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Dmb Red Rocks Essay, Research Paper

Imagine standing on a stage, overlooking 69 tiered rows in what is possibly the most beautiful

amphitheater in the world. As Dave Matthews and his fellow band mates walk on stage, the

crowd cheers wildly. They do this throughout the opening song, Seek Up, and, for the most part,

through the whole show. Recorded on August 15, 1995, this was at the height of the bands

musical talent and at the bottom step of their climb to fame. It was shows like this that left fans

mesmerized by the funky, jazz-infused riffs the band played. It is this live music that keeps the

fans coming back.

Red Rocks Amphitheater is located in Morrison, Colorado, 15 miles west of Denver

(Technical 1). It provides seating for 9600, and some of the acoustics found anywhere. John

Brisben Walker originally produced shows here between 1906 and 1910. He noted its perfect

acoustic setting, and had a vision of major artists coming here one day to play. In 1927, the City

of Denver purchased to area of Red Rocks with a future theater in mind. In 1938, Denver

architect Burnham Hoyt finished the design. The design emphasized the preservation of the

natural beauty of the area. It was finished and dedicated on June 15, 1941 (Technical 1). Since

then it has been home to many concerts and performers. It is a beautiful place, and is the perfect

backdrop for any concert, and especially a live recording, such as Dave Matthews Band’s Live at

Red Rocks.

“No reason to get excited!” shuts Dave Matthews as he finishes the encore with the Bob

Dylan song All Along the Watchtower. His shout is over a barrage of musical riffs, thrown out by

the five very talented musicians that make up the Dave Matthews Band, and guest Tim Reynolds.

It is followed by some thank yous and well wishes. The members that played that night are each

very unique, especially in instruments. This is what makes the music really work.

Dave Matthews provides lead vocals and acoustic guitar, Boyd Tinsley plays the violin, Stefan

Lessard is on the bass guitar, Leroi Moore blows the woodwinds, Carter Beauford plays the

drums and Tim Reynolds guests on electric guitar. Matthews is a very talented musician. He

provides very unique singing styles and an abstract, awkward ability to play the guitar. Tinsley

plays the violin like no other. It is odd to find a band like them with a violin, but he really makes

it work. Lessard, who joined the band when he was only 16, provides funky bass choruses that

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