Archive for May 21st, 2009

Natalie MacMaster @ Claremont Opera House 28 May 09

May 21, 2009

When Natalie MacMaster walks on stage, anything can happen.
As she and husband Donnell Leahy neared the end of their TED Conference segment a few years back, the chirpy host announced a delay.
“We have ten more minutes,” he reported, almost giddy with excitement.
MacMaster, momentarily flustered, flashed a nervous smile and responded with a phrase that fans [...]

Local Rhythms – What Rock and Roll Lifestyle?

May 21, 2009

Whenever my small contribution to the local scene receives a compliment, I’m quick to defer to a more worthy subject.
Dedicated musicians make this column possible.
It’s a constant source of amazement what they’re forced to endure.  Nonchalant diners talk through sets, soused patrons insist on Skynyrd covers and pay to play schemes turn their rock and [...]