Linda's fans flock to Radio City Music Hall in New York style!

The momentous evening began with Keith Lockhart leading the renowned Boston Pops in a variety of compositions. They began with John Williams's "Liberty Fanfare" and then Bernstein's "Wrong Note Rag," after which Keith spoke to the delighted crowd, saying, "The Boston Pops haven't played in New York in 27 years and I'm thinking we should come back more often!" The thunderous response from the audience indicated that Keith was onto something!

The Pops continued with a few selections from Gershwin, to "set the Broadway mood." Then, Keith introduced "a very special guest… Linda Eder!" As Linda took the stage, fans all around the hall leapt to their feet to salute her.

She began her brief Act I set with "I Am What I Am" followed by "The Impossible Dream." Linda's voice filled the grandeur of Radio City Music Hall; her rich vibrato shaking the rafters like the tolling of a magnificent bell. After thrilling the crowd with these two Broadway favorites, Linda left the stage as Keith Lockhart commented, "Wow!" adding, "…don't worry, she'll be back!" The Boston Pops continued the show with a Broadway medley, including beloved favorites from shows such as FIDDLER ON THE ROOF and WEST SIDE STORY, before breaking for intermission.

During intermission the entire hall was buzzing with comments on the incredible talent of the Pops and Linda's powerful voice. Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops once again took the stage, beginning with another Broadway medley and wrapping up with George Benson's "On Broadway." The stage lighting appropriately turned to stars as Linda graced the stage for the second time of the evening. She belted out a touching "Anthem," followed by the crowd favorite "Don't Rain On My Parade," and a standing ovation ensued.

Keith Lockhart stepped into the shadows as Linda sat next to Jeremy on the piano bench. She told the story of Camille Claudel and then proceeded to sing the most emotionally charged version of "Woman In His Arms" ever witnessed to date! Her voice carried a wave of tenderness and heartbreak over the audience. The Boston Pops joined in again as Linda performed a version of "Gold" that left the crowd breathless. "I'll Be Seeing You" was the next selection; sung with such affection that it moved some to tears. The tone of the evening quickly turned hot and steamy as Linda and the Pops lit up Radio City with the energy known as "Havana."

Before introducing "Vienna," Linda commented, "I've performed this next song with everything from a kazoo to a full orchestra, and I have to admit it sounds the best when performed with the people behind me!" And, she was right! "Vienna" was astounding as Linda's voice soared and danced with the music of the Boston Pops through the heights of the hall. There was another standing ovation and with the audience still on their feet, the trumpets pierced the air with a splash of heat as the Pops began "Man of La Mancha," another crowd favorite from Linda's repertoire. Again the audience paid tribute to Linda's gift of song with a standing ovation. She left the stage, but soon returned for what has become her signature encore, "If I Had My Way." A feeling of warmth, mixed with a hint of sadness but a mountain of hope, washed over the crowd. Linda's delivery of this song was the most poignant of the evening, especially considering its performance in one of the greatest theaters in the world, in the heart of the greatest city in the world. As Linda sang the concluding notes, the entire hall rose to salute her one final time, wiping away tears, smiles beaming…

Keith Lockhart and the Boston Pops still had some treats left for the audience as they played "New York, New York," and Keith cheered, "SING! Don't you know this one?!" As the flag was lowered behind them, they brought the evening to a close with the traditional Pops favorite "Stars and Stripes Forever." The crowd clapped along in patriotic fashion and erupted into thunderous applause as they played the final notes.

Linda, the Band and Keith Lockhart and The Boston Pops take their bows! BRAVO! (photos by Michelle Ellis)

The concert was over, but the happy memory of it would live on forever in the hearts of Linda's fans! Following the concert, we asked some members of Linda's team about their reactions to the evening.

Clint DeGanon, Linda's drummer and friend, spoke about what made Linda's debut at Radio City Music Hall special for him…

Linda's friend and bassist David Finck also weighed in on the significance of the evening…

Kim Scharnberg, family friend and arranger of many Eder favorites, was also in attendance. He was equally thrilled by the experience of seeing Linda and the Band live at Radio City with the Boston Pops…

And while Linda's Front-of-House (FOH) Sound Mixer, Tour Manager and Production Manager Jeffery Osborne didn't mix the sound at Radio City, he was there behind the scenes to ensure that everything ran smoothly (as always!). Jeff commented on working with the Boston Pops and how Linda's voice is an ideal match with a symphony of their caliber...