I love when he said what he said I used to get so caught up in playing "fast" now I play from my heart and soul and my songs are so much better. You are who I listen too to get better at my Tenor Sax. I've got my sound down on Alto since I've played that for 24 years just finally moved to tenor and all I try to hear when I'm practicing is you sir. Thanks Kirk.
It's a pleasure to call Kirk my friend. He's an incredible gentleman and musician. One of my greatest moments when he invited me to come to his house in 2005. At the time, he was living in Nashville TN. As a fellow Alto, Sorpano and tenor saxes, having a killer tone, is crucial. Also I play the Jody Jazz mouthpieces.
Hey man I would love to send you a few of my Sax tracks to get your opinion on them. Been playing for 24 years on Alto and just recently switched to Tenor and had my first paying gig EVER last week playing a Duet with a singer "This is why I love you by Major". Let me know what I need to do to get these tracks over to you and maybe we can work one day on something. I play Piano, a little guitar and bass, sing, produce and audio engineer down in Fort Myers FL.
I have been playing (off and on) for 48 years. And I have heard a few saxophonist who play more notes than Kirk Whalum. But I can only count on one hand how many saxophonist have a sweeter tone and play with as much expression as Kirk Whalum. Oh. By the way. Kirk can cut it up with the best of them too. I've seen that video where he went toe to toe with Kenny Garrett on "Always There." Kirk showed up and showed out!!
He might be my fav current pro player today. I mean,, for those that don't know...Kirk played with for Whitney Houston for 7+ years. Imagine how many saxophonists WH and her people had to audition before singling out Kirk. Clearly some one like WH would be super picky. Has an amazing ear for good sound to have been such an unmatched singer. She heard something in Kirk no one else had/has. He plays like she sang.
@@jodyjazzofficial What an honour it is to receive such encouraging words from my best manufacturer of mouthpieces. Always aiming for the best and targeting a unique quality sound. Can't wait to be in a position to afford all of your best mouthpieces and products 😊🙏🏾
@@jodyjazzofficial Kirk's always great, (been following him for years) but that horn sucks. The Keilwerth was a perfect fit. But I'm not going to get in a pissing contest!
How do you write something like this this is so awesome, so much must be inside you to come out so beautiful, Just inspired is the only word I can come up with
2 days ago I bought one hr* 7* I use #3 select jazz d'addario before I used a Arnold brilhart 7* but I would like to sound like Kirk, i m from haiti,I playe compas music
Observation: Compared to the original album recording, Kirk's tone here sounds warmer and more open. Obviously the equipment and circumstances aren't the same, and the player himself has matured and evolved musically. Still, its an interesting observation.
I get what he's saying but find it unnecessary, music needs no explanation. He's almost suggesting that, "I know you all think this sucks because I am not playing fast, loud and high" but please understand that I am an artist and it's actually saying something. No need for that in my opinion, simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. I too have been playing for over forty years and love his sound, phrasing and artistry.
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I love when he said what he said I used to get so caught up in playing "fast" now I play from my heart and soul and my songs are so much better. You are who I listen too to get better at my Tenor Sax. I've got my sound down on Alto since I've played that for 24 years just finally moved to tenor and all I try to hear when I'm practicing is you sir. Thanks Kirk.
That’s awesome! Thank you!
It's a pleasure to call Kirk my friend. He's an incredible gentleman and musician. One of my greatest moments when he invited me to come to his house in 2005. At the time, he was living in Nashville TN. As a fellow Alto, Sorpano and tenor saxes, having a killer tone, is crucial. Also I play the Jody Jazz mouthpieces.
Wow thats so great to hear!
Hey man I would love to send you a few of my Sax tracks to get your opinion on them. Been playing for 24 years on Alto and just recently switched to Tenor and had my first paying gig EVER last week playing a Duet with a singer "This is why I love you by Major". Let me know what I need to do to get these tracks over to you and maybe we can work one day on something. I play Piano, a little guitar and bass, sing, produce and audio engineer down in Fort Myers FL.
I have been playing (off and on) for 48 years. And I have heard a few saxophonist who play more notes than Kirk Whalum. But I can only count on one hand how many saxophonist have a sweeter tone and play with as much expression as Kirk Whalum. Oh. By the way. Kirk can cut it up with the best of them too. I've seen that video where he went toe to toe with Kenny Garrett on "Always There." Kirk showed up and showed out!!
beautiful song and performance .... so smooth
He might be my fav current pro player today. I mean,, for those that don't know...Kirk played with for Whitney Houston for 7+ years. Imagine how many saxophonists WH and her people had to audition before singling out Kirk. Clearly some one like WH would be super picky. Has an amazing ear for good sound to have been such an unmatched singer. She heard something in Kirk no one else had/has. He plays like she sang.
One of my favourite players of all time!
😎♥️KIRK WHALUM COOL & SMOOTH HE IS THE BEST SMOOTH & COOL IS WHAT HE IS ♥️😎
Yeah!!
I Love Kirk Whalum
Us too!
A beautiful and expressive performance by a fine gentleman.
Thank you and glad you enjoyed the tune!
Beautiful playing... I love it when the tunes are played and improvisation is around the theme.
Thank you for the kind words Landis!
Sounds amazing!
Great composition...Kirk Whalum is exceptional greater than great
Oh he is! What a wonderful person too
Great sound
Thank you!
Love this❗️
So lovely, and meaningful and beauty
Yes it is!!
I wanna wake up someday and play like you 🙌🔥🔥
Eric, Kirk is awesome but being the best Eric you can be will make you the best musician you can be!
Keep working on your craft and listening to the best players :)
@@Michaelsax5 sure thing Michael.... always doing my best to improve my sound. Thanks a lot
@@jodyjazzofficial What an honour it is to receive such encouraging words from my best manufacturer of mouthpieces. Always aiming for the best and targeting a unique quality sound. Can't wait to be in a position to afford all of your best mouthpieces and products 😊🙏🏾
YES..everything Kirk played and everything he said.
Totally agree!
JodyJazz Inc. I have played a tenor HR* for a number of years. Love it.
I wanna hear him play desperately
Old marvelous hit, to me 🎷👍
Kirk Whalum is the best!
Brother Whalum your
Being Modest . what 6 saxophone are there that can make that saxophone sing like you . I want names .
Awesome
Yes!
Miss the Keilwerth SX90r -- big time. What's up???
He sounds amazing now :)
@@jodyjazzofficial Kirk's always great, (been following him for years) but that horn sucks. The Keilwerth was a perfect fit. But I'm not going to get in a pissing contest!
@@JRM---516 I loved the sound of his Keilwerth SX90R...
Wow nice play a d bautiful words.
Thank you
🎷👍👏
How do you write something like this this is so awesome, so much must be inside you to come out so beautiful, Just inspired is the only word I can come up with
Yes Vincent, we will inspired when we hear Kirk play too!
👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏
🎷🎷
Super 👌🍒😎
I would like to have the score for tenor sax of this piece "The Promise", if anyone has this score I will be grateful to him
Beautiful 💕 🎵🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🌹❤️🎵🎶🎵❤️🌹🎶👌👌🎖️❤️🌹
Kirk is amazing
2 days ago I bought one hr* 7* I use #3 select jazz d'addario before I used a Arnold brilhart 7* but I would like to sound like Kirk,
i m from haiti,I playe compas music
Nice!! Hope you enjoy the HR* tenor mouthpiece :)
@@jodyjazzofficial Jean, I used to be a member of the Mini All Stars - Check out Raraman - all the sax solos are me - Jody
Observation: Compared to the original album recording, Kirk's tone here sounds warmer and more open. Obviously the equipment and circumstances aren't the same, and the player himself has matured and evolved musically. Still, its an interesting observation.
Cool thanks for that! Yes Kirk is really digging the HR* Tenor 8 and has been for several years!
I get what he's saying but find it unnecessary, music needs no explanation. He's almost suggesting that, "I know you all think this sucks because I am not playing fast, loud and high" but please understand that I am an artist and it's actually saying something. No need for that in my opinion, simplicity is the ultimate sophistication. I too have been playing for over forty years and love his sound, phrasing and artistry.
What reed does he use on this setup?
He uses the Daddario Select Jazz !
:)
!!!!!!
🎷🎷
Excellent performance. What ligature is he using?
He is using the Jody Jazz Power Ring Gold Plated.
That is a gold Power Ring ligature
@@jodyjazzofficial so it;s standard for both metal and hard rubber mouthpieces?
@@andrianarisonnjato1667 Nope it is a different size for both the metal and hard rubber mouthpieces
what's the opening of the JodyJazz HR Kirk is using here JJ?
Kirk uses a size 8!
@@jodyjazzofficial just bought the same.