Finally. I am going to see the Mannheim Steamroller Christmas Concert! This coming Sunday afternoon at the Von Braun Center in Huntsville. Sure, they now have two groups doing the tour and we probably have the "B" group, but they rehearse together and I doubt I'll be able to tell a difference. I've loved their music for years and it sets my mood for the holidays. Now I get to experience it LIVE!

Man, I'm jealous. I can't say I have all of their cd's but I have a few. Enjoy the show!

They are proud of their show though - $66 a ticket.

They really don't have a B-group, Dave. It is more like pre-season baseball where they might have a split squad during Spring training. Each group is similar is orchestral ensemble and overall ability. I have seen them twice and have come away speechless each time. Their performances are beautiful and seemingly flawless. Next to the Trans-Siberian Orchestra, they are my favorite holiday group out there.

There was a blurb in the Huntsville Times the other day about the concert. It was supposed to be one show only but demand was so high they added the afternoon show. It isn't cheap but I know it will be worth it. Chip Davis won't be there. He had neck surgery earlier this year and has been virtually bedridden for a while.

The tickets arrived in today's mail!

I really wanted to go, too. Just too many expenses right now to spend the extra money. Sally Struthers is at the Princess Theater tonight in Decatur. I wanted to go to that show, too. The tickets were $40-$60. Just can't spare that right now. Have a wonderful time, I know the show will be fantastic. Maybe next year.

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Maybe next year.

This is the 2nd year they've come to Huntsville, so I assume they'll be back next year.