The late John Prine Blues

Been thinking about John Prine today, who very sadly was a victim of Covid-19 last week. 

He wrote songs that could be sad, funny, profound and surreal, all at the same time. Good music for our current times perhaps.

Thank you so much Mr. Prine.

Pink Moon

Painting the ‘Pink Moon’ yesterday for the 'Michael Harding Giveaway: painting in an odd situation competition’. 

Nothing remarkable for me about the location, especially in our current isolated situation but ‘plein air la nuit’ is definitely a new one for me.

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Age of Endeavour

Went to ‘The Age of Endeavour ‘at Bonhams; a fascinating exhibition of 100 artefacts to celebrate 100 years of the Racing Bentley, all chosen from the collection of Ian Andrews.
Many thanks to Benjafield’s Racing Club and to Sholto Gilbertson of Bonhams for the invitation.

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'Joni 75'

Even if you only have a passing interest in her music, you should check out the film of the concert, heldlast November to celebrate the 75th birthday of Joni Mitchell.

The film is being shown at certain cinemas as a ‘one night only ‘ show and I saw it a few days ago.

Of course, Joni doesn’t perform any more due to ill health and as with most tribute concerts, opinions will vary about different musicians interpretations of much-loved songs. But what came through for me is the strength, variety, complexity and extent of the song catalogue itself. But then I am extremely biased….I love Joni Mitchell.

Best bit for me was Diana Krall playing ‘Amelia’ and interacting with Chris Thomas on bass…beautiful.

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