last night we were given the gift of a night out on the town.
Two tickets to the savannah philharmonic‘s opening night at the historic lucas theater in savannah.
photos taken when i visited savannah in may of 2010
lucas theater is on one of my favorite squares in savannah, reynolds square. reynolds square is also home to one of the most delicious restaurants in savannah, the olde pink house.
the music was absolutely amazing. it was a tribute to america, to new york, to the victims of 9/11.
i got emotional a few times. during the star spangled banner, the battle hymn of the republic…
As He died to make men holy, let us die to make men free
(try listening to those words surrounded by three rows of soldiers and NOT get teary)
and this was also a beautiful moment:
all in all it was just a lovely evening.
the high point for both jimmy and me was an INCREDIBLE rendition of rhapsody in blue.
we saw this crazy talented man play the piano and if you’ve never seen that song performed…it is quite the sight to behold. i don’t know how his hands just didn’t fall off. š
we all jumped right out of our seats for a standing ovation.
afterwards it was off to ruth’s chris for a leisurely dinner with good friends.is there anything better?
reflection, conversation, laughter, memories…it was the perfect way to spend this difficult evening.
i am in love with this town. in love with savannah. she has so much to offer. and she completely has a piece of my heart.
hope your monday is beautiful.
xxo
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