Post by Col on Mar 12, 2010 9:01:47 GMT
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Jethro Tull: Ipswich's magical maestros
Life’s a Long Song, is the prophetic title of a haunting tune from folk-rock legends Jethro Tull.
Living in the Past is another … but Ian Anderson and his merry musical band could never be accused of dwelling of the glories of yesteryear.
For more than 42 years, stretching magical music moments through six decades, the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s. 90’s. 00’s and now 10’s, 62-yearold Anderson and Co. continue to play to tens of thousands every year.
Last night at Ipswich Regent was no exception as a sell-out Ipswich throng was taken through a Jethro Tull masterclass – with Anderson and his axeman friend of all those years, Martin Lancelot Barre, in inspiring form.
They were, of course, back at one of the band’s favourite venues, where the Passion Play took place as the sixth concert of a 23-date tour.
There have been thousands of concerts, in dozens of countries, and Anderson reminded us that the band was in Mumbai, India, the day terrorists struck and killed hundreds and maimed many more.
A Jethro Tull charity ambulance is now on duty at Mumbai station – paid for by a Tull concert when the dust had settled and the dead and injured carried away.
The Ipswich audience loved the quality of a two-hour set when, for me, the highlight was a brilliant, moving, version of Budapest.
Other memorable tunes included Birthday Card at Christmas, Aqualung (of course) and Locomotive Breath, as the encore sensation … wholly appropriate on a night when steamer 70013 Oliver Cromwell roared through Suffolk and Ipswich.
Frontman Anderson is incredible – and still at the top of his game.
He is a great leader and although his singing may be a little strained at times, he remains the heart and spirit of Tull and his work on flute and guitar is outstanding.
He still is the prancing minstrel figure – although yesteryear’s cod-piece has now been banished to the wardrobe of history.
Tull have released 30 studio and live albums, selling more than 60million copies since first performing at London’s famous Marquee club.
They are maestros from another age, performing at the highest level today.
My group of music lovers, ex-Ipswich marketer Scott Dolling, Gav and Carrie from Felixstowe and myself had wonderful evening.
Jethro Tull: Ipswich's magical maestros
Life’s a Long Song, is the prophetic title of a haunting tune from folk-rock legends Jethro Tull.
Living in the Past is another … but Ian Anderson and his merry musical band could never be accused of dwelling of the glories of yesteryear.
For more than 42 years, stretching magical music moments through six decades, the 60’s, 70’s, 80’s. 90’s. 00’s and now 10’s, 62-yearold Anderson and Co. continue to play to tens of thousands every year.
Last night at Ipswich Regent was no exception as a sell-out Ipswich throng was taken through a Jethro Tull masterclass – with Anderson and his axeman friend of all those years, Martin Lancelot Barre, in inspiring form.
They were, of course, back at one of the band’s favourite venues, where the Passion Play took place as the sixth concert of a 23-date tour.
There have been thousands of concerts, in dozens of countries, and Anderson reminded us that the band was in Mumbai, India, the day terrorists struck and killed hundreds and maimed many more.
A Jethro Tull charity ambulance is now on duty at Mumbai station – paid for by a Tull concert when the dust had settled and the dead and injured carried away.
The Ipswich audience loved the quality of a two-hour set when, for me, the highlight was a brilliant, moving, version of Budapest.
Other memorable tunes included Birthday Card at Christmas, Aqualung (of course) and Locomotive Breath, as the encore sensation … wholly appropriate on a night when steamer 70013 Oliver Cromwell roared through Suffolk and Ipswich.
Frontman Anderson is incredible – and still at the top of his game.
He is a great leader and although his singing may be a little strained at times, he remains the heart and spirit of Tull and his work on flute and guitar is outstanding.
He still is the prancing minstrel figure – although yesteryear’s cod-piece has now been banished to the wardrobe of history.
Tull have released 30 studio and live albums, selling more than 60million copies since first performing at London’s famous Marquee club.
They are maestros from another age, performing at the highest level today.
My group of music lovers, ex-Ipswich marketer Scott Dolling, Gav and Carrie from Felixstowe and myself had wonderful evening.