The Alpine Bunch - Skiing In The Alpine Air

 The Alpine Bunch is a group of older men supposedly from Germany and Austria, hence their moniker. We have some doubts about the truth of that, as if they really are natives of those countries, their command of English is really good. And their demeanor on stage just doesn't look right, like it's all an act. But music wise, they are good musicians. We've heard them play traditional European music, and they play it very well. The original songs they write are pretty good. This song is about skiing, mostly a list of the hazards of the sport. They continue to tour in the U.S. with no immediate plans to return to Europe. 

So despite our misgivings, really more of just curiosity as to their origins, we like their music and hope they continue to play and record for Big And Tall Records.

 We come from a country that skis a lot 

In the beautiful Alpine air 

We used to do it too, but gave it up 

And we tell you all to beware 

 

Skiing is wonderful, but what the heck! 

The expense sure isn’t so small 

You take the chance to break your neck 

Or your leg when you tumble and fall! 

 

We’re all aware of a famous maxim 

That drinking and driving don’t mix 

We tell you from experience 

That skiing and boozing are nix! 

 

 Skiing is wonderful, such pretty sights 

Like the view from a mountain pass 

But if you get tipsy and ski at night 

You’re bound to break your ass!

 

 The mountain chalet with it’s roaring fire 

Invites during the chilling cold 

You’ll find plenty of folks to have a good time 

No matter if you’re young or old. 

 

 Skiing is wonderful, but be on your guard 

If you get injured right off the bat 

ou’ll be stuck with the other tubs of lard 

And old widows over-painted and fat! 

 

So despite all of our warnings 

You still feel the urge to ski 

By all means, go, and have a good time 

As long as you can handle the fee! 

 

 Money for the room, 

Money for the skis 

Money for the food 

For the Doctor fees 

Money to tip the waiters 

Money to tip the maids 

Money for the booze 

More money any ways!