I had never seen Van Morrison perform in concert so when I discovered that he was playing a benefit concert at the Beacon Theatre it was a no brainer. I did not know what to expect and, as I recall, Mr. Morrison performed with an orchestra that evening and I remember thinking the set was on the short side. Years later, I would have orchestra seats for Van Morrison at Jones Beach Theatre that were given to me somehow. From where my wife and I were sitting toward the left of the stage we could see a large clock with red numbers counting down from one hour and thirty minutes. As the clock struck zero, Van was off the stage, and a short time later we could see the top of Morrison’s hat bouncing through the crowd as security escorted him out through the far left orchestra aisle as his band played on without him. The running clock and Van’s rushed exit was unfortunately more memorable then the actual performance which escapes any particular recollection at this point, but I do love his music.

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Rock on!

GQ