No more results on this page
I have been a fan of the Moody Blues since I was a teen back in the 70's. I've always wanted to attend one of their concerts. Although there was only the drummer from the band now, the singers and orchestra did a fantastic job and it was heaven to listen to them. Although attending a concert with almost all of us being seniors was very different from attending a concert in my teens. Thank you so much!
hard to beat...................................................................................................
Very enjoyable evening. Go Now, Songs of the Moody Blues were so entertaining and Knoxville Symphony never disappoints...and the flutist was exceptional!
When I saw this, I was excited to see the Moody Blues performing in concert with the Knoxville Symphony Orchestra (KSO). The music was Moody Blues but the performers were not Justin Hayward, and/or John Lodge, the 2 living members of the band. The 4 performers were a band named Go Now. Gordy Marshall, drummer, toured the world with The Moody Blues for 25 years. For six of those years, he also toured with Justin Hayward on the arena tours of Jeff Wayne’s The War of the Worlds. He also learned to play the flute and played Ray Thomas' flute, named Sophie, and sounded just like him on the song. Mick Wilson (who mostly sang Justin Hayward's vocals and played guitar, sounded spot-on the songs that were played. Nick Kendall (lead guitarist, backup vocals) played the lead guitar just like the songs on the albums. Patrick Duffin, bass guitar, played the bass like John Lodge and sounded like him on the vocals. The group was good and played identical to the songs on the albums. Interesting enough, when the real Moody Blues played some of these songs, they were not exact to the songs on the album. Years ago, the Moody Blues came to Knoxville and played with the KSO for their Red Rocks tour across the country. Those songs at that time were almost identical to the songs on the albums. I was somewhat disappointed when I realized the real Moody Blues were not performing, especially at the high prices for tickets. This should have been made clearer with a better description of the performers and a link to their website. As a result, I'm giving it 3 stars for that reason. The music was 5 stars with the KSO and the performers, but the obsfucation and high prices dropped the overall rating.
Knoxville symphony’s performance of the “Music of the Moody Blues” along with the group”Go Now” was outstanding -far exceeding my expectations. What a rich and full, all encompassing experience that reignited my old memories and gave me new ones!
Moved here in last year and have been intending to go to the Knoxville Philharmonic since I arrived. Their pops concert with the music of the Moody Blues was a smart idea and a first chance for me to try them out. I'm going to go more often and for some of their regular performances. Their flautist did a Magnificent job with some difficult flute solos. While it was interesting seeing some of the regular grey haired philharmonic patrons settle into the more rock and roll pieces, they need to understand that the Moody Blues brought many a young listener back to classical music and the philharmonics as far back as their infamous Red Rocks performances with the Denver Symphony Orchestra. I was one of them. Great job Knoxville!
Great experience. Easy parking w pass, entrance and finding our seats. Great concert
Thoroughly enjoyed the show and the performance was great
The youth symphony is outstanding! Regarding KSO: The orchestra is very good, especially the large string section. Regarding this concert: First half before intermission was lively and crisp. Held the attention of the audience. After intermission, Ho-hum, literally. I personally love Mahler, however this was not a good choice to end the evening. Too long and relaxing. People in the audience were falling asleep! The woman right next to me had a nice little nap! No fault with the orchestra or musicality. The woman’s voice in the fourth movement was not suited for the child-like sound which is intended in this symphony. Again, no fault with her singing, just not right for this setting.
This event superseded my expectations. I am amazed at how beautifully choreographed the symphony played during the film. I will definitely take advantage of future events. This was a 10/10; KSO is a true gem for Knoxville, TN! Thank you!
Excellent show, It must be seen to be appreciated. The Philharmonic orchestra played perfectly in tune with the movie.
Third time seeing KSO but first pops concert with the movie soundtrack. I would go to these regularly if they were available. Would be neat for the KSO to do more of these.
The KSO's performance of the Star Wars score was terrific. It was interesting to hear the score I have heard too many times performed live. Certain instruments were more audible than in the recorded LSO performance from 1977, giving a different perspective on the music. The live score adds a dramatic element to the film viewing experience. Conversely, I dread any KSO performance I have to see at the Knoxville Civic Auditorium. I will forever resent the commission's decision to renovate the rather than demolish the Civic Coliseum/ Auditorium. The room swallows the sound coming off the stage rendering the performance thin and less powerful than it might otherwise be. I realize in order to afford to bring events such as live film score performances to town the largest possible venue is required, but it does detract from the overall presentation of the performance. For years I was skeptical of the live film score performances as they seemed gimmicky, but having attended the performance of Harry Potter and the Prisoner of Azkaban with my child a few years back, my attitude was turned around. I would recommend attending one of these events to everyone who is a fan of cinema and especially the art of the film score.
It was a great performance. We loved it. KSO is always wonderful!
The KSO really sounded amazing. It was so on point, so smooth, that at times I was so fixated on the screen, lost in the atmosphere, that I forgot they were playing, as if I were in a zone, hearing the perfectly recorded soundtrack to A New Hope, except it was perfectly present and clear.
The orchestras performance was excellent, couldn't have asked for more! Bravo! The auditorium was too warm, however. A family member in the upper balcony left feeling ill until he could get outside and cool down.
Wowzer! What a great experience! We both had an amazing time listening to the symphony play Star Wars a new hope. It was like seeing the movie for the first time. I a caught case of the goosebumps because the music played by a live orchestra was magic! I had the best time! Thank you Knoxville Symphony!!
KSO provided a spectacular performance! A wonderful way to introduce Symphony to a wider audience.
This was an amazing event for me and my wife. Loved the symphony orchestra as always. We had a wonderful time at this event. The audience got involved with the movie and the music. The only negative thing is that they need more restrooms for an event like this.
What an experience. The energy was great. Unforgettable experience
