God Almighty. My door bell is supposed to play Pompey chimes, but it only plays one note. A crotchet Godders at that, not even a minim.
A rather unsettling sound that turns out to be better known as the Westminster chimes: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=5600XwGRv2w&feature=related Do not use this link if you are easily distressed.
These are much better. Kudos to the composer who managed to incorporate a clock striking 9 times into a 4/4 rhythm standard phrase. [video=youtube;NKhMP2r4XGk]http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NKhMP2r4XGk[/video]
You know, there is a pattern of tuned bells known as the Westminster chimes. Perhaps you ought to sue for libel?
Maybe they are starting to realise how we felt when in similar strife. The chimes of doom may be telling them where they are.