Corrinne May Live in Concert- "Beautiful Seed"

Friday, 3 August was the long-awaited day after MONTHS of eager anticipation....haha! Marcus and were literally counting down the days. :) The concert-goers comprised of Berno, Henry (her hubby), Pammy (my penguin...who took Jason's tix cos he sadly cldn't make it at the last min.), Marcus, Joseph (my student & Marcus' friend). Jet and his gf were sitting a few seats away too.

The sound crew didn't really do a good job that night....but still, its a minor complaint cos Corrinne was amazing as usual. It was such an inspirational, moving, teary (at various points) experience. She performed all 14 tracks from her new album, and a few others from her previous albums like "Little Superhero Girl", "Everything in its time" (always a much needed reminder) and "Fly Away" (which is still my fav song by her...showcases Corrinne at her purest).

During the song, "On My Way" from her new album...Pammy went "I'm choking!"....oh, my little penguin. :) Corrinne has this wonderful ability to connect strongly to her listeners....we can just relate to the lyrics in her songs. I was pretty much undone at "My little nephew", a sweet, simple, endearing song that was written for her nephew.

"See you learn to tie your shoes,
say the sky is blue
and that your best friend is Winnie the Pooh."- 'My little nephew', by Corrinne May

Doesn't that just make you melt and go 'awwww'?? Truly, loved ones and relationships are what matter most in life (apart from God of cos). It was one of those cherished moments.....listening to a precious gem of a song for the first time, and being moved so unexpectedly by it.

"Beautiful Seed" the title track is very powerful too....it's all about how one individual can make a difference. Such a refreshing song in the midst of today's modern cynicism! Idealistic? Perhaps...but the world needs more dreamers who will believe that there is some good worth fighting for in this world. :)

"You can be a witness, you can be a prophet
You can make the whole world believe
Break the strongest fortress
Change the way the world thinks
You can build a bridge where foes can meet
Hope for the future
Shout it, don't whisper
Dreams are what we make them to be
There is hope in every heartbeat
Tiny as it seems
You're a beautiful seed." - 'Beautiful Seed' by Corrinne May

I just love how she paints the world in a more wondrous, hopeful light. :) Every song has a strong, meaningful message behind it.....which is so rare in the sea of crappy, commercial pop music these days. Her lyrics are taking on a very clear gospel slant too....I'm so proud of her for not selling out, and taking such a bold stand for her faith. Plus she has this 'super-hero' complex which I can relate to. haha!

I've uploaded 4 tracks from "Beautiful Seed" onto my multiply website as an album preview for your guys. But pls....GO OUT AND BUY IT. All 14 tracks are beautiful, and they'll just see you through many years of journeying: http://jazzymoo.multiply.com/music
1) On my way
2) Beautiful Seed
3) Five Loaves and two fishes
4) Shelter

Marcus and Joseph lined up for an hour plus to get our stash of 10 cds signed! Corrinne is very obliging and will basically sign anything you ask her to, and chat, take photos with everyone. Kudos to the guys for running out of the concert hall (while Corrinne was still bowing on stage lor) to buy the cds and line up in the autograph signing queue. Hardcore or what? haha!

Berno, Henry, Pam and I had to wait for the boys while they waited in queue....so we occupied ourselves with some unhealthy snacking on chilli tapioca chips. The cafe owner was quite shocked to see us grabbing forks for our chips. Teehee!

Berno and Henry! :)

We ended the delightful evening with supper at NYDC, Holland Village.
I can't wait for Corrinne's next concert! :) Marcus, start counting down again. heh!