Amazing Musical Sunday

We're in London, continues...

Yesterday was an Amazing day of music. And that is Amazing with a capital A.

First, John and I went to a concert at the Barbican by Philip Glass performing Music in 12 Parts. It was fabulous. We were in the third row so we got to see all the musicians up close, especially Philip Glass. It was completely wonderful.

Then we hurried home because our friend/houseguest Mary had prepared a very special evening: a private concert by our friend Laurence Cummings on my new harpsichord!

I'm verklempt!

He played Couperin and Bach and then for a special surprise he sang some Purcell. Gorgeous. He is such an extraordinary musician. I can't believe I know him.

After the music we all had dinner that Mary and Eliza had prepared and it was yummy. The champagne flowed all evening.

It was one of the most special evenings of my life. Seriously. To have a musician who I have admired for years playing in my house just for me is something I would never have imagined happening. Thank you, Mary and Eliza, for making it happen. And a huge thank you to Laurence for your generosity and kindness. I am so lucky to have such wonderful friends.

Comments

[kirsty hawkshaw]

Oh Jan this looks wonderful! I am such a huge Glass fan and I MISSED IT!

And Laurence played so beautifully - what a treat :)

That pic of John is one of my faves - definitely wish I was there LOL

kxxx