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Commission leans toward Bluetooth or solo acoustic music over high-power generators for parade
Summary
After weighing amplification needs and power constraints, commissioners favored a portable Bluetooth or acoustic performer for the float, noting that a full sound system would require a generator and extra logistics.
Commissioners discussed parade sound options and concluded that a low-power approach would be most practical for the float. Committee member (Committee member) summarized options and concerns about amplification and said Brady’s larger sound system would require generator power and “that’s just a lot of extra things.” Members favored either a live acoustic performer with their own portable amp or using Bluetooth speakers as a backup.
The group discussed content choices — live sea shanties, a downloaded soundtrack such as Pirates of the Caribbean, or family-friendly sea shanties — with attention to lyrics and appropriateness for children on the float. Commissioners asked staff to contact local performers and to confirm whether available portable speakers (including ones Brady or other volunteers own) would be sufficient; follow-up will include confirming performer availability and testing Bluetooth playback during the July 3 assembly.
