Sunday Jazz - Terri Shaltiel

So last night, Sunday, I went to my first live jazz show since I been here. Hadn't found any places, probably cuz maybe i was focused on other things and not really looking for a good chill place. Terri Shaltiel and Jon Taylor were playing.

I must admit, the lady is talented. The venue was probably the worst "club", "lounge", or whatever you can call it i have ever been to - EVER - but the music was beautiful. And the people there - simple people, wasn't too full, so met everybody, and what was inspiring was how people with very little treasure their moments and can give you such a beautiful evening. No fancy dress to impress themes were up - the musicians were talking to the public, the promoter was some lady who owns the Inn, and the mood in the place was just too good. Makes one realise how grateful we should be for the things we have. There are some out there who have less, but are embracing that, loving life, doing something about it instead of mourning about how unfortunate they are - impossible is nothing. She (Terri) performed with Amy Winehouse before - the humility in the voice as she spoke - no trying to be the "superstar" - but once the drums started going, the keyboard flowing, the base guitar, and Jon Taylor on the sax...there was no doubting how much of a superstar she could be. The lady is blessed, and yes, the lady can sing.

I may have doubts about going back to that place (unless Terri is back of course), but it was a lesson learnt. Love life, love those who love you, and be appreciative. Do not take anything for granted - and whatever you may be going through - someone else is going through worse.

tj