The image was taken at Queen Elizabeth Theatre, during the 2019 Vancouver International Jazz Festival. Figuring out what equipment to bring for an indoor concert event, I generally go with the small but powerful FujiX70. It is a compact APS-C size sensor camera with a wide angle prime lens great for low light situations. It has a blacked-out stealth body which enables me to blend in with the smartphone shooters and discreetly take photos.
We got great seats, front and centre. It was nearing the end of the show, I noticed the lead guitarist & tuba player get up on stage with the drummer. Anticipating their big finale, with camera ready, I framed Questlove (drummer) centre in between Cpt. Kirk (guitar) and Gooding Jr. (tuba). Lucky enough, I timed their jump mid air with the lights flashing in the background. I was ecstatic I captured the energy of the show and preserved the moment.
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