The Monsters Inc Theme Is Unironically Really Good.

[@CharlesCornellStudios]

Trying something different this year! Your support has been absolutely incredible this holiday season. I honestly just figured it was unnecessary to raise the price of the bundle after Black Friday, at least until the end of the year. Especially when I know there's stuff out there that's literally thousands of dollars, I personally feel like getting you STARTED is more important than just charging as much as possible, idk. Merry Christmas, Happy Holidays, etc etc I just hope you all have a great end to 2024. If you feel like starting your piano journey, I'm here for you. shop.betterpiano.com/

[@marcusyates3044]

Happy Holidays, Charles Cornell! Which is better? You Got a Friend in Me or If I Didn't Have You?

[@Joshmiller96]

Thank you for marking this so far down! I've been wanting to learn piano but couldn't spend hundreds to do it. $99 is an absolute steal.

[@alwinjoseph8413]

3:49 for a second there it sounded like “Bridge Over Troubled Water” by Simon and Garfunkel

[@m4rior4li]

Love yout content! If I already bought your bundle a year ago, will I get access to intro to piano 2.0 once it comes out?

[@Oberkobold]

Could you maybe take a look at the Lord of the Rings soundtrack? It's my absolute favourite film score because of the genius motific writing. Lately I've really been enjoying "Gollum's Song" - I think it's harmonically very interesting

[@bmsonic7468]

I'm only 2 minutes in but I have to say what makes your videos most compelling to me is your infectious enthusiasm for just being in awe of fantastic pieces of music.

[@michael-ph3jn]

its the same with all his videos

[@Positive_Tea]

He likes that Christian crank (coffee lol)

[@billyalarie929]

It’s all enthusiastic, all the way down

[@janiomichniewski8877]

Thats why he appears to me as kinda not natural. Its kinda not natural to me that hes in awe with every song he records

[@I-AM-IS]

@@janiomichniewski8877 he likely only covers songs he’s already enthusiastic about, like I’ve never seen him analyze a Limp Bizkit tune for instance

[@basanova22]

A lot of nonsense internet memes are derived from genuinely well made art. That's part of why the memes take off. I just hope the silliness of the memes don't make people take those sources less seriously or devalue them. Monsters Inc has become a well for memes, but it is actually very good at many things. Thank you for highlighting one of those things.

[@Simon-is2xd]

Except for the ”whoppers” song…

[@cosmicspacething3474]

Loss is literally supposed to be one of the most emotional moments in the entire webcomic it’s from

[@SomethingWellesian]

Now I gotta look up if Charles has ever done a video on The Moon from Duck Tales. Edit: yup, there it is! kzbin.info/www/bejne/pGfTimyipK2WgJIsi=au1uq_Z9P5Hs1kxF

[@dude_thats_rowin]

@@cosmicspacething3474it just like, completely fails at it

[@ombrenightcores]

I made a comment on a different video by a completely different content creator talking about this. There are so many songs that are incredible works of music that often aren’t taken seriously anymore simply because they’re associated with a silly joke. Like for pop examples, Marvin’s Let’s Get It On or Imogen Heap’s Hide & Seek. Both are good individual songs but no one can really listen to them without thinking of the memes that use them. Which sucks, because then they’re often labeled as “dumb” or “you actually like this song?” because all anyone can think about is comedic sëx scenes or slow motion melodramatic dëath scenes instead of the art it is

[@peteypablo09]

3:36 funny he said that because yes. This is LITERALLY a jazz standard haha. It's called "Rockin' Chair". I'm a little surprised Charles didn't know it. My fav recording is with Louis Armstrong and Jack Teagarden and it's also on youtube!

[@thomaserickson9598]

Winner winner! I got the same answer -- my memory version is Alvino Rey, Rockin' Chair (Hoagy Charmichael, 1929). Great call, music historian!

[@allenlutins]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/aoS1qJ6DgduLjdk

[@Pmf95k]

I thought it was dolphin dance.

[@robbiethemann]

Specifically sounds like the Bechet Trio version though, especially when they go double time.

[@robbiethemann]

(Mixed with moments of 'Deed I Do')

[@DragonsDenBooks]

More Randy Newman! More Randy Newman! He is an absolute MASTER. Would love to see more videos with his music.

[@randomgaming6808]

his solo music before film making was like some soulless white ray charles, but then he hit the big screen and the guy became glen miller

[@English_Thespian]

Not surprising he's good at film music. The Newmans are a film composing dynasty. Btw this man did not just call Randy Newman a soulless white ray charles. Must be a hard life being that wrong.

[@Drewbie176]

​@@randomgaming6808 Randy Newman really isn't comparable to Ray Charles, he's doing something entirely different. It's apples and oranges.

[@evanbluz946]

​@@randomgaming6808Wrong opinion

[@WilliamFord972]

Newman is in the Big 5 living film greats, among Williams, Zimmer, and Shore.

[@birdlad]

In my head, this IS a standard. Not just this fast version, but also the slower version with John Goodman and Billy Crystal singing. I’m a band director and I gave it to my jazz band as one of their contest tunes! Great melodies, great for solos, it’s the whole damn package.

[@NightmareNate]

what arrangement do you use??? trying to get my director on board lol

[@birdlad]

@ the John Berry arrangement, it’s available on JW Pepper. I highly recommend it!

[@CaptainWizard3000]

Check out the Hoagie Carmichael tune “Rockin’ Chair”

[@daveslamjam]

if i were a rich man....

[@voidify3]

@@birdladthere’s a music source named after the racist sheriff from that James Bond movie???

[@audiobutcher]

Would love a theory breakdown of When She Loved Me in Toy Story 2. Some beautiful chord progressions and the middle section is just painfully gorgeous.

[@kpdelaney6460]

Same

[@ieaiaio9]

Another KZbinr named Listening In did a video about that song.

[@wtwrush]

@@ieaiaio9I LOVE listening in and that’s a great video

[@justinleonard2304]

That songs hurts in my soul

[@NateDaBestest]

Fr

[@FSAPOJake]

I've always absolutely loved this theme. It's been living rent-free in my head since I was a little kid, long before I ever [somewhat] understood music theory.

[@Aleksandr_Skrjabin]

Same, It's amazing

[@geitekop507]

1:31 Giant steps spotted

[@KirkKiyosadaTome]

As a soprano sax player, the Monsters, Inc. theme is my absolute favorite. From the same soundtrack, Boo's Going Home always makes me cry. Thanks for another super fun vid!

[@Luchi1123]

Fully agree as a trombone player, we played this song last year as part of concerts. It’s amazing

[@MusicByVolts]

I’m playing it rn

[@brendenschatz1748]

I have been reaffirmed that adding this song to my jazz playlist was _not_ a mistake

[@ParkerReincke.]

I've been waiting for this video 0:11

[@ArmyOfThree1000]

Best version

[@KevinMcBride7]

The intro is just a more upbeat version of “If I didn’t have you” from the movie. I always liked how both were used.

[@Rosadon]

how have I NEVER put that together. Amazing

[@trompeta79]

That's this song though? Lyrics If I were a rich man With a million or two I'd live in a penthouse In a room with a view And if I were handsome No way It could happen Those dreams do come true I wouldn't have nothing if I didn't have you Wouldn't have nothing if I didn't have Wouldn't have nothing if I didn't have Wouldn't have nothing Can I tell you something? For years I have envied You're green with it Your grace and your charm Everyone loves you, you know Yes I know, I know, I know But I must admit it Big guy you always come through I wouldn't have nothing if I didn't have you You and me together, that's how it always should be One without the other, don't mean nothing to me nothing to me Nothing to me Yeah I wouldn't be nothing, if I didn't have you to serve I'm just a punky little eyeball, and a funky optic nerve Hey I never told you this, sometimes I get a little blue Looks good on you But wouldn't have nothing if I didn't have you Let's dance Haha Look ma, I'm dancin'! Will you let me lead? Look at that it's true, big guys are light on their feet Don't you dare dip me, don't you dare dip me, don't you dare dip me Ow, I should have stretched Yes I wouldn't be nothing, if I didn't have you I know what you mean Sully, because I wouldn't know where to go Me too, because I- Wouldn't know what to do Why do you keep singing my part? I don't have to say it Aww, say it anyway 'Cause we Both know it's true I wouldn't have nothing if I didn't have I wouldn't have nothing if I didn't have I wouldn't have nothing if I didn't have you Wouldn't have nothing if I didn't have you One more time It worked! I don't have to say it Where'd everybody come from? 'Cause we both know it's true Let's take it home, big guy I wouldn't have nothing if I didn't have I wouldn't have nothing if I didn't have I wouldn't have nothing if I didn't have You, you, you A-E-I-O, that means you, yeah

[@KevinMcBride7]

@ that’s the one. The opening theme changes the style and makes it instrumental.

[@PiotrBarcz]

They're the same tune though

[@KevinMcBride7]

⁠@@PiotrBarczRight. That is what I am saying. They are different versions of the same tune. I love both versions. There is another version with JUST Randy Newman singing too.

[@kadenhansen]

Jazz seems like that care-free feeling you get when you wanna just chill out. My bet is they chose to put jazz in this movie for this reason. What a world this would be if this phenomenon didn't exist.

[@Ethan_Buchanan]

9:36 Charles says Hawk Tuah for everyone to hear

[@WilliamFord972]

💀

[@apowellintheweeds]

"Bored? Go practice." Wow. I can't tell you how many times I heard that as a kid. But I learned 2 instruments then, and three more since because, it's about the journey, right?

[@metrosuez7475]

last year this was my number 3 on spotify wrapped. i think about how good it is quite literally twice a day.

[@sambrownmusic3144]

I've been saying this for YEARS. This was going to be a Gypsy Jazz Guitar duo piece for my senior recital (2020 lock down happened so it was canceled) but all my prof's were so confused when I pitched it to them. "Like the kids movie theme song?"

[@landonmatthew]

i love how your playing just fits in seamlessly at the end. awesome work, sir! thanks for bringing attention to this

[@AnthonyGarvert]

YES I've been waiting for you to do this one. One of the most underrated Pixar themes maybe all time. Especially given your jazz background this is right up your alley.

[@JackThomss]

9:20 WHAT A SEGUE! 😂 Respect using Christmas songs as the reference with the timely upload

[@AwsamNick]

YO? Anyone notice the super cinematic camera at 0:53? Charles is really stepping up his game!

[@justcama]

Woah, I didn't notice at first

[@howtokdj]

Yeah, he's got a sliding rig now, proud of the guy👏

[@Germsrosolino]

Ok the shot at Hawk Tuah coin was the best part of the video. Also the analysis of this toon. I remember learning this on trombone for my niece because it was her favorite movie. Such a cool track for a random pixar flick

[@jamesaitken5653]

I would have spat out my drink at the phrase "Hawk Tuah pump & dump" if I had any in my mouth at the time. Imagine having to explain this portion of the video to your children in 5 years' time... it would make absolutely no sense to future generations

[@landonmatthew]

14:50 i LOVEEE the “cry me a river” lick ending.

[@ethanfosterYT]

9:32 now THAT was a smooth ad transition 😂

[@kevinkirkland8762]

Came to say that. Should do a class on ad segues!

[@Jonas_firejo4]

I love Charles but I wasn't expecting him to be educated or brain rot/meme coins

[@tjppercussion]

"the hawk tuah pump and dump" got me lmao

[@thomaserickson9598]

The theme's main lyric phrase bears a striking resemblence to the 1929 jazz song "Rockin' Chair" by Hoagy Carmichael. I couldn't believe how similar these two jazz pieces sound. I knew the tune by memory from hearing the version by Alvino Rey on a WWII compilation. Check that version out: it has an excellent girl chorus on vocals that is similar to the Andrews Sisters.

[@rebeccalouisewillson]

It must have been based on Rockin Chair - intentionally or unintentionally

[@philh98]

Monsters inc is the reason I love jazz. Ever since I was 4 and saw this movie for the first time. Thanks for the in depth video Charles, and Merry Christmas 🎄👍

[@Green_Magnum]

Dude I fricken love your content. I love your taste in music, your enthusiasm, as well as your mentality towards understanding music. It really helps me understand it easier and I really appreciate the time and work you put into the videos to accomplish that. Thank you so very much, you are amazing, please keep up the good work!!!! I will forever be a supporter!!!

[@chromadeline578]

I remember listening to this song again sometime after I got into music remembering how funny I used to think it was, but seeing it in a TOTALLY new light once I had a different understanding of it. Seeing you break it down like this is always so nice to see, thanks for this!!

[@bradfordbenner5362]

5:36 🎵 May your days be merry and bright 🎄🎵 _Nostalgia_

[@Puddlesoak]

3:49 Bridge over troubled water 👀

[@SchokokuchenLP123]

"Rockin' Chair" is the jazz standard called that inspired this recording I think.

[@coltmaster1911]

Yea when he said “this is a jazz standard” I thought he was going to say Rockin Chair… pretty much the same song

[@MayaMeii17]

The whole soundtrack of this movie is something I will never forget

[@sebYB67]

Really disappointed we didn't get to see you react to the solos! They're gorgeously played. I remember learning the piano solo a long time ago because it's a masterclass in how to navigate classic chord structures.

[@ryan.noakes]

Thank you for taking the Vince Guaraldi tangent, my brain was going "wait stop, this sounds like that, explore it!"

[@Nielsen.Brian.P]

Crazy how there's multiple songs that parts of this (Have Yourself a Merry Christmas too) remind us of - the "Christmas Chord" is everywhere =)

[@gregjacksmusic]

Randy Newman is a genius!!!

[@desxxvi]

Got your course bundle just in time, already been a game changer. Something about my teachers monotone and mundane attitude makes your approach much easier to approach. Love ya bro ❤️

[@Vasu_129]

This might be the last video on your channel this year that's why I just wanted to say thanks for kind of changing my life lol. This year I found my love for music and completely understand theory. Part of that knowledge is from this channel and I'm always happy when a new video is released because I finally understand everything you say 😅

[@filippesta8953]

One of my favs!! You are amazing!! Thank you!!

[@CRNGD]

That monsters inc soundtrack is so peak. If not for Scare Floor, the main theme would be my favorite from the entire soundtrack.

[@EllaShartiel]

Yesss

[@caglayankayhan8084]

I had missed the black friday sale, REALLY appreciate extending the discount!!

[@Sreven199]

One of the funnest bass walks I've ever had the pleasure of learning

[@jayvenmason2088]

I love how I don't understand exactly what every term used is like a minor third, but I understand the message that each bit of the music is conveying, and like what the sounds do to your emotions. Love the vids!

[@BaileyTravels]

Also, I love how the song keeps making musical references to "If I Didn't Have You"!

[@BaileyTravels]

and the Vince Guaraldi references you threw in!

[@GrotrianSeiler]

The value of these videos is the enthusiasm. Well done Charles!

[@MtrlDstrbt]

Messiaen fan here just mentioning his name (modes of limited transposition). Also chord at 2:57 is Prelude 7 Plainte Calme with the exact voicing. Love your videos!

[@sarlesnate]

I would watch HOURS of you playing along with jazz tunes from movies, shows, classics... Anything. Throw in some more of that vibing at the end at the end of each vid and omg... Chef's kiss!!

[@mysteriousjess.]

You got me into studying Jazz at university and I’ve been loving it ever since. Thank you ❤

[@aidan.sherwood]

I met Charles at a gig his trio did recently, what a cool guy! Very knowledgeable about more than just music, and a great chat. Nice to meet you, Steve, and Matt.

[@ciaranwalshe_vocalist]

I adore your videos Charles. I’m a piano vocalist but I always feel like I’m lacking something harmonically cos I never studied jazz. To hear your in depth geek outs on these awesome works of art, it just fills my soul. I’m over here in the UK btw. So you have some hella reach! Merry Christmas! 🎄 ❤

[@JukeboxOddities]

The first motif of the actual theme right after the intro sounds like the opening motif of "Dolphin Dance"

[@de-fault_de-fault]

Randy Newman is a national treasure, and this is one of the Randy Newmanest things he’s ever composed.

[@jazzyboydc]

I can see ur passion for music theory but it goes straight over my head. But honestly ur enthusiasm brings u in. I know most of ur videos are music theory based but id love to see u perform more often

[@SethCrowderMusic]

This theme is insane! Thanks for sharing music charles! I appreciate it!

[@1471SirFrederickBanbury]

I always loved the very Dixieland/Morton way that clarinet was. Sounds like a great mix of Morton and later pieces.

[@labro1330]

@12:27 what is that piece?? I think its from the Charlie Brown Christmas album but I can't tell the piece (pls help)

[@labro1330]

I found it LOL its "What Child is This"

[@averystewart-jk5zv]

greensleeves

[@averystewart-jk5zv]

greensleeves

[@karlrovey]

That's because it's from the same trio that did the music for Charlie Brown Christmas.

[@karlrovey]

5:08 You can also go to any key you want by using a diminished 7 chord. Since they're fully symmetrical, you can treat any note in the chord as the root.

[@jamesonrichards5105]

I’ve been waiting for this video for so long dude

[@BaileyTravels]

Always love a good Randy Newman video!

[@jbponzi1]

Practically lost my mind when this theme opened the movie. It was so different than the first three soundtracks. Randy Newman set this up to tell us this will be no ordinary buddy story.

[@TheJamHammond]

In the past few years I've discovered a few local jazz jams- I wouldn't expect them to play this theme over the standards, but I absolutely think it would fit perfectly. If I ever get a chance, I'd love to perform this. Pixar movies have some wonderful music, I watched WALL-E yesterday, score by Thomas Newman (Randy's cousin) any film that Thomas Newman does, Finding Nemo, The Shawshank Redemption, The Green Mile... I just know I'm listening to music by him. I can't quite put my finger on it, but there's something about his beautiful harmonies that are perfect for the situation, whether it's deep space, the deep blue sea, or a bleak prison. I listen to the song 'Down to Earth' quite a bit.

[@ORE0789]

12:35 Are we getting another Vince Guaraldi video this Christmas?

[@labro1330]

what piece was that he played I knew I recognized it

[@ORE0789]

@labro1330 what child is this by vince guaraldi trio

[@thesupremechi93]

Awesome video man! PLEASE PLEASE PLEASE consider reviewing Sonic Mania -Lights! Camera! Action! Studiopolis Zone Act 1. I love seeing you explore and discover gaming soundtracks. So many hidden gems (Sonic pun intended 😂). Seriously though, the keys on this one are insane. Take care!

[@raphaelgralllucas8373]

I was waiting for this video for so long. Thank you for the great analysis ! Really accurate as always :)

[@DavidEnriqueAM]

Merry Christmas Charles!!!! 🎉

[@whovian1018]

We have a version of this my conductor did up for our Sax Ensemble and it’s honestly so much fun, especially when he gets to play sop for it and there’s 6 parts going at once. Great tune and even greater sax piece. Kinda sad I’m leaving the ensemble now, but I’ll probably find a group to play it with again 🙂

[@BunnLilah]

Neat to see you tackle this! I was looking for analysis of this song a few months back and couldn't find any.

[@scarbotheblacksheep9520]

Charles, what you said about the diminished seventh chord is something CPE Bach loved about its quality. He suggested people use the diminished 7th chord as effective ways to modulate to very remote keys for improvising fantasias. Source: last chapter of his book Essay on the True Art of Keyboard Playing

[@spicybaguette7706]

3:25 I kind of feel like the comedic effect of the meme is just the unexpected shift, which is what makes it hilarious. This is then heavily emphasized by increasing the volume immensely

[@metallicarocks911]

What a nice surprise to see this video. I say this, because I LOVE the Monsters Inc theme for its whimsical nature for a jazz-inspired pop theme. It is unapologetically an A-tier Randy Newman composition that does require a break down like this. Thank you for making me better appreciate my younger years through a detailed, yet accessible, breakdown of this iconic tune. :)

[@terrych6175]

Great video! I love the passion

[@BaileyTravels]

One of my favorite Pixar pieces has always been The Cleaner from Toy Story 2.

[@johnkakuk]

Ever since I was a kid this just made my heart SCREAM with delight. Even when I was 10 and though jazz was stupid and boring it just tickled my entire brain all at once. LOVE this piece.

[@bygrace20]

I genuinely have no idea what you're talking about. Literally some of the things you say have no meaning to me, but I love these videos. I finally get what "music appreciation" class was supposed to be in high school. It's like you're teaching me how to love something I already love, even more.

[@drewsmith3953]

FINALLY! This has been on my jazz classics playlist for years now, so glad to see someone recognize it for the amazing tune it is!

[@TaylerMadeAudio]

4:28 Godspeed ahh chord progression

[@mr.figgles]

Ok, I thought I was having a schizo moment when I brought up Monica Martin’s Go Easy Kid for the first chord, but now I see this, and James Blake is on both those songs. Who wants to find 70 different songs to stitch together into the piano part for this video?

[@DanG626]

Even as a musician, when you start easily flipping chords around and going through random scales I’m all 🤤 I like jazz lmao

[@TimLoralie]

I love your work and your personality. God Bless!

[@ewwieewwieeee]

i love these videos. monsters inc was my FAVOURITE movie as a kid it’s so good! the music is awesome

[@marcoradocchia3461]

This has been the sound of my childhood indeed. Every time I listen to this piece as well, as the Toy Story soundtrack, it's straight goose bumps and an ocean of emotions. Thank you for this beautiful video, I really appreciate it!

[@Benjy52]

It’s already a jazz standard in my school. I wrote a lead sheet for the school band and the teacher sometimes has us play it!

[@D_Tuned]

12:39 Came to learn something, stayed for the tangents. Don't stop going down those rabbit holes. Love it!

[@caddelworth]

12:39 is almost note-for-note what Vince Guaraldi plays at the end of his version of Greensleeves, the final track on _A Charlie Brown Christmas_ (1965) [almost exactly five minutes in, if you're playing along at home].

[@Amarand]

One of my favorite songs that I forget about for a while and then suddenly it returns. Thank you!

I loved Monsters and I love the piano! This video was the perfect combo!

[@brendonshapiro3741]

I've always thought this is one of the best opening credits sequences of all time.

[@woodruffashbourne8372]

It is jazz standard. It's Rocking Vhair by Hoagy Carmicheal.

[@kylezo]

No it's not.

[@soulfulartmusic8487]

Wonderful review of this classic song! ty!

[@jonf2126]

I have no idea what you're talking about, but I love your videos. Mad respect for musicians. I mean, I do dabble in guitar and know about major/minor chords and a basic (as in very basic) understanding about roots and fifths. But y'all really impress me when you talk music. :)

[@MyRegularNameWasTaken]

This is the song that taught me how walking bass works

[@soundninja99]

It's awesome. We jammed to it as the ending (thank yous and such) of a stage show last year and it was super fun (I was on the drums)

[@BbMaj13Sharp11]

absolute gem of an ad transition

[@AfroRedMusic]

My favorite pixar theme was a dope subtle variation of the Incredibles main theme, when Helen is encouraging Violet, the flutes right before the line "it's in your blood"? ❤‍🔥

[@MathHoonFBfromFAS]

Your videos about structure of awesome video game music and film score are very inspiring me.

[@nae0___]

merry christmas! watching this the morning of :3

[@friwillyy]

Hell yeah! This reminds me vibes-wise of the „Olsen Gang“ theme. It’s an old danish movie series. Worth a watch and the music is gold!

[@God_of_Rizz]

I just noticed you have the exact same Gretchen Catalina club as me!!! Such a nice kit (awesome video btw)

[@AttackGoalie]

Man, I've always loved this theme! A core memory of mine was visiting Disneyland when I was young, and a saxophone quartet coming out and playing this on Main Street, it was so much fun! Another Pixar song that I've always loved that I feel not many people talk about is "The Flik Machine" from A Bug's Life, which, go figure, is also Randy Newman.

[@DEE-jk3rb]

Monsters Inc. was that childhood movie for me that stuck so much. I used to know all the script word per word from start to finish that the dialogues had been carved in my brain. When I tried to trace back my likeness for Jazz music, eventually I realized I was already being exposed to good jazz phrasing and licks from a movie at a young age. Even before I dug deeper in jazz music, whenever I hear someone say jazz, the first lick that pops in my mind is this opening theme. I miss the old Pixar themes.

[@buitenkliniek]

Fun to pay attention to the guitar strumming chords chromatically... Maybe do a Freddie Green spotlight sometime. I used to play in a basie style bigband and the interaction piano and rhythm guitar might be an interesting episode for you... The power of chromatic tri tone substitutions!