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Post by Freightrain on Oct 20, 2012 8:28:32 GMT -5
Anyone going to the Denver show care to gather before the show at Chili's?  |
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Post by Freightrain on Oct 23, 2012 7:00:52 GMT -5
Guess not. Well then, to all the Colorado Tullies and tour chasers, Enjoy the show!
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Post by jtul07 on Oct 23, 2012 8:19:25 GMT -5
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Post by Programme on Oct 25, 2012 0:03:27 GMT -5
A short note about last night’s concert. Wonderful venue. Not sold out. Maybe price is becoming an issue.
20:03 start with “stage hands” dressed in costume, then entirety of Thick as a Brick (with Ian opening on acoustic guitar at stage left -- first time I've seen this), the interval, Thick as a Brick 2, with Locomotive Breath as the encore. 2:20 in length.
This was different from past Tull and Anderson shows. The extended sets removed the customary Anderson banter between songs, and the musical experience, with interrupts and video, evoked memories of earlier Tull theater in the original TAAB from decades ago. The Anna Phoebe Skype moment was well placed – allowing both audience and band to pause within the lengthy and well-recognized first set. The PSA test with Tom and audience volunteer was also very entertaining. My concerns that listening to the entirety of the piece (in particular the initial part of the second side of the LP for anyone who ever turned the disk over on their turntable) might prove a bit difficult to stay with, as a considerable portion with “poet and painter” has been played in recent years on tours, weren’t recognized. The latter half came alive with the musical and acting performances given. The first set was well played and orchestrated.
The live presentation of TAAB2 last night, in my opinion, exceeded that on the recording, with substantial musical emphasis capturing the tone and tempo connections between TAAB and TAAB2 – perhaps enhanced by the players’ own connection to the TAAB2 music itself. TAAB2 provided an unanticipated continuation of an exquisite musical journey in transitioning from the first set to the second right from the start. Hopefully many pieces (Strut, Change, Mulberry) will be retained for future concerts.
Lastly, a comment on the encore. It was gracious of the band to offer up LB. While musically disconnected in an almost “don’t tell anyone we did this” sort of way, Ian created a cohesive moment for fans to celebrate with the perfect ending to a rich musical experience, and thanks to him, we got to sing along with a man of extraordinary musical talent and thought. Last night Ian was gracious in leading his band members and support staff in a hugely complex musical effort.
Like all concerts, this ended too soon, but was an immensely satisfying musical experience. With some new theatrics, staging, and vocal help, I left wondering if we were watching a new beginning of sorts for Ian? One can hope.
As I grow older I've realized the importance of relationships, how they change, and the flexibility of allowing people to make choices that best fit their current situation. While I can praise Florian and the others for their remarkable support of the music, I hope for the eventual return of the others who also own the music. Last night I would have enjoyed Florian and Martin playing off each other, for example.
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Post by KC on Oct 25, 2012 6:57:29 GMT -5
Excellent review and insights which five of us representing two generations experienced in Denver also. We thought the musicianship and Ian's energy level exceeded most of his recent tours whether individually or with Tull. Although we support Ian in reducing his vocal exposure we were not convinced that Ryan was the vocal answer as to what was needed in TAAB. Technically the vocal sound reproduction was the show's weakest link. Done nitpicking. Absolutely loved the show. Would see it again in an instant.
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