Outdoors, uncovered, open to the elements. Not so much the musicians, who, with all their electrical gear, have rudimentary cover over the stage, but the unprotected audience. The weather leading up to the gig was concerning, with frequent showers. We walked in the screened off area to see staff frantically wielding big blue rolls of paper towel, wiping away at drip-laden seats and tables. Fortunately the showers stayed away for the duration, allowing proper enjoyment of an excellent act.
Duo Emily and Graham were again accompanied by banjoist Jamie Francis, playing a mix of fasmiliar material and some songs which will be on their next album. The joy at having a live audience to perform to was immediately apparent - as was their rustiness in talking to one! But they soon settled into the routine and the singing and musicianship were still as good as ever. It sounds as Emily's voice may have improved over the last year. And Graham's imaginiative cello accompaniment and solos still surprise and delight.
Great to see them back in action, and not get wet in the process.
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