Besides unmatched technique, Joe was about the most musical player ever. He never lost sight of the fact that the solo should compliment the song and not be focused solely on showy technique. Truly a drummer's drummer

Morello was a MONSTER. Here's the thing about his playing that slays me though: he had all of the technical facility in the world, but he NEVER played anything that wasn't swinging like crazy with a deep groove, he never played anything that wasn't tasteful tasteful tasteful, and he never played anything that wasn't musical. His solo on the record version of Take Five is something I still listen to on a regular basis. That solo is a lesson in musicality, taste, and technique. I love how much space there is between the notes and the beautiful phrasing, and I love the dynamics. Morello was one of the best to ever pick up a pair sticks. He was a master, in the truest sense of the word.

When drummers wore three pieces suits and didn't break a sweat.

Man, Joe was just an incredible player. My first teacher actually studied with Joe and we pretty much did everything that Joe showed him (I got lucky there). One more thing before he died my drum teacher actually got him to sign my Master Studies Book II, which I still have. It looks like chicken scratch because by that time his eyesight was really bad, but just wanted to share that little story. As far as your video, it was fantastic as always. Love seeing Joe get the love he deserves! Much love brother!

The 49 people who gave this a thumbs down, just stop it. You’re not proving anything

I studied with Joe for about six years. He was a beast of a musician and he was one of the most humble and gracious and kind human beings you'll ever meet.

I really loved the humility you showed in this video. "That shit is hard". There are so many drum videos out there and it's so refreshing to see a great player meet his match and acknowledge it! I hope that comes across as a compliment, it's intended as one.

3:18 He dragged that bass drum back without missing a beat. Gotta love it. Really enjoyed this Austin!

You would never tire of a Joe Morello solo. He reached the inner rythum that is in us all. And did it with more taste and style than any other.

I studied with Joe at NJ School of Percussion back in the 90s. Not only was Joe a technical master with a prodigious level of talent, but he was also a really nice guy. He was very generous about providing the best mentorship he could to every one of his students. At the end of every lesson he would ask me, “have I helped you ? Do you feel like you got your money’s worth ?” That left me pretty speechless, because not only did he help me tremendously, but I would have paid just to be in the same room and watch him do the impossible on a practice pad. I watched him do his famous left-hand triplets while sitting right beside him with our twin Remo practice pads, and I STILL cannot believe what I saw. Also Joe had a quick wit and would tell stories of life on the road with Buddy Rich, Gene Krupa, and Louie Bellson (who remained a close friend of his). I had a lesson booked when Joe was sadly taken from us. I miss him all the time, what a super guy and GREAT teacher.

"That shit is hard, man." You're killing me, sir! Excellent video.

Did you know Joe Morello originally played the violin? At 6 years old he was a featured soloist with the Boston Symphony Orchestra.

Those women in the background are absolutely stunned by he's playing:)

Been watching that solo for YEARS. One of my favorites ever.

No roller coaster drumsets..no jungle gyms..just talent

I have always loved Joe. He was the reason I learned traditional grip and got into drum line (I wanted to learn stick control like he had and understand rudiments). Right when I started learning to play the drums back in school this performance was one of the first I ever saw, he made me completely fall in love with the drums. I had never imagined that the drums could be so incredibly musical until I listened to him. “Playing the drums with your hands? Striking different sections of the drumhead and Using space between notes as a way to create a melody with a drum set?! How in the world?!” I thought. His control, the phrasing, the pocket, the groove. This man made music with that drum set, true music. The way he complimented the piano, how he followed the bass groove. Pure genius. Joe could make the drums talk, sing and even dance sliding away from him. The true definition of a music legend.

Far More Drums tells you everything. Legend.

You truly got the gift not only for performing but also teaching and presenting the material. Great job.

Brother, I just wanted to say thank you for these videos. They have been tremendously helpful for this drummer. Plus, Austin, you come humbly, kindly and reverently. Not to mention the fact that you are a beast. Thank you my man it is very appreciated. God bless.. 🙏💙

You show a real love and knowledge of what you do. And humility, too rare. That Morello piece is something I go to when feeling low. Cheapest, best therapy you can get! Many thanks!

I've studied many of Joe's solos while in college and I applaud you for your effortless explanation breaking it down for young students. It took me so long to get to the point where I could transcribe his solos and you make it so easy to follow. Awesome!

One of my favourite drummers ever! So much talent, technique and musicality! One of the best solos ever!

Joe is one of my favorites! Love that solo! Wonderful breakdown on this great piece!

I so appreciate all your hard work on these videos. You play so well, too!

THANK YOU, THANK YOU, THANK YOU!!!!!!!! Wonderful detailed explanation and demonstration. It makes me appreciate Joe even more.

I have loved this version of "Take Five" for years, the drum solo is amazing. It is even more amazing watching you break it down. Thanks.

And he’s alive!!!!!! I love these videos!!! Really inspiring!

10 years ago this became my favorite solo I've ever heard and inspired me in many ways -- Huge thanks to you for breaking it down and covering how crazy it actually is!!

Another monster episode. Thanks for all the hard work!

That was an excellent video describing a solo that really has class and style. Thank you Austin!

My favorite jazz drummer. thanks for featuring this piece.

Joe and Buddy were ahead of their time. Such a big influence for todays drummers.

Thank you for your brave and honest illustration of a great percussionist’s art. It helped me appreciate him even more.

Thanks Austin - added value. Great deconstruction and articulation.

Blows me away how he can have all that soloing going on and still keep that hi hit going on the 2 and 4.

Missed this series waay too much, great content!

Thank you! Great work at breaking this down.

Hey man! I really dig this study the greats series. It’s been awesome to see the constant growth of your channel and the great content that you are posting. As a fellow drummer and educator it really helps me grow musically as well! Thanks for your hard work! Keep up the great work 🥁🥁

The Art of Great Drumming. Awesome brake down of a classic solo.

Nicely done and thanks for doing this video.

Joe was a genius of time, and he made a magical sound on the kit. Dude you're no slouch yourself. I play guitar and I enjoy your work a lot.

Best drum solo ever morelo deserves a huge salut

So good. An amazing player. Thanks for covering Joe.

Your breakdown of Joe's drumming was fantastic! You explain things well. I subbed immediately.

I love this guy .... What great videos .. I've learned a lot from your videos .. thanks AUSTIN

Thanks for the upload and for sharing those insights. He was a classy monster!

This is an incredible analysis. VERY well done. Many thanks for this.

Joe is my favorite Jazz drummer!

Amazing breakdown. Thank you.

Nice! I was never blown away by the take-5 thing but I have to admit that this was impressive! Great video, Austin!

Awesome video Austin thank you so much!

Great playing from Joe and great work from you, Austin! Bravo!

Amazing solo! So clean and pounding 😍

Very much enjoy your production values, your drumming and your easy, laid back style. Side note...I was fortunate enough to attend a Joe Morello clinic at Iowa State in 1970, as a high school freshman and 4 year drummer, at the time. It was an amazing workshop that blew this kid away. One of the things I remember Joe commenting on was his drum stool. He said he preferred the non-collapsing 'container' ones for the storage capabilities and because "the collapsable ones...do." He also joked about being "the best drummer on my block. Hey, I worked New Year's, right?"

I believe JM has the only drum solos I've ever heard that held my interest the whole time, and even after multiple views

Bravo..not only a great tribute, but executed with great skill Austin..love ur videos..u make a it look easy..and it’s anything but!!!..ur motions are very fluid and controlled

Great video, man! Take Five is one of those pieces no ones wants to play at the jam anymore, but they don't realise you can still make it sound fresh. And hell those left hand triplets are hard.

Fantastic lesson Austin! Take Five is a classic. I think Joe Morelo is one of the most musical drummers out of all the greats. He seemed to play behind the beat.

Gettin slick with your editing! Great work as always man. You’re awesome.

The most tasteful drummer we have had, superb human being and player.

😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮 Joe morello back in the 50s and 60s was voted best drummer of the year in kodern drummer magazine most years...i saw him several times in a jazz club in the 80s...he was so good

Excellent analysis! Great job you did here! I just subscribed. I was fortunate enough to meet Joe, at one of my gigs. What a great guy he was! Absolutely gentleman & he was very complimentary. Can't wait to watch more of your videos!

I saw him in a clinic at the Navy School Of Music during the 80’s. I am still amazed by his technique! He was a GIANT of a SOUL! RIP!!! GOD HAS ALL OF THE BEST DRUMMERS!!!

Amazing analysis and commentary. Joe played solos with so much expression and musicality. Your playing is great. You would have made him proud. Peace.

good job Austin. Nice break down of one of my favorite drummers. Merry Christmas Austin.

Take 5 is just a classic... well done on breking down all the licks...😀😀

Awesome video!! your kit sounds great 👍 Thank you for that demonstration.

Good job Austin as always!!!

Man you do an amazing job! PLEASE make sure you will never end whay you are doing

I love this breakdown. Thanks for the video.

Real nice job breaking that down. Joe was SO sick..chops out the ass but everything grooves and swings.

That's an awesome breakdown Austin. Great Stuff.

wow Amazing solo by Joe Morello. drummers like Joe are great inspiration, great video time without seeing the great drummers studying thanks!!!....

Nice job man! Joe Mac who recently retired as owner of Eames drum company; studied with J.M. for 12yrs. Always inspirational to watch those classic videos. Cheers!

Great drummer. Great video. Thanks dewd !

Love Joe, definitely a master of the craft and really pulled me into jazz drumming with his style. I always thought that ‘bongo’ sound in some jazz tracks was an actual set of bongos... I figured it was dubbed, or maybe the drummer did some licks on bongos and then picked up his sticks for the set. Now I realize I’m hearing a snare played with HANDS! Amazing effect, and one I will definitely practice and add to my tool bag. Thanks for enlightening!

As his bass drum was creeping away, he pulled it back with his right hand, while never missing a beat. I first heard Joe when the album came out and he was immediately my favorite drummer. Over 55 years later, he is still my all-time favorite. Because of Joe, I switched from rock to jazz in 1966 and searched for a professional jazz drummer to teach me and I lucked out, being in the right place at the right time, to find someone who reluctantly gave me a chance. He said I was the only student he ever had because he never taught anyone. He was a lot like Mr. Miyagi in "The Karate Kid", who forced me to start with the bare basics and made sure I was sincere in my desire to learn. I never became a professional drummer but I have been moonlighting with professional jazz groups since 1967. Still practicing and still learning. Thank you, Joe! You planted the seed.

I usually dislike drum solos because often its more of a demonstration of speed. Conversely, it's absolutely wonderful to watch a master like Joe Morello used speed and technique as the means to power a musical and melodic drum performance. What a joy!

GREAT analysis and demo - THANKS!!!

Your job is awesome!! Great video

Thank you very much, Austin.

....and all that with the bass drum creep happening! That solo is so musical too! Thank you Austin.....your drums sound sweet!

Dope video man thanks for taking the time to break this Down! I’m getting by first drum set in over 10 years I can’t wait to jam out again !

Hey Austin, I'm 57 and studied with Joe for a year or two, around 1990. He was a good friend and a terrific teacher as well as a genius performer as we can all see in that video. Your analysis of his solo is great, it helped me break down some of the ideas in there and make it seem a little less overwhelming. The only really intense technical thing to reach for in this solo is his continuous/accented 16th notes in that famous left hand. It's a combo of finger control, a tiny bit of push-pull and just flat out work. He worked on that stuff MANY hours a day, any chance he got, and then used it in solos in a truly musical way instead of just some sort of athletic competitive nonsense--THAT was the greatness of Joe: it was all MUSIC, never just technical slick stuff. Thanks for your great presentations!

you're ANIMAL playing drums man! and that sound of yours is just awesome

Austin - Thank You Man! Great Teacher Hope you are well .

Great video. Morello was so good that when he was a kid he used to go up to drummers he admired and get them to show him what they were playing (he always had really bad eyes). They would demonstrate, and he would nod and play it back exactly, then twice as fast. One of the best technical players in the history of the instrument. Danny Gottlieb studied with him for years.

GREAT LESSON!!Thank you for this Mr Burcham!

I was lucky to take some lessons from Joe in N.J. in the 70s . He was the nicest, funniest,and caring person as well as a monster player . He loved kids and gave extra time alot . Just a fantastic and talented man ..

Joe is one of the greatest to ever breathe ... I recommend Brubeck live at Carnegie Hall . check out tune Three To Get Ready off that live record for some of the best brush playing you will ever hear. Joe was an absolute treasure with ridiculous musical sensibility and melody ... ideas for days ... technique to support all of that ... and was one of the only 3 players of the time who could not be left in the dust by the freakish physical abilities of Buddy ... the other 2 are Louie Bellson and Ed Shaughnessy. your videos are always fantastic Austin ... keep doing what you do for the drum community

Your snare sounds so good in this video! Love it. Great stuff as always man!!

Thank you for actually tuning your snare! So few drummers do that now days!

Hey Austin, Totally loved that man 👨 Joe Morello was a beast and left a great legacy to follow and try to emulate. Beautifully done and of course great playing 👌- very inspirational . Cheers and thanks .✌️

Fantastic video, really insightful as this is one of the pieces I'm performing for my final year performance at Uni and this video is a fantastic breakdown of his solo. I have had lessons from a guy who has studied with Joe Morello and this is a great break down of his phenomenal playing. Thanks bud!

Two amazing drummers!

This fella should be on top of everyone’s list.!.

Great job breaking that down. Thank you for your hard work.

Very nice, Austin. Joe would be proud.

Incredible! Well done breaking it down! I love the climax. Similar to Todd Sucherman demoing paradiddlediddle-paradiddlediddle-paradiddle for modern drummer in 2008. I’ve been in love with those patterns ever since!

Love your vids, playing and respectful professionalism. Best wishes!