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Post by Preston Platform on Apr 30, 2012 17:45:30 GMT -5
well I couldnt resist it ..I reasoned I may never get the chance to see IA show again thinking who knows what the future might bring......I enjoyed this great show so much I was drawn to see it again. This new incarnation of IA music has sort of really relit my enthusiasm. I bought a grand tier seat ..but on arrival checked if there were any returns and was offered an excellent seat in the stalls a few rows back...great view and perspective .....just got back.....glad I made the effort. this was by far the best of the four shows I saw...so if you are able to get hold of any live recordings ...this would be the one to go for.
Why
Great acoustics in Birmingham symphony Hall Ians voice was really good tonight ..well to put it into perspective ..he was having a good vocal night for 2012
Band in stunning form
Huge standing ovation given
Many aspects of the show are evolving there were many subtle changes in the show compared to the other shows witnessed.
late now will outline how the show has gradually evolved and changed over the course of the tour and the shows I witnessed tomorrow
regards Tullsters Preston
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Post by Preston Platform on May 1, 2012 13:47:19 GMT -5
I have been reflecting on how the show has evolved in the performances seen.
The performance last night was one of the best Tull / I/A shows I have witnessed ..flawless and stunning. As suggested in my initial post Ian was having a good vocal night and this certainly elevated the performance and the band to another level.
I have long begun to suspect that Ians mood also holds the key to whether a show is just another by numbers gig..professional and solid as you would expect, or something that pushes it all beyond the norm.
Last night everything was bright , Ian relaxed and clearly enjoying the performance..maybe he knew this was a good vocal night.
The evolution of the show also added an extra something.
For example.....
The beginning has been fine tuned to include a warehouse mans huddle and a little jig. This was welcome as I felt the brown coated intro had been too long and lacking contrast During the Sheffield gig James Duncan was from time to time on stage dressed as a warehouse man and taking video footage . This didn't happen at Manchester or Harrogate At Birmingham video footage of the band playing the track live and synched with the actual performance was shown as part of the backdrop in parts of songs and this worked really well.
After cosy corner , perhaps unintentionally, a long keyboard note was played and sustained. The band then threw themselves into shunt and shuffle loud. The contrast worked for me, intentional or not.
Ryan O'Donnell is really growing into his part
I hope that this show continues to grow and evolve ..it was brilliant to see this show just get better and played in front of a large sell out crowd
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Post by flutestobranches on May 1, 2012 14:31:56 GMT -5
Thank you for the insights! Any detailed production like this is bound to need fine-tuning, and all of these reports are really whetting my appetite for the USA shows this autumn!
David
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Post by Icy Lucifer on May 1, 2012 14:37:53 GMT -5
PP, thanks for reviewing. Its great to hear that the show is developing - its really exciting! I wish I could see it again. Anyone who hasn't seen it yet - get your tickets now!
icyL
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Post by jtul07 on May 1, 2012 14:40:22 GMT -5
PP, thanks for reviewing. Its great to hear that the show is developing - its really exciting! I wish I could see it again. Anyone who hasn't seen it yet - get your tickets now! icyL Did Hermione like the show as much as you did?
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Post by Preston Platform on May 3, 2012 12:00:55 GMT -5
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Post by TM on May 3, 2012 12:55:37 GMT -5
Thanks Preston. I'm really looking forward to this show bit I'm a bit concerned since it will be an outdoor show, and of course that means the screen behind the stage might not be visible.
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Post by Preston Platform on May 6, 2012 2:24:09 GMT -5
It really was a magnificient performance and aparently one or two excellent recordings of this have begun to appear on dimeadozen. If anybody gets hold of a recording of this show I would be really interested in getting hold of a copy. Please pm me if you can help
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