Is he truly? I think of that term as describing someone whose musical expression is unimpeded by any physicality, be it the instrument or the player's ability. I have never thought of Grisman as meeting this criteria and, as demonstrated in this video, is sometimes a bit clunky or heavy-handed with the pick. Of course, no one has done more than him to put the spotlight on the instrument and increase the awareness of it, and is a highly musical and prolific composer. When I think of virtuosity on the mandolin I think of Andy Statman, Sierra Hull or Chris Thele...both seem to have no impediment whatsoever in expressing their musical expression. Of course, these days, standardized, long-established definitions for terminology mean little, as individuals now freely co-opt descriptions to suit their own desires...
@@dr.p3637 Okay, but you have widened the scope of the discussion to "melodic virtuosity". To me, pure virtuosity has to do with technical ability, mastery of the instrument, and operating beyond any impediment the instrument may offer. No doubt Reischman could fit this description. And if one is both a virtuoso AND highly melodic, this is a bonus!
i would lovw to know if this is one of the lyyod loars he from our only music shop in stateaville nc they previously belonged to harry west the stores named harry and jeanie west shes still with us but now there 2 sons run the place its a bluegrass music store great people
Few years back bought a 1800s bowlback in perfect playable condition for $120, antique dealer assumed it was a non functioning wall decoration. The Luthier has his zithers and harp guitars in the New York MET museum, I own one of two mandolins that exist.
Saw David with the greqt Tommy Emmanuel a CPL yrs ago in Ithaca NY - Super fun show. So glad we made the effort, something like that may never happen again thanks to the CCP virus.
A legend playing a legendary instrument. It doesn't get any better than that.
I've got H-5 Serial Number #76494
Virzi Tone Producer #10065 signed also on March 31,1924. Fine axe.
My Hero!!
He may be the DAWG, but he’s also the GOAT!!!!
Gorgeous - David looks good too.
Great.. wish jerry G. Was with ya here jamming ✌️☮️
Here from the magazine. This was just great. Such great tone and production. Thank you !
Very Nice one Mark D. Sounds great in David's paws! Mine is in well played condition!
Amazing
David Grisman is truly a Virtuoso
Is he truly? I think of that term as describing someone whose musical expression is unimpeded by any physicality, be it the instrument or the player's ability. I have never thought of Grisman as meeting this criteria and, as demonstrated in this video, is sometimes a bit clunky or heavy-handed with the pick. Of course, no one has done more than him to put the spotlight on the instrument and increase the awareness of it, and is a highly musical and prolific composer. When I think of virtuosity on the mandolin I think of Andy Statman, Sierra Hull or Chris Thele...both seem to have no impediment whatsoever in expressing their musical expression. Of course, these days, standardized, long-established definitions for terminology mean little, as individuals now freely co-opt descriptions to suit their own desires...
@@musicofanatic I would add John Reischman to your list. He is certainly the most melodic of all of them.
@@dr.p3637 Okay, but you have widened the scope of the discussion to "melodic virtuosity". To me, pure virtuosity has to do with technical ability, mastery of the instrument, and operating beyond any impediment the instrument may offer. No doubt Reischman could fit this description. And if one is both a virtuoso AND highly melodic, this is a bonus!
Cool sounding instrument!
I mean, come on folks, this is gold
Long live The Dawg
David, you look just like Sierra Hull playing a F5!
Never would'a guessed this guy was friends with Jerry. Lol
Jesus, he's good and that's a beautiful mandolin.
Did he buy this at Elderly? I swear I saw this there.
I’ve got a mandocello and a mandolin, I really think I need a mandola also.
The eternal Dawg…
i would lovw to know if this is one of the lyyod loars he from our only music shop in stateaville nc they previously belonged to harry west the stores named harry and jeanie west shes still with us but now there 2 sons run the place its a bluegrass music store great people
Few years back bought a 1800s bowlback in perfect playable condition for $120, antique dealer assumed it was a non functioning wall decoration.
The Luthier has his zithers and harp guitars in the New York MET museum, I own one of two mandolins that exist.
Saw David with the greqt Tommy Emmanuel a CPL yrs ago in Ithaca NY - Super fun show. So glad we made the effort, something like that may never happen again thanks to the CCP virus.