budo wrote:

here's a classic traditional tune that grew into a jazz standard.  it's also known as the Gambler's Blues.  some of the most famous versions of this tune were done by Louis Armstrong and Janis Joplin (not at the same time, unfortunately).  it was also transformed by Billie Holiday into one of her great hits, Tell Me More. 

you can read a lot more about this tune here: https://iwentdowntostjamesinfirmary.blogspot.com/

this version is of the slow blues type. i modified the harmony quite a bit although hopefully it's not too crazy

https://youtu.be/lTh4C-MYdvM

What a wonderful performance Budo ! Your harmonic choices add a fresh, soulful color to this legendary tune without overshadowing its roots. It feels classic and innovative all at once.
Excellent playing!
Greetings from Italy
Carmelo

thank you so much Carmelo, i'm really glad you liked it

here's a classic traditional tune that grew into a jazz standard.  it's also known as the Gambler's Blues.  some of the most famous versions of this tune were done by Louis Armstrong and Janis Joplin (not at the same time, unfortunately).  it was also transformed by Billie Holiday into one of her great hits, Tell Me More. 

you can read a lot more about this tune here: https://iwentdowntostjamesinfirmary.blogspot.com/

this version is of the slow blues type. i modified the harmony quite a bit although hopefully it's not too crazy

https://youtu.be/lTh4C-MYdvM

What a wonderful performance Budo ! Your harmonic choices add a fresh, soulful color to this legendary tune without overshadowing its roots. It feels classic and innovative all at once.
Excellent playing!
Greetings from Italy
Carmelo

Hello Budo,
Thank you very much for the lovely recording. I really like the harmonies; they’re quite special.
Best regards,
J. Unruh

thank you so much J. Unruh, i'm glad you liked the reharmonization i did!

budo wrote:

here's a classic traditional tune that grew into a jazz standard.  it's also known as the Gambler's Blues.  some of the most famous versions of this tune were done by Louis Armstrong and Janis Joplin (not at the same time, unfortunately).  it was also transformed by Billie Holiday into one of her great hits, Tell Me More. 

you can read a lot more about this tune here: https://iwentdowntostjamesinfirmary.blogspot.com/

this version is of the slow blues type. i modified the harmony quite a bit although hopefully it's not too crazy

https://youtu.be/lTh4C-MYdvM

There are many versions of this song, improvisations of all kinds. But yours probably stands out as very special. Your way of playing is unique and that's how it should be. I like your style.

This is awesome, well done. I like the left hand low tones in many places. Nice ending as always.
Always waiting for your next upload. It’s a joy to listen to your playing. I envy you, a bit

Greetings from Finland,

Stig

thank you so much Stig i really appreciate it! i'm glad that you find joy in these things.  i am honored that you like these so much.

here's a classic traditional tune that grew into a jazz standard.  it's also known as the Gambler's Blues.  some of the most famous versions of this tune were done by Louis Armstrong and Janis Joplin (not at the same time, unfortunately).  it was also transformed by Billie Holiday into one of her great hits, Tell Me More. 

you can read a lot more about this tune here: https://iwentdowntostjamesinfirmary.blogspot.com/

this version is of the slow blues type. i modified the harmony quite a bit although hopefully it's not too crazy

https://youtu.be/lTh4C-MYdvM

There are many versions of this song, improvisations of all kinds. But yours probably stands out as very special. Your way of playing is unique and that's how it should be. I like your style.

This is awesome, well done. I like the left hand low tones in many places. Nice ending as always.
Always waiting for your next upload. It’s a joy to listen to your playing. I envy you, a bit

Greetings from Finland,

Stig

you can read a lot more about this tune here: https://iwentdowntostjamesinfirmary.blogspot.com/

this version is of the slow blues type. i modified the harmony quite a bit although hopefully it's not too crazy

https://youtu.be/lTh4C-MYdvM