Good Afternoon One-and-All and All-in-One!
Just woke up from a delicious nap. Last night I saw BETTY BUCKLEY in concert. She sang with a modern jazz quintet that included a "weeping" violin. The arrangements were VERY modern jazz, more a series of noises than rhythmic riffs. You really had to listen with new ears to get around it. She didn't completely abandon the traditional but, for the most part, the accompaniment was cacophonous. Her singing wasn't, however. Her voice was big or intimate depending on the song's meaning--and you could understand every word (young singers, take note). The performance wasn't in a small club either, like you'd expect . It was in a major performing arts center that was packed to the rafters--probably because also on the bill was Michael Crawford. At the end of the program, she got a standing ovation.
Here's the thing about Betty. She's INTENSE! And she takes risks! A couple of years ago, I saw her do a program of all originals and this was, again, in a major performing arts center for a mainstream audience, mostly older. You've got to admire her. She doesn't take the safe route, and that, IMO, is what makes you sit up and take notice. I can't wait to see what she does next. Brava, Betty!
P.S. I feel like taking another nap but, instead, I'll be making a pizza. Enjoy your Sunday!
