soaring melody encapsulate the spirit of the 80s, making it a treasure in its own right. This arrangement brings that sparkle to life, lighting up the concert stage with its unmistakable shine.
🏴☠️ Join the Treasure Hunt!
Solve the clues, uncover the roots of Gold, and journey to Spandau’s storied streets. Share yer discoveries with #TreasureHunt on Facebook, Instagram or YouTube for a chance of glory as dazzling as the music itself.
Don’t miss this golden opportunity to experience Gold live at “Treasure Hunt”. Tickets are shimmering in demand, so grab yer share before they’re gone!
The treasure hunt continues—onward to the next glimmering clue!
Clue:
"In
a grand hall beside the Vltava's flow,
A maestro returned home to lead an orchestra's first notes,
Blending old world charm with visions of the new."
