Now this was fun. The vibe was laid-back and intimate. The removal of all that walking off and on stage was a nice change. The talking between songs was very cool; it was like an episode of VH1 Storytellers. It was good to see someone skilled at multiple instruments – guitar, banjo, piano, and vocals. Courtney is so damn cute that she can screw up and still look adorable. I wish I could do that. My favorite was “Landslide”. When she sang “I’m getting older too” I got chills. I didn’t care for the Spanish-style guitar, just because it’s not my thing, but I was impressed at her ability because I’ve never learned how to play that style. The Contemporary Christian music was also not my favorite, although I’m guessing that I would prefer her versions over the original recordings. The blues song was excellent. “Amazing Grace” on the banjo was a pleasantly unique stylistic adaptation. Chopin is Chopin. The use of visual media during “Circle Game” was a very creative idea. I think the DVD malfunction was a perfect accident – playing “Circle Game” over and over again for what seemed like ten minutes – how metaphorical. Whatever that last song was, it was hilarious. Courtney has so much expression in her voice and gestures. She would be an amazing actress. This recital was an A+. I’m beginning to wonder if Adley is required to play at everyone’s recital?
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