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I was very disappointed I missed the concert / performance due to the weather. With near blizzard conditions we decided to skip the drive from the Excelsior, MN area to down town St. Paul. I'd hoped the concert might have been rescheduled. I plan to see The New Standards some time soon. C'est la vie.
2 o'clock matinee show was billed as family friendly, so parents, and grandparents such as myself, braved a blizzard to bring their families to this event. Music was good, great to see and hear a variety of musical talent, but the sleazy bar banter between songs was offensive and eventually drove the families back out of the front doors of the theater. These amateurs forgot their audience. This show featured a so-called storyteller who proceeded to read from a crumpled piece of paper..a whining diatribe about his infantile need for an adult Santa because Christmas sucks..Haha....Wink wink ..Any kiddos left in the theater after that one? Not many, but I heard the guy on the piano dare parents to stay after this next crass tune.... after all, anyone who knows them should know better than to bring their families right? Leave the beer bottles backstage guys, and sober up for the show. You were surrounded by great talent and you blew it.
TNS were hot when the snow was coming down. Their Holiday Show was filled with surprises and special guests. Chan, John and Steve were in great form. I have to admit that I was a little concerned when they walked out in Cowboy garb for a holiday show but it was all good. The very cool thing was that they showcased their suporting musicians and friends in many songs. I'd highly recommend a New Standards Holiday show to everyone and we can't wait for next years show. Hopefully, we'll be able to see them at the Dakota in Minneapolis sometime soon!
Great show. Lots of guests from the twin cities musical community, but the band The New Standards themselves are more than worth the price of admission. Highly Recommended!
What a fun event....I think we've found a new Christmas tradition. It was creative, musically fabulous, highly energenic and thoroughly entertaining. There were times I thought I was in a friends living room madly singing show tunes, except for the fact mosts of my friends are tone deaf. Definitely making this show a Must See in my book, though I'd only get tickets for main floor seating in the future.
Live an hour away to the south. Couldn't make the show, snowstorm too heavy, tried to drive to the city but needed to turn back. Did all I could to get there. This is the first Holiday show we have missed by the New Standards. Can Ticketmaster refund my $$?
This show was fun for the whole family. The kids liked the standard holiday fare and the kidding around with Santa and his surly elf. Mom like the newer songs like "Toxic" and an Outkasts cover. Dad liked the older songs.
This show is a great way to rock in the holiday season. It is our 4th time coming and each time there has been some of their own songs, some holiday songs and some surprises. We love the way local musicians and dancers are incorporated into the show. Love the show! We think Steve is great too.
What a great group, and the show was geared for both child and adult alike. The group was able to blend their stylings with Christmas, what's not to like! Really enjoyed myself and the hour just flew by. I will definately go again next year, and hopefully get a chance to see them in their element at the Dakota. THANK YOU FOR A VERY ENJOYABLE SHOW ;o)
I hosted a group of relatives and friends as the annual get together with people from 21 years to 68, and everyone liked it. We enjoyed the quirky and whimsical touches: the trapeze, the DANCING (GREAT!) and Batucada do Norte (drummers) all wonderful. I would have appreciated a list of songs, there wasn't one in the program.
This show was great! There was quite a variety of musical guests which joined the New Standards for this holiday show. They also played some of their regular non-holiday numbers, including an old Suburbs' tune.
The was thoroughly entertaining from start to finish! Attending this show will become a yearly tradition for my entire family.
This was my first time seeing The New Standards Holiday Show. It was fantastic! So thoughtfully pulled together - it captivated me from the minute the boys walked on stage. Each new song delighted with its composition and the special guests who added to the magical mix. The right way to kick off the season! A must for me from now on.
Loved the variety of the show and that they always kept you guessing what the next act was going to be. The musicians, singers, dancer and special effects were fabulous! Makes me appreciate how much talent there is right here.
I had been hearing for a couple of years that the New Standards' holiday show was a 'not to be missed' event - this was my first time and I'll be back again. The only thing that kept it from 5 stars was that I was not crazy about the spoken word pieces from K. Lanpher and Matt Wilson's rendition of 'Snowbird'. (and I normally really like Matt Wilson, I think it was just a goofy/off choice of material) Chris Koza was outstanding, the drum corps for 'Little Drummer Boy' were great, it was a treat to see Max Ray from my old faves the Wallets in the saxophone section. I'll be back.
I am a huge fan of the New Standards, so it's sad to write that their annual holiday show at the Fitzgerald Theater was only so-so, at least on Friday, Dec 3, when I attended. This is the first year that the event was expanded from 1 night (as it has been in years past) to 2 nights plus a Sunday family matinee. I think the effect of this programming change was to dilute the impact of any one show (or at least the Friday show). There was less variety in terms of guest performers, although all guest performers were wonderful. It just seemed that less was less. I must add that I am not a fan of Katherine Lampher's contributions to the show. The tone of her readings were maudlin which deflated their potential humor. And they really didn't ring true. If you have not attended a previous New Standards Holiday show, you might be delighted with the experience. Since I have the memory of two previous stellar shows, I found this most recent one lacking by comparison.
It was like being in the audience at the Lawrence Welk show. Good music for people who don't like music. Lame. Cloying. Let's call it uninspired.
These guys really put on a show. Lots of different guests, great musicianship and comraderie evident on stage. The audience was treated ike family and made to feel included. No pretentiousness, just a great night.
Great evening. It was like a party in the lobby when we got there. Everyone in great spirits. The boys put on a very entertaining show, with a great cast of supporting singers, dancers and musicians. A real credit to Chan and John for pulling all the Twin Cities connections. Steve is the silent magician - a real treat to see and hear. Only complaint is minor, and that is that the logistics and bathrooms in the Fitz are terrible. I know it's on the historic register, and once we were in our seats it was fine, but getting to our seats and the ONE bathroom was frustrating.
This is my third time seeing the christmas special with TNS and every year it just gets better and better. I think this kind of display of music at it's purist level is not seen that often. The highlight of the evening was with Dan Wilson and Gary Louris singing together. That was completely amazing. As always though the main band provides such a solid backdrop for the guests and their level of musicianship is unparalleled. If you have not seen this show then it is a must go for you next year!
