Recently, an exceptional clip of Trey Anastasio's 2009 performance with the New York Philharmonic popped up on YEMBlog. The event marked Anastasio's second performance with an orchestra -- his first was with Orchestra Nashville in 2008.
It features the Phish song "You Enjoy Myself" in its entirety -- a track the classically trained guitarist actually penned with an orchestra in mind.
Admittedly, the sight of Anastasio in the prestigious Carnegie Hall rather than a smoky arena, wearing a neatly pressed suit instead of a casual flannel, can be quite jarring.
But as soon as he begins to play, the shock melts away, with the dynamic orchestra providing a perfect backdrop for his delicate patterns.
And when hoots and howls fill the typically timid opera hall as the song hits its peak, you can't help but smile.
Phish's music has always been about taking risks. For Anastasio, arguably the band's anchor, that means making sure his notes never grow mold.
This performance highlighted Anastasio's willingness to leap musical hurdles, blending genres with the hope of forming something new.
Here's hoping he puts on the suit again sometime soon.
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