Bill Frisell: NPR Music Tiny Desk Concert
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- čas přidán 13. 07. 2024
- The brilliant and nimble guitarist reinvents the songs of John Lennon at the NPR Music offices.
Set List:
Nowhere Man"
"In My Life"
"Strawberry Fields Forever"
For more videos and to subscribe to the Tiny Desk Concerts podcast, visit npr.org/tinydeskconcerts. - Hudba
Bill really knows how to play with the silence between the chords and stretch time.
He's a very Zen guy in this regard.
like miles.. uses silence in his phrasing - which is beautiful
@@cmkilcullen8176 stole my reply lol look at icon. Miles Einstein of music first thought is right thought otherwise you then try to do something and sound familiar albeit incredible, first thought you will play something nobodies ever heard. Bill is miles on guitar negative space in a painting it's art and high level understanding✌️🎶🎷
@@ryanphelan6861
Yeah man...
And he's playing a very nice strat...♡
@@ryanphelan6861
Prince of darkness...
"Hey Tony, go grow a mustache...or get ci-gar or some'n..."
so many of the elements modern guitarists think they "have to" learn - like thrash machine-gunning, whammy dive-bombing, 64th note arpeggios - Bill just seems to have ignored. And yet - or maybe _as a result_ - his playing is just breathtaking, incredibly beautiful. He's absolutely one-of-a-kind, utterly unique, a guy who really and truly found his own voice. His understanding and application of harmony is amazing. wonderful.
the word guitarist can almost be used as a pejorative now... i would say bill is not a guitarist, he is a musician
He's always played with such a sensitivity, almost a kindness. Some people just have that musical demeanor that makes the sounds more intimate and honest. When he's playing Lennon's or McCartney's songs, it's like hearing a conversation at the next table between true and understanding friends.
I'd say at the SAME TABLE!
That's a good way of putting it, playing with such sensitivity and KINDNESS. Would have never chose that adjective but it's perfect.
"almost a kindness" Well said.
Dave Dalton Yes, sensitive in everything. "In My Life" is so moving.
Bill has in spades what Lennon lacked... or ended up lacking.
May be that’s why they compliment each other so well here
"Music is a trip ... Im 60 years old and today is the 1st day and whole thing is in front of me"
That`s what it is!!
Too bad you missed the 60's. You don't know what you're missing.
@@Bobby007D Nowhere man :)
@@javiceres The world is at your command !
🙏
Watching Bill play is kind of like riding on a rickety old rollercoaster... it's thrilling and beautiful, but you can't escape the feeling you are about to go off the tracks.
I love the affection of your statement.
Something in the way he plays
Attracts me like no other...
See what you did there! 🔥
How can this genius be so humble? I love how he "paints" with music. Reminds me of Thelonius Monk! I haven't even mentioned his guitar playing. A Master! Thanks, Bill!!
Anthony Johnson when he plays Monk it’s truly incredible. Best Monk on guitar ever played.
The more you know the more you realise you don't....hence true genius is humble even self destructive in critiques. He's a national treasure like miles on trumpet a one off they broke the mold.
Yes, Bill has a sublime version of Monk's "Epistrophy" here on CZcams.
@@nickkomanowski9503 sublime taste chapeau monsieur ✌️🎶🎷 merci beaucoup
A true master has a marriage with Art, and knows what it takes to reach a shore just to discover there are mountains infront which also have to be crossed and after that something new appears, that's the life of a true artist. There's no Ego only Art.
I like the way Frisell paraphrases the inner structures of these songs and not the outer 'skyline'. He may seem to deface these songs, yet he shows deep fidelity and respect.
Sounds simple and calm but there's a lot of stuff going on in the details and nuances. The timbre, spaces, mutes, reverbs and delays, dynamics, loop overdubs , effects, all dancing together in perfect harmony, consistency, sense, and beauty. For a guitar player, this is very difficult to do, even if you are a shredder .
especially if you're a shredder
Shredders will pass on this one
This is some of the cleanest playing I've ever heard. Every note is perfectly sounded. You're spot on, it's just incredibly nuanced and detail oriented playing.
WOW, "shredders" are only adolescence's that just need acknowledgment for how fast they can spout drivel. AAHH It's the chicks
Especially if you're a shredder. ;-)
Thanks to Bill, of course, for this lovely performance. But thanks, too, to the Tiny Desk A/V engineers, Mike & Kevin. As a guitarist watching this, I'm really grateful for how it was shot and recorded-it really provides insight into Bill's playing.
yes but a maybe a dumm wish, I would have liked to have even a brief look on his gear : people mentions pedals, stuff...?
Bill Frisell always invigorates my interest in guitar every time he plays. Such amazing phrasing and tone. He makes that strat sound great.
I wish I could play guitar so much like myself as Bill plays like himself.
heres how - start learning guitar and give up learning songs after the first year and then play for 15 more - experience - myself
or if you want to follow frissell's path learn all the songs you can and keep learning everything you can about music and play with great players.
We all do
Great comment. Me too.
He’s bold
I am not American but if someone asked me what Americana is, I would say "Bill Frisell"... In its most sophisticated and honest form...
As an American, I heartily agree. Perhaps that distinctiveness is what appeals to so many of his European fans?
Bill picks up the shreds of memories , reharmonizes them , then turns them into a solemn prayer ...
yeah, I'll go with that.
Bill Frisell is like his music: warm, nice and very human. Thanks a lot NPR! I love Tiny Desk Concerts!
Frisellmania!
Frisell says more in this 20-minute concert than most guitarists say in their WHOLE discography. Thank you, thank you!
I keep coming back to this extraordinary performance. It never gets old, and the listening experience is never the same. Such a pleasure to listen to and to view.
I saw Bill Frisell in Santa Barbara about 6 years ago with his Kenny Wolleson, Greg Leisz, Tony Scheer band. It was a wonderful, low key concert. They played Turn, Turn, Turn, it was about a month after Pete Seeger’s passing. There weren’t many dry eyes in the audience; it was so beautiful that it broke your heart..
I saw the very same group in Szeged, Hungary. It was a great experience, indeed.
Where did he play in SB? Downtown somewhere?
They played in the Lobero Theatre.
Artistry of the highest degree.
I've been a Frisell fan for many decades and will never stop.
What an amazing tone he creates, he's technique is excellent.
one of a kind, probably my favorite guitar player of all time...at least top 3....just a genius on the instrument...so original and tasty!
I love that Bill always or usually says: I'm not sure what's going to happen" too true! We never do. That's what's so exciting about playing music and living life!🙏
If the first day of spring could play guitar, it would play like Bill Frisell.
Bill, humble ace as always... he works so hard and with so much intention when he plays live. The result...and the highlight for me was his Strawberry Fields...truly a gem of musicality. His talent for using the delay in a uniquely complementary fashion is part of his genius. The man is a legend.
what a beautiful sound and a humble person !!
thank you Bill
He is amazing.
He, and a couple of other really talented musicia, brought the jazz guitar to the XXI century.
I thank him for that
He's been renowned since the '70s
@@michaelwertzy9808 that was the XX century
The perfect song to accompany me, this sunny, autumn morning, while walking to the nursery home where I got a volunteer job. Bill Frisell gives a depth to the song, that truly seems to represent what it's like to be a nowhere man.
You not only have a good ear for, and taste in, music, you also have a good heart...Thanks & blessings for being a volunteer & helping those in need....😳👍😇
He's just a great example of a Human being, in everything! Thanks Bill!
simply incredible...
I have never seen someone integrate so many effects so musically without it seeming like they take over
his playing is just beautiful
Could you tell us what effects you recognized and why it was used ?
I am new to electric guitar, been playing acoustic for 8 years, and I just discovered amps and stuff !
Working on my technique for sure (shreeeedding) but how about these effects you talk about ?
Can't recognize 'em..
If you look up Bill Frisell pedal demonstration on YT then you get a breakdown.
He is using the EH Freeze pedal to do long held drones. He is also using a tape delay modeling pedal to do some delay and short loop effects that he is then playing over. One of the things I like best though is that in his playing he is using very slight vibrato to create a modulating sound that sounds like an effect but is a subtle aspect of his playing (one which goes really nicely with the style of effects he is using) ...
its really nicely put together
Frissell uses a Line 6 DL4 delay for looping phrases; this is in addition the Freeze....
I just noticed the vibrato in his playing too. Thought it was a pedal but I can see it in his hand. Seems like he is intentionally going for a more square-wave kind of pitch variation (versus the more standard sine/consistent shape). Really cool! Sounds more like an old record or tape or something.
@@Mehdiemporio, You're on the wrong page "shreeder", "and stuff"?!
This takes me back to the Melbourne Jazz Festival a few years ago where I sat 10 feet from Bill in a masterclass. Got to shake hands with him afterwards. Never really needed a bucket list after that :) Hands up everyone who was singing along with the music!
yep my bucket list was filled 3 amazing times.. including an autograph on my folk songs cd.
This was one of the best Tiny Desks in a long time. Thank you for posting this!
He's so loveable. Never mind that he's an extraordinary musician. I've seen Bill a few times, and he's always brilliant and never predictable.
How honest this man is, goes further than music, he's being himslef...
:)
Mr. Nicholas Himslef
I really love it when brilliant people like Bill are this humble. Makes him more iconic than he already is.
He may be the best guitarist most have never heard of
Love Bill Frisell! Met him in Seattle five years ago! He is unique, and everything he plays makes perfect sense, besides, the passion of his notes take you to magical places. 👍🏼👍🏼👍🏼🎼🎵🎶🎸🎵🎶🎼
In My Life: the gentle presses on the pick guard to help bend the neck for an oh-so-gentle waver. Brilliant.
He's just got that incredible touch and sensitivity that humbles all the choppers to ground.
A masterful musician-magician!! His interpretation of The Beatles music is unique and beautiful!
I saw this video years ago, and I had completely forgot his name or that it was a part of npr.
i spent more time searching for this than Id like to admit.
I ran into this by chance today.
I'd say today turned out pretty good.
I've watched the whole concert with drums, bass and pedal steel...SEVERAL times. It is fabulous! If you haven't seen it, and you enjoyed this, you're in for a real treat!
The Voice of Nature Speaks Through Bill Frisell - Plain and Simple
I recognize this guy's musical landscape, it is like visiting a favorite part of the countryside, I produced a version of Nowhere man it is a superb song. Thanks Bill, you play so well.
I'm glad these masters of the craft take the time to play 'popular' songs on occasion. It's a real tribute in so many ways
oh man, it was trippy
such great stuff and after all that he's still so humble
what a great person!
I remember when I was in my 20s( Im 50 now) I discovered him and fell in love with everything he did. I loved that warbling sound he gets, and it took me forever to realize he is bending the neck. Such a huge influence on my playing. A true poet of sound.
One of those exceptional, rare guitarists that one recognizes within a few notes. Truly outstanding.
Wow, so incredibly creative, that work on Strawberry Fields, just gives me goosebumps.
Simply an amazing performance. Bill is able to convey the essence of Lennon's music...the charm and nuances that made Lennon's music 'his own' is very apparent; it has been perfectly enhanced by Bill's interpretation. I know John is enjoying listening to Bill's discovery of his music.
This man is a GENIUS on the strings!
What a man, what a person, what a musician! I love you Bill!
I wish I could play the guitar like you, Bill. Thank you for bringing those old songs to life. Thank you. Your music has just brought me back to life.
No doubt he is one of the most incredible players ever!!!
I discovered Bill in about the mid-80's...he has mellowed a bit, and grown quite a bit. He's probably the most expressive guitarist I've heard....and such a golden touch.
This is one of sensitive playing. I have ever seen. He makes special atomosphere . Love it ✨
sweetest sound from the sweetest guy. Love you Bill, thank you Mr. Frisell.
I love this man and his humility and wonderful playing.
"now I gotta learn all this stuff,i thought I knew it"---that just cracked me up,whatta a great sense of humor and self deprecation,love it.
His right hand is pure magic. Kudos to the director for closing in on it during the first song.
A master. He is in his own space. Truly a musician beyond compare.
Bill has such an amazing sense of dynamics and space. It's easy for guitarists, especially in jazz, to fall into the trap of endless 8th or 16th notes at the exact same dynamic level, but there's something much more profound and musically mature about this.
he's the yin and metheny is the yang
@@monkeyxx yeah pretty much!
What a wonderful perspective of these songs.
If you are here listening then you are blessed to hear one of best interpretive guitarists ever.
check out his collaboration with elvis costello....deep dead blue....masterpiece.
Man... his playing is just so lovely. These renditions are gorgeous. Don't know what else there is to be said.
that strawberry fields arrangement was just amazing. Great concert.
aaaahh Strawberry Fields Forever ¡¡¡
Absolute genius. A magician. That ending of Strawberry Fields- OMG! Just incredible 🙏 ❤
Such beautiful performances of each song. Very few artists are able to cultivate an original voice. I've always experienced Mr. Frisell as one of those artists that takes us out of our ordinary mindset and touches us in places that we may not have known were there.
Thank you NPR for sharing that with us.
I love Bills playing, so laid back and intricately simple, could listen to him for hours. Thanks.
I do listen to him play for hours, LOL
Love your style make my soul happy thanks Bill
You can tell how passionate he is just by listening to him. I love Bill. :)
This guy is simply amazing.
Fantastic! Captures the songs' essence so well and through a surprisingly effective jazz interpretation.Takes me back to when I first experienced these formative pieces that had such an impact on me, and I love the intimate performance. Great sounds from that guitar. Warm soulful, heartfelt, and really moving. BRAVO!
ok, I love Bill Frisell.drawn to his thing like a moth to a flame,,such imagination and lyricism,,,the vibe is contagious(pure joy!!!!)plus he is obviously a guitar nerd,yep me tooooooo!!!!!
Goosebumps. I'm so stoked. Going to see him in January.
I remember stumbling upon this guy’s beautiful performances a while ago, but never forgot them, and with a little digging, I embrace their simple beauty!!!
He is simply THE BEST! His melodies are inspired. His playing is flawless, and though what he's doing is ridiculously hard, he makes it look simple. And, if you really need some face melting metal runs, he can do that to! (Naked City, Is That You, Smash & Scatteration) Now, if someone can just figure out a way to get him and David Gilmour in a room together I could die happy. And if Knoffler, Jerry Douglas, Ry Cooder, and Nels Kline want to stop by, I'll allow it! Ha Ha Charade You Are!!!!!!
Bill Frisell is amazing. His music is not that complicated - I've been playing guitar for over 40 years and I can do most everything he does - but I can't put it all together the way he does!! What can you say but Bill's a genius!
What a humble giant....my idol.
A master of the guitar! I'm without words.... beautiful!
Absolute magic. I was just mesmerised by one man and his guitar. Strawberry Fields was perfection and shows what can be done with a great melody. You've got to love Bill Frisell and his unique style. I'd also love to hear him play with Julian Lage who is another free spirit.
Stunning! Guitar virtuoso, nothing short of it. I just had found this guy recently on a second hand CD and I have just been enthralled by his playing but, this was a whole other level! Gorgeous and from the heart. Dude handles modern day gismos VERY well for his age! Another stellar Tiny Desk!
I was a passenger on the "Bill Bus" in Seattle beginning in the early 90's when he had just arrived in town. His sounds have been lodged in my soul ever since, and evermore, I trust. I'm thankful to the gods of synchronicity that he ended up in my corner of the planet when he did.
Wow, I love this. Of all the Tiny Desk Concerts I've heard this is my fave. Phew, mesmerizing.
A magician, what a great taste.
Thank you endlessly for this one. Nothing like that Bill Frisell magic!
He knows how to play
I know we like our rockers , but this is tone, talent, soul, humble person, not like this kid i once asked if he was an artist and he said i play 21 instruments today's generation can dream and talk is very cheap and comes with attitude but this is realistic talent THANK you SIR
We love you, Bill.
Such an original interpretation and solo guitar performance on Beatles tunes with a "twist" and different musical landscape. Literally wonderful !
He is always amazing!
Égal à lui même ! Aussi humble que créatif et talentueux ... ce gars traverse le temps et le son ;)
What's really crazy is to listen to the stuff Bill did with Naked City, come back, listen to this, & realize that somehow it's the same guy playing both. :: mind:Blown. ::
Wow, Will, most, I mean MOST Commenters have no clue what you're talking about! I think it was John Zorns project. The album cover was a crime photo by the great Weegee, I believe.
the man feels the spectrum. still, i haven't come across much footage of bill tearing it up
Incredible work. I have been a Frisell fan for
many years, he just keeps getting better all the time . . .
I saw Bill at Boulder Theater this summer and it changed the way I will watch and listen to other players form that day on. What an unbelievable soul!
Great sound. A truly humble person!
Thank you Bill for giving the Strat a nod
How can you not like this? so easy and perfect
Now this is quite nice. I've always loved Bill Frisell's sound on recordings, but I've been having a hard time finding a video that does justice to it. But then this makes me think, his music is really listening music. There's a lot of subtlety and understatement in the music that is not so easy to focus on when watching him play. Way to go Bill! Thank you for all the great sound over the years.
So freaking beautiful.
The great Bill Frisell ! A solo concert, this is so cool!
entrañable, maravillosa interpretación, precioso Bill Frisell-Lennon...