Patty Griffin: Angel Orensanz Center, 2/6/07
Words can’t describe how blissful it is to see and hear Patty Griffin perform live. I had only seen her once before, at a Barnes & Noble in-store while promoting Impossible Dream. Again, I was struck by one thought: I can’t believe such a voice, with such emotion, is coming out of this woman.
The concert, presented by The Artists Den, took place at the Angel Orensanz Center on the Lower East Side. I’d never been there before, and it’s one of the most beautiful venues I’ve ever seen. A former synagogue, the architecture and acoustics were simply breathtaking.
Allison Moorer opened with five or six songs. Patty came out, with band, and stuck mostly to her new record, Children Running Through. She played a few from Living With Ghosts and a handful from Impossible Dream, but sadly, none from Flaming Red or 1000 Kisses (my favorite). Guesting on piano: Ian McLagan! The band was phenomenal, and as I mentioned, Patty was just stellar.
We were sitting pretty far back, and I’m short, so my pictures aren’t up to my usual standards. Still, that 12x zoom came in quite handy last night.
If Patty comes to town, don’t even think of missing her. Tour dates!
Photos: Patty Griffin, Angel Orensanz Center, 2/6/07
February 7th, 2007 at 11:36 am
Great pics, Jason. I’m not familiar with this venue, but it looks fantastic to see a show in!
February 7th, 2007 at 12:36 pm
What a beautiful venue to see an incredible artist. I have seen her only once, back in ’98, and she was teriffic. Since then, her music has become even more special to me. I was not prepared to be so blown away by 1,000 Kisses (I think "Rain" is one of the most beautiful songs I’ve ever heard, and "Making Pies" is right up there, too) – kind of surprised that she wouldn’t do those. Will be picking the new one up ASAP. Thanks for sharing these beautiful shots.
February 7th, 2007 at 8:20 pm
Those pictures are stunning! That looks like an amazing venue.
February 9th, 2007 at 11:16 am
[…] Jason sees Patty Griffin live, the lucky shit, and then puts John Lennon’s “Woman” and Sheriff’s “When I’m With You” on an endless repeating loop in my brain. […]
March 12th, 2007 at 6:26 pm
That venue is beautiful!!! Your pictures are great. I saw Patty play at Mountain Stage and fell in love with the band that opened for her, the Last Town Chorus. I hope they tour together…