![]() The mood is the reason, it’s flowing and quite smoothly. I can’t believe how quickly Tommy seems over. It’s never loud during the ‘Overture’, but an impressive sound that kicks in from the first dramatic chords. Pete exclaims that the band “usually start quieter and then get louder and louder. It’s a tanned and healthier-looking crowd than we usually get. Floridians are casual and know how to enjoy their parties. Rog and Pete come onstage to a loud cheer – not a crazed crowd, but a friendly a fairly loud one. It’s been fine without them, but so good to have them back, another measure of comfort today. We’re also back with the most-experienced hands out-front, with Robert Collins and Tom Kenny back heading the Sound and Light departments. So there is a good start in a few ways, things look positive. But this is a typical oval arena space without the nasty echo or boomy sound that can hinder a show. We’ve already noticed something nice it sounds good in here! Not exceptional, as a classical concert hall might be. The Who show itself will be magnified by sitting right down in front. That’s a win/win situation, no one would mind, and you have generated a lifetime memory for yourself on top of it all. ![]() If you feel that “maybe I should go see The Who and get close front-section seats, and watch them do a soundcheck, plus some included food and drink, and gift bag” – don’t just consider it a personal indulgence consider the help it may offer someone else who really needs a better life during a dire time. Always, Roger and Pete are sure to acknowledge their support of the charity – Teen Cancer America (our American version of the Teenage Cancer Trust in the UK) which continues to do great work and this portion of our day contributes greatly to the success. Usually, this will be ignored or politely rebuffed. However, there are always one or two who cannot refrain from yelling something out. These special guests have been escorted in, but are kept about midway back in the seats to keep them from interfering with our work to be done. ![]() The band are in a chatty mood and talk amongst themselves with some reaction to the visitors in the VIP seats. This soundcheck is rather pleasant, too, with various experiments being done on our stage gear given the little bit of extra free time. This now allows us to set up a couple of hours later (needed sleep is accomplished, thanks very much!) and that will not affect the experience of our VIP visitors, who will still see the same stuff this afternoon – as their attendance starts when the band come in alone. The powers-that-be have decided in advance NOT to rehearse as much with the orchestra they’ve already played our previous rehearsal and show so not much rehearsal is needed. In fact, we have virtually the same orchestra here, and so our setup is much-improved. We are not far from our last show – not even a three hour drive. Moving On! Tour: Amalie Arena, Tampa, FL, September 22, 2019 ![]()
0 Comments
Leave a Reply. |
AuthorWrite something about yourself. No need to be fancy, just an overview. ArchivesCategories |