Posted by ricky on Friday, April 23rd, 2010
An enthusiastic audience of the Whoo-hoo Nation gathered at the Carson Center for my 2010 concert at the AQS show in Paducah, KY. Instead of riding in on a motorcycle (2008) or rising up from the orchestra pit with a tiny red toy piano (2009), I couldn't think of a clever way to start the show. So instead, I decide to surprise the audience with a visual treat mid-way through the concert.
After playing The Way Home accompanied by a music video featuring dozens of my quilts, the real quilts came floating down to create a massive backdrop while I shared some of my early quilting experiences. I have to admit, when I went saw the array during rehearsal I was stunned. I've never seen my quilts displayed in such a way and when I look at the photo I still go - wow!
I'm thankful to AQS for making this amazing event happen and I'm thrilled that each year the hall is filled to overflowing with such an appreciative audience.
Comments
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Blessed indeed. You are and you bless so many with your gifts. The concert and the quilts look amazing!by Alison Gaffney on 24 April 2010 at 5:11 p.m.
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Very nice, Ricky. That's a much more impressive display than I saw the last time I attended the Carson Center ;).by Ken Wood on 24 April 2010 at 12:37 p.m.
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Wow.. this photo does not do justice I am sure.. would have loved to have been there.. Take care and have a safe trip home.. and keep those quilts at your side...:)by Laura Krasinski on 24 April 2010 at 9:28 a.m.
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WOW is right! What a stunning display of your work. What a treat for those in attendance to your concert at the AQS 2010 show in Paducah- they not only were able to enjoy you and your music, but your quilts as well. Nicely done.by Laura Wilson of Halingen, TX on 24 April 2010 at 7:46 a.m.
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A "God" moment.........you are so blessed, and we're soooo blessed to have you. Thanks for all you give. And just opened my new Quilt Life returning from Paducah and loved your Simple Gifts sharing w/your pic to start out the read. It's a personal time w/you I enjoyed!by Sandi Wagner on 24 April 2010 at 2:23 a.m.