Brothers REACT to RUSH: La Villa Strangiato (LIVE 1978)

"La Villa Strangiato" is an instrumental track by the Canadian progressive rock band Rush, appearing on their 1978 album "Hemispheres." The song was composed by all three members of Rush: Geddy Lee (bass and synthesizers), Alex Lifeson (guitar), and Neil Peart (drums and percussion).
The title "La Villa Strangiato" translates from Italian to English as "The Strange Villa." The song is often praised for its complex arrangements, intricate instrumental passages, and virtuosic performances by each band member. It consists of multiple sections that showcase the band's technical prowess and musical creativity.
The track is structured like a musical journey, with different movements that evoke various moods and atmospheres. It incorporates elements of rock, progressive rock, jazz, and classical music, demonstrating Rush's eclectic influences and musical versatility.
"La Villa Strangiato" has become a fan favorite and is regarded as one of Rush's signature instrumental pieces. It's often cited as a highlight of their live performances and has contributed to the band's reputation as one of the foremost acts in progressive rock music.
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[@JoseMorales-hr3kw]

Alex Lifeson belongs on the Mt Rushmore of guitarists with this performance alone. Incredible

[@ToddMcCrackenDDS]

How can ANY rock fan see this performance and NOT put Alex in the TOP 3 all time greatest guitarist? And Geddy and Neil? Spot on as ALWAYS!

[@garynicol1059]

Probably one of the greatest guitar solos ever. I don't care what anyone says. Unbelievable! It's not technical perfection but hits all the right notes at the right time with feel and melody. If it wasn't an instrumental it would be top 10 guitar solo easy. Blows away most

[@stewartbrock1688]

Alex's solo from about two minutes in literally sends shivers down my spine every time I hear it. Gorgeous piece of music from the greatest three piece of all time.

[@Mike80528]

Geddy mentioned on his book tour that prior to this recording for the video they had only done La Villa in the studio and had never completed it in one take before. They just got up on that stage and managed to nail it. He has no idea how, but it was then that it all just finally clicked...

[@batman1169]

How many 25 year olds play like this!! ❤😊🇨🇦

[@thunderstruck5484]

Saw them in 79! Awesome, thanks

[@WilliamdeSouzaSantos-kv9pc]

Rush - Hemisphers Album , four songs amazing ! ( 1978 October )

[@WilliamdeSouzaSantos-kv9pc]

Speechless . Rush in Top !

[@cecillegravelle2590]

they even did a little wierd walking at one point. When Geddy and Alex both walked up the the front.. makes me smile everytime. . ie: "Monty Python Wierd Walking" all 3 of them were Monty Python fans. I can just imagine their private conversations, mimicking Monty Python skits.

[@debbieplato5107]

Amazing! I saw an interview with Alex and he talked about how hard it was to play back and now he plays it watching television.

[@delorangeade]

Possibly rock music's greatest instrumental. My favourite, anyway. Remember the days when Alex was the one people talked about, and nobody cared too much about the drummer, or could get the singer's name right. Whenever I've seen the band play this, they cut some of the intro, which does go on a bit. Some of the musical ideas behind the track are quite simple, based on alternating two chords, but it's a huge test of memory, timing and cohesion for the whole band.

[@lucky-boots]

This is by far my favorite performance of the song.

[@JeromeDukes]

I believe this was recorded at Massey Hall in Toronto. The theme of this song is based on some crazy dreams Lifeson had. The song is broken into 10 to 12 movements that describe the process of going to sleep and dreaming and awakening. Alex's guitar during the first solo really gives you the impression that you are dreaming. After the guitar solo the song transitions to the section "Monsters", which is supposed to be the nightmare section of the song. However, not your typical nightmare, more along the lines of child's nightmare, think Monsters Inc. In fact, sometime I wonder if the idea for the movie was inspired by La Villa Strangiato. The song then transitions to my favorite part of the song, the drum solo and 2nd guitar solo. Peart wanted this section to sound like a big band, which he nails with the drums but what gets lost to the listener imo is the second guitar solo. For me it sounds like Alex is trying to mimic the horn section from a big band, that's how I interpret the solo The rest of the song is basically the movements in reverse which I interpret as waking up.

[@ronj5485]

I saw them play it live That tour , & maybe 2x more .

[@jeffross8400]

NOBODY made an ES 335 sound like Alex.

[@leddygee1896]

That particular model is a 355...

[@cecillegravelle2590]

Perfection!!!!

[@rickthestiks9240]

what a jam !!! 11 min 40 ??? for a recent one,,suggest you (leave that thing alone) from time machine,,,whit geddy skills🎸🤘🤘🤘

[@richardbland9660]

Geddy and Alex are both playing foot pedals besides their bass and guitar. Geddy is also playing keyboards. And let’s not forget Neil - truly worlds smallest orchestra

[@dieselrotor]

Can You imagine what these guys could have done if they would have had a decent drummer !! Still doesn't seam real, goodbye Neil and thank You.

[@derrickparran]

Alex.....ouch

[@jamieburgess1460]

Live on stage! No audience, The Trees, was played the same day.

[@glennandadriansrocktalk]

We reacted to that as well! Great one!