The Proms is the most quintessentially British celebration of classical music, which is about to be invaded by this...<br/> <br />Punk veterans The Stranglers have been the surprise addition to this prestigious music festival. Their famous tunes will be played by a full orchestra turning punk into classical.<br/> <br />At a very English riverside setting, the all-important bassist from The Stranglers, Jean-Jacques Brunel, decided to talk about how he felt about receiving this rather bizarre invitation over a pint of cider.<br/> <br />SOUNDBITE: Jean-Jacques Burnel, Stranglers Bassist, saying (English):<br/> <br />"Well I think the term is gobsmacked frankly. Pretty gobsmacked that we should be asked. I can't think of many more prestigious events in the world musical calendar really."<br/> <br />The Stranglers are known as one of the instigators of British punk music because of their uncompromising style and aggressive attitudes. But has time mellowed them?<br/> <br />SOUNDBITE: Jean-Jacques Burnel, Stranglers Bassi
