Vocal ANALYSIS of Jethro Tull's "Locomotive Breath" and some classic rock flute!

I first saw Jethro Tull with Aqualung last year, and it was mindblowing how great that performance was; but I missed seeing Ian Anderson play the flute. This concert performance by Ian Anderson and the rest of Jethro Tull was not only an audio feast, but a visual spectacle with such high quality for 1982 that I would have to thank the broadcaster ZDF as well for such an amazing job with the visual production.
Join professional opera singer Elizabeth Zharoff, as she listens to Jethro Tull for the very first time, performing "Locomotive Breath” live from the Rockpop Concert in 1982 © ℗ 1982, Jethro Tull, ZDF Enterprises GmbH.
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Performed by Jethro Tull - Words and Music by Ian & Jennie Anderson
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Elizabeth Zharoff is an international opera singer and voice coach, with 3 degrees in voice, opera, and music production. She's performed in 18 languages throughout major venues in Europe, America, and Asia. Currently based somewhere between Los Angeles and Tucson, Arizona, Elizabeth spends her days researching voice, singing, teaching, writing music, and recording TONS. She also plays Diablo and Dungeons & Dragons.
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[@moogarner374]

My best friend suffers from Alzheimer’s, and a memory she has lost was of meeting Ian Anderson after one of his concerts. She went to Waffle House before going home. And there he sat. She was never shy, so she walked str8 up to him and offered to buy him coffee. He looks up and said “Oh, the hat I kept seeing has followed me here!” And she sat down and they talked. She was wearing a purple sequined hat. Her husband described Ian as a dirty little bald man, that pisses in the sink! Just to get her goat. When she told him that, he says “Well, Lass, he’s not too far wrong” he has an amazing sense of humor. This song was a favorite of hers. She taught both of my children an appreciation for music they still enjoy today. She literally was an encyclopedia of Rock n Roll. She would say things like, when I grow up I wanna be Neil Young’s Guitar, lol. She was a Beatle Baby and George was her favorite. And she got to meet him. I miss my friend. Alzheimer’s is a thief.

[@pmoran7971]

moo Garner 'Alzheimer's is a thief!' Brilliant and so true!

[@dHolbach77]

Thanks for sharing that. I hope one day not so far off we no longer need fear losing those we care about, or ourselves, to age related dementia. To me it's one of the saddest things in the world, and if I knew, like Robin Williams did, that I was fading away, I wouldn't hesitate to take the best way out like he did before it became too late.

[@markmclendon8621]

@@dHolbach77 pray for the cure....or the pill.....i'm 71 please hurry

[@jheffreymartineau3388]

it will be memorized as a copy pasta...

[@GreenHoleSun]

You are right, Alzheimer is a thief, the worst thief because memories is the most precious things we have. But your friend still has you: you are her memory now. And your message is precious.

[@danholmesfilm]

Please listen to the studio version. It’s quite different and even though this performance is amazing the original is a masterpiece ❤

[@tristanrl1940]

Agreed!

[@jo_g.germany]

One of my all-time favourites!

[@luner19]

For sure

[@marinhrabric6162]

After I've seen this live version, i stopped caring much for the original. The live version is faster and more powerful. Just has more punch and energy.

[@tristanrl1940]

It lacks the cool piano intro and guitar single note accompaniment before the main riff hits, in the studio recording version. Generally as a rule, I tend to recommend the studio version first then a live recording to follow

[@SGSP3]

my guitar teacher said he witnessed Ian Anderson indeed toss his flute, catch it, and immediately begin playing. I always feel like all he needs is some antlers and fuzzy legs hahaha

[@robertkaye5434]

I saw him to that several times.

[@juliajones1425]

I used this song to inspire my daughter when her school band director recommended she play a flute. She eventually became 1st chair. ❤

[@derwahreguetige]

Great Story 👍❤️🎶 Greetings from Berlin

[@Bailark]

I love this!

[@brandonbuchner1771]

Jethro Tull is without a doubt the MOST underrated band in rock. They've produced over 20 studio albums spanning 4 decades and filled arenas during their heyday of the 70s. How they are not in the HoF is beyond me.

[@thecoinroom3352]

I think the HOF takes their sweet time because once these legends are gone it’s over. There will be no one left to induct because no one can fill their shoes.

[@brandonbuchner1771]

@@thecoinroom3352 nah... they've moved on to rappers and country artists. The odds of an old rock band getting in at this point seems staggering.

[@PopUpPirate1975]

Proper bands don't need the "justification" of the HOF.

[@elinino5275]

Not on HoF bcuz they mad when Tull won the Grammy over Metallica! Best moment in rock history EVER!🤣

[@augvoorde2]

The obligatory "under rated" comment.

[@LordGrokken]

Fun Fact, it wasn't until his daughter began music classes that Ian began to actually learn music. He wanted to understand what his daughter was talking about, which means he was doing all of this by ear. This is after he had performed with symphonies and had written to truly epic length musical pieces like Passion Play and Thick as a Brick.

[@jeffgraham1708]

Also from an interview, his daughter told him he was playing the flute incorrectly (positioning/etc). If that's incorrect I'd hope to ever be THAT wrong.

[@_mysilentblue2227]

"Passion Play" epic!!!

[@alistairmilton6007]

I have heard he taught himself the flute as he saw no future as a guitarist with Tull because if the talent in the group. In a very short space of time! Originally a Blues band, the name I believe was finaly chosen by their manager (as they changed names frequently). Manager had interest in agricultural history, name relates to an 18 century English agricultural reformist

[@majorgruber5925]

Ian saw both Jimi Hendrix and Eric Clapton play and came to the conclusion he'd never be that good on a guitar, and really needed a new "iconic" instrument. The flute was a really good choice. I think he plays oboe as well on Passion Play.

[@MicheleMcAdoo]

​@@alistairmilton6007Jethro Tull is supposed to be the person who

[@primalengland]

Martin Barre went for an audition with Tull when he was a kid, got so scared he chickened out, then rang Ian and asked for another go. I think the world is a better place for that second chance.

[@margaretclark......akamarm2600]

Barre is a seriously underrated guitarist

[@forrestmichnevich7371]

One of the greatest guitar tones ever attained. Crunchier than a Dorito

[@lilaccilla]

I love his guitar playing . It is the sound of Jethro Tull

[@user-ft9pv7lh2m]

Tony Iommi started as guitarist for Jethro Tull before starting Black Sabbath

[@kytyrx]

Ian is the truest Bard. He pulls you into a story with his singing and music. Jethro Tull is being brought into another reality, totally amazing!

[@dynjarren8355]

A Bard? That’s exactly what he is. What a storyteller! And singer and performer!

[@douglassnyder214]

Ian Anderson was self taught on the flute, picking up the instrument for the first time in 1968. He played the instrument incessantly for 2 or 3 years and gained this proficiency. Martin Barre is the lead guitar, and is seriously underrated.

[@UrbanDragon]

Martin is _amazing_

[@vinnyganzano1930]

Martin Barre is one of the most dependable solid rock guitarists in the business. He may not be as technically gifted as some but he makes up for that in sheer competence.

[@millercgr]

Definitely - a tremendous guitarist. It looks like he's playing a Hamer here.

[@greg2976]

agree 1000% Very underrated as a guitarist!!!

[@joefriedman9843]

Barre is fucking incredible

[@TheArchangel911]

So happy to see Elizabeth react to one of the most Iconic voices. So unmistakable. Not many can match Ian Anderson's stage presence.

[@micke_c]

True that! Ian Andersson is 100% expression and storytelling. Really a re-incarnation of a medival jester. The other members of the band are top notch musicians. Jethro Tull is absolutely amazing.

[@williamsporing1500]

Complete entertainer. I’ve seen countless bands over my 60+ years, and Ian is THE man on stage. I can’t think of any that come close. Peter Wolfe is great on stage too, but nowhere near Ian.

[@donfette5301]

@@williamsporing1500 I’ve seen a ton, myself, but none compares to my experience of Jethro Tull - my first concert ever, 1973. I was 8 months-conceived. Born the next month. Oddly, I do get a feeling quite different from other music generally, a kind of cozy feeling. Then again, that may be totally unrelated to my 8-month bellybutton window encounter with Ian and the band. 🤣

[@s0dfish110]

The best song on Aqualung.

[@TheArchangel911]

@@s0dfish110 I love that whole album. I was introduced to their albums by Columbia House. I absolutely loved the 30+ minute songs like Thick as a Brick.

[@TravelerWendell13]

I have never found anyone other than Ian Anderson that can pull off all of this live. A lot of artists can get great things in the studio but very few can even come close to Jethro Tull. Huge part of my teen years.

[@davidclark2826]

Dear Elizabeth, I can truly appreciate your youthful energy, both in your lovely eyes and in your overall facial expressions! I saw your performance in the competition that you sung in that was played on KZbin. You are not only beautiful in visage but highly talented in singing. What a lucky man your husband is, to be able to snag a fine young woman as you are!😊

[@JaneWalters-ni7se]

I began my Tull love at 6 with my brother's Thick as a Brick record, paper and all. I'm still a Tull freak decade's later. Guess Skating Away and Velvet Green are my favorites

[@georgerobartes2008]

The Schulman brothers and Kerry Minnear of Gentle Giant .

[@rhllnm]

High school 69-71, lotsa good music.

[@Flickit100]

When I was young, we used to listen to our favorite records. Now we watch a young person listening to our music.

[@peterdixon7734]

I once sat, with a few friends, at the front for Tull at Hammersmith. When the band came on, a bloke in a long coat who had been sitting at the end of the row got up onto the stage - it was Ian Anderson - and started singing "Songs from the Wood". He had had to sit there for some time listening to our opinions of his work.

[@brianwhite2960]

That is way too cool! And one of my favs by them.

[@StephenMarkTurner]

holy hell!

[@randomcontent2205]

What a great experience, thanks for sharing it.

[@dbradx]

I saw Tull in Toronto way back in '93 and Ian did exactly the same thing then, sat back and chilled with the crowd, then strolled onstage and started into 'Songs From The Wood'. Such a great and unexpected opening, and what an amazing show all the way!

[@edreppert3091]

At Cornell in 1971 or thereabouts, the band came out carrying a telephone booth (the bottom half was opaque) which they set upright on the stage. They started tuning up, and after a while somebody said "Where's Ian?" After some back-and-forth, the drummer reached into his bass drum and pulled out a telephone, and dialed a number. The phone in the booth rang, and Ian popped up to answer it. :-)

[@kevinz8930]

self-taught on the flute. professional flutists are amazed at his playing

[@BC-ui9yt]

And despite what Elizabeth seems to suggest early on, he took up the flute relatively late- only after he decided he'd never be Clapton or Page on guitar. He also admitted that, in the '90s he realized he was playing wrong, and went back and corrected some of his technical errors in how he played.

[@seorsamaclately4294]

@@BC-ui9yt Yes, after his daughter called him out on his technique.

[@vinnyganzano1930]

Or horrified, frequently both🤣🤣

[@blackdogleg]

Actually they are not " amazed ".

[@henryrodriguez2054]

When you went to a Tull concert you were fully engaged and by the end of the show, you were exhausted. Their show was an onslaught of sounds, feelings, and tempo changes.

[@jamesmoore6935]

You are the only musical analyst that I will watch. I'm 68 years old. I was there. You completely get it !!

[@lancem.zeigler6571]

Her genuine geeking-out always brings a smile to me and makes me laugh. No one delves deeper in their analyses... A joy to watch and learn with her.

[@Vingreg65]

check out Wings of Pegasus if you want to see some great analysis videos

[@bigcat1124]

Completely agree

[@MrEricPymm]

Agreed. You can literally watch her "be tickled" listening and giggle when it hits her. So genuine and knowledgeable and fun, great spirit!

[@ianwebb3496]

Ooooooh, I do like to see a plural deployed correctly!

[@brianszpunar4318]

She obviously loves what she does, such a pleasure to see her happy! Makes me happy too!

[@Oldschooldan1]

Ian Anderson, the mad minstrel. He brought a sound to rock that has never been imitated.

[@henrypaleveda7760]

see king crimson, you'll find they use similar theme

[@noahmercy-mann4323]

You should listen to a couple of songs from a group called "Camel"... I'd say Tull's sound has been imitated, but never at a level that could approach competition!

[@Tessmage_Tessera]

There have been a few imitators. Gentle Giant, Steeleye Span, Renaissance, etc. Imitated, but never equaled.

[@ugaladh]

the studio version has one of the most epic intros in all of Rock, and you miss it in this live version.

[@portcullis5622]

I agree. I love John Evan's piano introduction on the studio version.

[@Polyphemus47]

I think Elizabeth chooses live versions so there will be something to watch, as well as listen to. In nearly every instance, I prefer the studio performances, for their clarity (and sometimes for their brevity).

[@Polyphemus47]

I'd love to see her analyze the studio version of "Thick As A Brick".

[@davidsantor1760]

The piano (outro) ? Radio stations rarely played it . I really enjoyed how it trailed off .

[@timjohnson1199]

Stunning for the 70's? This type of creativity might not be possible today.

[@rabooey]

Ian Anderson, the Mad Minstrel as I like to call him, was and still is an absolute beast on stage. The GOAT of live performance. He gives it all, all the time.

[@EvilSean62]

mad minstrel indeed ... ever since thick as a brick i pictured him as a minstrel type he joined a long line of respected performers you should never watch interviewed

[@jeffdempsey6478]

His whole intention!😊

[@EvilSean62]

@@jeffdempsey6478 INDEED!!

[@paavobergmann4920]

@@EvilSean62 Why would that be? There is an interview at the end of the 25th anniversary of the album, and I found it quite entertaining

[@Rosebud4u1]

The other most memorial thing is that classic stance he was known for when ever he was about to play the flute... standing on his one leg as the pied piper!

[@estoy1001]

This was at the end of a long concert, so his voice was naturally going to get a bit edgy by this point. Check out their Isle of Wight performance of "My God" for more flute shenanigans. Also, "Thick As A Brick" (from this concert, I think, I could be wrong) is amazing.

[@adamturnbull6157]

My God is a great one to see all of Ian's talents

[@Cowboyjuggernaut]

YES! She really needs to do that version of "My God"

[@davemiii]

My God at Isle of Wight is my absolute favorite performance by him and the band. Top Ian and Tull imho. Great vocals, flute and acoustic guitar by Ian all in one performance.

[@ShadowhispersBand]

My God is a masterpiece and the live performance is awesome. And the difference of lyrics are quite interesting 😉 So glad my dad introduced me to Tull like almost 30 years ago.

[@Muck006]

It is pretty close to the record though ... no great "wobbly off notes". tl;dr Ian didnt have "locomotive breath" ...

[@shimwooley]

I've seen Tull 23 times and they always deliver.

[@olafsrensen9578]

Have only seem them 10 times . You are a lucky fellow my frins.

[@mikebunner3498]

This man is a master performer. He engages the audience and entertains all of us. So unique. No group sounded like them. Prepare yourself Elizabeth flute work coming up. And he still is making music. Rock on Ian! It is a joy to watch how excited this video is for you. And the band is super good too. They should be in the Rock and Roll Hall of Fame.

[@Starfish0.]

After I saw them live for the first time I kinda imagined that if a group of medieval musicians just travelled in time and would go to the 70's and enjoy some rocks and then create their own band that's exactly how they would sound like. Even Ian Anderson clothing just reminds me so much of medieval style and the flute style it's just the perfect mix of medieval and 70's rockn roll. They are so passionate and creative and they sound unique. That's what I call originality.

[@johnh.blevins5927]

Yep, medieval costumes worn, complete with balloon, watermelon looking pants! Modern day traveling minstrels!

[@HappyBeezerStudios]

It's like when you want to make rock music, but dad tells you to learn something proper, like the flute.

[@heavenbound358]

I don't think Ian Anderson thought two seconds about how he sang. He did it from the perspective of a MADMAN!!! MY generation of rock. Soooo many Geniuses!! And I saw as many as I could!!

[@Muck006]

NO RULES! The thinking you need to end up with Punk.

[@johndeeregreen4592]

One of the only famous musicians I have ever met... one of the nicest, too. Pretty high energy guy and just does his thing.

[@heavenbound358]

@@johndeeregreen4592 very cool. I bet he was interesting.

[@JoshSmith-wo7zw]

Yeah Ian Anderson is definitely a musical genius. The way he blends folk and pop into rock and roll is insane.

[@stacyrosa6672]

I've seen them more times than I can count, and was never anything less than ecstatic. Ian has incorporated his aging into his live shows, poking fun at himself and all of us old timers that follow him. He rolled onto the stage in a wheelchair, but is up fluting and singing and jumping around like a playful Goat, and never misses a beat, or his flying flute!

[@racetime1960]

Important to know that Ian Anderson is self taught on all of the instruments that he plays. He didn't start the flute till later in life but was playing it on stage in the act a few months after he first picked it up. At that time they were a blues band trying to make it in London. Years later after Ian was already quite famous his daughter was playing flute in the school band. Ian was watching her practice and said she was doing it wrong. Turned out he was doing it wrong. Being Ian Anderson he set out to correct what he was doing incorrectly and thus had to relearn all of his music.

[@micaKTM1290]

Haha. I remember seeing a flutist analyze Ian's technique and saying it was all wrong.

[@mckeithenmccormick9642]

I saw an interview with him where he said something along the lines of, "I was trying to be a rock star with a guitar, heard Jimmy Hendrix, and knew that I could never do that, so I gave that up, went into a music store, saw a flute, and said 'Give me that'." (probably horribly misquoted, but accurate in essence)

[@racetime1960]

@@mckeithenmccormick9642 There was a harmonica between the flute and guitar I believe. He said that the flute sat ignored for awhile till someone told him you blow across the hole, not into the hole.

[@Mustaine1ify]

@@micaKTM1290 If it sounds good it's good.

[@racetime1960]

@@mckeithenmccormick9642 I believe Ian decided he would never be Eric Clapton which prompted him to put the guitar aside for a harmonica. Came across a flute in a pawn shop and took it home. He couldn't get any sound out of it so it sat till someone told him you blow across the hole, not into it. It wasn't very long after he got that first note out of it that he was playing it on stage.

[@jeffberkeley9656]

Jethro Tull has been my all-time favorite act for decades...seen them live over forty times...in my mind, Ian Anderson is all-around the most talented man of his generation...lyricist, composer, arranger, flautist, guitarist, singer, orator, not to mention his incomparable stage presence.

[@richardclay]

My favorite story about Tull was that during the peak of their career, they won the Grammy for group of the year/album of the year several years in a row. Cheap Trick, or some other 'radio' band won the Grammy after the run by Tull. When accepting the award, the spokesman for the group said, "We'd like to thank Jethro Tull for not putting out an album this year."

[@briansomething5987]

Tull only ever won (or was even nominated for) one Grammy, the 1989 Grammy for Best Heavy Metal album. Nobody (including the band) could figure out why they were even nominated in that category, much less how they won. A few years later Lars Ulrich of Metallica made that comment when they won the category (after losing to Tull in 1989).

[@RcH382]

lol

[@Joostvb1989]

@@briansomething5987 Exactly, it was Lars Ulrich who actually said that.

[@undine120]

@@briansomething5987 Specifically, the 1989 category was Best Hard Rock/Heavy Metal Performance, the first year either of those genres had a Grammy. Metallica was widely expected to win with the ...And Justice For All album. In 1990, they were split, and Metallica won back-to-back-to-back in Best Metal Performance (which IMO, oddly pitted songs against albums sometimes). After their 3rd win, Lars Ulrich jokingly 'thanked' Jethro Tull for not putting out an album (which they actually had...)

[@maryavalon6280]

Hilarious, admitted by his peers , always a good sign..But too bad he didn't put out an album that yeah! Ha!

[@lfdab34]

He is such a great front man.He captures the audience with his facial expressions and the arrangement of instruments and the changes in rithym makes you feel like you are on the train.

[@oglschmitt]

How do you acquire the skill and creativity necessary to create a classic song like Locomotive Breath? You train. 😁 Horrible puns aside, it's always a treat to join Elizabeth as she digs into some classic rock, and in this case, some proto-prog. The Aqualung reaction was a breath of fresh air, now all aboard for Locomotive Breath. Also, First?

[@TheCharismaticVoice]

Ahahaha! You train. You always make me laugh, G.L.

[@TheBaconWizard]

My favourite Tull song!!! How you doing, bro?

[@joergojschaefer3521]

Ok Locomotive Breath 😎👍...Then the only thing to do next is Colm McGuinness... A cover version of "On the Railroad" by the Longest Johns... 😁😁😁

[@ErgortanguperPolice]

@@joergojschaefer3521 As long as she’s reacting to cover versions, she should do Helloween’s version of this song. (Found on the Metal Jukebox album.)

[@joergojschaefer3521]

Ian Anderson strikes me as something of a character from a Shakespearean play, a bard who would fit right into the original Globe Theatre 🤘

[@grahamnunn8998]

This is actually a medley with a reprise of another song called Black Sunday. Big shout out to the incredible Martin Barre on guitar, a real team player.

[@alkholos]

In any other universe, Martin Barre would be the star of Jethro Tull.

[@jameslovrek8634]

This is why Jethro Tull/Ian Anderson is the group I have seen, live, more than any other group. If you really want to experience an epic song of their's, check out "Thick as a Brick". That was my 1st live experience. The song, on the record, is over 45 minutes long (covers both sides of the album)

[@tonypippin9097]

One of the best concerts I've ever seen. They had an intermission between 2 very lengthy sets and during that intermission, members of the band brought out traditional instruments and they played acoustic Scottish folk music for about 20 minutes.

[@TheAcgtrs]

I bet you’d love “Thick As A Brick”, both the single, and the entire album…. Tull are an extraordinary unique band.

[@TiltCntrlz]

Studio, best version though.

[@TheLastGarou]

Live from Madison Square Garden 1974 is possibly an equal to the studio version. Definitely I couldn't say which is superior.

[@TiltCntrlz]

@@TheLastGarou Is it the full 43min50?

[@schumi9xwdc]

Passion Play and Thick of a Brick were No. 1 Albums in the USA 1972 and 1974

[@theakh4238]

Skating away too. There are fantastic live versions of both.

[@chriscase6929]

The live version does miss out on the original studio recording's opening, one of my favorite opening swells ever.

[@flmoose1]

Yes. The intro they never seem to play on the radio

[@corawheeler9355]

Fans will recognize the song by the first two notes of the intro.

[@greg-warsaw4708]

I like you noticed not only energy and movement in Ian's energy but huge passion, flaming look, the fire within - the charisma. When performing, he was like a people's natural-born leader leading masses to barricades in some ancient uprising. Like a fiery force stirring some revolution or like a satyr dancing and galloping in front some some bakchanalia parade in Greek mythology.

[@TheOhiowolf]

I promoted the first U .S.Tull tour in 70&71. Ohio Stater’s said “we will make enough on the “Osmond Brothers “to be able to take a chance on Jerry Tull! Sold 10,000 tickets in 4 hrs. They thought I brought in the Devil!

[@drn1023]

Not only have I learned a lot about appreciation of vocals and musicianship for watching your videos, but if I'm ever in a depressed funk or feeling a bit down, your enthusiasm in reacting to music will bring me out of it and have me smiling and laughing g along with you. You are a breath of fresh air and a joy to watch and listen to. Thank you for being you.

[@dashriprock5720]

He didn't grow up learning the flute. He taught himself as an adult. Also BTW Ritchie Blackmore, is a big time Jethro Tull fan.

[@scottmcelhiney323]

Yeah, Ian just picks up a damn flute and plays it... his way. I think it's covered in his bio that he finally took some lessons because his son's music teacher was complaining about him playing it 'wrong'.

[@briansimon4363]

Ian Anderson is self-taught on the flute. He vocalises whilst playing on lots of tracks. The live version of‘Dharma for one’ comes to mind.👍🏻

[@nanoflower1]

That's the part that always amazes. Such great playing and all learned on his own.

[@pitatutube]

It is very amusing to see you discover the fascination of this kind of music. Jethro Tull was a significant part of my musical socialisation. Blues and Rock and Folk. Later on ... I am 57 years old now ... I have discovered Jazz and Classic Music as fascinating as well. The world of music has so many facetes to discover.

[@Buckaroo1971]

Also loving Elizabeth's giggles and glee...what an absolutely amazing and genuine smile!

[@davidclark2826]

An extremely attractive person overall😉

[@RandallDelling]

These guys were skilled musicians and musically tight together. We can only hope to approach that level.

[@danieljodrey8863]

Saw them in Thousand Oaks Auditorium c. 2000-01 and the band was without question the tightest I have ever witnessed. The thing that mesmerized me from the first song was how well Ian played the acoustic guitar. Don't remember him plucking a string with his fingers once (although I'm sure he must have) but just like the Chuck Berry song strummed that guitar like he was ringing a bell. The bass player played a Bach Fugue that reached to the stars and then introduced a classic, Martin Barre was his inimitable self and the drummer was like a machine designed by Da Vinci. Don't even get me started with the keyboard player. They played as one.

[@davidmmccardle4131]

Ian Anderson, was the consumate musian, he always choose musians that were as good as he is, and the kind of music that he wanted to create, he is a true genius. He did an interview for guitar magazine, and very intereasting read how he chose his musians he wanted in his band. Elizabeth your analysis was brilliant, thank you!

[@ostlandr]

Being a "railroad geek" I love how on the studio version, it starts with just the piano. Slow at first, then gradually faster like a train pulling away from a stop. Gradually the other instruments come in as the tempo increases. Then it stops with a sustain, then breaks into the main theme. Some folks attribute the "back beat" in rock to the four-note beat of an American steam locomotive's exhaust. Chuck Berry even credits this in the lyrics to "Johnny B Goode": "He used to carry his guitar in a gunny sack, go sit down in the woods along the railroad track, ol' engineer in the train, sittin' in the shade, strummin' to the rythm that the drivers made." Not a woodwind musician, but I believe that Ian is using "circular breathing" on this flute solo, which I had read was part of the origin of the song's name.

[@republicoftexas3261]

The studio version is definitely my favorite too

[@muskyman1018]

And circular breathing is the technique used playing a Didgeridoo for very long periods of time.

[@JoeTheOriginalOne]

11:17 Actually, the funny part is that Ian Anderson didn’t learn flute initially. He picked it up while starting out with Jethro Tull. He picked up a flute and a chord sheet on a tour, and played around with it. You can really tell how well he picked it up. He’s the only reason that after learning to play percussion and drum set, I wanted to learn flute.

[@ricardotorres1238]

Still have my 45 year old original copy of this album on vinyl. It never gets old.

[@joedirt3449]

sweeet

[@theguire]

Yah! Me too. I have not played them in years. I need to repair my Dual turntable and now I am motivated..

[@kevinflynn4519]

You haven't heard Tull until you've listened to the whole song "Thick as a Brick".

[@Thewanderer_378]

Agreed 💯! Had the pleasure of seeing them do the entire album. Incredible! 😮

[@johnrhodes7812]

the studio version of this song is one of my favorite pieces of music from any decade. Its amazing, worth checking out.

[@andremartin5446]

This version is a live take from if I were to gues 1982 during the Broadsword and the Beast tour. The ending of the song has the band merging parts of Black Sunday into this version, which is off their A album from 1980. The original Locomotive Breath was from 1971, but this is a much later version of the song.

[@TheMister123]

Yep. Threw me off at first because Peter John-Vetesse is dressed like John Evan did in the '70s.

[@nomenestomen3452]

Ian Anderson, the lead vocalist and flute-player teached himself playing the flute, creating his own unique playstyle of that instrument. He also plays the role of a medieval harlequinn every time on stage, wearing medieval or hippie-types of costumes and staying on one leg with the other leg angled while playing the flute. A real great performer at any circumstances.

[@MsUrbangirl]

I love watching your reactions, I find myself smiling throughout! I still get chills watching Ian and listening to Tull even after decades. Saw them live a half dozen times, easily my favorite ever band.

[@davidmaggs3743]

It brings me joy to see the joy on your face from the music I have enjoyed for years. I love your channel.

[@williambrown5662]

Just a suggestion you really should look into their album "Songs from the Wood" its a masterpiece. and should be right in your wheelhouse

[@marinhrabric6162]

Yes definitely

[@morriganmoonglow2712]

That album is indeed great.

[@GhoulishGrinMedia]

Folk rock at its finest. 🍺

[@lajoyous1568]

I love Songs from the Wood It's one of my favorite albums ever.

[@Astro-Markus]

This album was my first contact to Jethro Tull decades ago. It still sounds fresh and fun.

[@camerondodge2070]

Always remember: The flute is a heavy, metal instrument. They deserved that win! Jokes aside, J Tull are the band that got me into prog, as well as heavier music, absolutely love them.

[@zenistfpv]

they absolutely did. Crest of a Knave is a brilliant album is ways Justice for All simply isnt. If it had been up against Master of Puppets? no question who wins then, but every metalhead musician knew exactly why they won over Metallica

[@camerondodge2070]

@@zenistfpv Well, I really made that statement as a joke. I think the only problem with AJFA is the usual joke of the missing base. Other than that, flawless album, every bit as good as Crest. And while I like Tull, I think Metallica are more important when it comes to metal. Well, back then at least. So, in reality, I still think Metallica should've won. (Although also in reality, my favorite of the ones nominated was Iggy's album.)

[@ThePapaja1996]

bagpipes to

[@charleswatkins8558]

This is one of my all time favorite songs. I'm so glad you are featuring some of his music. Wow I can't believe how much this music still gets my heart racing.

[@ron7910]

Thanks for doing this! I love Jethro Tull. This concert is actually in 1982. Looks like the Broadsword and the Beast tour. This song is an encore at their concerts, so the piece shifted from Locomotive Breath to the dramatic theme of a song called Black Sunday which was on the previous album. This sounded great for being at the end of a long concert! I know you prefer live, but I have a feeling you would love Tull's studio work, like Songs From the Wood. If you want though to see Ian and band at their prime live, check out the early to mid 1970s. Cheers!

[@MrSinghKhanna]

I love watching your journey into actual Progressive Rock, to me it's still the best form that Rock ever took.... Rush, Jethro Tull, and this is just the beginning :)

[@randymaclean2707]

Thank you so much for this video! I attended one of the concerts on this tour, and your reaction to it all, frankly, gave me chills. Your commentary added a new dimension to Ian's performance, that is incredibly enjoyable. I do hope there are things in your life that bring you as much joy as you bring to us... ❤

[@Cashcrop54]

I love watching this with you. Seeing the smile and hearing that giggle is priceless! Even better are your insights and thoughts on these great bands. Back then anybody over 30 said they had no talent. Couldn't sing ect. I always knew they could play and sing but now I KNOW why. Thank you!

[@Yoda8945]

It is wonderful that you revisited Jethro Tull, this time with Ian on flute. The look on your face to his flute part was priceless.

[@Rob-ic8tr]

I love it when she geeks out like that.

[@joshuacaldwell5270]

In 'Thick as a Brick' Ian drops actual classical measures/scales on his flute. He is phenomal in musical arrangement.

[@Blindeyedog]

I saw them live: that energy goes for the whole show. Amazing stage presence; amazing band.

[@Rinesk]

Beyond really good at the flute.... he's the master. No one else compares. So unique. Incorporates playing notes, breathing, and vocal notes all at the same time.

[@Arquibus]

My favorite Jethro Tull song of them all. You can feel the train coming apart as it races to its own destruction. If you want more flute, you should try "Cross-Eyed Mary". My favorite flute in anything ever.

[@bruuno77]

I loved your genuine enthusiasm for this one. Ian Anderson is a genius and Jethro Tull an under appreciated pioneer is music. One day you have to do a special long episode of the full album version of 'Thick as a Brick' (Not the 5 minute version which is great too but not nearly as complex, etc. A feast for the ears and the mind.

[@blaqdaze]

Seeing Tull in person (way back in the day) was one of the most memorable concerts that I have ever been a part of. I have seen many many great bands but for sheer show, no one beats Tull.

[@andersolow5509]

Truly a "crazy and creative mind"! I love your enthusiasm to songs I've loved for so many years, and you bring new understanding to why I always loved them. A million thanks!

[@RMForbes505]

This is the encore song for this concert, in their shows they often do medleys that start as one song inject another and end up with the original song they began with.

[@PaulDamonThomas]

I've long been a fan of Jethro Tull and Ian Anderson, but watching your two reaction videos of their songs has made me rediscover how extraordinarily skilled and talented of a performer (and musician) Ian Anderson truly is. So many of us have taken it for granted, listening to the amazing studio recordings, that it is all too easy to lose track of what an astonishing front man Ian has been. I cannot think of anyone, of all of the incredible front men and women, that truly could compare to what this man was doing. Thanks for the wonderful insights and your excitement. It is such a pleasure listening and watching along with you. I've gotten to the point where I say, "Oh! She is going to LOVE when they do THIS" right before it happens. :D Best wishes!

[@jcara17]

Great review! Ian is Scottish so the attire is on point. The sound of the band is often folk-like or medieval which you picked up on. The song "Locomotive Breath" is about over population, told as only Ian can tell it. The Locomotive 🚂 part is a metaphor for "bedroom activity" and what it can ultimately produce. Ian's stage presence was influenced by his 2nd wife in ballet (I think), if I remember correctly. May be someone else can comment. I think there is another reference to ballet. Also, a lot of his persona is just natural. He will often play, standing rock-steady, on one leg. The flute playing was self-taught and he will often "beat-box" adding vocal sounds. He can play many other instruments including guitar (with alternate tuning) and mandolin. There is nothing mundane about a Tull show. The video you reviewed appears to be a typical final number. The big evolution in the music is not part of the original piece. I attended quite a few shows in the 70's and they would end with a flourish and giant balloons 🎈. Check out the "Bursting Out" album. Did you notice Ian's deformed right pinky? Sadly, at 75yo now, Ian suffers from COPD chronic obstructive pulmonary disease. Still, he continues to perform.

[@scottchace780]

I grew up listening to Jethro Tull. But your appreciation of them helped me to appreciate them and Ian more. I got goosebumps listening to this with you.

[@theguire]

You and me both brother. Brought me to tears.

[@larrydee9265]

Agreed....✌️

[@josephmonaco4503]

As far as Ian Anderson's breathing and Flute playing, you definitely need to go back and watch them in 1969 at the Isle of White Festival to see and hear Ian's voice in every note of the flute and on one leg. Amazing sound and visual.

[@pauldavies6037]

I just love this girls reactions she brightens up my day every time and who could not be amazed by Ian and the Tull every time

[@susangodejohn315]

Watching the joy in your face as you get caught up in the flute solo is so fun to watch!!! I’ve been a Tull fan since getting the album as a gift from older brother at the age of 14. Hard not to move when you hear it 😊

[@henryandlindapazos9465]

This is one of the best reaction videos I’ve ever seen. I’ve watched it at least 30 times. Thank you.

[@CBXJuha]

I just saw the current version of Jethro Tull, last Sunday here at Tampere, Finland. The show was amazing, even though Ian Anderson's singing ability is not to be praised any more. He still pulled off quite a show, not bad at all for a 74 year old suffering from COPD.

[@merseyviking]

Indeed, I saw them a few months ago and it was a great show even when there were technical difficulties he still kept the audience entertained. His voice isn't what it was, for sure, but as a lifelong Tull fan I'm happy to fill in the missing parts.

[@CBXJuha]

@@merseyviking Yes, he's still that incredible showman. Flute playing, still brilliant. What I missed, I wished he would have played some acoustic guitar also. Knowing how good he is with that too. I wonder if he has given up on that for some reason? The rest of the band, no complaints there, absolutely well done all the way. Of course I miss Martin Barre on guitar, but must be said that new guy did really well. Also when giving singing backup for Ian. Was a great night of wonderful, rich music.

[@johnjones4825]

9:20 "Folky" You are right, Elizabeth, Jethro Tull is often described as being a folk rock band. I think you may also like the intro on the studio version of this song!

[@55itsme]

I understand people hearing a Folk Music quality in Jethro Tull, but I don't get that vibe from this song at all. I had learned to play the studio version of this flute solo on guitar and it came out straight hard rock with Jimmy Page phrasing and all.

[@irontoolgoddess]

I sincerely thank you for this. As a teenager, I was born, bred and raised by Jethro Tull. Like your previous Aqualung breakdown (which took me back many decades), I thank your take, on his flute skills. Vocalising INTO the flute has opened my eyes. Thank you.

[@Chiwa1414]

Ian Anderson is a damn bard. If he had been born a thousand years earlier, he would have wandered Europe , with his flute, and played played for Kings.

[@skepto-o-punk8286]

If you want to heat Ian’s “beautiful” voice check out The Minstrel in the Gallery (the song) and also Velvet Green or Fire at Midnight from Songs from the Woods album. (That whole album is great.)

[@UrbanDragon]

Second this,when I first got this one I listened to Kissed by a Witch on repeat.

[@netgnostic1627]

Love Songs from the Wood. When I got it as a Christmas gift when I was 16, I was initially disappointed, because it wasn't exactly like Aqualung. But I soon realized Songs is a masterpiece.

[@vinnyganzano1930]

Heavy Horses is one that gets me every time I hear it.

[@jima6545]

Budapest is one of my faves from him vocally

[@fizgig2016]

Songs From the Wood is my all time fave Jethro Tull. The song "Ring Out Solstice Bells" lives with me forever.

[@-R.Gray-]

His inspiration for vocalizing through the flute was blind jazz multi-instrumentalist Rahsaan Roland Kirk, who was also known for playing 3 saxes at once. This is pretty tame compared to some of his solos. Something very entertaining is watching Finnish flute teacher Heline see him for the first time on her Heline Reacts channel - or just watch the video of the solo from Tampa Bay in 1976 :kzbin.info/www/bejne/rZWZpmaehp6VobM Sometimes he vocalizes in harmony with what he is playing, sometimes he snorts.

[@discordantmelody9316]

Helene was my introduction to the reaction genre on YT. Very entertaining watching her change from "I'm only doing this because my viewers asked me to and I don't expect to be impressed" to becoming a real fan girl.

[@muhkuh0816]

that for sure would make an interesting reaction video.

[@BC-ui9yt]

@@muhkuh0816 Helene is amazing. And watching her react, as she's done multiple times to "Yethro Tull" (as she says in her lovely accent) is fun.

[@ellingtonhilligas]

Rahsaan was an amazing person. He was also blind. He has incredible breath control that allowed him to do circular breathing on sax and flute.

[@Tampahop]

Every time I watch a live performance of Jethro Tull, I want to cry. I had a chance to catch him at that 1976 performance in Tampa and I missed it. Argh!!!!!!

[@raymondsiewert2720]

One of the greatest most talented performers in Rock ever ! Brought a mix of minstrel and rock together it has never been done before ! His flute playing is unique as he speaks through it ! Brilliant ! 😳🤩

[@briansimon4363]

Elizabeth your reactions are a delight. I’ve been a fan of JT since the 70s so you can guess how old I am! One of their more recent albums is ‘Crest of a Knave’ with great storytelling tracks. Listen to ‘Mountain Men’. It has all JT do best, melodic, a great story that triggers such clear images, Ian’s clear enunciation telling the story and beautiful musicianship. The consistent hallmarks of all Jethro Tull’s work.👍🏻

[@dougbarton4668]

Between his flutter tongue, and vocalizing through the flute, he’s just incredible. This is by far my favourite JT song.

[@sacredgeometry]

Really? There are so many great (arguably better) songs.

[@gablen23]

It was the golden age of rock music, with so many different styles and personalities, and Jethro Tull with Ian Anderson was definitely one of the most unique bands of the time.

[@matthiasmartin4355]

Absolutely love this song and performance. Thanks for reviewing it.

[@kevinbalfour1728]

I absolutely love the look of amazement on this very beautiful lady's face. Such a pleasure to watch.

[@brianjones8751]

Ian was self taught on the flute. When his daughter took flute lessons she told him he was holding and playing it incorrectly

[@fredkrissman6527]

I believe Ian only picked up the flute @ a yr before the band's first album release! If so, it was his singing style that influenced his flute playing, not the reverse as was suggested in the reaction!

[@Broccoli_Highkicks]

Just shows that creativity always trumps technical ability. It's also one of the problems with musical instruction, in that it teaches people what not to do, which often stifles innovation.

[@FrankFiene]

@@fredkrissman6527 Yes, because he has seen Clapton and was sure he cannot compete. But Ian‘s acoustic guitar play is also great. Barret is one of the most underrated instrumentalist of all time.

[@lbd-po7cl]

One of the things a lot of trained flutists pick him up on is the way he holds his right hand pinky. But the reason for that in his case is that he has a slightly deformed little finger, so developed an unconventional style of holding the flute.

[@BC-ui9yt]

And props to him for being willing to change.

[@Sfendo63]

Have seen it performed live by him (2003) in an ancient Greek theater (Herodes Atticus Odeon), with extra flute solos, it was magestic. His stamina and improvisations were outwordly. Great job on reaction and analysis as always Elizabeth, thanks.

[@dennistowerofpower5808]

Breathe of fresh air… your excitement, astonishment intellect amazement, just the right amount of innocence. Beautiful don’t ever change. I really enjoyed this. Thank you.

[@HawkqOjOp]

I saw this tour live back in the day, too!! Crazy performer - he IS his music! I've played the flute for over a half a decade and I can answer part of your question. I was extensively classically trained with my private teacher being the first chair floutist for my city's famous orchestra. I became first chair in my State orchestra for 7 years in individually judged classical competitions. I even got to meet Jean-Pierre Rampal and Pedro Eustache. Here, Ian is "tonguing" so fast, that he's actually NATURALLY using his throat to help him tongue that fast, and hey, your voice accidentally comes out when you do that. You sort of make the "T" sound while bouncing back and forth with your tongue to your upper palette. While doing that, you relax and and open your throat more than you normally would when you want a crisp, clean flute-only sound, then your voice just comes out with it. I can't tell you how many times I accidentally found my voice sneaking through when playing my flute because I was so into the song and was craving to sing with my flute! Ian seems like an old soul when he's performing - from another era as if he were medieval, Celtic, Irish or from the Highlands. He's the best in the world and I think the only one who does it like that.

[@NewBritainStation]

The intro is a bit extended from the original, although this one is lacking the bluesy piano start. To really get a good idea of Ian’s flute and performance, My God is fantastic. Like Aqualung and Locomotive Breath it’s originally from the Aqualung album, although the live video from that era is prior to its recording and differs a bit in the arrangement and lyrics.

[@billtbodger]

Having seen them perform many times in the 80s (this concert was in 1982), I can honestly say Jethro Tull deserved even more recognition than they got, Ian a great story teller, not just a singer, he can play everything as well

[@richardhammond8422]

yes I'm jumping around the net and running into your reviews... brilliant, thanks again

[@JL-us2dp]

Thank you for sharing and analyzing the great music we had in the seventies

[@BxLxZxBob]

Ian Anderson is amazing! He is more of a traveling minstrel lost in time. I've seen them live on their 30th and 50th anniversaries, never wavering, he is a complete showman, funny, talented, saucy and amazing songwriter as well.

[@gregedens3712]

Ian Anderson is the genious behind..."JETHRO TULL!!!!!!"...He's the man!!!!!!