The band was assembled by musician Gary Carpenter (the film's associate musical director) to perform songs composed by New York songwriter Paul Giovanni. Originally under the moniker Lodestone, later changed to "Magnet" because of a conflict with another band, the group included Peter Brewis (recorders, jaw harp, harmonica, bass guitar, etc.
The band was formed by musician Gary Carpenter (the film's associate musical director) to perform songs composed by New York songwriter Paul Giovanni. Initially known as Lodestone, the group later changed their name to "Magnet" due to a conflict with another band. The group consisted of Peter Brewis (recorders, jaw harp, harmonica, bass guitar, etc.).