Carl Sandburg Visits Me In A Dream

Many of you may be aware of my absolute obsession with all things Andrew Bird.  His Birdness continues to produce both sonically and visually magnificent works of art.  He recently (2 weeks ago, and I’ve been negligent!) performed at a free concert at Millennium Park in downtown Chicago. The stunning ‘bandshell’ designed renowned architect Frank Gehry was the perfect eclectic backdrop for the one of the most eclectic, engaging, captivating artists I know.  This was my third time seeing Bird, and I have to say it was my favorite.  He was as intense as ever (his socks off and bow flailing) but he had this unmistakable moxie to him that made him even more affable.  The LED screens on and beside the stage also added to the allure, as they showed live footage of Bird from multiple angles.  Martin Dosh and the rest of Bird’s crew was also in attendance-on stage, that is-and together they put on an electric show.  As a long-time fan of Bird’s, the most amazing moment for me was towards the end when the people in the way back (you have to come on time, my friends!!) rushed to the front of the stage to sing along with Bird. It seemed the culmination of long journey for Bird as a musician-and a musician in Chicago.  To have such an enthusiastic outpouring of support must have been an incredible experience for him, and Bird looked obviously honored and touched.

Faronheit is so awesome, for they actually recorded the concert in excellently quality for you to enjoy!  And I’m sure they spelled Fahrenheit wrong on purpose…