Autumn Leaves by the man with two brains | Jazz harmonica | Piano

Autumn Leaves is a simple, lyrical tune that has always been a favorite of mine on harmonica and piano, so why not play it on both? I also did some reharmonization- hope it adds a little color to the start of this Fall season.
"The man with two Brains" is a nickname given to me years ago by someone who heard me play piano and harmonica simultaneously with Bela Fleck and the Flecktones- maybe Futureman (Roy Wooten) I think? Can't remember- it's a lot to live up to!
The harmonica I use in this video:
Hohner Marine Band in G with Special 20 cover plates, customized by Joe Filisko.
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[@richcruz]

I don't know what's more impressive... the virtuosity on both instruments, the ability to play chromatically on the diatonic (still working on it, Howard... thanks for your courses at ArtistWorks), the gymnastics work making use of the WHOLE harp, or the fact that you are holding the harmonica in your RIGHT hand and playing piano with the LEFT!!!! When I try to play the two, I either need a rack or I need to hold the harp with the left and play the keys with the right.

[@ElectricCelt56]

Man, that's his left hand comping! And all those flats and sharps are done without a slide. Humbling.

[@Harpmaniak59]

Ah, the beautiful world you live in!

[@gmdeoliveira]

You have outdone yourself again!!!

[@SteveArvey]

Levy is the greatest!

[@blesseins4658]

Oui , les feuilles de l'automne ...et les corps permutés , ...puis le déclin ...vaisseaux et navires en perte de fluidité ...même les censeurs légitimés resteront bouche bée devant le carnage ...à moins que leur âme n'ait finit par se lasser et ne les ait quitté pour de bon ...!!!

[@herbieqkeys]

Howard's Autumn Leaves one speechless!

[@dariuszrygier]

Amazing jazz performance- best of its kind !!! A treat .

[@MeditativeMindset]

Excellent video. I had to subscribe

[@mojo75]

Sir, you’ve been slaying for me since I heard ‘Sinister Minister’ in 7th grade.

[@chipbrooks9328]

Very nice, Howard. We're waiting for you at Hey Nonny (when things are better)!

[@tgredell]

How theck do you do that???!!! You're the greatest, Howard! Can't wait to see you live again.

[@bbqbluesband]

Beautiful.

[@zipperdingo6385]

This is insane, Howard is from another galaxy

[@jeffsimslmt]

Your mastery of both instruments and your soulful expression combine in an indescribable way. Bravo!

[@jaycee30865]

It is nothing short of astonishing.

[@damirmilanovic3043]

Wonderful Unbelievable & Wow Genius 👏👏

[@silverpairaducks]

I was listening to odd times just now. You should be proud of that one.

[@masteranyinstrument2413]

Wow, God given gift.

[@kylehogueharmonicamisic8700]

That is awesome. I’m laughing as I realize that you play both instruments 100 time better than I can play one harmonica with complete focus. LOL!

[@langihenki6584]

Wow 👍

Piano and harmonica! what a beautiful mix, thanks for sharing

[@HowardLevyland]

Thanks for listening！

[@319J039]

@1:17 wow!

[@andydunn5673]

Howard You are the man Thanks for sharing your little bit of harp - piano, jazz with us You love it so much and it’s infectious We get it too

[@metallothionein9]

Man this is so hip. I really dig the comping with the improvisation of the harmonica and the exclusive piano parts too. The ideas are so good and fresh-Food for for the brain and heart!!!

[@katherineryanmusic]

This is insane! So fresh, filled with emotion and inspiring. Thank you for sharing!

[@HowardLevyland]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@katherineryanmusic]

@@HowardLevyland looking forward to listening to more!

[@gustavoiturrez]

Gracias por existir Howard. Te esperamos nuevamente en Argentina

[@kidpan]

one of my favorite tunes played by my favorite musician of all time. you are amazing Howard.

[@patrickconlon6039]

Just amazing; and so beautiful. Thank you for posting Howard!

[@JonasPaterno]

Absolute genius.

[@Master.Melody]

Beautiful music! It is impressive to hear the harmonica. 😍👍

[@waterpressuresdoc]

Such a beautiful rendition of Autumn Leaves. Thanks for brightening my day!

[@OnceTheyNamedMeiWasnt]

Fantastic! I think it is by the man with 22 brains; each one a jazz planet! You are the king. I was once reading something in Spanish while listening to French on my iPod, when my wife shouted up to me from downstairs in English. I literally felt different parts of my brain activated all at once. Was this a bit like that for you? Anyway, this was spectacularamundomcdonoladson... Thanks so much, you really help my harping grow 👍

[@MrSupersidewinder]

Stunning performance, Bravo❣❣❣👍

[@robst247]

Magnificent!

[@John-sj2md]

Simply sublime Mr Levy! Not sure if I like Miles' version better now. A few autumn tears rolled off of my cheeks listening to this.

[@joshuaramos2164]

Wow beautiful!

[@Human_Herbivore]

Most excellent. 👏👏

[@yukiotakahashi6632]

Great rendition!

[@RobinSpielberg]

I love this so much!!!

[@HowardLevyland]

Thank you, Robin!

[@lanternlighter]

So cool, thanks 👍

[@bethwilton8075]

Wonderful!

[@fernandobraun8794]

Wow. Bravo!.Thats "a kind of magic". Thank you so much, for all your music, style and ideas🙏🏻🎵

[@JL-bu8bz]

Master

[@jeffsimslmt]

Mind = Blown 🧠 🔫

[@nelsonmadureira2743]

Maravilhoso 👏🏿👏🏿👏🏿

[@dancabana8096]

Great performance Howard !!! I'm going to give it a "try". Ok, I'll need a few months with my teacher I guess, but since he's a true fan of yours, it'll help !!! I have a question regarding SP20 covers on your MB. I play mostly SP20 and customised MB and I like both. One thing I don't like about the MB is their covers with to much logos and writing on them. Why do you do it ?

[@HowardLevyland]

Thank you Dan. I use the SP 20 cover plates because they are closed on the ends, which helps get a darker sound.

[@johnbanzali3278]

❤❤❤

[@user-uj1lc7xm2e]

could you hold the harmonica with neck-holder and play at the same time?

[@kerryc5821]

How the hell do you keep track of the left hand and the harp? Really cool.

[@jamesmueller8812]

🕊️❤️😎

[@nothankyou8365]

Some thing does not seem right Howard ! It is out of tune or some thing ? Hey Howard ! What is happening ? Is there some thing wrong with my ear ?

[@jaycee30865]

This was a perfect rendition. Just perfect. Chick corea and Bobby Mcferrin had a nice version but this is better.

[@jukesjointOG]

Un. Freaking. Be. Lieveable.

[@jaycee30865]

Good god. How have we descended into this Cardi B and Nicki Minaj abyss? “Abysmal” is insufficient to grade the utter abjectness of this abyss.