A Non-Classical Musical Experience

#4. See Mumford and Sons, The Fray, Gregory Alan Isakov, and/or the Punch Brothers live in concert.

As a classical musician, I go to a LOT of concerts. But they're usually classical concerts (sometimes jazz), and I've found that going to non-classical concerts--"rock" concerts"--is a hugely different experience, one that I enjoy immensely. I fell in love with Gregory Alan Isakov's music two years ago during a rough patch when a friend introduced me to his song Big Black Car. I started listening on Spotify and in February when I saw he was coming to Boston this month, I had to buy tickets. After what seemed like ages, April 14 finally arrived--show time!

Emilie and I arrived at The Sinclair in Cambridge 30 minutes before the doors opened, so we bought an appetizer from the restaurant next door (somewhat associated with the venue) and talked while we waited for it. There was a line already for the doors to open, so we joined and waited patiently. Even though it was cloudy, at least it wasn't raining!

The most AMAZING deviled eggs: dinner!

We didn't have to wait too long until they opened up the doors and we went inside. We were early enough to grab one of the very few chairs at a table up on the mezzanine level. Otherwise, we would've been standing the whole time!


The opener went for about 40 minutes, and then Isakov came out with his whole band. I was surprised because I thought it would just be him. But there were also 4 guys playing drumset, violin, cello and guitar/banjo.

An Acoustic Moment

They played for almost an hour and a half, and came out after they were "done" to play another song, this time with the opening act. It was a great way to end the concert.

Emilie and I both had a great time! For now I'll consider this crossed off my list. But that doesn't mean I won't go to other concerts by my favorite artists (and blog about them too!)!

3 done. 27 to go!