Let me send you a virtual hug and with it express my deeply gratitude for the Music your father gave us. Elvin was, is and will be the greatest. We must never forget it.
Your father's music helped to shape my musical tastes, becoming hugely influential as an exemplary musician to me, and many others. I wish I could've met, and thanked the man in person.
Elvin was a real intellectual.... A true genius. His genius won't likely every be seen again. This documentary sends tears down my face. I wish I had met the man...it would have been an honor to do so. RIP Elvin.
I met him once after a show at the blue note. He came out to embrace Tommy Flanagan who was sitting at the table in front of me. Elvin pulls up a chair and sat down at our table (after speaking to Mr Flanagan for a few minutes). He just said “Hello how are you” (or something I don’t remember because I was busy trying unsuccessfully to not to make a fool of myself). Gentle humble man.
When I think of a musician who has truly mastered their instrument, I think first of Elvin Jones. A completely unique and marvelous talent. I saw him play live every chance I got.
I have always been a great coltrane adept. Tracks like persuance on a love supreme, or chim chim cheree still move me to tears because of the sheer energy. Took me a while to figure out that what moved me so much was Elvin as much as Coltrane
There's something about Elvins style being flashy and complimentary in a very harmonious way. I think the way a drummer expresses themself transcends beyond the drum set. Like the way a drummer looks and feels influences the way they play and vice-versa. Elvin is one stylish cat!
I saw Elvin Jones at the Village Vanguard in the early 70s. He had Gene Perla on bass, two sax players (maybe Dave Liebman and Steve Grossman, or possibly Frank Foster), but no piano or guitar. Seeing Elvin and his band at such close quarters in that tiny, tiny club was unbelievably intense. One of the tunes they played hat night was "Three Card Molly", which is featured several places in this film. The tune is on his 1971 album called "Genesis" , which is probably my favorite record of his as a leader. I saw him again a few years later in Portland, Oregon, which was also a great show but not quite as overpowering. RIP Elvin, a true force of nature and one of the most creative musicians I've ever heard. Thank you for posting this!!!
this whole video is spectacular, ive seen parts not all of it like this. The part at 12:01 when he starts to talk about Coltrane i found captivating. And after that him describing the colors...
I used to think that whole bit about color was crazy, but the opposite is true. Associating colors with numbers (in this case, specific keys and pitches) is considered high level thinking. A great drummer and a great thinker. The great Elvin Jones. Thanks for posting this film.
What a humble Gentleman. There's a thing on youtube where a recent mathematician relates Coltrane's tone patterns to the highest level of 'Universal' equations... ps-Great Movie.
Thanks for uploading this. The Vanguard interview is from 1979. The line-up has changed. 1978 Azar Lawrence has played the sax instead of Pat LaBarbara.
Not ma drunmner. don't usually watch all drummer video's but this guy is musical, distinctive, musical, powerful but overwhelming where technique and flash overwhelm the music.
I love my father's legacy.
He was one of a kind. I admire your father beyond words can express. His legacy is forever cemented in history
Let me send you a virtual hug and with it express my deeply gratitude for the Music your father gave us. Elvin was, is and will be the greatest. We must never forget it.
Did you ever get a chance to ask him where his music comes from? He was dialed in to a special place in the universe.
Hey Elvin - your Dad changed my life and my drumming - nice cat too! Hope all is well with you.
Your father's music helped to shape my musical tastes, becoming hugely influential as an exemplary musician to me, and many others. I wish I could've met, and thanked the man in person.
Elvin was a real intellectual.... A true genius. His genius won't likely every be seen again. This documentary sends tears down my face. I wish I had met the man...it would have been an honor to do so. RIP Elvin.
I met him once after a show at the blue note. He came out to embrace Tommy Flanagan who was sitting at the table in front of me. Elvin pulls up a chair and sat down at our table (after speaking to Mr Flanagan for a few minutes). He just said “Hello how are you” (or something I don’t remember because I was busy trying unsuccessfully to not to make a fool of myself). Gentle humble man.
A monster with a thunderous approach to his instrument, but truly a sweet and extremely likeable man
When I think of a musician who has truly mastered their instrument, I think first of Elvin Jones. A completely unique and marvelous talent. I saw him play live every chance I got.
I have always been a great coltrane adept. Tracks like persuance on a love supreme, or chim chim cheree still move me to tears because of the sheer energy. Took me a while to figure out that what moved me so much was Elvin as much as Coltrane
My favourite drummer 🥁🪘
Now here is an example of a musician who WORKED for a living. Physical. Passion. Sweat. Body/Mind Intellect. Commitment. In awe of the talent.
Thank you!!!
This is medicine and more.
Wonderful.
There's something about Elvins style being flashy and complimentary in a very harmonious way. I think the way a drummer expresses themself transcends beyond the drum set. Like the way a drummer looks and feels influences the way they play and vice-versa. Elvin is one stylish cat!
Elvin and Tony were the GOATs. Once in a 1000 years drummers. Just amazing that they were both alive at the same time and living in the same city
Dave Hibbard and Tony who posted this video (Anthony Moreno) - close friend of Elvin and in several of the video scenes
long ago created poster for Elvin Jones an appearance in Vancouver, then painted his drum skin...great times
if there are better sounding toms & floor toms in the world, I haven't heard 'em. god DAMN.
I saw Elvin Jones at the Village Vanguard in the early 70s. He had Gene Perla on bass, two sax players (maybe Dave Liebman and Steve Grossman, or possibly Frank Foster), but no piano or guitar. Seeing Elvin and his band at such close quarters in that tiny, tiny club was unbelievably intense. One of the tunes they played hat night was "Three Card Molly", which is featured several places in this film. The tune is on his 1971 album called "Genesis" , which is probably my favorite record of his as a leader. I saw him again a few years later in Portland, Oregon, which was also a great show but not quite as overpowering. RIP Elvin, a true force of nature and one of the most creative musicians I've ever heard. Thank you for posting this!!!
Also this version of the song which is faster than the original is available on the 1982 Earth Jones
Lucky You!
Thanks for publish this document
One of my favorite drummers of all time. Such an unique voice and intensity on the instrument!
This footage looks like the stage at Baker's Keyboard Lounge in Detroit. Good to see Elvin playing for the home folks.
Elvin the Invincible. He could make any band compelling.
this whole video is spectacular, ive seen parts not all of it like this. The part at 12:01 when he starts to talk about Coltrane i found captivating. And after that him describing the colors...
I immediately became an Elvin Jones fan when Ed Gray presented this film at Image Film and Video Center in Atlanta, shortly after it was released.
15:09 I really think he minds and most very good musicians are wired in such a way that they can see the music . Must be a wonderful thing..
I used to think that whole bit about color was crazy, but the opposite is true. Associating colors with numbers (in this case, specific keys and pitches) is considered high level thinking. A great drummer and a great thinker. The great Elvin Jones. Thanks for posting this film.
I wonder if he had synesthesia.
@@tcorman I do. ruclips.net/video/ZXNVmjJ70Hc/видео.html
What a humble Gentleman. There's a thing on youtube where a recent mathematician relates Coltrane's tone patterns to the highest level of 'Universal' equations...
ps-Great Movie.
What a powerhouse
Thank You for this!
Elvins the coolest man
Elvin's playing keeps your interest. I can't think of higher praise for a musician. He made a lot of sessions better.
We are all unworthy.
So informative and cool
Flawless precise execution! A true inspiration.
Marvellous!
sooooo wonderfully loose!
So Wonderful!
Thanks for uploading this. The Vanguard interview is from 1979. The line-up has changed. 1978 Azar Lawrence has played the sax instead of Pat LaBarbara.
Tremendous.
Gratitude Love Respect
Amazing
Not ma drunmner. don't usually watch all drummer video's but this guy is musical, distinctive, musical, powerful but overwhelming where technique and flash overwhelm the music.
His rebellious way of playing bacame the standard of today
Philly Joe, used to be my hero. Elvin WOW dude !!! Rhythmic King !!!
Anybody know where I can cop the full live version of "Three Card Molly" shown in this video? Or where I can find a (live) version just as driving?
Earth Jones
@@tonyblair69 Much appreciated, brother!
the first solo was the "imma smack yo mamma" druming style
3:11 - what song is that? Is that on an album?
5:54 That suit
It's about the music.
Hi suit probably looks like something he would've seen while playing the drums
Holy smokes. 18:45
E. J. ➕
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2:30
4:00 sad fact.
Elvin Jones, Max Roach, Art Blakey, Philly Joe Jones.
ASMR voice