Procol Harum Tickets

Classic: Procol Harum sounded great! Even loved the songs that I wasn't familiar with. Vocals and instruments were very good. Guitar rocked! PH should have got an opening act in the same music genre. Would go to see them again, as long as they had an appropriate opener. Strange: Sorry, but I'm not a fan of Renaissance. Never heard of them prior to the show. I should have done a little research before showing up. Not that they were horrible, but just not for us.... and apparently several others sitting around us who had very similar comments. Thought the music was interesting, but had trouble getting into the combination of the vocals and music together.

the best preform OS-OM Procol Harum after so many years still the best

Renaissance was one of my favorite bands back in the day and I still listen to their music today. When I heard they were getting back together (Annie Haslam and Michael Dunford) plus some others that were not from the original band, I was delighted. That they were appearing with Procol Harum, the first band I saw at The Spectrum in Philly, was cool. Procol Harum was never one of my favorite bands but one I don't dislike. Top all of this off that the concert was being held at Longwood Gardens and the promise was there for a magical evening. Since the price of the ticket ($$$) included admission to Longwood Gardens my wife and I arrived a few hours early and wandered around the grounds and conservatory. It was spectacular. We have been there before but not at this time of year. There was hardly anyone walking around the grounds so it was almost like we had the place to ourselves! The area they hold the concerts in, an open air "ampitheater" with plastic chairs was nice but it was open air. The weather folks were calling for rain and that would have really put a damper on the concert however it didn't rain!!! It was a pleasant evening, weather wise, with some nice breezes. Renaissance came out and put on a great show. The sound was surprisingly good. Annnie and the band were almost exactly as I recall sounding over 25 years ago. I was a bit disappointed that Annie didn't have a bit more interaction with the audience. She lives in PA from what I understand and Philly has always supported the band. They haven't played in so many years so it would have been nice to hear about some details of what they have been up to and future plans. Michael did say they have a new album coming out sometime next year but that was about the extent of it. Every tune they did was one that I liked, including the one new song. The crowd seemed to really love seeing them again and showed this by giving a few standing ovations. Procol Harum put on a good show. Strong vocals by Gary Brooker and very good lead guitar though I don't recall the gutarists name. They had a sound problem that came and went but was ultimately fixed. Again, everyone seemed to enjoy their performance by strong applause and standing ovations. If you are into either Renaissance or Procol Harum I don't think you'd be disappointed seeing either or both. Both bands still "have it" after so many years have passed since their beginnings. One last thing...I will be checking out other concerts at Longwood Gardens as it was a very unique and delightful place for such an event.

I hadn't been to a Procol Harum concert since 1972 at the Spectrum with my girlfriend. It was a pleasure to see a favored band of mine although the sound was sub par, especially with the Spectrum acoustics. As I recall Gary Brooker was quoted in the review the next day saying the person at the sound board should be shot. I think Gary must have been very pleased with the sound last evening in their concert at Longwood Gardens. The sound was excellent, the choice of songs ranged from old to new and the Longwood Gardens venue was a fantastic location for such a treat. The heavens threatened to downpour during the concert but we were lucky to leave no wetter than when we had come.

great concert at a great venue (as long as it doesn't rain). Two of my favorite bands, both in great form. Most amazing are the voices of Annie and Brooker, still in great shape and hitting every note as if they were still in their youth. The new song introduced by Renaissance sounded like their classics and I look forward to the upcoming new album. I'd go again in a minute.

Had to suffer through Renaissance first, but once their lackluster set was complete the real show started. Longwood Gardens is a fantastically small venue. Procul Harum brought the house down. Gary Brooker was in fine voice and Geoff Whitehorn was awesome on guitar.

Wonderful concert - I was not that familiar was most of the songs of Procol Harum - but enjoyed everyone of them. The musicianship was top of the line. Their lead guitar player blew my mind. Gary Brooker's voice was outstanding. Renaissance who played first also did a great job. Annie Haslams voice was just the way I remember it back in the 70's . Absolutely beautiful!

Absolutely awesome! Longwood Gardens is a great place for a show. I've waited to see Procol Harum for a long time and it was as wonderful as I thought it would be! Renaissance was a great way to open the show. She's still got it!

Procol Harum was excellent Venue was great. Staff was terrific.

Both bands were excellent. It is amazing after all these years the energy these rockers from the late 60's and early 70's still have the groove of their original music. And Longwood Gardens is a great venue for this or any other concert or event!

Absolute classic. The show , the sound, the performance was amazing. Gary B. has not lost his touch. The guitar player was a stand out as well. This guy can jam. Was third row center and blown away. If you like Classic old school rock, you need to see this show.

RENAISSANCE so happy to hear them once again!! looking forward to seeing them again. ' PROCOL HARUM unfortunately we had to leave early but enjoyed them thoroughly!! enjoyed the way they handled the organ connection problem! really liked the venue wish other popular bands would play there!

Great combination. Booker still has all the emotion from Mathew Fischer days. What bright kids they were in their 20's when their music was conceived with vocals, piano, B-3 Hammond organ and Leslie amp, bass and drums. Gary did several new numbers of which 2 I enjoyed. Played several more obscure album cuts which were down right amazing. Opened with Homburg. Does not seem to work off of a set list thought Whiter Shade was one of the encores. Renaissance still fresh, punctuated with classical riffs, amazing rhythm and instrumental harmonies. Annie Haslam sounds wonderful, it's the original line up. Must see both of these performances.

Both bands remain at peak performance levels with regards to muscianship and vocals. Hearing Annie Halsam back in 1977 fronting for Renaissance, and hearing her the other night, her voice has NOT changed!!! Absolutely amazing... and the same can be said for Gary Brooker of PROCOL. He sounded just as he did on the recorded albums from 40 years ago. The accompanying band members for each group were also still on top of their games. I am, and have been a professional muscian, so nothing was going to get by me... and there was nothing negative, musically. The was a problem with Josh Phillips Hammond Organ from the very first number of Procol's act, and it was too bad that a key organ solo was not to be had as a result of some technical issue. The sound quality was fantastic...kudos to the Tropicana!

Procol Harum still one of the greats, they put on an excellent show.

Dispite equipment problems, which the tech. staff seemed ill equiped to handle, Procal Harum was able to "shine on brightly". Brookers voice was worth the price of admission, the insturments were a bonus. Great show, Great songs, Great time. I'd love to see Gary Brooker team up with Jack Bruce for a tour. The combination of those two voices, JUST THINK.