Ellis Paul
Studio Concert Series: Ellis Paul
Thursday, May 10, 2007
Ellis Paul’s concert was simply stellar and his time at Blue Rock was a kind of homecoming for all of us.
His visit was like an old friend returning with fresh stories and songs. Folks from Pittsburg, Washington DC, and Norman, as well as some of our favorite Austinites and Wimberley friends, came out for the show. Ellis was in terrific form, playing and singing with soul and precision. Some of the highlights were “Maria’s Beautiful Mess,” “Jukebox on my Grave,” and two fun new children’s songs – “Dragonfly Races” and “Million Chameleon March.”
It was a beautiful Spring evening at Blue Rock. At one point Ellis stopped singing and invited us all to take in the last moments of the sunset off the back porch. A great moment was when Ellis unplugged his guitar and walked out into the room to sing and play completely acoustically.
This flying without a net shows the essential power of a song when in the hands of a master and inspired by great listening.
Our remarkable evening with Ellis was captured in HD video and multitrack audio by Blue Rock Studios’ excellent tech team. Lots of desserts and coffees were enjoyed, benefiting our new Wimberley Community Center. Everybody seemed to make new friends and a memory that will echo long and far.
Thanks to all of our gracious volunteers - we couldn’t do it without you. Enjoy these photos by Nathan Brown.
“His finely honed songs tell stories filled with images that sparkle like jewels.” — Roberta B. Schwartz, FAME
“Just close your eyes and see the stories unfold; from climbing the water tower to floating down fifth avenue in a taxi with an angel at your side. He is truly a classic.” — Amazon.com
“Ellis Paul is the best singer songwriter to come along in years and he just keeps getting better.” — Patricia Taylor
For more on Ellis Paul, visit http://www.ellispaul.com.
Comments
Sharon says:
My husband and I saw Ellis Paul at Blue Rock and had a wonderful evening. What a fabulous place for a concert!
Carol says:
The concert last night was fabulous. Thank you so much for making it possible. [Next month] we would like to include two friends who we think would love Blue Rock.
Vicki says:
Tom and I really enjoyed the Ellis Paul concert but I think he [Ellis] enjoyed it more than anyone!!!