I think he is a combination of a variety of ethnicities, and if you look at his family tree it gets pretty wild & woolly with folks that lived in caves as recently as 30,000 years ago. There might even be a car salesman in there somewhere, but PLEASE don't spread it around. One thing is for sure though, the genetics that resulted in Mr. Yarian sure did produce one heck of a fantastic piano player!
Just as too much rich food can do one harm is it possible that too much JAZZ-is there such a thing?-can harm one?If so,Tom,you must be suffering.This is sheer delight!
This is very good indeed. Fats Waller is difficult enough for one pianist to play cleanly, for two players to perform so well and at such a pace is incredible.
Reminds me of our Mama, who played for the silent movies, when she was a teenager (late '20's. She could still play and sing things she had played all her life, up to the time of her passing, in 2000, at 90. Music will be your friend, when you're older. You don't forget what you've learned, like everything else!
Excellent job, guys! Like it very much, typical Waller.
By the way, after "Bach Up To Me" there's Waller's most famous hit, "The Handful Of Keys".
Does anybody know, did Waller record "Bach Up To Me" ever? Because this is also a great stride number, I didn't find it on my Waller CDs (about 10 CDs), although I have a great interpretation with Dick Hyman.
Herman Autrey (tp), Gene Sedric (cl, ts), Thomas Waller (p, cel, voc, gin), Albert Casey (g), Charles Turner (sb), Yank Porter (d) [provided my liner notes are correct]
...yeah, Dick's version is great too (but slightly faster
Tom, I really hope there is a way you can make a living off of this. The music is clearly underexposed and you have the intelligence and passion to make it work.
you guys have great timing!! A real joy to hear yous!!! :) Thanks!!
GABYCONSTANZA 1 month ago in playlist YouTube Mix for Fats Waller
I just had a fun little dance at the end there. It's good to know people are keeping the real stuff alive. Thanks!
Schizopantheist 5 months ago
I often don't much like modern 'interpretations' of hot jazz, swing etc, but this is great, totally feeling it!
Schizopantheist 5 months ago
what is the ethnic background of 'yarian'?-chick who went to adam's high school
eatmewithaspoon 9 months ago
I think he is a combination of a variety of ethnicities, and if you look at his family tree it gets pretty wild & woolly with folks that lived in caves as recently as 30,000 years ago. There might even be a car salesman in there somewhere, but PLEASE don't spread it around. One thing is for sure though, the genetics that resulted in Mr. Yarian sure did produce one heck of a fantastic piano player!
RagJazzMonkey Tom
tdub1941 9 months ago
what is the ethnic background of 'yarian'?
eatmewithaspoon 9 months ago
Bach Up To Me was really convenient for that tempo change. Brilliant :D
josiah566 1 year ago
Just as too much rich food can do one harm is it possible that too much JAZZ-is there such a thing?-can harm one?If so,Tom,you must be suffering.This is sheer delight!
Squarerig 1 year ago
Great music! Makes me happy! Thanks for sharing, my friend!
plattform5163 2 years ago
Glad you liked it!
Yes, this was a fun set, and I'm tickled that I got this video!
RagJazzMonkey
tdub1941 2 years ago
This is very good indeed. Fats Waller is difficult enough for one pianist to play cleanly, for two players to perform so well and at such a pace is incredible.
CornishMiner 3 years ago
Thanks for you interesting comment. and for watching this video. Yes, these two fellows are fantastic pianists.
RagJazzMonkey
tdub1941 3 years ago
Reminds me of our Mama, who played for the silent movies, when she was a teenager (late '20's. She could still play and sing things she had played all her life, up to the time of her passing, in 2000, at 90. Music will be your friend, when you're older. You don't forget what you've learned, like everything else!
svnnhshirl 3 years ago
Thank you for your very thoughtful comment. It is so true. I wish I could have heard your Mama play!
BEST!
RagJazzMonkey Tom
tdub1941 3 years ago
These two guys play well together.Very smooth! Thanks for another great video Tom. Looking forward to 2008WCRF videos.
hdksr2 3 years ago
Howdy!
Yup, I have already uploaded several vids from WCRF 2008. Take a peek!
Thanks for your comments.
RJMonkey Tom
tdub1941 3 years ago
And here i googled "cocktail music vocals" looking for audio samples...This isn't cocktail...but it sure is fun. Great videos!
whatisfever 3 years ago
Fantastic.I love to hear them play Fats Waller
jechristensen 3 years ago
Thanks for watching!
Tom Warner
tdub1941 3 years ago
Great work fella's!! My kind of music,,and a Fats Waller tune to top it off! Keep it coming,,fantastic!!
idamay1 3 years ago
IdaMay!
Glad you like it!
RagJazzMonkey
Tom Warner
tdub1941 3 years ago
Fantastic duet! I love it!
idasynco 3 years ago
Me too! Thanks for your comment, Ida!
RJMonkey
tdub1941 3 years ago
Five stars! Some of this is pure bravery, but both of you catch it - very well done!
(too bad the youtube online conversion system always degrades the sound of those vids)
MarkusL2007 3 years ago
Hi Markus!
Thanks for your nice comments.
RagJazzMonkey
Tom Warner
tdub1941 3 years ago
5 stars and subscription!!!
vanessaethedragon 4 years ago
Dear Vanessa,
Thankyou for subscribing and the 5 stars.
You are a doll!
RagJazzMonkey
tdub1941 4 years ago
Excellent job, guys! Like it very much, typical Waller.
By the way, after "Bach Up To Me" there's Waller's most famous hit, "The Handful Of Keys".
Does anybody know, did Waller record "Bach Up To Me" ever? Because this is also a great stride number, I didn't find it on my Waller CDs (about 10 CDs), although I have a great interpretation with Dick Hyman.
likemyviolin 4 years ago
Title: "Bach Up To Me" (also: "Back Up To Me")
Date: N.Y. June 8th 1936
Group: "Fats Waller & His Rhythm"
Herman Autrey (tp), Gene Sedric (cl, ts), Thomas Waller (p, cel, voc, gin), Albert Casey (g), Charles Turner (sb), Yank Porter (d) [provided my liner notes are correct]
...yeah, Dick's version is great too (but slightly faster
MarkusL2007 3 years ago
Five stars for this one.
slavophile1 4 years ago
Thanks for your comment. Also, it is the last 3 minutes of this video that really gets frantic! The part of the medley that is "Bach up to me."
Tom
tdub1941 4 years ago
Tom, I really hope there is a way you can make a living off of this. The music is clearly underexposed and you have the intelligence and passion to make it work.
slavophile1 4 years ago