Cory Henry - "Amazing Grace" - Live at The Red Room @ Cafe 939

Cory Henry is a multi-instrumentalist and producer. His primary instrument is the organ, and he began playing at the age of two. At the age of six, he competed at the Apollo Theatre and made it to the finalist round. Since his teens, the list of the people that Henry has worked with has grown at a breathtaking pace. It includes Yolanda Adams, Sara Bareilles, Stanley Brown, Ray Chew and the Crew, and P. Diddy, among many others. This virtuoso leaves audiences speechless with his solos.
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[@brianthompson2089]

Corey is a master at staying inside the song while exploring the fringes!

[@teflo2]

Well said!

[@imartincea]

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[@shaunhlatshwayo9832]

True he never loses the melody.🤞🏽🤞🏽🤞🏽🔥🔥🔥

[@littlelamb2112]

That’s sorta what jazz is. Good to see modern musicians are still bringing that genre to today’s listeners. A little Coltrane type shifting between melodies.

[@isaipineda8028]

@@littlelamb2112 jazz is going back into the mainstream slowly. With some people adding jazz improv in their music like Charlie Puth and some doing bossa nova nowadays like the song "Girl From Brazil" which was huge which samples "The Girl From Ipanema" It's here, people are slowly starting to appreciate it in the mainstream and using it to make pop lmao, it's all good tho, music is varied and that's why it's fun.😅

[@jttaylor5473]

Can we take time to appreciate how well mic'd this piano is like......!!

[@dangelobenjamin]

Jaytee Tayla i can

[@willmin439]

Yes

[@pianomatheus]

I've noticed it on his first note

[@apwasapwas]

Funny to find this video. I was the FOH engineer for this concert. So, appreciate you liking the mic'ing technique. :)

[@powerblaze2u]

@@apwasapwas care to share?

[@johnbresnik]

He either is now or is soon to become the Art Tatum of the 21st Century - he's playin' stuff I've never heard before and I've been a jazz piano player since 1955.

[@TimberWolf336]

Check out Jacob Collier while you're at it. The two of them are the best in the biz!

[@Yornek1]

woooooooooow that's truly amaizing

[@diplamatikjuan3595]

His creativity is amazing

[@vibratoryuniverse308]

Lol

[@marcaventtchona7184]

How old are you bruv?

[@misheckkaluba2613]

I've got the same piano he is playing, but it makes a different noise when I play it

[@GrumpyStormtrooper]

Misheck Kaluba wish i had anything near like this piano :((( at least i have an acoustic one, very out of tune, used up and from the 60s, but an acoustic piano.

[@keyskhoza]

You not cory hendry its your hands😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

[@joel.ds.m]

What piano is he playing?

[@skfoxjrxzz5051]

There must be something wrong with the piano then

[@georgeclayton]

Bro, that's one really expensive piano you have there!

[@RoyalBlue43]

*Plays the IV chord* jazz bros: "OOOO!!"

[@RestFunction]

kek

[@Vininn126]

Do you mean III? at the beginning?

[@RoyalBlue43]

@@Vininn126 I dont even remember writing this comment tbh, but I think I was just commenting on how people will "woo" at anything. Although you're right that first "woo" is when he goes to III7

[@millyrock5105]

@@RoyalBlue43 At the beginning they're wooing because they recognize what song's being played

[@mark.lawrence]

come on guys the audience are just acknowlodging the performance about to be played. & what a performance.

[@godlyking3927]

After a year and 2 months of watching I finally can do that run at 2:18🤣

[@HenryArko]

Good for u

[@severinkoffitogbedji8910]

Lol

[@GrumpyStormtrooper]

that's some oscar peterson shit

[@adrianblade5015]

You bad then....that part is DOPE

[@adrianblade5015]

I love the one at 3:06 WOW

[@UkuleleAversion]

I love how he quickly builds and cuts the dynamic level- like a singer would- makes his playing more intense. And what a wonderfully acute sense of touch!

[@uraharamitchell7250]

I had to cut it off at 0:46, WWAAAAAY too much syrup in this boy's playing. The Doctor told me to cut down on the sugar intake, and Cory was just gonna throw me into the most insane BINGE!! MY GOD THIS BOY CAN PLAY A PIANO!

[@curtisbritcher7373]

Listening is worth risking pain, suffering... even death. Could you think of a better way to go then Cory’s playing in thine ears!

[@imartincea]

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[@uraharamitchell7250]

@@curtisbritcher7373 My friend...I cannot.

[@streetwise8707]

I hear you. I got a cavity listening !!!

[@ebonykaleidoscope]

You would tear up just about any black church with this....before the preacher started preaching. I would love to experience that one day....

[@MisterClaks]

he do it for the glory of god. bless this man

[@zteaxon7787]

No god just an amazing ball of atoms hurtling down space with this guy on it.

[@fooni7400]

@@zteaxon7787 go ask cory henry that

[@rvsamsung77]

Amen! For our Lord and Savior Jesus Christ

[@shmian4375]

his walk down the piano at 2:43 is UNREAL!

[@antonitobing]

so unreall !

[@HuggumsMcgehee]

Shmian I think I'll post a small video of what he's playing right there. It's not really that complex actually.

[@MessiPedroBojanVilla]

So f*****g good, I've started to write it down, but still very hard to do it!

[@Joshuwashi]

HuggumsMcgehee explain🤔

[@ermharriable]

All Oscar Peterson drop 2 style

[@delealgladney2423]

*stands up with my church handkerchief and throws it at my phone* Let the Lord use you, Baby! You bettah PLAY! 😁😁😁

[@DatAnydeks]

He’s crying at the end because he truly played unto the One who gave him the gift. Jesus Molina does the same. Both are Christians. AMAZING talent and skill.

[@nattysmithmusic7236]

This was the first song his mum taught him that’s why he broke down. He just needs to know his mum would be so proud of him. Blessings from London.

[@samcooke343]

I love that subtle kick drum he's putting underneath it with his foot. Pure genius.

[@Marlopiano18]

No sir... Left foot stomping Art Tatum style!

[@MaghoxFr]

Does he have one of those stomp piezo boxes?

[@HammondB200]

you're overthinking

[@juliuszmazur4835]

Sam Cooke v

[@cocoachunky9619]

Sam Cooke Lol that’s literally the only thing he’s doing that isn’t genius. I’m pretty sure tapping your foot while playing isn’t very challenging or even innovative.

[@shirley9529]

One other thing! I read some of the other commnets. They were finding it difficult with trying to describe what they heard while listening to Cory. Basically what he does is "indescribably other worldly and anointed. I read somewhere that both his parents are deceased! I think they both died when he was quite young. They were both in the church and I thought I also read his mom was a pianist. Apparently, he was raised by his grandmother! There is a video of him sitting at the organ at about 5 or 6 years old! I think his mother is shone standing near him in the background. I have never met his parents, but somehow I imagine both his parents still watching and protecting him! There was an unusual aura hovering over Millenium Park as I heard him perform with his band, The Funk Apostles! The entire world should have been listening! That concert brought a lot of different types of people together in the segregated and violent City of Chicago, Illinois! I hope the world will continue listen to and support all the concerts of Cory Henry and the Funk Apostles.We anticipate his return to Chicago Someday! God Speed, Cory!

[@florisdejong1512]

3:12 gave me chills

[@kirjian]

the whole freakin thing gave me chills

[@shirley9529]

A Letter to Cory Henry: I hear you Cory! And I want to whole world to hear you! Your music truly comes from the Soul! It is cleansing and healing and what the entire world needs right now! I am an older lady who had been following your career for many years! So, when I finally heard you would be in Chicago, performing at Millenium Park, I went downtown! The crowd consisted of every kind of people! They were all vibing together on one accord. It's like the entire Chicago stopped the violence, and all the other negativity during your performance! Your music brought our segregated city together like I have never seen before! I offered to take you and your band to dinner sometime and you said you would hold me to it! We will surely be anticipating your return to Chicago someday! You were so gracious and even took a picture with me, as we lined up to buy your album! Thanks and God Speed to you, your band the Funk Apostles, and your entire listening audience!

[@jameshay884]

This man has got to be named a national treasure. Really, an International treasure, but the world is hardly ready to get organized for that. And arguing against that international recognition thing, the travel might just wear him out sooner. Better that he should get to live comfortably and go where he wants to go, and continue playing. Stay healthy and carry on, Mr. Henry.

[@corpeningd]

Simply anointed! He plays with such passion that 'it seems' that he brings tears to his own eyes. Always keep God first and remember that only what you do for Christ will last. Love ya DOC :-)

[@StephenFasseroMusic]

Funny you say this because I saw Cory live and he did get moved to tears by the end of the performance. He brings the spirit to this world strongly, no doubt!

[@brycebaliko7050]

John West what makes you say that? Genuinely curious lol

[@_sonicfive]

Please explain what you mean by “anointed “

[@alexcloud1877]

Boy I wish I could play like him for real for real! I've started playing when I was nine years old. And I kinda lost track as I got older. So y'all pray for me that I be as good as cory henry on the piano, organ ,and keyboard.

[@wesleyschunk1256]

It is a gift from God to hear someone play like this. truly just resonates with my spirit.

[@rodneyskinnermusic]

I got mad respect for this guy Cory is simply incredible. New York's got it going on with all of these stellar first class musicians. Great musicality, perfect pitch, great timing, approach, discipline, & just pure enthusiasim makes a great musician.

[@elleondejuda4681]

You said he has perfect peach?

[@b00i00d]

Cory's peach, lol... You don't need perfect pitch to be an awesome musician mate! Lets keep it real!

[@abisamraj4408]

@@b00i00d does he really have perfect which can you give me some proof

[@b00i00d]

+abi samraj I think you read too much and got your people and comments wrong - check yourself! (clue: I'm not the one who said he's got perfect pitch...)

[@Jazmeyne]

@@javiallenx I'm 5 years late but this needed correcting LOL. Cory is 100% from Brooklyn, NY.

[@joelbenniefield2274]

Amazing grace;how sweet the sound. This is where we church folks came from.this is the heart and soul of the church; where God brought us from,Amen somebody.

[@guitaristmathewsloan8006]

Man, this guy's amazing! His piano style reminds me of Ray Charles, his groove something like Stevie Wonder. He is a great!!!!

[@cornelmasson4610]

I watch this video at least once a year.

[@Immeka_Media]

Man I watch so much of Cory video I'm obsessed lol. Brother your parents would be proud of you. God bless you Cory Henry. I pray I can play half as good as you one day

[@swifftouch]

This man's feel is incredible. and He has his eyes shut the whole time!

[@taglor]

He was born a boy but over time is becoming a piano. Once he's got pedals for feet the metamorphosis is complete 🎹 🦶🏻🦶

[@narviawilliams2340]

The Heavenly Father 🔱 has blessed Cory Henry to play the organ and piano in the mighty name of JESUS 👑! !

[@kjracing007]

This is the most crazy and most amazing Amazing Grace on piano I've ever heard in my life. Speechless.

[@megaminiman]

I think the phrase pure genius gets thrown around a lot, and it now has not enough meaning to convey how I feel about what I just heard. Bravo, Cory Henry. You are a true master of your craft.

[@bigwood6470]

Cory is such an amazingly talented musician that he leaves you delightfully shaking your head from the disbelief of how good he really is. Such an incredible talent.

[@kitty2pat]

That was worth the admission costs alone ! Simply beautiful.

[@victormashatt6358]

The guys amazing. There’s piano playing then there’s kicking butt on it. That’s what he does.

[@josepedropaiva1277]

Everybody please download this video on your computers. If someday KZbin dies, I am still going to need to watch this on a daily basis.

[@selftrue670]

Here's the thing: It is difficult enough to play the piano that well, and with such dynamic range. But Cory also plays organ---which is entirely different in so many ways. To master both is beyond incredible--and he does it like its nothing. Pure, undeniable genius.

[@AA-go2se]

He makes it look simple, but there is so much knowledge and skill! And, of course, feeling and control - he always knows exactly where he is and where he is heading to. Of course, he does not go a straight line, he may spontaneously sway, or even change the destination but always staying in control. He just breathes and sings, not plays.

[@kevinjackson4457]

Cory Henry has lost his mind!! And I Love It!!😂😂😂😂😂

[@Rhythmicons]

Dang was he crying? The greatest keyboardist of our generation right there.

[@WeeZerRascal]

Thank you Cory. Oscar would be proud!!!!!

[@treymoodyjr9875]

I cried and he cried as a Church we cried together.

[@diamondwebb5749]

Woke up listening to that tribute video first. Then I pad around looking for anything with Corey Henry stamped on it.

[@jacquelinejarrett2519]

I like how he starts if off simple then completely destroys it

[@saleenjazz87]

3:17 to 3:22 .... how powerful was that... God bless you Henry

[@andreasolsson8135]

He must have totally in the zone for this one

[@PaulsonJeanty]

hmm the roots is in Cory Henry, I felt that. Gifted brother.

[@JamelLorick]

I truly believe some people just come on youtube or social media sites just to hit the "dislike" button. How can anyone seriously hear this & dislike it? This guy is beyond amazing & humble. Dislike or hate on people who suck or are overjoyed, not on great artists. Cory is already in his short life one of the GREATEST to ever do it. A true prodigy. Let's celebrate & appreciate this musical genius.

[@markielinhart]

He plays the piano like he plays the B3 Hammond! Remarkable 👏🌹🇦🇺✌️

[@cornelmasson4610]

Stop it! No-one can be this good, wow!

[@kixr1]

I had to watch it 3 times in a row

[@riiscreatives7451]

George Duke ofour time. Cory is a beast who's polished his gifting.

[@tozzi7754]

Oh,yes! He is the The gift artist today ! So set him free please,we have to listen his music, don’t rush him,just listen music from the distance,,

[@scottkb2000]

There's no one like Corey Henry...most amazing rendition ever!

[@simplymelodicmeissimplyme237]

Never can hear ENOUGH OF CORY HENREY

[@taylordoyle4927]

I feel like he offers up a piece of his soul when he plays for people. Goosebumps my dude. Tears maybe..

[@mikekincaid]

Already in love with him , his playing, his finger movements, his sound. Wow 🙏❤️ I could listen to him all day long. 🙌🏼

[@joaquinmaturana8751]

Cory Henry is undoubtedly a master at what he does, but here I see more glory to men than to God .. greetings!

[@isaacdrewes6926]

Wow, what a fucking pagan

[@diamondwebb5749]

Praise God!

[@Amateur2k]

The piano sounds in the hands of Cory like it doesn't in any other person's hands. There's something about this style of articulating music that piano trained players don't explore. It's the fluidity of chord transitions that prepares complex runs to explode with immense dexterity, it's where words don't describe the whole package he's able to deliver!

[@mark.lawrence]

classically trained pianist here. & i ain't fit to lace this mans boots. not even one boot in fact.

[@SebastianFreislebenPianist]

So often heard but I can't say why it is so good. It must be magic.

[@brycebaliko7050]

Sebastian Freisleben the answer is right in what the song is about my friend :)

[@flowerbirds2961]

Praise GOD ❤️❤️❤️💯❤️❤️YOU PLAYED THAT!!!!

[@queencanislupusofthewolfpa2247]

Beautiful!!! he sounds like Ray Charles at the beginning of the song. Awesome!! OMG!! DOING THE FOOL ON THOSE IVORY KEYS. YES!!!

[@thengnetworkcc]

Two people sitting at one piano couldn't duplicate this!

[@Texasthebigboss]

+Bigtombowski for sure Richard smallwood n maybe Pj Morton

[@AwesomeMan2696]

you cant duplicate his mind, thats the point. sure if people transcribed this, they could duplicate it. but cory has such a creative and unique mind!! now that cannot be duplicated by anyone!

[@nhaezer5121]

Clay Horton What of a Quennel Gaskin and Mike Bereal? 😂

[@BarakaWaya]

NHaezer Qunnel can do like this and more

[@sampianoboy3360]

wow..its a big dream for me for having such as beautifull jazzy worship like you sir...

[@manskiptruck]

The crowds reaction at the start was awesome.

[@JoshuaHults]

This takes a TON of hard work and dedication + the mercy of God to achieve! Man this is seriously Crazy

[@Clarinet69]

Ooooo maaaazzzziiing grayyyy how sweet the sound

[@Mike-dm5zg]

2:44 give me the chills

[@alank808]

Truly amazing graze. No pun intended. Pure noodling with style.

[@adrianblade5015]

He unreal...and thats a understatement. Amazing Grace played amazingly and the sound was too sweet

[@CongoSupa]

Been watching this man for a good while now. Out of the box it's where greatness lives, & he's truly figured that out

[@joehernandez5600]

What a beast! This guy is supernatural!

[@zteaxon7787]

Legend what the hell is this talent.

[@bethcas]

3:42 That sounds amazing, how it goes up and back

[@kinarniapaenoa7683]

play from the heart. ...

[@sandratinsley8899]

You are extra special. I love you play the Oregon. It’s just beautiful. God bless you.❤

[@DONOTS]

Amazing. Pianist, gift of God

[@ReinholdFriedrichAuer]

extra ordinary good version - I love it

[@juanestevesociales]

I'm in tears too

[@DatAnydeks]

To not look at the keyboard and play like that ... proves the music is already in him and the piano is simply the tool to express it. On the Hammond he is yet more impressive I think. The videos of Cory at 3 and 4 years old playing are amazing.

[@Wadel2105]

I listen to this at least 3x a day

[@SojuNinja]

He look like Jamie Foxx's Django with them shades.

[@imartincea]

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[@valentinasanchez5757]

Yes! I thought the same when i saw the movie

[@bme4285]

I play the piano, not well I might add, but it always amazes me when I watch masters play and the way the never look at the keyboard when playing; even when playing very fast. I guess maybe if I were to play more than once a month, I may improve :-)

[@virginiaorru6848]

!st time hearing this young man and have to get any and all of his recordings. Now I know why I love jazz!

[@DJewel-vy6uo]

Cory you are the fine wine of Heaven.

[@celiapia]

Love love love...

[@rhondawilson7750]

WOW! What a GOD given talent. Love it!

[@alvarc3675]

He embraces gospel and that makes him even more special

[@logos7logos7]

Awesome!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@estebanambriz5518]

Only God could give him such a stunning talent.

[@Emanual0607]

Absoluuuuuutely Fantastic!!!!!!!

[@Blazouf33]

Just amazing !!! 👏 ☺️ Incredible!!!!

[@alexandermarch5943]

Amazing, amazing, amazing...

[@g4bbsff262]

existe pessoas que sabem tocar... outras (Kory) nasceram pra isso 👏👏👏

[@souledfreak2020]

This makes me smile alot !!!!!!!!!

[@soulstalker6]

Thanks Bert for bringing me here!

[@isaacarussi5822]

to think that i got to play this exact piano that this absolute beauty and art was created on. it’s a very very nice piano

[@RavenYan]

impressionstic gospel! i dig it

[@Chris3141592]

Graceful and amazing. Exactly as described. Fabulous at every level of fabulous!