So first of all, the concert was amazing but I probably would have enjoyed it more had there been more of the music I know better. And I would have preferred a sound balance that emphasized the orchestra a teeny bit better. And I sort of thought that Elton and his band, backed up by a choir and a full orchestra, would have done a knock-your-socks off version of "Circle of Life," but instead, they did, as their final encore, an incredible, incomparable, stunning rendition of "Your Song."
What made it all that amazing? The special guest, my favorite diva and yours, the inimitable Renee Fleming. Yes, two divas, Elton and Renee, sharing the stage.
I came in my pants and yelled so hard I lost my voice.
But it was worth it.
God damn, was it worth it.
Posted by Jon at July 14, 2004 12:17 AM | TrackBack