Just received this (11/2016) from Michael (Schrieve). As some of you may know Michael studied with me in the late 60’s – right about the time he joined the Carlos “Santana” band (the albums “Santana” in 1969 and “Abraxas” had not been released as yet). During that period (or maybe right after) The band played the world famous “Woodstock Festival” in Woodstock, NY. During that concert the “Santana” band was featured for 11 minutes in the documentary film “Woodstock” playing the original tune “Soul Sacrifice” > “Soul Sacrifice” as millions now know featured Michael, on a drum solo, which was recorded and filmed in it’s entirety. It was and is a masterpiece! Fast forward to 2016 Carlos re-assembles the original band and Michael is again featured on “Soul Sacrifice”: This time on track one of the double cd recording “Live at The House of Blues Las Vegas” He’s playing another historic drum solo and another masterpiece …but it’s 46years later (what the hell !) Carlos Santana has the foresight to re-assemble the original band and all the musicians answer the call; playing at the top of their game. That’s amazing! The band is not a “trip down memory lane” it’s the real deal “Santana Band” and right now! I’m really proud of Michael and if you hear & watch him play this solo notice that everything he goes for he delivers.
