April 3, 2022 - World Party Day | National Film Score Day

Welcome to April 3, 2022 on the National Day Calendar. Today we celebrate epic parties and film scores. When Edward Russell became head of the British Navy in 1694, he knew it was something to celebrate. And celebrate he did—by inviting 5,000 sailors and naval officers to his home for a big bash. Like really big. He drained the fountain at his estate, then filled it with a cocktail of brandy, Malaga wine, sugar, lemons, and spices. According to witnesses, bartenders paddled around the fountain in canoes to serve guests. The party lasted nearly a week, until the drinks ran out. On World Party Day, make an excuse to celebrate with your friends by throwing an impromptu soiree, but try to end at a reasonable time, will ya? It’s a school night, sailor. It’s no surprise that the main event in any movie is its visual effects. The part of the film we tend to overlook is the music score, which builds tension and sets the mood. Imagine for a moment the movie Jaws. You see the ripple in the darkened water, the swimmer struggles against their mounting fear and all the while you hear… Not quite the same, is it? On National Film Score Day celebrate those iconic notes that play a starring role and enjoy your own classic film score today. I’m Anna Devere and I’m Marlo Anderson. Thanks for joining us as we Celebrate Every Day. Learn more about your ad choices. Visit megaphone.fm/adchoices