It was Wieland who took over the directorship and, by dispensing with much of the traditional symbolism of Wagnerian production, not only restored Bayreuth's reputation but enhanced it.
It was his two thousand five hundred and sixty-second birthday, and the Confucius Temple was spruced up for the occasion with a red carpet and a corps of children chanting his words in unison.
There's no doubt that Londoners and visitors alike will be looking forward to when the much-loved clock and tower are spruced up and ringing once again.
Peacefully let your frustration run its course, and listen carefully as it does. What you're left with is a renewed sense of purpose and passion to move forward.