James Carter - Laura

Eastwood After Hours Live at Carnegie Hall

[@MichaelJohnson-yu3vo]

This rendition is one of the most beautiful things I've experienced! I thank God for the ability to hear because of performances like this. Impeccable phrasing! The definition of lovely! Well done James Carter!

[@cmt0726]

so much technique went into this... it's unreal... the scoops, the vibrato, the flutter tounging, the smears.. it's absolutely beautiful

[@harmony01104]

Connor Teige + circular breathing

[@mscman13]

The thing that amazes me is how effortless he seems to make it. He has phenomenal control over the horn.

[@TheTRUEMAN000]

@@harmony01104 who is Connor Teige

[@harmony01104]

@@TheTRUEMAN000 The Greatest of commenter who left the comment above "so much ... absolutely beautiful" 6 years ago

[@BernellJonesII]

I’ve been coming back to this recording for the past 5-6 years and still not tired of it

[@tristanj6722]

I've watched this over 10 times the past few days

[@kabalayouri419]

Same !!!

[@SnuffGunnion]

"Breathtaking", literally and for real.

[@ksenos69]

The riff on 3:18 to 19 and the "dirty" look of Lenny Niehaus after. James Carter is a Maestro

[@MrSjc54]

James Carter is simply the best saxophonist in jazz today.

[@shlapleps3306]

One of*

[@alexalex-om9np]

With andy sheppard of course.

[@solecaring1230]

@@alexalex-om9np Your Andy Sheppard has nothing to say. Poor playing...

[@christophegeoffroy4281]

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[@MrRafael1912]

I honestly can't get enough of this song... I listen to it at least 6 times a day. I'm going to watch James Carter perform in Portland May 11! So excited!!!

[@paristexas919]

Did you make it? How was it?

[@GuillermoGarcia-ry5xr]

Bella versión,aunque para mí gusto ,demasiada demostración de técnica que la hace fría;muy bello el acompañamiento de la orquesta y el clarinete suavizan la versión. Resumiendo:para los amantes de la técnica por sobre lo romántico,es mi modesta opinión. Recomiendo la versión de Joan Chamorro al frente de la Saint Andreu Jazz Band y como solista a Luiggi Grasso,mucho más modesta ,ya que se trata de una orquesta de adolescentes. Saludos cordiales desde Buenos Aires , Argentina 🇦🇷🌞

[@djjjamin]

most expressive sax player ive evr heard

[@nickytothenines]

Nice sax version but I was most excited when I heard the announcer say, "and our guest conductor, Lennie Niehaus". What an icon of jazz, jazz arrangers and musical scoring for films.

[@5saxman7]

And let’s not forget that Lennie was one of the best Alto players to come out of the West Coast jazz scene.

[@NessaSpring]

oboe + sax = awesomeness :D

[@angezze]

Is it just me or is the bassline just great? It goes really well with the sax and the orchestra.It's not overdone and it sets the rhythm well.

[@wyndhleodumegwu253]

Even within the confines of a classically restrictive musical environment, Mr. Carter is able to curtain his pugnacious ferocity and present us a kind of gentleness that is akin to the touch of a baby's skin. Such are the capabilities of one whose creative insights, inspiration and dexterity are unquenchably unmatched - at this time season.

[@MichaelJohnson-yu3vo]

Speak brother!

[@wyndhleodumegwu253]

@@MichaelJohnson-yu3vo Much respect to you, my brother. Isn't it so nice to hear Mr. Carter over and over again as he preaches saxophonically with such musical clarity, confidence and, of course, effervescence? Certainly! Lohvissimo!

[@tracezacur6784]

this whole program was great- awesome blend of legends with the young and upcoming cats of the time... someone needs to tap carnegie hall on the shoulder and remind them to give jazz a little tlc again!

[@ildeuraimundodasilva8230]

Excellent, Fantastic melody and video, Thank you.

[@jonathanmarks4835]

That bend at 1:32 just gets me every time...unreal

[@paristexas919]

Goosebumps!

[@gabrielrangel2185]

For me, it’s the bend at 3:08.

[@JJS94]

I'm crying!

[@ksenos69]

Every time!

[@nelsondeoliveira1]

The best performance of Laura I have heard.

[@nelsondeoliveira1]

Many thanks for your information and suggestion. I'll check all your comments.

[@donchrisby7434]

Listen to the Don Byas version,James Carter's inspiration

[@jameswalton3930]

@@donchrisby7434 Charlie Parker with strings, beautiful.

[@jameswalton3930]

Bird lives! ...though James Carter.

[@Bbmin0rBmaj0r]

his tone is amazing

[@josephsudlersr.7854]

James is a truly a master of both tenor and bari sax

[@connorfirth857]

And I mean he is crazy at alto and soprano as well

[@michaelmcdermott7349]

James Carter, you have total skill in producing amazing sounds from the Sax.Much success and be sure to share as you play it forward :)

[@gladdad101]

Damn! This is sooooo sweet- Just beautiful!!!!

[@robinharris2775]

Probably the best sax player today I would suggest, keep it alive!

[@llm468]

One of the best performances in history of jazz ... this tone..

[@douggill5245]

Gets to the core.of your heart just lovely.

[@talmage_ur]

James Carter and the saxophone were one and a harmonic exchange at 2:15. Beautiful.

[@robertoe.5582]

Breathtaking! Thank you so much Mr. Carter!

[@howlnwolf59]

Love this....I have heard this before. It was my moms favorite. It's a theme song from the move called " Laura"...I think in the 50's

[@SureFootedSamuel]

Such a great sounding sax.

[@NotlebsEra]

3:06 to 3:20....*mind blown* Godly level!

[@damianodami7582]

Carter when plays with heart without many show Has the voice....great....

[@alexalex-om9np]

Que 500 000 vues! C'est l everest de l'émotion pourtant. Bravo james.

[@rvodessyat7366]

Simply.........FANTASTIC!!!

[@TheNYeye]

I've just finished uploading my 3 part video of James Carter at Newport Jazz from August 4th. He was well worth the trip. As great as this version of Laura is, for me nothing can compare to Teddy Edwards version captured on the Good Gravy album [Contemporary OJCCD-661-2]. A good friend of mine named his daughter based on hearing that Edwards version during her conception. Edwards' Laura is not on KZbin, but his smoldering version of Lover Man is. Carter is exquisite and carries the torch !

[@yosixxx]

Mesmerizing is the only word to describe this

[@ericstefik7962]

An interesting version of the hit recording that was indeed powerful and soul wrenching .

[@kshri2]

What a beautiful introduction

[@ryanthelionthebeast]

HE is my third favorite of all time. he brings the soul into music

[@SequenceII]

I love this guys playing !

[@filmcomposer7]

Conductor/Arranger Lennie Niehaus is truly a classic....In my estimation somewhat underrated, but a fabulous composer as well as a highly capable reedman in the very essence of the West Coast jazz tradition (not to mention an alumnus of the Kenton Orchestras)..this piece is reminiscent of the 'Mancini' sound which pervades my collection.......Oh, and incidentally, Carter is playing rather well himself.

[@simonecampani3741]

Sublime.

[@frankalfar]

Damn I'm in 😢 this is subtle and emotional and just exquisite Damn!!!! It's too short to me....

[@CatchTheJazz]

pure real music!

[@kittipongfixedgear]

he can make a romantic moment from his his sound . I lovin it

[@fernandodelvecchio6549]

He’s a musical beast!

[@MBSLC]

The oboe performance was perfect!

[@antonelloleoni8740]

fantastic!

[@saxpianobassman2090]

@2:40 "Speak no evil" reference!

[@iancuDavid]

Sooo relaxing,i love it,i played it with my school orchestra😊

[@user-yn1qk1vk8k]

Музыка волшебная-хочется летать и парить высоко, высоко...

[@Eduardo.327]

Adorei magnífico!

[@vlamirfrancisco3989]

Não tem como adjetivar, simplesmente fantástico!

[@TheJasaxophonist]

MAn! he sounds like he came straight from the 50S .

[@arrjee9474]

MASTERFUL‼️❣️

[@ricardobom2010]

Impressionante. Som fenomenal

[@wyndhl9465]

One of many saxophonic peculiarities of Mr. James Carter, isn't it?

[@carolyncarter6121]

Smooth is Mr.Carter

[@doubleinstruments6453]

Most elegant, compliments from France

[@gprosser11]

Laura, At Carnegie Hall ..

[@Mabel20369]

Too beautiful. Just superb.

[@charlestomeleri]

maravilhoso...

[@Elvira9121]

Another way to get chilled by this instrumental versión

[@franconapratica2333]

Fantástico....maravilhoso

[@Jonatas7551]

Coisa linda.

[@cristinasenna5693]

super super super ...music in its highest level

[@Edunei]

UAU! Obra de Arte, interpretacao, cada um interpreta de acordo a sua cultura.

[@mariclaraoliveira1339]

I lv this theme

[@Darrell1019]

BeautiFULL!

[@raefblack7906]

Amazing horn player

[@paolomannelli]

Bravo!!! Lo strumento è un mezzo, non un fine, che serve per cantare!!!

[@jansport0409]

Anthony Mackie has to play the role of James Carter if there is a bio pic about him.

[@4silversax]

I love his way of playing, reminds me of ME.

[@jhonnymanuelzegarrabasilio4445]

Grande James Carter desde la primera vez que lo escuche quede sorprendido con el poder de su sax, su tecnica extendida es muy amplia digna de admiracion y uan pregunta a todos los señores musicos saxofonistas, ¿que boquilla esta usando James? ¿cual es la marca de esa boquilla y de ese saxofon ?

[@fabianoalves9517]

Isto sim é música agradável aos ouvidos parabéns

[@ARandom90sKid]

Holy shit there is a combo of three awesome men in this vid, James Carter, Forest Whitaker and Bird.

[@istvanmaria2]

Fantasztikus,köszönöm.

[@ChrystophLemaireLDJMusique]

Mais qu'est-ce que c'est beau nom de dieu!!

[@DebbSaxx1]

Great instrumentation! . Debb Saxx - in Florida .

[@misterchef511]

I love his tenor

[@frinealejandraaucapuribarr1529]

Amazing!!

[@joel6726]

so beautiful sound

[@biasaxs]

Magnífico..! Gratidão.

[@jiyujizai]

🌸🌱💙😀

[@gleytonf.1962]

amazing!

[@jonviol]

The tenor is a1926/27 Conn 'New Wonder' modified by Martin Suter of 'BLASHAUS' with modern Yamaha type keys.Re-aligned main body with a PanAm neck,'Buck Rogers' 30M style side slung octave mech. It's basically a Conn with rolled tone holes but with modern ergonomics. About $10 k but worth every penny. English 'Lawton BB 'mouthpiece.

[@MrReedmonkey]

10 years late, but still appreciate the clarification. That neck was really bugging me!

[@jonviol]

@@MrReedmonkey What we have here is the best of the best . The Conn with modern ergos converted by a genius Suter, played by Carter who is a master ,and a real gentle gent , with a Geoff Lawton Mouthpiece , handmade and finished in Macclesfield England . Knowing this stuff may not be important to some but knowing this stuff can add another dimension . Bit like listening to his sister Regina playing on Paganini's Guarneri 'Cannone' violin .It can't get much better. Peace . Jonny .

[@MrReedmonkey]

@@jonviol thanks again Jonny, it is important to me. I don't idolise people, but his playing always brings me to joyful tears. He is a great inspiration, particularly to tenor players like myself. Warm regards, ken

[@cartercollins163]

Nothing like the Best Like Baker's Key Board Lounge Carter Collins

[@rudbeckie1]

!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Skvělé ! děkuji !

[@danielalmeidacosta8499]

esse cara é de outro planeta Deus abençoe

[@ThreadKiller123]

wow! i had no idea forest whitaker also plays the saxophone!

[@jameswalton3930]

That was from the movie bio of Charlie (Bird) Parker.

[@1947alexander]

Прекрасная техника, тонкое взаимодействие с оркестром, драйв...

[@gilberto2056]

Very good!! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@connorfirth857]

Parker would be so proud.

[@cristinasenna5693]

que coisa linda...esse cara é um vulcão, mas aqui parece um gatinho manso...muito lindo

[@alitomix]

Laura con fabuloso vestido de noche, entra a un bar de media noche, tan pronto da un paso en el bar la música comienza a tocar, las miradas bajo la luz tenue del lugar se distraen un instante con brillo perlado de la sonrisa de Laura, y aún que está sola y no ha buscado la atención de la gente y es ahora el centro de atención del lugar...

[@mikhailvarenov]

Much of Don Byas! Superb!

[@jiyujizai]

😃🌱💛🌼

[@a.d.2762]

2:28 is WILD!!!

[@Usefulmusic]

Agree. It looks as if the oboe is extended by a few semitones below it's usual range.

[@fanfurizoltan]

MONDIAL!!!

[@michaeldean9338]

How does this get 64 thumbs down? Does the man owe you money, or something?

[@hollaarsch1]

wonderful