2012/09 - Detour Ahead

[Saxade]

OK in Aussie it is September eve... time to release the new Ballad.... Now I know this tune will.. maybe somewhat challenging...not because it is difficult to play note for note...but the way it is expressed, thus we can all make it our own, with our individual style.
If anyone needs some resources to assist with this... between myself and Chris, I think we can make this accessible for all. (I Hope) ;}
This Month's Ballad is... Detour Ahead ...(I Hope that was Not a collective groan)
Some samples ... One of my favourites is Vince Jones http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QE7E7oXzKzc or Maybe Stan Getz from the 50's http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=EpzkkCRGZMI
Or crazydaisydo http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=x6fxxvqEf14
Enjoy...
Looking forward to the various renditions..

Ade

 

[trimmy]

Re: 2012/07 - Over the Rainbow

That Vinnie Jones is versatile first football, then acting and now singing :shocked:

Here's a good alto version..... http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VsKPESu5EZc&feature=channel&list=UL ;}


ooops double post computer froze

 

[Kingsleyhk]

Re: 2012/07 - Over the Rainbow

Not bad flugel/trumpet player in the Chet Baker mould:

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4VYpiEmho34

Listen from about 1:40

 

[Mike]

Re: 2012/07 - Over the Rainbow

I haven't participated in the the tune of the month thing but I have something
I did quite a few years ago. I'll always remember this recording because I was in the process
of having two new front teeth veneers put in. I recorded this tune with the temps which were
quite a protrusion and awkward. My Jerry Lewis (Nutty Professor) rendition...
Anyway, I sound flat and lackluster but who cares. Flat and sharp are merely states of mind.

Ah, the irony of playing tonally.............

https://www.box.com/s/xz9yvst7u3x4tkkladuc

 

[Chris]

Re: 2012/07 - Over the Rainbow

@Mike, I think you missed your true calling.

Chris...

 

[Jeanette]

Re: 2012/07 - Over the Rainbow

Anyway, I sound flat and lackluster but who cares. Flat and sharp are merely states of mind.

Ah, the irony of playing tonally.............

https://www.box.com/s/xz9yvst7u3x4tkkladuc

I think I'd describe it as gentle.

Agree with Chris

Jx

 

[gladsaxisme]

Re: 2012/07 - Over the Rainbow

This is a good Alto version http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=VsKPESu5EZc ;}

Which leaves the question what is ade going to post now?.....John

 

[Chris]

Re: 2012/07 - Over the Rainbow

Which leaves the question what is ade going to post now?.....John

I was thinking what would Ade post now?? Hmmmm! Interesting..

Chris...

 

[gladsaxisme]

Re: 2012/07 - Over the Rainbow

Hey I said it first.

 

[Chris]

Re: 2012/07 - Over the Rainbow

Hey I said it first.

I know, it just puts more pressure on Ade;}

Chris..

 

[trimmy]

Re: 2012/07 - Over the Rainbow

I know, it just puts more pressure on Ade;}

Chris..

The pressure will be do a better version than his original (not that there was anything wrong with the original)

 

[Chris]

Re: 2012/07 - Over the Rainbow

Not to happy with the solo. Some things worked but some didn't, but there is plenty of time for another version;}..

https://www.box.com/s/6338636dt2jyajplbqd0

Chris..

 

[trimmy]

Re: 2012/07 - Over the Rainbow

**** that was quick nice version Chris

 

[Saxade]

Re: 2012/07 - Over the Rainbow

I know, it just puts more pressure on Ade;}

Chris..

Thanks Chris... Thats what I need more pressure

Not to happy with the solo. Some things worked but some didn't, but there is plenty of time for another version;}..

https://www.box.com/s/6338636dt2jyajplbqd0

Chris..

Great to hear you up and about so early with a version.. I know what you mean when it comes to soloing, but by having a go at improvising we keep learning

Which leaves the question what is ade going to post now?.....John

I have just dusted of the Tenor.... ;}

I haven't participated in the the tune of the month thing but I have something
I did quite a few years ago. I'll always remember this recording because I was in the process
of having two new front teeth veneers put in. I recorded this tune with the temps which were
quite a protrusion and awkward. My Jerry Lewis (Nutty Professor) rendition...
Anyway, I sound flat and lackluster but who cares. Flat and sharp are merely states of mind.

Ah, the irony of playing tonally.............

https://www.box.com/s/xz9yvst7u3x4tkkladuc

Great Mike Enjoyed that.....

 

[Saxade]

Detour Ahead

Well it's Time to put up ......

http://soundcloud.com/saxade/detour-ahead

 

[Chris]

Re: Detour Ahead

We did wonder what you might do Ade. Very nice version, lovely laid back feel to the whole track..

Chris...

 

[Clivey]

Re: Detour Ahead

Another really good choice. and 4 Ace takes already.

Nice to hear early Mike .I hope you stick at your sax. It`s so much more expressive than guitar, and sometimes the real breakthrough in concept is just round the corner.

As usual Chris you`re fast off the mark. You got a take up before most of us have found the sheet on "WikiF". Nice playing which is still heading in the right direction and I hope you are preparing your Sop Debut as we speak.

Ade. I loved the NY /East coast backing being a sucker for anything Fender Rhodes and thought you did a good job of laying down some coolness.

I hope I can do one this month. I`ve had a few ill days and also other techy probs with horns and Internet. My DIY skills have been tested by my 2 tenors and my Sop but I hope they are OK now and I already have a backing so I`ll hopefully get a take done soon. I`ve been trying out on Vocals and Sop on a Chet Baker cover and wow if I thought playing a horn was hard. "Well I`ll tell Ya"?

 

[trimmy]

Re: Detour Ahead

Well it's Time to put up ......
http://soundcloud.com/saxade/detour-ahead

Well that was certainly 'put up' could listen to that all day :welldone chilled me out it has

 

[visionari1]

Re: Detour Ahead

Hi Adrian, I thought that was very cruisey and laid back. Your playing has come on since the last time I heard you.
The effects you used on this really add to the feel. Great backing track where did you get that one!
My only slight criticism is more ryththm and tone variety, I was waiting for you to cut loose a little.

Very well done

Hmmm this "Ballad a Month" is working well for you, maybe I should get into posting, I have lots of excuses none of which are valid.

 

[Saxade]

Re: Detour Ahead

My only slight criticism is more ryththm and tone variety, I was waiting for you to cut loose a little.

Very well done

Hmmm this "Ballad a Month" is working well for you, maybe I should get into posting, I have lots of excuses none of which are valid.

Good to hear from you Jimu.. I totally agree with you.. about cutting loose .. I have the urge and some of the feeling of where I should go in a melody.... but as yet no guts to give it a serious go with the Mike on!