I Played Victor Wooten's HARDEST Bass Solo (20 Levels Of Difficulty)
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- čas přidán 7. 06. 2024
- You've waited a year, now it's finally time to play a full cover of Victor Wooten's "The Lesson"! Remember to TAP like and subscribe if you enjoyed this!
Original Song (Victor Wooten, The Lesson): • Victor Wooten wows wit...
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0:00 Intro
1:09 Music - Hudba
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Who are some of the players who made you fall in love with bass? 👇🏻
You 😅
@@mathiasaaron6945 Same
gentoo
@@mathiasaaron6945 yeah, I'm in the same boat.
Also, my challenge might require your fretless bass since Arab maqams have microtones.
Noone is as “clean” as you. At a such young age I think you are on your way to be one of the greatest of all time.
You should check out Gev Delano. He is 10. Federico Malaman described him as already better than most bass players around. He is amazing. Charles is not bad either.
Sorry bro he already is.....
@@michaelotten1956 He’s 10. Maybe he’ll quit. Charles is a mature adult bassist. That’s a different story.
@@michaelotten1956 That kid is exceptionally good for a 10 yo but you can't compare him with Charles, he's light years ahead of Gev Delano
@@michaelotten1956 child prodigies don't count lol
What’s really mind blowing about Victor to me is his ability to use his virtuosity without sounding indulgent or show-offy. His playing is always emotional and musical even when using weird crazy advanced techniques.
@Jonkathan P link me to a performance of his that’s like that
@Jonkathan P how? I want to know what kind of music you like to have opinion of Wooten like that
show-offal.
I've met him and he's a genuinely nice fellow, not a speck of arrogance, humble and kind.
It comes through in his music.
It's like his techniques are just beats in a story. You're just along for the ride.
Met Wooten once, setting a piano up for Jazz Fest while his band was unloading into the same venue. Brief conversation. One of the nicest pro musicians I ever met, based on that, genuinely a warm and engaging human being.
So is Jeff Tain Watts
based or bassed* ?? hahahahahaha i hate myself...
Charles is so clean it's actually disgusting.
Absolute filth
It's so clean that it feels dirty
Way cleaner than Wooten, tbh.
Yeah. Utter bullshit.
It makes me sick!
Charles: Starts level 1
Me: Hope he is doing it backwards
This year is already better than 2020 just because of this
Found this video because Victor himself shared it!
Where did he share it? I’d love to see his response to this epic cover 😀
@@AlbertMartino17 On his Facebook page!
it’s amazing how you managed to build up this channel with wise stewardship over the momentary fame Davie lent to you. and you succeeded in building up your own fanbase, maintaining your original profile where you truly popularize high quality, high-end music. so just thank you!
Indeed. Fewer memes, more music. Memes are ok but music is better.
@@reav3rtm Davie got carried away with them, that's why I stopped watching like 3 years ago
kinda like pewdiepie with jacksepticeye
@@charliekember6749 and more subscribers increased 😭😂, I just recently started watching davie 504 , more intelligent and funny , we line in a generation where the music must be interesting and the likes , stick to your boring charles
I just hope every bass he plays is over 18 years of age, because what he does with them is literally sexual.
I will always be grateful to Davie504 for bringing my attention to Charles
yes, "there is always two. The Master and the Apprentice." And I think for all Davies antics, he still has a long way to go before he could legitimately dethrone KING CHARLES
I agree!
I enjoy charles much more, he’s actually serious about music. Not implying davie isn’t, it’s just he has succumbed to the meme culture and clueless idiots who watch him for the ‘funnies’
@@i-ate-bread for anyone who has a bit real interest in music (and not the memes), Charles would definitely be better for them. Davie's jokes will become boring over time.
Still, credit where it's due, Davie did bring more spotlight to the bass and the community as well. Charles was discovered from those joke videos by Davie (the nickname Charles the PRO is there), so props to him.
@@prototype9904 Davie has incredible skills, but he tends to play more funky and upbeat style, while Charles is more on the musical and emotional side. Can't say Davie is bad because he really isn't.
Charles, i speak on behalf of all of us when I say you're the best. You listen to your subscribers and give us a billion times better than we expected. Thank you for this astonishing cover.
The only bad part about this was you didn't give us the "uh" wooten did. But that's ok :).
"Charles, i speak on behalf of all of us"..... no you don't
@@12vibaba so you disagree with his statement?
Victor postd this video on fb
"This guy is really good. I love it when someone takes what I do and adds their self into it. Bravo. "
I'm a guitar guy myself, but man, in my 51 years, I don't think I've seen someone as incredible on bass as you. Davie is amazing, but you're world-class, dude. And young still, geez. Where do you go from here? lol
Damn. . .😯
The weird noise was so sudden why can’t I stop laughing
4:55 , hahaha same
He came on the note, and he knew by the looks of his face 😔.
It's in the original. It's a thing Wooten put in there to surprise people
The best part lol
Forgot the moan afterwards tho
4:55 No "uhh!"
my disappointment is immeasurable, and my day is ruined
Facts
Nice profile pic
Yeah man. Singing the lyrics was the actual 20th level. He failed me
@@fahriddrums4959 the lyrics 😂 "uh" - Victor Wooten
The whole song but it's made of "uh's"
Victor Wooten's FB post about this video brought me here.
I've just re-listened to Wooten's live performance of this and love the fact you referenced his squeaky noise in that - amazing stuff.
The best part about Victor Wooten is that's he knows how to teach
he values his and our humanities above all, really the best
The first CZcams lessons he made were the best music instruction I’ve ever seen in my life, but they all seem to have been deleted. By the way I’m a keyboard player.
It's very humbling how he is able to explain his techniques.
Guys, it was a joke, his song is called “the lesson”
No...i think u read the title wrong this song is called THE LESSON
I used to think that the lesson was in the music, the technique, the speed, the flawless performance.
But no.
The lesson was in the dedication. The time and effort. And the countless hours.
That's the real lesson.
As a bass player, who likes to divide the history of the instrument between BV and AV (before and after Victor), this version is perfect. I wish we could get a reaction video from the man himself, Mister Wooten.
Considering Victor’s work with kids’ camps and as an ambassador for the instrument, I can’t help but imagine that he is happy to see the capability of the bass pushed, possibly even further, by someone citing him as an inspiration.
I think it’s neat to see someone like Victor push the human potential further, and then see others build on that foundation.
I mean the following with utmost respect: you are a talented musician having the benefit of standing on the shoulders of this giant. Your accomplishments are your own, and your brilliance is undeniable-but it’s impossible to overstate how amazing Victor’s accomplishments are, and the debt that next-gen virtuosos owe him. I’m glad to see you pay homage, even though you seem to either already be, or are likely to become, superior to him in skill.
Thanks to Davie that he told me about Charles. I am not a musician but I do love music. Sadly , Davie turned from musician to meme generator but we still have this channel.
From Russia with love, Charles.
Yeah he does make a lot of memes but he still has his bass and the skills which is good
He also mentioned that the reason he doesn’t make that many bass videos is because they don’t do as well
Thanks to god you mean .. he is the one deciding our destiny not us ..
@@footusic0821 Leave
@@footusic0821 i don't thank nothing
Found you through TwoSet Violin, oh boy...... you're the real deal. What talent! Bravo, or whatever you say in this genre...
Where?
@@lyndskii Look up TwoSetViolin, they're young classical musicians who're making violin and classical music in general way more accessible to people who otherwise might not think it's for them. At least, that's what they did for me, as a guitarist.
@@baggaza Yes, agree. I’m also subscribed to TwoSet. I’m just curious in what video did they mentioned Charles. She said that she found Charles through them. 😁
@@lyndskii now that you mention it, I didn't realise TwoSet have never directly mentioned Charles, but I think the algorithm did the work when Charles did his video defending Davie504/Bass against TwoSet. I guess a lot of TwoSet fans jumped on the fake drama and ended up here by mistake, haha.
This video is so amazing Charles. Your cover is so perfect and adds your own unique flavor.
You know is serious when Charles pulls out the og black bass
Victor has easily earn his spot as one of the greats in Bass. This truly does justice to his name, as well as a great solo piece!
Amazing and engaging music, as always. Congrats on getting a shout out from Vic! Don’t think I’ve ever seen him give a shout out to anyone on FB before, you should be proud 👍🏾👏🏾
Your a bass God. Not only did you learn an insane bass riff but expanded and improved on it while still staying true to the main melody while grooving. I enjoy watching your videos. You're at the Victor Wooten level of the next generation of bass players.
I had to sell my bass a few years back cause money way tight. But watching your videos has inspired me to buy a new bass and start playing again. You're amazing!!
That's great to hear, have fun!
In a few years people will talk a out Charles Berthoud the way they talk now about Wooten, Jaco, etc. he’s on another level, the next level
Its insane how easy he makes it look. Ever since first discovering him in wondering what even is his limit, clearly he has none
Future classic
It is sad that Charles doesn’t have a more public way of being discovered. This music is a show unto itself, feel lucky you were able to see it! Share it like I do as much as possible, and keep great music alive!
Yes 👍 insane head for music 🎶 and amazing technique . A true legend already seriously says DJSaxman🎷
Let's not go that far....
Fantastic song. The Lesson is what I played to get accepted to Berklee college of music, where i ended up taking woodshed lessons with Mr. Wooten himself!
Absolutely incredible. The audio quality allows us to really HEAR everything going on. I had to stop listening around #4 and get my headphones to appreciate it!
Me: Let's see on which level of difficulty am I
*Charles starts the level 1*
Me: Nevermind
Me: ok, I could but nine more?
Victor Wooten is arguably the best bassist of all time. This was damn impressive.
There is basically millions of Bassist all around the world,if u think like that than u musically immature
Victor is the best bass guitarist in the world argue with your ancestors🔥🔥🔥🔥🔥Victor ma guy🙏
Amazing - and really warmed my heart. I grew up in Nashville and saw every Flecktones show I could in the 80s and 90s. They'd always close with Sinister Minister, and he'd leave the whole audience gobsmacked.
Bro, thank you very for this video, the way you relax with the instrument is incredible is like it becomes an extension of yourself, bravo my man you are one a of kind!!!
I have literally not seen any bassist who is more highly skilled than Charles. His playing is mind blowing and insane
I know he isn't at the same level, but Rob Scallon is also up there
Albeit charles is VERY good I went too school with literally three guys that were just as good. At Berklee you learn there is soooo much more to playing than fast slapping or tapping. Not trying too dump on him again he is very good, but I certainly have seen better players than him.
Take a look at remco's groove lab :)
No such thing as a player who is "better," or "highly skilled," just people at different points in their journey of their relationship with instruments and music. Even the masters like Wooten are still learning every day.
@@sydneyduchaine4832Rob Scallen is super cool too!
“This Wooten guy knows his way around the bass” 😂
Was excited for this video back when you did your first Wooten video! Awesome stuff!
I really love your the heart and soul that you express in every video I watch of yours I been a guitarist for 21 years but my greatest joy is showing my love for music to my children I have a 4 month old son who goes crazy over the impossible bass solo video your just excellent to watch and humble and engaging with your fan base you definitely made my eyes open to how great bass is
Oh, My Goodness, Charles! This was Awesome! I really enjoyed your bass playing! Of course I watched the whole performance all the way through! Happy New Year! Great Show! John
Highest level of difficulty: Charles gets a serious face
That's how I knew this was serious 😤
I've been waiting for this forever. To think you posted it on my birthday. Let's go!
Happy Birthday!
Best birthday present!
Truly amazing techniques and tonality, Charles. Love to see someone as talented as you taking on Wooten's best stuff and smashing it.
That was absolutely outstanding music, video editing, creativity, and enthusiasm by so many talented musicians…one of my favorite videos so far.
You are the only person I've seen who doesn't just DO IT like Victor, but you freaking SOUND like Victor!!! It's surreal how incredible and on-point your tone is. Awesome work as always!!!!!!!!
This cover should be in a museum.
Wow! Great playing Charles. You inspire me to improve my bass skill.
Crazy stuff! It radiates high level! Good job on playing this. I must admit i prefer pieces that focus more on musicality than on technique, but i really enjoyed this
I am lucky to have been able to see Victor three time in the LA area. He’s such a humble guy.
HALF MT Yes. He had Reggie with him on one night. He was slapping a Stratocaster. It was unbelievable.
At 2:40 musical bliss begins and then it climaxes at 3:04 -3:06 and ends. I can listen to that over and over again!!! Well done
A watch it almost everyday several times
Thank you so much for this amazing cover
That was MAD!!! The techniques were mind boggling but what's more , the mental discipline to hold all those parts at that speed. Bravo !!
Come one guys. That was fucking brilliant. He is soo underated.
Why do you say he is under rated? Every comment I read is glowing with deserved praise. I think he is rated very highly.
@@cjheaford Find the real meaning of underated haha its true hard to translate
@@GameOn-po4bi
I found the real meaning.
“Underrated” in Merriam-Webster Dictionary:
“Rated or valued too low”
what do you mean “come on guys” ?? where do you see people talking shit about Charles?
@@cjheaford Hmm... ok then. But compare to the word "overrated" which has a bad meaning. Like the rate is shouldly low but everyone rate that to much than its should be.
I think "underrated' its should be a good meaning. Like something that has potential to get higher rated. Maybe :)
I appreciate how you make a 4 string instrument sound like more than that... Rock on!
My favorite Wooten song.... such a cool progression. You really do it justice!
Víctor Wooten: Plays some sick as bass line
Charles: *Sips some Bass juice
I feel like there should be a bass battle with Victor Wooten now.
FUCK YES
Second
I never really got that ''battle'' stuff, it sounds super retarded to me
like kids measuring their weiner
at that point cant we call for collaboration or anything along a more harmonious, constructive and positive line ?
@@patcaza6166 i think most people realize it's more of a collaboration, naming it bass battle just defines better what kind of a collab it is: a duet with turns
@@patcaza6166 The battles are a meme and memes sell on you tube.
But you comment made me laugh, thanks.
That was absolutely beautiful... the chord part was especially epic...
People like you and 504 make me wish that 42 years ago I picked up bass instead of guitar....
You still amaze me! Great job, really
Bro this was insane; that shit was the cleanest . I've never seen any person be so perfect with their instrument.
I actually prefer the clean and clear sound of this version... Impressive!
That's what Mr Wooten thinks
I agree, I like like Charles' tone and articulation more.
Just listened to this before work to get motivated! Thanks Charles!
That Funny Noise at the end, along with a Charles smile, lol. Like a cherry on top. Love it.
Flawless and amazing. Sad to see there are 80 haters that gave you a thumbs down. Well done man.
All the haters are Davie 504 logging off then back in to down vote.
I think Charles is Now the most technically proficient bass player today...although Victor Wooten is still the "Ultimate Bassist in the World"...it's because of experience and should I say its Gods gift to him. The thing that impressed me with "Charles the Pro" is he can play anything on bass and not limited by technical difficulties..He taps, play melody and Chords at the same time and even does the "Slapocalypse" which I think is even better than Davie504 and mind you slap is Davie's forte, he ruled the Slap and Pop before and owned 99% of the bassist in CZcams because of that insane skill, but now Charles is even better at slap!!😲, so cheers CharlesthePro503!.👍
I absolutely adore Charles' musical mind he is an artist indeed. But in my humbe opinion I think Nate Navarro is much more proficient on the bass. Dude's a beast.
Watch viktor wooten talk about bb king dude.
Please take a look at Wojtek, im sure you will be impressed.
@@amiraliqorbani Nice, Thanks dude, I've watched Nate's videos and its insane..I think he's a bit better at slapping and can also tap, but i think Charles still has some better composition skills... its just my opinion, its subjective, but anyway That Nate guy is indeed a beast!👍
@@tedthexeopian Yes will check, dont get me wrong Viktor is still the Best bassist in the world. He is like the legend patron of bass.
That was insane 👏🏻👏🏻 I truly enjoyed this! BRAVO 👏🏻 Very well done 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🥰
Congrats man, glad to see you making it
Best bassist ever, PERIOD
Victor or Charles?
I assume Victor.
Nah les claypool just because he can play all this stuff then sing/talk on top.
Agreed
@@ap24101988 naw primus sucks
That's the first time I have seen him actually concentrate on playing
That's amazing, mind blowing!!!! Great playing man😊👍👍👍👍👍
Holy god you actually went ahead and transcribed that whole thing! And then you played it near flawlessly! Hats off, my man, that was both really impressive and a treat to watch.
0:40 That’s me! Thank you for listening to your subscribers.
Victor Wooten Amazing Grace solo was my "I'm gonna learn bass" moment too!
Your tapping technique is flawless. I love it.
I can't stop listening to your cover... I dunno, I'm so obsessed with that composition. Your rendition of Wooten's work is so greatly done!
Funny fact. I unfollowed this guy on instagram because he is very intimidating. He is too good. And i was a bit discouraged to keep on playing bass.
But then, i found him again on youtube, and subscribed to his channel.
And here i am again, asking myself how to reach this crazy level.
My suggestion is be you. Enjoy the journey enjoy the process enjoy why you do it
As much as having those technical skills under your fingers is good particularly as a solo act let’s not forget the fundamental role of the bass which is a part of the rhythm section.
There is only one victor there is only one Charles you be you
Practice, practice, practice. And enjoy what you can do, instead of worrying about what you can't.
Charles tells of his journey somewhere. Many hours of playing, lessons, gigging. It’s pretty amazing, though, how people hope to get good without help/instructors. CZcams is a maze of musicians-some might teach in an orderly way but they don’t know you, so they cannot customize the instruction like a private teacher. Keep in mind that very high level playing means years of development. Enjoy the journey.
Bassists I fell in love with and wanted to emulate are Chris Squire (YES), John Paul Jones (Zep), Steve Fossen (original Heart), Geddy Lee (RUSH), any bassist who played with Steely Dan, Phil Collins, and Peter Gabriel. Verdins White (EWF), Gary Strater (Starcastle), Tony Levin (one of the top asked for bassists for both studio and live), Paul McCartney (Beatles & solo), Billy Sheehan (from his own band to DLR to Steve Vai), Pat Badger (Extreme), Dave Hope (Kansas), and John Myung (Dream Theater). I could list more, but since I’m a ‘60 y/o’ multi-instrumentalist most of my life beginning at age 4 on classical piano. I’ve had the fortune to hear every one of these bassists in the days of their prime. I’d be very interested how many of my list you or anyone might know.
My fave video of yours so far. So glad I subscribed
I've always loved this song, thanks for reminding me
I know Victor! My dad is really close friends with him, and I teach and jam at his camp sometimes! #Vixcamps @wootenwoods
Show him the vid xd
Wowow!!
Victor is the guy who inspired me just like Charles. Crazy that this music has such a long amazing effect.
I wanted this so much!!!! :D
Thank you!!!!! 🤩
This is truly impressive the tapocalypse and crazy classical style impacted me the most. It was like a perfect blend of classical jazz and rock. These transitions hold the listeners attention too
My mother used to play flamenco guitar so this is amazing to hear. It’s very hard.
This is now my favorite rendition of my favorite piece of music I've ever heard. I don't know what kind of compliment could hold more power than to say this joins Wooten's live version at the podium.
Some of the players who made me fall in love with the bass are Victor Wooten, Davie504, and some dude named Charles or something ;)
I didn't come to enjoy bass until recent in life but my goal before I die is to play this piece as you have in this video.
SO GOOD! We need a 1 hour version of this masterpiece!
The commitment and dedication to get to your level is incredible. You are an inspiration, loved it. Wish I still had my bass guitar but for now, got mouths to feed. Have you considered doing a tutorial series on the basics of tap, slap etc?
Dude I think you're low-key one of the best bass players alive
We came looking for silver,
And we found GOLD.
Are you sure? We found... platinum
@@TheJustinator diamond, even
Netherite
The little fill he does(only in the live version) right after the super fast slap is something I rewind and relisten too every time. It literally gives me chills. Pretty sure I even have a comment on that video from forever ago saying it. And again more recently lol I know I'm late to this video but great job. One I've always wanted to learn.
..released on my birthday..it has to be beautiful..awesome playing..
Best bass player I've ever heard and thats coming from a guitar player
This is my favorite song on bass!!!
Amazing talent and a sense of humor. You will never be without work.
Great. I think, IMHO, it's your best clip on YT. Just pretty. Love it!
One day you, Charles, will become new bass legend. Just keep on playing )
He already is. He is one of the best out there.
Can I suggest you Charles to do a bass battle with Nathan Navarro?
That would be just awesome
Oh yeah we need to see this
nathan is really good too but charles is on another level
They did!
@@harukomeyers7073 yeah I saw it, but it was only Nathan responding to Charles open challenge
We want a bass battle !
wow, thank you, Charles! That was so beautiful!
incredible. saw Victor in concert once.. it is a major stand out memory of the over 300 concerts i've attended.
Mr Wooten is the greatest bassist of all time, you nailed The Lesson perfectly Charles!
If you're talking about the wear marks they're from crazy amounts of slap and tap 😎