Last night I had the great pleasure working with Brigitte Escobar (see photograph on right) at Rainthorpe Hall, Tasburgh, Near Norwich. Wow, what a singer and she really knew how to put a song across. It was the first time that I had met Brigitte (so obviously I had never worked with her before), and to be really honest there was a certain amount of trepidation on my part. For a start off I was very tired as I had done a gig in Birmingham the night before and I hadn't got home untill about 3am which meant that it must have been about 4am before I finally managed to get to bed (after checking my email, answer machine etc.).  I then had to get up and be in London by 9am to do some work that I had been unable to palm onto someone else (there are so few good pianists free on Saturdays). I then had to drive up to Norwich late afternoon and set up my PA system, keyboard and meet the vocalist. I was feeling very jaded when I arrived. But then... I was greeted by Brigitte and I knew straight away that we were going to get along. I forgot about being tired and we both had a great time - the gig went so well. The audience had a good time too and they danced and danced the all night through. There are so many people in the music business who have massive egoes and are uncomfortable to work with, so it is refreshing to meet someone who is not only extremely talented, but also very friendly and easy going. Before departing and going our separate ways we shared our experiences about nightmare musicians, singers and agents. Apparently she had been just as nervous about working with me as I was with her. I really hope that we get the chance to work together soon. Good luck Brigitte and I wish you all the very best.

Hear Brigitte at: www.sonicbids.com/brigitteescobar