Phish - Anatomy of a Jam - 8.17.1997 Bathtub Gin

Phish - Anatomy of a Jam - 8.17.1997 Bathtub Gin - The Great Went

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In this video we'll put Phish's famous Went Gin under the microscope in order to see how the band collaboratively shapes a legendary jam from beginning to end. Chapter timestamps & a link to the transcript are below. English closed captioning is available within KZfaq.
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Chapters
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0:00 - Introduction
0:56 - The history of "Bathtub Gin"
1:34 - Connections between Trey Anastasio and George Gershwin
6:22 - What is a Type 1 Jam?
9:38 - What is a Type 2 Jam?
13:37 - Exploring Trey's Improvisational use of Theme & Variation
15:52 - How Each Member Aids Harmonic Development
17:37 - Analyzing the peak of the jam
19:05 - Exiting the jam
20:15 - Final thoughts
No copyright infringement is intended, I only use video/audio portions of Phish's official content and other publicly available content to educate and inform fellow fans and musicians.
Proshot & handheld footage of Phish was uploaded by KZfaq user LazyLightning55a.
Proshot footage of the orchestra performing Gershwin was uploaded by Akademia Filmu I Telewizji. Performance credits are as follows:
Maja Babyszka - piano
Henryk Wierzchoń - conductor.
Recorded at Pomeranian Philharmonic Concert Hall in Bydgoszcz, June 21, 2015.

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@amarguitar 6 жыл бұрын

What jam would you suggest for a future episode of Anatomy of a Jam?

@AJMasko-xo6zk 6 жыл бұрын

Split Open & Melt 12/31/99

@blakekenney8079 6 жыл бұрын

amarguitar simple 7/15/17

@BlackMath69 6 жыл бұрын

kzfaq.info/get/bejne/odNigM-E1NrMepc.html

@joblesscowboy 6 жыл бұрын

fukuoka twist > jam

@wharf_rat8096 6 жыл бұрын

I'll add two I think would be awesome - Hood from 12/31/93 and the Chalkdust from Camden 7/10/99.

@PhantasyKingpin 5 жыл бұрын

I have always felt like "jam" was a language I could hear and understand but not speak or write. This is like the Rosetta Stone of improvised music and I think it may be the key to world peace.

@albumreviewwithgregpotters8095 Жыл бұрын

I’ve been a musician for 34 years and I don’t think I’ve ever seen anything as interesting as this. I am certainly a fan of Phish and I was there that evening when they played this. It is a memory I will cherish forever. The fact that this jam, this specific jam has lived on this long is beyond exciting. Great job Amar. This is superb.

@jackstraaw33 5 жыл бұрын

This is like 30 for 30, but for Phans. Freaking awesome! Thank you so much!

@noturnleftunstoned72 2 жыл бұрын

I have the head of the burnt effigy from WENT in my living room lol. I FULLY remember this Gin and it left us all truly in tears of joy. The whole fest was bonkers.

@ello_ello_ Жыл бұрын

i think you deserve some kind of award for your productions . cheers

@MrYatesj1 4 жыл бұрын

I am speechless, not by the boys amazing musicianship but by your analysis and beautifully pieced together video mini documentary.

@PettiMusicStudios 6 жыл бұрын

dude - unbelievable analysis - and incredible video editing. well done.

@soyounoat 2 жыл бұрын

In my opinion, the most perfect note ever played by Trey is heard in this video @ 18:31 (happens over that one second). It's the twisting howl that ends that long whirling climax. 25 years later this Gin still gives me ecstatic chills. Excellent choice Mr. amarguitar.

@therealtimshields 5 жыл бұрын

This is unreal. Well done. Love the Gershwin crossover/history lesson.

@ThomasAlanRugg 5 жыл бұрын

Most bands spend years creating songs to be proud of...Phish has created several dozen, practically on the spot. That is the answer to why people travel several hundred to thousands of miles to see them.

@mawilbur42 Жыл бұрын

Went was my first Phish show and over 25 years and 100+ shows later, this Gin is still my absolute favorite. Others come close, but this one always stuck because of the fumbling recovery by Trey and Fishman. It is just a beautiful jam. Thanks for breaking this down the way that you did! Great video!

@smbedzyk 5 жыл бұрын

I listen to the went Gin on repeat (4:44 - 14:44) daily, sometimes for hours on end. I didn't know I could appreciate it anymore than I already did. This analysis is a fantastic portrayal of Phish as a whole through one little pinhole of a jam. The musical history lesson, tying in Rhapsody... I had no idea! 10/10. Thank You for making this.

@jacobp7006 6 жыл бұрын

7:55 this is why Jam Bands are just the best and especially Phish. They listen off each other and they now have diffrent codes and movements to show when to move on or stay or when to change tone. Its insane!

@PhishyBongwaters 4 жыл бұрын

This should fall under "best guitar lessons ever"

@py1te 5 жыл бұрын

To this day my favorite weekend of seeing the boys live. This Gin is my all time favorite jam. Electric.

@blakenorman4822 3 жыл бұрын

There with you, the sound there was different than anywhere else I've been, it just seemed so open and booming, cant really describe it, like the old saying just had to be there

@moheganson 3 ай бұрын

1997 was best year of Phish

@patrickmcnally4495 5 жыл бұрын

Dude I just had an insane emotional response to this video, and the breakdown within. Literally almost crying at my desk at work. Beautifully analyzed and expertly put into words, what I feel during those moments. Bravo

@pwebb34 3 ай бұрын

I cried.

@jacksonsneed7689 5 жыл бұрын

Unbelievable analysis!! Also, your statement at the end: "Because it's never just about the notes, the chords, the scales, but it's about our ability to come together and appreciate the magic . . that they create." That's a great way of summarizing that indescribable feeling you get when you're at a Phish show, be it the 1st, or the 127th. It's that feeling that's so hard to describe to someone who asks you: "so what's a Phish show like?" We always end up telling 'em some variation of: "You just have to experience it." Thank you for this PHANtastic video!! Sub'd!!

@AtomicHarpua 4 жыл бұрын

This is so well done. Nice job. When someone wants to know "why Phish?" ... this is what I'll show them. It's why I've always called them musicians' musicians.

@NotRightMusic 6 жыл бұрын

Wow man - that was really something else! This video alone just might have the ability to turn some people onto Phish. Or at least help many understand what's going on. I love this "Anatomy of a Jam" idea. Top editing as well. Drew me in from beginning to end and taught me a lot. Now I think I'm gonna go listen to some Great Went!

@nf3126 2 жыл бұрын

Totally #$@%!ing agree

@lzylightnin 5 жыл бұрын

I teared up a little at the end.

@vyomdeepansh 6 жыл бұрын

I'm gonna be honest, I had no idea what was this video about and I was not really into Phish. After watching the video, I'm really tempted to learn their technique, style and I feel a little more intelligent. Thanks for these great videos, man.

@johnfunk7568 6 жыл бұрын

Vyom Deepansh : I just discovered Phish 6 months ago and I stopped learning keyboards and went back to guitar because Trey opened up so many landscapes for me to explore.

@vyomdeepansh 6 жыл бұрын

I know right!

@travisalexander7302 6 жыл бұрын

all of the members are powerhouses...

@JoeBoomerMusic 5 жыл бұрын

Greatest band of all time.

@brucebrandy9433 5 жыл бұрын

@@travisalexander7302 perfectly said, spot on.

@Piperredworm 5 жыл бұрын

You are my new favorite you tuber. Your educated musical perspective adds to depth of understanding the “IT” of Phish. Blessed to be present for this event, thanks to some amazing friends, your insights help me understand what happened. I bet you are a monster musician. Your production level is off the charts, I can’t wait share you amarguitar.

@itoaraziofficial5048 4 жыл бұрын

This. Was. AMAZING. Thank you. The musical knowledge of this band is unparalleled.

@jazzbluegrassdead 5 жыл бұрын

I can't believe I only just discovered this gem of a video. My son and I are avid Phans. Placing Phish within the history of American music is brilliant and so insightful. Gershwin! I understand now why my 60 year old lady self is loving this band so much.

@jackaro2 Жыл бұрын

I was there ;-) Pushed to the front for one set... transcendent. Afterwards, we're walking back to camp and my buddy Ted says "Trey didn't hit a sour note! Awesome video. I didn't know about the Rhapsody connection.

@blakenorman4822 3 ай бұрын

I was there, the air way up there just felt different that weekend, the music just seemed crisp and clear, oh and the parking was second to none too

@gottajiboo40 4 жыл бұрын

Wow. I'm 43. Saw my first show in 1993. I was present at The Great Went for this jam. I've listened to the Went Gin a million times since. However, your incredible analysis of this jam made me feel like I was hearing it again for the first time. Excellent work on this. I'm surprised I am just now stumbling upon this, 2 years later.

@danielnamm9063 6 жыл бұрын

Hey, never commented on a KZfaq video before but had to on this one...I've watched that Went Gin video 100+ times over the years. As a musician and avid student of Phish shows, it was truly remarkable to see you break it down this way. Must have taken a lot of time and effort. Excited to follow your channel more closely, and keep up the great work - lots of people enjoy it.

@phishphan49 2 жыл бұрын

dude how does this not have more views - i don't know the music term and you explained something that i love brilliantly and understandably. 90's phish was something else.

@ts7303 6 жыл бұрын

Concept and execution of these Anatomy of a Jam videos are great- do more of these!

@bryanwinchell2485 6 ай бұрын

Man, this was such a GREAT video----the production, the narration, the musical teaching, the cultural appreciation---I could go on. All I know is I'm glad I watched it. I'll keep it in my back pocket for friends who are open to learning more about what makes Phish so great.

@gratefulzen4232 6 жыл бұрын

Wow Amar!! Another fine example of your ability to dissect a very special phish jam, not only theoretically but also historically. You have something very special here in these videos, I've noticed it since day one and I can't wait for the next one. Seriously man, thank you...

@stevesarro5719 6 жыл бұрын

This version still gives me chilly bumps. Top notch improv, it doesn’t get any better then this. Whisks me back to the Went every time I hear it. Thx for the dissection, fascinating stuff!

@berryseinfeld6772 3 жыл бұрын

Finally a non cringe Phish KZfaqr. These are GREAT vids.

@brbadge Ай бұрын

Oh god I cringed the whole time. It’s fucking basic as shit. The only thing that saves this piece of garbage is Treys inspired playing.

@danvivian6018 8 ай бұрын

Not sure how this just showed up in my feed 5 years later (thanks algorithm) - but this is awesome.

@Bulldawg1975 5 жыл бұрын

Incredibly well done! Wow. Thanks for all the hard work, and one of my all time favorite improvisations.

@jameshaff6574 6 жыл бұрын

This is really awesome man, love the history behind the song! Keep up the great work!

@johnbilbo8639 Жыл бұрын

This is my favorite gin ..ive had this song stuck in my shity disc player ..so i listened to for 3 yrs driving all over the country whether i liked or not ...i ended up loving it ..it became my road song ..i still jam it every fuckn time as i shove off for another adventure...thank u for the video

@bpcionek 6 жыл бұрын

Outstanding. One of the best videos I’ve seen in a long time. Can’t wait for the next installment.

@MikeOBrienSDDeadHead 3 жыл бұрын

Wow! Dude, thank you thank you thank you so much! My whole life I've been listening to live music and am an average guitar player. Have always been at awe and appreciated watching pros like this have a conversation on stage. my brain has always been able to recognize the shifts and the changes and the natural reactions that come from it, but the way you broke it down and explained it is one of the coolest things that I've ever seen I appreciate it so so much. It definitely has put a lot of context to what I had felt all along and I'm so glad that I stumbled across you. I've subscribed and now plan on watching many of your videos you are awesome thank you

@BackcountryBanter 6 жыл бұрын

Man... what a great breakdown. Everything was so well done. Can't wait for more, thanks!

@hanger129 6 жыл бұрын

Amar, these videos are incredible and have allowed me to experience and understand Phish in a whole new way. This video in particular makes me so excited to have tangible evidence to the things I hear in these jams but can't quite articulate. It has also helped me appreciate the members of the band in a way that I didn't before. I've known they are expert musicians but to see the actual evidence of how they drive the jam in a new direction or support one another's improv is so rewarding! Thanks again and keep up the great work!

@magickbeans 2 жыл бұрын

This is the best video on the internet relating to phish. I went to music school. This is gold. I just can't even. Dude thank you!!!!

@nbaxe 5 ай бұрын

I love this video so much. Revisit it every couple years. Thank you!

@ItisTripp Жыл бұрын

@amarguitar, PLEASE do everything’s right from 12-30-18 the last 4 minutes is truly the greatest improvised piece. GOATED

@iamthetoe 5 жыл бұрын

So good...takes me back to this unforgettable moment in time. Thank you for bringing it back!

@Taylorxswifte 6 жыл бұрын

Awesome anatomy of a jam Amar. Excellent video production. Really well done

@PlainLamp 5 жыл бұрын

I kept putting watching this video off... that was the best video I’ve seen on improvisation EVER! Thank you 🙏

@Sou1So1di3r 6 жыл бұрын

I am absolutely in love with your channel. I LOVE the theory in it. Can't wait for more!

@Moblar4 2 жыл бұрын

thank you for making this! beautiful analysis

@mywire 5 жыл бұрын

This breakdown takes me to a new place. I was there in 97’ going crazy but you explain this in a way that makes me see what I was hearing. Unreal breakdown of an amazing song

@TheSexualJesus 6 жыл бұрын

Great job dude! I was at that show. Super interesting to hear the performance broken down by a musician. Cant wait for more!

@trinocular 6 жыл бұрын

please keep doing these!! this was fantastic and totally fascinating.

@scotdempsey3897 5 жыл бұрын

Good work my friend. As someone who was there and it was amazing. I've been chasing that jam ever since that day.

@giarc0 3 жыл бұрын

I still watch this video at least once a week. What a fantastic video and explanation.

@blakekenney8079 6 жыл бұрын

Dude your the man!!!! The way you break it down is genius!

@equa Жыл бұрын

Great breakdown, I really appreciate thoughtful explanation of theory in this wonderful jam.

@Fenderman123 6 жыл бұрын

Unreal how much this has helped my playing. Thanks.

@coltinb7155 6 жыл бұрын

You do such an amazing job defining what Phish is all about. Thank you.

@travissweny6031 5 жыл бұрын

did not think I would watch this whole thing but this was absolutely fascinating

@treywilkerson9620 5 жыл бұрын

Thank you for explaining this in a way that I can understand.

@markhoyt13 6 жыл бұрын

Love this video, thanks. Always knew that Gordon note was the turning point of the jam but didn't realize the specifics. Great explanations. Been self taught for 20+yrs but really appreciate this in depth explanation.

@brightspark8900 3 жыл бұрын

Such a great video. What a way to start the day!!!

@rustystrings0908 6 жыл бұрын

this is absolutely incredible , please make more videos like this!!!!!

@GhostFace8 6 жыл бұрын

Dude another gem! I can't tell you how much I enjoy your videos. Thanks for all your time and hard work putting them together. Phish and playing guitar are my favorite things in the whole word, so your channel is like the ultimate hangout for me. If I could control what was on tv now a days it would be this exact kind of stuff. Thanks again! I look foward to some trey tutorials soon? ;)

@thomasbenwall7110 5 жыл бұрын

Epic jam, awesome video. Thanks dude!

@easytoslip 3 жыл бұрын

I like the sub sections you added. This is still one of my favorite vids of yours

@iTomAnks 6 жыл бұрын

This is incredibly well done! I'm looking forward to more analyses, and I'd love to see a video of the Tahoe Tweezer analyzed

@brianterrill1071 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome, I really appreciate this. Thank you

@revfunk8823 5 жыл бұрын

These are always simply astonishing

@kennymeola3511 3 жыл бұрын

Beautifully done!

@ryanjones4150 Жыл бұрын

This is great. It's something I can share with people to introduce them to Phish to understand partly what they are about. Steve Lillywhite, who produced Billy Breathes, described they way they improvise as being similar to how a flock of birds flies together. I like that. I always say that I'm not a Phishhead, I just like their music, but I think I am becoming one.

@mgf11000 6 жыл бұрын

This was just absolutely awesome. Thank you so much for taking the time to put this together. Really impressive stuff. If you are looking at possibilities for a future Anatomy of a Jam, perhaps one of the all time great YEM jams: 06/11/94. That jam cooks from start to finish. Again thanks so much for doing these, I'm really digging them.

@jamesboyd985 5 жыл бұрын

Outstanding job

@troyvan6952 4 жыл бұрын

Outstanding video

@PhishPicksGuitarLessons 5 жыл бұрын

Awesome breakdown!

@peteconnell4436 5 жыл бұрын

This made is cry. You are unbelievable

@scottpitner4298 Жыл бұрын

These takes on their art are great!

@Uncle_Remus420 4 жыл бұрын

So incredible. Thank you. My composition degree feels useless now!

@TylerHoff 3 жыл бұрын

Solid insights into the magic of this music! Thank You!🙏👍

@iamthebuddha 3 жыл бұрын

This is awesome. Amazing work.

@jushyd6734 Жыл бұрын

This was awesome. Thank you

@brianhendriks1257 6 жыл бұрын

Nice work Brahmen.

@kenannand1870 3 жыл бұрын

Well thought out.

@CuThUlUiSbOsS 5 жыл бұрын

I conclude with all of the other comments, you fucking killed it on this video. Great job breaking down an otherworldly jam

@johnfunk7568 6 жыл бұрын

Thanks again Amar!!!!!

@thbrad19 6 жыл бұрын

Well done man. Thank you!

@illegalsmilez 9 ай бұрын

Good Lord this is incredible stuff

@Lauretm 5 жыл бұрын

This was just really well done.

@RumpleRonHogan Жыл бұрын

"...spontaneously craft a masterpiece out of thin air" 👏👍

@evilsponge7 6 жыл бұрын

this is brilliant.

@kendraandthebunnies 5 жыл бұрын

how am I just now finding you!! Thanks a mil

@samidot2463 6 жыл бұрын

fantastic video

@atamagashock 3 жыл бұрын

That was as epic as The Went Gin itself!

@DanielAllenLuka 6 жыл бұрын

this made me happy in the best way

@Acolis 5 жыл бұрын

wow awesome video. ive never been intersted in music theory before like this!

@maxwicker7824 6 жыл бұрын

When and where can I buy you a beer? Please keep these coming!

@LexTomKy 5 жыл бұрын

So very well done, dude. I hate to say "those of us classically trained know this", but we do, and it's why we love going to shows. We may not know the exact modes they've moved through or even know exactly how the development got us to whatever point in the jam, we know they are following true music theory, not just a wondering jam. I knew it the moment I started listening to them. I wonder how many of us are classically trained/got degrees in music?