5 Aspects of Charlie Parker's Articulation

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5 Aspects of Charlie Parker's Articulation

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I was going to label this "How To Do Jazz Articulation" or "How To Bebop Tongue," but the truth is that there are many different concepts of articulation. The style of articulation I have become the biggest fan of is Charlie Parker's. I remember in high school thinking, "How did he make his notes sound so... poppy?" as in the accents were so defined. This video uncovers 5 levels of detail that go into Charlie Parker's articulation. I hope this helps someone!
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@shendshillova6872 4 жыл бұрын

Why is Bruno Mars explaining me how to articulate Charlie Parker licks?

@chonkeboi Жыл бұрын

Why no comments on this post

@jockey101 3 ай бұрын

@@chonkeboi Yes

@Saxologic 4 жыл бұрын

I apologize for seeming a bit crazy in this. It was 5am and I hadn't slept. Heck, it's 2:20pm now and I still haven't slept. Let's go!!!!

@ABC97613 4 жыл бұрын

Haha its great! Makes you really stand out from the rest

@MrDamojak 4 жыл бұрын

Idk lol

@dobo7227 4 жыл бұрын

Go to sleep

@Saxologic 4 жыл бұрын

@@dobo7227 No

@MrDamojak 4 жыл бұрын

@@Saxologic yes

@liccmy2517 4 жыл бұрын

This video is further proof that transcribing bird lines, and snorting quality cocaine are essentially the same thing.

@TWO20 4 жыл бұрын

Cocaine? It’s more like meth.

@Saxologic 4 жыл бұрын

Good god 😂

@shgh2695 4 жыл бұрын

Owen Leeuwis more like Walter white meth

@docsaxman 4 жыл бұрын

That’s funny I wanted to write the same thing and i was shedding in the 80s LOL

@Lucia-kk4kn 3 жыл бұрын

Too much faso pibe!

@MiguelGebremedhin 4 жыл бұрын

Dude this is the first video I've seen from you. You have no idea how lucky people are to have info like this on a single KZfaq video. It took me YEARS to learn this stuff and you pretty much just surmised jazz tonguing in 11 minutes. Simply amazing tutorial with the right amount of cringe

@Saxologic 4 жыл бұрын

Miguel G “Right amount of cringe” hahahaha. Thanks man!

@danmcbmusic Жыл бұрын

Word!

@sknuts6429 4 жыл бұрын

Now that I scream while I’m playing I’ve noticed my articulation improving

@Saxologic 4 жыл бұрын

Hahahaha good!!!

@DaDarkGuy 4 жыл бұрын

That Cherokee solo changed my life no cap

@Joshua-gv1ep 4 жыл бұрын

Amen

@cjgreen4331 4 жыл бұрын

Charlie Parker is kinda trash tbh

@zenixrl_ 3 жыл бұрын

@@cjgreen4331 what

@brayanfelix8502 3 жыл бұрын

@@cjgreen4331 what????

@AEHcycling 2 жыл бұрын

@@cjgreen4331 what???????!?!?

@DavePollack 4 жыл бұрын

"Make it jazzy" might be the single worst phrase related to music. (great job!)

@Saxologic 4 жыл бұрын

I agree! Hey, we should do a video called “10 Things Jazz Players Hate Hearing.”

@DavePollack 4 жыл бұрын

@@Saxologic Oh man...I have a ton - that could be pretty funny

@Saxologic 4 жыл бұрын

Sweet! I will get back to you on this after my next 2 videos.

@The__Thunder__ 3 жыл бұрын

@@Saxologic a good one would also be "what's the fastest song you can play?" That's one for a musician in general.

@yatinolatino4314 4 жыл бұрын

The excessive screaming really helped

@markusfrey4256 4 жыл бұрын

...not really.

@christopherherrmann921 4 жыл бұрын

Well, I actuAAAAAAAAAAAAAAAlly .... loved IIIIIIIIIT!!!!!!!

@joshuahill4263 4 жыл бұрын

0:01 when you get possessed by your favorite saxophonist

@thenotoriusbp 3 жыл бұрын

saxist

@derycktaylor3677 4 жыл бұрын

This is exactly the information which I have been searching for, for years. Nobody has ever put it all together in such a step by step way. I am very grateful. Thanks a lot

@saxophonemechanic5454 4 жыл бұрын

👍👍👍

@RobertCulpeper 3 жыл бұрын

Same 👍🏾

@kentosalazar 4 жыл бұрын

i like how i’m not even a sax player but i still feel like this is very informative lol

@Basstaco69 4 жыл бұрын

You could be one though. It’s really easy to learn🤷🏼‍♂️

@pipingcoffee1778 4 жыл бұрын

This sounds very difficult... good thing I’m a trombone player

@pjbpiano 4 жыл бұрын

I agree!

@ivannazuniga2945 3 жыл бұрын

@Shivani B i know its been like two months but you shouldn't give up on sax. This video may seem hard, but with time, practice, and research, this stuff starts te become easier. Sax is a very fun instrument and tenors have an amazing sound :D

@Eramsay121 3 жыл бұрын

I’m a guitar player, I don’t even know what I’m doing here

@gooball2005 4 жыл бұрын

this is some chaotic good energy

@thewarhenk 3 жыл бұрын

While still a student yourself (aren't we all?!), you're already a remarkable teacher. While I wish a big career for you, given your talent and personality, I would hope that you always make room for teaching, because you have a great gift of communication.

@conradthe2 4 жыл бұрын

More of this late night content please. As someone w a mild case of ADD this learns me very well

@Saxologic 4 жыл бұрын

conradthe2 dangerous thing to tell me! Haha

@RipSnip 4 жыл бұрын

8:46 my jazz director always refers to ghost tounging as "doodle tounging" and often uses Clark Terry as a reference as he uses doodle tounging in his scatting, similar to what Jerry Bergonzi was referring to

@Saxologic 4 жыл бұрын

RipSnip Interesting! I think I avoided saying that because doodle tonguing is the same name as another tonguing method (an alternative to double tonguing where you tongue the reed going up AND down).

@ivansantiago8363 2 жыл бұрын

Finally, I found the video I’ve been searching for many years.

@hunteralexander9791 4 жыл бұрын

Please make more content like this. 5am is your prime time.

@Saxologic 4 жыл бұрын

Hunter Alexander This is a very dangerous thing to tell me 😂

@bread976 4 жыл бұрын

Glad to finally hear someone talk about Dood’n Tonguing in a video. I feel many jazz educators throughout my lifetime have failed to bring it up.

@jaykay1053 4 жыл бұрын

I have been obsessed by my annoyingly classical articulation limits! This video is perfect for me! Step 1, Step 2... Love it! Really helps. Thank you sooooo very much for your high energy and your demo and explanation of the dooden method. Awesomely helpful! BTW: Never apologize for your natural way of being. This is you - and you are great!

@Saxologic 4 жыл бұрын

jaykay1053 what a kind comment!

@posey2069 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t play saxophone and I don’t know anyone who does, I do know who Charlie Parker and John Coltrane is and I do listen to them. Anyway, I’ve been binge watching your videos for days now since I saw you on my recommendation page, because I find you funny. Now, the true question that’s been lying under my heart for days is: has anyone told you you look a lot like Bruno Mars?

@altoassassin 4 жыл бұрын

I was literally thinking about this yesterday

@shysaxguy 4 жыл бұрын

You make me feel like you're Dr. Emmett Brown if he chose jazz language instead of time travel.

@machu8243 3 жыл бұрын

Love the personalized commentary man. Making learning funny is great way to teach jazz and find success. Nice one.

@user-yw9mw9hv8o 4 жыл бұрын

crazy or not, it shows your character.. maybe? and i really like thatthe structure is still pretty good and your thoughts seem organized

@wrenclark4907 2 жыл бұрын

ur amazing omg. this is so interesting!!!! i really really love playing charlie parker even tho i can only play it at like half speed rn lmao. ill get there

@23leatherhead 3 жыл бұрын

The spaz-tastic sleep-deprivastic delivery of this lesson is what made me watch every second of the video. Made me immediately go get my horn out and adopt it....it works!! Always teach like this and I will always watch. Bravo, sir. Impressive. Thank you!

@benhostetler268 4 жыл бұрын

This is one of the best explanations for “Jazz articulation” and “ghost notes/muted tonguing”.

@SeanFuller 4 жыл бұрын

I loved your video and was inspired by it. I'm 54 and played in marching band so many years ago (until 1983). What I love is jazz and that sound. We were never taught to the level you are playing. I didn't even know it existed at the time, although my improvisation skills were pretty good and I touched on some of the concepts you are explaining here. I'm getting old and having CNS problems that impede my playing but you are still an inspiration. I love it when you go cooler and cooler until you just yell. That is so awesome. Keep it up Man. I have subscribed and plan to go back through your other videos. I love the saxophone so much! I love you for wanting to share with the world!

@andrewdeez_ 4 жыл бұрын

I don’t play sax, and yet this was one of the BEST fucking lessons I’ve ever watched.

@monkeymage1016 4 жыл бұрын

Man I love you, never stop

@theycallhimdan 4 жыл бұрын

Nice explanation. Important part of jazz articulation.

@mahteef 4 жыл бұрын

This is the first video I watch of you and you just earned a subscriber

@Saxologic 4 жыл бұрын

I appreciate that!

@sj.clarinet 4 жыл бұрын

Your sounddd *chefs kiss*. Thanks for another helpful video!

@andresavendano7681 3 жыл бұрын

Your information is very helpful. Makes the bebop music closer to me. Thanks.

@John-vh5ok 4 жыл бұрын

I’ve never heard it explained better. great job!

@bzalto 4 жыл бұрын

You have a great future not only as a player, but as a teacher!!

@lexabenoit756 3 жыл бұрын

Okay but this video was recommended to me at the perfect time since I'm trying to play some of his music. This man was INSANE. Also, I'm new to playing jazz music since I've always just been in concert band. So, I am just struggling 😂😭

@MrBoybergs 3 жыл бұрын

Without any doubt the most hilariously entertaining sax lesson in the whole universe; ever. Sooooo good!

@Novosax 4 жыл бұрын

Excellent video! It's nice to see this information presented concisely, and you provided and good explanation for ghost tonguing. Articulation is a level of the transcribing process that seems sadly lacking among younger players. I've seen many a saxophone student beating their heads against the wall trying to figure this stuff out even though it's right there in their ears.

@thomaschurch3379 3 жыл бұрын

Thanks I love hearing you play ! Your vid is very helpful .

@Panda-ej5sq 4 жыл бұрын

Love it on the off beat!!!

@Chryoss 4 жыл бұрын

Annnnd, I found myself learning again how to play bass clarinet with saxophones videos, thank you for all this awesome informations, you got a new subscriber !

@saxophonemechanic5454 4 жыл бұрын

No apologies needed. Seeing this real you is what makes the clip. I’m serious. The info is gold and the way you delivered it was platinum! Ya know what I’m sayin’ dude?

@nathan9392 4 жыл бұрын

Thank you, I have been wanting this video (I was also transcribing that same lick)

@mogothier2979 4 жыл бұрын

I find it really interesting how you really show in details how to ghost notes. One thing I really struggle to is harmonics because my teachers and people on youtube always just say to "open the mouth and really think hard about the note you want to do." If you see this, it would be so helpfull if you could do the same kind of video for harmonics. Go sleep now !

@catherinegoldspring1806 4 жыл бұрын

I’m so glad I found your channel! Was so clear, fun and I’m mind blown by the new technique I’ve learnt! Thank you KZfaq for sharing secret valuable knowledge to the common man

@Saxologic 4 жыл бұрын

Of course!

@bartlettish 2 жыл бұрын

I am learning to play the clarinet and recorder, but i really liked how you describe what you are doing and put some laughter into in for me too. Thank you, that was educational and entertaining margarita

@craigiefconcert6493 4 жыл бұрын

You were up all night practicing? That’s dedication! Subscribed from this one video. You rock!!!!

@bertrandrochat1108 4 жыл бұрын

Great recording/sound !

@camtron0 4 жыл бұрын

I like your energy man. Good video

@carlinevanderharg 4 жыл бұрын

Gonna try this, you make it sound understandable, many thanks!

@jonahcabral9693 4 жыл бұрын

Cool video! each one of birds lines/phrases are so different and complex especially with his articulation. Incredible

@grayfox3057 4 жыл бұрын

Dude you have a real talent for teaching let me tell you!

@xthatghomiex2939 4 жыл бұрын

This is awesome, thank you, dude!

@charleswilliams8979 20 күн бұрын

Excellent demonstration masterclass. Your playing is superb, wonderful.

@renaissanceman165 4 жыл бұрын

I love your instruction, Bro! Thank you for identifying the various tonguing techniques. I've played a lot of sax sounds and riffs that I like by ear, without having yet learned the techniques in my lessons. Thank you for breaking it down.

@mikeschouten4732 2 жыл бұрын

Your tone is stellar!

@luizmarcospedrosadesouza4371 2 жыл бұрын

Great. Thank you very much for the clarity in the way you explained and didactically show the whole process. You are a standout in the world of music and jazz that we love so much. Congratulations and keep being that unique human being.

@leobird8756 4 жыл бұрын

I usually dislike some aspects of most people trying to teach things on KZfaq. But this is gold

@bradnorman9430 2 жыл бұрын

Great video and great teaching technique....your students are very fortunate to have such an interesting mentor.

@l.j.2917 4 жыл бұрын

Thanks Saxologic! This video really helped me understand bebop articulation a lot better and I will definitely start doing the practice exercise you suggested!

@1millioncicades183 4 жыл бұрын

Very helpful video, thank you!

@isaiahhuerta9505 3 жыл бұрын

I’m imagining he’s in like a mall and employees are just walking behind the curtain like “wut the h*ck”

@Saxologic 3 жыл бұрын

LMAO

@miguelmendoza1969 4 жыл бұрын

this was great . really enjoyed this video

@danmcbmusic Жыл бұрын

Really well explained, thank you!

@Ted_DiSanti 4 жыл бұрын

Ayyyyye cuzzy just hit 40K at around 4:00 PM ET the day after this was uploaded, now it's time we see the MK licc compliation

@ericchang961 4 жыл бұрын

Bro you are hilarious, keep this ish up, its golden for rookie sax players like myself. Subscribed son!

@maddocjohnson 4 жыл бұрын

This is very reminiscent of Jazz trumpeter Clark Terry’s “Doodle tonguing” system. Check it out If you haven’t.

@elijahreyes7487 4 жыл бұрын

Watching this at 1:40 in the morning really brings out the screams every other minute doesn’t it

@jimcheek304 4 жыл бұрын

I'm currently lying in bed with food poisoning and this vid almost made me forget about it. Great job. Doodm all the way bro

@Saxologic 4 жыл бұрын

Jim Cheek Feel better now!!!

@Text.__. 3 жыл бұрын

Charlie Parker: How many coffes did you drink? Saxologic: Yes

@kilian7919 4 жыл бұрын

Dude. You have such an engaging, genuine approach to teaching, thank you so much for sharing! Subscribed :) All the best to you

@Saxologic 4 жыл бұрын

Kilian S I am honored!

@bertrandrochat1108 4 жыл бұрын

Coooool I like your crazy-a- bit presentation style The info is still present Keeeeeeep goint ! Pleaaaase 😆👍

@wyndhleodumegwu253 4 жыл бұрын

I adore all of it. You are one of the best instituteurs.

@gavinjoiner2153 4 жыл бұрын

Bro the screaming was honestly so relatable, you're truly a goon

@ivyssauro123 4 жыл бұрын

I don't even ever touched a Sax but this is so good, been here since day one

@pootrizz 4 жыл бұрын

Love the concise and easy to grasp explanations!

@vernonbrooks6890 4 жыл бұрын

I'm a guitarist but outta curiosity I decided to watch your video and was totally captivated by your humorous but thorough teaching style. Awesome! 🎶🎸🎶

@Saxologic 4 жыл бұрын

Vernon Brooks true

@AlexandroDiogenes 4 жыл бұрын

Amazing! Very nice video! Like the humour (ofc) and the structure of the whole idea you're presenting! :)) Niceeeeeee

@curtisvalle5141 3 жыл бұрын

Still grinnin', young man. Another reverse double twisted 2 handed home run. Bingo.... nailed it. Soup to nuts. Straight, no chaser.

@bitterspike 4 жыл бұрын

Those tips are amazing mate ! As a new player this helps a lot.

@jorisbuysse2038 2 жыл бұрын

Great stuff, very well explained!

@LindyHopparinn 4 жыл бұрын

Glad to find you Saxologic! You're a crazy guy and I love your content. Your methodology is geared up definitely for engineers like me. After going through many of your videos, everything about improv makes sense. Thank you so much and see you soon! :)

@rwjm2421 4 жыл бұрын

where were you when i was an jazz undergrad in '93? GOLD!

@martinpahnke9958 7 ай бұрын

Thanks a lot!! 3 years work guaranteed

@davidbarsic2010 4 жыл бұрын

Great video! Thank you!

@snadwich9352 4 жыл бұрын

Phenomenal job again 🙏

@Qladstone 3 жыл бұрын

I get it, he's yelling louder than his saxophone playing so that his neighbours won't complain about the saxophone since it's technically softer than the human voice!

@ranulkel349 3 жыл бұрын

Nicely played und explained....you are really adding value. In a fun way! :) So keep it up please.

@HayesProject79 3 жыл бұрын

I am just beginning my sax journey but I will come back to this one day. Sounds amazing

@npwind17 3 жыл бұрын

Excellent development!

@LiTaks03 4 жыл бұрын

I have been waiting for a video like this for ages. Thank you!!

@unclemick-synths 2 жыл бұрын

I never got close to the level where teachers might have talked about this kind of thing. Thanks for sharing.

@npwind17 3 жыл бұрын

May you be recognized as the fantastic player and educator that you are and your life will be abundant in music, finance, health, beauty and love! You are totally happening!