What is the Best Saxophone Song?

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This discussion centers on identifying and sharing the best saxophone songs, with participants recommending various tracks and artists. Key mentions include "Baker Street" by Gerry Rafferty, "Forever Autumn" by Moody Blues, and "Sweet Child O' Mine" by Guns N' Roses. Dream Theater is highlighted for their complex compositions, particularly "Octavarium," showcasing their progressive metal style. The conversation emphasizes the importance of sharing links to songs for better appreciation and discovery of music.

PREREQUISITES
  • Understanding of saxophone music and its significance in various genres.
  • Familiarity with notable artists such as Gerry Rafferty, Dream Theater, and Guns N' Roses.
  • Knowledge of progressive metal characteristics, especially in Dream Theater's compositions.
  • Ability to navigate music-sharing platforms and access song links.
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  • Explore the discography of Gerry Rafferty, focusing on "Baker Street."
  • Research Dream Theater's "Octavarium" and its musical structure.
  • Investigate the influence of saxophone in rock and metal genres.
  • Learn about the contributions of artists like Erik Mongrain and Tommy Emmanuel in guitar music.
USEFUL FOR

Music enthusiasts, saxophonists, and fans of rock and progressive metal genres will benefit from this discussion, particularly those looking to discover new songs and artists in the saxophone and guitar realms.

  • #931
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=nI7gzXz1cHo
 
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  • #932
It is amazing what survives on the internet. I remembered that Jeff was in the movie, Phantom of the Paradise, when I saw it listed on netflix. It turns out that he played three parts. Sure enough; found part of the movie on YouTube. He is the guy with the dark glasses singing [and passing around the Cheech & Chong joint. :rolleyes:]

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=xd4IxRHlNVQ

At one time he was roommates with Paul Williams, who starred in the movie and was a popular musician back in the 70s. Jeff told me a few stories about his life back then - rich and wild and living the hollywood life. He also told me about some hit songs that were stolen from his locker, but I probably shouldn't say more.

I had never seen the movie [thought I had] so it was kind of cool to see it.
 
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  • #933
I don't think that i can say what is my best song, because after some time it will get boring, but one of my favourite songs is nightwish will smith-men in black :wink:
 
  • #934
Speaking of Roberta...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHC5B3dqZws
 
  • #935
White Flag, by Dido.

and the lyrics are amazing...
 
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  • #936
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NNk40ETqQJk
 
  • #937
Theme from Il Postino

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Mh-qb_pYw7Y (guitar and bandoneon)

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=AA3yIp3_8Jw (a more orchestral version)
 
  • #938
Here's one for the old-time computer programmers - reminds me of my days with Fortran. One of my favorite live Stan Rogers songs. No video, but it's a a cute song, from "Between the Breaks". You'll recognize the lead-in and lead-out identifying this number as an out-take from a Dr. Demento program. "You've got an appointment!"

 
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  • #939
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/8bFgxKov8Ts&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/8bFgxKov8Ts&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>

Plug in your good headphones for this one.
 
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  • #940
One more thing about Jeff came to mind that I wanted to mention. He was also buddies with Lorne Michaels, who came to Jeff one day with another one of his wacky ideas about some nightime comedy show that he wanted to do - ultimately called Saturday Night Live. He offered Jeff a part in the original cast, but he was pretty busy at the time so he turned it down.
 
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  • #941
Clair de Lune - Claude Debussy

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=LlvUepMa31o
 
  • #942
  • #943
How about a little change of pace? Anyone else a fan of jazz? Here's a little Django for ya...

AEzsPGHsi90[/youtube]
 
  • #944
I don't know if anyone picked this one yet since I didn't read all of the 58 previous pages but I think Metallica's cover of "Loverman" is the best.
 
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  • #945
Back in the 70's there was a band, Mountain. Well, they're still around - after 37 years.
http://www.mountainrockband.com/main.php

Some good tunes. They have a Mountain Radio App on the site. It started with Mountain's Masters of War with Ozzie Osborn.
 
  • #946
I love Mountain. One of the best trios ever, though it should be acknowledged that Felix Pappalardi laid on a lot of studio contributions. He produced Cream, so it wasn't a stretch to see him guide Mountain through their early offerings.

I absolutely LOVE Corky! Great drummer. One could argue that Bonzo was better, (and I might take that side), but Corky got far less credit than was due.
 
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  • #947
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=F9oeBVlm3gw

My favorite song and a good (Jap) movie I watched few months ago (about a girl who grows up and forget her dog) - but above video doesn't flow well along with the song.
 
  • #948
Ivan Seeking said:
Speaking of Roberta...
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=wHC5B3dqZws
Video removed by the user.

 
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  • #949
"Miracles," by Jefferson Starship...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7tCrBF71JCU
 
  • #951
psss... Do not tell astronuc about this video.

just found it.

might be a joke. I loved it. I love Satriani.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/6TIq6GwejJE&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/6TIq6GwejJE&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>
 
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  • #952
65Gh0U0wkBs[/youtube] I like this one.
 
  • #953
Jeff Buckley - Last Goodbye
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=NEiieZ50_yc Fiona Apple - Forever is a Promise
 
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  • #954
I've been listening to this version of this song for a few months. Odd to imagine she wrote this when she was in her 20's.

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/tKQSlH-LLTQ&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/tKQSlH-LLTQ&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>

I think I told Lisab that I wanted this played at my funeral, because it reminded me of me.
 
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  • #955
Fleet Foxes - Mykonos

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=7TbmLkwMHwo

Keller Williams - Best Feeling

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=QHDupqwy-nA
 
  • #956
B. Elliott said:
Keller Williams - Best Feeling

Ah! Don't get me started on acoustic guitar...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/xdEAccE7BMs&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/xdEAccE7BMs&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>

Unfortunately, I'd never heard of these guys, and missed half their set when they came to the OCF. This song was playing as I approached the main stage.
 
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  • #957
OmCheeto said:
Ah! Don't get me started on acoustic guitar...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=<object width="425" height="344"><param name="movie" value="http://www.youtube.com/v/xdEAccE7BMs&hl=en&fs=1"></param><param name="allowFullScreen" value="true"></param><param name="allowscriptaccess" value="always"></param><embed src="http://www.youtube.com/v/xdEAccE7BMs&hl=en&fs=1" type="application/x-shockwave-flash" allowscriptaccess="always" allowfullscreen="true" width="425" height="344"></embed></object>

Unfortunately, I'd never heard of these guys, and missed half their set when they came to the OCF. This song was playing as I approached the main stage.

A punk band called Toy Dolls does a great version.. if you can stand punk. ;-)
 
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  • #958
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=arZDB-7osXQ

What Is And What Should Never Be by Led Zeppelin
 
  • #959
The Yardbirds, "Heart Full of Soul."Early Jimmy Page...

https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=f9mQkFpkShg&feature
 
  • #960
Renaissance - Prologue


Annie Haslam had an incredible vocal range, and I've never heard any other artist reach the high notes like she does.

Annie Haslam - Sounds of the Sea - Renaissance


Renaissance - Ocean Gypsy


My favorite tune by Renaissance is 'Ashes Are Burning' from their live double LP album Live from Carnegie Hall. Jon Camp plays a great bass solo.

Renaissance-Ashes Are Burning part 1 (studio version)
-pt1
- pt2


One of my favorite and more mellow rock pieces (from former Procol Harum members)

Crawler Stone Cold Sober
 
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