Bilbo Posted February 28, 2018 Posted February 28, 2018 At last, a few decent video of something I am involved with. The Michael Spearman Trio live at The Fleece at Stoke By Nayland. A trio gig early in January featuring guitarist Michael's composition. This one is called 'Trippin'' (as in falling over, not drug references). It's essentially a rhythm changes blow. The drummer is Essex based Tom Jiggins. The video was done with several cameras and the edited properly so this is as good a set of videos as I have ever been part of. The camera actually points at me instead of my having to wait for passing glimpses!! Apologies for the shirt (you should have seen the Docs). 3 Quote
Bilbo Posted February 28, 2018 Author Posted February 28, 2018 Breakfast Means Breakfast - a Giant Steps changes fest. This is hard to play! 1 Quote
Bilbo Posted February 28, 2018 Author Posted February 28, 2018 A waltz called 'Just Love Somebody'. 1 Quote
gary mac Posted February 28, 2018 Posted February 28, 2018 I'm listening to Trippin' and enjoying. Quote
lurksalot Posted February 28, 2018 Posted February 28, 2018 It looks excellent Rob , unfortunately I am currently in the hospital waiting room so I can't turn the volume on ! Quote
Dad3353 Posted February 28, 2018 Posted February 28, 2018 2 hours ago, Bilbo said: At last, a few decent video of something I am involved with... Well done, lad; that's some fine playing there. Very good, clear recording; maybe a tad 'guitar-heavy..? I'm never completely convinced by the 'trio' format in this style, as I feel that the theme tends to get lost without at least a skeleton of chords going on, from keys, horns, strings, whatever (or even one of the trio..!). When all are 'blowing', it sounds at times like you're all playing different stuff. That's just me, though. Keep the drummer; he's gold. Sly humour, complicit smiles on occasions; he's listening to you two more than you two are listening to him. Just sayin'. Either way, an excellent performance, well captured, of which all involved may be justly proud. Highly enjoyable and informative (yes, one can play music at reasonable volume..!); many thanks for sharing. Good Stuff. 1 Quote
Bilbo Posted February 28, 2018 Author Posted February 28, 2018 Thanks for that, Dad. I do know what you mean about the listening. I tend to be listening to the soloist so can miss the nuances of Tom's performance. I will work on that. As for us all playing different stuff, it's supposed to be a counterpoint. We do try. Quote
Dad3353 Posted February 28, 2018 Posted February 28, 2018 26 minutes ago, Bilbo said: ... it's supposed to be a counterpoint. We do try. Keep trying. ... No, seriously, it sometimes works, but would be all the more effective for its rarity. Fill out the structure, and go for the hot stuff only punctually, rather than from the outset. Just my (ignorant...) tuppence-worth. Quote
burno70 Posted February 28, 2018 Posted February 28, 2018 I enjoyed the waltz the best but the others were great too. As a jazz novice I particularly liked the variation in your walking bass lines throughout - they don't stick to a particularl rhythmic idea but seem to wander between themes . Lovely! Quote
Bilbo Posted February 28, 2018 Author Posted February 28, 2018 I have different approaches in different settings, Burno. Sometimes it's straight quarter notes all night but, with this trio, I am able to stray further and further from the core. Quote
Heathy Posted February 28, 2018 Posted February 28, 2018 Really enjoyed that. Impressive footwear too! Quote
NickD Posted February 28, 2018 Posted February 28, 2018 That's tidy! While I'd never think to go out specifically to watch that, as it's not really my 'thing', if I went somewhere and you were on I wouldn't be able to leave! Quote
Bilbo Posted February 28, 2018 Author Posted February 28, 2018 1 hour ago, NickD said: That's tidy! While I'd never think to go out specifically to watch that, as it's not really my 'thing', if I went somewhere and you were on I wouldn't be able to leave! I want that on our publicity material!! :-D 2 Quote
skankdelvar Posted February 28, 2018 Posted February 28, 2018 (edited) 3 hours ago, Bilbo said: I want that on our publicity material!! :-D Another testimonial: "If by cruel and awful happenstance I were to be exposed to this sort of music I would at least think twice before un-holstering my revolver" - Mr D, Wiltshire (As you know, I hate jazz but I quite enjoyed your stuff there. Perhaps it's because I know you, Rob ). Edited February 28, 2018 by skankdelvar Quote
lojo Posted March 1, 2018 Posted March 1, 2018 I've enjoyed a few minutes on my phone , but will plug into the hifi to tomorrow so I can listen with the bass more present Quote
Bilbo Posted March 1, 2018 Author Posted March 1, 2018 9 hours ago, skankdelvar said: Perhaps it's because I know you, Rob ). It's that little bit of personal investment! Makes all the difference! 1 Quote
Bilbo Posted March 1, 2018 Author Posted March 1, 2018 Venha Embora Comigo (Come Away With Me) inc. electric bass solo Quote
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