A long time ago in a galaxy far, far, away, when I was a young lad in grade school and decided that saxophone was the instrument I wanted to play, I found myself lost in playing the "boring" concert band type of fare. Fast forward a few years and I was able to take a jazz band course in my first year of high school. I think I had finally found what I was looking for. Well, as fate would have it, one day while perusing my local record shop I came upon this band called "The Weather Report" and, specifically, and album called "Heavy Weather". I knew nothing about this band at all, but I decided to buy the album based on the artwork and a band name I thought was pretty cool. Wayne Shorter, and the rest of the incredible band, changed my life forever! The type of music they played was something I had never heard before, or even knew could be made. I went from nearly giving it all up to dedicated almost all of my after school hours to devouring everything I could of the genre of jazz/fusion. I don't know if there is a point to this wall of text, but I just want to thank Mr. Shorter for inspiring me, and to thank Esperanza for bringing back a great memory in the best way possible. <3
Scat, while killing it on bass. And a beautiful voice. An amazing talent. Looks effortless but what you’re watching is so incredibly difficult. Listen to the counterpoint between what she is singing and what she’s playing. Love love her.
Wow. The fact that she could sing such intricate parts (on key!) while playing complicated bass lines is astounding, plus the video quality is absolutely superb. I am truly amazed.
A truly wicked performance of the highest caliber. What amazing skills and talent. More young musicians need to be getting inspiration from Esperanza. Few have reached her level of ability. Practice Practice Practice!
A long time ago in a galaxy far, far, away, when I was a young lad in grade school and decided that saxophone was the instrument I wanted to play, I found myself lost in playing the "boring" concert band type of fare. Fast forward a few years and I was able to take a jazz band course in my first year of high school. I think I had finally found what I was looking for. Well, as fate would have it, one day while perusing my local record shop I came upon this band called "The Weather Report" and, specifically, and album called "Heavy Weather". I knew nothing about this band at all, but I decided to buy the album based on the artwork and a band name I thought was pretty cool. Wayne Shorter, and the rest of the incredible band, changed my life forever! The type of music they played was something I had never heard before, or even knew could be made. I went from nearly giving it all up to dedicated almost all of my after school hours to devouring everything I could of the genre of jazz/fusion. I don't know if there is a point to this wall of text, but I just want to thank Mr. Shorter for inspiring me, and to thank Esperanza for bringing back a great memory in the best way possible. <3
Wayne Shorter became eternal today so it is fitting that this came up while I was browsing.
The amazing girl with two brains.
Scat, while killing it on bass. And a beautiful voice. An amazing talent. Looks effortless but what you’re watching is so incredibly difficult. Listen to the counterpoint between what she is singing and what she’s playing. Love love her.
I saw this when it aired on TV in 2010. Her performance blew us away!!! I still watch it. That is why I am adding my two cents in 2024!!!!
Esperanza Spalding... You are a great singer and musician one of the best in the world...!! Congratulations everybody wonderful performance.
Some people are just given too much talent and beauty. She is just fabulous
This lady is a gift.
Stunning performance by all.The scat singing while laying down the bass groove, is remarkable.
Wow. The fact that she could sing such intricate parts (on key!) while playing complicated bass lines is astounding, plus the video quality is absolutely superb. I am truly amazed.
Esperanza is by far the most talented musician of her generation! No doubt about this! Vocals, bass, composition : all is perfect!
Holy phucking shite!!! I just realized some. THAT'S A FRETLESS BASS!! Difficulty of singing and playing this track = 100/100
You could practice forever and never reach her level of ability. She is truly blessed with the gift of music!
So jealous of her students at Berklee.
Her joyful playing is infectious.
THAT was my first ES experience. Her playing is killer and her voice is absolutely beautiful!! WOW I am blown away.............
A truly wicked performance of the highest caliber. What amazing skills and talent. More young musicians need to be getting inspiration from Esperanza. Few have reached her level of ability. Practice Practice Practice!
Great musician and great singer 🤩🤩😍😍 ...
Clicked on her legs and stayed for the music. Mind blowing talent...love this music.
There are no words to describe her talent! 🔥🔥🔥