Pretty interesting even for non musicians like me. There's something about humbleness and the desire to improve that is so very appealing. It's amazing that you remain critical but don't over do it. As a teacher, I believe you're giving yourself a lot of room for learning in a healthy manner and you'll be even greater in a relatively short time.
l love these Raw and Exposed "Life as a Musician" videos of yours. They serve well as a teaching aid of what to expect once you get out of the garage and out on the road. I love that you post all of your mistakes and flaws as this make it very real and very cool!
I loved it so much when you sang out the solfa notations. Am a keyboard player doing mostly hymns but most RUclips videos have musicians mentioning the name of the notes instead of the solfa notes. I liked it
Great video, I always have a hard time with the exact duplication of solos, I always add my own flair, then it feels more like my artistic expression, I’ve faced a few musical purists who didn’t like it, but I consider myself an artist so if someone doesn’t like my art they can get art somewhere else lol. Most the time people enjoy hearing a remixed rendition of music they love! Especially when stage presence and a love and passion for what you are doing shows through! All in all last minute gigs are nerve racking, I’m always nervous before the first note lol, I feel like if I don’t get nervous something may be wrong…😅
You are in good company. The Thunderbirds and Blue Angels do the same post performance self-criticism with nothing held back. Keep up the great work. Enjoy your sound on both alto and tenor. Started alto again after a 43 year pause. Having fun. You are part of my relearning process.
I found this very interesting. I’m amazed how some sax players learn a part or a whole song so quickly. Thanks for making this video. I’ve only just discovered your channel but I’m going to check out your other ones.
I totally relate to replaying mistakes from previous performances but the ones you highlighted were so minor. I don't know how you made the second time through of the solo sound even better but you did!!
So surprised that there's a sad player out there who'd never heard the solo from simply the best before. It really is iconic. But then again, maybe I'm just showing my age. I think you smashed it tbh, definitely better second time round but that altismo...I don't even know how it's supposed to sound tbh. Difficult
Hii imma new fan love the content y’all are so talented. I tried to look you up on Spotify but I only see one song 😭 can I stream any of your music pls!!! 🥺 my fave is your cover of heat waves by the glass animals
It's great that you can sit and analyse your own performances this way without being too hard on yourself, and it's helpful for even non-musicians to see just how much hard work goes into making it look easy! Your professionalism and desire to improve are obvious here, so thanks for making this one, it was a great watch 👍🎷
May Tina Turner, ('The Best') rest in peace. Absolute legendess, who slayed every time she walked on a stage. Was an inspiration to so many, including the youngest generations, and definitely my generation's aspiring singer-songwriters. Great video Frankie, and like I said have a great Memorial Day weekend!
Crazy that you can just listen, figure out the notes, then just own the solo. It’s fun to see you figure it out then finally go into the gig and preform very well. 🎉
As a musician we all go through this type of self depreciation. I would bet lots of cash that 99% or more of the people didn't even notice. I was going to say all, but musicians tend to notice. Still, you're coming into a gig without knowing the song. I think at one point we've all been there, man, and all been too harsh on ourselves. You did fine for the circumstances, and next time, you'll know it inside out, because you've had more than 5 minutes to work on it... Great video! Thanks!
I’m a fairly new saxophonist, I’ve been playing less than a year, and these kinds of video are inspiring to me. It’s really easy to feel insignificant and hopeless when you are watching others only at their best. It’s nice to know someone really skilled also struggles in their own ways.
That’s exactly why I made videos like these!! I’ve felt the same way my whole life, and continue to feel that way some days. Just know that messing up is part of the process
Recording gigs seems to be pretty cool not only for us(the viewers) but for you to look back and critique yourself on things you probably wouldn't have noticed during the gig. I think being able to listen back to yourself from an audience point of view rather than a players point of view is pretty useful! Also, how often do you end up taking last minute gigs? It seems kinda stressful! 😅
It’s honestly been a crucial part of my development as a saxophonist!! And almost all of my gigs early on were last minute because I’m just not as established so I was always subbing. I’m getting called less for last minute gigs these days but they definitely still happen and if I’m available I always try to take them cause it’s good experience!
This is a cool thing for non pros to hear. It's super common to get last minute stuff where it needs to sound the like the pro who recorded it. I heard a story of a pro trombonist literally on the stage while music is being played as the sax player is teaching him the next song, some Dixieland standard he doesn't know, like Alligator Stomp, or something random like that.
"That 80's sound" is a real thing. I enjoy watching your hungry musical path. I'm on the other side of the hill. I have been very blessed to raise a family on trumpet money. After decades of production shows, recordings, and tours, I'm enjoying playing the weddings. No one comes to those for a bad time:) I'll check later to see if you have an album I need to buy. Kudos my friend. Keep on honkin:)
My mouth would be so sore!! (Clearly don't practice enough) 😂 but I'm so impressed with how quick you picked it up. I think it's good to forgive yourself for a few small errors since it was so last minute!
Frankie you are silly, you are the best, solo sounded fine. 🎼everybody in the wedding party thought your solo was great. I will admit that I get freaked out when seeing you practice. The worst is to show up for a gig and they change the key on you right before the set. Playing and transcribing at the same time was always a terror for me. Something you handle with ease! You are seriously talented and can “fake it” like the best. 👍😊
Fascinating to see the process thank you for sharing ❤ Would you ever write down the solo using notation??? or just keep listening by ear until it sticks? Not having notation to fall back on would make me SO STRESSED
I probably should have written it down for something this last minute (I’ve done that in the past or when I have so much music I’m trying to learn for different gigs). But I usually just try to internalize it
Love this! really showing the frustration and perseverance that come hand in hand with being a musician! Really helps new players like myself get comfortable with making mistakes!
Videos like these are super inspirational man! Love your work ethic and passion for music; it definitely spreads through the screen 😂 I can't wait to make a video like this when I start busking. Cheers for the boost in motivation dude 😄
Super helpful to see behind the scenes vlogs from stuff like these, as a trumpet player from the UK trying to get more into professional gigging. You've got a great sound btw!
I'm kind of surprised that you didn't know the song simply the best because it is probably one of the most famous songs in the world, definitely Tina turner's most famous song. Hotel cover bands play it all the time, although they don't have sax players so probably the solo is just done on guitar or keyboard. It's also played alot at sporting events.
Cool one. Calling a dep the same day, getting him to spend the day learning multiple new songs and not screw up... pretty pretty good. Wouldn't mind at all about the solo. It's around the end of the set as well, so I guess people was quite hyped up (and drunk) already xD note: must be nice being able to study the same day of the gig. We poor brass bois :(
Really enjoying gig videos dude. Every youtube musician video is flawless and it creates a false sense of un-enoughness in me but watching your videos reminds me that just like me everybody is a human and it is such a relief lol
Ahh thank you that means a lot! I definitely don’t want to portray myself as someone who is perfect because I am far from it lol. I’m more interested in authentically sharing my journey so I’m glad it can be comforting!!
Your self-documentary is inspiring. As a person who wanted to pursue a music career but went a different direction, your videos are very informative and helpful in preparation for what it’s like to be a professional musician. Very valuable!
I love these kinds of videos because they keep me motivated to keep trying to learn the tenor sax for school, plus they are just entertaining to watch. Thanks for the amazing videos!
Thanks for the honesty. I find it hard to believe you’ve never heard that song 😊 . I still freeze when it comes to hitting certain altissimos in a live setting. And I’ve been playing for years.
Hi really good to follow you through your musician world a real insightful video and so humble of you to show behind the curtain into a world most of us will never experience.but it’s nice to watch thank you
just "Simply the best" .... Not so simple and yet being the best must really learn to be simple . Then and only you can " better than all the rest " be. ps . rests breaking point for all musicians .Just keep it simple man .
So I’m a drummer and I would go by ear if I forgot how a song goes I would just go with it but if I didn’t have a chart if I no the song well I can play it with out a chart
i think you did just fine with the gig & the video my school just took my tenor away for summer brake so all i have is my clarinet. 😭which is fine i love clarinet i've played it for 3 yrs just miss my tenor which i feel like for only playing it for 2 months i am better than clarinet lol. but thank you this makes me feel a little closer to my sweet baby sax so i thank you🙂
I would have written out the notes instead of putting in all the time learning the solo. I think it would have helped you focus on the timing instead of trying to figure out the notes.
Sorry if this is a silly question…I get listening to the tune to learn it, get it in your head/fingers, learn the solo, etc. But is there a reason why you couldn’t just transcribe the solo on paper, or make your own detailed chart, for extra insurance? I’m a classical violinist with 15+yrs freelance and orchestra experience, but I’m currently learning bass and getting into jazz theory and I love watching your videos and seeing behind the scenes of your gigs, as I’ve always loved gigging and hope to get to that point with the bass as well someday.
Completely agree with you on copying the solo for the major parts. At least the beginning and the end should be the same. Always hated when for example the guitarist just shreds it without even bothering to try to imitate the original. I respect the way you look at it, be critical and try to be better all the time and invest time and practicing, and listen to the last version it was much better!!!
I truly appreciate your willingness to share your experiences. I’m an entry level bedroom musician who looks forward to the first day of playing in front of a live audience. Keep up the good work.
Bro your a pro! That Tina T. song sax playing sounded hard to replicate and you did. Very cool, 2-weeks later. Thanks for your humbleness to show the good and not so good. I hope I can post the vulnerability to help myself grow.
So I've always been curious, where do you get your music? I see that you have your ipad with you during gigs, but do you get the sheet music for each tune you're playing or do you end up playing by ear for most of them?
Thanks for this and all your videos Frankie. What people don't realise that new songs take at least 2 weeks to soak into the brain and embed themselves into the muscle memory .... Even then, you don't really learn them until you gig with them. Well done for nailing it second time round .... you're a brave man showing this process.
Amazing content dude... it is great to see someone going through the same things we all do as horn players. Your edit, comments and the way you approach the learning process is really on point and helpful. Cheers!
I disagree, it’s a great solo and I think most people (myself included) likely can’t come up with anything better. Also, at this stage in my career, learning the original is crucial for my ability to be able to come up with my own sound (improvisation) later in my career
Been there man. One time I was scheduled to play bass for my church and then got texted at 11 pm the day before the service that our drummer got Covid. I then stayed up until 1 am practicing at my house and then woke up at 5 am to go to the church to practice. After, I played the four songs for the service at 9 am and I don’t think anyone knew any better but me and the band. I only had from 11pm on Saturday to 9 am Sunday to go from bass to drums. At least I knew the songs we were playing. 😂
Iconic solo! Played that for 12 performances or so for the Tina Turner touring musical when it came through my town. Had a reed that couldn’t quite handle the high E one night, but fun solo to learn and play. People love that one! Nice job.
great video, brings me back to my wedding videographer days and the chaos of getting ready. Then the timer there ticking down builds great tension for the whole story. Also HUGE respect for putting this out there even though the final solo didn't go as perfect as you want, encouraging for others to see that it's not always about perfection but showing up and getting the job done, and then learning from that experience and keep grinding. Keep it up!
Ahh I have so much respect for wedding videographers. Every time I meet one on a gig they’ve been there since like 9am and I always feel so wrong for showing up at 5pm then watching them pack up the same time as me🥲 Thanks so much for the kind words and for watching!!
I have no musical experience, I love music though. Just a though, would it not be easier to look at the sheet music for the solo and go from there? Not trying to be a smartass or anything, was just a genuine curious thought.
I’m a bit of a purist when it comes to learning recorded solos. I almost exclusively try to learn them by ear. I just find I internalize it better and catch more of the inflections. It’s like the difference between writing down what someone told you and repeating it and matching their tone of voice
@@FoolishFrankie Hey man, if it works for you that's all that matters! Was just looking at it from a purely analytical perspective. Thanks for your insight, you sounded awesome, even if it wasn't 100% accurate. For the small amount of time you had to learn it anyways. Thanks for the great content 😁
I played tenor for years ( In 6-12) in concert and jazz band. I wish I had a mentor like you to push me forward. As good as my accolades were. I sucked. I still loved every second of it though. There were a few times when everything went right (with everyone), and the chord hits you and it's magical... I would imagine like a drug addict.
LOL don't be!! That is a ridiculous dramatized intro for entertainment purposes. The reality was me sitting on the toilet getting a text saying something along the lines of "You wanna play a gig tonight?"😂
Pretty interesting even for non musicians like me. There's something about humbleness and the desire to improve that is so very appealing. It's amazing that you remain critical but don't over do it. As a teacher, I believe you're giving yourself a lot of room for learning in a healthy manner and you'll be even greater in a relatively short time.
Thank you for the kind words. It’s definitely a process and something I’m trying to figure out so I’m glad I can share the journey 🙏🏻
I love the gig videos. Please keep on doing them they are super entertaining!
Thanks for the kind words🙏🏻
@@FoolishFrankie No, thank you for the amazing content!
l love these Raw and Exposed "Life as a Musician" videos of yours. They serve well as a teaching aid of what to expect once you get out of the garage and out on the road. I love that you post all of your mistakes and flaws as this make it very real and very cool!
Thank you so much this comment means a lot🥺🙏🏻🙏🏻
I loved it so much when you sang out the solfa notations. Am a keyboard player doing mostly hymns but most RUclips videos have musicians mentioning the name of the notes instead of the solfa notes. I liked it
Great video, I always have a hard time with the exact duplication of solos, I always add my own flair, then it feels more like my artistic expression, I’ve faced a few musical purists who didn’t like it, but I consider myself an artist so if someone doesn’t like my art they can get art somewhere else lol.
Most the time people enjoy hearing a remixed rendition of music they love! Especially when stage presence and a love and passion for what you are doing shows through!
All in all last minute gigs are nerve racking, I’m always nervous before the first note lol, I feel like if I don’t get nervous something may be wrong…😅
You are in good company. The Thunderbirds and Blue Angels do the same post performance self-criticism with nothing held back.
Keep up the great work. Enjoy your sound on both alto and tenor.
Started alto again after a 43 year pause. Having fun.
You are part of my relearning process.
Thank you so much I really appreciate this comment🙏🏻🙏🏻
I found this very interesting. I’m amazed how some sax players learn a part or a whole song so quickly. Thanks for making this video. I’ve only just discovered your channel but I’m going to check out your other ones.
Thank you so much!🙏🏻🙏🏻
Captured the last minute experience perfectly, got some nice tips, thanks!
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Excellent video. Reminds me of trying to learn rap lyrics then forgetting them on stage
I totally relate to replaying mistakes from previous performances but the ones you highlighted were so minor. I don't know how you made the second time through of the solo sound even better but you did!!
I appreciate it🙏🏻🙏🏻
This kind of video is great. Especially to someone who hopes to eventually play in gigs.👍
Thanks so much 🙏🏻
Altissimo is my PASSION!!!
Oh yeah I thought you nailed it
That That's the main thing you know. I don't know if you have to nail down every inflection . That's really close
Sounding good! What city do you live in?
Very impressive man, you could give me a month to prep for that gig and wouldn’t sound that good 😂
Ahh I’m sure you could do it!! Thanks for watching 🙏🏻
So surprised that there's a sad player out there who'd never heard the solo from simply the best before. It really is iconic. But then again, maybe I'm just showing my age.
I think you smashed it tbh, definitely better second time round but that altismo...I don't even know how it's supposed to sound tbh. Difficult
Hii imma new fan love the content y’all are so talented. I tried to look you up on Spotify but I only see one song 😭 can I stream any of your music pls!!! 🥺 my fave is your cover of heat waves by the glass animals
Hey thanks so much! Right now that’s the only song I have released on streaming services, but maybe I’ll try to put more out soon:)
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It's great that you can sit and analyse your own performances this way without being too hard on yourself, and it's helpful for even non-musicians to see just how much hard work goes into making it look easy! Your professionalism and desire to improve are obvious here, so thanks for making this one, it was a great watch 👍🎷
Thank you so much for the kind words🙏🏻🙏🏻
You have some serious balls to do this on the whim! Love your content bro! Seriously talented.
Thank you so much 🙏🏻
May Tina Turner, ('The Best') rest in peace. Absolute legendess, who slayed every time she walked on a stage. Was an inspiration to so many, including the youngest generations, and definitely my generation's aspiring singer-songwriters. Great video Frankie, and like I said have a great Memorial Day weekend!
Crazy that you can just listen, figure out the notes, then just own the solo. It’s fun to see you figure it out then finally go into the gig and preform very well. 🎉
As a musician we all go through this type of self depreciation. I would bet lots of cash that 99% or more of the people didn't even notice. I was going to say all, but musicians tend to notice. Still, you're coming into a gig without knowing the song. I think at one point we've all been there, man, and all been too harsh on ourselves. You did fine for the circumstances, and next time, you'll know it inside out, because you've had more than 5 minutes to work on it...
Great video! Thanks!
Much love🙏🏻
I’m a fairly new saxophonist, I’ve been playing less than a year, and these kinds of video are inspiring to me. It’s really easy to feel insignificant and hopeless when you are watching others only at their best. It’s nice to know someone really skilled also struggles in their own ways.
That’s exactly why I made videos like these!! I’ve felt the same way my whole life, and continue to feel that way some days. Just know that messing up is part of the process
Recording gigs seems to be pretty cool not only for us(the viewers) but for you to look back and critique yourself on things you probably wouldn't have noticed during the gig. I think being able to listen back to yourself from an audience point of view rather than a players point of view is pretty useful! Also, how often do you end up taking last minute gigs? It seems kinda stressful! 😅
It’s honestly been a crucial part of my development as a saxophonist!! And almost all of my gigs early on were last minute because I’m just not as established so I was always subbing. I’m getting called less for last minute gigs these days but they definitely still happen and if I’m available I always try to take them cause it’s good experience!
Very good job, very professional, it's clear that you put in a lot of effort. You will go far ^_^
Thank you Kinto 🥺🙏🏻
great video!! Even though you thought that solo wasn't the best, I think you did a great job remaining calm under pressure. Is that a new tenor btw?
Thank you! It was one I was temporarily borrowing. I’m back on my Jean Paul student one for the time being
This is a cool thing for non pros to hear. It's super common to get last minute stuff where it needs to sound the like the pro who recorded it. I heard a story of a pro trombonist literally on the stage while music is being played as the sax player is teaching him the next song, some Dixieland standard he doesn't know, like Alligator Stomp, or something random like that.
"That 80's sound" is a real thing. I enjoy watching your hungry musical path. I'm on the other side of the hill. I have been very blessed to raise a family on trumpet money. After decades of production shows, recordings, and tours, I'm enjoying playing the weddings. No one comes to those for a bad time:) I'll check later to see if you have an album I need to buy. Kudos my friend. Keep on honkin:)
My mouth would be so sore!! (Clearly don't practice enough) 😂 but I'm so impressed with how quick you picked it up. I think it's good to forgive yourself for a few small errors since it was so last minute!
Thanks for the kind words🙏🏻🙏🏻
Frankie you are silly, you are the best, solo sounded fine. 🎼everybody in the wedding party thought your solo was great. I will admit that I get freaked out when seeing you practice. The worst is to show up for a gig and they change the key on you right before the set. Playing and transcribing at the same time was always a terror for me. Something you handle with ease! You are seriously talented and can “fake it” like the best. 👍😊
Fascinating to see the process thank you for sharing ❤
Would you ever write down the solo using notation??? or just keep listening by ear until it sticks?
Not having notation to fall back on would make me SO STRESSED
I probably should have written it down for something this last minute (I’ve done that in the past or when I have so much music I’m trying to learn for different gigs). But I usually just try to internalize it
You're simply the best, Frankie.
I am far from it but always trying to improve!!🙏🏻
Love this! really showing the frustration and perseverance that come hand in hand with being a musician! Really helps new players like myself get comfortable with making mistakes!
Videos like these are super inspirational man! Love your work ethic and passion for music; it definitely spreads through the screen 😂 I can't wait to make a video like this when I start busking. Cheers for the boost in motivation dude 😄
Thank you so much that means a lot🥺🙏🏻
You sir are a true Pro !!!!!! 👍
Very much learning how to be one right now by playing with them!
Big fan. How old am I ... How the hell have you not heard this song before?!
Super helpful to see behind the scenes vlogs from stuff like these, as a trumpet player from the UK trying to get more into professional gigging. You've got a great sound btw!
Ayy I’m glad it’s helpful!! Thanks for the kind words🙏🏻
Thanks for posting these, I actually love watching it as a saxophonist of over 15 years
I’m glad you enjoyed it! Thanks for watching 🙏🏻
Jaw drop at that sneak peak of the solo with that insane saxy growl. Also, what a golden intro.
oops just seeing this thank you though!!
This is really teaching me how to listen and figure out the notes and play to fit in with the band. Sound great🎉
Glad it was helpful!🙏🏻
Thank you for making such amazing videos! You're making me want to pick up my saxophone again! Haven't played in a long time
Keep up the amazing work!
Thank you so much!🙏🏻
What saxophone are you playing in this video? It looks gorgeous :)
It’s a Phil Barone I was borrowing, didn’t necessarily love it though
@@FoolishFrankie Ah okay, thank you :) one of those saxes that looks great but doesn't feel great to play ig
Your amazing I love your vids
I appreciate the kind words!
I'm kind of surprised that you didn't know the song simply the best because it is probably one of the most famous songs in the world, definitely Tina turner's most famous song. Hotel cover bands play it all the time, although they don't have sax players so probably the solo is just done on guitar or keyboard. It's also played alot at sporting events.
Cool one.
Calling a dep the same day, getting him to spend the day learning multiple new songs and not screw up... pretty pretty good.
Wouldn't mind at all about the solo.
It's around the end of the set as well, so I guess people was quite hyped up (and drunk) already xD
note: must be nice being able to study the same day of the gig. We poor brass bois :(
Good job. Thanks for posting this video!
@@norbertwfroese7092 you're welcome ;)
3:55, hard cut because he went chasing the truck down the street 😆
Really enjoying gig videos dude. Every youtube musician video is flawless and it creates a false sense of un-enoughness in me but watching your videos reminds me that just like me everybody is a human and it is such a relief lol
Ahh thank you that means a lot! I definitely don’t want to portray myself as someone who is perfect because I am far from it lol. I’m more interested in authentically sharing my journey so I’m glad it can be comforting!!
Your self-documentary is inspiring. As a person who wanted to pursue a music career but went a different direction, your videos are very informative and helpful in preparation for what it’s like to be a professional musician.
Very valuable!
Ahh thank you so much I’m really glad you find them interesting and I appreciate you watching🙏🏻🙏🏻
One word to describe this video… real 😅
I love these kinds of videos because they keep me motivated to keep trying to learn the tenor sax for school, plus they are just entertaining to watch. Thanks for the amazing videos!
That’s awesome to hear!! Thanks so much for watching🙏🏻🙌🏻
Thanks for the honesty. I find it hard to believe you’ve never heard that song 😊 . I still freeze when it comes to hitting certain altissimos in a live setting. And I’ve been playing for years.
Hi really good to follow you through your musician world a real insightful video and so humble of you to show behind the curtain into a world most of us will never experience.but it’s nice to watch thank you
As someone who's been a saxophonist for roughly 7 years, this is actually much more relatable than I expected lol
just "Simply the best" .... Not so simple and yet being the best must really learn to be simple . Then and only you can " better than all the rest " be.
ps . rests breaking point for all musicians .Just keep it simple man .
10/10 Vocals!!
How much do usually get paid for doing gigs?
I made a video about this awhile ago!
@@FoolishFrankie thanks! I'll check it out!
There's nothing like getting an altissimo E gig ready...
So I’m a drummer and I would go by ear if I forgot how a song goes I would just go with it but if I didn’t have a chart if I no the song well I can play it with out a chart
i think you did just fine with the gig & the video my school just took my tenor away for summer brake so all i have is my clarinet. 😭which is fine i love clarinet i've played it for 3 yrs just miss my tenor which i feel like for only playing it for 2 months i am better than clarinet lol. but thank you this makes me feel a little closer to my sweet baby sax so i thank you🙂
I would have written out the notes instead of putting in all the time learning the solo. I think it would have helped you focus on the timing instead of trying to figure out the notes.
Sorry if this is a silly question…I get listening to the tune to learn it, get it in your head/fingers, learn the solo, etc. But is there a reason why you couldn’t just transcribe the solo on paper, or make your own detailed chart, for extra insurance? I’m a classical violinist with 15+yrs freelance and orchestra experience, but I’m currently learning bass and getting into jazz theory and I love watching your videos and seeing behind the scenes of your gigs, as I’ve always loved gigging and hope to get to that point with the bass as well someday.
There isn’t really, I probably should’ve written it down. I just find I get more out of it if I memorize it!
Lol
Completely agree with you on copying the solo for the major parts. At least the beginning and the end should be the same. Always hated when for example the guitarist just shreds it without even bothering to try to imitate the original. I respect the way you look at it, be critical and try to be better all the time and invest time and practicing, and listen to the last version it was much better!!!
I agree!! Thank you🙏🏻🙏🏻
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What is that second song I have never heard of it and I can’t find it do you have a link to the song or is it an original?
Love the pokemon music in the background !
Never heard The Best of Tina Turner? Whuaaaat? 😅
I’m a young inexperienced musician who didn’t have parents that were hip to her😭
@@FoolishFrankie Haha I don't blame you at all :) Like your vids, some of them are pretty recognizable xD
I truly appreciate your willingness to share your experiences. I’m an entry level bedroom musician who looks forward to the first day of playing in front of a live audience. Keep up the good work.
Of course, I’m glad it’s helpful! Thanks for watching 🙏🏻
Bro your a pro! That Tina T. song sax playing sounded hard to replicate and you did. Very cool, 2-weeks later. Thanks for your humbleness to show the good and not so good. I hope I can post the vulnerability to help myself grow.
Much love🙏🏻
So I've always been curious, where do you get your music? I see that you have your ipad with you during gigs, but do you get the sheet music for each tune you're playing or do you end up playing by ear for most of them?
Depends on the gig. With this band they provided charts for most of the tunes
Its called spaced repetition for a reason :3
IT WASNT AS BAD AS YOU THINK ENJOY IT DONT ANALYZE
Thanks for this and all your videos Frankie. What people don't realise that new songs take at least 2 weeks to soak into the brain and embed themselves into the muscle memory .... Even then, you don't really learn them until you gig with them. Well done for nailing it second time round .... you're a brave man showing this process.
Much love🙏🏻
Amazing content dude... it is great to see someone going through the same things we all do as horn players. Your edit, comments and the way you approach the learning process is really on point and helpful. Cheers!
That means more than you know man thank you🙏🏻
Why is it so important to replicate the solo exactly like on the recording? It's not anything special. Why not just improvise?
I disagree, it’s a great solo and I think most people (myself included) likely can’t come up with anything better. Also, at this stage in my career, learning the original is crucial for my ability to be able to come up with my own sound (improvisation) later in my career
Do I hear a sax cover of Littleroot Town from Pokemon in the background?!?!
Yes!! From a video game music show I played awhile back!
hey man, cool thing that i played a gig on that song to👍
Bro please stop putting the alarm clock sound in the video it’s actually messing with my head 😭
LOLOL this is the only vid I’ve done it in I’m sorry🙈
Try a harder reed than you use other songs. Switch for this solo. And big bore metal mouthpieces
no
Been there man. One time I was scheduled to play bass for my church and then got texted at 11 pm the day before the service that our drummer got Covid. I then stayed up until 1 am practicing at my house and then woke up at 5 am to go to the church to practice. After, I played the four songs for the service at 9 am and I don’t think anyone knew any better but me and the band.
I only had from 11pm on Saturday to 9 am Sunday to go from bass to drums. At least I knew the songs we were playing. 😂
Geeze that sounds brutal😳😳
I am doing this right now, 5 new solos in five days hense up at 3.30am
Oof😅
You first heard a song at 8am and then performed a solo in it that night. Credit where it’s due!
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I'm so impressed with you putting this up! Thanks man.
Much love🙏🏻🙏🏻
I'd say you did pretty well for only having a day to prepare for a gig
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Really grateful for this video.🙏🏽
Thanks for watching!!🙏🏻
Iconic solo! Played that for 12 performances or so for the Tina Turner touring musical when it came through my town. Had a reed that couldn’t quite handle the high E one night, but fun solo to learn and play. People love that one! Nice job.
Wow that’s awesome!! Thanks so much for the kind words🙏🏻
drummer had a nice feel
Really glad they didn't cut the song out of the set after shedding it all day 😂
It was one the client requested so I figured it wouldn’t get cut, but I’ve had that happen😅
The one and only Tina!
Suena genial felicidades
Such an enjoyable video. You couldn't be more charming Frankie.
Thanks for the kind words🙏🏻🙏🏻
❤ Pittsburgh gigs!
great video, brings me back to my wedding videographer days and the chaos of getting ready. Then the timer there ticking down builds great tension for the whole story. Also HUGE respect for putting this out there even though the final solo didn't go as perfect as you want, encouraging for others to see that it's not always about perfection but showing up and getting the job done, and then learning from that experience and keep grinding. Keep it up!
Ahh I have so much respect for wedding videographers. Every time I meet one on a gig they’ve been there since like 9am and I always feel so wrong for showing up at 5pm then watching them pack up the same time as me🥲
Thanks so much for the kind words and for watching!!
I have no musical experience, I love music though. Just a though, would it not be easier to look at the sheet music for the solo and go from there? Not trying to be a smartass or anything, was just a genuine curious thought.
I’m a bit of a purist when it comes to learning recorded solos. I almost exclusively try to learn them by ear. I just find I internalize it better and catch more of the inflections. It’s like the difference between writing down what someone told you and repeating it and matching their tone of voice
@@FoolishFrankie Hey man, if it works for you that's all that matters! Was just looking at it from a purely analytical perspective.
Thanks for your insight, you sounded awesome, even if it wasn't 100% accurate. For the small amount of time you had to learn it anyways.
Thanks for the great content 😁
You kept me watching till the end! With so little time to learn a new song, you did amazingly!
Ahh thank you so much🥺🙏🏻
what kind of sax is that? its beautiful bruv, it looks exactly like my phil barone alto
I think it was a phil barone I was borrowing from a friend if i remember right
Awesome, dude :) keep killing it my man!!!
I played tenor for years ( In 6-12) in concert and jazz band. I wish I had a mentor like you to push me forward. As good as my accolades were. I sucked. I still loved every second of it though. There were a few times when everything went right (with everyone), and the chord hits you and it's magical... I would imagine like a drug addict.
I just started playing tenor and the intro makes me worried
LOL don't be!! That is a ridiculous dramatized intro for entertainment purposes. The reality was me sitting on the toilet getting a text saying something along the lines of "You wanna play a gig tonight?"😂
Especially the creepy voice.
Sometimes feeling nervous make you forget the soli that you practiced a lot.
But, definitely you did good, bro!