Wynton!

I saw Wynton Marsalis and the Lincoln Center Jazz Orchestra friday night at the Red Butte Garden Amphitheatre. I went with my wife and my good friend, Cory, who unfortunately was flying solo that night because his wife ended up staying home with a sick baby. The concert was sold out, but nobody seemed to be waiting at the gate to buy one ticket, so unfortunately Cory had to get two tickets-worth of enjoyment out of one set of ears.

Well I must say, Wynton is one cool cat! Every word out of his mouth, and every note out of his instrument just drips with style. Most of the stuff they played was stuff that couldn't even be attempted by 99% of college bands - it was that smokin' hot! The only thing I couldn't figure out is why they only need 3 trombones when every other big band in the world uses at least 4. I guess there weren't 4 good ones in the universe.

Anyway, highly recommended if you get the chance to hear these cats play live.

Speaking of Marsalises, next Saturday, I'm going to see the Police! Yeah, those Police! Sting and everybody! I don't think Branford will be there, but maybe? Can't wait!