When the late Harold Mabern was doing a workshop at my university he asked the class “who are the most influential pianists of all time?” Timidly a few students raised their hands and dared “Bill Evans?” “Monk?”And a few others. Mabern laughed and told the room Bud Powell, Eroll Garner, and Nat King Cole were the correct answers. He also spoke very highly of Ahmad Jamal that day. Very thankful to have seen and heard him before he passed.
@@erniebuck7986 Thing about Art Tatum was that nobody could do what he did, and still can't. So he's something of a terminus. Oscar Peterson said the same thing about Nat Cole - I link to a PBS special that Andre Previn hosted and featured Peterson. I'm pretty sure it's in here. (There is also a bit about Peterson imitating Count Basie on a stage that they shared - Neils Henning Oersted Pederson, the bassist, gave him a caution under his breath, but he kept at it, and then Basie came on and just SMOKED him.) ruclips.net/video/BFNsywQOW1I/видео.html
Nat Cole was the transition pianist from swing to be-bop.It's a shame that most younger pianists aren't aware of that Also, his piano playing should be used as examples in the so-called jazz education system.
Nat King Cole was a complete, all around musician. His biography even mentioned that when he first arrived to LA, he even did arranging for big bands to make a few extra bucks.
I recently watched an episode of the Nat King Cole show, and his versions of standard are cooler than Frank Sinatra sipping a milkshake in a snow storm. And he played melodica!
My Dad lived in NY and saw all the big bands and all the shows, he saw Dizzy and Charlie Parker and many more, he was on Palladium time too and he told me that Nat King Cole had a trio but one time the owner of the club told him that he wanted a band with a singer so that when Nat started singing so he can keep the job and that was the beginning of Nat King Cole the singer. I don’t remember in which City the club was located.
These three monsters-in-the-making helped define a generation of musical excellence. I find it very joyous to now see another "crop" of young musicians taking this music to yet another level!
Gents, there's also a fantastic bass-less trio album with Tatum, L. Hampton AND Buddy Rich. Thanks for your fantastic work. Also, O.P's drumless trios are directly influenced by Nat. Also, also, have y'all heard Oscar sing. Dead on Nat. 🌹🌹🌹🌹
I would love to se that kind of video about Jimmy Smith's playing on his version of "Hackensack". I know it's not piano, but still 😉 Would love to hear your comments on his solo and analyze what he is playing. It is way to fast for me to understand., haha. Pleeeeease 🤪
Great video! Most people remember Nat for his singing, which was great, but he is considered one of the premier pianist in jazz history.
When the late Harold Mabern was doing a workshop at my university he asked the class “who are the most influential pianists of all time?” Timidly a few students raised their hands and dared “Bill Evans?” “Monk?”And a few others. Mabern laughed and told the room Bud Powell, Eroll Garner, and Nat King Cole were the correct answers. He also spoke very highly of Ahmad Jamal that day. Very thankful to have seen and heard him before he passed.
@@atleyking2086 Too subjective buddy (:
@@atleyking2086 I'd include Art Tatum.
@@erniebuck7986 Thing about Art Tatum was that nobody could do what he did, and still can't. So he's something of a terminus. Oscar Peterson said the same thing about Nat Cole - I link to a PBS special that Andre Previn hosted and featured Peterson. I'm pretty sure it's in here. (There is also a bit about Peterson imitating Count Basie on a stage that they shared - Neils Henning Oersted Pederson, the bassist, gave him a caution under his breath, but he kept at it, and then Basie came on and just SMOKED him.) ruclips.net/video/BFNsywQOW1I/видео.html
Nat was a world class pianist as well as a top vocalist who even influenced Oscar Peterson. One of the all time greats
First, Nat King Cole was an excellent pianist, who happened to sing one night - the rest, is history. :)
Nat Cole was the transition pianist from swing to be-bop.It's a shame that most younger pianists aren't aware of that Also, his piano playing should be used as examples in the so-called jazz education system.
Incredible recording, such strong playing. Perfect swing feel.
I can see by your facial expressions that you are digging this artifact of a masterpiece. Timeless art! Your comments are great!
Prez is burning!
Nat,Pres and Buddy, a level of genius never to be heard again.
Nat King Cole was a complete, all around musician. His biography even mentioned that when he first arrived to LA, he even did arranging for big bands to make a few extra bucks.
I recently watched an episode of the Nat King Cole show, and his versions of standard are cooler than Frank Sinatra sipping a milkshake in a snow storm. And he played melodica!
My Dad lived in NY and saw all the big bands and all the shows, he saw Dizzy and Charlie Parker and many more, he was on Palladium time too and he told me that Nat King Cole had a trio but one time the owner of the club told him that he wanted a band with a singer so that when Nat started singing so he can keep the job and that was the beginning of Nat King Cole the singer. I don’t remember in which City the club was located.
Great SINGER and GREAT player !
These three monsters-in-the-making helped define a generation of musical excellence.
I find it very joyous to now see another "crop" of young musicians taking this music to yet another level!
Legend has it, when God was handing out talents Nat lined up a second time wearing a Groucho Marx disguise
That solo on the second track! The comping...I need to analyze this more.
So great to hear and enlightening commentary from you jazz gents
That sax though
Lester young was good
What a left hand!
Bonne année 2021 !!
Bonané !
He was a king also on the piano...absurd swinging left hand
Yes this is swingin’ its butt off.
Gents, there's also a fantastic bass-less trio album with Tatum, L. Hampton AND Buddy Rich. Thanks for your fantastic work. Also, O.P's drumless trios are directly influenced by Nat. Also, also, have y'all heard Oscar sing. Dead on Nat. 🌹🌹🌹🌹
I would love to se that kind of video about Jimmy Smith's playing on his version of "Hackensack". I know it's not piano, but still 😉 Would love to hear your comments on his solo and analyze what he is playing. It is way to fast for me to understand., haha. Pleeeeease 🤪
Thanx, Gentlemen 🌹🌹🌹
you can definitely hear tons of teddy wilson and earl hines in his playing
I have information about the bass player. He had to take a bus ride with Buddy Rich to the gig.
Check out the album Ivy Divy by Don Byron with Jason Moran
Tutorial?
buen canal
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Cole and Ray Charles were both influenced by Earl "Fatha" Hines.
Marking
I think thats nothing campared to Teddy Wilson with Lester Young
Nothing? Surely it’s something?