Neal Morse Band date- Downey,California,US,Sep 08

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   From Calprog promoter Jim Harrel

An Evening With Neal Morse and his Band 
Saturday September 6, 2008 â€“ 8:00pm 
The Downey Theater in Downey, California 
Tickets On Sale July 12 - 8am
 Only at CalProg.com 

Neal Morse is one of my PROG heroes. In fact, I'd say that his work with Spock's Beard was an essential force fueling my emersion in the new wave of progressive rock. Over the years he has been one of the most prolific artists in the genre, including his work with Spock's Beard, Transatlantic, and now his solo career. But not only is he a gifted writer and musician, he is one of the few artists performing today that has genuine charisma. 

From the very first time I saw him with Spock's Beard (opening for Dream Theater) I was instantly drawn in by his warmth, wit and charm. He exudes an almost childlike delight with the music he plays, and that can be quite infectious. You can't help but be energized by his stage presence. 

So it is with great excitement that CalProg welcomes Neal back to Southern California with a full prog band to perform a night of music spanning his entire career.  The last time he played here was the Testimony Tour in 2003, and if you were at that show you know just the kind of magic that I âm talking about. Whether you agree with the spiritual message of his solo works or not, there is no denying that an evening of Neal Morse music is an evening of fun and exhilaration. 

Jim @ CalProgges/All Seats Reserved)

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Garion81 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Special Collaborator Honorary Collaborator Joined: May 22 2004 Location: So Cal, USA Status: Offline Points: 4338	Topic: Neal Morse Band date- Downey,California,US,Sep 08 Posted: June 17 2008 at 12:44
	From Calprog promoter Jim Harrel An Evening With Neal Morse and his Band Saturday September 6, 2008 â€“ 8:00pm The Downey Theater in Downey, California Tickets On Sale July 12 - 8am Only at CalProg.com Neal Morse is one of my PROG heroes. In fact, I'd say that his work with Spock's Beard was an essential force fueling my emersion in the new wave of progressive rock. Over the years he has been one of the most prolific artists in the genre, including his work with Spock's Beard, Transatlantic, and now his solo career. But not only is he a gifted writer and musician, he is one of the few artists performing today that has genuine charisma. From the very first time I saw him with Spock's Beard (opening for Dream Theater) I was instantly drawn in by his warmth, wit and charm. He exudes an almost childlike delight with the music he plays, and that can be quite infectious. You can't help but be energized by his stage presence. So it is with great excitement that CalProg welcomes Neal back to Southern California with a full prog band to perform a night of music spanning his entire career. The last time he played here was the Testimony Tour in 2003, and if you were at that show you know just the kind of magic that I âm talking about. Whether you agree with the spiritual message of his solo works or not, there is no denying that an evening of Neal Morse music is an evening of fun and exhilaration. Jim @ CalProgges/All Seats Reserved)
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Chicapah Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Prog Reviewer Joined: February 14 2006 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 8238	Posted: June 17 2008 at 14:00
	My wish is that the concert is successful enough to warrant a trip to Texas!
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Garion81 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Special Collaborator Honorary Collaborator Joined: May 22 2004 Location: So Cal, USA Status: Offline Points: 4338	Posted: June 17 2008 at 14:35
	^ Jim sold out (700 seats) a Liquid Tension Experiment show later this month at the same theater so I think this will sell out as well. But this is a "one off' show not a tour so there would have to be a promoter willing to take this on in Texas or elsewhere. Edited by Garion81 - June 17 2008 at 14:35
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Moatilliatta Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Prog Reviewer Joined: December 01 2005 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 3083	Posted: June 18 2008 at 16:10
	Any idea what tickets are going to cost?
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Garion81 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Special Collaborator Honorary Collaborator Joined: May 22 2004 Location: So Cal, USA Status: Offline Points: 4338	Posted: June 18 2008 at 16:40
	Jim said around $55 it may change but he thinks that is about right.
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King Crimson776 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: October 12 2007 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 2779	Posted: June 19 2008 at 02:59
	I'm going to this.

mjf85maf Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Groupie Joined: April 20 2005 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 59	Posted: June 20 2008 at 17:42
	I've never listened to any of his solo stuff, but I noticed that he was also added to the bill of the 3 Rivers Progressive Rock fest, headlining the first day and going on right after Spock's Beard.

Garion81 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Special Collaborator Honorary Collaborator Joined: May 22 2004 Location: So Cal, USA Status: Offline Points: 4338	Posted: June 20 2008 at 18:07
	^ His set is supposed to have elements of SB, Transatlantic as well as his solo stuff. I imagine he won't be playing the same SB stuff that SB will. BTW that line up for the first 3 Rivers show is pretty impressive for the first go round.
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PapaJimH Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Newbie Joined: April 06 2004 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 21	Posted: July 13 2008 at 12:30
	Neal Morse and Band - Downey Theater (California) Saturday September 6, 2008 – 8:00pm All seats reserved, all seats $55 + service charge + postage (total $60). Seats will be assigned on a first come first served basis. Purchase early for the best seats. Tickets go on sale Saturday July 12 at 8am Pacific. This is a show you don't want to miss! Available only at the Official CalProg Website http://www.calprog.com . Edited by PapaJimH - July 13 2008 at 12:32
	PapaJ's Matinee Saturdays@7:00pm PST Neal Morse T2 Live in Whittier on May 28, 2011

Garion81 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Special Collaborator Honorary Collaborator Joined: May 22 2004 Location: So Cal, USA Status: Offline Points: 4338	Posted: August 22 2008 at 12:29
	Bumping this up if there are any west coasters that want to go I understand there are still some tickets left. This is about two weeks away.
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Jaydubz Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: April 12 2006 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 100	Posted: August 23 2008 at 23:00
	I'll be there - photos to follow.
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Jaydubz Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Senior Member Joined: April 12 2006 Location: United States Status: Offline Points: 100	Posted: August 23 2008 at 23:02
	Photos of Neal, et. al. at Night of the Prog/Loreley Jul 08 (at the bottom of my gallery) http://www.pbase.com/jaydubz/main_gallery&page=all
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Garion81 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Special Collaborator Honorary Collaborator Joined: May 22 2004 Location: So Cal, USA Status: Offline Points: 4338	Posted: August 24 2008 at 02:09
	You will have to say hi. Will be in row B seat 9
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CandyLion Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Forum Newbie Joined: August 24 2008 Status: Offline Points: 18	Posted: August 28 2008 at 05:57
	The more prog in southern california the better, we have a lack of good prog here.

Garion81 Members Profile Send Private Message Find Members Posts Add to Buddy List Reviewer page Special Collaborator Honorary Collaborator Joined: May 22 2004 Location: So Cal, USA Status: Offline Points: 4338	Posted: September 01 2008 at 14:42
	^ You need to go to Calprog in October as well. BTW Jim just added a VIP post party ticket with a meet and greet with Neal and his band. Check out WWW.Calprog.Com for details
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