So Very Hard To Go - Horn Section Cover

"So Very Hard To Go" from Tower of Power's 1973 album "Tower of Power"
Recorded by high school students in South Jersey
From left to right:
Trumpet 2 and solo: Adrian Ferrer
Trumpet 1: Alexander Clouting
Tenor Sax 1: Noah Kouhoupt
Baritone Sax: Jeremy Flores
Tenor Sax 2: Noah Kouhoupt (recorded off camera)
Disclaimer: There are spots where audio doesn't quite line up with video, this is because that audio was pulled from multiple takes, and paired with the video. the horns heard are all us :)
Audio recording and minor quantizing done in Logic Pro X
Microphones used are all SM57s
Camera is an iPhone XR, edited in DaVinci Resolve

[@SantiagoTM1]

It truly warms my Heart seeing these young men actually playing their musical instruments; making great music, than playing with their Game Controllers...

[@alanm5212]

These kids NAILED it! Absolutely flawless with a song from the 70"s. Good job Gentlemen!

[@noahkouhoupt]

Thank you Alan

[@jfelix3523]

Bari sax player nailed it!

[@noahkouhoupt]

He can really play!

[@11d7th]

That he did.

[@samsharp8539]

PROOF!! What more proof do you need that horns make it a hit! Something that we all accepted in the late ‘60s. Mighty fine guys.

[@noahkouhoupt]

We need it back! haha Thank you

[@crispinimini]

Congratulations guys, amazing performance.

[@oranperkins5807]

Greed took the brass sections out of music! 🤷🏾‍♂️

[@MesquiteBelt]

Does my heart good to see the next generation learning and playing good "old school" music!

[@billyrayvalentine7972]

My God I'm so proud of all of you. It warms my heart that this wonderful music will live on. I spent my 1970s as a fan of TOP and spent the 1980s as an engineer and producer. I love seeing young blood carrying the torch. Enjoy the ride. 🎶🎶🎵🎵

[@noahkouhoupt]

Thank you so much! Can't wait to record the next one

[@kathleenmatagulay1462]

Billy Ray Valentine! I’m so very proud also. Tears of joy & happiness for these talented young men. I also grew up w/TOP & amazes me to see new musicians! Keep pushing forward 🙏♥️💯✅

[@noahkouhoupt]

Thank you so much for your comment, It means alot!

[@kathleenmatagulay1462]

@@noahkouhoupt your very important in the industry you represent. For self & others looking for new music 🎼🎵🎼

[@gregrambo606]

@@noahkouhoupt What is hip? Is probably the next one that alot of people would like to see, from that same album simply titled Tower of Power (a super album). But might want to check out a song called "Only so much oil in the ground" by them if you want a real horns workout! From the album Urban Renewal. The 70's were just too cool! Glad to grow up as a kid when this came out (1973). Good job!

[@billdCT97]

the world needs more horns!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@noahkouhoupt]

Yes sir! Thanks for watching

[@Mike1960s-teenager]

Now - this is music!! These four guys are truly talented - great to watch & listen to.

[@danoweston6185]

These young guys are on it!!

[@kevinsimons3101]

My gosh, so great to see beautiful brass from the past being represented in today's world.

[@MrBlackbass59]

I always enjoy young people playing and appreciating QUALITY music. Keep it up, guys!

[@noahkouhoupt]

Thank you so much!

[@DaveM-FFB]

Years ago, listening to Chicago and Tower of Power inspired me to take up the trumpet and trombone. I didn't realize until recently, how many different instruments were used to produce this incredible song.

[@kenhdog]

Nice. Real musicians playing real music. Baritone Sax! Keep the horns alive guys!

[@oneworld4all412]

The future of great music. Take a bow men!

[@noahkouhoupt]

Thank you so much

[@off-trailseeking3965]

Sweet job on a great song!

[@barbarabonnette2705]

I grew up,listening to this music…..the horns were spot on! Thank you for the lovely memory! ❤️

[@jbme27]

So nice to see the younger people find that music we “oldies” like the oldies! Wonderful job fellas!

[@dace938]

No phones. No Madden 2021. No visible tats. No nose rings. Just kids doing what kids OUGHT TO BE DOING ! Bonus: 70's TOP ! Love this. Does this old heart good.

[@loveforpeople678]

wow that was awesome you kids nailed it

[@antonioblocker3292]

OMG great job I salute the young gentleman for keeping real music alive.

[@joeltucker1596]

Pure joy watching this!!

[@Moondoggy]

Man I love a baritone Sax. These youngmen are tight. Well done gents well done You are in the pocket , ride it...

[@bernardjones6162]

So great to see these young men enjoying great music!

[@bobe3250]

Love it!!! 👏

[@JimZim]

I literally got chills when you guys started playing. It was awesome to hear what you could do! I've been listening to this song for almost fifty years now, and have heard it so many times. This video, with the emphasis just on the horns, was an all-new way for me to hear this great old favorite. I love what you were able to do!

[@noahkouhoupt]

Wow, thank you! Glad you enjoy it!

[@mozdickson]

Same. We'll done guys.

[@TheMrAshley2010]

@@mozdickson same, again. Well done indeed. I started playing in my first cover band in 1975. Relied heavily on TOP, and our audiences loved it. Would do it again if given the chance.

[@cornishmaid9138]

Great job guys. You had this 68 year old swaying to the beat. 👍🥰

[@robertdowler3347]

Outasight,Thanks, The 1973 Classic Hit.

[@noahkouhoupt]

Yes Sir! Thanks

[@lorenzoramirez3414]

I miss this music style from the past....Wish it would make a comeback.

[@bronch1948]

Great cover job-Baritone outstanding!!!! Tower is best brass section since 30’s 40’s big bands and these youngsters did fabulous job

[@rhondag9717]

Thank you ... Bravo!! Love it, guys❤️✨✨✨

[@ceftx2375]

Grooved it, guys...excellent! The South Jersey Horns. 👍

[@noahkouhoupt]

Thank you sir!

[@rudyllamas6253]

Horn and woodwins! Good work. Memories.

[@MrSeanyboy38]

Great job, Noah. You all nailed it. Amazing!

[@noahkouhoupt]

Thank you Sean!

[@JohnnyJTav]

You guys picked a Very Good Song to Cover... Excellent.

[@noahkouhoupt]

I agree! Thank you

[@paulatristan8189]

Awesome guys it was great😁👍🏼🎉🎺🎷🎶

[@noahkouhoupt]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@danielchayra401]

these kids are AWESOME !!!!!

[@martinuribe4722]

Awesome 👏. Keep it up 👍

[@noahkouhoupt]

Thanks a lot 😊

[@CarlosFlores-gm7dv]

Awesome!

[@noahkouhoupt]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@jimlips]

Baritone Sax guy was flawless! I think it should be called BASS sax. :)

[@thefugitivefan]

This is awesome, great to see such great young men do a cover on a song which came out in April 1973!!! Great job guys and very impressive!

[@timmarkiewicz7898]

Stunning fellas!! Just stunning!!🤩🤩

[@noahkouhoupt]

Thanks so much!

[@SprolesThe2024]

Well done! This is terrific. I'm a tenor player, but this song makes me want to play bari! The Bari kid nails it!

[@RepriseFan]

Tremendous job guys, you rock!! Look forward to more videos of you guys doing classic songs. I think you'd be perfect doing one of Chicago's big hits and doing their horn section.

[@rku1949]

Emilio Castillo would be proud of these young men!!

[@talahib3668]

Wow! You're all fantastic! Great Job!

[@noahkouhoupt]

Thanks for watching!

[@mikelevand8272]

So beautiful to hear the horn section isolated. Fantastic melodies and harmonies from the Horns. really a very pleasant listening experience. Congratulations!

[@bobduke7734]

So very hard to go...I would rather sit and listen to you guys again and again.

[@noahkouhoupt]

That compliment means so much! Thank you

[@partime_spycrab3274]

Very nice!

[@noahkouhoupt]

Thanks!

[@joegerard8768]

True Grit nailed it.🤟🎼🎵👍

[@photogenic2010]

woW.. Perfect brass execution.. I am impressed.. You guys are great ! TOP lives again ! (Australian supporter)

[@noahkouhoupt]

You rock! Thanks

[@photogenic2010]

@@noahkouhoupt Are you in the band Noah? I have a project in mind.

[@davidhudson2527]

Young Bloods Can Blow! 🎺🎺🎷🎷 They Bad! 💪🏿❤️

[@gregglockhart9551]

Most enjoyable! Fantastic job guys! Thank you!

[@carolmoore1285]

JUST EXCELLENT - I LOVE TO LISTEN TO THEM

[@bjornnilsen6953]

Great job guys! Jeremy really nails it filling in on Doc's part - great full tone! Adrian plays the solo in a way that would make Greg Adams proud! Again, well done! Keep up the hard work!

[@noahkouhoupt]

They really do fill it out. Thank you for your comment!

[@jefesmama]

Brilliant. Couldn't have picked a better song. Well done.

[@2mcarp]

Fantastic!! Thanks for sharing.

[@mattkentosh8331]

More proof on why schools need to keep music programs going! Outstanding job!!

[@noahkouhoupt]

We all met in middle school band. Thanks for your comment

[@McQScot]

This just popped up in my feed. So fun to hear the horn section highlighted. More please!

[@user-qt8gt3qo7p]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽 This is what music is about, these young musicians weren't even thought of when this classic song was created. Music, especially great music is timeless and universal. You young men are truly talented musicians! Please continue to create great music that will be timeless. 👍🏾

[@erasmusmonk]

East bay baby..Great job gents-

[@victorjesusreyesvargas3514]

ouhhhh fantastic.....beatiful metals...congratulations...from puebla mex

[@noahkouhoupt]

Thank you very much! ¡Muchos gracias!

[@IsabelDiazJr]

Well Done Gentleman...Very Well Done....

[@vinceq1036]

Excellent fellas. The bari makes it.

[@backonstageapp]

Nice job getting those hight notes trumpet guys! TOP is THE best music for horn sections. Love it!

[@DCronk-qc6sn]

Youngsters crushing it! Nice!

[@bantomate4]

Awesome; keep the arts alive at all ages!

[@noahkouhoupt]

Thank you!

[@jeffreyrussell2202]

this is so great...you guys did a phenomenal song proud

[@noahkouhoupt]

Thank you Jeffrey!

[@juliusbryant1610]

Good cover guys !!!!

[@pedal4ever]

You sound fantastic guys! TOP would be proud.

[@DanielMartinez-it8vg]

Talent at it's best , very good brass section great job all

[@davidmccoy3174]

Excellent music is in very good hands with this group of musicians.

[@dasvtx]

Nice work! Great song for a horn section to cover.

[@noahkouhoupt]

Very good song! Thank you

[@raimundoburciaga8094]

That baritone sax!

[@illeonebuono749]

once more with a little feeling.😍

[@TurboMan51]

This horn section is str8 🔥 sho would love to hear them jam on some of STAX records hits..loving this one tho.👍💯😎

[@AW-yj6md]

So very, very awesome, ya'll were on point,..I'm so very ecstatic, impressed.,,go young people, keep diving into this oldie but goodie music, back in the day it paid to be in band in school, so many groups utilized horn sections, virtually every group, and not to mention groups like Sergio Mendes, Herb Albert and the Tijuana Brass., jazz groups, ohh God,..so many examples for you, do keep going, a rich pool of music almost made for, geared for horn sections,..it's old music, but you may one again be in high demand, Godspeed, Peace ✌

[@noahkouhoupt]

Thank you for your comment! Much appreciated

[@Dan0yellh]

Great job guys! You bring out a harmony at 1:11 that can’t be heard on the record.

[@MultiRichrichrich]

Go boys!!!!!

[@toml5963]

Old school T.O.P. Best horns ever in the business. You couldn't have picked a better band! Keep it up. Subscribed because of this. (The "moves" come later!)

[@861nunya]

Wow! You guys gave me goose bumps. Great song and harmony.

[@noahkouhoupt]

So glad, happy you enjoyed

[@paulsteezo1772]

THE FUNKY DOCTOR!

[@alwill1528]

Fantastic, lads!!!

[@CantiloupeIsland]

Nice keeping it alive. From TOP to Moon Hooch. Let's hear it for the Horns...

[@yveslanglois5036]

Adrian Ferrer, Alexander Clouting, Noah Kouhoupt, Jeremy Flores .... your work is impressive! Thank you for keeping music alive. All the best in your future endeavors Gentlemen 👏🎼🎵🎶

[@MrSteveG58]

Thanks for sharing the names. Great job guys!!

[@clarenceconwell6183]

Love you guys! Keep up the great work!

[@user-oz5rn1bk7x]

Bravo!!!! Excellent, keep up the good work.

[@deborahjackson6108]

Awesome!!!! 👏👏👏👏

[@lucstendingnewsvideos]

Hey guys, You are wonderfull! Keep up the great work!

[@jahl14]

Awesome!!

[@stefanthalen5932]

Well done gentlemen! Keep playing!

[@davejessee2530]

So happy to see this! Great job guys!

[@karlalethlean6214]

These guys are great!!

[@redbull1749]

wow 😮 These guys are amazing 😯

[@martins5476]

Tough song to play but you nailed it especially the trumpet solo! You guys are the future TOP HORNS so keep posting and watch where your talent takes you all! Suggestion; I like "The South Jersey Horns". Nice name? Please keep posting.. Peace & Gratitude to. U

[@christopherrodriguez4140]

If only this can come back

[@lv2rdhonu783]

Beautiful 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@andreapilon8914]

wow !!!

[@michaelcarrubba5518]

WOW 😎

[@pagpatpottsy26]

You guy's are great!

[@mike54saxing]

I’m a Sax player myself. I played TOP back in the 70s. You might dig “What is Hip” and “Soul Vaccination”. Back then we wore out LPs picking out parts. Way to go! Thanks