Nigel M Taylor
@nigelmtaylor.bsky.social
40+ years in music education, now retired.
Former school teacher, head of music service, music adviser, ofsted inspector, freelance consultant, conductor, charity trustee.
Interests: music, education, languages, history, food, wine
Former school teacher, head of music service, music adviser, ofsted inspector, freelance consultant, conductor, charity trustee.
Interests: music, education, languages, history, food, wine
40 years ago today, this happened.
March 30, 2025 at 2:50 PM
40 years ago today, this happened.
Heartbreaking 💔 news that Joseph Talbot died on Saturday aged 20. The most inspiring young man, he met his massive health challenges with bravery, fortitude and perseverance. His personality and smile lit up every room. I was privileged to know him. RIP J xx
February 17, 2025 at 12:08 PM
Heartbreaking 💔 news that Joseph Talbot died on Saturday aged 20. The most inspiring young man, he met his massive health challenges with bravery, fortitude and perseverance. His personality and smile lit up every room. I was privileged to know him. RIP J xx
Happy Feast of the Epiphany to all that celebrate.
January 6, 2025 at 10:37 AM
Happy Feast of the Epiphany to all that celebrate.
Finally put up my Christmas tree
December 24, 2024 at 6:05 PM
Finally put up my Christmas tree
Duolingo progress report. It seems I'm doing ok!
December 6, 2024 at 11:30 PM
Duolingo progress report. It seems I'm doing ok!
Delighted with my new bread machine and especially the book of recipes my son and his wife bought me. This one’s a “French Crusty” and it’s really quite delicious!
December 5, 2024 at 6:36 PM
Delighted with my new bread machine and especially the book of recipes my son and his wife bought me. This one’s a “French Crusty” and it’s really quite delicious!
First attempt at baking bread. It looks shabby but tastes delicious.
November 29, 2024 at 6:55 PM
First attempt at baking bread. It looks shabby but tastes delicious.
Thanks to Dr Tim Reynish, J P Paynter came to Bolton in 1986 to work with BYCB. The most extraordinary rehearsal in the most extraordinary of times. /3
November 28, 2024 at 10:30 PM
Thanks to Dr Tim Reynish, J P Paynter came to Bolton in 1986 to work with BYCB. The most extraordinary rehearsal in the most extraordinary of times. /3
This little guy, Henri, was born exactly 18 years before me. He perished aged only 6. Among millions of others in a terrible worldwide tragedy.
Here am I thriving in my 69th year enjoying freedom and life. Think of Henri and the millions of his compatriots. @auschwitzmemorial.bsky.social
Here am I thriving in my 69th year enjoying freedom and life. Think of Henri and the millions of his compatriots. @auschwitzmemorial.bsky.social
November 26, 2024 at 12:21 AM
This little guy, Henri, was born exactly 18 years before me. He perished aged only 6. Among millions of others in a terrible worldwide tragedy.
Here am I thriving in my 69th year enjoying freedom and life. Think of Henri and the millions of his compatriots. @auschwitzmemorial.bsky.social
Here am I thriving in my 69th year enjoying freedom and life. Think of Henri and the millions of his compatriots. @auschwitzmemorial.bsky.social
Probably the most humorous card I’ve received today. Team Talbot’s 3rd child chose it. He’s in BIG trouble the next time I see them. 🤣
November 25, 2024 at 8:55 PM
Probably the most humorous card I’ve received today. Team Talbot’s 3rd child chose it. He’s in BIG trouble the next time I see them. 🤣
Trester. A perfect digestive. A gift from my friends in Schleswig-Holstein. I first tasted it in Dresden when visiting there with them in September. A pomace brandy - similar to Italian grappa and French marc. It’s fab!
November 25, 2024 at 8:34 PM
Trester. A perfect digestive. A gift from my friends in Schleswig-Holstein. I first tasted it in Dresden when visiting there with them in September. A pomace brandy - similar to Italian grappa and French marc. It’s fab!
An early birthday celebration at Ocean Palace, Darwen. Fabulous company with excellent food and wine.
November 24, 2024 at 12:18 AM
An early birthday celebration at Ocean Palace, Darwen. Fabulous company with excellent food and wine.
Happy St Cecilia's Day to all that celebrate
Patron saint of music and musicians.
Patron saint of music and musicians.
November 22, 2024 at 8:42 AM
Happy St Cecilia's Day to all that celebrate
Patron saint of music and musicians.
Patron saint of music and musicians.
Never say “please play that part louder” to the trombone section 🤣
November 19, 2024 at 11:31 AM
Never say “please play that part louder” to the trombone section 🤣
Des pas sur la neige - Claude Debussy
November 18, 2024 at 10:49 PM
Des pas sur la neige - Claude Debussy
And I’ve known Carolyn since Bolton Youth Orchestra days. Here we are in 1979 just before BYO visited Paderborn (Bolton’s German 🇩🇪 twin town) in 1979.
November 16, 2024 at 11:48 PM
And I’ve known Carolyn since Bolton Youth Orchestra days. Here we are in 1979 just before BYO visited Paderborn (Bolton’s German 🇩🇪 twin town) in 1979.
Lovely concert at Bolton Parish Church. BMS singers under @alexpattersonmusic.bsky.social sounding rich and sonorous. Corus Brass under Sam King were in fine form. A darned good Rutter Gloria to finish. Congratulations all.
November 16, 2024 at 9:44 PM
Lovely concert at Bolton Parish Church. BMS singers under @alexpattersonmusic.bsky.social sounding rich and sonorous. Corus Brass under Sam King were in fine form. A darned good Rutter Gloria to finish. Congratulations all.