I studied under Claude T Smith in the early 80s in Oklahoma when he was launching Fantasia. I played clarinet, he worked us hard until my lip was bleeding. A musical genius.
Best tone he fits with the whole thing perfectly he doesnt stick out he blends in even though you can hear him perfectly perfect volume best version of the solo. Great altisimo. Perfect!!!
The perfect concerto for the saxophone, played masterfully by Mr. Murphy. The best version of this piece and the go to reference for future performers.
an all natural played not from sheets of written notes but a performance directed orchestrated souly from the heart. that instrument was plugged into a Devine link
I saw him play this live with the Navy band at the saxophone symposium this past week! It was honestly one of the most mind blowing performances I've ever heard.
I saw him perform 2 days ago and yesterday, AND I got his autograph, this man is fantastic. If you get the privilege to ever hear him in person you are one lucky person. He is THE MOST AMAZING SAX PLAYER I HAVE EVER HEARD.
Still one of the most memorable experiences I ever had was playing clarinet right next to him when he did this piece for the Honor Band of America (Music for All) back in 2006
My saxophone teacher did a gig with Otis Murphy a couple of years ago where Murphy’s very pregnant wife was in the back of my saxophone teacher’s car and the air conditioning broke. (Keep in mind, it was in the middle of July and the weather was in the mid-80’s.)
He played a concert at my uni tonight. It was unbelievable. You can't hear his keys and pads click if you are right in front of him. And I've never heard someone play with such genuine emotion.
There was also an incredibly insightful master class in which some of the saxophone performance majors played. Not only did he teach them some, he taught everyone in the room and involved everyone, even if they didn't have their horn at the moment. Not only is he a fantastic player, he is an amazing educator as well.
Haha, I definitely agree (now) facemash. I think I was just being a French School elitist that day. One of the best things about music is that a lot of it is subjective, including instrument/model preference. In the last month or so, I've actually grown extremely fond of the Customs. :) and Otis Murphy only helps its case.
Murphy is amazing, but can we talk about how stellar the band is?? They are incredible, wish they got more credit, or any credit lol-dont even know if this is tokyo kosei or some other japanese band
Might be controversial to say this but I prefer this performance over James Bargers' in 2012 at TMEA. Both are GREAT indeed! I just like this one more.
@Keanan You have to admit learning fingerings for sax is more intuitive than most instruments (I am assuming from the comment you must play sax). I'm not saying it's any easier to master than any other instrument. Getting basic understanding, though is pretty easy.
Although Kenneth Tse did a remarkble job, I think Otis Murphy has a better interpretation. Not to mention this accompanying ensemble is WAY better than the one accompanying Kenneth. Many times they cover him up. This ensemble is way better balanced. A nice, dark robust sound.
When I do scoops like that I use my tongue and raise it while slowly lifting into the G. Make sure to use lots of air when attempting. I play on a Mark vi without an F# key and so to play the high F# I use front key with the B and bis B flat. I can scoop with just lifting the bis slowly.
I would start with playing the G and then bending it down. Start small by bending it down to F#,then F, E, and then however far you can go without dropping into a different register. Like Nick said, use lots of air and your tongue to make the change. After you do this, bending up to a note should be easier because you will have better control of your voicing in that register. When I am actually bending the note in context, I play the F#, then quickly change to the G fingering. When I make this change, I use my tongue to play an F# while still fingering the G. Then I just come up.
@@nicklucero2751 What fingerings do you use for F and G? I usually use, for my G: Octave, 1, 3, 4 and 6. The fok fingering. But that one makes it difficult to scoop into from any F fingering.
I wouldn't get a cannonball. Before you buy a horn try out as many as you can, like more then 4 different type. Then try out a couple different of the one you like the most.
trevinia turner It's not a bad piece to memorize at all, there's a ton of pieces in the repertoire like Dahl's concerto that are ridiculous to memorize
False. Case in point: what you just said. Murphy plays an EX. In fact a lot of classical saxophonists play EXs. Mark VIs are great but you see a lot more jazz players using them. Selmer Series II and IIIs, Yani 992 or similar, Yamaha EXs, and High end Keilwerths are all excellent choices for anyone serious about performing. None of them are any better than another. It comes down to personal taste a that point.
They really put an ad right in the middle of the cadenza...
Excellent tone maaaaan!!
No way! Came from your all state video. Keep up the good work.
HEY! SAXOLOGIC! YEAH YOU. HAVE MY BABIES
@@sixzerothreee wth you were at the other fantasia video too
@@EmanSax03 Yes I was! I'm commited
Down bad
Does anyone else get excited when they hear this??
Every time man
That feel when you hear notes you didn't even know were possible.
Altissimo notes beautiful if played properly the vain of many if not lol.
I studied under Claude T Smith in the early 80s in Oklahoma when he was launching Fantasia. I played clarinet, he worked us hard until my lip was bleeding. A musical genius.
Is it bad that I listen to this almost daily?
no because i do too
Best tone he fits with the whole thing perfectly he doesnt stick out he blends in even though you can hear him perfectly perfect volume best version of the solo. Great altisimo. Perfect!!!
hi
When I tell you this man ate this solo up
facts 😌👌
None of the other recordings can touch this one
you could never call a run perfect except this one
The perfect concerto for the saxophone, played masterfully by Mr. Murphy. The best version of this piece and the go to reference for future performers.
I love that bend at 5:25 it adds so much to the piece imo
Raghav Maini yes
It makes me smile every time, you can just tell he’s so passionate about music and I love it
It's WRITTEN ON THE SCORE
@@Ciiiroo ok?
an all natural played not from sheets of written notes but a performance directed orchestrated souly from the heart. that instrument was plugged into a Devine link
9:02 gives me the chills every time
5:04 does it for me🔥
I saw him play this live with the Navy band at the saxophone symposium this past week! It was honestly one of the most mind blowing performances I've ever heard.
Please tell me his name... thanks
This is the best version, I can only listen this version of the piece.
2:17 gave me goosebumps, too good!
This composition is one of the saxiest saxophone pieces I've heard
Super ! Bravo Otis Murphy !!
Otis Murphy is awesome! Would love to study with him one day...
Did you make it?
@brth77 Were you able to study with him?
His variation in styles across the piece is astounding as is his precision. And his intonation is just remarkable.
I saw him perform 2 days ago and yesterday, AND I got his autograph, this man is fantastic. If you get the privilege to ever hear him in person you are one lucky person. He is THE MOST AMAZING SAX PLAYER I HAVE EVER HEARD.
What is the saxophonist name? Thanks..
Still one of the most memorable experiences I ever had was playing clarinet right next to him when he did this piece for the Honor Band of America (Music for All) back in 2006
@donatellomagnolo5021 Otis Murphy. Really great performer.
Wow! That reed was definitely fighting for its life in the 8va passage
Excellent tone. Even on the high notes, the vibrato was so consistent and sounded so good. Great playing!
The 'brother' is "bad"......and that's good:) And his "Altissimo" playing is phenomenal.
De las versiones que he escuchado es una de mis favoritas :)
Ha, the folders are the same color as the shirt
My saxophone teacher did a gig with Otis Murphy a couple of years ago where Murphy’s very pregnant wife was in the back of my saxophone teacher’s car and the air conditioning broke.
(Keep in mind, it was in the middle of July and the weather was in the mid-80’s.)
Stellar performance. Exquisite intonation and masterful range control.
can't believe he does so much of it up the octave, loads of it is already altissimo. what a god
I love his tone and vibrato. Excellent!
He played a concert at my uni tonight. It was unbelievable. You can't hear his keys and pads click if you are right in front of him. And I've never heard someone play with such genuine emotion.
wow he’s amazing !!!
5:04 so perfect
In fact, it might be bad if you don't. This man is an incredible player and teacher.
Talk about killing the altissimo. Damn. what a performance.
he's a professor at my university (Indiana)... so talented, and so are his students! ^_^
I love the technique that it takes to preform this piece. Thank you for sharing this video. Beautiful job!!!
otis Murphy is a living legend
Wonderful!! Powerful & Warm sound.
Great player respect !!
yeah overall Murphy just has an unmatchable extremely colorful sound
Amazing interpretation
I actually had a clinic with Otis Murphy nd he is incredible on saxophone man...this song is Epic bro...i dont kno how he does it but he does it tho.
I got to go to one of his concerts at Central Washington university! He truly is amazing.
the intonation.... yum
@MurphyZeke I can't agree more. This version triumphs for emotion. Just phenomenal, all around really.
this guy is a serious force.
One thing I've always over looked was the part where the sax solo takes a backseat to the let beautiful bassoon sing at 6:05
Went to the summer sax camp at Shell Lake Wi. in '94 with Otis Murphy. He was the real deal then!
amazing use of dynamics and expression. outstanding.
i feel the burn all the way in florida
Jirya lol😂
Ce qu'il fait est vraiment magnifique!
throat of steel right there
There was also an incredibly insightful master class in which some of the saxophone performance majors played. Not only did he teach them some, he taught everyone in the room and involved everyone, even if they didn't have their horn at the moment. Not only is he a fantastic player, he is an amazing educator as well.
god that altissimo is flawless...
That is just brilliant
Amazing.
That sax killed it
amazing sound, amazing playing
Otis Murphy is the best!!!
he’s gifted
Good~~잘한다
Good
love Otis’s tone.
Haha, I definitely agree (now) facemash. I think I was just being a French School elitist that day. One of the best things about music is that a lot of it is subjective, including instrument/model preference. In the last month or so, I've actually grown extremely fond of the Customs. :) and Otis Murphy only helps its case.
I seriously don't know what would possess me to state my "only vi's" comment. Haha. :
One cannot simply hit altissimo E.
es but very easy to hit the altissimo flat E
fr it's not even that hard to hit
Yeah if y'all are having trouble with even altissimo g , then y'all need to step it up
Plum.T :D Teeth on the reed😂
Hitting it may be easy.... But making it sound that good and that in tune, is a whole different thing.
Murphy is amazing, but can we talk about how stellar the band is?? They are incredible, wish they got more credit, or any credit lol-dont even know if this is tokyo kosei or some other japanese band
this was amazing.
Might be controversial to say this but I prefer this performance over James Bargers' in 2012 at TMEA. Both are GREAT indeed! I just like this one more.
d34dbro productionz both are great performances
I’m with you, while James is solid af I specifically prefer Otis’ bend, sounds less intrusive to my ears
Otis is much better
Otis and James are not even in the same tier
Good.........Felicitaciones
anyone know his setup? mouth piece, reeds, etc, thanks.
The scary part is he's even better now.
He's such a student of the instrument that he gets better every time he plays the horn.
I have a new saxophone Hero!! 8O
I remember passing him on campus in town once and completely freezing up because I didn’t know what to say and then he was gone.
Bravíssimo
The part from 05:05, made me tear!
Man he makes that sax sound just like a clarinet at 6:12
Bravo maestro
i remember when i met him
Who is him? What's his name??? Thanks
@@donatellomagnolo5021 Otis Murphy
i need an audio recording of this performance! GIMMEH!!!!!
one of the few moments I wish I knew how to play sax
If you know how to play recorder you're half way there
@Keanan You have to admit learning fingerings for sax is more intuitive than most instruments (I am assuming from the comment you must play sax). I'm not saying it's any easier to master than any other instrument. Getting basic understanding, though is pretty easy.
My guess is that it is the Tokyo Kosei Wind Orchestra. Ray Cramer has spent years working with them.
@brinkofdisasterfreak - he plays a gold plated Yamaha Custom EX with a Vandoren AL3 mouthpiece.
Please can you tell me his name? Thanks.
holy crap this is good
Although Kenneth Tse did a remarkble job, I think Otis Murphy has a better interpretation. Not to mention this accompanying ensemble is WAY better than the one accompanying Kenneth. Many times they cover him up. This ensemble is way better balanced. A nice, dark robust sound.
Solid technique...makes reeds,ligs,mouthpieces unimportant!
TheFunkyKingston to an extant
TheFunkyKingston Well amazing technique couldn't necessarily make up for a broken instrument… but yes, he's an amazing player.
Does anyone know how he scooped that altissimo G? Right now I'm playing F quarter sharp and working my way up, but it doesn't sound as good.
I know how. He's Otis Murphy, one of the greatest saxophonists in the world next Formeau and Sugawa.
When I do scoops like that I use my tongue and raise it while slowly lifting into the G. Make sure to use lots of air when attempting. I play on a Mark vi without an F# key and so to play the high F# I use front key with the B and bis B flat. I can scoop with just lifting the bis slowly.
I would start with playing the G and then bending it down. Start small by bending it down to F#,then F, E, and then however far you can go without dropping into a different register. Like Nick said, use lots of air and your tongue to make the change. After you do this, bending up to a note should be easier because you will have better control of your voicing in that register. When I am actually bending the note in context, I play the F#, then quickly change to the G fingering. When I make this change, I use my tongue to play an F# while still fingering the G. Then I just come up.
Ben Busch Exactly this just start bending things down with your tongue as far as you can and the rest comes easy
@@nicklucero2751 What fingerings do you use for F and G? I usually use, for my G:
Octave, 1, 3, 4 and 6. The fok fingering.
But that one makes it difficult to scoop into from any F fingering.
Yes, that is Ray Cramer conducting.
5:04
Better than James Barger playing this in my opinion.
yeah if only those annoying clicks were'nt in the vid
Tbf, that video of James Barger was him his junior year of undergrad or something like that
Joshua Huff It was still a very good performance. Wow the speed at which I saw this reply is amazing.
@@ericratliff217 Haha, yes it was a good performance
I mean Otis Murphy is one of the best classical saxophone players in the world right now
@XdarkdomainX There's a guy playing French Horn!
쩌네요
great
4:09 that bass clarinet omg
what is name of the band play this?
Otis is STILL alive working at the indiana university in Bloomington
Bro why would he be dead
I wouldn't get a cannonball. Before you buy a horn try out as many as you can, like more then 4 different type. Then try out a couple different of the one you like the most.
How did he memorize that
trevinia turner It's not a bad piece to memorize at all, there's a ton of pieces in the repertoire like Dahl's concerto that are ridiculous to memorize
+trevinia turner it is called ze magic
He has a music stand in front of him, so maybe it's not 100% memorized?
The stand is only there for cues. He is just that good
He had to work so much for the piece that in the end he memorized it but it was not his primal goal.
insane
False. Case in point: what you just said. Murphy plays an EX. In fact a lot of classical saxophonists play EXs. Mark VIs are great but you see a lot more jazz players using them. Selmer Series II and IIIs, Yani 992 or similar, Yamaha EXs, and High end Keilwerths are all excellent choices for anyone serious about performing. None of them are any better than another. It comes down to personal taste a that point.
did anyone else notice that the band is almost entirely female?
HawaiianTenor not till you said something lol