09. "La Villa Strangiato" by RUSH performed by MOOD LIFTERS — 7/16/26 @ The Coach House

MOOD LIFTERS performs RUSH’s "La Villa Strangiato" — originally featured on 1978’s "Hemispheres". Subtitled "An Exercise in Self-Indulgence," this monumental 12-part instrumental masterwork highlights the band’s virtuosic complexity, blending sweeping nylon-string classical guitar, fiery blues solos, dynamic basslines, and intricate drum arrangements inspired by Alex Lifeson’s vivid nightmares. MOOD LIFTERS — A Tribute to RUSH Thursday, July 16, 2026 @ The Coach House, San Juan Capistrano "A tired mind become a shape-shifter Everybody need a MOOD LIFTER Everybody need reverse polarity" — Neil Peart, "Vital Signs" MOOD LIFTERS is an electrifying tribute that faithfully captures the explosive power, jaw-dropping precision, and epic prog-rock grandeur of Canada’s most iconic trio. MOOD LIFTERS brought their world-class musicianship to South Orange County's legendary musical landmark, The Coach House. Known for its intimate dinner-theater layout and pristine acoustics, the iconic venue provided the ultimate backdrop for an evening of pure, unadulterated Rush deep cuts and stadium anthems. Opening the night with the unmistakable synthesizer swell and thumping bassline of "Tom Sawyer," the band immediately set a high bar, driving straight into an incredibly dynamic set. The performance leaned beautifully into the rich history of Rush's catalog, giving the crowd everything from the heavy, mid-70s prog-rock royalty of "Bastille Day" and "Circumstances" to the lush, melodic textures of "Time Stand Still" and "Vital Signs." Hearing the intricate, multi-movement masterpiece of "2112 (Overture / Temples of Syrinx)" and the blistering, complex instrumental acrobatics of "La Villa Strangiato" performed with such effortless accuracy in an intimate space was nothing short of breathtaking. The Setlist: Tom Sawyer Fly By Night Circumstances Subdivisions The Spirit of Radio Bastille Day Lakeside Park 2112 (Overture / Temples of Syrinx) La Villa Strangiato Time Stand Still Vital Signs Red Barchetta Closer to the Heart A Passage to Bangkok Animate Freewill Encore: Limelight Working Man Another incredible night with MOOD LIFTERS. Do yourself a favor: clear your calendar and get to the next show! Follow MOOD LIFTERS: www.instagram.com/moodliftersrushtribute www.facebook.com/MoodLiftersRushTribute https://moodliftersrushtribute.com The Coach House is South Orange County's premier concert destination, bringing legendary live music to San Juan Capistrano since 1980. Check their website to learn about upcoming shows: www.thecoachhouse.com #moodlifters #rushtribute #rushtributeband #neilpeart #classicrock #rushfans #alexlifeson #guitar #rushfan #rushcover #geddylee #rush #progressiverock #tomsawyer #limelight #MovingPictures #TheCoachHouse #SanJuanCapistrano @moodliftersrushtribute #CharlotteLaRue @iamcharlottel #IsamuKakitani @ikakitani #BenKing @bking2112 #MatMiranda @drummermat @coach_house