The Most Soulful Trombone Solo

[@GeorgeCollier]

i really need to stop releasing two videos at once

[@ravenger2445]

this is both "The Most Soulful Trombone Solo" and "The Most Soulful Trumpet Solo" at the same time.

[@MateoThode]

No continue pls

[@esteban_osman]

I agree you should stop (please keep doing it)

[@GeorgeCollier]

You can’t release TWO videos at once!

[@arielganot1423]

true it is clearly not enough, we need 3 or more at the very least

[@emylechreest]

Kills it with an amazing screaming trombone solo; and then he really shows off with a low C, no trigger.

[@groovester5095]

Why is it impressive, is it an embouchure thing?

[@MarkZickefoose]

@@groovester5095 Yes. Technically, that note is impossible on that horn, so you have to use a false pedal to reach it, and not all horns will allow a false pedal to happen.

[@westcrosby]

@@groovester5095 Technically, there is no slide position for it. He did it all with his embouchure. It's a level of control and mastery on a scale I can't even comprehend.

[@groovester5095]

Ok I figured, I didn’t know it was possible to play any notes in that partial

[@light_david7]

The low C is easy on bass trombone, where you use two triggers (one that adds the extra length of 6th position (streight arm), one that adds the length of 5th position (almost streight arm) + 4th position (right out past the bell). That means you need 6th + 5th + 4th position to be able to hit that note "legally". This man did it illegally with only 7th position, so he was 8 positions too far up in the register.

[@ethanninteynine]

The low C on a tenor trombone is impressive!

[@trainzandtrombones]

Fun thing about that is that it isn't actually a proper note and a full fundamental - it is possible to lip it in tune which is why it sounds like it doesn't speak as well as the other notes. Sort of 'faking' it, as where we puts his slide, a standard tenor trombone without the F-attachment doesn't have tubing long enough for the correct harmonics.

[@smartsmartie7142]

Its possible with a trumpet too

[@ravenger2445]

@@trainzandtrombones Had he had an F attachment, that note would have been a whole lot more clear.

[@Mando1700]

As somebody who played trumpet for 8 years, I'm convinced that anybody who can play that high, had titanium strips put in their lips

[@kurukavatar5089]

Fr

[@gasromon8126]

I’ve been playing trumpet for 5 years and I have a friend that’s played for around 7. He’s a senior in high school right now and he can play that high. He’s not at the level of these musicians but he’s extremely good.

[@gasromon8126]

I’ve been playing trumpet for 5 years and I have a friend that’s played for around 7. He’s a senior in high school right now and he can play that high. He’s not at the level of these musicians but he’s extremely good.

[@sn0wmankuro]

I’ve played trombone and tuba, and I can’t so much as even make a sound on a trumpet. So this is incomprehensible to me.

[@jeremywhitmore]

When I was in highschool in the late 90s our jazz band was that good. We were fans of Maynard Ferguson and Stan Kenton so hitting those high ranges were normal. I'm a drummer so I couldn't play high notes.

[@theunicyclist3440]

I put this on in the background and heard the high trumpet playing and thought "That's Maynard isn't it" *checks* "Yep"

[@administrador1130]

The other option was Arturo Sandoval

[@SABERsjm]

@@administrador1130ehh idk. Both amazing trumpet players but I feel like they both have their own distinct ways of playing

[@connor_phillipz5689]

Every musician who played in Maynard's band was world class.

[@Jackson...]

I'm not a fan of most of Maynards music, but every once in a while I'll find a piece of his that'll just absolutely blow me away. Just as long as he isn't constantly screaming.

[@crocowithaglocko5876]

Check out gospel john

[@michaelfoxbrass]

Yup. But Randy Purcel was a real standout!

[@connor_phillipz5689]

@@crocowithaglocko5876 I actually played that arrangement in my high school Jazz Band. I'm very well acquainted with Maynard's rendition of that chart.

[@HiyoruMikiyazoya]

honestly I like his showcases better than his actual performances a lot of the times. the guy loved to see others shine

[@Alnilam1973]

That trumpet sounds so thin against the bone, what a glorious tone

[@holdeenyo8914]

yeah that's maynards signature sound. We love him for it

[@aHumbleChad]

Wow, this makes me wanna pick up the trombone again. Haven't really played it in 4 years.

[@zurrojilful]

do it

[@jadran7953]

Dew it

[@ohnonsense]

Dew it

[@ЕгорБерезин-щ3в]

И

[@qw2ex]

did you pick the trombone up yet

[@zapzippy2923]

I was fortunate enough in high school to have been one of 3 students Randy decided to take on. I had no idea how lucky I was at the time. He was an amazing trombonist.

[@giovannisimoncelli1198]

he's playing C2 with no F attachment... respect

[@MrDawson17]

This is some of the best trombone playing that's ever been recorded.

[@antiseth3964]

You know he’s a pro when the slide work looks effortless but he’s spitting out clean sixteenth triplet runs. Like wtf this man be on another level

[@jamier65551]

It amazes me. I could probably do at most just some normal triplets. This man is my idol jow

[@fitzdaneelliott102]

this isnt just the most soulful trombone solo, this is a gathering of legendary musicians, the trumpet was mind blowing

[@healthcaredotgov3097]

I can feel the life radiating from this trombone. That thing is alive.

[@emmbeesea]

That made my feelings feel some feelings. What a range. 👏

[@seankeady1465]

Ending on a false tone C. That's hard as hell.

[@daninspain744]

Wonderful video! So great to see and hear Randy in his younger years. I miss him and think of him often. All the laughs, great times and good playing at the Holiday House, Syria Mosque, Civic Arena (all in Pittsburgh). He was a unique spirit and a special talent.

[@diegowilliams1608]

Every trombone player can do exactly that they just need to put a t shirt on

[@marije179]

Great work! Also that trumpet player doesnt get enough credit in these comments lol he's a beast

[@stephenbeck7222]

“That trumpet player” is one of the most famous trumpet players in history. I think he’ll be okay (RIP).

[@eastonfuller9857]

That trumpet player 😂 Maynard frickin Ferguson

[@scottmclagan4276]

Clearly, I'm dating myself, but I believe this was around 1980 at the Canadian Stage Band Festival. I was there. We all pretty much wet our pants.

[@cairnman100]

1977 show if I’m not mistaken. CBC broadcast. I was there as well…our band was from the US, the only one that came. Got some stories for sure 🤣🤣🤣

[@thatelectropig8678]

Man goes almost off the chart in both directions, that is some of the best trombone playing I’ve ever seen

[@bkf8166]

Randy Purcell - Amazing player. Saw him with the band a couple of times.

[@upsidedownpyramid7617]

I like how there are enough trombone players here to be truly impressed by specific things in this solo that wouldn't really stand out to those who don't play it. The false toned low notes and the screaming upper register are two of the toughest things to master on trombone. Notice I said master, a trombonist with a few years can reach up into the stratosphere, but playing flexibly with a listenable tone is something very few can do, same with the low stuff. As someone who primarily plays tenor trombone, dabbles in trumpet, and has performed a ton on baritone, bass trombone, and tuba, going back to my trombone allows me to really explore these untouched registers, but that comes from playing the instrument for 8 years now (19 year old working on a minor in music) and getting proficient at others in different ranges as well. On a bass trombone with a true bass bone mouthpiece I have a consistent D1-F5 (Bb0 sometimes) and on tenor trombone its an F1-C6 (sometimes up to F6 if I really push) I mentioned the mouthpiece because I am currently playing with my university jazz band on a bass bone with a standard large bore, so I sadly just don't have the room to project in the pedal register and I don't have the money to go buy an expensive bass mouthpiece. The trills in between the upper registers, the consistent tonguing and incredible tone, and above all else (if this is improvised) the incredible note choice making use of those lovely latin/bebop accidentals, changing up the sevens and fives, those stand out more than the super quick arpeggios. For those who don't play the horn, really and truly a trombone physically can't play quite as accurate and quick as say a saxophone, or even a trumpet, but since every note really is just an approximation, you can easily bluff your way through crazy fast lines in solos. That's not to say his quick runs weren't accurate, because the tuning was phenomenal, the intention isn't to downplay any of what he did. Through my journey learning to solo and improvise I have played some solos I am quite proud of, even back in highschool, where I utilized the power of precise tonguing and enticing rhythm to overshadow the weaknesses that a trombone has. I often don't try to play as fast or complex in the changes as the saxes or trumpets might, but I can and do sometimes, because precision from the embouchure become far more important than a clunky slide. He also utilized a classic technique of using the "grain" of the harmonic series on those quick parts, slide goes out as he ascends and in as he descends, that way he can hit the notes accurately in their alternate positions.

[@chinomghi]

tldr?

[@upsidedownpyramid7617]

@@chinomghi TLDR: The high notes are cool, but attainable for any experienced player, the flexibility, speed, and precision are ridiculous though

[@chinomghi]

@@upsidedownpyramid7617 thank you, good man, have a nice one

[@kevinhornbuckle]

Thank you for this little essay. I really helps a guy to conceptualize what is going on and what needs to happen.

[@noelrodrigues6056]

Thank you so very much, George, for all your amazing videos and transcripts!

[@kevinbond1889]

I can’t even play a low c like that. He invented 11th position🤔 And the upper register is beast too. Crazy.

[@militantnormal428]

RIP Randy! You and your talent are missed my friend!

[@kramer9172]

I cannot even fathom how someone can be this good

[@sanderschat]

Ohh yes! Randy Purcell Thanks for this gift!

[@pdbass]

THE CAPTAIN! Miss you, Randy.

[@sandersa23]

Maynard is Twaining hard. Great video, great solos, great tune!

[@mrmcducky4260]

That very last set of bars the trombonist plays hits different bro

[@facemcshooty6602]

It's incredible the ammount of trombone players that look exactly like this guy

[@chandana___]

Why did my heart feel so much at 0:39....love this.❤

[@thebassist122]

Amazing!!

[@jamier65551]

The use of the phrygian dominant scale is crazy. It doesn’t even feel like the typical “arabic” or desert them it’s mostly used for. But it feels awesome and soulful, and then his runs in the end definitely make it sound like that typical feeling but still is just clean and crazy good

[@josephbarbera9220]

A gorgeous tone to the trombone.

[@jordanabila8537]

Id never thought this video would be found again… thank you Collier

[@UgoNwakanma]

DANGGGG HE ENDED OFF WITH A FALSE TONE C!!! ABSOLUTE GIGA CHAD

[@cjgaddy]

Just Totally GORGEOUS.

[@wrath5332]

RIP an absolute legend.

[@dabeed8865]

this gave me chills

[@josuevalar6465]

God bless these men

[@gamemakingkirb667]

Holy [heck] that was emotional

[@RayMusic88]

Trombone player: so clean technically you can eat off it and great tone. Trumpet: lemme show you how high I can squeak

[@gertnood]

Sigh yet A another "ooh I hate squeaky Maynard" troll. If you had anything but shit for ears, and especially if you were actually in front of that trumpet you would realize that was anything but squeaking. If the dbl A at 2:32 is a squeak, that's one of the fattest and loudest "squeaked" A's you'll ever hear from any trumpet player. So if you want to hate Maynard and not sound like a retard while you're at it, you might want to learn a new word, one that could possibly apply to his playing. Trombone: thanks Trumpet for giving me the opportunity to play with you in your incredible band, it's the experience of a lifetime and a shining gold star on my resume.

[@trumpetman2352]

scream*

[@AustralianAviator]

Wow that trombonist was good, I hope to be that good skmeday

[@bigrobeyouknow6089]

I was like 9th chair trombone when I was in middle school but I haven’t stumbled upon anything this dope in so many years wow

[@MikeRen313]

This solo break my heart in other way

[@Warrigt]

Conducted by Burt Reynolds himself! Oh, Burt's on trumpet.

[@noahhastings6145]

For anyone wondering, it's the audio that's in 720p

[@joeb7325]

Trombone Champ may have been based off this guy even though both creators probably never seen this guy play before

[@katetranscribes]

Woooo Maynard content 🎉

[@LemonTheWise347]

Feelings? Look mate, you know who's got a lot of feelings? Blokes who bludgeon their wife to death with a golf trophy. Professionals have standards.

[@damoniewatt4086]

Incredible

[@wwooaahh]

I like how I first looked to see what brand tenor trombone it was and not try to actually watch the sheet music

[@gibsonsimpson]

Awesome!

[@ВячеславЯ-ч2о]

Восхитительно , звук , техника и главное , есть , что слушать , просто Браво !!!

[@EderAge17]

Simplesmente maravilhoso!!!👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@RobYou4NoReason]

Whenever intrusive thoughts are coming back to haunt me, i always come here for a boost

[@tomsmith4576]

bro just did a trill on a trombone 🤯🤯🤯

[@johnhoey8109]

somebody asked who the bass player is, it is Gordon Johnson. Peter Erskine on drums and Biff Hannon on keys, the three of them worked as one unit on everything they played!

[@SuperKeswick]

Great post Randy plays his butt off and the boss isn’t bad either lol

[@dennykurzawski3690]

I worked with Randy many times...he was a great player ....he never added anything to his horn or mouthpiece......He was just a great player.

[@jordanabila8537]

Finally, it has been written

[@DonovanPresents]

I love how the Trumpet player was trying not to be shown up from that trombone lol

[@toddlipira8726]

Maynard was not worrying about that. 😆

[@mjd4174]

You are so far off base with that comment, it is stunningly ignorant.

[@jacksonpalmer8955]

Geeeeeeez. Holy crap, y’all that boy can play the dang trombone

[@tpledger100]

The Incomparable Maynard Ferguson!

[@AlejandroCaicedoPUJ]

Tha bass player tho. Such elegance I wonder who he is

[@IsaiahSMC]

Maynard really has some of the best musicians comin out of his band

[@silversonic8392]

King Trombone of course 😁👍

[@naf_alseT]

Ranks very high on technically impressive.

[@eastonfuller9857]

1:19 that high note gives me shivers Edit: counted the ledger lines and it’s an A lolll

[@AskWlat]

RIP Randy Purcell

[@ФомаФомичев-р4ъ]

Виртуозы высочайшего уровня! Будет ли в истории нечто похожее...

[@mirkwoodforest]

this solo tells a story

[@Kebabrulle4869]

1:54 How is this even possible on a trombone

[@dannyg1392]

these videos are great but might I suggest that you display the performers name, the band's name, and the year of performance at the start of every video? I know we can figure it out from looking at the linked original video, but I think it might be a nice way to credit the artists

[@disneymatt01]

Maynard and Randy. Met Maynard in 1987. His band played at my high school.

[@alexandermarichal2312]

Everyone talking about the C at the end but nobody talks about him SINGING those Eb’s

[@NeilABliss]

Yup the Eb's are a lot harder than the false C2. Both impressive but the Eb is one of the hardest notes to play on the horn. D no problem, F, G even super Bb are way more consistent.

[@alexandermarichal2312]

@@NeilABliss really man Eb never slots in right same for E natural

[@ralphbowles5993]

Wow!

[@GALACTICREZZ]

i aspire to play like him

[@marilildotrombone8416]

A pra levantar e aplaudir de pé!!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@kartikpathak7385]

Oof that was good

[@cyoub5723]

Can't beat Maynard and his band!

[@RanHam]

You should have done MacArthur Park. Randy Purcell solo, followed by Lynn Nicholson bridge solo.

[@w1bey]

Randy Purcell RIP

[@gregski2514]

🔥 🔥 🔥

[@covajo9]

He's the uber secret final boss

[@keithlonglois6274]

and many babies were made

[@w1bey]

2:35 the cutscene has started

[@nroothegoat]

wow

[@ConnArtist70H]

Hi Dana, I think your playing is really great, I have been dabbling over the last 5 months recording a few of my own charts playing my Conn 70H, mostly George Roberts inspired stuff, I hope you get a chance to have a listen. More please. Alan (uk)

[@BANZ-zn9kg]

I need more...

[@Sittin.]

ok nice :)

[@chrisman3965]

Chops galore!

[@Flayerthehatebound]

This is straight out of a 007 film

[@tmmtz787]

My guy played a low c no trigger he’s him

[@jeffersontavares2405]

👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽👏🏽

[@aspratt267]

Wow

[@Dana_Danarosana]

❤️❗

[@laurenjacob9628]

That man on that trumpet , so jazzy . Screaming . I’m more in love w him than tha trombone solo but he ain’t play either 😭😭😭😭🥹

[@laurenjacob9628]

I’m still here 45 mins later , on repeat 😮‍💨