The upbeat introduction from the orchestra reminds me of the opening See See Rider from Elvis Presley's On Stage album (1970), which is an old favourite of mine.
There's too much to include as highlights, as it was all so good. Stevie Wonder's Living for the City, and the gospel How I Got Over stand out for me. I also like that the show has been intertwined with an educational element, in highlighting the role these songs have played in supporting the civil rights movement. The finale (a cover of Edwin Starr's War), is the evening's final testament to this.
While I'm listening I am also plotting yet another trip to the Albert Hall - not the one next week, but the one on Saturday 13th September when I try my luck for the Last Night of the Proms. My travel and accommodation for that weekend is now settled. By hook or by crook (but hopefully by hook) I will get there!
Photo taken by me.
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