You may not have heard of Punch Brothers. Nope, they’re not distant cousins of Mario and Luigi, or super-pro rasslers…they’re a world-class folk/bluegrass/eclectic band fronted by former Nickel Creek mandolin player Chris Thile. He happens to be dating the niece of a nice lady in our church, who scored a couple of tickets for me and my lovely wife!
The Brothers were simply amazing. I love bluegrass music and instruments, and the way these guys own their instruments kept me smiling all through the concert. But this was far from a bluegrass show. Thile has written a 40 minute, 4 movement long piece that is unlike anything I’ve ever experienced. You can read the review here if you wish. It’s hauntingly painful and cathartic, with room for each player to express himself. There are soaring highs and sparse lows. The piece parallels Thile’s failed marriage, and how that affected his worldview.
To top it off, I got to sit beside an old friend who is now in the luthier business. His work is stunningly beautiful. You can see some of his work here. Incredible.
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