Go The Distance (Disney's Hercules) | Trumpet Version

[@louierippotack194]

THe only reason it looks so effortless is because he's so efficient as using his air, and he's likely worked his tailend off to get where he is. Gorgeous playing!

[@ryangreenberg1194]

the reason it looks so effortless when he plays is because it is effortless. he has developed a way of playing that is effortless.

[@magiking96]

@@ryangreenberg1194 Yes obviously but it is efforless because he is efficient with the airstream.

[@Darlexis]

Tried to play effortlessly and dropped my trumpet.

[@matteokramer5870]

@@Darlexis LOL same here!

[@otmq]

@@ryangreenberg1194 there is effort... I’ve known personally a few wünder-players, and if they tell you there’s “no pressure”/“effortlessness”, they’re lying, or joking with you. “The trumpet charges daily” for good abilities on it, Dizzy Gillespie said that in an interview.
The truth of the matter is that there is basically no inefficiency or “strain” in his playing, his technique is so extremely developed, and his gear is meticulously balanced with exacting specifications to how and what he plays. He is patently NOT playing a “stock” Bach horn, nor are the exact mouthpiece specs he uses public info or available. Sure, you can buy his GR Signature mouthpiece, but is that likely the exact same dimensions as the pieces he uses... for some reason, I’m doubtful! ;) Think you can get the exact same Bach horn setup he’s using... Dream on! :) Amd even if you did, you’re not him, so while his setup might be useable, you’ll likely not be able to do with it what he can.
A “high” C for Louis is not a “high” note at all... moreover, likely feels as easy to him as a “middle” C or G feels for other players. He truly is playing “effortlessly” till he’s playing at least an octave higher than most other players can. :D
He’s NEVER playing at the thresholds of his chops, because he doesn’t overblow, likely never goes over 75-80% max volume on a gig, he’s usually on a mic, he rarely uses mutes. He doesn’t hurt himself to play any of his notes, he’s built himself up on rock solid fundamentals and had a great upbringing into the scene, I’m sure he’s played amazing jobs with great musicians, has had lessons and hangs with many the world’s top jazz and commercial players, and makes friends with musicians who are similarly obsessed with making great music.
I’m a decently skilled professional player, and I feel I start to “work” around high Bb-high C. I top out at a finessed “high” (double) G, occasionally “reaching” with some strain for an Ab now and then. I have no more than a few of those in the tank each day, on an average day. I am pretty much hurting myself a little every time I play one. So I try to save them. I rarely gig with regularity, and I’m often not in top chop shape, but always try to play as if I am.
Louis’ technique, gear setup, and efficiency likely allows him not only an octave (or more) above that,and with a better sound(!), but he could play well into the double range on every tune of any 1-4 hour gig.
My congratulation to Louis, thank you for being so damn good at what you do, relieving the pressure on us “mere mortal” players of having to do these things! You’re sharing your virtuosity and kind spirit with many people, and inspiring my generation and those coming up to play the world’s most difficult and treacherous instrument.

[@AdamBurstein]

That 1st trumpet - amazing! Looks like he was playing trumpet before he learned to breathe! But not just him - what an amazingly talented group of musicians all around! Loved this performance!

[@thetrumpetman]

It's unfair how easy he makes it sound haha

[@goodbyegoodguys]

ikr

[@catvideosftw5650]

Cool to see you here!

[@thetrumpetman]

:D

[@Sagedurk]

I know how it feels... I play the french horn, and when I hear a really good french horn cover on youtube, I wish I could play that good...

[@juicyfruit5444]

YOOOO, I live on your channel, and yeah.... His face never moves from that *I don't give a fuck* look, except for this one, this one was SOOO high, like holy cow

[@JAMPSproductions]

If this guys stuff was on Spotify I don’t think I would listen to anything else

[@Zendii]

It is (if you were still wondering)

[@adamcook2910]

@@Zendii Depends what country you're in

[@Zendii]

@@adamcook2910 Oh, really? I didn't know that Spotify was like that, especially for very inoffensive songs such as this.

[@Justrandumstuff]

It is

[@Baxocj]

1:57
"Wonder where I left my wallet... maybe in my car?"

[@bobthecob8501]

This deserves so many likes lol

[@jacobdees3882]

I love this comment

[@chrisdudleytrumpet]

Vexurath LMAO

[@thomaslonghurst9517]

Hahahahaha lol yeeeesssss!!!!

[@pedrosardinha3711]

Phahahahaha

[@adamh951]

If they make a live action Hercules this needs to be a part of the soundtrack

[@RockOrgan]

Dude, no joke, your sound on the flugelhorn is just, idk..... THE BEST I’VE EVER FFFFFFRREAKING HEARD!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@montrealpaddlingandboating6482]

Beautiful interpretation and performance. I recognized that little "MacArthur Park" quote in the middle of the piece (yes, I used to be a Maynard Ferguson fan!) Great job on the high notes too!

[@need_more_time1119]

Used to be, Maynard is and will forever be the GOAT in my eyes

[@montrealpaddlingandboating6482]

@@need_more_time1119 MF was a virtuoso, no doubt about it. He was born in Verdun, just a 15 minute drive from where I live here in Montreal. I saw him perform live here way back in the 80s. What a performance!

[@waffleman2998]

I thought I recognized that lick somewhere 😂

[@THall-vi8cp]

It's in the original Disney song. He was't quoting Maynard.

[@GrundyMad]

3:20 - basically the same as the ending of O Holy night in a similar figure. I love it.

[@devinsmith7407]

you're seriously a god

[@TayBee_123]

Jason Yang Zeus is his father?!

[@callumaumusic]

Don't give him any ideas.

[@JohnSmith-rt8fr]

@@callumaumusic Lol

[@albertotv1645]

@@callumaumusic Are you the trombone guy?

[@potatoman7760]

alBerTo//// TV yes he is, he also freaking composed all of Louis's songs

[@CenzoVD]

I don’t think anybody makes it look as effortless as this guy does.

[@mouradlad]

2:15 Intentional tribute to Maynard in Macarthur Park?

[@chorizofree]

+H2OWater I'm glad I wasn't the only one that heard it!

[@jacobhilliker9007]

Haha I head that too

[@jacobhilliker9007]

heard*

[@rcskyrim235]

Everyone heard it.

[@christiankaiser2993]

yes i'm not the only one that heard it

[@discountwaffles]

I always find myself back at this video

[@DrooBazooka]

3:51 2nd bone pitch adjustment. love it!

[@ricksonntag2166]

Wow, Louis. It has been such a pleasure to see you mature as a musician over the years, from the young kid playing (very well!) over Maynard/Waynard recordings to the tasteful, well-conceived things we see here. Beautiful music, and great video production concept! A true joy in every way!

[@jemuzu0944]

is there a video of him playing as a kid ?

[@ryanbrown3283]

look back through his channel

[@thebluedevilfromheaven5256]

I love your ability to play lyrical as well as open up when needed. Very nice.

[@mattt4706]

+The Blue Devil From Heaven LOL

[@thebluedevilfromheaven5256]

+Matthew Taylor Knew you'd find this sooner or later

[@mattt4706]

Yeah True

[@trevorelmore3180]

3:54 when you can't find the note (trombone)

[@runninggag1077]

Checking in 6 years later. Still good.

[@austinrobertson4234]

Thank you for this Louis… when you released this it was my motivating song… before a test, even before a workout. Even now that I am an adult now I still listen to this before job interviews or even when I’m just having a down day.

[@Austin67551]

Dude, this is sick! Love that guitar solo at 2:26

[@xfcane]

man this is superflouss!!! of course you can go the distance!!! WE ALSO WILL!

[@jacobtolar6608]

This kind of thing is why I get up in the morning. Best thing I've heard all month. Keep it up.

[@ethanluttrell]

did you play with the Blue Devils this year?

[@harryepstein7875]

It’s not just the notes that are ridiculous, it’s that they’re clear, unwavering, and immaculately in tune. That’s the mark of hours of long tones right there.

[@michaelr562]

Intelligence + Passion + Practice = Musical Excellence! Great Job Louis!

[@aaronjackson7166]

Talent also

[@g4m1ng4life]

Wow, such beauty i have never seen before in a Disney movie song cover BUT one thing i would have done was ending with the flugelhorn but trumpet at the end haves some character too nice done

[@samwhite7833]

How does you manage to hit those notes that high and clear? It's amazing by the way. You definitely deserve more subs.

[@ethanluttrell]

Lots of practice

[@omaroliblish]

I really like how everyone teamed-up together to play this. Hooray to those playing multiple parts. Nice job and sound.

[@clarkbellFAU]

True artistry displayed in a most difficult medium. These instruments are very difficult to play in such wonderful balance. This my friends is music extraordinaire.............

[@JakeNathaniel]

2:15 love this part

[@todddafrog2694]

One word: How. I don't believe you only have 100k subs, you should have 100,000,000 subs! You are actually insane. Thank you so much for this music.

[@karlydinkins7617]

Why do I love this so much? Not only the fact that it's Disney but that they play it so well.

[@danielwright608]

Incredible breath control!

[@EndlessAwsome]

What a long way you have come Louis! It's so great to see how you have grown as a musician and that you have lived your dream! Good luck in the future!

[@LofiWurld]

yep, im learning the trumpet!

[@SynZ777]

You'll enjoy it, I can guarantee that.

[@LofiWurld]

you were not wrong! its such a good instrument! only problem is now all my neighbours have to endure my playing lol

[@SynZ777]

I would invest in a practice mute.

[@Baxocj]

Straight mutes and harmon mutes both make for great practice mutes.

[@tictok5183]

That's awesome that you're learning to play trumpet! Just make sure your time on mutes is limited! Heres why: it's super easy to get your lips all beat up without realizing it since the mute is so quiet. I wouldn't play a practice mute for more than five minutes at a time to be on the safe side. You'll have to find a place to practice or just embrace practicing with neighbors next door, I've heard stories of people's articulation on trumpet getting messed up because they rarely practiced without a mute!

[@ChristianGraesslin]

Awesome Louis!!

[@_hello__there_5594]

When you hit your elbow really hard: 2:24

[@santiagohurtadoleon5671]

Dude, like we get it, you're a god at the trumpet
but the flugelhorn? seriously? HOW IS IT EVEN BETTER?

[@FredS66]

Great version, would love to hear this on TIDAL in master-quality!

[@alexmercer8349]

I never knew the trumpet can reach that high

[@santinoxavier3682]

The trumpet has no limits, really. It just depends on the player

[@liamjones4683]

Alex Mercer since it's a brass instrument it can technically go infinitely high.

[@TheWizardMyr]

Alex Mercer you should go listen to some of Arturo Sandoval

[@SynZ777]

I've been to a show where a guy played so high that your ears cannot perceive the frequency, you hear nothing.

[@TheWizardMyr]

Elecro Hillkill he must have missed a note. Its impossible for a human to play that high, even with a piccolo trumpet. For most people their hearing ends around 16k-18k Hz. A quadruple C on a trumpet is only 7.5k Hz and I know that there has never been a recorded quadruple C. Let's say you were to use a piccolo trumpet. They're one octave above a typical trumpet. Let's say that someone could play a quadruple C and they did it into a piccolo trumpet. That would be a quintuple C but even that is only 15k Hz.

[@Campbellellis]

casual D at the end there

[@clarkfitzgerald8814]

:48 hot damn your tone is so good. Silky smooth. It just warms my heart to hear that flugel. You can see the guy playing the piano smile and shake is head you sound so damn good.

[@ozilrox3954]

I love everything this guy puts out it sounds so clean and it's never too cheesy keep up the great work

[@Mattbradley-wq9jg]

The reason I love music more then anything

[@austinmchale5840]

honestly, this is my favorite one you have made so far, you are so talented, and I wish I could be as good as you, I thank you for giving me something to stride for Louis.

[@emmamaria4482]

me encantaaaaa
toda mi infancia hecha por una trompeta... muero de amor...

[@machelopa12]

Sensacional !!! Es para morir de amor, realmente.

[@robertslotte1858]

Amazing! Just, amazing! That embouchure! The chops!!

[@kdc1016]

I love the guitar solo!

[@andrewraebig9271]

I love all the trumpet shots (both solo and trio). Definitely going to try to play my way through this one; this just made my day, and it's only 11am.

[@jakefletcher7617]

For those who want an instant replay 2:57

[@leosteamedbaozi9867]

yes my favourite part!

[@rebeccakatz5993]

Chills!!!

[@thewolfethatcould8878]

Always a joy listening to this!

[@davidtucker4676]

Awesome arrangement.....Great chops Louis!!! More! More!

[@user-yx2vy5er5l]

心が洗われました

[@LTADEUCP]

Brasilian`s trumpet player, like this song, congratulations Wayne boy!!!

[@swaeyze5392]

At 3:14 he relaxed after every note, he doesn’t compress to keep the sound. That’s impressive muscles and airflow... Damb

[@jacobw174]

damb indeed

[@genghiskwon8388]

Big flex with those higher register notes. Mans deserves to flex tho. Had to work hard to make it sound so effortless and clean

[@jwgdirect]

Beautiful. You got the chops bro!! Low brass was tight too!

[@willkinney5051]

This is gorgeous on flugel. Damn.
(I mean, everything is gorgeous on flugel 😂)
Great job on this cover!!

[@daveeck5407]

These Callum Au arrangements are outstanding. I hope someone in LA with an ear is paying attention. Yeah, a little Mac Park in there. Lol.

[@maggusb]

What a performance! What an arrangement! Incredible musicians! BRILLANT! THAT IS WHAT MUSIC WAS MADE FOR!!!! KEEP GOING! :-)

[@lina.loverboy6454]

When i listen to this i get Motivation to play my clarinet

[@c.morees9698]

Great musicians..all of you🎸🎺📯🎹🎷

[@tomscott2237]

Simon...beautiful woodwind playing and L. D. I watched u play lead in the Buble TV special. Honestly, I can't imagine any finer trumpet playing than
Louis and Wayne. Bravo!!!

[@griffinschumock4600]

This is by far my favorite big band cover of any song on the internet currently, I can't stop listening to it! Can't wait to buy the arrangement... if I can find the dedicated people to fill all the parts :P

[@MrDocPennington]

Yea long way from playing over Maynard recordings huh? good stuff

[@MadameFlow]

Please please please put these on Spotify! My nanny kid wanted to play trumpet with you every where!

[@saralinnr]

Goosebumps!! 🙊🙊😵

[@shravan7312]

You guys play so beautifully ❤
this song makes me feel better on a Sunday

[@user-rj6ec2ys4b]

感動しました
涙でる

[@chrishamilton4999]

very sweet sound in the lower register too.

[@aaronmikkelsen9230]

some serious props to you Simon Marsh

[@computerdynamo]

Really Awesome! Very tasteful!

[@williambrown9221]

You are one of my favorite trumpet players and you have inspired me to become the best musician I can be. You sound amazing!

[@Ahkuji]

I've watched a few videos now... and I've got to say... you've definitely earned my subscription

[@frankmartinez1274]

His face looks too relaxed lol. I love this.

[@silassobrinho7292]

Simplesmente incrível e agradável aos meus ouvidos

[@grantdixson1442]

The flugahorn and french horn and bones were the best part(s)

[@goldilex]

Your chops. Respect. Holy Crap.

[@phyllis1056]

I LOVE THIS COVER

[@Icecube3343]

Great arrangement and playing. Just awesome.

[@JakeNathaniel]

So relaxing

[@Trombotimo]

Best version I've ever heard! Keep it up guys!!!

[@HadrixEvonGlory]

Is that a Flugelhorn he is using in the beginning. Sounds a little more mellow than either a Trumpet or Cornet.

[@Davidkaisermusic]

yes

[@Nick-up4mr]

Tigranes Gryphen yeah

[@ShadowTaze]

It's also bigger, in case you wanted another tell.

[@RockOrgan]

Tigranes Gryphen yes

[@krakenjm6877]

@@ShadowTaze Flugelhorns are E X T R A T H I C C trumpets TBH

[@gcropser55]

Wonderful arrangement and musicianship.

[@myersdiz]

Wow! That's all I can say. Simply amazing.

[@thewolfethatcould8878]

Play it loud guys! You all rock! Happy Thanksgiving to You and Yours, you just made many peoples' day. Thank Que!

[@kyleditomaso8591]

My new favourite channel! Your sound is incredible! The whole band is sooooo tight and on point. Maynard meets Morrison, meets Rob McConnell and the Boss Brass. Thanks for making my day!

[@admiralcapn]

This would make a sick middle song for a half-time show.

[@austinvenable7289]

Very beautiful great job everyone who made this!
-Austin X

[@dmack2003]

woodwind specialist is underrated!

[@frankmorton1626]

What a beast 🎺👏👏👍🍻

[@0wnedmuch5]

NEVER DISAPPOINTING

[@HIME5SENTZ]

Different flugel in this one? Which one is it? Awesome job as always! Even with your fat big band tone your sound in the lyrical sections of this piece is extraordinary. Absolutely love listening to you play. Keep up building your youtube audience and I bet you could do a CD in the near future. Best wishes and happy holidays!

[@VeniaminElenets]

You are so funny when imitate playing trumpet 😂

[@luiginomalvestio3527]

Questo brano mi emoziona.

[@OnePiecelover7]

That is awesome

[@beemcplayz1044]

0:52 There is a Bass Clarinet

[@andresilvs1739]

Amazing

[@hastetwo2836]

Dowdeswell is like like Pete Margulies of the Utah Symphony.... he can play a super hard lick and he's like "That's easy as pie."

[@keleschreckenbach5110]

every i listen to this the only thing i can think is just "Wow"

[@machelopa12]

Very, very nice song.

[@pilu3897]

Yes good!!