SOTM SOTM October 2016 - The Lady is a Tramp

ChillyMike · Oct 9, 2016

Thanks for the very kind comments guys. I managed to record the first half of the track ok after a few goes, but the improvisation didn't quite go to plan.

I had a few different ideas and noted them down. A few alternate sequences etc for my improv bit, but when it came to recording them they all got mixed up and all the right notes not necessarily in the right order just sort of happened.

Anyway time was running out so merged the improvisation to the first half done earlier. The trill at the end was sort of accidental....I ran out of notes early lol.

Recording was straight into the built in microphone of my Mac running GarageBand with the backing track in my headphones.

I get frustrated not having enough practice time as often, when I am free to practice I am unable too due to the sheer noise, or I'm in an environment where it's just not possible. I'm strongly considering getting that new Roland Aerophone EWI to extend practice times to suit me, but do realise I still need to get hours on the 'real' thing.

Anyway, cheers, Mike.

B Flat · Oct 11, 2016

Just noticed this one and thought I'd give it a try.
First time through and pressed record, so be gentle.

https://soundcloud.com/b-flat-6%2Fthe-lady-is-a-skank

View: https://soundcloud.com/b-flat-6/the-lady-is-a-skank

nigeld · Oct 11, 2016

B Flat said:
Just noticed this one and thought I'd give it a try.
First time through and pressed record, so be gentle.

@B Flat There's no need to be gentle - it sounds good. If I could get anywhere close to that on my 47th time through I would be overjoyed.

Colin the Bear · Oct 11, 2016

@B Flat Always a pleasure. Now get over to BotM. 😉

Francisco · Oct 12, 2016

hi all, on this thread, my tramp take 🙂

Colin the Bear · Oct 12, 2016

@Francisco . It's coming along nicely.

nigeld · Oct 12, 2016

@Francisco Well done. I enjoyed that.

nigeld · Oct 15, 2016

Here is an iReal Pro backing chart for Lady is a Tramp, for iReal Pro fans.

It's like Chris's version with a 4 bar intro, but the coda has an extra 4 bars"
"Hates California, it's cold and it's damp.
That's why the lady is . .
That's why the lady is . .
That's why the lady is a tramp"

(Chris' version goes
"Hates California, it's cold and it's damp.
That's why the lady is a tramp")

I like using iReal Pro for backing because it lets me choose the tempo and the key. For example, you can change the key from C to F and play the tenor version of the tune on an alto sax. You can also add an extra repetition (or as many as you like) - the intro and coda will only be played once each. You can export an audio file to disk for making a recording.

Dropbox - Lady Is a Tramp iReal Pro.html

Edit: I uploaded the wrong file to Dropbox. Should be right now.
Edit: added instructions below for importing into iReal Pro on an iPhone.

To import the file into iReal Pro, download and open it, or on a phone tap the "share" icon top right in Safari (the box with an arrow coming out of it) and choose "Import with iReal Pro" from the list of options.

trimmy · Oct 15, 2016

nigeld said:
Edit: I uploaded the wrong file to Dropbox. Should be right now.

Not working for me

nigeld · Oct 15, 2016

trimmy said:
Not working for me

@trimmy - Have you got iReal Pro installed on your phone?
If so, you should tap the "share" icon top right (the box with an arrow coming out of it) and choose "Import with iReal Pro" from the list of options.

trimmy · Oct 15, 2016

Done

i was trying to open it in Dropbox, it's in my iReal Pro now 🙂

nigeld · Oct 15, 2016

trimmy said:
it's in my iReal Pro now

Excellent. Enjoy!

The Jazz 1300 playlist in iReal Pro has backing tracks for just about any tune that is likely to come up in SOTW or BOTW, including Satin Doll.

trimmy · Oct 15, 2016

Colin the Bear said:
It's just one I did earlier.

View: https://soundcloud.com/colin-the-bear/lady-is-a-tramp-205

Just having a catch up on this thread and great versions posted by all

but gotta say CtB....love it 🙂

mrpeebee · Oct 24, 2016

Here is my quick and dirty take for this month tune. I used the backing of Chris (thanks!), but made it a bit faster with Audacity.

- 'The Lady Is A Tramp' (Florida no USA 10* - Rico Royal 2):
http://soundclick.com/share.cfm?id=13471430

nigeld · Oct 24, 2016

mrpeebee said:
Here is my quick and dirty take for this month tune. I used the backing of Chris (thanks!), but made it a bit faster with Audacity.

- 'The Lady Is A Tramp' (Florida no USA 10* - Rico Royal 2):
http://soundclick.com/share.cfm?id=13471430

Great sound! I like the faster pace as well.

nigeld · Oct 24, 2016

We have had some great postings so far, but there's room for more folks!

nigeld · Oct 25, 2016

It seems to me that one of the tasks of the SOTM host is to ensure there is a balance between excellence and inexperience in the postings. The posts so far this month have been excellent, starting with @Colin the Bear on day 1, and lately with @Guenne yesterday.

So it's time to tip the balance back into the beginner arena. Here is my effort, played on my new alto (Yamaha YAS 280) and newly refaced mouthpiece, (Selmer Soloist) which I got back earlier today.

This is my first attempt to think about the harmony while improvising. As a result, the melodic aspect has suffered, but it's a step forward for me. Helpful comments and suggestions are very welcome.

https://soundcloud.com/user-935648777%2Fthe-lady-is-a-tramp

Taz · Oct 25, 2016

Guenne said:
Post lunch, pre teaching take 🙂

Some great versions, but this has to be my favourite so far. You have such a light but fluid touch to your playing, something that I dream of!

Taz · Oct 25, 2016

My turn, I recorded this a while ago, I think my recording technique has improved a bit since so I may just re do it as it sounds a little...... strangled!

https://soundcloud.com/taz-16%2Fa-tramp-like-lady-tenor-sax

View: https://soundcloud.com/taz-16/a-tramp-like-lady-tenor-sax