Cory Wong // "Stevie Wonder Medley" (feat. The Hornheads)

[@martingalimany2559]

The alto sax is just there for emotional support. We couln't have done it without him.

[@thehodgi1]

Yeah his sheets just read “8 bars of amazement (mezzo forte) followed by another 8 bars of hype (fortissimo)

[@aleixpizasureda8067]

The guy is just having the time of his life and honestly, so would I

[@johnkestner]

As an Alto, it was painful to see him excluded 🥲 everyone LOVES the tenor 🙄😅 at least he got the special effect at the end 🤷🏻‍♂️

[@xtrakewlguy666]

No he's there to complete all the facial hair styles for the sax row

[@cool_buster]

Eddie barbash, EDDIE BUZZSAW ON THE ALTO SAX

[@brisleeadams]

- So what's the highest pitch you can get on that sax? - Kenni Holmen : Yes, exactly.

[@nathanstoerzinger728]

Got to chat with them many years ago. Steve (trumpet player with the headbands) and Kenni would have high note competitions. Kenni always won

[@gustafsone]

I want to see a battle between Kenni and Arturo Sandoval. I think Kenni could easily hold his own, and the fact that I just said that blows my damn mind!

[@brisleeadams]

@@nathanstoerzinger728 That's awesome! I guess it takes a leather cap, stronger than a heandband ;)

[@ianlooser9910]

I’m lucky and have him as my saxophone teacher. So I have heard them in person as well.

[@SupahflyJazzguy]

Back in 2011 as a senior in High School I reached out to the Hornheads to inquire about where I could purchase the sheet music to this medley so I could perform it at our talent show. Instead of linking me to their or their publisher's store, or where I could find it in print, they almost immediately sent me the full arrangement free of charge! If I remember correctly, it was Kenni who sent it out, too! Thank you so much for bringing back some wonderful memories, and thank you so much for this series! Quickly becoming one of my favorite series of all time, keep up the amazing work, Cory+Hornheads! Update: I still have it, and it was actually sent to me by Michael Nelson. To those asking for the arrangement I gave my word I wouldn't distribute it without permission, and I intend to keep it. :)

[@ChrisWurst1]

This is so sick

[@DoktorSax94]

Do you still have a copy?

[@avelmandap6464]

could you send it to me please? [e-mail]

[@rickbrunermer9423]

If you still have it, I would love a copy as well. Terrific! [e-mail]

[@galengness5965]

In my college, this would definitely be like a combine performance for students taking brass instruments for their final recital. I wish I had a copy

[@classicaltrombone]

Hornheads are love. Hornheads are life.

[@shubes4502]

thanks for introducing me to these madlads

[@joycesanders4898]

..damn skippy.🎺🎶🎷💝

[@shayneoneill1506]

Father did not understand :(

[@BatzBitch]

Go listen to fat lip on trombone they horn heads were instrumental in me wanting to be a musician . No pun intended. I actually have tried to play this solo the altissimo kicked my ass. To make it all worse that was over a decade ago when j was once considered a decent player. Then dad life hit and I hadn't picked up a horn in over a decade. Just purchased a cheap Chinese tenor and Java mpc ready to get my chopps back under me

[@RectumPunch]

why you got two first names

[@willhoats]

Stevie Wonder is going to be psyched when he sees this

[@peaelare]

whoa

[@PatrickChannonInPost]

W O W

[@MostLikelyMortal]

See what ya did there

[@longman9787]

@@MostLikelyMortal stevie didnt

[@RosenthalBros]

I'd imagine he would be surprised if he saw this.

[@trollnumber4]

What the fuck!!!!? ridiculously stupid levels of talent in that room loved every bit

[@hitsonacousticguitar]

Can't remember when a Sax solo had such an emotional impact on me.

[@kirjian]

I know right? This easily landed in my top 10 musical moments, EASY

[@TKiBoule]

im with you guys on this

[@yeeeeeeeee_e]

isn't this lovely

[@q.8965]

isn't this wonderful

[@saxoman37]

isn’t this precious

[@dzivocapurso3757]

Made me chuckle

[@FlorentChardevel]

Cory's reactions in the background would make him a valuable band member even if he couldn't play anything.

[@kalvsl]

Don't forget Eddie

[@saxoman37]

I thought I heard a “HE CHANGED IT” in there somewhere, and Kenni definitely did not disappoint with it.

[@danielpenberthy3373]

I almost forgot to watch this today

[@Why_tho_music]

The transcription for this probably emits light from the fire it creates

[@CoryWongMusic]

find out for yourself if you dare! woooong.com/sheetmusic

[@andrewmccarthy7548]

THAT'S IT THAT'S THE BEST THING ANYONE WILL EVER HEAR FOR THE REST OF TIME NO MORE NEW MUSIC AFTER THAT

[@totallyrelevantperson]

PACK IT UP WE'RE DONE

[@ericperry1861]

I’m enjoying how into this Freddie Mercury is.

[@rdandelionart]

Eddie Barcury? This comment aged well 😂

[@neov3584]

I'm gonna say this now. Nothing makes me happier than Cory shouting "GET 'EM KENNI!" at 1:46

[@betaomega04]

Every brass player watching this is nodding in approval.

[@Streichholztasche]

Or just shaking their heads - being absolutely perplexed about what the just witnessed

[@jacobburkhart2734]

Kenni is a national treasure that needs to be protected at all costs.

[@aidaniel8763]

Kenni Holmen is gonna get a life sentence for how killing his solo was

[@Foodgeek]

Holy freakin' saxophone, Batman! :o

[@landrews2607]

This is a godly mixing and mastering job. holy.

[@dielaughing73]

Super clean

[@danielyap4067]

Kenni is such a beast he couldn't be contained to one episode

[@zachmatthews9857]

My favorite from the new album. Woulda killed for an 'As' tribute Somewhere, stevie is smiling

[@zachmatthews9857]

@@aMolleTargate Yeah, but I don't know where he is

[@zachmatthews9857]

@@aMolleTargate More likely heard than seen - but hard to say. I imagine he's a pretty jovial guy so smiling is probably his natural sort of look

[@1conzy]

@@aMolleTargate lmao hilarious exchange here

[@bjornopitz6561]

@@zachmatthews9857 "more likely heard than seen" 😂😂😂

[@keithharris2576]

I would have loved to hear them play the entirety of “Sir Duke” as teased at the end.

[@mwiz100]

SAME

[@ericgelders]

YES!

[@jonahtran1]

Always leave em wanting more lmfao

[@naomistading8673]

Got to show this to my kids in Middle School Band as an example for Sax solos and you should have seen their faces. They were in awe.

[@TylerMyGuyler]

2:08 Is the perfect edit. Exactly how I felt when the sound just washed over me.

[@jakehendriksen2841]

Two words: "Day. Um."

[@dylanedwards6574]

Yeah man, umphrey's in the daytime is my favorite

[@ITZTHEBEATLES4221]

This is the best arrangement that’s ever existed.

[@euca9569]

0:54 vulf licc, also the response in the call.

[@Doctormix]

💥

[@emilandresen7577]

Well hello

[@davinnicode]

YEEEEESSS! I have known The Hornheads many years and even had to import all their albums to enjoy their amazing talents. Since that day I recommended them to every musician I came across and all of them were blown away by the unbelievable playing of The Hornheads. I hope that there will be a video about the trombone player Michael Nelson as his playing is also out of this world. Check out "Fat Lip" for example!

[@CoryWongMusic]

yesssss

[@cdstoc]

I can add my recommendation for "Fat Lip" the song, and the entire album. All the horns get their chance to shine, and they're all amazing. Michael's 'bone playing on "Fat Lip" is incredible.

[@michaeldunphy5672]

The best and most comprehensive Stevie Wonder medley to ever exist.

[@jerryoutlaw3396]

Murderous man on tenor sax!!!

[@willstrauch3608]

I've listened to this probably 20 times minimum today, no regrets, I never get tired of this.

[@John-hv9hz]

Bussin song, I don't know how it isn't more popular than it already is

[@WAXWANE]

Your weekly reminder that Kenni Holmen is a national treasure.

[@sikleqt]

Waking up to some beautiful music once again. Gets me through my hard days. Every time it plays through on my playlist it reminds me about my love for music once again.

[@tommyberk.2793]

Absolutely insane on all accounts, nobody plays quite like the Hornheads!

[@jichaeljuicy4047]

That sax's reactions made this 100% better, especially on that 5 part harmony. Best Hypeman Ever

[@theressamurphy2996]

great so very good🎉🎉🎉smiling here

[@FarrinD12]

Kenni brought a tear to my eye! Smokiiiiin!!

[@yesterdaytodave]

Everytime I have a bad day, or stressed out and disappointed specially with what's going on in our country, I go to this video. This never fails to give me a smile everytime. 😊

[@JoDoucet]

makes me tear up in joy every time

[@iMobinator]

that highest note on that sax has made my day a few times and will for a lot more times

[@kirjian]

This touched a musical nerved that had never been previously touched. A literal before and after in my life.

[@funkman0811]

HOLY MOTHER of GOD your Horn Arrangments are Freaking Min Blowing Man If I closed my eyes I could Sworn it was TOWER of POWER HoRN SECTION even This tenor Outrageous Killer Closing my Eyes Steve Marcus Pat Labarbera or Maceo Parker just killer

[@chriswright2553]

I think Kenni must have borrowed Lenny Pickett's tenor. It's a custom build with a couple of extra octaves bolted on.

[@juanzebastian]

Almost a month since i heard this. Still got it on Repeat!!!!. Thank you Cory! Thank You HornHeads!

[@nezkeys79]

What the actual fk was that sax solo omg 🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥 The guys reaction sitting next to him priceless 🤣

[@PhuzzPhactor]

1:46 When you stop playing your trumpet part to give Kenni the "fuck off" wave.

[@sidney341]

This is one of my favourite things of all time.

[@vell__]

This is one of those you just keep coming back to. Been here at least a dozen times so far, see y'all in the next dozen.

[@Edgardtroof]

1:38 I thought that the higher notes were reserved for Maynard Ferguson or Arturo Sandoval...

[@hadeho9210]

Thank you guys for sharing this stunning Performance with the rest of world, Kenni is my personal GOAT, I just love it!

[@MortezaAlavizadeh]

Just saw this: Eddie Barbash - hype man Hahaha, love it.

[@Gravy_Jones22]

I always like to imagine that Eddie is actually supposed to be playing but is just too caught up in Kenni

[@ClockworkDave]

Kenni is unreal man! Sublime musics for the ages.

[@estebanvillanueva5106]

And to see this live last night in San Fransisco!Blew my mind, musicians of the Gods right here. 🔥

[@Iceman259]

I love the universal stank faces when Kenni's doing his slap tongue magic, lol.

[@nhattuyenvodieu3103]

I like the alto sax parts :D

[@patg-money225]

Watching this while having a big smile on my face.

[@jonghunlee4621]

What a nice closure to the album ahh

[@jooperino]

"Eddie Barbash - a̶l̶t̶o̶ ̶s̶a̶x̶ hype man"

[@joycesanders4898]

My goodness,...it does NOT get any better than that. The second sax there, the mustachioed,..the only one not blowing,...he look like he must know he got the best job, also a little in awe...can hear why.👍👍🎷💞💖

[@TheNInTeNdO3DSLoVeR]

sausage fangers saxophone killin it

[@EightTinyRats]

The Alto Sax sounds like he’s on a fishing trip and Kenny’s about to catch a big one “GET EM KENNY, GET EM KENNY”

[@FlowieFX]

So funny to hear Cory’s reaction on that insanely high note

[@cocobinga8218]

Sweet jesus this is beautiful

[@shouldertravel]

My face was just melted and my soul set ablaze

[@perry89]

Yes!! Thank you all for existing!!!!!

[@louisontiffou7407]

ABSOLUTELY STUNNING WOW

[@philipeesteves5672]

Eu amo essa troca de música no 2:18

[@jaretanderson]

just saw yall's show in denver, keep blowing the doors off of every stop on your tour! one of my favorite musical events ever :)

[@thorben216]

Eddie Buzzsaw watching Kenni is just purely sweet

[@JimmyA78]

Absolutely SICK!!!!! Dude you have one of the best groups (in all categories) out right now. Do not change a thing!! Also get on your knees and thank god for each and everyone of them.

[@CaistorMan10]

Brilliant arrangement Mike Nelson...👍

[@lewiskingmodelmaking9514]

Completely divine.

[@DannyWoodMusic]

Find you someone that looks at you like Eddie Barbash looks at Kenni Holmen.

[@ballicacha1492]

Slap Sax solo

[@juniorsinaise3340]

My goodness me I'm blown away 🔥💯😱

[@Blazouf33]

Yes yes yes !!! Always yeah !!!!! It's always amazing!! Thank you, for everything !! 😍🥰😉

[@000063028]

2:15 thanks for the new meme format

[@JesusMorales_2024]

Absolutely ridiculous! For sure left me wanting more.

[@sammikinsderp]

I do not regret watching this, I only regret waiting to watch this.

[@MrJimiJam]

Wow... Just amazing.

[@charliesmillie9977]

Why is this only 2:45? I'm not saying this as like, ohh I love it so cute didn't want it to end ... I love it and it legitimately annoys me that they don't go into Sir Duke as a full ensemble.

[@Bobby12many]

Somebody needs to cool off those horns with a swampy 2min bass riff, minimum. Goodness....

[@jordanstoeger5563]

This could easily be a thirty minute masterpiece. Flesh out Sir Duke, get a little Boogie on Reggae Woman, Higher Ground, a dash of Uptight.... Sprinkle on Superstition and you just might have the greatest thing anyone will ever hear (short of Stevie's original, of course.)

[@dmsanct]

daaaaaaaammmnn

[@AndreasSchlitzkus]

Kenni for president!

[@Ikaram.128]

Why I started playing the saxophone - with Eddie Barbash

[@alhomicz5644]

Scorching hot!

[@loudmandoug]

Cured my hiccups - L.T. Smash - 2021

[@yubas9477]

The first saxphone is sound like guitar... It's so incredible.

[@kissmyoradora83]

The impressive part isn't hitting the notes at 1:41, it's hitting all of them with perfect pitch, tone and timing. Doesn't just sound like someone trying to hit a really high note, he just does it.

[@morkmon]

Oh man Cory we need way more of this

[@lukea17]

i just presented this arrangement to my school jazz ensemble on monday. great timing

[@MortezaAlavizadeh]

Eddie's reactions though

[@kendallruff8090]

I’ve watched this a bunch. that Sax solo is just so good

[@funkystrunk9228]

Dooope! Thanks for putting this up Cory! I was already worried this amazing piece of hot horn arrangement wouldn't be posted on KZbin! Thanks so much!

[@matthewbutler6557]

This is kick ass, old mans got chops

[@tedsta]

That's tight. Very tight. 😮

[@appropriatedproductions4267]

Art is the closest I get to getting back to that feeling I'd get rent free at 8 years old playing in a field with a buddy on a summer day

[@marjulousugarte2026]

Im so happy, I crying!