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Thile
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Chris Thile of Nickel Creek is a real performer! The show at Gypsy Tea Room was a great night last night. This guy soloed like NO ONE'S business. And, as you can see, he played in a sort of trance - they all were able to move out, come close to the crowd and engage us! Great!
Sean Watkins seemed more aloof. Sister Sara was funny, smiling while she played, and sang beautifully - especially on "Anthony."

See Bloguss (on the right) for more thoughts and a group pic.

this band makes any musician want to go home, get better, and make great music. here's to trying!

-s.o