Although somebody made this point: Sitting right behind Garth - and just playing parts all night - was Joe Farrell, one of NYC's best jazz saxophonists.
We were at the concert, December 30th, 12th row. They were my favorite Band live; better than studio recordings. It was one of the first shows they played with the horn section. 52 years ago, and I can still feel tuba reverberating through my body. I'm so grateful for these videos; they transport me back in time.
I saw them at the Albert Hall in London in 1971, I think. But I don't remember the horn section being with them. What was surprising was the way, with the exception of Robbie Robbertson, they would just get up and swap instruments. That was a revelation because, like most people, we had only heard them, so we had no idea who played or sang what.
Has there ever been a more natural, honest to god brilliant band in the entirety of popular music? I very much doubt it! Apart from playing the music for their audience, these guys are looking out for each other like soldiers in the trenches. A band in the truest sense of the word! Quite remarkable how their class and musicianship have yet to be equalled to this day, some 50 odd years later.
According to Ralph Gleason, that renowned jazz critic who attended this show, after Garth finished his solo, the horn players raised one fist in approval. My only quibble with watching these songs (is the entire performance available?) is with the camera work: At times the right moment is missed. Having said that, I never knew the "Rock of Ages" show was filmed in any way. A pleasant surprise and much enjoyable. Some of the greatest musicians, and wonderful horn arrangements by Allen Toussaint.
I listen to this at least 100 times a year and it sounds fantastic every time , it pulls me in and just consumes me while I’m listening THE BAND is just incredible
This was a two night set, so I’m guessing they’ve parsed together lots of clips and needed to hide some parts that didn’t truly sync to the music. Your point still stands…. Awful camerawork, but I’m always grateful to see the Band
I've had this on LP, CD + Cassaette and never knew Garth was blowing up the Sax on this song. Fantastic video great sound + perspectives. "Rock of Ages" on Video would/will be collected.
Robbie did not rip off his brothers. They all made a lot of money. If he made more it is because he wrote the songs and kept things together when the others, except for Garth, were too stoned to show up for practice and to write songs. If they couldn't hold on to the money they made that is not Robbie's fault. Having said all of that I love all them, especially Rick and Robbie.
Take a long look you are not going to see talent like this anymore these guys were cut from a different cloth then most musicians .
Crème of the crop as vocalists AND musicians. It doesn’t get more pure than these guys
Garth coming out from hiding to blow a kick ass sax solo. Perfection.
Although somebody made this point: Sitting right behind Garth - and just playing parts all night - was Joe Farrell, one of NYC's best jazz saxophonists.
It doesn't get any better than this. I've always been jealous of Danko's voice.
Es mi voz favorita también. Tenía una capacidad para las armonías vocales, que no he visto en nadie más. Too soon gone.
So unique
Same!!
Who isn't not to be rude or something like that but danm they were a game changer for my life
E-vocative… 🙌
We were at the concert, December 30th, 12th row. They were my favorite Band live; better than studio recordings. It was one of the first shows they played with the horn section. 52 years ago, and I can still feel tuba reverberating through my body. I'm so grateful for these videos; they transport me back in time.
I saw them at the Albert Hall in London in 1971, I think. But I don't remember the horn section being with them. What was surprising was the way, with the exception of Robbie Robbertson, they would just get up and swap instruments. That was a revelation because, like most people, we had only heard them, so we had no idea who played or sang what.
Once your hear them, you can't forget them... The Band IS a medicine show!
Those were the days of real music !
Brilliant. The Band will live forever.
My words exactly!!!!
Has there ever been a more natural, honest to god brilliant band in the entirety of popular music? I very much doubt it! Apart from playing the music for their audience, these guys are looking out for each other like soldiers in the trenches. A band in the truest sense of the word! Quite remarkable how their class and musicianship have yet to be equalled to this day, some 50 odd years later.
What a Banger
Love the band, growing up in the 70s, stoned, best stuff ever PEACE ✌
According to Ralph Gleason, that renowned jazz critic who attended this show, after Garth finished his solo, the horn players raised one fist in approval. My only quibble with watching these songs (is the entire performance available?) is with the camera work: At times the right moment is missed. Having said that, I never knew the "Rock of Ages" show was filmed in any way. A pleasant surprise and much enjoyable. Some of the greatest musicians, and wonderful horn arrangements by Allen Toussaint.
I listen to this at least 100 times a year and it sounds fantastic every time , it pulls me in and just consumes me while I’m listening THE BAND is just incredible
Master of the "Grove"
Toussaint came up with fantastic horn charts on this one, even compared to the rest of his writing for this concert.
Long Live the Band. Educate the masses
Always a blast when Garth steps to the mic.
Garth is doing a solo? Let's zoom in on that music stand
Their stage setup mimics exactly their basement jamming setup.
This just made me smile for like the first time in two weeks. I love them so much.
RIP Robbie Robertson 😞
RIP Robbie 💔 your spirit will never die ❤🎶🎸🥀🕊️🕯️🙏
We shall not see their like again. Unique and wonderful with a touch of magic.
Alan Toussaint and his horn section for this show...just amazing work.
Toussaint's trademark stop-time horns pushing the last choruses and that high trumpet shake from the great Snooky Young at the very end. Brilliant!
This album should be in every collection 😍
Man these guys were in the pocket
Fucking awesome!
Music - wonderful. Camerawork - terrible. Still, a thumbs up because it's The Band.
Let's cut away from Garth while he does his sax solo. 😂
@@scottharrison9768 Yes. Cut away from whomever should be the focus at any given time. I guess the cameraperson didn't have room to maneuver.
This was a two night set, so I’m guessing they’ve parsed together lots of clips and needed to hide some parts that didn’t truly sync to the music.
Your point still stands…. Awful camerawork, but I’m always grateful to see the Band
At their peak. Love this!
Great .... Great...Great.... Love Garth's sax playing.... Love the close-ups of Levon's playing..
Keep these coming.
Rock of Ages!
続き来たー、毎日一曲ずつアップされるのかなー？
ore please....more, more, more. Or, just release the whole thing! Yeah!!!
The audio quality is terrific .. Wow.
Great acoustics. The Band at their peak and no screaming crowd. A smattering of applause at the end.
Bring out ' the best horn men in New York'
Robbie's guitar is sick here!
Excellent 😎❤️🎸🥁
RIP Robbie
This is the first concert where they added the New Orleans horn section.
Music for the ages.
It just can't get any better.
Garth - last man standing now. 86yo.
Hard to believe because he was the oldest of them.
Oh my god
Love It!
I've had this on LP, CD + Cassaette and never knew Garth was blowing up the Sax on this song. Fantastic video great sound + perspectives. "Rock of Ages" on Video would/will be collected.
Horns arranged by Allen Toussaint...bontemps roulez!!!!
😢 0:51
Perfect.
If there's better out there, I ain't heard it
Kicks like a mule.
...so perfect...
This is terrific,. Thanks ! So appealing !! Very Musical ...
So many things going on inside there
Sent off to #musicalityofbobdylan
Page...
#joshuasrow ❤🎉😊
💥💯
Is this show available on a an album?
Yes. Rock and Ages. And later collections.
Did Levon ever change drum heads? 🤣
the Band unparrelled. RR ripped off his brothers, shameless phony . garth Levon rick and Richie the essence of spiritual camaraderie
Robbie did not rip off his brothers. They all made a lot of money. If he made more it is because he wrote the songs and kept things together when the others, except for Garth, were too stoned to show up for practice and to write songs. If they couldn't hold on to the money they made that is not Robbie's fault. Having said all of that I love all them, especially Rick and Robbie.
Prove he did, then. Anything besides "Levon said so"?