Personal Narrative: Melanie Martinez Concert

When envisioning an oversized teddy bear, an old fashioned alphabet building block set, and a jack-in-the-box that is emanating a soothing tune, one might think they are in a child’s playroom. Unexpectedly, however, these things were found during a concert; a Melanie Martinez concert. Melanie’s style and general theme of her concerts can more than often be described as possessing a whimsical, carnival, feel due to her usage of circus props, such as a carousel, and distinct carnival pop tunes. This, along with her innocent yet powerful voice, has piqued the interest of many alternative music listeners. I am no exception. As of fall 2016, I had the pleasure to witness her eccentric performance unfold in live concert. The fantastic visuals, appealing melodies, and the warm atmosphere are the primary reasons attending a Melanie Martinez concert was a night to remember. The concert was held in Birmingham, Alabama at a concert venue called Saturn. It was solid brick …show more content…
My sides felt bruised due to the swarm of elbows that had knocked against me. My feet were aching considerably from dancing and I began to regret my choice of footwear. My throat began to feel raw from screaming all night and it hinted that I would be feeling it the next day. Nevertheless, I still cheered and pranced around. My heart was wild with excitement. The show ended with two encores. The crowd departed through the exit. Satisfied smiles could be on their visages as they left.
As expected, Melanie did not disappoint. She owned the stage with her glamorous show of costumes, dance, and song. Her catchy tunes both energized and soothed the crowd. It is no wonder she is a favorite of so many. The childish and slight carnivalesque of the show gives it an added flair. It evokes a slight but pleasant feel of childhood nostalgia. The mystery of how music can generate so many emotions within a person is truly a glorious