Our concert with Jeff Peterson, fun with Rundgrens, Kipu Falls and more

[Reposted from Neil's Blog:  Urban Modes]



Day 5:

We rehearsed all morning, then performed a concert with Jeff Peterson at The
Church of the Pacific. The audience was extremely enthusiastic. Todd Rundgren
joined us for a quick Gilbert and Sullivan number (of course...it's a Hawaiian music
concert...?). After the show the Rundgrens hosted a really perfect reception at
their amazingly beautiful house.

Day 6:

We recorded all day with Jeff. Here is a picture of Ralph exploring one of the
many Hawaiian aspects of his viola style.



Day 7:

We participated in a concert at Kauai Performing Arts Center with centenarian
Ukelele master Bill Tapia and the beautiful Hawaiian vocalist Mihana Souza.
Here we are right before the show.



Day 8:

We spent the morning at Kipu Falls. I wanted to dive off the cliff there, but I am
still recovering from a bruised rib (I tripped on the beach). In the afternoon we
recorded some more. Among other things, we created a new version of Lighthouse
with Jeff. All in all we have nine pieces recorded. Steelgrass has been a perfect
setting for this leg of TruckStop. We're sad to leave, but I personally can't wait
to see Amy and Leah.