Last evening I was taken by son Andrew (sponsored by his wife Carla) to the Dirty Dog Jazz Cafe in Grosse Pointe Farms. We saw a terrific show by the Planet D Nonet which for the uninitiated is a nine piece musical ensemble. These are all local musicians mostly from the east side. They play music from the American past on unadorned instruments with real expressive talent. The tunes are from the bandstand an featured numerous fine solo efforts and tasty full band melodies. There are many fine players including a trumpeter that has the vibrato of Pops and a baritone sax player with the lungs of a lion that could raise the roof of the building. I had a pleasant exchange with the band leader thanking him and recounting my past experience with his uncle Bud Spangler in my mispent youth. He was truly appreciative that his uncle was so fondly remembered.
This experience again makes me appreciate the beauty of live performance. Go see some live music regardless of the genre.
I had chicken and waffles as an entree. Now one as culturally backward as me never would have considered this as a meal choice. This is truly a magical dish prepared correctly. The fried chicken (o my god!) sitting on top of syrup coated waffles perfectly complement each other. The chef at this venue has is down pat.
What a surprise, we have snow as our spring gift from the weather fairy in Michigan on March 31st. Should not be surprised. Its the slap that lets you know where you are. Supposed to be moved off by later today.
all for now
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