Jazz Pianist vs Lounge Pianist | 15 Years’ Experience [SMALL TALK]

[SMALL TALK] Sangah Noona talks about the difference between Jazz Pianist and Lounge Pianist with her 15 years’ hotel musician experience.
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[@mister088]

“Nobody knows,nobody cares”. I’ve been a club date musician for a very long time and I totally agree with what you’re saying. People at weddings or restaurants are not there to see you. They are there to talk,laugh,drink,etc... you are there to add “ambience’ to the event or room. We call it “musical wallpaper” The reality is way more people will recognize and possibly respond to a simple popular song than to the altered chords you used in a song or the intricate solo lines that you play. As an experiment, I once played at a cocktail hour, the the first two bars of “wave” over and over and over again just to see if anyone noticed in any way. Nope!! I amused myself but it was also kinda sad to think that I was just a “prop”in the corner of a room while people ate and drank and partied. Oh well... this is the life we’ve chosen. When you get to play in more of a concert setting you get the recognition and appreciation that your ego longs for. Either way we are artists, musicians, creators and I’ll take that any day over doing spreadsheets in an office 9-5 for forty years. Love your videos. Thanks.

[@tenztaeza3707]

I lkvs your xhoixes of piano music in jazz, Beatles especially. Hole to hear Shirley Bassey.'s

[@pedromeza2398]

You both have described the life of a soldier, we sign up to do, best example is the Blue Boys movie playing at the cowboys bar.

[@kevinaguilar4487]

mister88,,,, I hear what you're saying,,, There are some of us who really listen,, as there are some who 'see',, and not just look,,, not many do,, not many see the deeper meanings or symbolism in the world around them,,, I just stumbled into Sangah Noona's you tube collections two weeks ago,, I LISTEN,, and am amazed at how she has complete command of a song, and where she wants to take it,,, and her talent is abundant,, but at the same time,, the people surrounding her are there for reasons other than to listen,,, yes, a bit sad to think,,, sort of like showing pearls to swine,, and the swine aren't even interested! Did you notice that birdcage with the open door and the photo of the hands in some of her videos??? THAT is a cool statement! I took it as being a statement on freedom,,,, If I were close to where she was playing/performing,,, I'd be there early, and often! Love her videos too!

[@raygames8712]

Thanks for the Video clip! Excuse me for butting in, I am interested in your thoughts. Have you thought about - Riddleagan Smart Hands Remedy (should be on google have a look)? It is a smashing exclusive guide for learning piano fast without the normal expense. Ive heard some super things about it and my mate at last got great results with it.

[@brianpetersen3429]

As a jazz pianist, when I am at a place where there is a lounge piano player I always focus on the playing and appreciate the amazing abilities of all their playing skills and audience awareness. Really love your channel.

[@jameskortegast3371]

Not boring at all! The best times are when you talk with us, Sangah. Thank you so much.

[@attic1project776]

Love your style: free, charming, relaxed, elegant, exciting..., most of all, you seem to enjoy whatever you do! You bring joy to us! That’s wonderful!

[@narinchindanuwat3573]

Hi I love how you improvise. You make an old song sound like a new one. It’s very refreshing to hear it’s played in a different way. I’m your audience.

[@SangahNoona]

Yay!! I have you!! ❤️👍🏻😉

[@MrRickonia]

You just explained things so clearly and in such detail that I have a greater appreciation of what you deal with from week to week.

[@caiusmarins]

I know exactly what you feel, 'cause I'm a lounge pianist too, my dear. Besides, I know the difference, even though I rather like play jazz tunes. And I don't think you're weird; you're musician. You're not boring! I ❤ you! 😉

[@peterwintermantel]

So glad to see this Sangah... I absolutely love hearing live music...by people like you that love playing it. The genre, style, etc. will connect with all that are interested. Just wait for the next tune, you will hear something great.... give it all a listen, let your feet tap...stomp...take it all in...Just Thanks so much for Playing for us!!!!

[@jzplayr]

Love the talk, it's very intimate and personal, like you're just being real, talking to us at the hotel. The mic was great, just enough low end to catch your whole range w/o being boomy. It's great to hear your perspectives on being socially aware, and emotionally intelligent...paying attention to the moment, and what the audience would like. You are so full of joy, even when you might be mellow...

[@MrRickonia]

I like how you explained the different priorities...deeper connection with the audience, feedback from the audience, versus guests. You really explained things very well. I will have a better understanding of what's going on in your awesome mind from now on, thanks to your little "small talk"! 😊

[@BillAckerman]

I'd pay for tickets to see you in a jazz club playing "lounge" music.

[@SangahNoona]

Hahaha! I like that!! ❤️👍🏻😉

[@user-gg2wf7yf8i]

It’s interesting. I visit restaurants with live music ONLY to listen that kind of music. I’d take into account that musicians could be confused by me as an inappropriate audience and could be confused by the attitude to the whole different audience))

[@MrRickonia]

THANKS a BUNCH for posting that link above "HOW I BECAME A LOUNGE PIANIST" ! ! I enjoyed that explanation also and may just watch it again since you took the time to post it! You're such the servant, Sangah! 😊

[@MrRickonia]

Oh, and the best part of all was your outro since we got to hear your best voice of all. You have a beautiful voice no matter what genre you are singing, and your "car voice" is one of my favorites!! Cannot wait to hear your next gig! 🎹😍

[@paconabarromusic6506]

Hi Sangah. I just discovered you throught this video. I started playing at a restaurant in 2018 and I´ve been playing there for 1 year now. It is a real relief to see that someone gets it. The owner of the restaurant loves that I have this atitude of just make ambience. Some people there valorizes and some really don´t care. I see everyone also, and I can play whatever I want because the owner let me. It is really gratificating. Again, it´s very nice to see that I am not the only one that loves doing that, with no audience, but guests. Thank you for sharing your experience!

[@josecruz-vega2070]

I love your sincerity and the way you explain what you do as a pianist!!!

[@pianoman19541]

. A Sangah Christmas Party The night was alive with a room filled with beautifully dressed guests. Sangah's play added a nice flavor of music to the party there. Competing emotional stories and loud reminiscing chatter were rumbling from everywhere. All enjoying tasty minimalistic sipping and tiny bites. Sparkling eyes and loving hugs. Then as a magical sound mixed its way around this beautiful room, all became overwhelmed. Then slowly all the guest were gone ! All there were transformed. I could clearly see... Sangah's room of guest, now became an audience. Every last one loving this gift of hearing what a heart sounds like as music. Sangah, I think you Sangahnize Christmas hearts.

[@SangahNoona]

You are amazing Jack! ❤️👍🏻😉

[@paulsp1ano]

You answered so many vision/option questions I had, and questions I didn't know to ask...you also have a great sense of humor, lol:) Thank you so much for sharing your experience and expertise with us! I really appreciate it.

[@LisaRSArt]

I love your explanations between Jazz musicians and Lounge pianists. Your personality is a true winning one and connects well with your fans. The smiles & laughters are so warm and lovely. Thank you. Just your screen capture of the smiley Sangah makes my day happy already. I do hope you play at the Kennedy Center someday.

[@KasmuelMcOure]

I absolutely love your attitude. I thank God I found you in 2019. I've been playing lounge music for close to 2 years, you've clarified things I struggled with for this time and your experience really inspires me. Keep going Sangah. I can't wait to hit a decade😍

[@rogeralleyne9257]

Great way of explaining the differences! Thank you for your channel I learn a lot; from your talks to your playing style!🙏🙏🙏

[@budisusanto2507]

Since I found you on KZbin, I have never forgotten to fill my days listening to Sangah Noona's piano Greetings from Jakarta Indonesia

[@MrMannimarco]

You are living proof that you don’t have to stick to any genre, you could play whatever you want, and be ok with it, and sound great. You are free... I think that’s being a true musician. God bless you!

[@SangahNoona]

Wow! You just made my day because that was my life goal when I was young: becoming a TRUE musician! Thank you Marco! ❤️👍🏻😉

[@patrickarmstrong8908]

I greatly enjoyed your explanation of the differences in the craft used in the two performance styles. I especially liked your comment about when you see someone is on their phone, you lower the volume of the music. It reminded me of an experience I had in Kyoto Japan. I was leaving a hotel to catch a flight back to the states. My taxi was waiting at the curb. In kyoto the taxi drivers dress in black suits, white shirts, black ties, white gloves and black chauffeur's hat. The taxis are black, impeccably clean, with bright white doilies on the back of the seats, which they change regularly. What impressed me the most and just gave me that tingly "ahh" moment. He opened the cab door with one hand and the other hand he placed over the top of the door frame. The "ah" moment was when I realized he did that so if I misjudged entering the cab, my head would hit his hand. I always enjoy hearing about how other people are thoughtful and take care of those around them so they may have a pleasant and enjoyable experience.

[@SangahNoona]

Nice story!

[@jorahkeys9310]

Hi Sanga. Just discovered you I’m Doing similar think. Very happy to see you on KZbin and hear you talking and of course playing It is awesome to know people like you are around Blessings

[@MaryVaughnMusic]

Definitely not boring! Very inspiring and exciting, you seem like someone who’d be easy to talk to!

[@botaco]

Thank you for making these distinctions. I will continue to listen forever.

[@laksmikarsono9013]

You are amazing! The ability to transfer the joy & energy should be highly appreciated

[@beinghappy101]

This was an amazing video! I watched your video for the first time and had to subscribe!! Your video was so much fun!

[@miggoy734]

Loving your honesty and candor! Thank you for all the insight. Subscribed. :)

[@franzlisztish]

Great Video! Thanks Sangah. The sound was very clear also.

[@calvin4290]

A question I was curious about for a while now. Thank you for the short talk on the two different types of players and the different things that go through your mind when deciding on what to play in that moment 🙂 It’s small considerations like those that help create a place and make people walk away from the lounge with a smile

[@dracuul78]

Fascinated by your stories and honesty, and that calm voice. You make it sound so unrewarding to be a lounge pianist, but at the same time you seem so passionate for what you do. Love your music, and my god, what a stunning appearance in that dress; I suppose that's what you got to wear in 5-star hotels 🤩

[@niuniu9276]

I like your skill of flexibility to play random songs! And I like your personality, thank you for cheering me up with your fantastic music:)

[@mboyd549]

Thanks for the education on the difference between a Jazz and Lounge artist. This will help me better describe why I'm so impressed with you!

[@SangahNoona]

I thank you Martin! ❤️👍🏻😉

[@quintonharvey1957]

Thanks for sharing your thoughts. I hope I can play as musically and freely as you eventually. But you also have the years and training as a pianist to where your fingers already can navigate the keyboard with ease. Guess I gotta keep practicing! New mic sounds great. Loving the channel

[@Hwkeye575]

I’m pretty impressed, thank you for this video.

[@deradler3261]

Interesting the differences you mentioned. I never really thought about it that way. I really like your videos and the fact that you are very responsive to the comments that are made about them.

[@LisaRSArt]

This is all very interesting point of views between the two musicians. I had no idea. Thanks for sharing, Sangah. Love to hear more points of views from you about music.

[@Panggor46]

Seems I've known you for years the way you connect with us. KZbin somehow made your presence for me, I don't know why. But that changed my perception and interest, the way you perform with a piano. It's like there's life with your presence, your connections. Hard to describe but I've fun. Thank you so much.

[@TheBatugan77]

I like when you imagine you have a concert at the Kennedy Center... And you kind of get overwhelmed (excited...) by it. Thank you for being so genuine. It's really nice. You're really nice.

[@NathanSMadsen]

This is really well explained - thank you!

[@Hwkeye575]

And you’re really amazing!!

[@dad7006]

Your way of talking is binding, I enjoyed this video till the end. Wish you good luck and health every single day Sangah

[@arentakaishi710]

Great video Sangah, very insightful. Keep up the great work as always. Keep safe ❤

[@botaco]

Someday I must find a way to see you play live. It was a very good discussion.

[@unopasomar]

Well, then you are both! 😊 You have guests in the hotel and you also have a huge audience here in this channel! 😉👍

[@SangahNoona]

Wow!! That’s that’s that’s real goooood point Chingyang!! Thank you!! ❤️👍🏻😉

[@pianoholic2007]

I finished watching this video and I enjoyed it pretty much. Thanks for doin' this.😁

[@miotakagi6398]

Not boring! Thank you for inspiration! You are incredible..💖

[@jmarcosoliver]

you really can play everything !! your dedication deserve success !!!

[@nancychang6823]

Really like your genuine personality, and cheerful attitude! Enjoy your chat!

[@mountainbiker6098]

Merry Christmas Sangah !! Your wonderful.

[@zoltanns]

Dear Sangah, I was looking forward to this topic video after you mentioned it in one of your previous videos. You summarized it very well! I'm a jazz pianist but worked as a lounge pianist on cruise ships years ago to save up money for my college studies. I agree with all your points. Besides, you are a great, wonderful musician, always enjoying to listen to your playing and watching your videos. Merry Christmas, Sangah!

[@SangahNoona]

Oh thank you Zoltan! You’re awesome! I also like your name! Merry Christmas Zoltan! 🎄❤️👍🏻😉

[@marconibezerra5867]

Não sei o que mais impressiona em você: seu talento, sua simpatia, ou sua expontaneidade? Na verdade deve ser o conjunto de tudo isso. Você é uma autêntica Superstar! E quanto à sua popularidade entre nós brasileiros, acho que ela se deve à semelhança com o tipo moleque, caloroso e descontraído que caracteriza a maioria do nosso povo!Descobri você,casualmente, a menos de um mês e parece como se fôssemos amigos a anos! Parabéns e Sucesso!!!

[@Antzzz_Manzzz]

I enjoy your take on lounge n jazz pianist 👏🏼👏🏼

[@jazzplayer59]

Playing to your guest is critical if you want to work...back in the day my trio played many lounges and hotels...sometimes staying 3 years or more in one location...reading your audience is very important and stay fresh with your additude and music...nice presentation on the difference between music lounge and jazz players.

[@burtblahnik6074]

Love your piano playing and love your video !

[@mage851]

Your video was interesting. Generally, I don’t put people, including musicians, under all-encompassing labels. You are by far the best “lounge musician” I have heard. I appreciate your ability to play just about anything and make it your own.

[@geralynpalacol9295]

Lol, yesssss I watched the whole thing!!! Very Interesting!!! God Bless you, Stay Safe out there😘

[@jJustPlayingNZ]

Enjoyed the serious dissection of the differences. I'm with you - "Variety is the spice of life"'. When I am in a bar where there is live music I usually take my drink and get closer to the musician(s), even talk with them (unless their body language tells me I'm not welcome😌). Way more interesting than the talk in the bar. Haha so you were a little self conscious about being serious? No need, after 15 years you are surely an expert! Sound is excellent by the way. 🙂

[@juniorkafi731]

i really like your channel thank you for making this world a better place!

[@camivaccalluzzo]

Love this video, helps me a lot thanks!!

[@emmah6045]

You are a MUSICIAN with a sensitivity to the audience for which you play! That is the best definition.

[@NatnaelMeles]

i am in love with THE WAY SHE TALKS and dont get me started with her , you are the best sangah

[@UkuleleCreations]

Great video! Insightful and informative. Thank you

[@kuuntelia10]

I LOVE Beatles,jazz,funk,blues and myself i play guitar,drums and keys.I listen to You a lot!!!!Thank You for Your wonderful performances on the net.

[@PianoforPleasure]

Yay I finished watching this video and I enjoyed it very much! As I was watching it, my husband came over and asked whether I’m thinking of becoming a lounge pianist (FYI I am a financial analyst and play piano as a hobby). And I told him that I just love your personality and interested in your musical journey ;-)

[@manuelm5664]

Thank you for explaining the difference between the two type of pianists, now we know. I appreciate live background music in lounges and restaurants. I'm glad you are flexible with the style and songs you play unlike other lounge pianists who are rigidly fixed to one style (maybe because that's all they know, lol). You're one of a kind talented artist. Your new Mic sounds loud and clear, awesome! What brand/model is it, just curious. Have a good Christmas! 🤗

[@sweetactionmax]

Your so fun to watch. Very likeable and entertaining. Good crazy, crazy good ha, adorable. Sweet video, makes people smile 😃

[@grimachim1356]

You are so funny ! It was not boring at all !!! thank you so much for your information and video ❤️

[@travellearn7937]

It's so important to stop and smell the flowers and enjoy the little things in life, I love music and even if its background music, live music is such a nice treat!

[@robertthomas6127]

Thanks for the insight. I found it very interesting, but too short. What a shame your break was not longer. Hope to see you again soon.

[@botaco]

I’ve thought a bit more about your discussion. It has helped me to make a covenant with your range of styles. I now approach listening to you the same way I read a novel. I try to develop a covenant with the writer to appreciate how they are conveying their story.

[@vinhomn]

Your explanation and your videos remind me of some parts in "The Legend of 1900" movie. Love it! 👍

[@rayswick4707]

I really enjoy waching your videos. You have such an awesome talent and you inspire us to be our best. I love the happy positive attitude you have towards your music.

[@SangahNoona]

I’m really happy to hear that Ray! You’re awesome! ❤️👍🏻😉

[@TheBatugan77]

You're brilliant at improvisational music, Sangha... Whatever you call it. And listening to you talk is every bit as great as the music...like your 'how I played...' tutorials (?). Funny, deep and very educational. One of these days, maybe a bunch of us YT fans should gang up and surprise you there in DC. That...would be FUN!

[@simonliddell1897]

It's very interesting , being able to get an empathy with the mix of guest at any moment and then being able to think of the piece of music you think fits is a improvised element that a jazz club home of improvisation doesn't dish out to musicians who are as you say their to perform. It's the ultimate form of people watching in a way, you are part of their conversation how aware of it they are is part of a social dynamic. I've just become aware of your channel from your 2,5,1 practice routine, which I am starting on as an evolution from my beginner voicings, jazzy ;-)

[@elpidiobautista8357]

Thanks for the Music you render and now you entertaintain through KZbin and we The spectators see you.Thanks Ms Sanga for comparison from Concert to Lounge or Hotel Musician. I remember long time ago with a friend and in Revolving Lounge at Top of the Building overlooking Manila Metropolis, and I enjoyed it ! Of course with Piano Player entertaining with his melodies ! You play so good and I am so much entertained. Thanks !

[@jaijeffcom]

You commented at the end about your video perhaps being “boring.” It certainly was not. In fact, I learned from you a crucial distinction, the difference between a member of an audience and a guest. You also highlighted your approach in engaging with guests, seeing them, connecting with them, and tailoring your selections for them. You are obviously very smart and display an integrity about being in the service of your guests, which illuminates well why you are so successful. I got a lot out of the message you shared for us.

[@TookMe20min2findThis]

Hello crazy girl! Been watching your videos for a while but this is the first time I comment. First of all needless to say that your are great, joyful and funny pianist. I love watching you play and learning tricks from you. I am by no means a pro pianist let alone a pianist if I compare myself to you :), but I do play the piano in my free time or for friends and family. This being said, I find your comment soooo true about your "listeners" not caring.. ! I find that discouraging (almost disrespectful in a a way) that people are unable to appreciate your talent and the many hours of work you have put in. Just to say that if I were one of them I`d surely be enjoying my time listening to you until the end of your gig!!! I guess one can only appreciate someone's talent when it is understood how hard it is to get there. Anyways, don't worry you have your "true" public and fans here. Keep on entertaining the one who cares :) .. Thank you.

[@maureengoebel3813]

You are amazing Sangah !!! Just love you and I have ask many of my students to watch and subscribe to you dear!I taught piono for 50 years and now I am retired am still playing lounge music at a 5star hotel just next to my condo ! Sooo fun ! I have produced many Korean students who came to study in Canada and a few are back in Seoul managing their very own successful studio! I am 3 times your age still playing !!! My Prof said musician are the highest paid individual !!! We get paid doing the job we love !!!! My guest fav request Clair De Lune !!!! God Bless You dear !!!

[@warrior3876]

Thank you for your insight just needed this at the moment.

[@SangahNoona]

Glad to hear that WARRIOR!! (I like that with your lion photo. 😏) ❤️👍🏻😉

[@warrior3876]

@@SangahNoona Thank You Music is my realm it's the Ying & the Yang it's not easy being me. Thank you again. You sure are versatile.

[@takkmoran2489]

Whether it's jazz or lounge or any other way you want to describe it, the bottom line is that whatever you do, it's always great! And no, this wasn't boring!! Thanks Sangah!!!!

[@SangahNoona]

Awwe... you’re so sweet Mark!!! Thank you always! ❤️👍🏻😉

[@joshuaking4139]

when she said if she’s sees a couple in love she plays romantic music. like YES. thank you for caring your job like that

[@Jestunes]

I love it. Actually feels like we're hanging out. Love your outfit and looking lovely as always. As far as the mic it sounds very clear no background sounds. Cool... It's 4am and I felt you were calling to me so I stopped by. take care and thanks for chatting...You seem like you need a big hug. Here's my ehug...:) It wasn't boring at all btw. it was a pleasure to feel like it was only you and I hanging out. Love you girl. Have a wonderful day...

[@SangahNoona]

Haha! I like that Ehug! ❤️👍🏻😉

[@jinolim64]

Holy Shi-! you're up to 36k subs now! you're getting big fast! congrats Sangah! *cough* i subbed when you were at 1k subs *cough*

[@okiepita50t-town28]

I would imagine one other difference is that you also get requests . At a Jazz concert or show you have a set list pretty much set in stone, as you said.

[@travisforsangahstyle2024]

Love your small talk.

[@allanbirmantas1695]

For some reason, this has brought back memories of playing dinner music as part of a 15 piece big band. Can you imagine? We had to keep the volume down to pp so that people could talk to each other. It was pretty weird.

[@kantib.anondewar8769]

Just 1 more personal preference: I've never cared much for jazz, to the extent that that can even be narrowly defined (but, loved La La Land out of both homesickness and loving the songs,----several of which I learned). I enjoy specific, identifiable pieces. Even my very favorite artists have done many tunes that I couldn't care less about simply because the melody or whatever just doesn't appeal to me. That doesn't mean that I think that it's bad, just that that specific melody, arrangement, whatever, doesn't do it for me. But, listening and watching you, Yuval Salomon, Ashley Jade, et. al., and really loving how it sounds, has been motivational and caused me to actually pay for sheet music so that I could learn that song. Probably 90% of the songs that I've learned to play this past year resulted from watching and listening to specific performances from you guys. So there. :)

[@Hyerim_Byun_Pianist]

I did really finished the video.And what a surprise that you come again like a different person haha I feel like I got a prize for having finished it haha

[@watthaile2053]

Yes I finished watching. Thank You.

[@clarktrafford2904]

MERRY CHRISTMAS Sangah! love your small talk, so what you're doing,.... YOURE PAYING ATTENTION!! CONSTANTLY PAYING ATTENTION! not everyone does! love your music and your person!

[@skillsunlimitedbyprescyg.t7503]

You are a great entertainer. Sharing difference bet. Lounge and and jazz pianist. Thanks. No dull moment with you, woman! You're so energetic! Keep up d good work. The power of Music is in youuuuu...mwahhhh. God bless...

[@heosoyoung_jazz]

너무 신기하게 언니가 내 알고리즘에 뜬거에요!!! 자주 언니가 생각나고 궁금했는데, 역시 멋진 삶을 살고 계시네요.. (약) 20년전에도 언니의 긍정 에너지에 힘을 얻었는데, 오늘 밤에도 받아가요.

[@versaillesjazzfest]

Hello Sangha, I don’t know precisely the difference between jazz and lounge pianist, and I don’t care. What I love when I listen to your video is to feel your internal rhythm. I am found of your left hand, how simple sometimes but how precise. Your are my piano teacher, I try to play as cool as you do. Listening your video is so useful for me. So thank you very much. (Philippe from France)

[@williamlarson2759]

It was a cool informative video! Great personality!

[@dweinschrott]

That distinction was helpful to me. I'm an an amature piano player who performs monthly for our "happy hour" at my retirement community and weekly at the Healthcare center at dinnertime. The "guests" are sitting around tables in conversation or eating their dinner so my playing is for background, not a performance. And I do use these times to improvise on the spot - not to display virtuosity (which is not in my skill level) or try to dazzle with a worked out arrangement. Instead I just give my fingers license and enjoy what happens. I do have some set lists I have created in the MobileSheetsPro software but often just go page by page though a Fakebook. At the health center my back is to the "guests" unless I take my digital piano to the venue. I will try to be more sensitive to the guests at Happy Hour. I really enjoy your style - especially you implementation of a walking base.

[@JeffRyan_88keys]

Sangah!!! I watched all 10 minutes. I agree with everything you said. So true about lounge pianists having guests as opposed to audiences. I have always loved the fact that I can read the room in between songs. I'll be playing oldies, then I might see kids with their parents and I start playing Disney, etc. I didn't mean to label you as a jazz pianist. I understand your point of view now and I agree. I only meant to say you play jazzy stuff well. I play everything as well. I do 10 decades. So, I constantly jump around from all decades and genres. That's the most fun. Yes, labeled jazz musicians can be really snobby and one dimensional. I jump from Sinatra, to the Beatles, to Rihanna, to Celine and Whitney. Lol High five to Lounge piano!

[@SangahNoona]

High five! ✋🏻❤️👍🏻👍🏻

[@josephbernardo22]

Sangah i really salute you especially your personality

[@SangahNoona]

Oh you’re awesome Joseph! ❤️👍🏻😉