I got to do that this past Friday, when I went to the Hollywood Bowl and saw not a good, but a great concert. Earth wind & Fire teamed with the L.A. Philharmonic to rock the bowl in front of a sold out audience.
What a combo. The night began with a bowl tradition when the Philharmonic is there, they played the National Anthem, and we all stood and sang with pride. The orchestra then did an interesting Duke Ellington piece, and then EW&F came on stage.
When I go to a concert with bands from the 70’s I wonder how their voices will hold up. With three of the originals on stage and Mr. EW&F himself Maurice White, who can no longer perform, taking a bow, I was amazed how great their voices still are. EW&F will celebrate 40 years together in 2011. There are other 70’s groups who have lost their voices and people cringe when they go for the high notes. Not a problem for Philip Bailey who can still hit all of the high ones and brought us to our feet.
What a way to start the Labor Day weekend. The crowd around me was into it and with the exception of one lady who snuck into out section and showed us all how not to dance, she was escorted out by the way, we were all just enjoying an amazing concert, and the night ended with EW&F along with the Philharmonic, enjoying, playing, and singing, along with an outstanding fireworks show to go along with the music.
So for a few hours I was transported back in time when life was much simpler for me. To be able to smile and remember the good times for a couple of hours made all things right with the world.
A Big THANK YOU to the Hollywood Bowl, EW&F and the Philharmonic for such a joyous evening!!
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