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I've recently discovered Rotem and I LOVE his music. Him and Jens Larsen are helping me learn basic Jazz at the moment, and I'm really just looking to add bits and pieces to what (little) I already know. The biggest thing I got from this is instead of beating myself up when I make a mistake, fall forward. Just roll with it I guess.
Not so much something from the conversation but the playing. I've noticed a few embellishment type moves Rotem does that I initially thought damn, that sounds so musical and great. Watching him more, I was able to predict them. I've got my own moves and embellishments I use often. When you got to the voicings you prefer, I realized I've got my own sounds I love and use a lot. All this to say when I watch other people play, I always see their moves and voicings and think man, I can't/don't do that. I suck. But it's mostly that it sounds fresh to me because I'm so familiar with the stuff I do regularly that my stuff feels over used. But that's just to my ears. If I played for someone else, my moves and sounds would be fresh to them and they could be thinking the same thing I am when I hear other players.
So much.. I actually have a new found respect in your playing because of that outro jam.. really nice job.. I wasn't a fan of the Kyle one but your little on the spot display REALLY impressed me. For once I wasn't left PISSED OFF but not even mad Rock on man nice job🤘
I just saw a short of John Mayer hitting the "wrong" note during a solo and he managed to play around it pretty perfectly. That clip basically captured that statement perfectly.
@@mattdelany6799 Found Tory Slusher's biggest simp. This is the 3rd comment on THIS video youve made praising her and being a general c*nt to others. Get a life dude
@@jomalomal hahaha right on. i'd bet money, though, that the arrogance of the persona doesn't come from his real personality. that's what makes it work, i think. it's a character. just an opinion.
One thing which destroys confidence at an early stage is jamming with friends who try to make you learn some song that is too hard for you, instead of saying “Just play G or G to D and focus on rhythm” and then trying to make that noob player sound great. That lack of confidence stays with them well after the beginner stage.
@@rinathama same. It’s been a long road but I’ve finally gotten more comfortable with the level I’m at in a jam situation. I think part of the problem comes from the more advanced player knowing songs, but maybe not knowing what to do with a two chord vamp.
Confidence is a factor. As he kinda said, you gotta not be afraid to take risks when constructing melodies, especially in jazz. After all you’re always a half-step away from the right note!
because there is no such thing as wrong notes. Some notes or intervals very pleasing (such as the third, fifth, sixth for example) and some dissonant (such as minor 2nd). If you play a "wrong" note that doesn't belong in a chord or scale which is used, you imply a more sophisticated harmony, which works all the time if you find a way to resolve dissonance. For example if you play C over E major chord it sounds "wrong" but it really isn't it just makes it augmented which nicely rrsolves back to E major fir example, or any other resolution based on harmony movement. Whst is wrong though is not having a good timing or playing without confidence leading in poor timing and tone. If you have good timing, tone and play "wrong note" it sounds good as long as you find a way to resolve it.
I can tell you being a drummer the reason he is so confident and plays well because of his internal clock is strong. He knows where the pulse is worships the pulse that’s everything. Just remember that.
That’s because he’s not focusing on the notes. He’s focusing on the time the feel the pulse the pocket you work with the metronome and play all the subdivisions make them comfortable until until you’re the creator that’s where it’s that that’s the answer.
I wish I was friends with serious musicians, I think it's really helpful to have conversations like this with people that are into the same things as you
this was such a great video what great positive guys, look at how much happiness a simple guitar has brought these two men. I wish everyone in the world had that in their lives
The inner game of tennis is legit, it talks a lot about the psychology of performing at tennis (applicable to anything) at a very high level and almost the emotional side of it, how letting yourself get into a flow state is the most important thing. People read it to improve in a lot of sports and other activities that require practice and concentration.
31:00 The key about naming five guitarists… passion for guitar is not due to learning the names of five guitarists… knowing the names of five guitarists is due to passion for the guitar, developed over time.
But also discovering them and seeing them as a beginner can be what inspires you to practice towards something aka daydreaming of playing altitudes by Jason Becker
If you listen to Chet Bakers 1965 recording of "Have You Met Miss Jones" at one point he clearly gets lost in the bridge and plays a line in totally the wrong key, but because he plays it with such conviction it sounds better than when I'm nailing every key centre. I would never have even noticed if I hadn't transcribed it.
@@jeanmember Thought I replied to this but I can't see the comment. It's from the Prestige session on the Album Lonely Star. End of the bridge in the second chorus.
I was only going to watch a minute or so of this just to check it out, but I got completely absorbed in the conversation and stayed for the whole video. So much great and inspiring advice. Really appreciate this video!
Brandon - What a great interview with Rotem. I've seen Ritem a few times on YT and he always comes over as a modest, thoughtful guy who simply lives music and the sound of the guitar. I've been on my own musical journey for almost 3 years now in my 70's and have taken a decision to understand what I'm trying to do rather than simply learn things by rote without any context. I don't believe in short cuts or magical scales. I've learned quickly that those who promote those approaches are BSers and imo to properly understand music needs much much more. I know I'll never get to the level of yourself or Rotem but my particular journey is important to me rather than the destination. Keep it the good work. It means such a lot to learners like me. And hopefully there'll be a follow up session with Rotem! Thanks from the UK
My comment except I'm 46. I've played for years but only recently have started approaching from a deeper commitment to understand the underpinnings. It's a journey, and it's great to hear other people describe their travels and appreciation for that journey as opposed to the destination. Thanks and bon voyage!
Loved this! Great interview. Rotem is amazingly helpful with his practical advice and approach. I agree that the most important part of learning and growing is failing and seeing those failures in a positive light by taking away a useful lesson each time.
Rotem has a huge presence on RUclips through his own channel and MANY collaborations, but don't forget to check out his actual albums as well--and buy a couple. He's straight ahead and extremely experimental in a blend that is rare on the instrument. What he said about GROOVE resonates with my own preaching about RHYTHM across the internet. I can't speak to other genres, but GROOVE is almost ignored in jazz pedagogy. We get so overwhelmed by scales, voicings, and tunes--that we ignore the rhythm and pulse. I've been deep into bebop these past couple of years, and my teacher always stops me when the groove of my studies ain't happening. Bebop musicians came from the dance hall, so you better believe that bebop has its own groove. Rhythm is everything, so make learning drums (or hand percussion) a priority. Keep on the keeping on Rotem. Thanks for doing the collaboration, Brandon.
@@tedlivermore6955 ask anyone who has studied jazz in college. On the bandstand, groove is always supreme. However, whenever people talk jazz--educational videos, forums, and books--groove and rhythm are seldom discussed. Rotem is one of the few musicians on RUclips who explicitly discusses rhythm on the internet in just about every video he puts out on RUclips. The reason for the lack of rhythmic content? Scales/ technique/ harmony are easier to sell than rhythm, especially to us non drummer types. Scales/technique/ harmony are easier to write into books and video courses. Food for thought: in most music conservatories/ music schools across the country, rudimentary piano is a requirement--for music theory. Show me a music school where rudimentary drums is an equal requirement--hell, even playing cymbals in marching band would suffice. Scales, harmony, and technique are the raw materials. Rhythm and groove are the delivery of said raw materials to the dance floor. Without rhythm and pulse, there is no music (that includes rubato and Gregorian Chant too). As an educator myself, I've written elsewhere about the need for music teachers to change the jazz education paradigm and place rhythm in its rightful throne.
@@pickinstone I agree that almost all videos say on yt that talk about solo techniques/Improv totally ignore groove/timing but I always heard jazz guitarists talk about timing being so important I guess i assume it was just a part of jazz music/knowledge/culture.I,m not a jazz player though,other then a rudimentary version of autumn leaves.
@@tedlivermore6955 What's your poison? What do you play? I've been studying and playing jazz for 20 years, but I wouldn't call myself a jazz musician with a capital "M." I was also enamored by advanced harmonies and scales in my quest to learn jazz. Books, videos, and online forums all pointed in that direction--that the key to the music was harmony, scales, and technique. Truefire said so, and RUclips's algorithm played right along. I feel like my concerns about music education aren't limited to jazz. How many videos/ books on rock emphasize rhythm? How about classical? Unfortunately, I think that even funk and reggae instruction fail to address the primacy and nuance of rhythm in the same detail that they address scales and harmony. So what? Music is best learned on the bandstand, right? But so many people buy these courses and fill up their bookshelves with these books. Scales, harmony, and technique--we got you covered. Rhythm and pulse? SOL... Rhythm is what allows us to play with other people and reach other people with our music--it's the organizing agent of everything else we study on our respective instruments in our respective genres. I am GLAD that Rotem mentioned that gap in intermediate jazz musicians. He's the real deal, I almost had him speak in one of my own classes way back when (I teach English/ Special Education--the course was an interdisciplinary experiment about music and English Composition).
@@pickinstone Mostly I play acoustic guitar,country,bluegrass some rock.Primarily interested in jamming with other acoustic players and improvising over simple rhythms.I much prefer acoustic guitar soloing over electric. Despite not playing much jazz I like listening to it while driving. The groove and solos are amazing. Having said that I.m not a fan of jazz vocals and only listen to instrumentals.I also play a bit of fiddle(very difficult).
Great video, B. Rotem is an amazing talent, and super inspirational. Kudos to your handlers, too, as the heavy sedation tamed enough of your anger to only curse a minimal amount, and ask him to just leave once, or twice.
Not gonna lie i really needed this. I get a lot of compliments on my energy on stage but i feel like i don't know enough or as much as i should. What a great video! Thanks fellas! 🤘🏼🍻
It's nice to know a few guitar players to explore the genre. Ed Bickert it probably my favourite. In terms of playing, I find Bickert to be an excellent platform. Traditional jazz tunes and absolutely stunning voicings. Studying Ed Bickert alone would bring a guitar player into serious potential for development. I recommend Pure Desmond.
Glad u guys were having fun. There are no "wrong notes", just strong and weak choices moving in and out of tension and release. Good luck with your journey and explorations!
I am concerned for guitar's future when Gen Z is taught to only like rap and pop. Like youre not gonna have live bands at bars and guitarists at coffee shops in 20 years when Gen Z is the main patron and doesnt care for it to be at the bar or restaurant.
I am just starting to branch out into jazz soloing to keep my other rock soloing and blues soloing feeling fresh. In fact i like to play a jazz line if I'm improvising a solo then revert back to a rock line just for comfort and resolve. But I am starting to get the jazz solo feel. Just play any spaced out notes especially skipping one note like a chord or arpeggio ... Then get to the part to resolve and make accidental chrimatic notes and enclosures. Its that simple ... Make sure to make a hook to repeat ... You can add cool things to that ... And make sure to have spaced out breakdowns ... Play soft or adventurous as the song calls for. I play a jazz line then revert to rock and triads to resolve the craziness then dive into it again. That oatterns sounds good. Anyway ... I started playing the chords then broke a string. It is all sbout feel ... But iniwoedge is s huge plus because its hard to play approach notes on notes you cant visualize. The chords sounded good. I have a cheap Metal Kramer not a jazz guitar and my others are stolen ... But if i ever finance or rent one itll be the big body so i can just play it acoustically like out and about.
First two minutes of this video i can tell this is some good stuff. Very unusual in the world of guitar tutorials, very unusual in the RUclips world of guitar content that lack what this video is rich in 1. Interesting educational and entertaining content. High quality production of content from the aesthetics of the set and its lighting, angle and positioning of camera, editing AND THE INCLUSION OR TABS!
I just pre-registered for Brandon's course and for what it costs, it's definitely good value for money - it's challenging, it requires some SERIOUS commitment AND you get weekly one on one Zoom meetings to review your progress. Not cheap but what you get is stellar in terms of advancing your ability to play Pro-level guitar....
Don’t you think it’s better to have a 1 to 1 teacher? I personally find it over the top. I can pay 3 years of adult music academy with that money, which gives me 1 hour group practice, 30 mins private learning and 2 hours general music theory. No online course can beat that. I would never pay more than 250 bucks for online stuff. The value of having a teacher sitting next to you is unbeatable.
Playing music is one of the few things in life that allow me to truly live *in the moment*. It's a difficult thing to do, especially once you get old and become aware of how little time you have.
This is a smart video. I like when Brandon responds, no worries to the pro's thanks for the compliment. That sets the tone for different generational phraseology. I studied percussion under a major orchestral legend and I apply the vast majority of his tenets to my guitar playing and composing. Of the points the pro made that resonate: 1- It is more about the music, than the notes. The conviction; the groove; the time. The expression, close enough for jazz even applies on some level to strictly composed classical pieces- especially where performance is involved. Unless you draw attention to a mistake, most of the audience won't know, while the knowledgeable audience will not care if your overall groove and musicianship is brilliant. 2- Practicing- I sometimes dreaded practice more than laundry. I would point out the 10 hr a day practicers. While the muscle memory will improve, he said if you follow what I am prescribing efficiently, you can't do this productively for much more than an hour. Don't be fooled by the eyewash of hours. However, always playing and learning is never a bad thing. To summarize: I have been playing Tommy Emmanuel's Angelina for years. Talk about a master groove. So many get the notes, but none that I have heard online- including the great Kent Nishimura master the music- the groove like Tommy. Kent comes close, in a sea of accomplished flounderers relative to the master.. Thanks..Happy picking.
It's a great lesson from two incredible players, but I don't understand who got humbled; the name on the account being different from either of the players in the video. At any rate, it is a great video; thanks for making and posting it!
11:26 concept of tailoring your guitar playing to a specific genre/style you really like makes sense but IMO it’s always nice to learn a little bit of other genres cause you can essentially adapt it to what you normally love playing.
5:20 this is something I definitely noticed when I started learning guitar. I’d been skateboarding for a bit so I understood the idea of fucking up and trying again until you get it, but it felt so nice knowing that I wasn’t like really risking anything like with skating. Was a super big motivator to keep practicing
You guys are amazing, and thank you brandon for being who you are, if you had been so harsh, you wouldnt have pushed me to GET OFF THE CIGARETTES😂 great jam at the end
Great Video!!! This Collab was awesome.. cuz I had just started following Rotem a few months ago. Btw about the Naming 5 famous names,..it relates to any subject.. if you are serious of becoming good at something.. then you'll eventually know those names,,, for eg..you love football and not know Lionel Messi, Ronaldo, Pele, Maradona, Ronaldinho...then C'mon!!!
Love this, and the jam at the end should be a learning point for many: listen first! Don't just play, but really have something to say. It's like being in a conversation about rain and talking about nuclear fission. The words are in the same language, but they don't fit into the context of the topic.
10:26 yayyy... Cause right now your type of music is pretty much what im really into and want to be a able to do, Rotem. When I see all these other guitar players I get overwhelmed because im just not that into rock and other genres... Anymore So this really helpsss
Never heard of him. I actually thought I knew all the who’s who. I’ll have to take a deep dive and find out more. I like his touch regarding the fretboard. It’s light. I gained some knowledge today. He is right about sticking to one style until you have it down. I’ve been intentionally about not attacking jazz guitar until I have the basics down.
Great video thanks. I just wanted to understand why you called the chord that you played in 9:30 F## instead of G? In fact all the notes of G are there
I tell all of my guitar students when they are learning to write music that they need to get the groove correct FIRST. Too many guitar players are interested in having some crazy melody line and don’t realize that you need to lock into a groove to actually play your songs with a band and have people jam to it.
time espent with music is valuable .. so when we play music takes valuable time from us that could be used , i dont know helping someone in trouble,,,,so make sure you put your heart to it,,,
Why I was not insulted? The best thing about this channel is that I could always count on that one thing. Which is what I need, for sure. Now it's gone... But seriously, great interview. My nephew used to pester me to "learn jazz, because you'd be good at it". I told him that even if he was correct, I don't have it in me to do the work required. This interview is a great illustration of what I had in mind.
If you do jazz youll be able to do all other styles, its the umbrella of music. Greg Koch went to school for jazz yet he rocks out other styles because he applies that knowledge he got from jazz.
Here's my 2 cents as a low-skill player: If I have 25 minutes, or 1 hour to practise, I don't want to spend that doing fretboard exercises. At the end of the day, I'm playing guitar for fun as a hobby, I want to play songs I like and doing exercises doesn't give me any feedback on how much closer I am to being able to play that. The way I see it, doing these exercises is the same as doing daily quests in a videogame, instead of having fun, you just log in for 30 minutes to 1 hour every day, collect your money spike, leave for the day and hope one day you'll have time to actually play the game. Is it the optimal way to play the game with limited time? Probably. Is it enjoyable? Not quite. At least for me. I would love to hear alternatives to just doing practice exercises. It's okay if 1 day per week i have to, but I'd like to play guitar for fun, not have a 2nd unpaid job.
Go for it, but there’s a lot of joy in progressing as a player, and a lot of pay offs along the way such as being able to play with others well that you’d lock yourself out of
because intermediates are not professionals; many of us are trying to become professionals and achieve mastery of the instrument. jumping from intermediate to mastery is much much harder than moving from beginner to intermediate. you can’t simply ask what are beginners doing wrong, because there’s a plethora of things beginners do wrong, hence why they are beginners.
Finally somebody who understands what the viewers really want to know, and actually ask those questions. Great job on this one. Every question you asked was super helpful.
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I've recently discovered Rotem and I LOVE his music. Him and Jens Larsen are helping me learn basic Jazz at the moment, and I'm really just looking to add bits and pieces to what (little) I already know. The biggest thing I got from this is instead of beating myself up when I make a mistake, fall forward. Just roll with it I guess.
Not so much something from the conversation but the playing. I've noticed a few embellishment type moves Rotem does that I initially thought damn, that sounds so musical and great. Watching him more, I was able to predict them. I've got my own moves and embellishments I use often. When you got to the voicings you prefer, I realized I've got my own sounds I love and use a lot.
All this to say when I watch other people play, I always see their moves and voicings and think man, I can't/don't do that. I suck. But it's mostly that it sounds fresh to me because I'm so familiar with the stuff I do regularly that my stuff feels over used. But that's just to my ears. If I played for someone else, my moves and sounds would be fresh to them and they could be thinking the same thing I am when I hear other players.
So much.. I actually have a new found respect in your playing because of that outro jam.. really nice job.. I wasn't a fan of the Kyle one but your little on the spot display REALLY impressed me.
For once I wasn't left PISSED OFF but not even mad
Rock on man nice job🤘
epic interview, great convo and much key info shared. Really well done
obligatory: "Who the FOOK is THAT guy?"
“If you hit the wrong note, it’s the next note that determines if it’s good or bad.”-Miles Davis
I just saw a short of John Mayer hitting the "wrong" note during a solo and he managed to play around it pretty perfectly. That clip basically captured that statement perfectly.
@@Rouwiinator There are no wrong notes, only wrong resolutions. (to paraphrase Thelonius Monk)
Fixing all mistakes in the same way also becomes repetitive.
Bullshit. Tory Slusher doesn’t play bad notes. You look up to miles Davis? It’s just noise.
@@mattdelany6799 Found Tory Slusher's biggest simp. This is the 3rd comment on THIS video youve made praising her and being a general c*nt to others. Get a life dude
interesting seeing you out of character. i love it.
that's just what happens to his character when he's getting humbled
@@jomalomal hahaha right on. i'd bet money, though, that the arrogance of the persona doesn't come from his real personality. that's what makes it work, i think. it's a character. just an opinion.
@@gatotenangoit 100% is lol
One thing which destroys confidence at an early stage is jamming with friends who try to make you learn some song that is too hard for you, instead of saying “Just play G or G to D and focus on rhythm” and then trying to make that noob player sound great. That lack of confidence stays with them well after the beginner stage.
This is me 12 years later
@@rinathama same. It’s been a long road but I’ve finally gotten more comfortable with the level I’m at in a jam situation. I think part of the problem comes from the more advanced player knowing songs, but maybe not knowing what to do with a two chord vamp.
Very insightful.
Just get new friends to jam with
@@nito1440 noobs don’t know this is a problem, and it is not usually done out of malice but out of not knowing what else to do.
You did an awesome job of having him explain it to an intermediate audience. Thank you for that! Great content as always.
Rotem can't even make "wrong notes" sound bad! 😄 Everything he plays just works.
Confidence is a factor. As he kinda said, you gotta not be afraid to take risks when constructing melodies, especially in jazz. After all you’re always a half-step away from the right note!
because there is no such thing as wrong notes. Some notes or intervals very pleasing (such as the third, fifth, sixth for example) and some dissonant (such as minor 2nd). If you play a "wrong" note that doesn't belong in a chord or scale which is used, you imply a more sophisticated harmony, which works all the time if you find a way to resolve dissonance. For example if you play C over E major chord it sounds "wrong" but it really isn't it just makes it augmented which nicely rrsolves back to E major fir example, or any other resolution based on harmony movement. Whst is wrong though is not having a good timing or playing without confidence leading in poor timing and tone. If you have good timing, tone and play "wrong note" it sounds good as long as you find a way to resolve it.
I can tell you being a drummer the reason he is so confident and plays well because of his internal clock is strong. He knows where the pulse is worships the pulse that’s everything. Just remember that.
That’s because he’s not focusing on the notes. He’s focusing on the time the feel the pulse the pocket you work with the metronome and play all the subdivisions make them comfortable until until you’re the creator that’s where it’s that that’s the answer.
“You need to pay attention to the time… the groove…”
I wish I was friends with serious musicians, I think it's really helpful to have conversations like this with people that are into the same things as you
this was such a great video what great positive guys, look at how much happiness a simple guitar has brought these two men. I wish everyone in the world had that in their lives
This is the type of content Im here for, absolutely amazing videos, your personalities really go well together
Im 43 and this guy was a pleasure to hear speak and a very good teacher, Fantastic stuff.
I'm 30 and I play the nntar
@@sammy-whirl8500 lol . yea that came out weird. im 43 and play guitar. but these guys are young but still making great content. good job guys
The inner game of tennis is legit, it talks a lot about the psychology of performing at tennis (applicable to anything) at a very high level and almost the emotional side of it, how letting yourself get into a flow state is the most important thing. People read it to improve in a lot of sports and other activities that require practice and concentration.
31:00
The key about naming five guitarists… passion for guitar is not due to learning the names of five guitarists… knowing the names of five guitarists is due to passion for the guitar, developed over time.
But also discovering them and seeing them as a beginner can be what inspires you to practice towards something aka daydreaming of playing altitudes by Jason Becker
Exactly. If you like somrthing, you should probably look for people who are successful in it.
How come Brandon, the nicest guy in the world, is not yelling at me? Weird.
It’s probably because you’ve managed to GET OFF THE CIGARETTES
😅
A great teacher and for sure a really cool dad, congrats man!!
If you listen to Chet Bakers 1965 recording of "Have You Met Miss Jones" at one point he clearly gets lost in the bridge and plays a line in totally the wrong key, but because he plays it with such conviction it sounds better than when I'm nailing every key centre. I would never have even noticed if I hadn't transcribed it.
It's the skill of very gifted jazz musician : be able to have a convincing speech
he didnt know theory
I’m trying to find what you’re talking about on RUclips. Is it the one from the official Chet Baker channel? Or the one with a picture of him playing?
@@jeanmember ruclips.net/video/2G8UTMtY0JM/видео.html
It's this one. Bridge in second chorus of solo. 2:20
@@jeanmember Thought I replied to this but I can't see the comment. It's from the Prestige session on the Album Lonely Star. End of the bridge in the second chorus.
I was only going to watch a minute or so of this just to check it out, but I got completely absorbed in the conversation and stayed for the whole video. So much great and inspiring advice.
Really appreciate this video!
Brandon - What a great interview with Rotem. I've seen Ritem a few times on YT and he always comes over as a modest, thoughtful guy who simply lives music and the sound of the guitar. I've been on my own musical journey for almost 3 years now in my 70's and have taken a decision to understand what I'm trying to do rather than simply learn things by rote without any context. I don't believe in short cuts or magical scales. I've learned quickly that those who promote those approaches are BSers and imo to properly understand music needs much much more. I know I'll never get to the level of yourself or Rotem but my particular journey is important to me rather than the destination. Keep it the good work. It means such a lot to learners like me. And hopefully there'll be a follow up session with Rotem! Thanks from the UK
This comment is perfect....
My comment except I'm 46. I've played for years but only recently have started approaching from a deeper commitment to understand the underpinnings. It's a journey, and it's great to hear other people describe their travels and appreciation for that journey as opposed to the destination. Thanks and bon voyage!
This is a music channel format i have not seen yet in this saturated platform. Real unique to watch
Nice to see Rotem here, his videos on lofi are so great.
Loved this! Great interview. Rotem is amazingly helpful with his practical advice and approach. I agree that the most important part of learning and growing is failing and seeing those failures in a positive light by taking away a useful lesson each time.
Rotem has a huge presence on RUclips through his own channel and MANY collaborations, but don't forget to check out his actual albums as well--and buy a couple. He's straight ahead and extremely experimental in a blend that is rare on the instrument.
What he said about GROOVE resonates with my own preaching about RHYTHM across the internet. I can't speak to other genres, but GROOVE is almost ignored in jazz pedagogy. We get so overwhelmed by scales, voicings, and tunes--that we ignore the rhythm and pulse. I've been deep into bebop these past couple of years, and my teacher always stops me when the groove of my studies ain't happening. Bebop musicians came from the dance hall, so you better believe that bebop has its own groove. Rhythm is everything, so make learning drums (or hand percussion) a priority.
Keep on the keeping on Rotem. Thanks for doing the collaboration, Brandon.
Groove is ignored in jazz?
I thought it was everything in jazz.
@@tedlivermore6955 ask anyone who has studied jazz in college. On the bandstand, groove is always supreme. However, whenever people talk jazz--educational videos, forums, and books--groove and rhythm are seldom discussed.
Rotem is one of the few musicians on RUclips who explicitly discusses rhythm on the internet in just about every video he puts out on RUclips.
The reason for the lack of rhythmic content? Scales/ technique/ harmony are easier to sell than rhythm, especially to us non drummer types. Scales/technique/ harmony are easier to write into books and video courses.
Food for thought: in most music conservatories/ music schools across the country, rudimentary piano is a requirement--for music theory.
Show me a music school where rudimentary drums is an equal requirement--hell, even playing cymbals in marching band would suffice.
Scales, harmony, and technique are the raw materials. Rhythm and groove are the delivery of said raw materials to the dance floor. Without rhythm and pulse, there is no music (that includes rubato and Gregorian Chant too).
As an educator myself, I've written elsewhere about the need for music teachers to change the jazz education paradigm and place rhythm in its rightful throne.
@@pickinstone I agree that almost all videos say on yt that talk about solo techniques/Improv totally ignore groove/timing but I always heard jazz guitarists talk about timing being so important I guess i assume it was just a part of jazz music/knowledge/culture.I,m not a jazz player though,other then a rudimentary version of autumn leaves.
@@tedlivermore6955 What's your poison? What do you play?
I've been studying and playing jazz for 20 years, but I wouldn't call myself a jazz musician with a capital "M." I was also enamored by advanced harmonies and scales in my quest to learn jazz. Books, videos, and online forums all pointed in that direction--that the key to the music was harmony, scales, and technique. Truefire said so, and RUclips's algorithm played right along.
I feel like my concerns about music education aren't limited to jazz. How many videos/ books on rock emphasize rhythm? How about classical? Unfortunately, I think that even funk and reggae instruction fail to address the primacy and nuance of rhythm in the same detail that they address scales and harmony.
So what? Music is best learned on the bandstand, right? But so many people buy these courses and fill up their bookshelves with these books. Scales, harmony, and technique--we got you covered. Rhythm and pulse? SOL... Rhythm is what allows us to play with other people and reach other people with our music--it's the organizing agent of everything else we study on our respective instruments in our respective genres.
I am GLAD that Rotem mentioned that gap in intermediate jazz musicians. He's the real deal, I almost had him speak in one of my own classes way back when (I teach English/ Special Education--the course was an interdisciplinary experiment about music and English Composition).
@@pickinstone Mostly I play acoustic guitar,country,bluegrass some rock.Primarily interested in jamming with other acoustic players and improvising over simple rhythms.I much prefer acoustic guitar soloing over electric.
Despite not playing much jazz I like listening to it while driving. The groove and solos are amazing.
Having said that I.m not a fan of jazz vocals and only listen to instrumentals.I also play a bit of fiddle(very difficult).
I watched the entire segment. Excellent interview. A+
Please do more of these Jazz-related videos. They're awesome!
Great video, B.
Rotem is an amazing talent, and super inspirational.
Kudos to your handlers, too, as the heavy sedation tamed enough of your anger to only curse a minimal amount, and ask him to just leave once, or twice.
His synopsis of the The Inner Game of Tennis is THE lesson …nailed it 🙏
When he dropped that first Dm7 with such a beautiful groove we knew the deal
Not gonna lie i really needed this. I get a lot of compliments on my energy on stage but i feel like i don't know enough or as much as i should. What a great video! Thanks fellas! 🤘🏼🍻
Incredible solo brother!
it was all worth it for the jam at the end ! bravo *claps*
It's nice to know a few guitar players to explore the genre. Ed Bickert it probably my favourite. In terms of playing, I find Bickert to be an excellent platform. Traditional jazz tunes and absolutely stunning voicings. Studying Ed Bickert alone would bring a guitar player into serious potential for development. I recommend Pure Desmond.
Glad u guys were having fun. There are no "wrong notes", just strong and weak choices moving in and out of tension and release. Good luck with your journey and explorations!
Love how he said he couldn't do the pop gig he really wanted because he became a dad (and supporting the mother is more important I suppose)
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Pumped for this collab!
Good interview Brandon. Rotem is a beast.
He made playing wrong notes look so easy! Respect 🙏
Great interview man!
We’re so back. Guitar community is eating well.
Huh?
Agreed. Never expected these dudes to collab but it’s a pleasant surprise
Real
Yo, did he ever answer your challenge?
I am concerned for guitar's future when Gen Z is taught to only like rap and pop. Like youre not gonna have live bands at bars and guitarists at coffee shops in 20 years when Gen Z is the main patron and doesnt care for it to be at the bar or restaurant.
One thing Rotem does that is so clean, is the sound of his fingers against the strings is never noticeable at all
It was a nice interwiew you sales a lot of good guestions . Nice keep it up , thanks
I am just starting to branch out into jazz soloing to keep my other rock soloing and blues soloing feeling fresh.
In fact i like to play a jazz line if I'm improvising a solo then revert back to a rock line just for comfort and resolve.
But I am starting to get the jazz solo feel.
Just play any spaced out notes especially skipping one note like a chord or arpeggio ... Then get to the part to resolve and make accidental chrimatic notes and enclosures.
Its that simple ... Make sure to make a hook to repeat ... You can add cool things to that ...
And make sure to have spaced out breakdowns ...
Play soft or adventurous as the song calls for.
I play a jazz line then revert to rock and triads to resolve the craziness then dive into it again.
That oatterns sounds good.
Anyway ... I started playing the chords then broke a string.
It is all sbout feel ... But iniwoedge is s huge plus because its hard to play approach notes on notes you cant visualize.
The chords sounded good.
I have a cheap Metal Kramer not a jazz guitar and my others are stolen ...
But if i ever finance or rent one itll be the big body so i can just play it acoustically like out and about.
rotem is an incredible player. Great video man
that bit about chord shells was an absolute eye opener for me
Love to see „The inner game of tennis“ on the keys and especially how worn out it looks 😂
First two minutes of this video i can tell this is some good stuff. Very unusual in the world of guitar tutorials, very unusual in the RUclips world of guitar content that lack what this video is rich in 1. Interesting educational and entertaining content. High quality production of content from the aesthetics of the set and its lighting, angle and positioning of camera, editing AND THE INCLUSION OR TABS!
I just pre-registered for Brandon's course and for what it costs, it's definitely good value for money - it's challenging, it requires some SERIOUS commitment AND you get weekly one on one Zoom meetings to review your progress. Not cheap but what you get is stellar in terms of advancing your ability to play Pro-level guitar....
Don’t you think it’s better to have a 1 to 1 teacher? I personally find it over the top. I can pay 3 years of adult music academy with that money, which gives me 1 hour group practice, 30 mins private learning and 2 hours general music theory. No online course can beat that. I would never pay more than 250 bucks for online stuff. The value of having a teacher sitting next to you is unbeatable.
Really great discussion and demonstration. Thanks for this Brandon!
Rotem is Playing a Gibson Howard Roberts archtop. It’s a 16” body with a floating pickup.
thank you brandon for this video..But thank you brandon for your questions to the nyc jazz guitarist
Playing music is one of the few things in life that allow me to truly live *in the moment*. It's a difficult thing to do, especially once you get old and become aware of how little time you have.
This is a smart video.
I like when Brandon responds, no worries to the pro's thanks for the compliment.
That sets the tone for different generational phraseology.
I studied percussion under a major orchestral legend and I apply the vast majority of his tenets to my guitar playing and composing.
Of the points the pro made that resonate:
1- It is more about the music, than the notes.
The conviction; the groove; the time.
The expression, close enough for jazz even applies on some level to strictly composed classical pieces- especially where performance is involved.
Unless you draw attention to a mistake, most of the audience won't know, while the knowledgeable audience will not care if your overall groove and musicianship is brilliant.
2- Practicing- I sometimes dreaded practice more than laundry.
I would point out the 10 hr a day practicers.
While the muscle memory will improve, he said if you follow what I am prescribing efficiently, you can't do this productively for much more than an hour.
Don't be fooled by the eyewash of hours.
However, always playing and learning is never a bad thing.
To summarize:
I have been playing Tommy Emmanuel's Angelina for years.
Talk about a master groove.
So many get the notes, but none that I have heard online- including the great Kent Nishimura master the music- the groove like Tommy.
Kent comes close, in a sea of accomplished flounderers relative to the master..
Thanks..Happy picking.
Amazing 😍😮 its so cool to hear his suggestions
It's a great lesson from two incredible players, but I don't understand who got humbled; the name on the account being different from either of the players in the video. At any rate, it is a great video; thanks for making and posting it!
Great interview! Love the outro!
Great video, Rotem is amazing ! (Q: is your guitar an D'Angelico Excel Soho, the Whitfield model?)
This guy is awesome!
11:26 concept of tailoring your guitar playing to a specific genre/style you really like makes sense but IMO it’s always nice to learn a little bit of other genres cause you can essentially adapt it to what you normally love playing.
The solo at the end is the most emotion I’ve seen Brandon display that wasn’t him being a hard ass
Sick breh I love rotem sivan and his track drive.
This is great, would love more content like this....2 people who love music.
I think I have seen this guy live in Northern Virginia at Epicure. His talent is insane.
A great video with great instructions. Thank you.
5:20 this is something I definitely noticed when I started learning guitar. I’d been skateboarding for a bit so I understood the idea of fucking up and trying again until you get it, but it felt so nice knowing that I wasn’t like really risking anything like with skating. Was a super big motivator to keep practicing
Groove hard all the time. I love it 😂😂
bro is on another level wow
You guys are amazing, and thank you brandon for being who you are, if you had been so harsh, you wouldnt have pushed me to GET OFF THE CIGARETTES😂 great jam at the end
Pretty sure there's an Inner Game Of Music too!
Great Video!!! This Collab was awesome.. cuz I had just started following Rotem a few months ago. Btw about the Naming 5 famous names,..it relates to any subject.. if you are serious of becoming good at something.. then you'll eventually know those names,,, for eg..you love football and not know Lionel Messi, Ronaldo, Pele, Maradona, Ronaldinho...then C'mon!!!
Love this, and the jam at the end should be a learning point for many: listen first! Don't just play, but really have something to say. It's like being in a conversation about rain and talking about nuclear fission. The words are in the same language, but they don't fit into the context of the topic.
it's cool to discover Rocco Siffredi has a chill side after all these years
10:26 yayyy... Cause right now your type of music is pretty much what im really into and want to be a able to do, Rotem. When I see all these other guitar players I get overwhelmed because im just not that into rock and other genres... Anymore
So this really helpsss
Brandon’s just sitting there suffering bc he hasn’t sworn out the audience every 3 seconds 😂
Wow this channel is awesome!
Golden content
This immediately reminded me of the “Jazz is an Accident” Spinal Tap bit
Never heard of him. I actually thought I knew all the who’s who. I’ll have to take a deep dive and find out more. I like his touch regarding the fretboard. It’s light.
I gained some knowledge today. He is right about sticking to one style until you have it down. I’ve been intentionally about not attacking jazz guitar until I have the basics down.
Tory Slusher makes this guy look like a beginner
Great video thanks.
I just wanted to understand why you called the chord that you played in 9:30 F## instead of G? In fact all the notes of G are there
that is the point. t'was a joke buddy
Good stuff fellas!
when you're so GOOD that you have trouble playing the 'wrong notes'
I tell all of my guitar students when they are learning to write music that they need to get the groove correct FIRST. Too many guitar players are interested in having some crazy melody line and don’t realize that you need to lock into a groove to actually play your songs with a band and have people jam to it.
Damm that outro was FIRE!!
yessssss
Thanks; really enjoyed. Love to know Rotem's mods to his Gibson; super curious and planning to search around some. Lovely Gentlemen!
Groove hard overtime. I like this guy already
time espent with music is valuable .. so when we play music takes valuable time from us that could be used , i dont know helping someone in trouble,,,,so make sure you put your heart to it,,,
Every time I think Im good, I go check out the live jazz fusion scene in L.A. ...the amount of dedicated practice required is daunting.
Where do you go? We live in the valley, my son wants to be a jazz musician, and I'm looking for places for inspiration.
Why I was not insulted? The best thing about this channel is that I could always count on that one thing. Which is what I need, for sure. Now it's gone...
But seriously, great interview. My nephew used to pester me to "learn jazz, because you'd be good at it". I told him that even if he was correct, I don't have it in me to do the work required. This interview is a great illustration of what I had in mind.
17:05 there is your insult
*17:00
Rotem is just insanely talented
If you do jazz youll be able to do all other styles, its the umbrella of music. Greg Koch went to school for jazz yet he rocks out other styles because he applies that knowledge he got from jazz.
excellent point!!!!
Yes, it’s the time, the most fundamental element of all, that matters the most
Learn alot today about mindset
You actually look like the nicest guy in this video here.😂 👍 Excellent content!!
Victor Wooten has been trying to point this out for nearly 20 years, has plenty of vids playing wrong notes with the right groove
31:00 “oh you play guitar? Name five guitarists!!”
"The Inner Game of Tennis"--a very famous book. Use it for golf, squash, etc. Visualize!
Wake up babe, Brandon uploaded new video
Here's my 2 cents as a low-skill player: If I have 25 minutes, or 1 hour to practise, I don't want to spend that doing fretboard exercises. At the end of the day, I'm playing guitar for fun as a hobby, I want to play songs I like and doing exercises doesn't give me any feedback on how much closer I am to being able to play that.
The way I see it, doing these exercises is the same as doing daily quests in a videogame, instead of having fun, you just log in for 30 minutes to 1 hour every day, collect your money spike, leave for the day and hope one day you'll have time to actually play the game.
Is it the optimal way to play the game with limited time? Probably. Is it enjoyable? Not quite. At least for me.
I would love to hear alternatives to just doing practice exercises. It's okay if 1 day per week i have to, but I'd like to play guitar for fun, not have a 2nd unpaid job.
I'm in the same category as you. I'm not gonna spend my limited time on elevator music either .I want to play songs I know
Makes sense of you only play a short time a day. But If you play a few hours a day, then 25 minutes to an hour of practice is nothing.
Go for it, but there’s a lot of joy in progressing as a player, and a lot of pay offs along the way such as being able to play with others well that you’d lock yourself out of
Why is the question ALWAYS 'What are intermediates doing wrong'
I would guess because it's extremely relevant to a lot of us, and because he wants to get different perspectives from as many sick players as possible
because intermediates are not professionals; many of us are trying to become professionals and achieve mastery of the instrument. jumping from intermediate to mastery is much much harder than moving from beginner to intermediate. you can’t simply ask what are beginners doing wrong, because there’s a plethora of things beginners do wrong, hence why they are beginners.
Because that's why 90% of us are watching this
There are no "wrong" notes...just bad resolutions. And Dizzy said that rhythm is much more important than note choices.
My favorite chord is Fbsusmaj13(no1, no3, no5, no7, no6), love how it sounds
Finally somebody who understands what the viewers really want to know, and actually ask those questions. Great job on this one. Every question you asked was super helpful.
Great interview thx