Like I anticipated, it was a great day! I met Steve and Bets at the Arclight to see Sweeney Todd. Quick review: Loved it! [But a warning: It's really gory!] Then I had to jump on the freeway to get to the OC for caroling. I hit slow traffic almost from the second I merged on. I began to realize that although I had alloted three hours to get there I was also in the midst of Friday holiday getaway traffic. I planned my route and prayed, and I must say that I've become a pretty masterful navigator. While it doesn't always work, this time getting off on surface streets at one point got me to my call on time and even gave me time to stop for coffee. Whew!
And the gig proved to be well worth the drive. I was part of an "all sub" quartet filling in at the Summit House restaurant in Fullerton. I had worked with Greg, Julie, and Beth at various times over the years and there was a lot of experience between us. Well, we just fell into an amazing blend and rapport. We had a great time with the guests, but I think we had an even better time with each other and the music we were making – great tuning, cutoffs, dynamics, listening, and just plain fun personalities. I don't want to brag on us too much, but I think it was an ideal quartet situation. And I think guests noticed. The tips were pretty darn amazing. So yay!
Now I'm winding down and getting set for a good night's sleep before heading off to Beverly Hills to make faces all day tomorrow. So take care, all! Peace and love.
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Yep, that was one fantastic gig! Thanks for helping to button up my season on such a high note (actually, I was solid on all my low notes, too!). I received a call to do another sub gig today, but I turned it down because I wanted to remember the season as it ended Friday night, December 21st.
Thanks, Justin, Julie, and Beth. Y'all Rock!
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