On Tuesday I went to listen to the jazz band that was performing at the Muse on University Avenue in Provo. It only cost three dollars at the door. This band has been together since December of last year, and they sounded very good. The saxophonist was extremely talented, and I enjoyed listening to them. They played very old tunes from the 1930's or earlier. They played a cover of "Somewhere over the Rainbow" famous from the Wizard of Oz.
I know we have not discussed much about music yet in class, but it would be interesting why these men were playing in a jazz band. It is a little sad how our society would rather do something else such as watch a movie instead of enjoying live music from very talented musicians. I know that I am guilty of such, because I have never been to the muse. I enjoy live bands such as jazz or other non-popular type genres, but I usually never go out of my way to see them. They are definitely talented, and I hope they find their way playing such good inspiring tunes.
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I'm with you... I wish I went out of my way more to support the underdogs. To heck with this streamlined society, I'm going back to the good ol' days.
ReplyDeleteI'm glad you went and enjoyed it. I saw a jazz band in New Orleans and it was extremely enjoyable to see such talented musicians out there having fun and making people happy. I hope that you keep going out and having these experiences after they're not required anymore. :)
ReplyDeleteWhat you say is so true about real, wholesome music not getting the support it needs. I'll admit I'm part of the problem. It takes so much effort. Especially when all the worthless music is always right there in front of you, on the radio and being advertised. I love that through this class I can actually find out when and where events are so that I can attend. Nowplayingutah.com is really useful.
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