I've been contemplating (alot) what you very aptly describe in the intro of this post.  I LOVE music.  Always have.  I LOVE live music.  Always have.  However, "real" world responsibilities including work, bills, soccer mom duties, etc., often preclude me from heading down to the music festival or late night "gigs".  My live music participation has to be carefully planned and scripted and in the end, usually don't happen because of that very fact.  However, when I do follow through with plans, it has ALWAYS been magical.

I can't imagine this environment, hearing this musical purity, and experiencing the passion and personal connection, firsthand.  Makes me think that I need more planning and scripting to make more "events".  Of course, a ramble is likely out of the question since I am thousands of miles away, but you never know.  Following your passions definitely takes dedication and the one thing about being older and "affording more insurance" than younger cohorts is that funds are more readily available and chasing rainbows a bit more acceptable.

Ramble on.