Video: The DQ General's Song
Jim HarrisIn this OCDQ Video, I revisit The Very Model of a Modern DQ General, which was the second post ever published on this blog.
Using The Major-General's Song from The Pirates of Penzance by Gilbert and Sullivan as a framework, I encapsulated into lyrics some of the knowledge I have accumulated from over 15 years of experience in the data quality profession. The intended result was a comical delivery of serious insight.
I recorded a video and not simply a podcast so that you could follow along with the lyrics. However, my budget couldn't afford the inclusion of the “follow the bouncing ball” technology I enjoyed in many of my favorite childhood cartoons.
Sparing you the pain of listening to me actually sing, I instead offer for your amusement, my recital of The DQ General's Song:
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Reader Comments (3)
I tried really heard for about 15 minutes to sing it along with accompaniment in the background, but I think it'll take a lot more practice than I'm willing to put in.
Still, I enjoyed it!
Come on, Jim, SING!!! Your adoring fans demand it.
Thanks for your comment, Paul - I am glad you enjoyed it!
Sorry David (aka DP_Turtle) - perhaps I will buy myself singing lessons for Christmas and try singing it next year :-)