Bethel Woods incredible show
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My spouse and I loved the show. There were 11 in the band, plus appearances by Edie. The arrangements/instrumentation were beautiful. Unique sound due to the adjustments for Paul's hearing. It was interesting and touching to watch him interact with eye contact and gestures. He sounded good and was very gracious. We were wowed by the amount and quality of music he shared as well as the talent and care of everyone on stage.
I wish i had taken a few more notes about the various solos which were wonderful.
Crowd noise was bothersome during Psalms, I just tried to tune it out as best I could. I would love to hear this piece in a more intimate setting.
7/3/2026
Seven psalms. When Paul sang "I need you by my side/My beautiful mystery guide" he looked tenderly at Edie
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Graceland
Slip slidin' away
Train in the distance
Homeward bound
Late great Johnny Ace
Father and daughter
Under African skies (Edie)
Rene and Georgette Magritte
Rewrite
Spirit voices
Cool cool river. Piano outtro
Diamonds on the soles of her shoes
Encore:
Me and Julio - Edie whistled
50 ways
Something so right
The Boxer
Sounds of Silence