Hidden Stars
Everytime we buy a ticket to an event like a concert we buy them with a certain expectation attached. We expect the performers to have a certain level of talent. Perhaps we are already a big fan of the act so we know we are in for a treat.
I absolutely love when I find what I call 'Hidden Treasures'. These treasures are not always found on a big stage or a packed venue. These hidden stars are often found playing in pubs and hotels across the country. Perhaps they also play to bigger audiences but to see them in action in smaller venues is so exciting. On a recent night out I was treated to a very high level of musical entertainment at the Grand Killarney. Downstairs a group of traditional musicians played tunes with such ease and skill that it looked like they were born playing those instruments! I was lucky enough to sing a few songs with them and I am always blown away at how quickly a talented group like that can accompany you, with no practice, just a 5 second discussion about the key in which the song will be sung.
I then went upstairs to the Liquid Lounge where the incredibly talented Jack Patrick Healy is the resident entertainer. He takes the punters on a musical journey through so many genres and with such ease that I sometimes want to tell everyone to stop talking so we can sit and hear every note! This man really knows how to put on a show and he creates an cabaret-like atmosphere that I have never experienced anywhere before.
When I think about some of my most memorable experiences of hearing extremely talented musicians, they often took place away from the stage. The combination of a high level of talent and an intimate setting can actually make you feel like you were part of a special musical moment that has been frozen in time. To be that close to a powerful talent is a great experience. Perhaps this weekend you should go on a little 'hidden treasure' hunt around your town or village and see what gems you can find.
Everytime we buy a ticket to an event like a concert we buy them with a certain expectation attached. We expect the performers to have a certain level of talent. Perhaps we are already a big fan of the act so we know we are in for a treat.
I absolutely love when I find what I call 'Hidden Treasures'. These treasures are not always found on a big stage or a packed venue. These hidden stars are often found playing in pubs and hotels across the country. Perhaps they also play to bigger audiences but to see them in action in smaller venues is so exciting. On a recent night out I was treated to a very high level of musical entertainment at the Grand Killarney. Downstairs a group of traditional musicians played tunes with such ease and skill that it looked like they were born playing those instruments! I was lucky enough to sing a few songs with them and I am always blown away at how quickly a talented group like that can accompany you, with no practice, just a 5 second discussion about the key in which the song will be sung.
I then went upstairs to the Liquid Lounge where the incredibly talented Jack Patrick Healy is the resident entertainer. He takes the punters on a musical journey through so many genres and with such ease that I sometimes want to tell everyone to stop talking so we can sit and hear every note! This man really knows how to put on a show and he creates an cabaret-like atmosphere that I have never experienced anywhere before.
When I think about some of my most memorable experiences of hearing extremely talented musicians, they often took place away from the stage. The combination of a high level of talent and an intimate setting can actually make you feel like you were part of a special musical moment that has been frozen in time. To be that close to a powerful talent is a great experience. Perhaps this weekend you should go on a little 'hidden treasure' hunt around your town or village and see what gems you can find.
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