8 year old bass phenom, Aron Hodek jams with Richard Bona at 2019 NAMM

[@davidcudlip6587]

This kid isn't just a trained puppet. He grooves along with all the changes and can improvise with where ever the tune goes. Impressive.

[@chanfonseka8051]

puppets can do that too

[@davidcudlip6587]

@@chanfonseka8051 Yes but with strings attached or a hand up their butt.

[@uliuli201]

Your comment reminds me if Mozart. His dad DID treat him like a monkey. Having him travel all over Europe...which indirectly contributed to health problems that caused him life long issues. But...both are wonderful musicians.

[@luizmoares9473]

A inveja mata.

[@andrevilaca6469]

what's this song's name?

[@KendrickCreates]

He's not just playing notes. HE KNOWS WHERE HE IS! I hope he keeps the passion for decades to come

[@theomc1488]

Whats the song name

[@iblindsamurai2677]

TheoMC14 the chicken

[@shaniac1]

Just how I feel about him !

[@ItalyHart]

This kid is good on the way to be great. To hell with all those that gave a thumbs down.

[@RobbyBoy167]

played bass longer than his age but he is way way ahead of me.

[@vanessacolewilkinson1668]

The child has talent, chops and taste. Talent never blossoms without work. He works.

[@TheSlandis]

The smile on the kids face! I hope it lasts forever.

[@GenePerry]

Yeah, that's the best part. Good show Aron!

[@daveydoodle1916]

Sean Landis On Both faces

[@younkinjames8571]

The best part! Yes!! Freakin adorable...I don't care who you are...

[@jackzango427]

He's a musician, it probably won't.

[@bassguitarriff1651]

I have a new favorite bass player, Richard Bona. He made 8 yr old Áron Hodek feel comfortable on stage, and his smile is contagious. You just see/feel the positive energy emanating from this man.

[@bonham728]

I always tell people one of the greatest gift you can give a child . Is introducing them to MUSIC!!!!!!

[@khanyekl]

When I was his age, I was closing fridge doors slowly to see if the light switches off.

[@pkosh1]

Did you ever find out?????

[@voornaam3191]

At that age I composed 8 voice fuga's. But nobody understood. Nor did I. What is equal temperament, again? It still bothers me. How can one stand those shreek chords?

[@lakalaka9436]

I did that yesterday 😁😉

[@savoyaepps646]

Lol

[@Astro_Kidd]

Yesss

[@christopherrodriguez7229]

richard bona. good person. good bassist. great human

[@richmerrill3940]

Chris Rod Drums I met him once. He was one of the coolest people.

[@vladiinsky]

"Good bassist", more like a bass Beast!!

[@budree4240]

Chris Rod Drums you can only pick one.

[@thisismoc]

I had the pleasure of teching Richard for one gig only, he was by far one of the coolest, nicest, just overall best artists I've ever had the chance to work with. Great guy. Great player too!

[@MaxieWolfe]

What I work as, oh, I’m a pro at being a hewman totally not alien

[@frankmageean6027]

I see things like this and I remember how wonderful people really are.

[@markharris7695]

AMEN to that.... we are better than we sometimes behave...

[@kingmightyquinn07]

You got it Brother! Stronger Together!!

[@shina779]

Yes A handfull of people CAN be AT TIMES .

[@Marcus538]

We should all be doing this , playing with kids having fun , the world would be a much better place

[@masterchu8044]

Yeah we are fkn savage lol

[@YouzTube99]

Áron's playing is impressive. And props to Richard Bona for encouraging him and giving him the spotlight. Wonderful to see that kind of kindness and generosity in an established artist. Speaks to his confidence and qualities as a person and professional.

[@billville111]

When I was his age I went to the hospital with a bean stuck in my nose.

[@BaddaBigBoom]

Bwahahahahaha!!!

[@danmiller2940]

Holy crap, so did I when I was just a few years younger.

[@adintyaannasaidhiakharisma5202]

when i was his age i have a problem to poop , seriously

[@The4syyth]

lol, when i was his age i cant even eat without water. i know it's weird but yup thats me

[@kimtearenthlei479]

😂🤘🤘

[@onek1dneywonder1]

Honestly it brings tears to my eyes seeing the way they look at each other and smile while they're playing

[@emilianohasan]

I agree I've felt exactly the same...that's spirit connection man!

[@KyVirgo23]

Same!!!

[@Is..4110]

I love watching videos like this... It's wonderful to see accomplished musicians take time with kids and to nurture their creativity.... I can't help but wonder if they honestly realize the positive impact they're having on these kids lives.... It's a blessing for me to watch..

[@henryhill1876]

Yes it is it's a great blessing to see it!💯💯💯💯💯💯

[@aronthebassist.]

Thanks for your love and support being a good fan of mine and a good listener of music. Keep on loving my music and God bless you ❤️🙏🎸

[@camphope9344]

No matter the age, race or gender, music brings everybody together

[@reynaldogarcia643]

Amen to that!!💪🏽🙌🏽

[@jackrobitt8029]

exactly

[@bigkahuna5445]

E-YES BROTHER SAY IT LOUD!!!!!

[@kennethdavy4051]

Mike Kline that’s why I love music👌🏿

[@SuperFlanders123]

Spot on!

[@RevealerOfNow]

"Hold my juice box, I got this"

[@franksmith7419]

OK, made me laugh, nice

[@daviddowneyshannon]

That is funny brotherman.

[@lennartlemmyandresen5164]

😂👍

[@jwvandegronden]

That brought tears to my eyes! Man, best joke ever. Kids are so damned cute. Got one myself and I love how kids are always “on” to learn new stuff. This kid is awesome, but the band is so generous it hurts. Shared love for music.

[@randyjohnson8366]

Lol

[@kamsteele]

This young man is phenomenal. He’s definitely got the talent to go places for sure.

[@aronthebassist.]

Thanks for your love and support being a good fan of mine and a good listener of music. Keep on loving my music and God bless you ❤️🎸🙏

[@Paul-ww8my]

most of the time i hate videos of these young “phenomenons” but this kid has an actual natural gift and great groove. i love it

[@jacobmarianoguron9333]

The kid held tempo the whole way, crazy lol

[@Wally-H]

Yeah, The basic Chicken riff isn't that difficult finger-wise but it's easy to lose your place if you don't concentrate. This kid has it all on point and can keep it going for as long as he needs. that's impressive at such a young age.

[@daveshort6568]

Tone, too.

[@CharlieCNN]

2024 anyone😂

[@renemael09]

@@CharlieCNNYeah

[@canturgan]

It's nice to see humility, generosity and encouragement from a seasoned musician to a very young and talented one.

[@bootsontheground1388]

That kid is loving that. Look at the eye contact and smile. This was cool.

[@zibbezabba2491]

Damn, that kid has everything he needs... staccatto, jazz, mojo, confidence... the world is your oyster fella.

[@slapslicks7531]

His hand positioning is also another major plus I noticed. he is relaxed with his right and the fingering is perfect on the left.

[@chironjo]

@@slapslicks7531 That's what kills my playing at guitar and bass. I am so damn tight.

[@WeTubule]

At least the increasingly shrinking portion of the "music" world that cares about and uses musicians.

[@wackyruss]

Shuck it, cover it with Tabasco, and slurp it down your cake hole- the World that is!

[@robertsmithers9059]

next stop, chicks...

[@HarshTruth]

I absolutely dig how they play TOGETHER, how they take a few moments here and there to push the little fella into the spotlight. This is fantastic.

[@crete23]

I want to be this kid when I grow up..

[@nicetusfelix2657]

hahahahahahahaaaaa

[@EdwardChen88]

May your wish come true, my friend !

[@zal8424]

Wait......

[@emma-pb7xq]

Benjamin Button

[@mandaedemavivas9625]

you want to be a kid when you grow up bruh?

[@jimquicksilver442]

Never mind the like button, where's the love button. That was awesome all round. What an amazing young talent.

[@HeronCoyote1234]

It was a pleasure watching this! I loved the little smiles Aron had while playing. It’s obvious he and the rest of the band were having fun. So Aaron is eleven now. Gonna check out YT for more current stuff.

[@BennyTygohome]

I like how they play together, making eye contact and smiling. Really enjoying the music they are making.

[@danrdgreen]

I used to taste different coloured crayons at that age, I was convinced they had different flavours.

[@tornoutlaw]

And do they? I would't like to have to go to the trouble and get some, just because you brought up that question and are withholding the answer.

[@danrdgreen]

@@tornoutlaw I'm not going to spoil the surprise for you but my favourite are the red ones.

[@dismalrealms3587]

@@danrdgreen lol

[@LiTTLeDizZyUriNe]

“BUT IT SAYS ORANGE!”

[@alanrothsman1751]

"Defense!!! Defense!!!!!!!"

[@jsgovind]

Richard Bona's smile and positive energy when he plays amazing bass grooves and solos is a gift to all of us. The kid is also very skilled and had so much fun on bass. What a wholesome video!

[@gordonowens7794]

Liked the way Richard Bona related to the boy, musically saying I'm old and you're young but these guitars make us equal!

[@BernieHolland-w4l]

You got it !

[@JaQba91]

Gordon Owens Thing is not in „i’’m old and you’re young”. Also not in „guitars” - thing is in skills, technique and maturity.

[@jonbrown2402]

Bassist to bassist...Don't ever stop playing little brother! Your parents are serving you well! May your family be blessed!

[@christhornton4410]

This is soooo cool to see all these young kids playing so well on KZbin! This application has brought so much music to so many people and gotten so many into music. Keep up the great work Áron Hodek!!

[@vstrings]

This is absolutely priceless, thank you SO much for filming and sharing it! I just love the way Richard Bona welcomes Áron and shares the spotlight with him. A true Great! And the way Bona's jaw drops at 2:52 is so sweet. The Genius and the Child Prodigy, indeed.

[@samueldiengdoh1505]

I love his smile

[@aronthebassist.]

Thanks for your love and support being a good fan of mine and a good listener of music 🎸. God bless you 🙏 🎉

[@elmanitasdeplomo]

Insane how effortless it looks when he plays. I think he’s going to become one of the greats.

[@deirdremorris9234]

So stinking cute the way he smiles and jamming with everyone.

[@7ouka84]

Look at the young boy smiling 😍

[@michaelcronin1197]

Bona couldn't have been a better host, and the interaction between those two was priceless. I loved Bona's reaction to Áron's harmonics at the end; totally caught everyone off guard! Great job kid!

[@daarchitec6686]

This young boy in 10 years is a legend with focus... I'm just flabbergasted at the hate ppl display bcus their lack there of. My gosh.. The kid is nice.. stop hatin!!!

[@congerscott6064]

That's so cool, a memory that boy will never forget 👍.

[@tigersteele9552]

I LOVE TO SEE THESE CHILDREN SO INVOLVED WITH MUSIC!!! MUSIC IS SO FULFILLING IN YOUR LIFE.....BRINGS PEOPLE TOGETHER!!!!!

[@devilishwolfie6975]

WHY ARE WE SHOUTING?!

[@arrjee9474]

Tiger Steele There was a time when it was a normal part of our scholastic upbringing to be introduced to music and learn to play an instrument.

[@davidjessee7701]

Aaron is like " the song don't end till I end it"😝😝

[@raul6039]

This is one of the coolest happy feel good vids I’ve seen in a long time

[@Mrsrchy17]

Little man literally kept that thing solid the whole way through! Go Áron!!! 🙌🏼♥️

[@dr_karl]

I cant take the smile off my face listening to this! this is just magic! I love the song and was fortunate to perform it with my boy on bass guitar. Magic when I see the generations come together!

[@aronthebassist.]

Thanks for your love ❤️ and support being a good fan of mine and a good listener of music 🎸. God bless you 🙏

[@christopherwashington663]

The funny thing is, that young man is smiling while playing a piece most grown, gigging bassists wont touch! Amazing. The 'God Spark' at work.

[@Jromestrings]

Most grown gigging bassists would crush this but the kid is definitely highly skilled

[@franksmith7419]

God spark? Praise Jesus?

[@Wally-H]

Actually The Chicken isn't that difficult to play for a reasonably accomplished amateur bassist but for him to nail it so well at his age, in this kind of pressured environment, is very impressive.

[@DrainedGaming]

@Dan Dan holy shit guy. im not religious, but you're just as fucking bad as everyone else you think of as religious

[@joeltarnabene5026]

@@DrainedGaming No he's not. Most of us are pretty tired of religious people injecting their personal beliefs into all conversations on the internet. It's especially disrespectful to this young man who probably have spent thousands of hours practicing his instrument. You are taking away from his accomplishment by attributing it to god.

[@williamcorcoran8842]

Very impressed with Richard the way he helped the kid get started and didn’t blow him away. Richard is genius. He helped the boy stay on tempo measure by measure.

[@EricBlackmonGuitar]

This little guy is amazing and if you disliked this video you are not.

[@kevinr3655]

I dislike

[@honkytonkinson9787]

@@kevinr3655 why?

[@mycardamit]

@@kevinr3655 You are efed up and do not understand the beauty of all things and music ! One sorry dude !

[@TheBigKid_fb]

Eric Blackman!!!!! I watch your videos!!

[@MoeSlislack]

@@kevinr3655 kevin is green jelly.

[@ab-zg8pt]

Damn! Little man got it!! He's going to make a difference in this world someday

[@TJ-ip9bs]

Thanks for the SMILES watching these two guys plays is AWESOME!!!!

[@nightchairrecords8655]

Man makes me almost tear up making him feel welcome and get In his comfort zone not trying to upstage him just jamming like he’s with any other top tier musician. Mad Respect ✊

[@orcokiwo6703]

Richard Bona is my new favourite human being. 👍👍👏👏👏👏👏🍻

[@bakermark6891]

I love this little rascal!! And he actually has a great swing to his playing style. A few more years of listening to amazing players, and learning his craft, this kid's gonna be well known. I admire young talent. God gave you this gift kid...

[@ivanriverooo]

More importantly than anything else, he is 1) having fun and 2) not having the wrong attitude. More kids like this one, please.

[@thealphanoid6160]

Hey everyone look, those guys are speaking to one another through music!

[@bradfordnlandry]

@ 2:54, Richard's response to the bass groove is priceless. Go Aron!

[@jakumbo6410]

Brad Landry dude holy shit that was smooth

[@TheDrunkenMug]

I know, i saw it too. Hahah awesome stuff

[@georgebuck2517]

Met Richard at Kuumbwa Jazz l gave Joe Zawinul a painting before he passed as l did to Jaco. The love music admiration exchange is phenomenal. Aron's got the prodigy gift from God. Bringing some joy into this horrible world .Wonderful way to begin my day. God bless y'all. Much love.

[@Happywolfwoman7189]

Oh Holy Mother of God & all that is talent in this world. Geez Louise...I teach & yes, I am sure that this young one (who's age doesn't matter) could teach me a thing or 2...continue to come from the heart...always. What a blessing to have the next generation being given such gifts. Hell, I know people my age that STILL don't know what they are to be doing in life. Bless ya, Aron! Keep it up. Play play & play always...keep tappin' in. Keep this "connection" in your life.

[@kirkwadi4365]

I love it, he understands the conversation exchange, watch his eyes. The next Felix Pastorius.

[@slapslicks7531]

I was thinking the same thing .. i was more impressed with his communication skills (eye contact and such) than his actual playing (Which was phenomenal)

[@slapslicks7531]

Got to appreciate that tone too

[@realfranklove]

TRULY inspirational seeing these three up there! The kid is a natural with GREAT rhythm, timing AND memory! Keep it up!

[@BeaRrug66]

I love it when they get the kids involved. That kid will remember that moment for a long time.

[@RodZilla11]

I don’t know how they squeezed 240 years of musical genius into a 8 year old’s brain and body but WOW!! 🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾🙌🏾

[@oluwafunsojoshuaawolusi5447]

😢🎉

[@aronthebassist.]

Thanks for your love and support being a good fan of mine and a good listener of music 🎸. God bless you ❤️ 🙏

[@toddtucker323]

I hope to be able to play as good as Aron some day and I am a 46 year old beginner.

[@ansuajo]

Oh good I'm not alone in starting out late

[@Slynell1]

keep practicing brother

[@Sajid4423]

It's never too late

[@scorpeez]

I don't feel bad now i'm 41 just starting. But I do play trombone, keys, and sax also.

[@tonylevin3622]

Started at 50!!

[@sjdj408]

Little fella says we don’t finish till I say we finish!!!

[@constructivecritique4049]

Meanwhile, back at the ranch......

[@jusmogrannysboy]

Lol. He doing it..... in the pocket...

[@IVARus]

Haha:) yeah

[@exwhyz9367]

True..😂

[@Jperryprincess1]

These 3 playing together, best thing to hear waking up. Awesome skills & adorable

[@Blackphyre]

LOVE THIS KID! Just have fun and groove is all in his playing!

[@PaulScherdell]

That kid will be legendary.

[@PaulScherdell]

Chris Squire, Geddy Lee, Victor Wooten, JPJ, Tal Wilkenfeld, this kid.

[@jeffwyatt2256]

Already on his way!

[@aljoschawolff4069]

Bonat is such a great guy! Love how he gives everybody a good feeling with his vibes. And the young aron is a brave guy to be playing right nett to such a legend!

[@ericrobinson7184]

2 Bass players in love with the craft is a thing of beauty to behold!

[@dennissmith4834]

Just an awesome, happy video, music spans the years, a stage full of happiness, amazing jam session, well done Aaron and respect to Richard and the band, I just love this.

[@theovercomershow2761]

This young boy is going to a super star. He is so talented ❤

[@11hoosier11]

Yes, Richard has a great expressive, happy smile to go with the kid's great expressive, happy smile. Someone!!!!! Take a still, I'd put it on my wall.

[@Xx-xd3zo]

Man, before they even make a real sound, the smiles on their faces before they even play? You know it's going to be good. It was. Lol.

[@spookytaco666]

Richard could cause world peace with that smile, charisma and bass playing.

[@furiousstiles]

I thoroughly enjoyed that. I love the chemistry between musicians during jam sessions. I hope the young brother goes far. Good stuff!

[@jamescox36]

I'm ashamed to call myself a bass player after watching this kid. I am not worthy.

[@NoUseForAName0626]

😂🤣😁 same!! 🤣🤣🤘

[@intensewordsessionswithnic7314]

Lol dude

[@aaronj.brooks1977]

😂😂😂

[@hjisaac30]

🤣

[@wordpressguy8893]

**Nice one, years back, i tried learning the bass guitar without success** seeing this little kid play bass reminds me of those day. Keep it up boy!

[@trevorlindsey580]

Richard is such a wonderful person. He encourages all players, and you will never meet a nicer soul. Oh, and he can play!

[@etapper]

"Oh, you want to jam? Hold my milk." 👏👏👏👏 Way to go, Aaron!

[@Sylvester_Kim]

That boy's smile is so precious. 💜💜💜

[@jarvicomondi1689]

This kid @Àron is the next big thing.. @Richard Bona got love for your skills man. This was great video for every bassplayer to watch.. Thanks for sharing🙌. I enjoyed every moment😊

[@BlackRootsAcademyOfSoul]

Had great fun with Richard Bona and that very guitarist Ciro Manna when I hosted them in Uganda. Good Souls. ✊🏿

[@marshallross3373]

Bona and Manna are both very talented. Never heard them before. So many great musicians out there.

[@fredfloyd68]

Ahhhh you guys are great...Jam on..The real gem is the older bass player allowing the up and comming bass player to jam and not over playing.Excellent bassman..

[@cryptohalloffame]

the drummer was going to play as well, but he missed the bus from his preschool...

[@shaniac1]

🤣

[@edwillfourie4280]

😂

[@Baard2000]

Saxofoon player had his dipers changed ....and got brest fed..so missed the jam session too....😁😂😵

[@adintyaannasaidhiakharisma5202]

@@Baard2000 get out

[@tumisomarebane2536]

Lolest

[@TheStevehow]

what a lovely man richard is.aron will always remember this :-)

[@preachernw]

This kid is so serious about it I love it 😀 holding it down like a professional

[@Bayo106]

This has got to be the most legit prodigy I've sseen on youtube. The stuff he was doing was LEGIT professional playing

[@coajrmusic]

Such a positive space was created, allowing the young man to flow...

[@MoromoMusic]

Funny how many times they tried to end the song

[@postemup1459]

The kid's like "you brought me up here we're gonna jam"!

[@voornaam3191]

Have you never jammed yourself?! That is pretty normal. There are always new improvisations. That's why it never stops. Duh! Is that funny? Hmm, could be.

[@NotOfThisGod1]

I love how in the pocket the kid is and they make him feel wonderful with the limited embellishing they do. Super good guys!!!

[@aronthebassist.]

Thanks for your love ❤️ and support being a good fan of mine and a good listener of music 🎸. God bless you 🙏 🎉

[@GailBecker-MSED-CM-Author]

I just saw him on another video and was super amazed by his soulful expressions as he played. That's how you know the rhythm is in the soul, the expressions come naturally.

[@trkrla5113]

Gail Becker...So very true! I believe we all possess that musical rhythm in our souls!

[@aronthebassist.]

Thanks for your love ❤️ and support being a good fan of mine and a good listener of music 🎸. God bless you 🙏

[@gitasingh1437]

This was absolutely wonderful. Thank you for posting.

[@nedmodelo1988]

Beautiful collab. Props to the youngster. And also to the gracious professionals.

[@adv536]

This kids going to be sitting inside of studios and rooms, that most will never see on the inside. Keep it up young man. Got a great life ahead you.

[@patrickazuka1211]

Thank you for preserving music by inspiring the young ones. I wish I had this privilege growing up. Every path of me was musically induced, but none could spot them. I'm glad with the little skill on my harmonical and my lead guitar.

[@MickeRamone]

Im pretty sure I still ate sand when I was 8

[@leonwallace1459]

HAHA!

[@bowserjr9175]

Lol

[@wildtatz]

Whahaha

[@rafammbass]

I still eat sand at age 33

[@aningbekaychannel62]

🤣😂🤣😂🤣😂

[@emmanueltruchet9719]

In France we say bonnattitude! An humble real virtuose! Richard Bonna puts African aura of his person in World first class jazz. Wicked

[@k5vg]

Hey, dudes! Thanks for showcasing this kid. No doubt we'll be hearing from him a lot as time goes by.

[@The_sinner_Jim_Whitney]

Having played for about 20 years, and having played this tune about 11.4 trillion times, this damn kid is almost better than me at it. He can't have been playing more than, what, 3 years? He's got such good attack and all those ghost notes and everything, plus taking cues on the fly like that, what a badass! I was still playing with dirt and sticks when I was his age, haha!

[@diogojosecostafilhocosta1318]

A blessing from God, with this potential, even being still a child, at only 08 years of age! Congratulations!

[@myblueheaven4424]

Diogo José Costa Filho Costa or hard work and dedication. Sky daddy had nothing to do with it

[@TylenolSamurai]

precious , love of music leads to love of everything and everyone. Look at the faces , absolute joy

[@wendy___777]

That little boy's smile is priceless. And the way he's looking at his mentor for approval and encouragement. He just needs the stank face, is all. Beautiful partnership if only for a few minutes.

[@Hogman666]

And this is why Bass is the best instrument evevever!