@3:30 I just read from "Retrospective Django Reinhardt 1934-1952" about "Swing 42" it's written "A theme that's as cheerful as you could wish, played extremely softly. One evening when he was having dinner with his drummer Pierre Fouad, Django said: "Listen Brother, I'm going to sing like Armstrong!" He went on to improvise this tune singing scat. He enjoyed it so much he decided to keep it in mind, and he recorded it in the studio on September 11th 1941. Swing 42 was like a breath of oxygen for occupied France and it stayed in Django's repertoire for a long time". Also, the tune is credited to Django Reinhardt alone, could not be written with Stephane! "Swing 39" was composed before the war started in France by the legendary duo though, and I think this is why we're confused ^^.. Anyway thanks for the great lessons! I love when you both play, swings so much and cool tips!
Playing was great. Except for the lack of dynamics. Robin had the loudest guitar, and did not seem inclined to modulate his amplitude. Perhaps it was the acoustics in the room. It seems to happen too often with performances involving multiple (2 or more) guitarists; which makes me disinclined to listen to them. I keep listening, though, because I know it is possible for guitarists to listen better. And, no, I won’t be naming anyone; they know who they are. Yes. I am a guitarist and am listening to as much music as possible to establish my own musical values and taste.
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Thank you Oscar! Robin
@3:30 I just read from "Retrospective Django Reinhardt 1934-1952" about "Swing 42" it's written "A theme that's as cheerful as you could wish, played extremely softly. One evening when he was having dinner with his drummer Pierre Fouad, Django said: "Listen Brother, I'm going to sing like Armstrong!" He went on to improvise this tune singing scat. He enjoyed it so much he decided to keep it in mind, and he recorded it in the studio on September 11th 1941. Swing 42 was like a breath of oxygen for occupied France and it stayed in Django's repertoire for a long time". Also, the tune is credited to Django Reinhardt alone, could not be written with Stephane! "Swing 39" was composed before the war started in France by the legendary duo though, and I think this is why we're confused ^^.. Anyway thanks for the great lessons! I love when you both play, swings so much and cool tips!
Great story thanks so much for sharing! 🎸💕Robin
Robin your playing was beautiful, so natural. You don’t even have to look at the fretboard it’s all so flowing. Both of you great stuff!
Thanks so much Lorne! Robin
The feeling and attitude comes through in both of you as you play.
Thanks for kind comment Carol stay inspired! Robin
My God! Robin's got sooo good recently! Absolutely smashing it! 👏👏👏
Kind words man thanks! Robin
awesome video. Thank you. The sympathy of both musicians is the maximum!
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Many thanks to Robin and Martin for this presentation - cooking Gypsy Jazz with a bit of added spiced sauce!
Welcome Topaz stay inspired! Robin
As well as enjoying the great soloing, this is a valuable lesson, with very helpful camera angles showing how to do la pompe for these classics.
Thanks for feedback Mark always helps!
BRAVO NOLAN !!!!
Thank you Janusz!
Great analogy using the Painting by numbers quote.
Right! 🙏🎸🙌
Thank you very much for posting....love the knowledge...insight..and how easy you guys make Gypsy Guitar look..LOVE!!!!instantly smile every time..!!!
Thanks so much and stay inspired! Robin
Lovely to see, thanks. I think I'll dig my Spirit of Django CD out and have a listen. It's been a while.
Such a great album! Robin
Im ready guru to learn. Thanks guys that was so much knowledge in a cool relaxed way!
Nice one mate stay inspired lots of useful lessons on my channel! Robin
A very enjoyable hour!!
Welcome Philip always great playing with Martin! Robib
Wonderful!! Love just hitting the play button, sitting back and listening!! #Inspired
So glad you enjoy it Morris stay inspired! Robin
Absolutely!!
Smooth groovin' Robin!
Thanks man!
Thank you very much for playing and explaining around improvisation. Helps a lot.
Glad it helps Ulf stay inspired! Robin
gorgeous dynamics!!
🎸💕 they really help! Robin
I’ve been a Martin Taylor respecter for a number of yrs but the tone of that other Gtr is to die for!!was it louder in the mix or is that THEE tone?
Just one mic I think yes a beauty!
Looking forward to hear you
always a pleasure with Martin
Wow! Thank you so much gentlemen,,, brilliant
Cheers Frank! Robin
Thank you both for posting this..... great playing and very useful tips. Your approach to improvising is the best!!! 🎸🎸👍👍
Appreciate the kind words and glad it helps Robert! 🙏🎸💕Robin
Very interesting details!
super ! merci a vous deux j'adore ce genre de phrases manouche et aussi blues ,merci robin a bientôt ,marc
Welcome Marc stay inspired! Robin
Perfect backdrop for my workday!
Perfect Rich!
Keep up the great work guys, we love your playing together.
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Django Geek Dope !!
Yeah Reverend! 🎸💕
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Playing was great. Except for the lack of dynamics. Robin had the loudest guitar, and did not seem inclined to modulate his amplitude. Perhaps it was the acoustics in the room.
It seems to happen too often with performances involving multiple (2 or more) guitarists; which makes me disinclined to listen to them. I keep listening, though, because I know it is possible for guitarists to listen better. And, no, I won’t be naming anyone; they know who they are.
Yes. I am a guitarist and am listening to as much music as possible to establish my own musical values and taste.