Episode Summary:
Legendary guitarist and multimedia artist Andy Summers (The Police) joins Steve Roby on Backstage Bay Area to discuss his innovative one-man show, which focuses on live guitar, storytelling, and evocative photography. Andy shares insights into his creative process, the evolution of his performance, and the threads connecting his music, visual art, and writing.

Highlights:

• Andy’s multimedia show: A blend of live guitar, narration, and a curated sequence of his photography, creating an immersive, cinematic experience.
• The Evolution of the Show: How Technical Improvements and Growing Confidence Have Shaped His Stage Presence and Storytelling.
• Artistic connections: Andy’s thoughts on sensibility as the common thread between music, photography, and narrative.
• Behind the scenes: The technical setup and the intimate feel of performing in smaller theaters.
• Revisiting collaborations: Reflections on his work with Robert Fripp and the rediscovery of unreleased tracks.
• The Police legacy: Andy’s perspective on archival releases, box sets, and the enduring appeal of the band’s music.
• Creative process: Scoring his own images, the abstract relationship between music and photography, and the ongoing evolution of his work.
• New projects: Hints at a novel set in Japan and upcoming performances, including the San Francisco show at the Presidio Theater.

Event Info:
An Evening with Andy Summers
Saturday, September 27th, 7:30 PM
Presidio Theater, San Francisco
Tickets: presidiotheater.org
More info: andysummers.com

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