Geddy Lee discussed the challenges of rehearsing Rush’s classic material with new drummer Anika Nilles.
Lee discussed the difficulties of returning to songs that hadn’t been performed in over a decade.
He admitted that mistakes were made by everyone involved during the rehearsal process, not just the new additions to the lineup.
Lee emphasized the importance of recovering from mistakes rather than avoiding them during rehearsals.
Rush’s music is described as intricate and challenging for musicians learning the parts from scratch.
The grueling rehearsals paid off when Rush performed “A Farewell to Kings” live for the first time in nearly 50 years, with Anika Nilles and keyboardist Loren Gold stepping into roles once held by founding members.
