WOW! That’s all I can really think of to say about the concert last night. I’ve seen the Barenaked Ladies quite a few times, but the concert last night has to be one of their best. It’s all the little things that the guys do to make the show enjoyable for everyone.
We arrrived at the venue at 7pm – just as the doors to the auditorium were opening. We made our way to our seats – 3rd row center! – and were getting ready for a great show that was set to begin at 7:30. While we were waiting, I looked over to my left and saw Steven Page signing autographs. Down the other aisle was Ed Roberts. Jim Creeggan was up one level, along with Tyler Stewart. Maybe it’s just the concerts that I normally go to, but I don’t ever recall seeing the band come out to sign autographs before the show!
After the opening act, the show opened with a local Calgary boys and girls choir taking the stage. They sang a few Christmas carols and then were joined by the Barenaked Ladies for 3 more carols. Again, just another touch by the Barenaked Ladies to make this holiday show one to remember for everyone. They played a great mix of old songs, new songs, Christmas songs, and they even invited the Calgary Accordion Association up on stage to join in on If I had $1,000,000.
I also have to hand it to the guys for having such great energy up on stage. With it being so close to the holidays, I’m sure they are anxious to get home to their families, but they didn’t make it seem that way at all. Every time I’ve seen them, they’ve always been very lively on stage and last night was no exception. Over 2 hours of music and lots of fun!
If you want to check out the pictures I took of the great evening, you can see them here!