My TOP 10 Favorite BASS LINES - Part 1

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  • Опубликовано: 24 дек 2024

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  • @lelehbass
    @lelehbass 2 года назад +4386

    Ellen is a very lucky girl to have a father who teaches, supports and encourages her music skills.

    • @vanshayrapetyan1752
      @vanshayrapetyan1752 2 года назад +12

      O Yhees !

    • @spaghettisauce445
      @spaghettisauce445 2 года назад +18

      she will probably quit so its kinda wasted

    • @ashlynonline
      @ashlynonline 2 года назад +42

      @@spaghettisauce445 why do you think she’ll quit?

    • @spaghettisauce445
      @spaghettisauce445 2 года назад +22

      @@ashlynonline usually kids quit things

    • @lelehbass
      @lelehbass 2 года назад +115

      @@spaghettisauce445 why will she probably quit? I didn't get your point. She cleary enjoy playing bass, she will no quit... and this is a knowledge that she will never forget. It's possible for her to change her main instrument. but quit music? No.

  • @wesley3300
    @wesley3300 2 года назад +1071

    When she laughs at the end of those riffs, it reminds me of the pure joy that comes with really nailing a riff or line. The fact that she’s able to experience that feeling at such a young age will do wonders for her growth. Whether she sticks with bass or not, if she keeps having fun while learning, she will go so far!

    • @davelindstrom6005
      @davelindstrom6005 2 года назад +45

      Isn't that just the most INFECTIOUS giggle she has?!? What an adorable little cutie!🤗🥰

    • @badabingbadaboom7519
      @badabingbadaboom7519 2 года назад +26

      Got to love the youth playing actual real instruments. Keep funking out.

    • @jimcoyl9203
      @jimcoyl9203 2 года назад +20

      She gives new meaning to the phrase, “slap happy!” Peace be with you both.

    • @quintenmantez6934
      @quintenmantez6934 2 года назад +7

      👍

    • @bigdee8189
      @bigdee8189 2 года назад +12

      @@davelindstrom6005 - I totally agree! Her father must be so proud! She's just a wonderful talented little girl!

  • @doberski6855
    @doberski6855 Год назад +801

    🤯Not sure what blows me away more. Her skill, or how much fun she is having! What an amazing talent!

    • @troywells5532
      @troywells5532 Год назад +17

      I Always Say., Catch A Child Talent Early In Life & It.will.last.with,em A life Time! She is A Joy To Watch, Thank Dad..TIME we'll Spend together😊

    • @RowdyLowdy
      @RowdyLowdy Год назад +6

      @@troywells5532 apparently yours wasn’t writing.

    • @JuanCruz-og5ir
      @JuanCruz-og5ir Год назад +3

      Very very very good!

    • @Slo-ryde
      @Slo-ryde Год назад +4

      They each factor into her ability

    • @5minutecalms
      @5minutecalms Год назад +2

      her jokes!

  • @ajadrew
    @ajadrew 10 месяцев назад +187

    The smiles, the laughter, the playing....Just imagine having a Dad like this!!!

    • @GilbertdeClare0704
      @GilbertdeClare0704 10 месяцев назад +5

      I salute her Dad for bringing her up so well to be an absolutely AWESOME bass player who plays with FEELING. Am full of respect for her

    • @ajadrew
      @ajadrew 10 месяцев назад +11

      @@GilbertdeClare0704 I 'knew' from the age of 6 that i wanted to play the low notes, it was in my bones, that sound... my parents, for whatever reason wouldn't let me follow my dreams, follow that 'sound'. Didn't start playing 'til I was 21, self taught, had no idea. I'm now 65 & just getting the hang of it....Just imagine having a Dad like Ellen does - Inspires me in a way I can't put into words 👍

    • @GilbertdeClare0704
      @GilbertdeClare0704 10 месяцев назад +7

      @@ajadrew DITTO brother. We are only a few years different in age, but right from first hearing Bill Wyman, Geezer Butler, I HAD that feeling. Got my Hohner a few years later, self taught to Golden Earring, Led Zeppelin, Pink Floyd, then later with the kids.
      I am SO in awe of Ellen's Dad doing it RIGHT, and when she was young and quick to learn.
      My Dad was against "any noise", but don't blame him as he'd come through the War and just wanted some peace and quiet.
      But yeah, JUST IMAGINE ! Stay safe my friend and keep on grooving to that lovely "in your belly" sound :)

    • @ajadrew
      @ajadrew 9 месяцев назад +3

      @@GilbertdeClare0704 I'm just getting my Chromatic Mediants together - when you 'flip' a major scale you get a Phrygian scale, (C Major + C Phrygian) C Phrygian is the 3rd degree of Ab major so try using the Ab harmonies along side the C major harmonies...creates such interesting music 👍😊

    • @GilbertdeClare0704
      @GilbertdeClare0704 9 месяцев назад +3

      @@ajadrew 👍👍👍will definitely give that a go my friend. MANY thanks😊😊

  • @sputumtube
    @sputumtube Год назад +431

    I'm 62 and I've been trying to play bass for over 40 years. I can't master it no matter how hard I try. This young lady is amazing.

    • @Mo2wheelz
      @Mo2wheelz Год назад +17

      Keep it up man practice practice practice 😊🤘

    • @leelarson1952
      @leelarson1952 Год назад +2

      Comes a point, try a different instrument? J/K we can't all be the bass player for "The Who"--not taking anything away from Ellen or her fave lines

    • @josejesus6507
      @josejesus6507 Год назад +3

      Eu tenho 57 anos sempre gostei mas só à três anos atrás comecei a estudar mas não chego nem perto desta garota.

    • @Dombi6880
      @Dombi6880 Год назад +7

      I am 63 an practice bass playing since 20 years. But i am far away from Ellens

    • @Alienkiwi730
      @Alienkiwi730 Год назад +10

      It's not about how hard you try, it's about how long you try. Over the 40 years you played bass, how much of that time as a percentage did you spend practicing? If you haven't mastered it, you either have A) bad technique habits, that are fixable with strict patience. Or 2) You just simply never practiced enough for your brain and muscle memory to be primed with each other to play the instrument. If you keep practicing every single day, and I mean every single day, there will be improvement. Good luck my friend

  • @RaiderClarke312
    @RaiderClarke312 Год назад +294

    I LOVE How Ellen's Dad is not only Teaching her Music but also Teaching Her the HISTORY.

    • @johntomlinson-j6x
      @johntomlinson-j6x Год назад +4

      What A lucky Duck, Dad, Teacher, Band leader, Mentor. Already, adoring Fans. a little over whelming..

    • @mimiseton
      @mimiseton 9 месяцев назад +9

      Yes - and teaching her respect for the musicians who went before and who were responsible for making these bass lines famous - all great values to learn.

  • @jimballard1895
    @jimballard1895 2 года назад +689

    the sheer joy Ellen always shows in addition to her talent makes her absolutely my favorite young artist

    • @nayrbcastro7046
      @nayrbcastro7046 2 года назад +4

      Thats great my baby ellen my child lodi. . .haHA!🤘

    • @nayrbcastro7046
      @nayrbcastro7046 2 года назад +3

      Nice i love your bass my baby. . .😁👏🤘

    • @beach_bum777
      @beach_bum777 2 года назад +4

      Seconded!

    • @nayrbcastro7046
      @nayrbcastro7046 2 года назад +6

      I love you baby ellen and i hope to you someday your teenage year i hope your not change your attitude and your cute face all so haHA! And and everytime dont forgot to great your father say ilove you allway i hope so and i keep alway watching you you i promise. . . advance merry Christmas 😁 rock on my baby lodi. . .and congrats to you my bro. . . father of ellen kid lodi. . .😁🥳👏🤘

    • @JuanLopez-ie2tp
      @JuanLopez-ie2tp 2 года назад +11

      Oh man!!, lovely, natural talent and full charisma!! wow!! Congratulations both of you!!

  • @jvargas454
    @jvargas454 9 месяцев назад +48

    I like the fact father and daughter do this together. What a wonderful gift to her, and wonderful example to the rest of us.

  • @tomanderson6306
    @tomanderson6306 Год назад +332

    What a joy to see a young person who is so obviously having a blast. What talent!!!

  • @leeclements2335
    @leeclements2335 Год назад +192

    I am in shock each time I watch this kid. Her spirit is amazing and I love that her dad is teaching her respect for others. She has to know the other bassist name, album, and year. She will have an incredible music lexicon and history that will facilitate amazing growth. I am amazed by her skill but shocked those little hands can do that. Physically, it baffles me because as a guitarist, I know the reaches are hard for me as an adult, and a bass has even bigger frets. I am sitting here with large hands complaining, and this 9 year old has seemingly no limitations. She is playing it all with those tiny hands. Incredible!

    • @davidsalo8397
      @davidsalo8397 Год назад +3

      I can relate. My hands are large, but I still struggle with the bass.

    • @magnificentmuttley154
      @magnificentmuttley154 Год назад +9

      *@Lee Clements* Im no endocrinologist or biologist, not by a long shot. Just another someone who's read about how the difference in typing speed between men & women is _seratonin._ For men the average is 50-60 words per minute, whereas with women it is 70-90 wpm. I suspect that this "seratonin advantage" contributes significantly to Ellen's mind-blowing rapidity with those little fingers....
      However, when I think for just a moment about the brute execution of veteran bassists Bernard Edwards, Nathan Watts & Louis Johnson (for example), it reminds me that there are people on both sides of the gender line who happen to be gifted with it. Incidentally, for this video Ellen matches the lightning speed of the masters, with Bernard's _Good Times_ bassline, & Nathan's _Sir Duke_ bassline
      In my 22 years of electric bass it has mystified me how that six string guitar has always required more of my stamina, & seems to also demand more energy for me to consistently hold those tiny strings against the frets, without mistakes. Its counter-intuitive that the thicker strings of a bass with their increased tension would take less energy from me, & enable me to play for longer sets before tiring. Rapidity has always been my neverending quest; a challenge only attained by continuous practice ever week, & quickly diminished by muscle atrophy if I put the instrument down for just a few days
      Best of Success to Ellen & her Dad. This world needs more fathers like him who are dedicated to their children's future, & willing to help them actualize their full potential, no matter what. God bless them both! 🎼🎶🎸❤❤

  • @MikeDodds
    @MikeDodds 2 года назад +181

    One of the things I love most about this channel is the incredible relationship Ellen has with her father and the fact that she clearly LOVES playing!!

    • @Perspectemony
      @Perspectemony 2 года назад +2

      Lots of love here, and love bass, too

  • @JuanMartinez-do5lg
    @JuanMartinez-do5lg 5 месяцев назад +27

    Her energy and smile are just ridiculously contagious!

  • @minorbflat4358
    @minorbflat4358 2 года назад +416

    I used to follow you because you were an impressive musician for your age… now I follow you because you’re a great bassist, period. It’s wonderful to watch your progression.

    • @althejazzman
      @althejazzman 2 года назад +7

      True. Me too. I can't even play Sir Duke so she's surpassed my abilities.

    • @enterpassword3313
      @enterpassword3313 Год назад

      Really? She struggled to play every riff

    • @Overgis4058
      @Overgis4058 Год назад +6

      @@enterpassword3313 did you see the size of her arms and hands? She's struggling because she's playing with strings with 6x her bodyweight in tension. Her play is clean, and I'm sure as she gets older and more physically strong, she'll be playing like Davie504. I think you're just hating because she's a better bassist at a fraction of the age xD

    • @enterpassword3313
      @enterpassword3313 Год назад

      @@Overgis4058 im not hating, you even agree shes struggling smh

    • @GuyCollins-o6n
      @GuyCollins-o6n 8 месяцев назад

      @@enterpassword3313 nah...negativity in a happy place....only a hater would do that

  • @russelharmon408
    @russelharmon408 2 года назад +825

    Her playing and her own reaction to nailing Sir Duke (and man did she NAIL IT) was an epic unto itself. Ellen you are a true Jammurai

    • @EllenPlaysBass
      @EllenPlaysBass  2 года назад +74

      Jammurai 😂😂😂

    • @TheDrummaboy78
      @TheDrummaboy78 2 года назад +5

      Like get down, for sure!!!

    • @chrisc2131
      @chrisc2131 2 года назад +5

      I think track was on Sesame Street! 😊

    • @dancarpentieri7762
      @dancarpentieri7762 2 года назад +6

      I agree 100%. The only thing she needs to work on is her phrasing, but that'll definitely come with more experience.

    • @CoachSet
      @CoachSet 2 года назад +7

      Damn she put the smack down on Sir Duke. Awesome!!! I gotta get back to practice 🤦🏾

  • @donsanders9863
    @donsanders9863 Год назад +144

    Love the joy on her face when she completes each jam 😊

  • @bigbadbillb
    @bigbadbillb 7 месяцев назад +105

    I'm impressed not only by her playing, but the fact she's using full-size basses and not short-scaled, 3/4 size ones. 👍

    • @Heathcoatman
      @Heathcoatman 6 месяцев назад +7

      She really seems to be enjoying herself too.

  • @InfinitePisces
    @InfinitePisces 2 года назад +152

    She is so confident and proficient, great to see her perform her favorite bass lines

  • @wadeharten6600
    @wadeharten6600 2 года назад +306

    Every time I've watched an Ellen video I leave with a smile because her smile is so infectious and her playing is so good!

    • @guntertorfs6486
      @guntertorfs6486 2 года назад +6

      She's so smart !

    • @benzonlidi4099
      @benzonlidi4099 2 года назад +3

      Yeah .

    • @francescolucesole1019
      @francescolucesole1019 2 года назад +6

      Yeah, she's lovely! But everytime I see her playing, I think how a bad player I am!!

    • @KB3AOL
      @KB3AOL 2 года назад +2

      I can’t help but smile when I watch her videos!

    • @thesuncollective1475
      @thesuncollective1475 2 года назад +1

      I think she got her future secured..great work!

  • @MadJackF1
    @MadJackF1 2 года назад +83

    She's really becoming a well rounded player! I love to see her concentrate so much and the joy she exudes playing and when she gets something challenging right.

  • @billmagorian490
    @billmagorian490 4 месяца назад +17

    I love her effervescent and joyful personality. Her love of the base guitar and funk music bursts for in her amazing playing of these pieces.

  • @davidlee7758
    @davidlee7758 Год назад +108

    She is absolutely adorable. And she has Skills! But the best part is the joy and laughter she brings to her art. Her parents can be very proud.😊

  • @Racerman27410
    @Racerman27410 2 года назад +52

    A comment for the algorithm and a huge shout out to Hovak for not letting dust settle on great music from the past. Long will the music live and be passed along by Ellen to a new generation of musicians!!

  • @salc2383
    @salc2383 Год назад +181

    This young lady is amazing! She exudes a natural joy playing the bass that is infectious and I smile ear to ear when she is playing. Reminds me of Tal Wilkenfeld who played with Jeff Beck. Hat's off to her Dad who expertly encouraged her without pressuring her.

    • @miriamkagen2344
      @miriamkagen2344 Год назад +1

      I was thinking the same thing. I couldn't think of Tal’s name. Thank you!

    • @tbhc415
      @tbhc415 Год назад

      girl, not lady how old do you think she is

    • @bicsfireextinguisher
      @bicsfireextinguisher Год назад +1

      @@tbhc415they literally said *young* lady but ok. not rlly something to get upset over either

  • @lisacarden1309
    @lisacarden1309 9 месяцев назад +29

    Oh sugar I’m in tears, God Bless You Little Angel! God Bless Your Precious Family!!!
    🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼❤️🙏🏼

  • @jorgepotente4122
    @jorgepotente4122 2 года назад +37

    This girl brightens my life. It amazes me that a 10-year-old girl has the same favorites as me, a 59-year-old. Music unites generations.

  • @timsmith8506
    @timsmith8506 Год назад +151

    OMG the amount of quality time this dad spent with his daughter to teach her all this stuff. Wow. This is just absolutely amazing. And this kid has got some serious skills!!! Props to the both of them.

  • @cryptidconn
    @cryptidconn 2 года назад +102

    Every time I see this girl I'm blown away by how much she feels the bass. She's amazing.

    • @earflower
      @earflower 2 года назад +6

      RIght? She's not good for kid. She's good, period.

  • @albertaguitarguy
    @albertaguitarguy 7 месяцев назад +39

    As a life-long musician and former teacher. Makes my eyes misty watching youth playing. You go girl!! And say hi to your Dad from a stranger.

  • @nickgivent3157
    @nickgivent3157 2 года назад +182

    Holy cats!!!! What a ray of sunshine! Everyone is crediting her parents, which is perfectly appropriate, but the fact that she puts in the work, willingly, is inspiring. 🧡💛

    • @XxDanieldaOtakuxX
      @XxDanieldaOtakuxX 7 месяцев назад

      Holy cats! *I also* say holy cats! (But be fr, where are all the negative comments? It's kinda sad that there aren't any)

    • @webmatrixus
      @webmatrixus 7 дней назад

      This is what quality time with your children can do especially sharing what you love with them. Now watch them grow and be fruitful.

  • @prelovedguitarsni1436
    @prelovedguitarsni1436 2 года назад +50

    Fantasic video, how someone with hands so small can play like that on a full scale bass is beyond me! All this talent & she is also just a lovely, grounded kid, real credit to her parents .

  • @rodolfoboimarinho6504
    @rodolfoboimarinho6504 2 года назад +131

    Time Stamps:
    0:27 - Chic - good times.
    1:11 - Queen - another one bites the dust
    2:23 - Red Hot Chili Peppers - can't stop
    3:26 - Rush - The spirit of the radio
    4:59 - Band that sues fans - For whom the bells tolls
    6:27 - James Brown - I feel good
    7:45 - Jamiroquai - Runaway
    8:29 - Red Hot Chili Peppers - Give it Away
    9:10 - Jackson Five - I want you back
    10:27 Steve Wonder - Sir Duke
    Thanks for the video. Very inspiring and great (and terrible) dad jokes!!!

    • @bodhisattva2112
      @bodhisattva2112 2 года назад +3

      Thanks. This is what I was looking for

    • @xOzymandias
      @xOzymandias 2 года назад +4

      metallica didnt sue the fans, they banned them from napster. shitty but different

    • @rodolfoboimarinho6504
      @rodolfoboimarinho6504 2 года назад +1

      ​@@xOzymandias Not from US but a lawyer. Since napster was a P2P program when you sue napster you sue the Peer to Peer under it. There is no file sharing without the file on the pc, the network acess and the user.

    • @xOzymandias
      @xOzymandias 2 года назад +2

      @@rodolfoboimarinho6504 names of people were used as evidence. Users were never taken to court, required lawyers or fined.

    • @Cross8ow
      @Cross8ow 2 года назад +1

      @@rodolfoboimarinho6504 Not true, if portal does shady practicse, you sue the portal. There is thousands of covers of Metallica songs, nobody gets sued here. Napster got profit off of it so...

  • @oldleatherguy
    @oldleatherguy 6 месяцев назад +24

    This young lady's playing is a perfect example of how important each one of the support instruments are to the character and style of a song! I am an 81 yr. old music lover from back in the days of Little Richard, Nat King Cole, Chuck Berry, and Gogi Grant, to name a very few from my early years, and I recognized some of the tune's names just from listening to her bass playing, used as an introduction to those songs!! If you stop and consider how many great songs start out with the introduction, the very 1st few notes of a song, being played by the bass player, you will understand what I mean.
    Not only is her talent awe inspiring for a youngster of her age, but she has only taken one step through that open door into a future of monumental fame and experiences! And the BEST part of her playing is not the finger movements or the style of picking she is using but it is her total enjoyment of what she is creating each time she begins to play on that bass guitar! Her music is her "playground" and she is all into that playground as she frolics through the different sets of "swings" and "slides" and "parallel bars" at her disposal in her "playground world"! I cannot make a statement about this young lady which does not require a simple "." after the sentence, that is how thoroughly impressed with her work I am, and I hope to see much more of her accomplishments as she moves forward into the "gymnastics" of fine tuning her talents and using her joy and passion from her works to help others in coping with a troubled world in which we live today.

  • @ajm7col
    @ajm7col 2 года назад +370

    I don't know what is more beautiful, the way of playing, the passion and love she has for what she does, the girl herself who is so tender and sweet, her father's guidance, the memory she is building or all of them. previous. You're great and very good, Ellen!! I take this opportunity to wish you Merry Christmas and a happy year 2023

  • @russwilson5180
    @russwilson5180 Год назад +58

    Not only an outrageously good player for her age, she seems like a sweetheart of a kid to boot! Great job dad!!!!

    • @davidsalo8397
      @davidsalo8397 Год назад

      Who wouldn't want her as a daughter? She's precious 💞!

  • @conraborchez
    @conraborchez 9 месяцев назад +10

    I just discovered this channel, accidentally. I have to say I'm impressed! Kudos to Ellen as a great bass player and also to the family and those who support her in this, what a great way to spend time with your children. Wish you the best The limit is the sky :)

  • @danielbobian6743
    @danielbobian6743 2 года назад +68

    This kid is INCREDIBLE!!! The most amazing thing to realize is that she will get exponentially better as the years go on.

  • @rogerdixon1069
    @rogerdixon1069 Год назад +22

    The title should be called “Ellen Jams Out of Her Mind”. She is such a joy to watch, the skill, the personality, everything. She’s AWESOME!!!!

  • @alchan9017
    @alchan9017 13 дней назад

    I've been playing since I was 16 and I'm 65 now. Her absolute joy of playing is so inspiring and these videos make me so happy. Keep it going girl and don't lose that joy!

  • @martinmaurer5060
    @martinmaurer5060 Год назад +45

    This girl is incredible. She has so much fun playing bass. I hope and wish, she will remain like this and nothing in the world will ever change her attitude to music in general. Good luck and great success little lady, I'm watching you. One day you will be one of the best.

  • @jamesdeubanks
    @jamesdeubanks 2 года назад +126

    What a blessing it is to have a father who encourages your talent and teaches you. Ellen you are such a wonderful bassist. And your personality is bigger than your bass! Keep playing sister!

  • @Satire_R_Us-km3rp
    @Satire_R_Us-km3rp 22 дня назад

    I have been playing lead guitar for about 40 years. I stumbled across Ellen today. I am amazed how good you are! Also- how clean you play. And the sheer joy, fun and happiness you play with- don't ever lose that. Sometimes bands, some group members and a whole lot of other stuff can try to kill the fun....DON'T let that happen!! Keep on being excellent and happy. Don't change.

  • @mikestander2413
    @mikestander2413 2 года назад +34

    I just love Ellen's Joy of Music! She doesn't just know the songs, she knows the history behind the songs, too! Thanks to Ellen and her great parents. Your videos always brighten up my day.

  • @johnbrandt7850
    @johnbrandt7850 2 года назад +37

    I am speechless. All those great bass lines nailed perfectly and she's having so much fun!

  • @chrisjohnson1599
    @chrisjohnson1599 2 года назад +49

    Ellen, your bass playing is incredible! I love your enthusiasm for music; your emotion is so raw whether you have just powered through a difficult selection, or you have just correctly guessed the year of release of a song that is "old". I love that emotion that you share with us; your love of music is shining through and I believe that you are going to do very well in your future musical career, whether you are creating the music on paper, or creating the music with your fingers. Never lose your love for music and keep that joy and laughter flowing through you wherever you go; it's very contagious. You brighten my day, whenever I get to hear you play.

  • @CarmineColantuono-sn7tg
    @CarmineColantuono-sn7tg 4 месяца назад +3

    I'm not sure which is more wonderful, her sheer ability or her beautiful smile and beautiful laughter. Her joy in the whole experience makes me smile every time. Thank you Ellen from an old, ( and okay) bassists. You are what I wish I was. God bless you.

  • @MEGAMIGA
    @MEGAMIGA 2 года назад +34

    She is progressing very quickly indeed but her unmistakable feature is the sheer joy she shows whilst playing!

    • @soofitnsexy
      @soofitnsexy 2 года назад

      well shes like 9

    • @MEGAMIGA
      @MEGAMIGA 2 года назад +1

      @@soofitnsexy True that but for some children learning music is a chore put upon them by their parents. In her case, it is a real pleasure, highlighted by the complicity between her and her father :)

    • @soofitnsexy
      @soofitnsexy 2 года назад +1

      @@MEGAMIGA of course!! im a teacher and I was just saying that 9 10 11 12 year olds I have all have a ton of joy!1 no kid I teach guitar and bass ...are forced into it

  • @garyleahy4537
    @garyleahy4537 2 года назад +59

    I get as much joy from Ellen's happy attitude and smile as I do her playing. So young and yet so accomplished. I can't wait to hear her in 10 years. What a pro. Thanks dad!

  • @hakanwikenstal3870
    @hakanwikenstal3870 2 года назад +48

    Ellen is 100% talent, 100% joy, 100% charm. Never seen or heard anything like this before.
    You go girl! 🤗

  • @alexhudson97
    @alexhudson97 3 месяца назад +1

    She is absolutely adorable! What a talent! Her smile at the end of each tune is just heart melting. You go girl!!!

  • @JasonMcLemore
    @JasonMcLemore 2 года назад +53

    Gosh it's just so fun to watch Ellen play and grow in music! Love her enthusiasm and positive energy.

  • @larrytolson4135
    @larrytolson4135 2 года назад +10

    My first time watching this young lady. Her giggle, her smile, her talent. This is the one to watch as she grows into an unstoppable force to be reckoned with.

  • @olivertoeknuckleiii2093
    @olivertoeknuckleiii2093 Год назад +43

    Ellen is an angel. There is no other explanation for her. She somehow escaped the kingdom and made her way to this Little Rock, so she could make people smile. Succeeded. I’m a fan for life.

    • @billycooke9254
      @billycooke9254 Год назад +1

      She's so good and has such a great attitude and her soul shines through. She brings me so much joy. It brings tears to my eyes. God bless you!

  • @charliepatterson6528
    @charliepatterson6528 3 месяца назад +1

    I just love the light that shines from Ellen when she plays. This has got to be the happiest little girl I've ever seen in my life. What a brilliant future there is ahead for her. Keep thumping that bass, Ellen. And make sure you keep your grades up. Education is key whether it's music or life. You've got both in your hands.

  • @LionAndALamb
    @LionAndALamb Год назад +150

    Greatest daughter-father bass duo on RUclips! Thank you Ellen for the beautiful playing and the passion for great music, and thank you Dad for supporting Ellen's musical journey!

    • @mimi-ur8pc
      @mimi-ur8pc Год назад +11

      These days, too many parents put a cell phone into the hands of their children to keep them occupied. This is an example of a much much better choice.

    • @manupancras1198
      @manupancras1198 11 месяцев назад +1

      definetely the only daughter-father bass duo on youtube

    • @joaocarlosrosa2580
      @joaocarlosrosa2580 11 месяцев назад +1

      ..., Realmente uma grande alegria ver uma jovem tão hábil com mãos divinas e memória idem !!! 👍👏👏👏👏👏💥💥💥🎼🎵🎶
      Humor e sorriso 💓💥🔥😊

  • @Papa-Anvil
    @Papa-Anvil 2 года назад +11

    You just don’t see the pure joy and sparkle in her eyes in young people much anymore. It’s such a pleasure listening to her play, she’s having a blast! 👏

  • @calewis55
    @calewis55 7 месяцев назад +34

    Dad - I love your sweet encouraging coaching. It is touching and lovely to see. So much fun to see your growth, Ellen!

  • @arielmello9364
    @arielmello9364 Год назад +33

    Just look at the joy in her face! The look you get when you feel what you play, and boy can she play! I had to subscribe. Amazing work , dad and daughter! My hat is off to you both!

  • @dougtempleton-noaafederal87
    @dougtempleton-noaafederal87 2 года назад +24

    Wow what talent at such a young age! Her enthusiasm is so infectious because you can see she truly loves and feels what she is doing. Keep rocking little lady, you are light years ahead already!

  • @suttone1
    @suttone1 2 года назад +68

    I have been teaching fretted instruments for 20 years and you are so impressive!!! You are already at the level of most professional musician and to think how you will be in another 10 years, absolutely amazing!!! Keep practicing!!!

  • @deniscarolin4087
    @deniscarolin4087 8 месяцев назад +11

    Thanks for always showing that music is supposed to be fun. Keep smiling, girl. You always pick up my spirits.

  • @paohermosin
    @paohermosin Год назад +297

    wow girl! You are incredible I love your music

  • @tommy5XL5
    @tommy5XL5 Год назад +71

    Ellen, you play these bass parts to perfection. When I close my eyes I can hear all of the other instrumentals in the originals! Thank you Hovak for sharing her talent with us and for all your loving support in her efforts.

    • @krusher74
      @krusher74 Год назад +2

      you liking her clouds your judgement as cool as this kid is she struggling to play most of them.

    • @maakeklein4073
      @maakeklein4073 Год назад

      Man she plays them note perfect.
      Better than bass players 4x her age!

    • @enterpassword3313
      @enterpassword3313 Год назад +1

      Lol shes not bad for a kid but srsly get your ears checked if you think shes anywhere near perfect

  • @mimi-ur8pc
    @mimi-ur8pc Год назад +63

    What an amazing young musician. Her hands are incredibly strong and could only get that way through hours of practice every day. Cheers to her and supportive father. What a great way to bond with your child.

  • @ChildhoodTragedy
    @ChildhoodTragedy 7 месяцев назад +1

    I not only love the fact that she's a 9 year old bass prodigy but also the fact she's well rounded, loving both old tunes as well as newer tunes!! She's awesome!

  • @thomasmalloryevans2932
    @thomasmalloryevans2932 Год назад +10

    I love the fact that she’s OBVIOUSLY having so much fun playing! Keep up the great work, Ellen! Kudos to you!

  • @brandonyoung2894
    @brandonyoung2894 Год назад +92

    She is full of positive energy and it's very contagious. We grown folks could all take a page from her book and apply and make this world a better place! Keep Groovin

  • @mtp4430
    @mtp4430 2 года назад +10

    She's absolutely adorable and a fine musician for her age. Heck, she's a fine musician for any age. Her parents must be very proud of her. And she should be very proud of herself as well. Her little legs don't even reach the floor on that stool, so she's not even tapping her foot to keep time. This Little Giant has a great internal clock and groove. Bless you little one, thank you for doing the bass proud, and for sharing your playing with all of us other bassists. You have a very bright future young lady.

  • @Carnax6969
    @Carnax6969 5 месяцев назад +3

    It's always amazing seeing young children play an instrument very well, but more so that they're having fun playing music. To have started young and already playing at a good level, there's so much potential and opportunities for her. I wish her the best, keep at it, ride the ups and downs, but never lose the love of music.

  • @wickedPrints3256
    @wickedPrints3256 2 года назад +10

    I love how happy playing bass makes her. A real joy to behold.

  • @jeffhinzman7219
    @jeffhinzman7219 Год назад +112

    This video blew my “my hands are too small” excuse right out of the water. HOW.DARE.YOU? 😂 Thanks for allowing us to share in your joy of playing - the most infectious groove on the whole video.

  • @sushifanatic37
    @sushifanatic37 2 года назад +13

    Not only is she an amazing bassist, she is so comfortable in her own skin that she is a true inspiration.

  • @Hyder_B
    @Hyder_B Месяц назад

    Incredibly talented, adorable smile. I love that she not only plays, but also says the history of the songs as well. Dad is a great teacher

  • @jcavazosj
    @jcavazosj 2 года назад +11

    I have been playing music since I was 9 and I am 46 now. My favorite instrument to play is the French Horn followed by the Bass guitar. Your laughter after playing something correctly is absolutely amazing. I wish you all the success in your future endeavors. Seeing how much you love to play is the best thing to witness in the world. Please don't stop.

  • @michaelmcdermott209
    @michaelmcdermott209 Год назад +20

    My daughter is 16 and has played flute for 10 years so I understand the commitment you make to become a great musician. You are beyond great and keep up the good work! Make sure you thank your parents for making it all possible, great job guys you have nurtured a very gifted young lady.

    • @coorhagon7236
      @coorhagon7236 10 месяцев назад

      Flute is way more difficult then bass

  • @davesucher5059
    @davesucher5059 2 года назад +65

    I’m truly amazed at her talent. Playing the bass with small hands and short arms is extremely difficult. Good for you Ellen

  • @EV-Offroad
    @EV-Offroad 2 года назад +40

    You guys are so awesome. I’m proud to be a human today. As a dad of an eleven year old girl myself I was impressed how you got her to learn such a great bass line in the song “give it away” by the Chili Peppers but also carefully navigated around the album name. Ellen is precious!

    • @Pwecko
      @Pwecko Год назад

      Yes, you wouldn't want her using the words blood and magic.

  • @bobbarlow114
    @bobbarlow114 10 месяцев назад +3

    My god, I got goosebumps at the sound of Steavie Wonder.
    Congratulations, girl you play a lot !!!

  • @fortissimoX
    @fortissimoX 2 года назад +14

    That's what music is all about. Bringing joy both to yourself while playing it and to the others who are listening to you.
    Unfortunately a lot of us musicians forget that during our career and give too much focus to things that are in fact not so important.
    So, thank you for bringing joy to this world, and I really hope you'll keep it forever in your heart. ❤
    I wish you all the best!

  • @ncarolinian
    @ncarolinian 2 года назад +14

    Absolutely precious. And what a memory of the information she was asked to give us on camera before each song. Love her humor!

  • @buixrule
    @buixrule 2 года назад +6

    The talent of this young lady is amazing. But her love for her talent is what really captures me. Her happiness and enjoyment of her craft, and undoubtedly her life in general, is what really stands out. I'm glad you enjoy these classics. You do them all justice!

  • @donovanlucibello379
    @donovanlucibello379 5 месяцев назад +3

    Ellen you are so inspiring. That expression of pure joy is definitely something that the world needs more of, keep rockin' girl!

  • @randallneal4120
    @randallneal4120 Год назад +48

    Omg !!!
    What an amazing talent. Don’t ever give up. Kudos to her Dad who not only taught her but influenced her to learn who’s she’s playing , the album, & year. You can tell she’s having a blast. God Bless & keep up the good work. 🙏🏽❤️

  • @FabioOliveiraBass
    @FabioOliveiraBass Год назад +25

    It's so awesome to see a little girl playing bass. I'm from Brazil, and you've got a new fan! Congratulations for gifting your talent to us! You are on the right path.

  • @isotubies
    @isotubies Год назад +11

    You're extremely talented, Ellen and adorable to boot. It warms my heart when I hear your dad coaching in the background as you name the songs, albums, bass player and year. You two sound like you're having so much fun and that he's an amazing man raising an amazing daughter.

  • @guitarizt68
    @guitarizt68 2 года назад +51

    Not only were some of those selections some of the all-time greatest songs, but they're also some of the most CHALLENGING basslines to PLAY - and you played them FIERCELY!
    We're all so impressed by you and thank you for the love you express through your sincere enthusiasm.
    Rock on, kiddo!!

  • @G-Man1115
    @G-Man1115 15 дней назад

    I love the giggles in between songs!
    Her joy and enthusiasm are OFF THE CHARTS! 😁✨

  • @minky6617
    @minky6617 2 года назад +70

    So talented. Her parents must be so proud. Also kudos to said parents for allowing her to follow her dreams.

    • @Simplisti.
      @Simplisti. 2 года назад +4

      and also not money hungry abiut the channel..

  • @Shred_Rocket
    @Shred_Rocket Год назад +12

    My favorite all-time bass player! Each time Ellen plays with that sweet smile and with such a laugh, it brings me joy. Thank you, Ellen! And I also commend you Hovak for being such a gracious father providing full support to Ellen's musical gift and making Ellen a happy person.

  • @tokkottok
    @tokkottok 11 месяцев назад +11

    Ellen, Im from Russia... Sudaryna, I want to thank you and your dad for your hard work... I want to wish you success in musical creativity and improve your skills... Good luck to you...

  • @broodingsoap9469
    @broodingsoap9469 2 года назад +14

    This kid would carry her whole generation with that knowledge and sheer talent!

  • @fayensu
    @fayensu 4 месяца назад

    Fantastic, Ellen! Especially the last two pieces ("I Want You Back" and "Sir Duke"). Your sense of rhythm is utterly amazing.

  • @metasuperman
    @metasuperman 2 года назад +4

    I've been playing guitar for 52 years and you're my favorite bass player of all time! You put a smile on this old musicians face!! I hope great things are in your future Ms. Ellen!!!!

  • @billwentz5014
    @billwentz5014 Год назад +4

    I've been running a private teaching studio for the last 30* years. So I fully understand what kind of dedication it takes to prepare this level of performance. But the depth of teaching is so very satisfying to find realized in such a beautiful father daughter relationship. So much love for the art of music making . . . Thanks for sharing your journey, a tremendous gift.

  • @CecilBrian
    @CecilBrian 2 года назад +35

    Ellen, you are amazing. As the father of two daughters, the pride your dad must feel watching you play could fill oceans. I hope you take your craft to great heights and travel the world with your talent. You're smart. You're funny. And you are a truly awesome bass player.

    • @McCoy72142
      @McCoy72142 2 года назад

      As a father I agree 100% with this! I can’t wait to see her name on an album with her bass lines being covered by other bassists.. YOU NAILED SIR DUKE!! 🎉🎉🎉

  • @moaprecision1828
    @moaprecision1828 6 месяцев назад +2

    I love hearing her laugh! You can definitely hear happiness in her voice

  • @jpdj2715
    @jpdj2715 2 года назад +25

    Sweet Ellen, you did absolutely great. Please give your dad a hug for being such a great musical teacher, coach and parent, and your mother for helping you and dad to do this.

  • @bassist718
    @bassist718 Год назад +91

    She has such a mature feel to her playing. Kudos to Dad for being such a force in her life!

    • @reallivebluescat
      @reallivebluescat Год назад +13

      thats that neuroplasticity that young people have. they are geniuses at learning if they are interested in something enough

    • @mimi-ur8pc
      @mimi-ur8pc Год назад +1

      It takes a lot of strength to play the bass. It is amazing how great her technique is.

  • @lancemiller4647
    @lancemiller4647 Год назад +46

    I bet flea ihas a huge smile on his face seeing you play his slap bass riffs so well.

  • @bknla123
    @bknla123 4 месяца назад +4

    I'm 68 years old..been playing bass guitar since I was 16 years old & this little Girl just hurt my feelings.. with her little Baaaad self 🥰..

  • @lisashowers2991
    @lisashowers2991 2 года назад +11

    I am in complete awe. She played my all time fave bass lines that I haven't even mastered yet! My heart is so happy right now to watch you play with such joy, that's exactly how I feel when I play. You are a true musician meant to make people happy! I only hope our paths will cross some day!