Interview with amazing bass prodigy Ellen Alaverdyan
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- Опубліковано 9 лип 2023
- Amazing interview with bass prodigy Ellen Alaverdyan, who absolutely nails bass grooves by James Jamerson, Bernard Edwards, Paul McCartney, Flea… the list goes on. Ellen touches on her practice technique, learning methods, and future plans. She’s truly awesome!
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I lover her giggle when she nails a song...she is a joy to watch play.
Yes she is! Thanks.
Yes!!...it's OK to have fun as you go along!!!!❤
I think a new world record has been set for the most *loveable* musician alive! She is just so sweet, so innocent and SO talented!
She sure is! Thanks, Cat Keys!
Big smile here! 😊
Lemmy would like a word.
Her precocious charm reminds me of Angelina Jordan’s early years; both gifted with raw talent from the beginning, and nurtured by equally accomplished parents.
Love Ellen & her dad. They are so wonderful together. When I watch her play, she is so positive and enthusiastic. Great bass player too.
Very true. Thanks, Michael!
It's great that this little girl is doing more than just staring at a phone all the time. She is so obviously talented an intelligent
Very true. Thanks, Brian!
In typical news media, the term, "prodigy" is overused. I've seen a number of kids who are simply, "good" and suddenly they're on A.B.C. or N.B.C. news. This young lady INVENTED that term! I have seen Stanley Clarke 3 times, Victor twice, and Marcus Miller twice. When I first saw her, I was hoping one day she would meet Victor. Turns out they are friends, and he's a mentor! I CAN'T WAIT to see where Ellen will be in only one more year! ❤She has a GREAT DAD also, and the way he interacts with her is a model for modern parents!
Good points, Dave. Thanks.
Dave, thanks for this wonderful interview. You're a natural interviewer and you did a great job with a subject you could not have prepared for. I discovered Ellen only a few weeks ago. I have been turning to her videos anytime I needed a shot of sunshine along with monster grooves. I'm sorry to say that since her stuff ranges from around age 9 to now, I just don't want her to grow up. Her good humor and propensity to giggle we're so endearing that when you combine them with her talent, you just don't want it to ever end. I don't think she giggled once during this interview, an example of why I didn't want her to grow up (of course I'm half joking). The reason she wasn't giggling is that she did a fabulous job as an interviewee. But I would like to encourage Ellen not to lose that tendency. One of my sister's was a natural giggler and she kept it all her life: at the end of a sentence, it could be about anyting, she might throw in a quick little giggle, and it just made everything nicer. I know she was preoccupied with doing a good job, and I can't wait to see her next video when she's relaxed and doing what she loves. I also want to say that I will be a regular visitor here because though I am primarily a guitar player, I love to play bass and if the song isn't too challenging I can hold down a pretty good groove. You seem like a really nice guy and I hope to have something to contribute occasionally. Thanks and bye for now!
About to enter puberty. Why does that worry me? Huge changes await. @@dannyboy9978
Few are genuine prodigies - they might be darned good musicians and deserve praise for that - but Ellen is truly exceptional. Dad has recognised what she's capable of and nurtured her so well. 😊
She's an example of how parents can being out the best of their children by spending much quality time with them and being involved in their world. That is what makes a successful parent and an absentee parent can't expect the same results !
I just love this very bright kid! Her parents should be extremely proud of her as a PERSON not just a musician !!
Yeah, Ellen’s great. Thanks, Bob!
Such a sweetheart ❤I love watching her play, she has so much fun and is so talented!! Puts a smile on my face every time 😊♥️
Thanks for the upbeat comment, Greg!
Watching Ellen play really brightens my day!
For sure! Thanks, Damian.
Ellen rocks! I've been following her ever since she was 8 years old and she did the Led Zep cover of "The Ocean" with teenage band members. At the time, Ellen was by far the youngest and tiniest, but she absolutely killed it! She fluently held the groove with the other band members, some of whom were nearly twice her age. Keep up the good work and keep on rockin' Ellen!
Yes, Ellen’s really something! Thanks for the comment.
I love Ellen. I have many bad days. But whenever i can watch one of her videos, I ALWAYS feel better. Ellen- your love of life is so special. It’s not just your talent- it’s you inner sunshine that makes you special. All of us are better people simply because you exist. Thank you, God bless you.
Beautiful comment, Oliver. Thanks!
Ellen is a joy to watch play her bass. She plays so very well at such a young age. I love watching her videos. Having a father that is a musician I think had a big influence on Ellen. He must be so very proud of Ellen.Ellen is just absolutely amazing. I see a great career ahead of her!!
Glad to hear, John. Thanks for weighing in.
As a pro musician, she simply makes me smile. It's heartwarming to see parents instilling so much love and passion for music in their child. Her access to a badass studio and a range of instruments is obviously paying dividends. She's gonna be a force to be reckoned with. She's such a little cutie, I bet her parents are so proud.
She deserves the bright future she has.
It’ll be interesting to watch what she does, for sure. Hanks for weighing in, tjordulf!
Her fretless work is off the charts.
Ellen’s amazing for sure. Thanks, Drake!
That was fun! She is so sweet and respectful. Keeping her answers, brief, and fielding the questions nicely! It might have been hard to hear each other, so she didn’t have a chance to let loose and really show her great personality. I could see she was almost ready to say some funny things, but kept it in. But still very entertaining. And we always look forward to seeing her laugh and smile.😝🤘🏻🎸🇺🇸
Your observations are spot on! Ellen's really something. Thanks for the comment.
She's a sweet and great personality at her age, for years already, and it's clear dad and she have bonded over music. It's also clear that dad is actually a great musician. Less clear is that her mother must be totally "in" on this too, and probably plays an equally important role, while staying out of view of the cameras most of the time.
Her parents are very supportive for sure. Thanks, jpdj!
She's truly amazing 👍 I really love watching her grow and get better and better, it's mind blowing 💯 I believe she's a legend on the rise. She's such a pleasure, Can't wait to see her jamming in a band ❤️ 🎶
Thanks, Jason. Yes, it’ll definitely be interesting to watch her grow as a bass player.
Ellen is soooo adorable! I’ve been watching her for over two years now and her progression is beyond amazing. Her smile is infectious and her fingers are a gift! You go, Ellen!!
Ellen is really something, for sure. Thanks for the comment, Stephen.
Crazy amazing. I’ve been practicing and playing longer than she is old but she’s better than I will ever be.
She’s got it all right!
I’m in the same position, been playing for years but I’ll never be as good as Ellen, but that’s ok, I enjoy playing, and when I’m feeling down, watching her play puts a smile on my face. 😊
What a great joy this young lady is! She gives this old man faith in the future.
Yes, Ellen is a true inspiration. Thanks, George!
Everyone who plays music should be having this much fun doing it as this young lady. I have been playing for more than 50 years and I became a fan the first time I heard her play and sing.
Nice to hear, Joe. Thanks for he comment.
She's a great kid. So dedicated and talented. Super cute and that smile just kills me.
All true! Thanks, Howie.
It would be amazing for Ellen to connect with Yoyoka and Rachel Flowers and jam on some ELP! They could totally pull it off, I have no doubts! When I hear her play and sing I get teary eyed. Just truly amazing!
That would be something. Thanks, Art.
I used to listen to music while I did homework too. And I liked the Beatles a lot.
But that was 65 years ago. 😄
😁 Thanks, Harry!
Great interview. I picked up the bass at 49 and I'm still making progress and having a good time.
Awesome! Thanks, Martin.
I'd love to see Ellen do more projects with Yoyoka the drummer. Both are incredibly talented and their enthusiasm is apparent. Keep on smiling and playing. BTW, I loved the comment about the most important element of playing is to enjoy it, just have fun. Truly IS the most important.
Yep. Sometimes kids have the right idea! Thanks, dB.
Great interview with a incredible young lady. What a treasure this kid is.
So happy you enjoyed the interview. Thanks for weighing in!
How modest is she! And the confidence she has as she converses with john. She is an excellent artist, I think Een grew up with heavy metal and that's what she is used to hearing . The closest thing to that is rock& roll . He is a classically trained musician . The bass is as important as the drummer. They keep the group in time and rhythm with the music.
Glad you liked the interview, Gary. Thanks for the comment!
I watch and comment on her channel . I'm not a bass player but I know music but not like you guys. I always try to encourage Ellen because I recognized her talent. I don't think she really needs encouragement but every little bit helps.
She growing and maturing. That’s awesome to see. Same cute smile and beautiful hair. I liked how her answers were honest short and simple. See that shows how she’s maturing. One cute talented little girl that is a joy to watch. Don’t stop. ❤️❤️❤️
Nice. Thanks, Schwedr!
She's awesome and so sweet. I hope she continues to have fun playing.
I’m pretty sure she will. Thanks, Marty!
I've watched a couple of her videos back to back enjoying every moment so talented and natural when responding to questions. I wish her the very best in the future as our world changes so does our every day choices. As a fan of the bass I'd like to think Ellen is going to stay on the musical path but she's still young and school is still a place in her life at least for the next few years. She may develop interest in other fields. But here and now we love her for her talent in bass playing and bringing a smile to our faces when talking
God bless Ellen and her wonderful Mom and Dad.
Yep. It’ll be interesting to wach and see what she does. Thanks, Phillip!
Home Schooling now for Ellen. Too precious. Too many guns.
Great Interview, thank you for that, and just to mention it, she also has her own Facebook Fan Group with nearly 25k Members !
Yeah, she’s super popular all right. Thanks, Peter!
This little girl has got a very very bright future, she not only is on the right musical path at such an early age, but more importantly she is intelligent and seems a nice person. Well done young lady and your parents must be so so proud.
Well stated, Paul. Thanks for weighing in!
@@ForBassPlayersOnly just my observations and thoughts but thank you.
@17:34 "What is the most important thing that a bass player should do?" Ellen...."ENJOY IT"!!!!!
That is the best thing I have EVER heard. Bless you!!!!
So simple, but so right!
Thanks for that great interview. Ellen is a jewel. Already made this world a better place. Credits to her parents, who managed the split between natural kid, music skills and social media star, very well so far. I played the bass for 30 years but can't wait to see and hear more of her.
Glad you enjoyed it, Harry. Thanks.
100% Amazing girl..🥁😎🥁..
For sure. Thanks, Dwayne.
Great interview! She is such a joy! 🎸🎶🎶🎶🎶
Thanks, Jeff. Yes she is!
She is a doll. Love watching her play her bass. She looks so happy all the time.
Agreed, all the way around. Thanks, David!
I first saw her videos a couple years ago when she had about 30k followers .... what caught my eye was her big smile and she obviously enjoys what she's doing. Its been enjoyable watching her grow and learn, her future is bright.
It’ll be great to see what else she does. Thanks, Bukktoof!
She's amazing.
Yes she is! Thanks, Trevor.
God bless this young lady
Yes! Thanks, Douglas.
Ellen inspires me so much....
Me too! Thanks, Savy!
il suo sorriso è l'immenso che si rivela nell'oscurità. Attenzione il talento e la genuinità di Ellen, la fanno un prospetto musicale immenso. Però , ti ripeto il momento più bello e aspettare il suo sorriso quando finisce di suonare un brano. Quel sorriso è lo specchio di quel che è la musica. Super Ellen. E grandissima la sua famiglia. Rispetto massimo per tutti . Music is love & happiness
Ben detto, Paolo. Grazie!
That's funny when I was in grammar school I used to have the music going while I was doing homework
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I like watching the Little Whippersnapper play ! Her faces that she makes are Priceless !
Agreed. Thanks, Scott!
Adorable
Seen her on her own channel as well , where she's a little more relaxed : such a smart , talented sweetie ! Adorable.
Yes, she’s really something! Thanks, Gunter.
Ellen's name so belongs with ALL the greats mentioned!!!!
Might be a little early for that, but it’s quite possible in the (not-too-distant) future! Thanks for the comment!
Go Ellen!
Yep! 😁
A pleasure to watch
Glad you enjoyed it, Anton. Thanks!
I have to admit that Ellen inspired me to play the bass! I've played guitar over 50 years and have played bass in the past. ( I'm 65 but if you add that together I'm 11) Now I have my own bass and a good amplifier. I hope I can be as good as you someday Ellen!
So good to hear. Thanks, Carl!
I do not play bass, in fact I do not play any instrument, but I know what I like, and this girl is pure joy! Thank you for having her on!
Glad you enjoyed the interview, John. Thanks!
Thanks. Young Ellen is the real inspiration. A special talent indeed
For sure. Thanks, Geoff!
What an inspiring interview, you must have the most loving parents around. Keep believing in yourself and you will be a fantastic base player. THE NUMBER ONE BASE PLAYER…
Glad you liked it, Dennis. Thanks!
I started playing bass at 61 years old
Good for you, Geoff! You’re an inspiration to us all. Keep it up.
She born with talent god bless you little girl
Yes, she’s really something! Thanks, Jonas.
Future ambassador. She's sharp!
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This little girl is no kid. She should ,could & probably will , be one of the new school , old school Artist - Bass Player . It's her genius !
It’ll be exciting to watch and see what she does. Thanks for weighing in.
loooooove Ellen
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Watching a wee lil lady absolutely own Hysteria by Muse makes me want to put the bass away. Talented and sweet kid.
Hope Chris has seen the video. I believe JuliaPlaysGroove was one of the youngest players to nail the cover at 15, then Ellen at 11.
Yes, Ellen’s inspiring for sure, to people of all ages. Thanks for the comment, TheUsualSuspect!
Great video, thanks.
Glad you liked it, Edward. Thanks!
I'm following her.She's good.👍😁
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How about a question for example: “Do any of your friends around home or school play music?” “Do you play in any youth bands, jam sessions?” “What kind of amplification do you use?” “Any favorite amps, pedals, etc?” I could go on. Get the picture?
Got it! Thanks.
I have been so impressed with this young lady and I see you struggling to Interview and hard to get into that mindset. But she's such a sweet awesome girl and so talented and Gifted always good to hear from her. Thanks for bringing that to us.
Thanks!
I'd like to see her do some sort of collaboration with Tal Wilkenfeld someday.
That would really be something! Thanks, Bruce.
Ellen is such a great young bass player. Other great young musicians are Yoyoka on drums and Taj Farrant on guitar.
Yes she is! Thanks for weighing in, courage42day!
She's going to has a good future, I know it she will be famous.
Yes, it’ll be interesting to see. Thanks, Mike!
She is SO COOL 😎
Yes she is! Thanks, Henry.
I started 57 ❤ love it ❤ Ellen x
Good for you, Josephine. Keep it going! Thanks for weighing in.
fun interview...
Glad you liked it, Lee. Thanks!
I DARE you to say you don't adore her. An incredible young musician.
Yes, Ellen's really something. Thanks, Ron!
I can't wait to see what she becomes.
She’ll undoubtedly get better and better! Thanks m Timothy.
@@ForBassPlayersOnly Undoubtedly
She was sent by God to be a musician !!!
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The Best Drummer for Ellen is of course, Yoyoka, her friend.
Cool! Thanks, David.
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Every body has to know about Yoyoka but it is best to start with her most early videos.
You could swear she is a natural prodigy like Ellen. These are both really intelligent Girls and we don't know if real prodigies exist. But if they do.. ?
Talented, but still a lovely girl too!
Yes, and yes. Thanks, Jamie!
Her dad is a huge driving force ,blowing her flames 🎉❤😅 and thats a good thing!!(
Yes, she’s so lucky to have all that support. Thanks, Barrie.
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Well said, Daniel!
She's very mature for her age. And a great little bass-player too.
Glad you liked it, aucourant. Thanks for the comment!
Jon I submmitted a (rather long-winded) comment and mistakenly called you Dave. I dont see it now, possibly it's being moderated. In any event thanks for a great interview. I m also a new subscriber.
No worries, Danny. I’ve been called a lot worse! 😂 Thanks.
. . . You gotta get an album out,
You owe it to the people.
We're so happy we can hardly count . . .
I love Ellen as a child prodigy and I am glad her Dad is a doting father that will protect her from industry wolves. Her Mom will be her biggest fan forever.
Keep watching. It just might happen! Thanks, Toby.
I hope she doesn't lose her precociousness as an adult. Cute and talented are a good combo and she has a lot of both.BTW..I think Ellen plays the bass..not her father..Not a big fan of the interview but her answers were better than the questions. Ellen you are awesome!!
Thanks for weighing in, Bob.
What about the late Doug Stegmeyer? (He was Billy Joel's bass player from 1975 on to 1987 or 88
Great player. Tragic ending. Thanks for bringing up his name, Jeremy.
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when are you going to interview Alejandra Villarreal?
Great suggestion, P. Thanks!
So I wonder what her band name is going to be called? Hopefully they will let us know in a video when the time comes.
I guess we’ll have to watch for it! , Bradlee.
Эллен, попробуй встретится с Полом Маккартни, может он напишет что-то специально для тебя.
Может быть. Никогда не знаешь! :)
She's so talented... I've been follwing her for a quite som time now and she never stops to amaze me with her talet!!! - Btw: I am a guitarist, but I also play bass. I am over 50, so I might fit this community great? - Nevertheless: I just subscribed on the channel and I am looking forward to see how I can improve my own bassplaying. And for the record; I have a Fender MiM Precision Bass Special wich I am really found about! :) -Tnx for a great video :) -AP 🙂
So glad to have you in the FBPO community, Arnt. Welcome! You’re in the right place for learning bass.
Sina is a verry good drummer maybe you guys should talk
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I believe that for all of the reasons that Ellen's dad has her recite the artist, album, and year for her baselines is he wants to teach her how to provide due credit to the artist instead of taking all of the credit for herself.
Comedians who are ethical professionals will give credit for a joke that another comedian developed. Unlike Carlos Menstealia.
Could be. Thanks, William!
She is just too cute!
Yes she is!
480p? WTF are we back in the 60s?
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I pray she gets the opportunity to meet Paul before its too late. He ain't getting any younger.
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On types of music she likes to play, how about classical music?
I'd love to see what she thinks of HAUSER on the cello.
That might be a bit of a stretch, but who knows? 😀 Thanks, Judson!
@@ForBassPlayersOnly thanks for the nice reply!
I was thinking of her saying how she tried many instruments in the beginning, got bored and tried other instruments and then stuck with the bass.
I played violin at age 6 in a school orchestra.Dad was military so we moved 2 yrs later. No violin teacher at the new school, so I played a few brass instruments, accordion,, and started on bass in senior year of highschool (1967).
Played professional bass in a disco/funk band. Five years ago I fell in love with the cello after seeing Hauser but also kept my bass.
I was thinking this girl might catch a bug for a cello if her dad got her one.
I just joined your channel yesterday and plan on exploring your videos. YT is a good platform for exposure to play various instruments. Thanks again sir for providing the content you share.
You can tell that when she gets older she’ll be a very pretty woman
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her dad shld have helped her on the video ...remember she is only 11 yrs old
Maybe. All things considered, though, she did pretty well on her own. Thanks, Big Steve.
Helped her do what? She sounded just fine.
He was right there but not on cam.
Nothing I don’t love about these guys…obviously her dad is a professional musician
Yeah, she comes by it honestly, for sure. Thanks, James!
How did you open a conversation with ellen I can't find
She could have (and probably should have) asked better questions than you did.
What did you have in mind, Juan?
your felling a little uncomfortable because Ellen's already better then you!!
LOL! She got an early start! Thanks, Ralph.
She got where she's at because daddy & mommy has a TON of $$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$$
So you don't think that practice has anything to do with it, or sponsorship? Her parents both work for a living, they are not wealthy. Much of her gear is either gifted or sponsored - and that has to do with her abilities, not daddy's wallet.
Not sure that’s the case. I didn’t get that impression.
More like most of the musical talented kids you see get media time got the luck of having family that are connected to the musical world in some way. So the kids get the best possible help to learn the skills needed to make it in that world. It ain't necessarily based the parents money, but about having the knowledge on how to give the best support. Ellen don't differ from that, her dad got his own musical career. SinaDrums here on YT have an dad that have been an touring musician and now runs a recording studio. Billie Elish mom have had her own small career as a singer/songwriter. Just to mention two examples. Another similarity with these kids is that they very often got very likable personalities and seems pretty smart for their age. Opposite the typical writer of envious sounding YT comments.
Do we detect a little butthurtism ? I think we do.
Having some backing and family type background, it isn't the kids fault if they take proper advantage of their situation. What's wrong with that? 21:27
No..she’s talented, that why she is where she is…the Beatles were broke, just a club band..they were talented, that’s why they were The Beatles and same true for The Beach Boys..middle class family..I met them a few times in my broadcasting career…no money, just talent…
God save me from cute kids.
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