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I enjoyed the performance. It was interesting to get the history of the band and each member.
Zucchero’s voice was amazing. The band was a stripped down version of the Europe tours as usual. The drummer was new and brought a different flavour and was very good. I miss the old drummer. I found the band members who played instruments very reserved compared to past shows in Toronto. The background vocalist was amazing. Toronto crowds are very reserved and that may explain why there was only 1 song encore. Despite that thank good Zucchero keeps coming back to Toronto.
Zucchero himself and his band is 5plus stars. Roy Thompson hall is not the right venue at all for this genre of music. Lighting was off, his backdrop is lost on stage and the sound control booth was a terrible distraction on stage instead of back of house. Nothing beats Massey hall for Zucchero.
I've been following this show since 2014, but it blew me away to see the songs performed in-person. It was nothing short of amazing, and I'd definitely see it again!
The Tenors did not disappoint. A very well put together program, beautifully executed. A Christmas gem for sure.
First time at the venue. Stunning.
It was great, I wish there were a couple songs from Kveikur or one more from Valtari
Really should have had a string section to bring latest songs to life in this beautiful venue.
9-piece band behind him. Such a focused and tight set. Sounded so good in Roy Thomson hall!
Magical. One of the best performances, if not the best, I’ve ever been a part of
PMJ is amazing! The singers and musicians are phenomenal, and I would highly recommend going to see them. My only feedback is that the sound at Roy Thomson Hall was really bad at this concert, which I didn't expect this from this venue. There was a very noticeable echo from the mics that interfered with the sound quality and therefore the performances. It was distracting and took away from my enjoyment of the concert. It was really unnecessary to use these types of mics for performers with such powerful voices. I hope this issue is fixed or that PMJ uses a different venue for future concerts.
Really extraordinary concert. The setting was intimate and laid back. I knew no one there but it felt like a big gathering of friends and family. Jean-Michel invited his audience right into the music, and the reward was truly beautiful. I would have paid easily twice what I did for the experience. You will never hear the same piece in the same way twice because of the way he improvises. I've seen him twice now, and it was like a brand new unheard album both times. You owe it to yourself to hear him in concert!
A uniquely talented composer,musician and vocalist . Great to see her touring with the larger ensemble again.
I you aren’t moved at this show, seek help!
Great show and they made it with an Orchestra Behind them. The close with the Springsteen Cover was amazing. Welcome home you two.
Matt could read from the phone book and it would be compelling. Movie and Q & A were nicely different, and I enjoyed the new music very much. It’s pretty obvious there are some immediately accessible songs on the new record, can’t wait to enjoy repeated listenings. Light Years already haunts me......
They kicked it up a notch during the encore, but still I didn’t get to hear them do Mistaken for Strangers! Maybe in Hamilton!
Loved the movie, Q & A, full album of new music concept. I always enjoy them love.
This concert was everything I hoped it would be. And what's more, I think the lighting was equally as breathtaking as the music (which is saying a lot!). I'm so thankful that this performance came to Toronto.
Amazing. Loved the tap dancing. And all the costume changes. Roy Thomson Hall is a great venue.
As good as it was the last time he was here in Toronto! Although I think the TSO may have forgotten to tune one of his pianos. 🙁
Beautiful performance. Olafur and the violinists, cellist and drummer came together in a masterful way, heartfelt and full. My favourite was the last song - Lag fyrir ommu - and before it, his story about his grandmother. You can feel the piano singing out and then, from heaven, the violin replying. Be still. What a performance - Olafur is also an engaging story teller - sharing with the audience between songs. My second Olafur show (first was part of Illuminite)...Waiting for the next one already.
Ólafur and the band were absolutely amazing! The music and lighting were beautiful, the venue (Roy Thomson Hall) was a perfect location, and he was super humble and funny as well. If I had to give one critical feedback, it would simply be to wish the show was longer lol. Hope to see him again soon!
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