Dave Brubeck: Take 5 performed in 1972 - HQ Stereo Sound

Dave Brubeck, Gerry Mulligan, Paul Desmond, Alan Dawson and Jack Six performing Take 5 at the Philharmonic in Berlin on 4 November 1972.
I found a copy of this video on KZbin and realised it was the exact same version as that from 'We're All Together Again for the First Time’, one of my favourite Brubeck albums - so I decided to have a go at synchronising the audio from my CD. Not an easy task as they were different lengths (I listened to both audio tracks simultaneously and altered the video to fit the CD sound when I heard phase shift). The video quality was not great to begin with but I am delighted that I found it.

[@THEalfalfa1]

look at those faces, these guys arent just having the time of their lives, it’s more like time doesn’t even exist

[@marksimpson2321]

Dawson's solo is just out of this world. The time he keeps is amazing throughout as he seamlessly brings the group back in.

[@markklein437]

Those drum sticks ‘bout to burst into flame.

[@susanryan2451]

Still loving this after over 50 years 💋💋💋

[@guitarzan34]

The absolute most classic jazz composition.....EVER!

[@keithsoifer3079]

One of the Top Two songs ever released in jazz history. From one of Top Two albums ever released in Jazz's top year.

[@amusicment4829]

Damn, that’s some absolutely amazing drumming by Alan Dawson 😲

[@paul7673]

I thought the same thing! When I was a kid, I would listen to the drum part over and over and over.

[@TRUESTORIES-YT]

Love how Dave takes a time out to enjoy a private concert by Alan Dawson. Dave always enjoyed making quality music and it showed on his face.

[@williamfeilhauer]

How right you are

[@NormAppleton]

He let the other guys play

[@edsenior]

@@NormAppleton He enjoyed listening to the other guys playing!

[@fransvliegen]

What a super version of Take Five, with a rare full solo of Dave and a super drum solo. tairs

[@2calvaria]

while in high school in the early 70's i went to a friends house after school. music was raging out of his basement. we went to check it out and there was this band practicing for the newport jazz festival in rhode island... my friend was alan dawson jr. exposure to this band up close and personal changed my appreciation for music for life.

[@raymundostille7426]

Great story 👍

[@donnaluch4344]

How awesome!!

[@donnaluch4344]

I would have loved to come home from school to this great music.

[@pbwbrian53]

@@donnaluch4344 I’d have died on the spot.

[@keithsoifer3079]

C`Mon. Seriously. SIC..

[@francescoceoldo-lonelyproj5813]

The best version of take five ever heard!

[@HelpMeFindTheseSongs]

Better than the original recording? No.

[@larafimghezzi9248]

Absolutly the best version

[@billniland5997]

I was there, first time Brubeck played after taking time off to compose Cantada/....riot broke out involving those outside the park, 1 person died, the gang attacked the stage as Bruebeck played, Alan Dawson came on my radio program to discuss what it was like from his vantage point, and me from mine...we were both scared out of our minds...Thanks of posting and keeping the memory alive

[@ktbayarea]

Oh my word WHAT!? I’m sitting here on a Wednesday in sf laughing, I could never see this happening in 2024… what a story that must be

[@edsenior]

The fist time I heard this version of Take Five, I wasn't sure about having two saxophones. By the third time I listened to the performance, I was hooked!

[@alexboyd2895]

That bit, at about 12 minutes in, when the boss stops what he's doing to watch you, with a big smile on his face. Joe Morello will always be the master but this is awesome.

[@gee3883]

Wow what a version first time i've heard this. Dave looks great grinning from ear to ear during the drum solo.

[@gixxerboy555]

yes,Dave was proud and amusing..nice to see.. :)

[@SuperBullyone]

He was stoned, that is why he was grinning.

[@jbrethel]

I hope so!@@SuperBullyone

[@serjvartanian8567]

As good as this will ever get. RIP and thanks for the memories.

[@hirschowitz1]

Marvelous..... to cheer up a depressing Sunday morning in midtown Manhattan...... thank you. Miss Jenny

[@suegha]

Wow! I've listed to 100's of versions of this, but this one is breath taking, the best yet. How come I haven't heard this until now?!?!

[@rachelhudson8362]

Timeless insurmountable. Incredible 😊

[@gixxerboy555]

Don't forget that this awesome drumsolo is performed...50 years ago.. :)

[@MrAschiff]

That was amazing. That drum solo was OUT OF THIS WORLD!!!!!

[@josefbruckner7154]

MrAschiff, indeed not even in the whole universe you will hear such a great drum solo. 🙂But I hope you also have listened to Tito Puente's live version (also on KZbin).

[@michaelhayes690]

Nice. Thanks. I was lucky to study with Alan.

[@mortenkristianhansen-ha6715]

People are imo kinda missing the point here. The real poetry is in Paul Desmonds play. Amazing!

[@egbert-janboetkreiken4241]

Alan Dawson master musician and drummer . His creative taste , technique and fluidity is a class of its own. Great great drummer. Do not compare drummers too much and who is best , Dawson is the very top and totally inspiring. Who is better Rembrandt, Picasso , Goya , Velasquez, Van Gogh, Manet ? Limit it ,respect , enjoy and assess them in their own right.Must have been fantastic experience studying with Alan Dawson, his book is also excellent.

[@gixxerboy555]

don't forget Master Joe Morello..the original drummer and founder of this song ;)

[@majkizbajjki5505]

Exectly

[@marshmanmusic]

I studied with Alan for a year in 1974. A very sweet man.

[@roneman20]

It’s difficult to say “best” when it applies here. “Best” is subjective, a percussionist may not have the highest skill set, but maybe his style just hits a person in the right spot. I think Paul Desmond and Dave B are the best, I’m sure that there are some fair and logical arguments to say otherwise. I love what Allen does here though, the whole vibe makes me jealous that I wasn’t there!

[@stelmara111]

Simply brilliant, music as music should be played by some of the very best.

[@luizamsalgado]

Five Musical Geniuses Taken By Storm of well... TAKE FIVE!!! The Five are taken...by music! Fantastic how after the Wonderful Solos of Desmond and Mulligan Great Dave is on fire! And then it is up to Dave to set drummer and bassist on fire as well! Sixteen minutes of Jazz Beauty fo Musical Eternity! Loved it!

[@jamesedwards2237]

Absolutely correct!

[@donnaluch4344]

Lately, I’ve been starting my day with Take Five. Great day from here!!

[@davidwarren4569]

Who needs a big drum kit? Man that is the essence of syncopation right there

[@slicksnewonenow]

You ought to have seen Morello do it.... He had HALF that .

[@larochelle5994]

Wow....fantastic drumming, and these acrylic drums sound amazing!

[@tritrimyte2287]

CLASSIC & One of a kind. True musicians !

[@quarkraven]

Barry if you see this, excellent job with syncing the higher quality audio. It was well worth the effort, and I'm grateful.

[@larochelle5994]

@Tom Arabia these could be exactly my words...! Great job!

[@yoRRnl]

What an peformance by the drummer.. so awesome! love it

[@Digga58]

Outstanding version of truly monumental piece...........................

[@DSAK55]

It's like everyone here are siblings, they know each other intimately

[@guyruin8556]

Voilà un solo de batterie et te voilà hors du temps, oui nous sommes bien dans les années 70's , les pattes d'Eff et les percutions, " il y avait de l'eau dans le gaz, le Jazz et la Java"..Salut à vous tous.

[@louisef.9137]

Take Five...such fun to listen to 5/4 beat. Paul Desmond's tone is fantastic...love this tune!

[@gillesd91]

Fabulous version of take 5. Note that the chorus of Paul is in C Major (for alto sax) and the harmony is in C minor.

[@IllaFormiga]

Jazz, and simply music, at its very best!!

[@christianeder8043]

Whenever i think i went through all great renditions of this masterpiece - a new one pops up - what an amazing performance! Thanks for sharing. :-)

[@ridgeadam8442]

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[@watsongael8693]

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[@ridgeadam8442]

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[@watsongael8693]

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[@insultantable]

Great performances by all.

[@davidgarione2206]

Gerry Mulligan....Mr Clinton's friend. He also played with the great Astor Piazzolla. Awesome.

[@gmomartinez]

Fantastic edition. Thanks for sharing joy.

[@rhhead]

love the sound, the movement, the air

[@MrJazzohjazz]

Awesome drum solo ... one that enters the memory .... the Dawson solo in Germany with Dave.

[@jensilein4651]

Wenn ich einen schlechten Tag hatte, diesen Song, und alles ist wieder gut. Danke Dave.

[@bobblues1158]

Beautiful constellation=beautiful music. Original players! terrific it exists.

[@brianmays1731]

No Joe Morello.

[@genewilliams617]

Alan Dawson doing what a drummer is supposed to do. Laying a solid foundation for the WHOLE BAND to build on, and then when is his turn, he lays out a masterful solo! And then.... back to the foundational groove! THAT'S THE WAY ITS DONE BOYS AND GIRLS!

[@raymundostille7426]

I liked this song already, now I love it, thanks to you Barry (I dont know what i love the best, Dave's pants or his face during the drummer's solo☝️)

[@TS-A4BSO]

yes,,,what a masterpiece.... !

[@carlomazza731]

Masterpiece, no other words.

[@amusicment4829]

Wow, this is fantastic, that you synced the audio/video… looks and sounds wonderful

[@homiefromfl]

That drummer is smooooooooooooooth...!

[@nikolaosmosxakis3395]

very very good.............................................................................

[@ricsedia]

La migliore versione di take 5 in assoluto, grandi

[@michelkriek2382]

Beautiful performance, both by the quintet and yourself. Many thanks!

[@folly5girl]

Gold✨!! Thank you!! ❤️💖💕❤️

[@fepalines7099]

i love this kind of music, bossa nova ,too. it just makes me so peaceful and happy . great job Barry

[@ayoubebelkassem201]

Best performance by all

[@pabloaragoneses4052]

Es una pieza del jazz que, pasados años y años seguirá escuchándose. Y, en esta versión el saxo de Mulligan suena maravillosamente.

[@lucypatrick9550]

❤une musique de ma jeunesse donc je me lasse pas 😂😂😂

[@antoniovaldess]

JUST LIKE HEAVEN - JAZZ ´S LOVER HEAVEN, spectacular video thank!!!

[@cezarsantos2711]

Dude, you did an amazing job. Congratulations and many thanks...

[@johnvesperman1530]

I remember seeing the DBQ once when Dave said: "we thought we'd try it with a clarinet." It was well after Paul's departure, the sax parts were being done by a guy on clarinet. Different. Excellent sound. I've seen the quartet a dozen times, they are always right on top of it.

[@neilpiper9889]

Beautiful. Thank you so much

[@Sophia1a1]

Thank you for uploading

[@axelerat0r]

i love this version the most

[@thewordofgord]

Jazz Heaven! Thanks for making the effort.

[@joycelew8365]

A forever classic.

[@genewilliams617]

Desmond's solo was smoother than silk, and oh so delightful to hear!

[@ritamusic2860]

first time hearing it.amazeing. beautiful.

[@mariocaffari5015]

There is another live stream of this tune on youtube, called " The Last Set at Newport " even more powerfully, you may like it too ! ENJOY

[@citydrums7525]

Updated for the groovy '70s...

[@paulspeter9820]

the wonderful Alan Dawson

[@nirmario]

Best performance ever!!

[@angiethundercloud1663]

Those were the days of great sax work not the squealing the present day sax men do

[@dsegrist2000]

Gerry Mulligan- Smooth as a gravy sandwich!

[@omarmeshoul950]

Un chef d'oeuvre indémodable depuis 1959.

[@jesusgrajales5051]

Excelente Mr. Alan Dawson the best in drums.

[@michaelboyce9373]

Paul Desmond and Dave Brubeck were the soloists from the original 1958 recording.

[@YanGo77]

And God give us some stars...

[@yoRRnl]

You know what i think. I think.. the drummer is joking the team at 13:11 with faking to come back and the rest rejoins. The base player is grabing his bas but than the drummer takes his moment again and you see Dave Brubeck enjoying the moment. My take on this they had some fun with that. :D

[@jorgecarvalho2676]

Que maravilha !!!!!! Divinal.

[@emanuelealdini450]

best version ever!

[@warnerbeachful]

This is my grandfather's music. Much better than today's music. But as my aunt Rosie says, you can't turn the Clock backwards.

[@donnaluch4344]

We have the advantage of appreciating “then” in todays world. Love it

[@jamesedwards2237]

But you can go back and watch the history in the making!

[@passamaquoddy8311]

Your aunty is damned right.

[@joelfernandozunigafigueroa3400]

los mejores delos mejores en esta grupo de excepción ,BRUBECK y DESMOND ,me gusta por el baterista joe morello., un 10 distinguido.

[@williamweir1547]

I thought no one could fill the drum throne left by Joe Morello.... but then again

[@MrPARKBRAU]

I think I have heard 3 or 4 different versions of this by the same group......All very good,, except Joe is missing from this one. thanks for the post

[@majkizbajki8032]

Amazing 😜 ✌️ 👍

[@Alexi7666]

Dave Brbeck goes from accountant to hippie in less than 10 years.

[@mikecazaly6424]

Brilliant either way

[@sophoninja]

hahahahahah

[@jgrullon32]

The drugs was off the charts back then

[@DSAK55]

Dave and Paul were the original Men in Black

[@historicalrecollector5072]

Same transformation happened to bill evans

[@lesandmojoscoales4885]

Great jazz

[@robertslagle7176]

well done. good band too.

[@gRosh08]

WOW!

[@jeandanieljolivald6256]

impro en mode majeur, par le compositeur lui même.

[@mikeb3172]

So much mission impossible in those drums

[@nightowlsjazzband7927]

omg so good!

[@jphayward2011]

What do you all think about the difference between "having a preference" - say, for a drummer's performance - versus "one is better than the other"? I love Joe Morello, but damn if there ain't some masterful drumming on this, especially starting at about 8:30! And what about at 10:30 and 11:19, etc.?? That's insanely good drumming. So, of course, it's "not the same" as Joe Morello's take, and you might like his better but COME ON, saying it's better is ridiculous (not that I'm saying Dawson's is better, which is my point). They're different. Enjoy them both. That's the beauty of improvised performances by wonderful musicians. Anyway...leaving my soap box now :-)

[@marksimpson2321]

I am very grateful a few versions of this are on youtube

[@najahabdelkader8455]

thank you.

[@rickmorrow993]

Man, thart was fun.

[@selfhelp69]

Insane.

[@CraigStCyrPlus]

Desmond would pass away one year later.

[@wilfbentley6738]

I'd really like to sub in Ginger Baker for Joe Morello, Oscar Peterson for Dave, Miles Davis for Paul Desmond. Just to see what they'd make out of it.