I think I learned something by observing Maestro Bruno playing "When You're Smiling": In solo guitar, it's all about the cadenza. Another thought arose while watching Maestro Bruno play: 'Thank God for the Western tonal system.' And thank you, Maestro Bruno, thank you.
Hi Jimmy. I've taken your advice re: real books and using my ear more. I noticed on Cantaloupe Island, the melody over the Dm7 has an Eb note. Actually sounds less dissonant to me than the natural E. Seems everywhere I look says play D Dorian over it. I guess that's why you need to keep listening. Theory alone doesn't cut it. Any thoughts on this? Am I wrong? Also, is your current lesson website JBGW? Cheers!
Hey Jimmy, really enjoying these videos, thank you for taking the time to share your love of music and guitar. Now that my polytone has crapped out, wondering what you are using in these videos for amplification?
In 1964, I was 20 yeas old and loved jazz. I went to the Newport Jazz Festival to see John Coltrane and just before Trane’s set, Joe Williams was on stage and tore the house down! When lots of people rushed the stage in Freebody Park, George Wein, the promoter, went to the mic and told the crowd he would shut the evenings performance down if they didn’t return to their seats. Luckily, everyone did as he asked and I got to see and listen to Coltrane live for the very first and last time. Joe Williams was fantastic and had the Newport house band as his band.........Coleman Hawkins, Roy Haynes, etc. What a night! P.S. This was the last NJF held in Freebody Park due to how large it became.
Jimmy Bruno That same weekend, I also got to meet and have breakfast with Roy Haynes. I had just finished have breakfast with the friend I went to Newport with and as we left the restaurant and started walking downing the street, I saw Roy coming our way. I said hello and briefly mentioned Coltrane. Roy invited us to breakfast with him.........two white, middle class kids from Philly........and after we ate he took us to one of the local jazz clubs on Newport. We walked in and the emcee stopped what he was saying and introduced “Mr. Roy Haynes and his two friends!” Needless to say, we were totally blown away. Roy was the drummer the year in the Newport Jazz Festival’s house band, so I got to see him play for two nights. That trip was one of the great highlights of my life!
Paul Gibby Thanks so much for reminding me about the NJF film! I remember when it was released and fell in love with it. I’ll watch it later today. Thanks, again.
I put it right up there with the Tony Gatliff documentary "Latcho Drom" about the evolution of gypsy music. In the NJF film, the photography and cutting, as well as of course the fabulous musicians, are so beautiful. All the best!
Jimmy, I've known your guitar playing and admired it for about 15 years. The mic on your device does not really does the job. Would be great to hear you in a better quality audio. Former Tony Romandini's student. Cheers
It’s ALMOST impossible to get pissed off when your playing those tunes. Really liked the music and pictures at the end. What was that last chord you played? Thanks Jimmy
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I think I learned something by observing Maestro Bruno playing "When You're Smiling": In solo guitar, it's all about the cadenza. Another thought arose while watching Maestro Bruno play: 'Thank God for the Western tonal system.' And thank you, Maestro Bruno, thank you.
Your an inspiration to every jazz player! Beautiful playing!!!
Those daily videos could really become my new orange juice. Very inspirational and a source of great tunes, thanks Mr. Bruno!
Make sure that you get enough vitamin C
Made me “smile”...
Charlie Chaplin , what a phenomenal genius from such humble origin. Great tunes made even greater .
Thanks for posting. :) I am totally smiling.
haha I am still chuckling about the pigeon joke..... good one... love your playing... Cheers
Brilliant as always
Great jazz faces Jimmy! I’m gonna have to work on mine...
You can probably take a jazz face course at a University.. no music...just jazz faces
Jimmy you're the best
Thanks Jimmy love when. Your smiling Bionic George
You are one cool cat!
Good video Jimmy
Lovely and inspirational as always.
What is your favorite solid body electric? And why.
probably Roger Sadowsy and Bill Comins. They are both very easy to play
Jimmy Bruno haha great!
Hi Jimmy. I've taken your advice re: real books and using my ear more. I noticed on Cantaloupe Island, the melody over the Dm7 has an Eb note. Actually sounds less dissonant to me than the natural E. Seems everywhere I look says play D Dorian over it. I guess that's why you need to keep listening. Theory alone doesn't cut it. Any thoughts on this? Am I wrong?
Also, is your current lesson website JBGW? Cheers!
Hey Jimmy, really enjoying these videos, thank you for taking the time to share your love of music and guitar. Now that my polytone has crapped out, wondering what you are using in these videos for amplification?
Jimmy your one of a kind. Thanks for the when your smiling absolutely brilliant!
Jimmy I absolutely love your playing but not your photos :)
In 1964, I was 20 yeas old and loved jazz. I went to the Newport Jazz Festival to see John Coltrane and just before Trane’s set, Joe Williams was on stage and tore the house down! When lots of people rushed the stage in Freebody Park, George Wein, the promoter, went to the mic and told the crowd he would shut the evenings performance down if they didn’t return to their seats. Luckily, everyone did as he asked and I got to see and listen to Coltrane live for the very first and last time. Joe Williams was fantastic and had the Newport house band as his band.........Coleman Hawkins, Roy Haynes, etc. What a night! P.S. This was the last NJF held in Freebody Park due to how large it became.
You are so lucky to have seen Coltrane...I never have
Jimmy Bruno That same weekend, I also got to meet and have breakfast with Roy Haynes. I had just finished have breakfast with the friend I went to Newport with and as we left the restaurant and started walking downing the street, I saw Roy coming our way. I said hello and briefly mentioned Coltrane. Roy invited us to breakfast with him.........two white, middle class kids from Philly........and after we ate he took us to one of the local jazz clubs on Newport. We walked in and the emcee stopped what he was saying and introduced “Mr. Roy Haynes and his two friends!” Needless to say, we were totally blown away.
Roy was the drummer the year in the Newport Jazz Festival’s house band, so I got to see him play for two nights. That trip was one of the great highlights of my life!
Great memory! I just watched this about the 1958 NJF. Must have been great to see/hear those great ones! th-cam.com/video/Py-5K2R92Wg/w-d-xo.html
Paul Gibby Thanks so much for reminding me about the NJF film! I remember when it was released and fell in love with it. I’ll watch it later today. Thanks, again.
I put it right up there with the Tony Gatliff documentary "Latcho Drom" about the evolution of gypsy music. In the NJF film, the photography and cutting, as well as of course the fabulous musicians, are so beautiful. All the best!
Something like that. Frick yeah!!!
can I request ."The More I see You".....great song. and the more we see you the better we feel.cheers.
Good tune. I'll try
Thanks Nigel
You are such a beautiful Player ...
Jimmy, I've known your guitar playing and admired it for about 15 years. The mic on your device does not really does the job. Would be great to hear you in a better quality audio. Former Tony Romandini's student. Cheers
it would cost too much to have it recorded it professionally. However the videos in the school, are filmed by a pro. MUCH MUCH better than these
Thank you
So targeting different tones of 2-5-1 helps us both technically and also when listening? Thanks as always for posting great content!
Yes, it's the best exercise to develop your ear
It’s ALMOST impossible to get pissed off when your playing those tunes. Really liked the music and pictures at the end.
What was that last chord you played? Thanks Jimmy
It was C./D
Thanks Jimmy
Mr. Bruno, would you consider playing Van Heusen’s “But Beautiful”? I don’t think I’ve ever heard you play it.
not my favorite tune
Thank you for the reply. I guess with so many songs there are bound to be many that you don’t gravitate to. Lol!
Beautiful ...
Have a nice Sunday!
I'll give it a shot...
Why would anyone give a thumbs down on a pleasant comment like the one you just said. There are some serious fuck heads out there!!
Nice.
Hello teacher, I play a little jazz
I want you to make more videos like this
I would like to learn more from you
there is an online school...jbguitarworkshop.com/index.cfm
What is your favourite pick (plectrum) ?
don't have a favorite
Should've rephrased the question "what pick do you use most often these days"?