John Scofield - Solo | Elbphilharmonie Sessions

[@patricklow5652]

Waited my whole life to hear Scofield play on the neck pickup. Still sounds the same as his bridge pickup.

[@PacoPerezRul]

The first thing i look was his pickup selector and thinking is the neck but sound like twangy bridge.

[@rasjavita]

He plays right hand near the bridge, you get that sound on every pickup you select.

[@jdguitar1040]

LMFAO. Patrick Low for the win ;)

[@LtdNulty]

Neck-, belly- or footpickup... the secret why this man sounds like he does (and like nobody else) is hidden inside of him anyway ;-)

[@danicomcas]

@@rasjavita It seems that he is using the Ibanez Trisound Switch that's on some of the Ibanez AS Models. Check it out.

[@frywolny]

Each time I hear his solos I have a feeling there is this good old friend telling me a story. Unpretentious, raw and deeply humain. For me, he's the best music storyteller. Brilliant, inspiring musician. Thank you, Mr.Scofield.

[@matto9734]

Yep, same for me - since the 80s with Miles...

[@donpelayo4496]

So nice ... Only Master's can aford that

[@Alan-zi2rs]

Well said ... That's exactly how it is 👌👍🎶🎸🎶

[@yonayona7]

短いルーターリフ　17:30秒〜

[@ParkerPPipe]

Interesting. When I hear his solos it sounds like Charles bukowski drunk walking down the street.

[@tolteke484]

What a beautiful location.

[@andreadichiara1280]

Elbphilharmonie in Hamburg it's a project of architects Jacques Herzog, Pierre de Meuron

[@johnny-r]

Just when you thought "Wichita Lineman" couldn't be any more amazing . . .

[@tonyedwards4067]

ben monder too!

[@doubleslit3389]

Dude keeps getting better and better.

[@nikodemus-enger]

When something brings you joy and relieves you from worries and sorrow, in Sweden there is a saying; it is a "conditioner for the soul" ("balsam för själen"). Scofield's playing is just that.

[@DarkAngelEU]

Balsem voor de ziel (Dutch)

[@bjerkely12]

goes well with the orange Ikea lamp as well :)

[@30mouse]

Exactly

[@madspunch]

We also have it in Russia - «бальзам на душу»

[@antonschmid229]

Balsam für die Seele (Deutsch/Österreich). We say this as well here. :)

[@pz29]

I am but a lowly amateur player, but watching this somehow makes me think that I can plug in, fire up my looper pedal, and make something that gives me joy. It is all about having fun, after all.

[@morbidmanmusic]

you can. Meditate with that looper.

[@kafka7]

心にスッと染み込んでいく。心地いい。

[@JCroozy]

John is not only a huge inspiration for us who try to be musicians. He is also such a kind person with no ego at all. The human behind the instrument is a big part of the influence.

[@ramirointrocaso3578]

absolutely...

[@marekpiatek4105]

This is it. I can't imagine my own development in music and music at all, without this gentleman. I am thinking about last 40 years.

[@raymondwelcome7164]

That is so true of John. No ego at all. Just a regular guy. Sharing his soul and music with us

[@patriciacaton83]

I agree for all

[@patriciacaton83]

I agree because to play is to be what we are, our story, our maturity our being..

[@sub-jec-tiv]

Love how he can take a totally freaky microtonal drunken pitch wobble effect pedal and make it sound perfectly natural in a super mellow beautiful jazz context. His decades of musical wisdom show in every move he makes, and keep surprise in the mix.

[@TheEpochCompanion]

Totally Freaky Microtonal Drunken Pitch Wobble would be a great name for a pedal though.

[@daveatkinson644]

"totally freaky microtonal drunken pitch wobble effect pedal" would be a great name for a band 🤣

[@seanjazzguitar]

I must have seen Sco 3 or 4 times growing up. In an era where guitarists are playing pyrotechnics, polyrhythms and heavy conceptual ideas, John is playing the most laid back, blues-based personal language and it still sounds so fresh and relevant.

[@palitolitola]

Totally agree !!!! At that time I used to listen to Pat Metheny, Mike Stern and Scofield. From Pat we had the melodic jazz phrasing and amazing musical structure. ( let’s not forget the standard albums which are incredible ), Mike Stern had this rock feeling that all of us needed in a jazz guitar player. Also I believe he did one of the great compositions in terms of ballads ( like “before you go” which has amazing chord progressions on it) and Scofield that was a plug and play guitar player with awesome weird grooves and a totally different approach on his melodic lines. It was hard to “copy” him. He is unique!!! A go go is my favorite album :-)))

[@frankierodriguez8661]

And absolutely nobody can touch him. His playing is simply put perfect. flawless. A giant guitar genius ❤❤❤

[@DavidGatto]

He is occupying that rare air that Miles once breathed - Magical

[@AntonLakstygal]

This nice feeling when you discover something and don't understand how could you live without it. John is beyond awesome. This jam is a pure gold.

[@danieljosephanderson]

sure is

[@kshitijdhyani]

Jesus Christ, this melted every idea of music I've ever had, away!

[@PabloHeldmusic]

Maestro Sco!

[@kathyhollenbach7413]

Wow! My 1st time hearing John Scofield; fabulous, awesome, amazing!👏👏👏

[@6fretless]

It's all there: elastic, loosey-goosey-yet-in-the-pocket time feel; greasy, bluesy inflections; huge personal vocabulary grounded in a variety of styles of music and decades of study/performance... Love this guy, been listening to him since the 70's(Enja records, etc.) He's the real deal. Thanks for the music, Sco. Stay healthy and keep creating that sonic magic! ETA Love the way he uses the looper and other effects pedals in this performance.

[@dramanovel]

Totally agree with you. I've seen him live once in Athens (Greece). One of the very few musicians that changed my perspective and approach on the guitar. By the way...any ideas on what unit he's using occasionally for that modulated effect?

[@markfretless]

@@dramanovel Regarding the modulating effect: I am not sure. I haven't watched the interview that accompanies this performance; maybe he talks about it there. Or, perhaps there is a recent(2022) Scofield "rig rundown" on KZbin that shows his current pedal set-up for his solo performances...

[@dramanovel]

@@markfretless Thank you for your response. I saw the rig rundown video. I suppose he is using his whammy

[@jujualtarek]

thanks for the music Sco, u know him personaly or wht ?

[@judicaëlVerger]

​@@dramanoveli think it's a chorus pedal

[@1700fribourg1]

Vu a Fribourg/Suisse ,il y a 4 jours le dimanche 14 mai 2023. Genial ,une personalité marquante avec un style personnel divers. Magnifique

[@julos71]

A lot of people play guitar, a few do music. God bless John Scofield

[@jade999111]

Love John, but if you play guitar you do music, right?

[@morbidmanmusic]

define music, and name a few that don't do it.

[@papa_pt]

​@@morbidmanmusic post modern blah blah

[@sub-jec-tiv]

If you have to ask…

[@craigstevenson2453]

The tone, the phrasing, the magic.

[@michaelvogt-gitarre9096]

Sco ist eine Legende.... er spielt vier Takte und schon bin ich verzaubert...

[@jazzmarkus]

One of the greatest musical storytellers of our time!

[@voidcomm14]

men... the end of the mrs. scofield is too much to handle, seriously, propper musicianship, scofield knows exactly what to express in music pure genius.

[@sandeshrathod9699]

For me he always sounds laid-back-old school and futuristic at the same time 😅

[@Composermusic4]

Underrated comment

[@kenji3389]

Master playing whatever he wants. Can’t get any better than that

[@deaconddd]

So glad to have seen Scofield do his thing live. What a guitar hero.

[@Sadowsky46]

Oh yes, We can see you in the huge audience

[@deaconddd]

@@Sadowsky46 not at this performance silly 😝

[@cmgordon12345]

Was just thinking the same thing. I caught him in some intimate venues in the 90s with MMW and some other jam band adjacent acts. I didn't actually know what a treat some of these artists were, as I was so young. Charlie Hunter comes to mind from that scene as well

[@amart23]

haha I tried listening to this and working at the same time...I got nothing done. thank you Mr. Scofield for sharing your brilliance and gift

[@ParkerPPipe]

A go go is one of my favorite tracks. Scofield is one of my favs

[@PinetreeState76]

What he did with Wichita Lineman was just wow. You rock ❤

[@bonvivantviveur]

John Scofield's kind of playing is so unique. You'll recognize his sound/style of playing instantly if you're open to it. Still love his sound within so many musical genres for so many years. Lots of respect John 🙏

[@thewoodys_surf_instrumental]

His signature has always been so big and strong, one note you know who it is.

[@dominiquemiletti6685]

Still warm! I love his rendition of Indiana. Good job with the ditto too. My favourite guitarist since 40 years.

[@lorenzmuller3542]

Saw him with his quartet first row standing before me in an intimate club. Remember it very vividly, what a musician.

[@keithp8521]

I just saw him at the capital theater in NY! I was surprised as I didn't knoiw he was the opening act for John Mcglaughlin & Zakir! Astonishing and even tempered player !!!

[@frankierodriguez8661]

I have no words to describe how John's playing makes me feel. His phrasing and style, his unique and exquisite voice is the stuff dreams are made of for many music lovers, connoisseurs or simple aficionados. The humility of a true giant. Kudos for whoever responsable of this little gem of a concert. The place, the production, the sound, being a huge hall, the sensation of intimacy is overwhelming, you feel like John is playing just for you in your living room....Just fantastic. thanks a million for doing this.

[@jonisaacs6967]

Incredible sense of intimacy in John's performance...a privilege to watch. A man in complete command of his instrument simply doing what he does best - like being present at a 1-1 masterclass.

[@Happy-Me.]

I've seen Scofield live a few times and met him too. My favourite living guitarist and it's been that way since I heard him with Miles in the eighties.

[@briannacery9939]

John Scofield is a brilliant composer and guitarist! ❤ I like his unusual note melodies and loops. He trips me out! I like when he plays his Tele!

[@elrafa782]

What could I say ? As humble as great musician ? Love this guy. (Plus great filming, thanks)

[@muffntheB]

it really ties the room together dude

[@epserps5055]

This is so beautiful. When he started playing something changed in my whole body and I think the Beauty of this marvelous music broke into my mind. Thank you, Master.

[@frankierodriguez8661]

Beautiful words. I feel exactly the same.

[@studentsmusic]

An absolute giant with genius phrasing, timing, tone, taste and feel. A great showcase how intelligent and subtle electric guitar can be. One of a kind - Master!

[@zarkozivkovic7954]

Great composer and guitarist Thank you for your music Mr. Scofield

[@nasticanasta]

I saw John back in the 90's...great guitarist!

[@pada443]

He is so quick at seamlessly changing from pick to fingers with the pick stored between the pointer and middle finger.

[@dmutradze]

Спасибо за поддержку! Один из моих любимейших музыкантов на протяжении всей жизни! Ukraine. Kharkov.

[@SuperBd62]

The first time I saw you was in 1981 (I think) in Amsterdam, I went to see another guitar player. You, Steven Swallow and Adam Nussbaum, I was flabbergasted. And since then, you have been the one to listen to. This was again a thing of beauty. Thanks, Sco love you

[@LuisCárdenas-m4b]

JUST THE BEST FROM THE VERY BEST, THE GREAT JOHN SCOFIELD(THANKS)

[@rvilla006]

Very happy to hear John Scofield's music. Very creative. I have always studied John Scofield with my guitar.

[@bucketofbarnacles]

How beautiful and what exquisite use of pedals.

[@mhiraldo]

Man, what the ....??!!!?? Scofield, a living legend! enough said!

[@arianluna4548]

Such an unpredictable and profound “vocabulary “ . One of my favorite guitar players . God bless you sir ! Thank you for making esoteric music.

[@Roshan-tb3iz]

And as the likes of Keith Richards and Buddy Guy have shown, John Scofield proves that the way to stay young, alert and bright as you age is to play music. I am going to incorporate more guitar playing into my mid-fifties life.

[@jplater9191]

That ‘golden’ sound gets to me every time 😊

[@ParkerPPipe]

I never really noticed before but John doesn’t vibrato at the top of his bends. He just lets them stick out like a sore thumb. Fing genius. When that intense chorus comes in it’s like his dirty little rascal character

[@BRich6]

Sco is just a treasure! He is so inspiring. I'm so happy we have been blessed to have had him, and to still have him.

[@wasabi1drful]

What a unique style! I’m so glad to have heard him live a few times. His music always inspires me!

[@FacundoLeisPou]

Loved the last line where he says hes just trying to 'stay in shape' LOL. I guess I need to work out more. Amazing solo BTW

[@leonardomesquita2123]

That's my favorite way to make music and play guitar.

[@zadarkman]

he looks like a master of JAZZ Samurai.... respect

[@sasamarjanovic2242]

Love his playing and compositions...

[@winstonsmith7652]

Whichita Lineman like you’ve never heard, or imagined. This man is a treasure ❤. (I’d bet my life Glenn would have loved it).

[@luismorales6351]

this is pure gold

[@tonymartinelli1836]

Bellissima musica che si impreziosisce ad ogni nuova esecuzione. Grande suono e tocco unico John Scofield!!!

[@I_0..0_I]

He is still amazing :) So glad that i got ears for his music :)

[@lefujyou]

He always makes me want to play after listening to him………what an inspiration…….❤️☮️🙋🏻‍♂️……. Lefuj

[@leomilani_gtr]

I feel the same, man!

[@attilaroszler4814]

On the contrary, after listening to him I always feel that I should sell my guitar....

[@lefujyou]

@@attilaroszler4814 what kind of guitar how much I’ll buy it for cheap 🤗…..no I’m kidding use the music for inspiration have fun ☮️❤️…….. Lefuj

[@2025seoul]

That's the captain's role 😆

[@joaquin3768]

Definitivamente!

[@seanhennessey9869]

love Sco, has played with everyone from Miles to the hippie jam bands...

[@telekhal]

All those languages here, praising the great Mr Scofield, I’ll add some more: شكرًا يا جون سكوفيلد على فنك العظيم! انا معجب بك منذ وقت طويل! Obrigado por toda a inspiração que me deu ao longo dos anos. Vielen Dank für diese tolle Session und liebe Grüße an die Geburtsstadt meiner Tochter, moin Hamburg!

[@redlightstudio]

Absolutely a special groove inside Mr Sco 💥

[@gustavopinha233]

This is what I would do if I were in a liminal space! Enjoy the acoustics! Perfect!

[@Alan-zi2rs]

John Schofield is the man! 🇬🇧👍👌🎸🎶🎶🎶

[@TheatreOfPain8523]

long live the sco :) Luv U.

[@riveravaldez]

_Trying to stay in shape_ , says the beautiful John Scofield! By the way, in this plan, it would be great to have a Scofield+Frisell guitar duo.

[@charlestimberland6044]

The intricate things he does are so subtle ! One of my favs of all time !

[@jbj1516]

I Love your music, john scofield

[@chadwickhurlburt6529]

I love Scofield. His playing has inspired me beyond what anyone can understand. Sco is Amazing. He is one of the few I would declare to be the GOAT at guitar.

[@leniltonsanches4843]

Grande Mestre Filipe Martinez. Esse vídeo é um presente e tanto. Gratidão .

[@chrisallard1819]

Incredible - a true great

[@ManfredElsingBielefeld]

Music;Melodys,HarmonyslLife Inspirations......thank you Mr. Scofield!

[@sebastiannaber1637]

Tears in my eyes, I love you Sco!

[@rickmarcel1916]

He’s truly one of the Best 👍🏾💽

[@FIGGY65]

Simply amazing Mr.Scofield. Thank you.

[@fitoveliz1]

a Giant, thanks for all John.

[@noerivera8895]

The best!!! 💕💕💕💕💕

[@_.damani]

soooooo much sample material here

[@karayuschij]

Marvelous!

[@adrianprince]

Wow!! Thanks you John 👏

[@Alan-zi2rs]

Love the way he nails witchita linesman ... Beautifully and seamless 👌🎶🎸

[@andrisprieditis3422]

Thank you for all the great uplifting music Mr. Scofield! ❤🎉

[@rockerdoc49t9]

Wow. So harmonically cool.

[@nihil-baxter]

Crazy warm analog natural organic guitar playing! Greetings from Hamburg!

[@rodcoombes8711]

Always inspiring and tasteful, the Steve Gadd of guitar.

[@kurikokaleidoscope]

Such a great style and attitude. Rock on.

[@jimkiousis]

mind blowing expression ! what a player.

[@junka22]

Beautiful concert, thank you Sco and thank's for sharing it Elbphilharmonie Hamburg!

[@inventorex34]

scofield llego a un nivel que ya no improvisa con sus dedos , solo con su cerebro y su alma, termino su propia de tesis de lo que es la musica

[@reidwhitton6248]

I love Sco's solo guitar playing. I'm looking forward to the album.

[@kojam1]

Never heard his voice b4. Why did I expect it to have natural reverb and be thunderous like a Greek god? 😂 I freaking LOVE hearing all the imperfections, like the crackling from the guitar chord, the sound of flesh hitting a note he fret improperly, causing a slight thud instead of a ring note! Gotta say though, don't like that cough. I hope that his health is top shelf, and there's nothing wrong.

[@gxruiz1]

The best jazz guitar and the best rock guitar ever, in different proportions but always both there. What a player, dang…

[@mexicandromusica]

Que placer escuchar asi al Maestro Scofield, una joya de youtube.