Hazel O'Connor - Will You (best Sax solo ever by Clare Hirst!) - Jazz Cafe, London - December 2011

[@danielmarshall4587]

So...... reading the comment whilst listening to the "SAX", scrolled back up OH.......... this vid's getting watched more than once.

[@lohheidpipingschool1]

I´ll never forget recording with Hazel ..... On a cold winters night in Germany, just 3 of us in the studio. Wolfgang sat at the piano and Hazel sang this in the dark...... One of lifes special moments

[@markbarrow19]

WOW!!! I bet that was absolutely amazing, I'm getting goosebumps just imagining it

[@duncanboolay9424]

Love the way Hazel leaves the stage and let’s the saxophone take over

[@SuperWang-k2c]

Good manners .

[@marksaunderson3042]

Yes, a class move.

[@milobvideos]

Hazell doesn't leave she plays the accompanying piano out of respect ,when the solo sax comes in the piano has extra harmonies

[@daejavue69]

Been listening to this since it 1st came out on Tape , I'm 71 & still let this sensual piece wash away the grit of life in 2023 😊

[@ralphmehlhorn2920]

Nicely put👊

[@stevehall675]

Just found this and remember it from all those years ago. Hasn't aged one bit and made me cry it is so beautiful. Im 62 and music can still do this to me in these dark times

[@cuntchops23]

I feel what you saying Steve. Thanks Hazel 🖤

[@karylhogan5758]

Understand.. am with you , bud..

[@ianrobinson4435]

Awesome 👏

[@jeanettelittler7506]

With you brother

[@KeesKouwenberg]

I am a litle bit younger (56) but I so relate to what you say. I forgot about ths song. Rediscovered it a few weeks ago, and it's on my daily playlist since.

[@steveblunsden4295]

Carried my dad into the church with this song, loved it so much.RIP mate.xx

[@lornemcneil]

Live for him ❤

[@PUNKinDRUBLIC72]

Great story! X

[@SqwarkParrotSpittingFeathers]

I may well go the same way. But, “listening” to it with earbuds on.

[@rangerwhite5165]

Been there. End of an era mate.

[@lisavanoni6552]

God bless those who CARE

[@garyrussell7406]

I had the greatest privilege to see both of these talented ladies numerous times, the whole venue of alternative and punk fans stood mesmerised. Everyone, from young teens to retired crusty punks sang every word and stood in abject silence during the Sax solo! A truly wonderful experience and we were all blessed to be there. Sadly it may of been the last time we see Hazel singing on stage, so sad to hear of her health problems! But it's a memory I shared with my young son conner ! And now he will have that memory forever! If only the world could produce more lifelong moments like this it would be a better place for the future! A bigger mix of people standing side by side you could ever meet, all stood savouring a truly wonderful moment together! Only music can overcome Race, Religion, colour, politics, gender and age! It's a pity more can't experience such moments! The rest of the world could learn from such a small selection of the population! Hate has no place in civilised society!

[@kenmurray1600]

i think this is true . unfortunately too many people follow cult figures or so called leaders. instead of listening to the music. music with words can be a type of propaganda but music alone tears at the human emotion and soul and cannot be manipulated.

[@peternoble279]

I have not heard this song for 30 years yet it still managed to move me to tears. The sax solo at the end is without a shadow of doubt the most moving. Beautifully played. The song is stunning and very well put over by Hazel O'connor. Thank you both for an amazing blast from the past. Peter.

[@martindouglas9839]

Hi peter hope you’re well I’m a massive hazel fan the sax was originally played by Wesley mcgoogan on will you and tragically a number of years ago lost his fingers in a gardening accident really you could not make it up hazel is gem of a artist

[@markcheyne354]

When you are sitting thinking of your youth this song makes a loud noise in the past, beautiful

[@splatcave3145]

Lol get a grip 😂😂😂

[@johnstevenson2145]

Wonderful

[@EPFAN100]

Its is a great song .shes not well at the moment but hopefully a great recovery asap

[@rickwilliams7112]

Claire is not only a brilliant musician, she is also a good person. I needed sax on my Uni project a couple of years ago but had no money to offer. She gave up her afternoon, paid her own travel costs, brought my studio project to life and answered all my miriad of questions about playing Live Aid. And she certainly is a phenominal musician

[@andreanottellin2129]

@Rick Williams.If you can pass on a message,ask Claire to let Sarah,her sister know,I'm still in the same house,but the flat above?! Next time she's passing,to call in,Thankyou,Andréa.X.

[@MrRegularguy19]

@Shaun Davenport kzbin.info/www/bejne/gHerdGmqZpibn5I

[@mariannebrandon9571]

Best song with sax in the whole world by far u have to listen on full blast for real 35 yeats and it never vets old for me fucking love the way the sax actually sings the song effortless, much love 💜💜💜

[@Musika1321]

Sending love and best wishes Hazel and her family. Hope she makes a full recovery. X

[@2007Tarkus]

Yeah Jean Genie you got my support

[@danielmarshall4587]

THIS IS GORGEOUS, thank you to ALL who brought us this.

[@markbarrow19]

Who the heck is this amazing saxophonist? These two incredibly talented ladies need to be recognised again in 2022

[@lesleybignell2349]

Claireplayed sax on Bowie hero’s

[@MaBessie]

She also plays in my band. Such amazing talent

[@markbarrow19]

​@@MaBessiewhat's her name please she is absolutely amazing 😊😊😊

[@danielmarshall4587]

Just found this in 2024... may I second your comment.

[@MrShavey]

As an ex crap saxophonist turned drummer I've always loved this song. This is a great version with beautiful sax work by Claire. After trying to cut my hand off with a circular saw a couple of years back the consultant at the QA Hospital in Portsmouth told me how he was treating the son of an ex professional sax player who had cut his fingers off the same way...he didn't say his name but I knew that must be Wesley Magoogan the original saxophonist on the song. Such a shame.

[@jamesbarbour8400]

Didn't the guy who played the sax solo on Gerry Rafferty's 'Baker Street' also have an accident that also prevented him from ever playing the saxaphone ever again - can't remember his name for the life of me !

[@MrChrissy1r]

I have the studio version of this in my playlist, that sax is brilliant, so haunting, it gives me goosebumps.

[@thevintageenglishman]

Being now 55 I'm and of this generation .... and this song brings me to tears,.....

[@smartglasswindowcleaners3332]

A fantastic song and a fantastic sax , very emotional every time I hear this song .

[@nigelpickett2471]

Probably the best song ever.

[@tiffa01]

😂

[@LdevArt]

it would make my festive top 100 as inspired by john peel

[@lindaquinn9387]

Lost my baby 19days old when this was out 1980 and it made my heart break but also soothed my soul ❤

[@lagfleur]

still amazing. i saw the movie when it came out loved then, still loving it. I still have the massive affiche which i took outside the movie picture late one night.

[@tomfoster5969]

I played the saxophone as a kid and my dad would always play this song in the car and it would inspire me to keep practising hoping that one day I’d be able to play that solo. He sadly passed away a few years back, listening to it now brings back such fond memories.

[@johnthompson9282]

i love hazel for her honesty

[@Charlietwice]

doesn't get any better than this...

[@darrenmccabe]

Just simply the best sax I have ever heard

[@thediscoveredline4783]

Love this song, Hazels voice so full of emotion and the sax...sublime.

[@PNEKarl]

Clare, Hazel and Wesley. Thank you. Simply thank you. Beautiful!

[@donmcbass]

Best thing is, Wesley was just Jamming hot and they kept the tape running. It was meant to fade but DANG!

[@PNEKarl]

@@donmcbass Is that true? I didn't know that. What a dream. I'm 60 and was lucky to see Hazel live a dozen times in the early 80's. Duran Duran were her support band would you believe? Wesley on the sax was so emotional. Happy memories. Clare brings back the memories.

[@donmcbass]

@@PNEKarl It's how the legend goes anyway!

[@peterherrington3300]

Beautiful playing ❤ This song simply hasn't aged at all . Glad to see Hazel still got fire in her belly too . Loved it

[@davesimpson7884]

1980 record which still sounds fantastic in 2021 and that sax ....a great classic which has aged very well ...lovely to watch live .. many thanks for posting

[@ianburry5629]

Clare played that solo brilliantly...Wesley lived it...

[@jcjimc43]

Clare made that instrument come to life, such a wonderful musician.

[@markstevenson7884]

A tune from better times 😢😢

[@dragonladymusicexperience]

Best sax solo in any song ever!! Fantastic song Hazel. Have always loved it. ♥️🔥

[@ianmangham4570]

Totally agree 👍

[@tiffa01]

That and rat trap 👍

[@yanaarnold8365]

What an absolutely amazing performance! Hazel's voice and the sax and piano! Brilliant love it!😊

[@tonyrutherford9772]

Saxaphone is absolutely mesmerising

[@nickmander6088]

This was the first Sax solo I ever heard back in the eighties on Top of the Pops, the combination of Hazel and the original saxophonist just blew me away. And decades down the line and it is as ever my very best favourite solo of the eighties, played so brilliantly by Clare, well done girls, you got the girl power 😊❤❤❤❤❤

[@paulpayton7893]

Wow, haven't heard this song in 30+ years. Talent Never leaves you!!!! What a wonderful performance by both artists 😘

[@TommyRobertsMusicChannel]

Sending my love to Hazel and hope she fully recovers soon

[@trevormurdoch9141]

Hazel is a superstar. I’d love to see her live.greetings from Cumbria.

[@mariannebrandon9571]

My favourite sax playing so effertless i listen to it on repeat its fecking beautifull and never gets old, live it love it love it live it 🎵📯🎵📯❤️♥️♥️

[@darrenmillard3964]

When I first heard this as a young lad I was dumb struck, this always brings the hairs on the back of my neck stand on end, absolutely effing amazing ❤❤

[@Tpviper]

That just brought tears to my eyes, what a performance from both ladies. I am fortunate enough to have lived through the 80s and my God, the youngsters of today REALLY don't know what they have missed. Just beautiful.

[@knudmense6112]

Zeitloses Meisterstück. Seit Jahrzehnten eines meiner Lieblingslieder❤

[@iantinsley4854]

One of the best songs ever written and performed about the pain and pleasure of love.

[@LFOVCF]

That solo just claws at you. A masterpiece.

[@andy530i]

Try this version & see if you feel any difference ? kzbin.info/www/bejne/m6e3aHemep2LqZo

[@jimmain2924]

What a gracious moment from Hazel. Her vocals are not the entirety of this track but they are integral. She left the Sax to speak its own emotions after she had delivered hers. Beautiful. I remember seeing the move Breaking Glass and then buying the album when it’s was first released and I’m still moved by the music and Hazels voice.

[@PNEKarl]

.... in the beginning was a world.... :-)

[@dazlee2639]

D-days and Eighth Day ! Breaking Glass was an excellent film ! and so relevant today !

[@shirleyboy8859]

Real tears........ When you see/hear a truly Blessed Talent.... It sends shivers down your spine..... You can hear the Passion and Soul that Clare puts into every note....... Stunning addition to the Wonderful Hazel O`Connor...... :-))

[@deedeealexander7870]

Hazel O’Connor you’ve still got th gift✌🏽And Clair I’m enchanted by that beautiful Sax playing.. Gratitude Abounds for th Pleasure❤️

[@vermillionhugh]

Four decades later......still phenomenal 👍👋☕️☕️🎭

[@conormcmenemie5126]

Ageless. Timeless. Peerless. Magnificent.

[@seafox61]

Whether its Clare, Wesley or a hundred other covers, its undeniable that this song, and the sax , brings back and continues to evoke memories of the early 80s , the angst and anguish, the punk era and the states of times. Hazel was the first band I ever saw live in 1980 at Plymouth Polytechnic, and I had the absolute pleasure again a few years ago in Newport. We had a fabulous and memorable chat after and photo opportunity, Clare , you're a star, Hazel...get well soon. Please. x

[@EP-ym5lg]

That was fantastic, and extra great to hear how fabulous Claire, the musician, is as a person....thanks Hazel and Co!

[@bobrayner8878]

Having heard Hazel after all these years, it still blows me away. The sax player Clare is amazing.

[@rebelrockme]

Goosebumps that Sax 🎷! ❤️

[@Oni-Ryu8]

brilliant I love Hazel and what she did was magnificent she deliberately left the stage for this astounding lady with worlds greatest sax playing ever played I'm open jawed and speechless

[@eckalston6535]

She's good but hardly the world's greatest

[@eckalston6535]

Slack jawed Ian pmsl

[@howardc218]

True, I don't think anyone will ever equal Wesley Magoogan playing this piece.

[@ianbermingham9047]

@@howardc218 the original was far better , did you not hear it ??

[@sallychicken6848]

coming up for my Ruby Wedding party (40 years !) and i wanted to play this song as its the one that reminds me so much of our early dates

[@da33ie]

OMG!!!!!! That was a Fantastic solo!!!! Outstanding expression of emotion, and note to note perfect! I didnt want it to finish.....

[@englishruraldoggynerd]

It’s amazing how much she has added to the original just by her awesome voice and presence.

[@jacksdjfam]

Man that sax sounds AWESOME!

[@scotthoggan2115]

Welldone and what a tune brings back memories in my teenage years

[@billbaker2698]

The amazing Hazel O'Coonor and the sax is so good-thanks to them both

[@russbarker2727]

Apart from being the best Sax solo ever, I will never forget that this was the song that I lost my virginity to!

[@gillanlorna487]

One of my all time favourite songs Take off your eyes bare your soul gather me to you make me whole Gets me everytime Amazing sax solo

[@spanner445]

Absolutely awesome saxophone solo 👏👏👏

[@stevesshed555]

Met Hazel about 10 years ago , playing in theatre in cardigan, west wales , I was born in 72 , so this music was a bit before my time , I remember watching braking glass as a young teen and absolutely falling I. Love with her and the film

[@BoB4jjjjs]

Hazel should have done this version and got it released. Brilliant with the sax on the end played by Clair Hirst :-))

[@claireplested8275]

Sending Love Hazel....and everything positive ... ❤ ♥ 💪 xxxxxxx

[@LdevArt]

this song takes me back to 1980.. 13 years old - and the lyrics resonating so accurately

[@bookreview5762]

Sublime. One of the best songs ever written.

[@mikemcmahon4194]

Bless you, hope you pull through❤️

[@garyglasgow3003]

Masterpiece, from the lyrics, the emotion in the delivery and the saxophone is just awesome. Fantastic performance from 2 supremely talented ladies.

[@t3chnod3lic]

No thumbs up since 2015? joke.... Beautiful Song, Sax to die for... Enough said!

[@peterrees6335]

Love this song. Brings back memories. I hope you're doing well Hazel and making a full recovery. Bless you.

[@Ethericrose]

She still sounds amazing and that sax is out of this world.

[@jimmyyoung4187]

Hazel O Connor still retains that passion & flair - not to mention her voice - that made her a star back in the 80's. Kudos to her. As for Claire Hurst, the Sax player, she has that ability to induce your jaw to drop & stand there agog at what you're seeing. This performance was exactly that; faultless, incredible & heavenly to listen to. I guess that's perfection!

[@SuperWang-k2c]

Jolly good sax player , talented lovely to hear talent

[@amvam3646]

Just fell in Love with this song when it first played, all them years ago.... Still so dam good!

[@amvam3646]

Back again to listen to this superb classic....

[@mattylatty]

This is such an amazing performance! Hazel is not the most conventionally brilliant of vocalists, HOWEVER… her vocals on this are an unrivalled masterpiece… and the sax is amazing! The song is genius! There is nothing that I do not like about this performance. This is probably one of the most underrated songs ever! X

[@mojobag01]

Every single hair on my body. Thank you Gigs and Claire.

[@ianakers8012]

So beautiful. Hauntingly, achingly tender.

[@AILEENC3]

Well done Hazel, still a star - be proud of yourself xx

[@mattbell8482]

Was just taking a trip down memory lane watching Claire with David Bowie at Live Aid( again!) when I happened upon this. Absolutely amazing! A true master's class!!

[@melaniesmith5712]

Absolute awesome song, takes me back to my end of school days, 🔙🚸❤️, many years ago Lol 😭

[@MrDkgio]

I was sat less than 6 feet from Clare from Hazel and Claire Hurst playing this, it’s incredible, Wes McGoogan was the Saxophonist who wrote the sax part and performed it on the records, Claire captured the Angst and emotion’s perfectly

[@richardjames323]

This actually brought tears to my eyes.

[@edwardmorley5273]

Saw her before Christmas and the saxophone was amazing and Hazel is magic x

[@seanmcfadden8408]

I love this song and wow that was an amazing performance

[@p28-e7j]

That sax. Possibly the best solo in any song by any instrument. Unreal job from Clare.

[@Dragon-lb6ky]

F...cool...have no words to say how it's fantastic

[@graemepae2839]

Not only was this...an old hit, but watching it now, it is a near drama, raw feeling! and also Great!!

[@melmatthews5876]

Absolutely phenomenal.

[@robiniapseudoacacia]

Brilliant. The sax sent shivers down my spine.

[@Davidnumber23]

kind of iconic song of the time

[@leeh6811]

Still kicking it 37 + years on, hazel we salute you ...

[@paulcheeseman1437]

Two wonderful and very talented ladies on the same stage, what a lucky audience....

[@mrssmith6400]

One very talented lady and the sax player is amazing thanks hazel you still rock

[@defender1006]

Oh so beautiful and raw, without all the production qualities of the original track. Still brings me to tears listening to it. Thank you and hoping/wishing Hazel all the very best.

[@nicolasmith8923]

I love how Claire makes the sax really play with you and pull on heart strings . Pure genius to all esp Hazel . Well done luv ya x

[@sillyssg]

Lost for words. Brilliant doesn't say enough.

[@firstbornmaidenname1321]

Wishing you well Hazel x

[@mephistopheles9543]

My Grandfather always told me the best way to honour a woman is to pull yourself to her.....i pull my self to you Hazel.