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A decent size group of us were located on the floor center stage about 100-150ft back during the show. When the call and response began we all quickly jumped on the band wagon. We however we’re all yelling “Tah” – “Hoe”. Not Woo-Woo. Suddenly everyone around us began the same and I thought it was going to take off. We all looked at each other and everyone around us emphasizing “tah” “hoe” and it spread like wildfire but fizzled just as quickly it seemed as the entire arena began to chime in. If you listen carefully to the first few responses I think it’s clear that we all really didn’t know what to yell, at least initially. By the second response set it’s more defined and unanimous. We also begrudgingly jettisoned on our efforts and joined the “woo” crowd.
So does anyone else have any interpretations to what they heard or can remember lol. I’m sure folks were yelling all kinds of different stuff. It was awesome no matter but I believe it would’ve been more fun if our little chant had taken over. Maybe the following shows/songs with “Woo’s” could have been unique to their particular venues as well.
Another interesting similar and relevant side note I’d like to mention. This was so thrilling for me and my buddy who I went with primarily due to the fact that although we did not know each other at the time we were both at the 1996 Red Rocks Hood call and response show (although planned). To get to be a part of two virgin call and responses is one of the highlights of my life. It would be awesome if maybe phish.netters initiated another fun crowd response in the future. I.E. Golden Age “Clap your hands if you think you’re in the right place” and we the fans institute a stash like clap etc???? Just an idea.