Post by chazz on Sept 15, 2007 17:07:03 GMT
A friend and I went to see Carina in Cleveland on Sept. 12 but we didn't know exactly where the venue was. When we finally found it and got in, The Cinematics were on stage and we figured we had made it in time to see Carina. However, much to our dismay, we soon learned that Carina had already played 
To verify, I asked Carina if indeed she had already played and she said the word I didn't want to hear, "yes". I expressed how bummed I was and mentioned that we had driven 75 miles, got lost, etc., etc. Carina replied, "I'll just have to give you an acoustic performance, then".
I couldn't believe my ears. I thanked her and waited. My friend had trouble believing it so I asked Carina if she was serious. Sure enough, she said she was and added, "... just hang around until the place clears out a bit". Wow!!!
We hung around chatting a bit with Carina and Svend (the drummer) when, after a bit, Carina grabbed an acoustic guitar and walked up to us. She asked what we'd like to hear but, since the place was still a bit noisy, then said, "Let's go out here" (to a little outside court area).
She played five songs (each at my request). One was "Ribbons" which she said she hadn't played in a long time (and she almost forgot the words to the last verse but pulled it off great). At first, it was just Carina, my friend and me but after a couple songs about ten other people wandered out. The singer and the guitarist from The Cinematics also came out and did one song.
Although we missed the real show, this little treat was absolutely fabulous. It was a clear, starry, cool night (about midnight hour) and the court was basically concrete and glass so the acoustics were great. She sounded incredible.
Finally, she stood up and said, "How was that?" I could have asked her to go on forever but I didn't want to be greedy. I thanked her profusely. I reached to shake her hand but she gave me a hug. We chatted a bit more then said our goodbyes.
I'm still bummed that we missed the actual show but this was a very special little treat (which lasted about a half hour) and a memory I will cherish.
Carina, if you happen to read this, thank you so much!!! It was such a wonderful treat and speaks much for your integrity and dedication to your fans.
On a side note, some of the other people were taking photos and videos of this impromptu performance. I would REALLY love to see them. If any of you read this, you can contact me at beatlesource@yahoo.com .
To verify, I asked Carina if indeed she had already played and she said the word I didn't want to hear, "yes". I expressed how bummed I was and mentioned that we had driven 75 miles, got lost, etc., etc. Carina replied, "I'll just have to give you an acoustic performance, then".
I couldn't believe my ears. I thanked her and waited. My friend had trouble believing it so I asked Carina if she was serious. Sure enough, she said she was and added, "... just hang around until the place clears out a bit". Wow!!!
We hung around chatting a bit with Carina and Svend (the drummer) when, after a bit, Carina grabbed an acoustic guitar and walked up to us. She asked what we'd like to hear but, since the place was still a bit noisy, then said, "Let's go out here" (to a little outside court area).
She played five songs (each at my request). One was "Ribbons" which she said she hadn't played in a long time (and she almost forgot the words to the last verse but pulled it off great). At first, it was just Carina, my friend and me but after a couple songs about ten other people wandered out. The singer and the guitarist from The Cinematics also came out and did one song.
Although we missed the real show, this little treat was absolutely fabulous. It was a clear, starry, cool night (about midnight hour) and the court was basically concrete and glass so the acoustics were great. She sounded incredible.
Finally, she stood up and said, "How was that?" I could have asked her to go on forever but I didn't want to be greedy. I thanked her profusely. I reached to shake her hand but she gave me a hug. We chatted a bit more then said our goodbyes.
I'm still bummed that we missed the actual show but this was a very special little treat (which lasted about a half hour) and a memory I will cherish.
Carina, if you happen to read this, thank you so much!!! It was such a wonderful treat and speaks much for your integrity and dedication to your fans.
On a side note, some of the other people were taking photos and videos of this impromptu performance. I would REALLY love to see them. If any of you read this, you can contact me at beatlesource@yahoo.com .
