Saw Bobby McFerrin tonight at South Bank, London as part of Ornette Coleman’s Meltdown.

I have seen him perform a number of times, the first time going back to the mid-80s when his first album came out. Whilst not a fan of his dabblings with poppy songs and a sometimes throwaway approach to some beautiful songs, I truly admire his voice. he really is one of the great innovators.

So to have Ornette Coleman step out at the end of the concert for an impromtu performance with McFerrin, the night was made.

Coleman led (as he so often has), but McFerrin matched him, demonstrating his prowess and skill as a vocal musician.

Glorious night.