Like many of you I love live music. From street musicians, to pubs, to concert halls, I'll take it all.
One thing that I have noticed is that some older "legends" of music can now be seen in more intimate settings. Their diminished fame no longer has them filling huge stadiums but as an audience member that's a good thing! Their musical skills have been enhanced with time and the advances in the technology of sound systems plus the smaller venues makes for a delightful experience! Better than ever!
Steve Hackett enchanted us with his tight band and his virtuoso talent which has been honed over decades!
Steve Hackett of Genesis Fame at Castello Sforzesco in Vigevano Italy
On July 4th 2017 I had the the fabulous experience of attending a concert by Steve Hackett, one of the driving forces of the early progressive rock period of Genesis. Of course, after leaving Genesis he has gone on to a decades long solo career with 25 albums!
During the concert, in which he played for over 2 hours, he delighted us with many pieces from his solo career and then a wide range of what he calls Genesis Revisited!
Check Out The location of the Venue!
The location for the concert was the grassy area that you see here. Foto Credit
Here are some shots of the Piazza outside the venue. It all made for a magical evening!
Our Seats Were Row 7 Center Stage With an Intimate 600 Present!
Once the sun set they started playing. The sound quality was superb and the atmosphere enchanting! The shadows cast on the ancient walls added to the ambiance!
Here's a Little Taste of What We Saw
A section of the song Musical Box from Genesis's 1971 album "Nursery Crimes"
All in all it was one of the greatest concerts that I have ever attended. The only draw-back was that they started at 9:30 pm and finished at about 11:45 pm. By the time we got home and to bed it was about 3:00 a.m and I got up at 05:00 am for work!
Can I Give You a Little Advice?
Go out and see some of these "old timers" while you still can. They offer these advantages:
- Their musicianship is better than ever
- Sound equipment has evolved and so their music is crisp and clear
- You can see them up close and personal in smaller venues
What About You?
- Are you a fan of the progressive rock era?
- Do you prefer concerts in more intimate settings?
- Have you seen any "legends" of music lately? (last year I saw Roger Hodgson of Supertramp..amazing!)
I hope that you enjoyed this article about seeing a "Legend Perform in an Intimate Setting"!
Until next time,
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