What a FABULOUS show and what a privilege. These guys are a very talented bunch that love what they do. Last year in 2019 I took photos of the Roof Goats at their Fringe Festival show at the Bunbury Entertainment Centre, so I was thrilled to do so again.
Their show, which was a mixture of styles, kept the audience enthralled and entertained. And was an amazing collaboration between all the singers, musicians, dancers, choreographers, and back up musicians, involved.
Mid last year The Roof Goats asked for photographic submissions from the general public, to which they wrote music and lyrics for the show. The results were outstanding. I hope they bring out a cd.
If I have to pick a favourite, mine would be "Little Swan" written by Michael McIntyre, who was accompanied by his beautiful singer daughter Lydia. Mike is Mauritian and the piece was inspired by an old photo taken of a group of Mauritians on a boat which sailed across the Indian Ocean to Western Australia. Part sung in creole, this wistful song speaks of their longing for their homeland and family.
You can see the photo in the background here.
This piece was followed by a jaunty upbeat not-a-sea-shanty "The Mannie Swan".
I also really enjoyed "Your Hands" written by Geoff Robinson and Brad Snelling about the bonds between brothers and sisters.
Our Sol y Sombra Spanish Dance Company Artistic Director Nicole Kostezky again danced to some of the music - "That Girl" written by Nick Maher
And no this is not a young guys band....they are right in my era... no wonder I love them!
Thank you Roof Goats - Peter, Todd, Damian, Nick, Mike, Geoff and Brad.
In this pic below you can see artists Jeannie Lewis painting a "Live art" during the performance of "Shadows and Light" . The piece was auctioned after the show.
More photos can be seen on my Facebook page @ Life Images by Jill
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Wednesday Around the World at Communal Global hosted by Randomosity.
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Happy you enjoyed your musical evening. Thanks for sharing your photos
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Jill - congrats on being asked to document their rehearsal. Looks like a fabulous show. And probably not a coincidence that your fellow dancer performed to a couple of the songs.
ReplyDeleteI went to their FB page to try and listen to some of the songs, but I only got a small sample. I suppose I need to go to another site?
Thanks for linking to Mosaic Monday!
sadly no, I don't think they have their music up anywhere yet.
DeleteThank you Jill for your kind comments, summary and marvellous photographs. As performers we don't get to see the audience's perspective and you do it so well. Much appreciated.
ReplyDeleteThank you for the opportunity Geoff and for your comments. It was a fabulous show and I enjoyed taking the pics. Looking forward to a cd???
DeleteWe have recorded the show as a live performance and will be releasing it as soon as it is ready. We will post the details on Facebook.
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DeleteI love the band's name, Roof Goats! And, the concept behind their songs, brava! From your words and photos, I can tell you and everyone at the concert had a wonderful time.
ReplyDeleteOh this looks like such a feast to the senses - and different branches of the arts, even painting (this is actually the first time I have seen someone paint at a music concert - haven't seen this here yet in America. From what you write, there is also much diversity in their musical numbers. Many thanks for sharing this concert with All Seasons. Hope they'll come to America sometime! Have an artful week!
ReplyDeleteLooks like a fabulous evening of music! Thanks for sharing your photos.
ReplyDeleteI'm so glad to see you at 'My Corner of the World' this week!
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What a privilege! Looks like a terrific evening!
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Hello Jill, looks like a wonderful show. The bands name us interesting. Great report and photos from your evening. Wishing you a happy day!
ReplyDeletethank you all dear friends for stopping by. I really do appreciate your messages. I will try to get back to you all this week. Have a great week.
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