Although Kenneth Tse did a remarkble job, I think Otis Murphy has a better interpretation. Not to mention this accompanying ensemble is WAY better than the one accompanying Kenneth. Many times they cover him up. This ensemble is way better balanced. A nice, dark robust sound.
@TheRealTAKO I think Kenneth's notes are a little more clear in some parts but he lacks emotion when playing, especially when it gets to to the song climax at around 5:05 - 5:51ish. That's just my personal opinion though. Both amazing players!
I may just be an intermediate (sp?) sax player but i can recognize good altisimo. And ther it was. Flawless. Anybody know what kind of sax he's using? Jwk
I like his interpretation, but I am not a big fan of his single speed vibrato, Probably at the more expressive parts Otis should have a more variable speed vibrato to fit the music. Other things: nice blending with the ensemble and insane altissimo!!!!!
Best tone he fits with the whole thing perfectly he doesnt stick out he blends in even though you can hear him perfectly perfect volume best version of the solo. Great altisimo. Perfect!!!
His run coming out of the cadenza? Mind = blown. And his interpretation of everything (especially the cadenza) is the most musical of the three. The only thing I don't like is that his vibrato's a little fast during the expressivo.
His run coming out of the cadenza? Mind = blown. In so many ways. This is an awesome performance. His interpretation of the piece (especially the cadenza) is probably the most musical of "the three." And everything's so clean!
Between Otis Murphy, Dale Underwood, and Kenneth Tse, I can't pick a favorite rendition. Otis Murphy, love the way he cleanly blows through those sixteenth note runs. Dale Underwood, best Expressivo. Kenneth Tse both impressive finger work and expressivo. Anyone ever hear Charlie Richard from Riverside play this piece? Absolutely amazing!!
Very impressive. I'm reading this piece and hoping I can get it to a high enough standard to compete with this next spring. Is it weird that I want Dale Underwood's sound, Kenneth Tse's technique, and Otis Myrphy's speed and style in regards to this piece??
Is that Ray Cramer conducting?
samcooperlane 3 days ago
5:26 AWESOME!! THATS INTERPRETATION... otis murphy has steel cables in his mouth, his embouchure is proof of it.
TheDesertlocust 4 weeks ago
@TheDesertlocust my bad....its 5:24
TheDesertlocust 4 weeks ago
Although Kenneth Tse did a remarkble job, I think Otis Murphy has a better interpretation. Not to mention this accompanying ensemble is WAY better than the one accompanying Kenneth. Many times they cover him up. This ensemble is way better balanced. A nice, dark robust sound.
RashaadCalaham 1 month ago 2
Definitely teared up at the climax at 5:05. Beautiful. I really hope to study with him for my Masters. He's incredible.
ReReUnabridged 1 month ago
I cant stop listening to the bend at 05:23
thaquestionmark 2 months ago 2
what is name of the band play this?
wongjerry2010 2 months ago
he's a professor at my university (Indiana)... so talented, and so are his students! ^_^
Shutupfatty2009 2 months ago
Go listen to Kenneth Tse playing this song. I personally think it's better but you decide! It's on youtube.
TheRealTAKO 2 months ago
@TheRealTAKO no way
sadisticoctopus 2 months ago
@TheRealTAKO I think Kenneth's notes are a little more clear in some parts but he lacks emotion when playing, especially when it gets to to the song climax at around 5:05 - 5:51ish. That's just my personal opinion though. Both amazing players!
MurphyZeke 2 months ago
@MurphyZeke I can't agree more. This version triumphs for emotion. Just phenomenal, all around really.
allieplaysmusic 2 months ago
@brinkofdisasterfreak - he plays a gold plated Yamaha Custom EX with a Vandoren AL3 mouthpiece.
Skizzot2005 3 months ago
Otis Murphy is amazing! I have been playing the sax for six years, I hope i can meet him sometime!
JesusFollower62 3 months ago
I may just be an intermediate (sp?) sax player but i can recognize good altisimo. And ther it was. Flawless. Anybody know what kind of sax he's using? Jwk
brinkofdisasterfreak 3 months ago
5:04...my God.
Chaotross 4 months ago 2
@Chaotross I know . . .
shysaxguy 2 months ago
god that altissimo is flawless...
MrCleverest 4 months ago in playlist MrCleverest's favorites
I like his interpretation, but I am not a big fan of his single speed vibrato, Probably at the more expressive parts Otis should have a more variable speed vibrato to fit the music. Other things: nice blending with the ensemble and insane altissimo!!!!!
CdmeisterRZ 5 months ago
theres not one guy in the orchestra.. not one.. alllll asian ladies
XdarkdomainX 5 months ago
@XdarkdomainX There's a guy playing French Horn!
ENsaxist 4 months ago
"Bitch, come over here and have sex with Otis Murphy. I'm Rick James, Bitch."
SuperPaulSax 5 months ago 2
Dr. Murphy > Dale Underwood??? please reply =) thoughts, personal experiences listening, etc
shysaxguy 6 months ago
I love how he looks up at the Heavens at 0:46 and is like, "Hey God, betcha can't do THAT."
hmin310 7 months ago
The part from 05:05, made me tear!
petrius666petrius 7 months ago
He has a 15" penis.
hmin310 8 months ago
@hmin310 think you mean 15' lol
redsox3438 7 months ago
@redsox3438 Hahahahaha! I stand corrected!
hmin310 6 months ago
holy shit, Ray Cramer's in this too. This video just got MORE cool points.
SaxAppeal14 11 months ago
Best tone he fits with the whole thing perfectly he doesnt stick out he blends in even though you can hear him perfectly perfect volume best version of the solo. Great altisimo. Perfect!!!
scorpianguitar 11 months ago
Wonderful!
fasterthanilook 11 months ago
The scary part is he's even better now.
He's such a student of the instrument that he gets better every time he plays the horn.
rosski47 1 year ago
9:05 THE MOST POWERFUL ES IVE EVER HEARD lol yes!
CAMB1231 1 year ago
I LOVE OTIS MURPHY!!! I TAKE LESSONS FROM ONE OF HIS STUDENTS!!! :)
CAMB1231 1 year ago
@CAMB1231 me too!
Moysauce22 11 months ago
Otis Murphy is the best!!!
justsosaxplayer 1 year ago 2
this guy is a serious force.
suntzu2004 1 year ago 13
@suntzu2004 to be reckoned with :)
shysaxguy 2 months ago in playlist Favorite videos
His run coming out of the cadenza? Mind = blown. And his interpretation of everything (especially the cadenza) is the most musical of the three. The only thing I don't like is that his vibrato's a little fast during the expressivo.
mbctrekclass 1 year ago 2
His run coming out of the cadenza? Mind = blown. In so many ways. This is an awesome performance. His interpretation of the piece (especially the cadenza) is probably the most musical of "the three." And everything's so clean!
mbctrekclass 1 year ago
this guy is better than anyone i've heard.
hujklnm23 1 year ago
Dr. Murphy >>>> everyone who played or will play Fantasia for Saxophone. It's a fact.
choypia 1 year ago 2
@choypia Dr. Murphy >>>> anyone who has played or ever will play the saxophone period. NOW THAT IS A FACT.
spironicolas 7 months ago
Between Otis Murphy, Dale Underwood, and Kenneth Tse, I can't pick a favorite rendition. Otis Murphy, love the way he cleanly blows through those sixteenth note runs. Dale Underwood, best Expressivo. Kenneth Tse both impressive finger work and expressivo. Anyone ever hear Charlie Richard from Riverside play this piece? Absolutely amazing!!
coconut529 1 year ago
Very impressive. I'm reading this piece and hoping I can get it to a high enough standard to compete with this next spring. Is it weird that I want Dale Underwood's sound, Kenneth Tse's technique, and Otis Myrphy's speed and style in regards to this piece??
shaynohhhmac 1 year ago
only matched by kenneth tse...
KTFLight 1 year ago
jesus christ...
skate4fun21 1 year ago 2
Otis Murphy is awesome! Would love to study with him one day...
brth77 1 year ago 16
@brth77 oh yeh
nable60106 1 year ago
@brth77 i studied with him
LaNDoNx18 1 year ago