Peter Mulvey, one of Sean’s (and therefore, Jonah’s) favorite musicians was in town tonight, and we knew that Jonah would love to go see him. He talks about “playing like Peter” all the time and makes daily requests to watch videos of him playing specific songs on youtube. Jonah studies these videos very carefully, and then tries to mimic how Peter plays, moves, and taps his feet.
Unfortunately, the venue didn’t allow minors (even 2-year-olds) after 8:30, so we went a little earlier just to see the soundcheck. When we got there, there was an Irish music jam going on with about ten people playing all sorts of instruments – fiddles, harp, accordion, guitars, drums – and Jonah watched them intently for over an hour! He is just so totally fascinated by music. One of the guys even gave Jonah a little shaker to play along for a while. Then Peter started setting up and joined in.
We got to talk to Peter a little bit about how Jonah enjoys his songs, and he happily played part of Jonah’s favorite one after everything was ready.
Also, Jonah asked me to draw him a ukulele earlier today, so I just made the outline, and now he loves to finish them by adding the sound hole, tuners, and strings.
The intensity in which he takes it all in just leaves me speechless!! Of course that’s in addition to the super cuteness going on. Thanks for sharing with us Jonah watching Peter watching Jonah. Beautiful! :)
I had no idea when I first told Sean about Peter Mulvey more than ten years ago that one day I’d have a nephew who loved his music, too. Fantastic pics!!!!
Jonah, although Aunt Jeanne did not mention it, when Peter came to her college, she cooked a dinner for him and a group of other folks.
He is a very nice guy. It was nice of him to play one of your favorite songs. Keep up the music and someday, maybe you will play just like Peter and your Dad.
Love to you and Mom and Dad
Hi Jonah…It sure looked like you had a great time with Peter at his concert. I think your video’s playing your guitar are just the best. You are a fine guitar player, and I love all the music you send so I can listen, and I love all the pictures that Mommy and Daddy take so I can enjoy everything you do. Love you, and Mommy and Daddy !
Auntie Cheryl