" Last Night The Moon Came" Jon Hassell

Extrait du concert donné par Jon Hassell au festival Jazz Onze+ à Lausanne en octobre 2009
Realisation Miguel Octave

[@erickborling1302]

I believe Jon Hassell was the most important jazz trumpet player of this time. All the other jazzers have been playing last-century's jazz. Hassel, by contrast, continued the jazz tradition of moving forward and innovating. I can hear the tradition of jazz in all of his playing and writing.

[@trevorsanders5303]

One of the most beautiful pieces of music ever written.

[@Burt472]

True dat

[@wilhelmzeisser232]

i don't think it's writen, it's played. And yes, i agree.

[@Burt472]

@@wilhelmzeisser232 First written / composed then played...

[@davel.9467]

Rest In Peace And Exquisite Sound, Dear Jon.

[@irishcowboy42]

This quartet is a reason why i still i have a great belief in the love of music, why it should matter and in the greater scheme of things, why it should resonate in the heart and soul of all those who care about the simplicity of what life means. You listen to something that pulls at your heart and try to apply it to your thoughts and dreams, a simple philosophy that integrates and inspires. The cast of Jon, Elvind, Jan and Kheir-Eddine create the most wonderful sound that evokes the belief that i have.

[@Burt472]

Agreed and thanks from Italy

[@rr7firefly]

This performance remains for me one of few things on KZbin that I consider exceptionally wonderful, i.e. full of wonder.

[@electraazteca6002]

So we’ll said.,. well look at the music, that’s inspiring you

[@kineticmusic5462]

RIP John Hassel. I'll be playing this magnificent piece over and over in your honor.

[@rossturcotte419]

rest in paradise Mr. Hassell, keep on jamming in the fourth world. 🌈🌙

[@edwardgivenscomposer]

It’s the old rule that drunks have to argue and get into fights. The lover is just as bad: he falls into a hole. But down in that hole he finds something shining, worth more than any amount of money or power. Last night the moon came dropping its clothes in the street. I took it as a sign to start singing, falling up into the bowl of sky. The bowl breaks. Everywhere is falling everywhere. Nothing else to do. Here’s the new rule: break the wineglass, and fall toward the Glassblower’s breath. - Rumi

[@tulrob]

I commented on this video 9 years ago. I am still a huge fan of Jon Hassell and he has 2 new albums out for 2020...an amazing musical genius....this movement is so awesome ....my mind flashes through my entire life like the pages of a book

[@erickborling1302]

As a jazz trumpeter I say with confidence Hassel wears Miles Davis' mantle of jazz-eldership. This is the Kind of Blue of the 21st century. He never plays a tasteless or indulgent phrase. A good man/musician plays the silence. The young lions thrash about with twelve-tones as though playing craps.

[@Burt472]

Agreed and agreed

[@kineticmusic5462]

He released his best and boldest albums IMHO in his 70s and 80s.

[@ottmarsoulier7432]

Indeed... His two last Pentimento albums are great. Jon made music like a young spirit with lives of experience. Sorely missed.... 😭

[@erickborling1302]

Listening To Pictures and its companion album are inCREDible! And also very loud. Everything about them including the engineering was so incredible I'd gladly pass away if I'd accomplished that myself.

[@jamespaddy812]

I heard this on the radio recently and I have to say it's the most beautiful piece of music I've ever heard

[@1pichurra]

I met Jon in the 70s in Rome famous L’Attico gallery, he later came to visit me in Caracas, met him many times in NYC to loose him a long time ago, I would love to see him or hear from him again💖

[@Burt472]

@@1pichurra Lucky you, amiga...A greeting from Trento, Italy

[@electraazteca6002]

Sometimes this piece just creeps up on me when I’m doing something I can hear the trumpet in the beginning and that beautiful ostinato of those two notes just going over and over again, beautifully done

[@nightflyght5102]

La musique de Jon Hassell nous invite aux merveilleux voyages, comme le sommeil apporte son cortège de rêves.

[@newanatolia]

Rest in peace sweet Jon. Losing you and Peter Freeman in one year is too much. The full song title is "Last Night The Moon Came Dropping It's Clothes In The Street" from a poem by Rumi.

[@vonzo55]

This is one of the most beautiful ambient pieces I have heard

[@Burt472]

My feeling exactly....A greeting from Italy

[@erickborling1302]

It survives thousands of hearings and never gets tiresome. I grew up in a fam of superb musicians and as a jazzer I endorse your endorsement on an evidence-basis.

[@foldsfissures2397]

A sad loss but his soul and beauty will always remain in the breadth of music he gave us. R.I.P

[@Burt472]

Enormous, undescribable loss indeed........A Genius

[@IanMcCausland]

RIP Jon thank you for everything

[@argegio]

Jon Hassell (Trompet, Keyboard) Eivind Aarset (Guitar, Bass) Jan Bang (Live Sampling) Kheir-Eddine M’Kachiche (Violin)

[@baysunb]

R.I.P. Mr. Hassell! Thanks for sharing your soul!

[@martinespinomusic]

I recall hearing "Dream Theory" in Malaysia back in the 80's and going "what the heck is this?" Very cool...

[@docnelson2008]

This magical music never fails to move me -Jon will be missed RIP

[@jrjrauche5271]

There is never a crowd on the leading edge. The sublime transfers the mind into the soul; acres of sky;-)....

[@thayermanns4286]

Never heard him until 1 hour ago:my loss now my gain.

[@dwmc102555]

Mesmerizing and transporting as usual. Cardboard music, good calls: Jon Hassell (trumpet, keyboard) - Eivind Aarset (electric guitar, bass) - Jan Bang (sampler) - Kheir-Eddine M’Kachiche (violin) (personnel taken from Onze+ festival website archive. Mr. Cadam, I couldn't agree more. Had the good fortune to meet with Mr. Hassel a couple of times here in Chicago after writing about his work -- huge fan since 1981 when studying musicology and journalism at U of Michigan. Thanks for posting!!

[@rr7firefly]

Mr. dwmc -- do you know which album / CD this is on?

[@markbrooks4471]

Simply astounding sound piece, I am still listening to him after first hearing Fourth World Possible Music when it came out in the seventies. Thank you to Brian Eno for introducing me to that fantastic eastern horn on that record.

[@Nastyoff]

IMHO the Fourth World cannot be found on a map but is instead located between Mr. Hassell's ears, as well as between those of any who hear this or MAARIFA STREET or anything else he's done since EARTHQUAKE ISLAND. Thanks for posting this.

[@tulrob]

Jon Hassell is a genius....this is really beautiful arrangement...just amazing stuff

[@evilmoif]

So, so incredibly beautiful. I bought the album yesterday and I think it has to be the best album purchase I've made in a decade.

[@moolieporchers7629]

I have to agree with you it is one HELL of an album , but I do like this track the most . The french have a word for this thing : puissant.

[@rr7firefly]

Album name?

[@Rafveniozo]

@@rr7firefly 'Last Night the Moon Came Dropping its Clothes in the Street'

[@10dennis10]

@@rr7firefly It's a line from a poem by Rumi which is entitled The New Rule.

[@rr7firefly]

@@10dennis10 Thank you for that info.

[@garyruppert8186]

So damn near to perfection, it's almost perfect.

[@Burt472]

Totally perfect to my soul and ears.....

[@katemurphy1915]

I have been listening to Mr. Hassell’s music since I was in college. Thank you for the brilliant music; just about the soundtrack of my life.

[@andygroves2147]

Rest in peace, Jon. Every note you played was beautiful.

[@Burt472]

I'm more than sure he''ll keep playing superb stuff also in the other dimension......

[@martinespinomusic]

Some off the most beautiful music, like this, I've ever heard comes from Jon Hassell = He had a real grip on what can only be a dark, cool and elegant expression...

[@markbrooks4471]

A sad farewell to that haunting eastern trumpet sound. So long Jon Sat 26.06.21

[@Burt472]

Such a huge loss for music

[@billperryman6783]

A haunting sound, which i first heard on a late night music programme on BBC Radio 3 in the UK about 12 years ago. I love the hint of Jazz, it's tempting to think it's the opening music to a film which has a scene with rain pouring on dark, cobbled pavements somewhere in Edinburgh, a streetlamp is reflected in a small, shimmering puddle, footsteps come and go, soft voices seep from a shabby window and there's a hint of a sharp intake of breath.......

[@synoneiro]

I've been a Hassell fan for 17 years now but this piece in particular puts a spell on me. I HAVE to see him live...

[@M8Lfan]

Sublime. Jon Hassell continues to inspire me after all these years. His music is truly a blessing.

[@jkris2361]

I first heard him playing on the Talking Heads album Remain in Light almost 30 years ago.( Adrian Belew is a young monster on that album, also) I knew right away he was special. Beneath the Eastern splitting of the octave, I also hear a type of Miles Davis' In A Silent Way on this. He has also done some incredible stuff with Brian Eno. Perfect music for doing stuff without any words to remind you of basic mundane Earth. Put it on and give your outer mind a rest and let your inner mind have fun in the beautiful playground it will rarely get to experience.

[@donskoller9505]

well said!

[@Burt472]

Agreed...He is special...The Musician I got to love most in the last 12 years

[@ottmarsoulier2345]

I met Jon Hassell once after concert. I was thrilled. Very relaxed guy and friendly. Over eighty now and still interesting. Molvaer, Truffaz, Henrikssen all great, but Jon is the master

[@rr7firefly]

Wonderful comment. Thank you for taking me to a special place.

[@v.rudeboy9829]

RIP Jon Hassell 27th June 2021

[@FrankieRockett]

As always, Jon Hassell has found another world, and given us all a passport to go there too. Thank you so much for posting this.

[@neugestalt]

Absolutely magical..... I do not have the skill with words to ever do this enough justice.

[@Burt472]

Agreed....Same here....A greeting from Italy...I'd have loved seeing him in concert.....

[@neugestalt]

@@Burt472 Yes. He’s the only musician that I really regret not having seen. Most annoyingly for me, I once declined the offer of an overnight drive down to London to see him and have regretted it ever since. My friend, who knew him moderately well, kindly got him to sign my copy of ‘Last night the moon…’ at least, but I deeply wish I’d just asked for a couple of day’s leave from work. Greetings from Edinburgh!

[@jackm2263]

I first heard this piece on a tv show I watched a couple years ago. To this day it remains one of the most beautiful pieces of music I’ve ever heard.

[@conspiracyco]

true understanding of the colour of sound, this is the city shadows

[@jeanjax80]

amazing! Jon Hassell is a genius!

[@Burt472]

Si lo e'....Un saluto da Trento

[@rr7firefly]

@@Burt472 Siamo d'accordo. Un saluto degli Stati Uniti.

[@rr7firefly]

I just have to comment on your comment. Yes. Yes. And to add that your name is itself a piece of music. A beautiful group of 7 syllables.

[@emilianolopez7381]

Uno de esos enormes magos del sonido que siguen por ahí, sin hacer mucho ruido; pero si mucha nuez, llevando la música a los confines posibles de la belleza.

[@Burt472]

Realmente asi.....Ciao desde Trento, Italia

[@alanlegge696]

An extraordinary piece of music from an extraordinary musician...RIP Jon

[@manglosc]

I sincerely hope I'm being as creative as Jon is when I'm that age.

[@weargon2909]

Endless respect for Jon. Rest In Peace

[@giancarlodaloja]

Che roba e'?? Un viaggio nelle memorie ancestrali di quello che eravamo e che ci ha condotto al presente

[@JacqBLUEjay]

A fan for decades. Your music Jon has traveled with me and made me travel.

[@Burt472]

Same here....

[@GoshSnobo]

Could not be said better. Same here.

[@scottkania594]

Beautiful, just beautiful.... Rest in peace.

[@Punkrow21]

I heard this on college radio at 2 am while half asleep. I though this was the music that dreams were made of. I was on a different planet. In the realm between awake and asleep this album really busts your moorings loose.

[@mikeduckaudio5401]

This is amazing. I only discovered Jon's music through hearing him on David Sylvian and Tears for fears albums. What a Sad loss 😢

[@vitoragra4203]

He lives through his music. And he left a large amount of work.

[@christinapeter1001]

Wunderbar bescjreibt den mond und die mysterien

[@MrGutfeeling]

I sadly only discovered Jon Hassell about 2 Months ago, so beautiful and I wish I had heard some back in the early '80s. Music streaming service algorithms are good for something!

[@johnbarnas879]

I had the honor of being in the Performance Space at Wexner Center audience at Columbus, OH during this 2009 tour. In my 40 plus years of live musical listening experience I consider this performance my favorite, hands down.

[@VirileDelphic]

Jon Hassell is incredible. Another artist who effects me the same way is Jeff Greinke, "Cities in Fog 1 & 2". Listening to both these artists' music while driving (portable isolation) collects the surrounding environment into an emotional event, regardless of what is happening. However, moody weather does help. What a treat to see this performance clip.

[@anjoyplanet]

Fantastique d'évocations... un RAVEL MODERNE ;-)))

[@zenofmusic]

Thank you for the music...

[@sirusella]

profound and beautiful... love & light

[@alphonsomartinez8235]

When a musician can take you away with his music that's more than genius

[@Burt472]

Agreed

[@daysfordays678]

I'm glad music like this exists. It really pushes the boundaries of what we know as music. This was my first introduction to John hasssell and after hearing the rest of his stuff I have to say, it's definitely good.

[@catherinekerever6877]

Magnifique !

[@ujjaya1]

In my last ambient sitar concert I must acknowledge the tremendous influence of Jon Hassell .I make indian music the same way he makes jazz.More technically speaking , the simple use of a pitch-shifter at the fourth always give strange melodies.

[@thewordofgord]

Intriguing to hear of your "altered" Indian music, Ujjaya. Is any of it on KZbin?

[@ottmarsoulier7432]

Pitch shifts is indeed very special. Jon often used multiple shifts creating chromatic chords. Really his thing. He did this mainly with Eventide effects. But his embouchure in the mouthpiece in combination with the scales (very Indian) and pitch shifting make him so unique. Sad he is no longer with us.... His music stays though ❤️

[@markbrandus]

I purchased the digital album a few years back, and thought it was all studio work. I am quite amazed to see this performed live.

[@dM-ij1we]

I have just got the digital album too and a few of the tracks on there are also live. Sublime stuff!

[@ilfigliodelduca]

one sound , a unique sound !

[@baloulule]

in fact one of the most exciting and beautiful compositions I ever heard

[@rimantasslip]

really , supper FANTASTIC..., i`ve been a J.H. fan 30 years... about.

[@drbartleby3]

This is a great morning alarm song

[@michaelkrestan5483]

this is absolutely amazing ...electronic and analog/acoustic soundscapes create a sound you will never forget....thank you , Jon!

[@anjoyplanet]

Absolument..... Hypnotisant de BEAUTÉS ♥♥♥♥♥♥♥

[@Comokena]

SUBLIME!!!..Jon a la eternidad!

[@Burt472]

He turned 80 on 22 March...Happy belated birthday, Jon!

[@NicholasFoti]

holy doughnuts this is so awesome how do I only find out about this now???

[@H3yluisito]

Lo escuché en radio UNAM y es una maravilla su música.

[@marklines2599]

BRAVO!!!! Aurallly orgasmic as ever, Mr. Hassell.....

[@Burt472]

You said it perfectly.....

[@gianpaoloperanzoni7229]

Grazie Jon

[@shawnbruce6934]

Just Wow! I'm just starting to understand Ambient Music.

[@vagifrzayev280]

Legend, Rest in Peace!

[@stephendmmepag8528]

Génial et captivant.

[@katemurphy1915]

Astonishing music; leaves me speechless.

[@Burt472]

Same here...A greeting from Italy

[@baloulule]

pure beauty ......paired with wisdom

[@crozwayne]

Played tonight by Stuart Maconie on his freak show on BBC 6 music 27/10/19

[@4Jeffomatic]

I heard this for the very first time last year on the "Echoes" progressive ambient music program on National Public Radio. It was just after midnight and I was on the highway, driving in and out of patches of thick fog. Needless to say, the music and circumstances suited each other *perfectly*.

[@katemurphy1915]

Utterly brilliant. Thank you!!!...

[@rosadeluz8753]

beautiful music... Namaste.

[@thewordofgord]

Of course I have Mr. Hassell's records and cd's, but this is exquisite! Thanks for the upload.

[@Burt472]

Jon Hassell is a Genius... Nuff said.

[@dimitriskaraganis]

Amazing concert..!!! 🦋

[@FrazeonStekowiec]

awesom is not enough. and the sound quality from live show - really Swiss! I'm in heaven.

[@26021461]

i always associated Hassel to drive on the night .

[@anjoyplanet]

I LOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOVE IT

[@cardboardmusic]

thanks.

[@Rouxxars]

Gorgeous piece of music.

[@AmbientShrub]

Thank you, I will graciously accept this sonic wisdom

[@robsprowl5610]

Thank you so much for this. Merci. Gracias.

[@kevinmooreiii7827]

This is what it 'Sounds Like' when 'GOD IS WATCHING A SUNSET' !!! Big Up to 'Jon Hassell' and 'Fellow Group' !!! Big Up to 'Miguel Octave' for posting the 'Track' !!! Thank You !!! Cheers !!! One Love :o)

[@migueloctave5966]

+Kevin Moore III Thanks Kevin ! I shot this concert at Lausanne in 2009 : This part was a powerfull moment....

[@kevinmooreiii7827]

Lucky You..... Great Videography !!! Cheers !!! One Love :o)

[@Burt472]

Lucky you....

[@kevinmooreiii7827]

'Blessed' !!! :o) Have A Good Day Or Evening !!! Cheers !!! One Love :o)

[@orlinoflores7317]

and comforts . . . higher state of non perfection in a dream .

[@podfunk]

Terrific live sound.

[@edwardgivenscomposer]

Elegant frisson. So lovely.

[@shlomobatain975]

magic

[@paolo0164]

...meraviglia!

[@larryurbon9550]

Beautiful piece of music. Just gorgeous. But, can one even imagine these artists performing this way in the USA, what with at least two of the "band" members manipulating electronic gadgets? I'd LOVE to hear it, but could it ever happen?

[@egidblezer9452]

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