May the Circle be Unbroken

Last night Ian Moore played Schuba's. I introduced 4 new people to his music! Mike and I, of course, bought our tickets right away but I also brought along Kurt, Jimmy, Jesse, and Amy. And they all loved the show! (Look at me, I'm a Maven!)
It was an incredible show, despite Ian's recent mishaps (computer crashing and Grand-Aunt passing). It was the most crowded show I've been to of his. His fan base must be growing, which is very exciting. Hopefully it will keep him coming back to Chicago.
I was trying to explain to Kurt last night, there is something about the way he sings, it's like his entire self is pouring out music. Often times, when at concerts, I only hear the music coming from the singer's mouth or his hands, but with Ian I hear/feel music coming from everywhere; his voice, feet, body, hands, stance, presence, etc. It's pretty incredible and it's why I look forward to seeing him in concert so much.
Also, and this may sound a bit hokey, but there are certain songs that have such a strong impact on me. It's like I feel emotions stronger when I hear them through music. And personally, I feel God's presence more through song. Some music has the power to make me close my eyes and breathe in the sound.
Ian's last song of the set ended with a rendition of "May the Circle Be Unbroken" and it was so powerful and lovely. I am still singing the song today.

(pics to come later)
Josh - I wish you could have been here for the show! And I hope you can find a way to get Ian's music into Will's films. It's like the best of both worlds!!

Murry - Found out last night that Ian knows Rhett (you Texans like to stick together, I know). I think he's even met you in passing a few times. When are you gonna come grace Chicago with your tunes? xxxooo