… a lot during the past two nights, really pushing Summer out quickly. That season seemed a lot longer when I was younger, plenty of time to get things done. Maybe I was doing less (?)
Nevertheless, it looks like Avril is coming back on the schedule. In addition to being too short on time, Summer is always too short on business, especially in Philly. Being a very new business, the restaurant struggled thru the warm season and the owners are looking forward to bringing things back to speed for the Fall. I’ll probably be returning for my solo Saturday evenings beginning 9/25. It’s not listening room, unfortunately, as it seats about 40 in total and it’s BYOB — but Christian has a great menu and knows how to prepare it. The food is French bistro-style with a hint of northern Italian and the room is small, relaxed and friendly. Check it out: http://AvrilBYOB.com. Worth the trip even if I’m not playing….
Looking forward to seeing Preston Reed this Saturday at PSALM in the Overbrook section of Philly. Since he’s moved to the UK he doesn’t show up stateside much so this is rare. I’ll be on my way up from a gig in Delaware so I may be a bit overdressed….
We did have a great gig at Witherspoon Grilll in Princeton — a bit light in attendance (post-holiday, after all) we kept pushing the music throughout the night. I am getting very comfortable with the Cort-Steinberger on the group gigs. It may not be what comes to mind for a jazz musician to use but it plays easy and sounds just like my Hagstroms….! Still dealing with mid-life guitar crisis.
About time I slept. Actually indulged in some TV programs via DVD, namely Moonlight — great series with great storylines and acting. I’m not a vampire fan but this was an intelligent, well-produced show. Canceled after less than one season, I believe, which puts it up there with Firefly, Invasion, Jericho…. rare TV shows that weren’t homogenized templates week after week. I guess reality TV has an impact and numbers (of viewers) speak louder than quality……
Until next time, stay well.
