We had already seen Howe Caverns and someone suggested we visit ‘Secret Cavern’ just down the road. What a blast!
The entire place has a rather tounge-in-cheek attitude; very much the polar opposite of the Howe Caverns experience. For example. they encourage you to touch the stones. The cave itself is much smaller than Howe; there is a bit of ducking and twisting to get through some spots. They also turn the lights off behind the group so don’t dawdle or your be in the blackest place you’ve ever experienced!
This fountain was in a large courtyard just off a main throughfare in downtown Seville. The yard was enclosed by these beautiful pastel colored stucko buildings; most with arched windows and small wrought iron railed balconies.
I’ve seen Lyle 3 times, twice in the ‘Large Band’ formation. I prefer the large band for its greater depth of sound, broader dynamic range and diversity of tonal palette. During the course of the 2.5 hour show each of the 13 band members were highlighted to demonstrate their virtuosity. His wry humor, including an interaction with a sleepy 8 year old in the front row, was a delightful feature of this very entertaining and engaging show.
This is the second time I’ve seen him and he has grown as a performer. They performed ‘The Devil came up to Boston‘ and I was rolling in the aisle!
Because the series is family friendly they replaced the ‘harsh language’ with a whistle and it was hysterical! You can see a video of the original song in all it’s colorful language glory on YouTube here: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=zWVcIn7Q4Cc
This is Andrew Trube of JJ Grey & Mofros band illustrating an improper technique. He was swinging the instrument around by the cable and then slamming it down on the cymbals. I don’t think this is covered in his warranty.
