In A "Frankie" Version

And as we close on this independence eve - we do so as we have traditionally - with Frankie Reneau's epic version of the national anthem.

It is lush, sprawling and celebratory - though, we note, it never was a favourite of George Price, who - we are told - found it too fussy, he always preferred the anthem as a fast paced, straightforward marching or working tune.

But tonight, at midnight, the flag will fly at full mast and Belizeans will celebrate - as surely Mr. Price would have wished them to.

As we said, you can see it live on channel 7 - and you can also see the official ceremonies live from Belmopan on channel 7 tomorrow morning.

Tune in for that.

And as we close on this independence eve - we do so as we have traditionally - with Frankie Reneau's epic version of the national anthem - this one form his 2011 concert.

It is lush, sprawling and celebratory - though, we note, it never was a favourite of George Price, who - we are told - found it too fussy, he always preferred the anthem as a fast paced, marching tune.

But tonight, at midnight, the flag will fly at full mast and Belizeans will celebrate - as surely Mr. Price would have wished them to.

As we said, you can see it live on channel 7 starting at eight - and you can also see the official ceremonies live from Belmopan on channel 7 tomorrow morning at ten.

Tune in for those events, and enjoy Frankie's anthem on the eve of the 21st.

We leave you with that - have a happy and safe independence and join us back here on Thursday night...

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