Well, here I am, the new fiddle player. Firstly, I'd like to thank the band and supporters for being so welcoming and encouraging to me. It's amazing to have the opportunity to perform with such a talented group. I'm having so much fun learning new tunes and getting to know everyone, you guys are hilarious!! Our last gig at the Meadowbrook Hotel was brilliant. Paul and I decided that we would both wear purple for this gig but when I got there Paul insisted that my top was plum. Yes plum, not purple, plum! I've been informed that he's currently taking training at the school for fashion police. Anyway before the gig I had the opportunity to learn a little about Sarah. She absolutely loves the sky. I was wondering why I saw her outside staring in some sort of daze into the distance but that totally explains it.
We began the night with some smooth slow tunes and as the night went on we cranked it up with some powerhouse tunes. Sarah's voice was incredible! I'm so inspired. We also got the chance to try out a few new tunes we had only just learnt. The crowd absolutely loved it when we played Sevens and especially Tony who came and kissed my feet!
The coffee at the Meadowbrook Hotel is fantastic, not to mention on the house for the band! Did I mention I like coffee? Well, I proceeded to drink about 6 cups of coffee throughout the night. After playing Sevens, Sarah came over and gave me a hug and with the most surprised look on her face said, oh my gawd you are shaking. I was literally shaking from having so much coffee!
By the end of the night Mannie, Paul and Hayley were high from the performance, they were busy telling jokes and taking the piss. Hayley told this ripper of a joke about fridges falling on people heads. It was hilarious. Go Hayley!! Sarah was so tired she could barely walk. I said goodnight to everyone and proceeded to head out the door, when Paul said "You can't go yet, we haven't had pie." I'm thinking to myself...pie?what the? Paul went on to tell me that after every gig they go out get pie as a way of winding down. So I'm thinking we will go to a trendy cafe nearby but No they want to go to this dodgy servo around the corner that probably sells anything but meat in their pies! Mannie proudly tells us how he can eat a whole pie in only 2-3 bites. He didn't demonstrate but I've been warned not to get too close to him when he's eating pie not to mention chicken.
The night was over but our memories will last forever. It been a great introduction to gigging. I can honestly say I've never received so many compliments in my life. I am proud to be part this band. Mannie tells me that ...gigs only get better and better, so I can't wait for our next one!
Listening to Liz Carroll - The Silver Spear/The Earl's Chair/The Musical Priest
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