Finally got to see Gordon at Milngavie last night! And was not dissappointed, he was exceptional. Hats off to him for putting on such a wonderful show for what turned out to be a surprisingly small turnout. He took the stage at around a quarter to 9 and with only a small break didn't finish until 11.30. (Not many acts these days perform for that length of time.) He did dedications, he did requests, he rejigged his set to accomodate a couple of called out favourites, and he managed to please everyone with a variety of musical styles throughout the night. Jeepers he even got away with playing 'God save the Queen', and this just a stone throw away from Labour's heartland of Glasgow. What a brave man
My personal highlights of the evening had to be 'on Camber Sands', closely followed by 'Mrs Singer's Waltz'. Had he performed 'Sally's song' I'd personally have been ecstatic (so it's probably just as well he didn't!) I was amazed at Dodo's dream - you'd really have thought there was a whole band playing by the time he had laid down all the different layers.
What most pleased me was to find a musician who's been on the go for a good number of years and is so well respected in his field, still being so personable and - dare I say it - humble. There's many a musician not half as talented as Gordon who would have turned there noses up at performing to such a small audience. But Gordon thrilled us with his playing and charmed us with his self effacing humour. I for one really hope he can come this way again soon. I know a good few folk who would love to hear him live for the first time. Haste ye back Gordon!
To Sue - thanks for helping to make this happen for us, your a star!
