We thought we were going to see a Spanish guitar performance by Paco Peña last night, but it turned out to be a full on flamenco extravaganza. Dancer Angel Muñoz (above right) stole the show with his range, athleticism and emotion. Yolanda Osuna Linares could have cut through steel with her lighting-fast, high precision arm [...]
Name that tune! Here is a crappy Blackberry photo of the really enjoyable Emily Claire Barlow show in Oakville on Thursday evening. Thx to WS, DV, AG, RVZ and (of course) HVW.
As always, thanks to Heidi for indulging my musical interests. We had a great time in Knoxville for the Big Ears Festival, seeing 13 performances in a little more than 48 hours. The Bad Plus Kronos Quarter + Wu Man ( + Terry Riley + Laurie Anderson) Loscil A Winged Victory for the Sullen Kronos [...]
Been to Knoxville once before. Never thought I'd go back. Which just goes to show, that you should never say never.
It's December, and here's what I've got: There wasn't anything this year that grabbed me by the neck and shook. But hey, who am I to criticize? I can't hum in tune. Here are the 10 albums that I listened to most. Each one has its moments, but not sure how well any of [...]
