damn you sounded great on your solos girl. im 2nd chair, 2nd part on this song in our band and whenever the 1st chair is gone i have to play all the solos and i have no balls when it comes to solos.. i have literally no confidence what so ever, but you played it like a champ! congrats :)
Nice. My very amateur band played this or very similar selection, (and not as well as yours) but we did "I got plenty of nothin'" in the syncopated style, which I would have thought your band could have tackled quite easily.
The trombone soloist did not use the plunger quite enough. It should have more "wa wa" in the sound.
You were pretty sharp. When I played this I used my Meyer and didn't really bend the pitches. If you bend them that much with that kind of tone, it sounds more like a classical player playing cheesy music rather than jazzy. Your rhythm and tone was nice.
The band sounds pretty alright overall, minus the brass cracking those pitches lol.
It is obvious you love to play and you really should think about doing it for a living. Keep that thought and prepare yourself with diligent practice so when the opportunity comes you can be ready.
Nothing worse for a musician than to get an opportunity you are not prepared for.
Do you play in a "big band" ? If not find one and join as soon as possible.
I may/may not pursue music for a "living", but I need it to live. I hope that makes sense. It will always be a part of me as it is one of the most important.
When you mean big band--you do mean the big band genre, and not a "big band" in the literal sense? If so, I am not. But I would love to!
We're playing this at my school. I play alto too, but I have the 2nd part, but know all the solos. The seniors in my section never want the solos. They can't play the 'bluesy' part as good as you
the tempo was all over the place. i dont know if it was the conducter or the band just not watching.
i was playing along with it to practice and it pretty much through me off. the section before "stripper" needed to be allegro. it was played too slowly.
Nice work, the band and you sound great. This Zachindle person needs a good slap, I have never reads such nonsense in my life. "I didn't like the solo because my friend is a better player?" EH??? I liked it a lot, and I am probably a better player than her friend, just guessing?
Zachindle is a man? That surprises me, his comments are very catty for a guy. Not that all girls are catty, it just struck me that they were the comments of a jealous girl, a similar age to you. It takes all sorts.....sigh....
I am playing this with a community concert band. I play trombone and have the solo in "It Ain't Necessarily So". I thought the trombone soloist did a great job and overall the song was very well done. I wish Barnes included more of the original solo in there, like when it suddenly picks up. Oh well, at least the trombone got a solo.
And don't worry about criticism. None of us are going to get rich playing music anyway. It's all about doing something that's fun, constructive, interesting, and positive. So forget the "negatives" that people try to throw your way.
People should remember the old saying... "If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all."
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The solos could have been better. It sounds like the alto soloist's chops aren't very strong and he/she doesn't have much air control. Also, those little lips aren't very pleasant. The trombone soloist also needs more air support. When our all county 11th/12th grade band played this, the two soloists went to my school and were both all-state level players.
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I happen to play and own my own soprano, alto, tenor, and bari sax. Not trying to be critical, just giving my constructive criticism. I probably don't like the trombone solo just because my friend who had the solo was 2nd chair all-state jazz in Florida and is one of the most phenomenal players I've ever heard. The alto solo was also played by my close friend who was a senior and got close to a full ride for jazz performance to both USF and FSU.
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And also, bending notes doesn't require much chops unless you want to be like Patrick Meighan and bend notes down by whole step intervals in your sleep.
Get over yourself. "This guy I know..." doesn't make you a player--just another no-nothing wannabe critic. Go mature yourself by a few years and accomplish something, then let the rest of us know how it went.
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So I give some criticism while you say "good work, there's nothing to improve on" and suddenly I'm the one who knows nothing? That's such a hypocritical statement right there.
Well, first, you appear not to know how to read. I'd suggest working on that BEFORE you go making up quotes for other people.
Second, how about you post a few of YOUR performances and we'll all give you some "criticism?"
Third, there's a huge difference between having your parents buy you a bunch of saxes, or having FRIENDS who can play, and being a player who can offer useful and *tactful* advice. You're tending toward the former.
Technically, I could say the same thing for you since you have no videos up of your playing so you're still a complete hypocrite.
Secondly, once I find a new challenging solo I plan on putting up new videos. I've already gone through most of the Ferling book so I need to find a real solo.
That was AMAZING! Ive never heard anyone play that good and you are young. You don`t see too many really professional sounding young players. Half of our seniors cant play half that good! =] Im so proud!
damn you sounded great on your solos girl. im 2nd chair, 2nd part on this song in our band and whenever the 1st chair is gone i have to play all the solos and i have no balls when it comes to solos.. i have literally no confidence what so ever, but you played it like a champ! congrats :)
ChristianCamouflage 10 months ago
i think you guys are forgetting about the baritone solo... i have that part, so i just wanted to say it lol. nice solos you were awesome :P
xUGoTzNiNJaDx 1 year ago
Wow! Nice solo! You've got skill! ^.^
CisforClarinet 1 year ago
theres more people on the stage than in the crowd :P
999Tornado 2 years ago
Amazing piece. I played this at the International Music Camp, Session 6, 2009. I absolutely love this piece. Great sax and trombone solo!
keeperofthetomes 2 years ago
Nice. My very amateur band played this or very similar selection, (and not as well as yours) but we did "I got plenty of nothin'" in the syncopated style, which I would have thought your band could have tackled quite easily.
jiver222 2 years ago
The trombone soloist did not use the plunger quite enough. It should have more "wa wa" in the sound.
You were pretty sharp. When I played this I used my Meyer and didn't really bend the pitches. If you bend them that much with that kind of tone, it sounds more like a classical player playing cheesy music rather than jazzy. Your rhythm and tone was nice.
The band sounds pretty alright overall, minus the brass cracking those pitches lol.
noitingoc 2 years ago
Wow, neat chart, and very nice job with those solos, really great tone, and it's got a nice gutsy feel to it.
I'm gunna suggest this score to our conductor :D
InsaneSparrow 2 years ago
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Ryn2k8 2 years ago
Bluesaxgirl, very nice job on your solo !
It is obvious you love to play and you really should think about doing it for a living. Keep that thought and prepare yourself with diligent practice so when the opportunity comes you can be ready.
Nothing worse for a musician than to get an opportunity you are not prepared for.
Do you play in a "big band" ? If not find one and join as soon as possible.
Great job.
saxmanchuck 2 years ago
Thank you!
I may/may not pursue music for a "living", but I need it to live. I hope that makes sense. It will always be a part of me as it is one of the most important.
When you mean big band--you do mean the big band genre, and not a "big band" in the literal sense? If so, I am not. But I would love to!
Thanks for your lovely comment once again. :)
jazziesax 2 years ago
we play this now and i must say YUR solo was GREAT...that IS the best part of the whole piece
kari434 2 years ago
Why thank you. :)
jazziesax 2 years ago
nice job! i really liked the trombone and alto sax.
jpthemsb 2 years ago
We're playing this at my school. I play alto too, but I have the 2nd part, but know all the solos. The seniors in my section never want the solos. They can't play the 'bluesy' part as good as you
lobsterqueen45 3 years ago
Good job, but the arrangement is missing my favorite part.
Did I mention you rocked that solo like nobody's business?
Ziggyisking 3 years ago
Thanks!
jazziesax 3 years ago
Hey I was there! I was the only tenor sax. YOUR ROCKED THE HELL OUT OF THAT SOLO!!!!! Seriously! Thanks for posting!
spacemountaineer91 3 years ago
Thanks! I appreciate the comment.
I remember you!
That solo was definitely the greatest time I have ever had playing.
jazziesax 3 years ago
the tempo was all over the place. i dont know if it was the conducter or the band just not watching.
i was playing along with it to practice and it pretty much through me off. the section before "stripper" needed to be allegro. it was played too slowly.
badnewstravels 3 years ago
Nice work, the band and you sound great. This Zachindle person needs a good slap, I have never reads such nonsense in my life. "I didn't like the solo because my friend is a better player?" EH??? I liked it a lot, and I am probably a better player than her friend, just guessing?
crazydaisydoo 3 years ago
Thanks!
I didn't understand his comments either.
I really appreciate people like and you and saxdiva backing me up on this.
jazziesax 3 years ago
Zachindle is a man? That surprises me, his comments are very catty for a guy. Not that all girls are catty, it just struck me that they were the comments of a jealous girl, a similar age to you. It takes all sorts.....sigh....
crazydaisydoo 3 years ago
Nice job! And to think that you're just getting started, and you'll only get better from here!
elhaf 3 years ago
I am playing this with a community concert band. I play trombone and have the solo in "It Ain't Necessarily So". I thought the trombone soloist did a great job and overall the song was very well done. I wish Barnes included more of the original solo in there, like when it suddenly picks up. Oh well, at least the trombone got a solo.
JubbaDaTrombone 3 years ago
Nice job Jazziesax,
And don't worry about criticism. None of us are going to get rich playing music anyway. It's all about doing something that's fun, constructive, interesting, and positive. So forget the "negatives" that people try to throw your way.
People should remember the old saying... "If you can't say something nice, don't say anything at all."
Keep playin' girl!
Mikayla
mikaylasax 3 years ago
Thanks!
You're REALLY good yourself. I appreciate it.
jazziesax 3 years ago
Nice tone. :)
tanbark813 3 years ago
This all sounds good to me. Players are putting a lot of soul into their solos. Congratulations!
harrysmallenburg 3 years ago
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The solos could have been better. It sounds like the alto soloist's chops aren't very strong and he/she doesn't have much air control. Also, those little lips aren't very pleasant. The trombone soloist also needs more air support. When our all county 11th/12th grade band played this, the two soloists went to my school and were both all-state level players.
zachindie 3 years ago
Not trying to be mean or anything: but if you can't play alto or trombone, you shouldn't have anything so critical to say.
I mean, I appreciate the comments, but the trombonist happened to be an all state player too. And the alto player, a FRESHMAN which was me.
And FYI: You have to have chops to be able to bend notes like that. Not saying that I'm good: I have A LOT to work on. So there.
jazziesax 3 years ago
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I happen to play and own my own soprano, alto, tenor, and bari sax. Not trying to be critical, just giving my constructive criticism. I probably don't like the trombone solo just because my friend who had the solo was 2nd chair all-state jazz in Florida and is one of the most phenomenal players I've ever heard. The alto solo was also played by my close friend who was a senior and got close to a full ride for jazz performance to both USF and FSU.
zachindie 3 years ago
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And also, bending notes doesn't require much chops unless you want to be like Patrick Meighan and bend notes down by whole step intervals in your sleep.
zachindie 3 years ago
Get over yourself. "This guy I know..." doesn't make you a player--just another no-nothing wannabe critic. Go mature yourself by a few years and accomplish something, then let the rest of us know how it went.
Jazzie, good work. Keep it up.
saxdiva 3 years ago 11
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So I give some criticism while you say "good work, there's nothing to improve on" and suddenly I'm the one who knows nothing? That's such a hypocritical statement right there.
zachindie 3 years ago
Well, first, you appear not to know how to read. I'd suggest working on that BEFORE you go making up quotes for other people.
Second, how about you post a few of YOUR performances and we'll all give you some "criticism?"
Third, there's a huge difference between having your parents buy you a bunch of saxes, or having FRIENDS who can play, and being a player who can offer useful and *tactful* advice. You're tending toward the former.
saxdiva 3 years ago
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Technically, I could say the same thing for you since you have no videos up of your playing so you're still a complete hypocrite.
Secondly, once I find a new challenging solo I plan on putting up new videos. I've already gone through most of the Ferling book so I need to find a real solo.
zachindie 3 years ago
Nice job on the solos =)
JPSaxMan 3 years ago
That was AMAZING! Ive never heard anyone play that good and you are young. You don`t see too many really professional sounding young players. Half of our seniors cant play half that good! =] Im so proud!
Geminimedal 3 years ago
he says he was ready to go home, love.
Haha. I love this vid.
Honors orchestra.. SUCKEEDDDD. Cellos especially.
lvlyindividual 3 years ago
What city?
theluigiteam543 3 years ago
Good job, you have a nice tone.
joncarbs 3 years ago
you're great tabby!
RandomLari 3 years ago