Which only goes to show that Nigel is a blithering idiot. Because EVERYTHING in music, and most things out of it, is better with a blistering sax solo.
***** Bill Bailey plays, among other things that I KNOW of, guitar, piano, clarinet, theremine, and an organ made up of bicycle horns. He has also presented and led a program dealing with every instrument in an orchestra. So, that he could teach the drums is very probable.
if Bill continued in that vein for hours and hours I would happily sit and listen. I can never get enough of his talent and the wit with which he expresses it.
*Sax guy in the back: "oi wtf is goin on? Do I play along with this or what? We didnt rehearse this?"* *Trumpet guy in the back: "FFS Gary leave it...."*
To be fair, if Bill had told them the key he was playing in they could have busked it . When I played in orchestras the word would go around before the gig "Queen in G" and we'd improvise the national anthem in that key.
@@mobubabe Great comment :D. Just for clarity, does that actually mean "have-a-banana"? That's the most sense I could make of it beyond just good silliness. Also, think he might be using the "pie-masha-intro" here (lol).
Bill Bailey is fantastic. If you ever get the chance to see his one man show (kind of stand up, but he does it in a unique way, using a ton of different musical instruments), go for it as he's great. Not many performers like Bailey.
Trevor mate I saw him live in Geelong last night and I want to kick myself so hard in the arse at how many times I have missed him over the past twenty years he tours Australia quite regularly you see. The first half of the show was a tad weird but the second half was thrilling. I could not believe how many instruments he played. That four string blues guitar was a real revelation. Everyone in the hall was mesmerised. I liked his comedy stuff over the years but in person he is beyond genius.
There is a man who loves music, understands it's place in history, and how it is constructed. Then add the ability of a multi instrumentalist, and a quirky sense of humor, and you have the unique talents of Bill Bailey.
This is why I always get a bit upset when people learning instruments say "Nah I don't need music theory, I'll just learn a few chords or progressions and make up the rest" - with music theory you can transpose your own songs and anyone else's into different keys and styles of music. Like, you can literally make music your bitch and do just about anything, you would be crazy not to want to learn as much as you can if you were interested in becoming a musician.
Depends what you want to do, but I generally agree... although some of the least creative/original musicians I know are also those with the most music theory knowledge. Interesting discussion about it here - ua-cam.com/video/p4GIXo_ACrk/v-deo.html
In theory. The person I know who knows the most music theory (a lot. Classically trained in piano and woodwind and went to jazz college) is also one of the least musically gifted I know. He can tell you what you’re playing and why it sounds nice. But he can’t make anything up himself that’s any more than functional. Instead of making music “his bitch” he’s a tedious bore who analyses everything and appreciates almost nothing.
@@Dreyno Yeah knowing music theory isn't a guarantee for being able to be creative with it. I'm quite the opposite from the guy you described. I'm absolutely dyslectic when it comes to music theory but I have no problem with making music pieces sound like a different genre entirely
I agree on all but the transpose bit. Electronic keyboards have been able to transpose for some decades; I can't help thinking a lot more musical creativity would be around if the time learning to transpose hadn't put so many people off. (And if the "musical establishment" didn't look down so much on people who use the feature.) One of the great composers - I think it was Gershwin, but may be wrong about that - could only play in one key, but had an early version of the transpose function: a piano with a lever that moved the action horizontally. (Must have been a nightmare to create/line up!) Bill is marvellous though. Immensely knowledgeable, but quite happy to share his knowledge, in a manner more like a teacher than showing off. (All the best teachers manage that.) And entertaining too - and very _skilful_ with the music.
+Daniel Sigmon I'm sure they don't. But I would say that being able to tell the difference between major and minor would count as extremely basic music theory.
+hastobe303 - I think most people don't know the difference between major and minor keys... only when you tell them that major=happy, minor=sad do they get to know about it.
I saw him live many times at our local club before he made it big. He was part of a double act called the Rubber Bishops. They were the best act there by far. It was often hosted by Eddie Izzard
And this is why I wish I’d had music teachers who could teach music theory... I’ve learnt more from UA-cam. Bill Bailey is amazing! Match of the day theme was the first one I ever wrote out in my blank script book.
I want 5 hours of this. He always cuts himself short, leaving the audience wanting more. It shows his brilliance but I wish he would do more of whatever he is doing instead of always only playing 10 second clips XD
loved his jewish folk adaptation! so true! always wondered why ski sunday sounded so familiar but didnt realise it was a Bach revamp. For more fun with music look up Victor Borge and there was an edition of my music where steve race proved he could turn almost anything into a strauss waltz
Never heard of him in Canada but his stuff ,the heavy metal bit he did or this, would translate over here. Thats one talented guy by the clips I've watched.
@Brad Lawrence Lol. Edit: come back to this video now 6 years later and I've not got my Fallout 4 Institute profile pic any more so your comment doesn't make sense now 😥
Genius. First saw Bill live on the "Part Troll" tour back in 2004 I think and have seen every tour since. Constantly smashes it on stage. SEE HIM LIVE!
0:46 "Does this need a blistering sax solo?"
"Don't be a fucking idiot Gerry".
+Ryan Denziloe fucking hell i laughed so hard...
+Ryan Denziloe Sublime commenting. Bravo, sir.
I just realised it. Fucking laughing my balls off...
I didn't even notice that first time round!
Which only goes to show that Nigel is a blithering idiot. Because EVERYTHING in music, and most things out of it, is better with a blistering sax solo.
Bill Bailey is the small troll-like music teacher we all wish we had.
+Smaakjeks K Who keeps accidentally mixing in lewd jokes to his lessons.
***** Bill Bailey plays, among other things that I KNOW of, guitar, piano, clarinet, theremine, and an organ made up of bicycle horns. He has also presented and led a program dealing with every instrument in an orchestra. So, that he could teach the drums is very probable.
I had a physics teacher who was just like him (also, looked like him).
estoniaman damn! So did I. Looks just like my physics teacher Mr Row
You forgot the Tibetan Double-Nose flute.
Chris Evans saying "oh, to be talented!"... Truer words have never been spoken...
Talent? No such thing. You just too lazy to practice consistently and blame it on not having talent.
live TV is a talent and he's very, very good at it. Sure, he's a bit of a dick, but what he does isn't easy.
@@feldersuk Really? ok.
Jakov Brižić i saw him live last month and Jesus Christ he’s talented
He basically had some of the highest viewed TV shows of the 90s, as well as the highest rated radio breakfast show. Talentless he ain't.
if Bill continued in that vein for hours and hours I would happily sit and listen. I can never get enough of his talent and the wit with which he expresses it.
That's pretty much what his shows are.
Bailey is fucking genius.
Agreed.
He’s a good comedian and musician but I’ll take your word on his ability in the bedroom.
bill is extremely talented, intelligent, and propably fucks.
Imagine having Bill at a party. Best laugh ever
I'd love that!!!!
I would've had him as the main music talent at my wedding reception if he were available at the time (and didn't cost much to hire).
Better that instead of some twat with an acoustic guitar playing Wonderwall.
Love him so clever
I'd go to that party!
*Sax guy in the back: "oi wtf is goin on? Do I play along with this or what? We didnt rehearse this?"*
*Trumpet guy in the back: "FFS Gary leave it...."*
0:45 ha! well spotted.
To be fair, if Bill had told them the key he was playing in they could have busked it . When I played in orchestras the word would go around before the gig "Queen in G" and we'd improvise the national anthem in that key.
I love that musicians can just join in on each other like that.
The sax player wanting to join in and the trumpet player saying, nah, leave it! 😂
There are always those people that spoil all the fun.
I love how much he seems to enjoy ending his little pieces with "OI!"
'ave a banana, OI!
***** I have made days, and rarely weeks. Never a month, let alone a year. I am honoured to have accomplished this for you, friend :)
valdez87 I-ve alvays thought it's "Ave Banana" :)
Lol )
***** What "Ave" as in "Ave Maria"? Nice!
@@mobubabe Great comment :D. Just for clarity, does that actually mean "have-a-banana"? That's the most sense I could make of it beyond just good silliness. Also, think he might be using the "pie-masha-intro" here (lol).
They could have gotten rid of the other segments and just had him messing around all day. Heck, just have Bill Bailey replace the whole show
Lol yup
The world needs more Bill Bailey.
and less Chris Evans
Yes, it does. His talent is boundless-they should teach him is school!
Bill Bailey is fantastic. If you ever get the chance to see his one man show (kind of stand up, but he does it in a unique way, using a ton of different musical instruments), go for it as he's great. Not many performers like Bailey.
TrevorSteven going to see him for the first time live in February 18 and I'm second row and could only be more excited if I was front row 😭
I'm seeing him in the next month or two as well, I've been looking forward to it for ages
Saskia i saw him feb 18 :) . Hope you enjoyed him! From the future
Trevor mate I saw him live in Geelong last night and I want to kick myself so hard in the arse at how many times I have missed him over the past twenty years he tours Australia quite regularly you see. The first half of the show was a tad weird but the second half was thrilling. I could not believe how many instruments he played. That four string blues guitar was a real revelation. Everyone in the hall was mesmerised. I liked his comedy stuff over the years but in person he is beyond genius.
Does he ever tour the states?
Bill Bailey is so amazing I could even tolerate Chris Evans for long enough to watch this
I love this bloke. He would've been such a good teacher.
And now Bill is back to slay Strictly!! 10 years from now he'll be the first man on Mars 🤣
There is a man who loves music, understands it's place in history, and how it is constructed. Then add the ability of a multi instrumentalist, and a quirky sense of humor, and you have the unique talents of Bill Bailey.
This is why I always get a bit upset when people learning instruments say "Nah I don't need music theory, I'll just learn a few chords or progressions and make up the rest" - with music theory you can transpose your own songs and anyone else's into different keys and styles of music. Like, you can literally make music your bitch and do just about anything, you would be crazy not to want to learn as much as you can if you were interested in becoming a musician.
Depends what you want to do, but I generally agree... although some of the least creative/original musicians I know are also those with the most music theory knowledge. Interesting discussion about it here - ua-cam.com/video/p4GIXo_ACrk/v-deo.html
In theory. The person I know who knows the most music theory (a lot. Classically trained in piano and woodwind and went to jazz college) is also one of the least musically gifted I know. He can tell you what you’re playing and why it sounds nice. But he can’t make anything up himself that’s any more than functional. Instead of making music “his bitch” he’s a tedious bore who analyses everything and appreciates almost nothing.
@@Dreyno Yeah knowing music theory isn't a guarantee for being able to be creative with it. I'm quite the opposite from the guy you described. I'm absolutely dyslectic when it comes to music theory but I have no problem with making music pieces sound like a different genre entirely
I agree on all but the transpose bit. Electronic keyboards have been able to transpose for some decades; I can't help thinking a lot more musical creativity would be around if the time learning to transpose hadn't put so many people off. (And if the "musical establishment" didn't look down so much on people who use the feature.)
One of the great composers - I think it was Gershwin, but may be wrong about that - could only play in one key, but had an early version of the transpose function: a piano with a lever that moved the action horizontally. (Must have been a nightmare to create/line up!)
Bill is marvellous though. Immensely knowledgeable, but quite happy to share his knowledge, in a manner more like a teacher than showing off. (All the best teachers manage that.) And entertaining too - and very _skilful_ with the music.
The sheer musical brilliance on display here is mind blowing & Bill should be world famous for the music stuff he does.
🤣
or...maybe he is just competent and we are massively under served
That just went completely over those presenters heads
+Lee McDaid - Guitar I guess they just don't understand music theory
+Daniel Sigmon
I'm sure they don't. But I would say that being able to tell the difference between major and minor would count as extremely basic music theory.
+Lee McDaid - Guitar certainly over her head.. I think Chris got it..
Without a doubt
+hastobe303 - I think most people don't know the difference between major and minor keys... only when you tell them that major=happy, minor=sad do they get to know about it.
"Oh to be talented" - Alas Chris Evans, you've never uttered a truer word.
Mr. Bailey is musically gifted, funny as hell, intelligent like no other, and wonderfully humble with it all. What an absolute wonder.
The line between insanity and genius, bravo Bill B :D
Saw Bill Bailey live a few weeks ago .Class performance and he played Stairway to Heaven with cowbells👍
Bill Bailey can't resist doing the Cockney OiH! at the end of each time he plays LOL
He's actually a master of accents. His American accent reading of Moby Dick was marvelous.
I met Bill Bailey once. When I say 'met' I mean I was sat in O'Neils in Shepard's Bush and I saw him walk past the window outside lol
mintymagic1977 I’ve seen him live haha he’s amazingg
I saw him live many times at our local club before he made it big. He was part of a double act called the Rubber Bishops. They were the best act there by far. It was often hosted by Eddie Izzard
He spoke to me in Weatherspoons in southport, I was waiting to buy a drink when he came up behind me ,he said fuck off out of the way
@IBIZABIKE
What an honor 🥰
Good enough!
Bill Bailey is just so awesome...
What a beautifully talanted man!
You're supposed to be dealing with the customers Manny...
And this is why I wish I’d had music teachers who could teach music theory... I’ve learnt more from UA-cam. Bill Bailey is amazing! Match of the day theme was the first one I ever wrote out in my blank script book.
Can we just pause for a second and appreciate how talented this man is? Wow!
The bald man with long hair is the music teacher I wish I had in school
Surely that would make him balding
I feel like his talent was completely lost to all but the band in that studio.
Always impressive; never dull.
The way he gets so into it always enhances the performance.
I love how the last part wasn't even a gag. He was just wanting to teach us some music knowledge
"Oh, to be talented"!
- Chris Evans
I want 5 hours of this. He always cuts himself short, leaving the audience wanting more. It shows his brilliance but I wish he would do more of whatever he is doing instead of always only playing 10 second clips XD
It’s like, “hey, look what you can’t do.”
I wish Bill Bailey was my piano teacher. So funny and talented.
If he WERE your piano teacher he would despise you for mangling the language.
Not only a genius Comedian but a superb musician
Truly an amazingly talent musician and comedy. Love Bill.
Awesome bloke....awesome skills!
loved his jewish folk adaptation! so true! always wondered why ski sunday sounded so familiar but didnt realise it was a Bach revamp. For more fun with music look up Victor Borge and there was an edition of my music where steve race proved he could turn almost anything into a strauss waltz
I hadn't even thought of that but its a long time since I listened to Victor Borge. Well spotted.
It's called Pop Looks Bach
Bill Bailey should be on the BBC ALL THE TIME.
BBC = Billy Bailey Channel
@@jacksmall2221 If only...
Good grief that was just awesome.
Brilliant! I never realised it before, but when Bill Bailey does this sort of stuff, it feels like the spirit of Dudley Moore lives on
He could play 'Animal' in the live version of the Muppet's show!
what an amazing musician
To have one talent is something, but to have two (comedy and music), and at that level, is just insane.
"Oh, to be talented" - you have done OK without it so far, Chris.
😂😂😂😂
Jealous much?
Savage ha
@judopathoftruth well...after much consideration......nah!
It takes some degree of talent to create and host numerous popular TV and radio shows
Bill is a genius at so many things, what a talented man.
Ain't he good? Ain't he just the fucking best?! Bill Bailey, astoundingly funny and insanely musically talented!
Me knew it was a bouillon spoon
Chris Evans looking like he'd rather be literally anywhere else
Darkside Rebel everyone else wishes he was too
Good lord, What a wonderful guy.
Bill Bailey is my absolute favourite QI panel seat. Something totally unexpected always happens when he is on the show.
So happy this popped up in my feed
Bill is an absolute treasure 😂
The fact he looks around while playing bach is insane
Play Match of the Day in Salsa style and everything suddenly makes sense in the Universe.
A very talented man. Always good to have extra talents up you sleeve.
BB isn't a funny man who can play a bit of a piano, he's a pianist who happens to have a wicked sense of humour too!
The two presenters sitting there looking gormless bless them.
I've watched a lot of clips of Bill, and he certainly does like his minor keys!
This man is an absolute genius !
I love it when he ends a song with "Oi!"
I've been trying to think of that song for over a decade. Ski Sunday!
So happy he won strictley!!!
Never heard of him in Canada but his stuff ,the heavy metal bit he did or this, would translate over here. Thats one talented guy by the clips I've watched.
That "oy!" at the end. 😂
Fantastic music! Keep playing. I never realize you could just keep changing things around and go back to the old masters! Thank you very much
"There ya go!"
Like it's a walk in the park. Well, I suppose it is for him.
Such a talented man
That lounge version was amazing
he more clever than most people think he is well done sir
I don't think anyone thinks the opposite honestly.
"Oh to be talented." THE IRONY
That's not irony. Irony would be a talented person saying that.
Just pissed my sides at that first comment 🤣🤣🤣
Yeah, irony would be someone more talented than Bill (fat fucking chance) saying that.
Opposite of irony but ok
Could reasonably call it dramatic irony: Chris obviously doesn't know what we all know at home about his levels of talent...
Bill Bailey really is a national treasure.
This guy is brilliant !
yeah, a human 'Gamma Ray Burst' kind of brilliant
fucking genius he is
Such a talented man, wish he'd been my music teacher!
Alex Jones a barrel of laughs here.
Blimey, Bill Bailey is slumming it a bit here, isn't he?
Why? It is prime time .
@@user-ky6vw5up9m It’s The One Show. It’s dreadful. So bad that even Chris Evans got the boot for being too interesting.
How is it possible to love Bill as much as I do? (no homo) xD
Please don't replace him with a Synth.
@Brad Lawrence Lol.
Edit: come back to this video now 6 years later and I've not got my Fallout 4 Institute profile pic any more so your comment doesn't make sense now 😥
Chris Evans: “oh to be talented”
Yes Chris, indeed
He really is an amazing musician
Bill Bailey, a national treasure.!!
Genius. First saw Bill live on the "Part Troll" tour back in 2004 I think and have seen every tour since. Constantly smashes it on stage. SEE HIM LIVE!
Hold up is this the real bill bailey or mearly a doppelganger?...
A great musical genius mixed with a great comidian. Genius!!
Whenever he starts & stops pieces I want him to carry on. Love the skills.
Saw Bill live very funny and entertaining very talented man plays all the instruments he plays great must see live
Brilliant musician and comedian combined 👏
Poor Bill. That was excruciating. For you youngsters out there, there was a brief moment, in the early 90s, when Chris was actually very entertaining.
He is just such an amazing musician...on so many levels...and such a nice man
He's pretty fucking good...
Oh my..... Bill Bailey is astonishingly telented. Unbelievable! 😊
bill bailey is stupidly talented to make these pieces of music seems so simple and easy is insane
Thanks for your support and encouragement towards me and my career🌹
MORE BILL BAILEY! MOOORRREEE!!
A very talented musician as well as being hilarious
1 Exceedingly talented man & two completely talentless presenters.
+shellsbignumber2 And now he's going to host Top Gear... :'(
+Leonardo Bruno The BBC have made the mistake of replacing a knob with a twat.
+Leonardo Bruno bill Bailey to host top gear?!? Might actually start watching it!
That'd be interesting, it would be a program about car sounds.
+CowLunch Haha, classic comment!
Could listen to that all day brilliant