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Nanci put on a great show. Her voice is still incredible and her running commentary was very humorous and entertaining. We're still talking about what a great time we had at this concert.
Nancy Griffith's concert last Tuesday night was wonderful. The audience was warmed up with a first set performed by the Kennedys. Their subtle harmonies and interweaving guitars were a real treat. Their sense of humanity was present in the songs. Nancy came out after a short intermission to a crowd that obviously loved her and was waiting anxiously. She performed many of her old hits, including "From a Distance" and "It's a Hard Life" as well as newer material including "The Loving Kind". The stories that accompanied the songs were endearing and entertaining and her humor made the evening a very enjoyable event. Her singing was as strong and nuanced as ever, showcasing her mastery of a wide range of emotions, from tender to forceful. She was casual and relaxed and made us in the audience feel like we were in her living room, listening to an old friend. A strong sense of caring for others and awareness of social justice pervaded many of her songs. The evening ended with a standing ovation and Nancy graciously offered "Carolina". I left with a feeling of having been transformed, inspired and a sense of thankfulness for so much beautful music, that night and over the years from Nancy Griffith.
Great venue, great sound, amazing singer-songwriter and spirit. Band members are equally awesome.
Another phenomenal performance by Nanci Griffith. A wonderful, intimate venue - not a bad seat in the house. Nanci was terrific as usual and it was a thoroughly enjoyable performance. Fantastic as usual!
Nanci Griffith is DA BOMBASTIC BOMB !!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I had never seen Nanci in concert before, but I new she would probably deliver a solid performance and I was not disappointed. The Kennedy's were a great opening act and a wonderful backup duo to Nanci. She was especially good at relating to her audience with a lot of story telling and background for each number. My only complaint was the lack of cooling or ventilation in the Aladdin Theater. It was not that warm of an evening and still the place became uncomfortably stuffy. Otherwise it was a memorable evening with one of country folk's grand dames.
Nanci Griffith was wonderful, as expected. She sang all the songs that I hoped for, and did a nice job with the intros to them. The unexpected pleasure (for me, at least) was her opening act: Pete and Maura Kennedy. They did a great set on their own, then provided the harmony vocals and guitar work for Nanci during her set. I would buy tickets to see them on their own anytime.
I last saw Nanci Griffith play in Washington DC in the 1980s. Her music resonated with me as a young adult, and still does now as a 50 something with a few more responsibilities. My kids sang along to her songs while they were growing up, and she is still inspirational on both a musical and a personal level. At the Aladdin in Portland, Ms.Griffith played both old and new songs, and had good warm up musicians. The concert was just right in terms of the venue and songs played. She tells great stories, both with her songs and in between her songs live!
The entire show was so great! Nanci's set was uninterrupted pleasure.
It was a perfect summer evening at the zoo and Nancy only made it better with her beautiful music and sininging. She really speaks to the crow and relates with them. It was a perfect venue for her music. Loved the evening.
Nanci at MN zoo was unbelievable! She looks so thin and old....much older than her real age 50 something.....is she ok? cannot stand that thought of losing her!
Nancy was jn great form and the weather was perfect. We never miss a Nancy Griffith concert whenever she is in the Twin Cities and the MN Zoo music venue is one of the best places to see a concert, provided it is not too HOT!
Wow, I say again, wow! Ms. Griffith was phenomenal, her musical ability and her stage presence are so real. She enjoyed the audience, she wasn't just there to do her 90 minutes & leave the stage. As I get older, I see the performers getting older & either they are there for the money or they are there because they feel blessed to still be able to do what they love to do & honored that people still care. Her band are also incredible musicians, very talented with great stage presence. Venue is so great, the setting is so intimate and being outside with good sound is so much fun! Especially in MN land of snow! I know that Nanci suffers from arthiritis in her hands, as I also do, I am amazed that she works through the pain with so much love for the music. Thank you for a night I will never forget (until the alzheimers sets in)
I have listened to Nanci Griffith's music for decades, to that odd point where I feel she is an old friend. She gave us a great mix of old songs and some new. I enjoyed the Kennedys, who were playing with her that evening. There was a cohesive feeling with the performers and the audience, and the background of the outdoor sky and landscape at the amphitheater added to the evening.
Love Nanci's music and its unfortunate that the years have taken a toll on her guitar work and vocals. Although a pair of great musicians that backed her up really carried the evening. probably tough to do two nights in a row with arthiritus. However all the politics I could live without. Its unfortunate that even at concerts these days performers have to make such an effort to divide us by politics.
It was an amazing event.Nanci sang and played perfectly.Nanci played old and new songs that brought back glorious memories.The backup players/singers enhanced a performance I will always remember.
Row E center seats just might be the best vantage point in this little arena. nanci was spot on vocally, and sang from a broad spectrum of her repertoire (I appreciated this since I'm not as familiar with her recent recordings), She tended to ramble a bit between numbers but I chalk this up to her quirky personality. Nice to be able to imbibe right in the seats, and will follow the example of others and bring those camper-type seats next time that offer a bit of back support. All in all, this was an excellent show.
loved loved loved loved it! Nanci is one of my all time favorite artists!
Great concert. She started out with one of my favorites and continued all the way to the end.
She is one of the finest singer-songwriters to grace a stage.
