British guitarist analyses child SENSATION Taj Farrant. OBJECTIVELY!

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  • Опубліковано 3 кві 2019
  • After many requests I'm taking a look at 9 year old Taj Farrant!
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  • @geoffwright9684
    @geoffwright9684 3 роки тому +211

    Just finished producing Taj's first single ( recorded on tape...no tricks..no fixes)
    What an amazing talent...wait til you hear him sing!
    A couple of things really stand out about him
    He has absolutely perfect pitch
    He can play equally well left or right handed!!!!
    He is a really grounded intelligent and hard working little human
    HE LIVES for music
    Great family and mentors ...an absolute highlight of my 55 year career in music to record and hang out with him and his family

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  3 роки тому +37

      That's cool! I've heard the single, nice work! Venturing into vocals takes him to another level, if that was even possible. At such a young age he's already got it all, the future is bright!

    • @geoffwright9684
      @geoffwright9684 3 роки тому +15

      @@deborabastian3795 Thank you..that's very kind of you to say
      I'm quite a fan of Fil and Taj..very flattered to be included in that trio 😃

    • @suziejane1008
      @suziejane1008 3 роки тому +6

      Good luck and love to Taj x

    • @jaynemorgan9216
      @jaynemorgan9216 3 роки тому +7

      How lucky you are. This kid "Wow"

    • @RomanKoglerGeomrtricMind
      @RomanKoglerGeomrtricMind 3 роки тому +2

      awesome

  • @mrsdth1943
    @mrsdth1943 5 років тому +360

    I feel chills down my spine. This kid is an 'Old soul" he's lived before..

    • @Apollyon-sz9sn
      @Apollyon-sz9sn 5 років тому +16

      Reincarnated spirit in this one.

    • @patriciabrightwell196
      @patriciabrightwell196 5 років тому +10

      @@Apollyon-sz9sn I had the exact same thought.

    • @pooperscooper9176
      @pooperscooper9176 5 років тому +1

      mrsdth1943 that’s said a lot makes you think

    • @kvk1960
      @kvk1960 4 роки тому +27

      Reincarnated Stevie Ray Vaughan!!

    • @kvk1960
      @kvk1960 4 роки тому +16

      He even looks Ike SRV when he plays!!

  • @josephconsoli4128
    @josephconsoli4128 4 роки тому +150

    He's a prodigy. Born to be a great guitarists. Even at his young age, he's the whole package. Just watching his intensity and joy is half of his greatness.

    • @roymoore3156
      @roymoore3156 2 роки тому +4

      It’ll be exciting listening to his voice mature. He sings well now and will only improve.

    • @KStebleton
      @KStebleton 2 роки тому

      Over time, we will see him develop into something great. I’m going to be following!

    • @annejohnston2193
      @annejohnston2193 2 роки тому

      Yeah he is

    • @mssburr
      @mssburr 2 роки тому +2

      Exactly, Some things you just can't teach.
      Some teachers can't do what some of their students do,
      and want to take credit for something they didn't teach.
      He already has his style.
      My nephew was like this as a kid with bass,Lead guitar, and drums... He had a old soul from a child...
      And never took lessons, Because they cost to much.
      Some determined adults practice for years and never get as good as Taj.
      He is a old soul, And you can see he has really put in the work to sharpen his skills.

  • @for-real-countrygirl4192
    @for-real-countrygirl4192 4 роки тому +20

    He was interviewed by Ellen DeGeneres and he said sometimes when I play I cry because the music takes over me. This kid has played a 100 lifetime's. ♥️♥️

  • @yaelrar.4460
    @yaelrar.4460 5 років тому +283

    I was hoping you'd discuss Taj!!!
    Don't you love his expressive 9 year old musician face!!
    As a classroom teacher, I can tell you what is significant here: 1) He doesn't need to watch his fingers as he plays. For such a young child, this is exceptional.
    2) Sustaining the energy/technique/stamina/memory for a very long piece.
    So unique and unusual for a 9 year old.
    To compare this to a reading class, this would be like a 9 year old reading The Iliad by Homer.

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  5 років тому +19

      Yes a lot of the 'not looking' is muscle memory and of course knowing your shapes. But it takes a lot of repetition! Any large shifts up or down the fretboard will always require a little look!

    • @melvynobrien6193
      @melvynobrien6193 5 років тому +7

      Yeah, I've seen that kid reading the IDIOT by Homer Simpson too. Incredible.

    • @blazeesq2000
      @blazeesq2000 5 років тому +8

      His dynamic sense is amazing as well. It's more like a 9 nine year-old translating Odyssey from Ancient Greek to Modern English.

    • @CRAIG5835
      @CRAIG5835 5 років тому +5

      Now THATS impressive!

    • @pooperscooper9176
      @pooperscooper9176 5 років тому +1

      Yaelra R. Fantastic comment

  • @galacticpills
    @galacticpills 4 роки тому +13

    His playing actually makes me weak!
    .
    Jeeesus! This child actually FEELS notes. He hits a note and his whole body gets chills. You can see it, hear it! Taj my man, you're AMAZING!

  • @budgreene9019
    @budgreene9019 3 роки тому +18

    Little kids with "Old Souls" always bring tears to my eyes. Look at the feeling in his face and the profound commitment to the notes and complete authority and lack of tentativeness in emotion. Good Job Taj! You are young enough to have the opportunity to live a complete life full of music and art..take advantage of it and show us how it can be done without the false crutches of substances and negative enablers.
    Go get 'em dude!

  • @BuzzyRR
    @BuzzyRR 4 роки тому +52

    he can make a 40 year old man cry, he's doing something right.

  • @joanofarcxxi
    @joanofarcxxi Рік тому +12

    That boy is an incarnation of an old soul. He plays with such feeling and maturity, he feels the sound, he becomes the sound that he is transmitting to us. I love to hear him and watch him play. He is truly rare. I have 3 boy children, so I appreciate boys. lol I hope this young man will be hugely successful - he already is - but that he will keep himself safe and healthy and protected above all. He is a real blessing, a treasure. ❤❤❤

  • @sheelaghgaelic4489
    @sheelaghgaelic4489 4 роки тому +85

    If you listen with your eye's closed you can actually feel your soul rise up and then float back down....WOW! Not only does he make you stop and listen....he takes you on a music journey.

    • @Sherbear60
      @Sherbear60 3 роки тому +1

      Yes!!!!!

    • @leisareed1965
      @leisareed1965 3 роки тому +1

      It's hard to listen with my eyes closed because watching "feel" the music is magical.

  • @brendajohnson5976
    @brendajohnson5976 4 роки тому +47

    That’s my Babyboy. He takes away all my aches and pain. I listen to him day and night. Taj is my inspiration and he definitely helps me get through each day while going through BC Treatments. He makes me smile when I don’t feel like smiling and his playing makes me forget about the pain. Love you Taj

    • @jsmyth024
      @jsmyth024 3 роки тому

      Hey, I have a playlist and a LOT of information on promising new treatments. The links and articles are on my channel's discussion tab, and the playlist is called "kick Cancer in the Face with your Boots On".
      I've been studying these things for a few years now.
      I'm on my own journey to healing and doing very well.
      I like spreading the knowledge. I hope this comment finds you well and living your best life.
      Many blessings.

    • @rhondadean5455
      @rhondadean5455 2 роки тому

      100% me too.

    • @sharonstuhlmiller1757
      @sharonstuhlmiller1757 2 роки тому

      Oh honey I wish you all the best! Light for the highest good!

    • @red5llaw
      @red5llaw 2 роки тому

      God Bless you Brenda!

  • @jamesfletcher9268
    @jamesfletcher9268 4 роки тому +15

    The phrasing between notes also creates a delicious tension in his music...what is impressive is that you can tell he is feeling the music he's playing. This kid has a bright future...can't wait to see where he goes.

  • @tamarabradshaw4799
    @tamarabradshaw4799 5 років тому +139

    Omg, he's not just playing the music Fil, he is totally feeling it....he's awesome. He's got soul.

    • @jeffleblanc8850
      @jeffleblanc8850 5 років тому +4

      This kid has huge things to come he’s already sponsored by Gibson I believe one of the big guitar company’s this kid will go places I don’t think his teacher taught him emotion I believe he has the emotion naturallyadults that are professional I believe he is better than most guitar players he will be a great such as Stevie Ray vaungn I wish I wood be around in 15 years to see I may but who knows he is awesome as far as I’m concerned

    • @susancedeno3882
      @susancedeno3882 4 роки тому

      🤗😊

    • @michaeldale4057
      @michaeldale4057 4 роки тому +1

      the faces he makes during... you can almost see the notes and riffs coming through his mouth and cheeks... man he's like a 60 year old black blues musician in a little white kids body. I would normally never bring race into something like this but my point is that it's like this kid has lived multiple lifetimes and seen some shit that most of us have never seen and he is only 9.

  • @guitarsword1
    @guitarsword1 5 років тому +100

    This kid is mind blowing. SRV has come back in Taj's soul. Unreal feel.

    • @ralex3697
      @ralex3697 5 років тому +2

      Possible

    • @jackofbee
      @jackofbee 4 роки тому

      kinda has that swag!! i wouldn't be surprised if it was true!!!

    • @robertallen6710
      @robertallen6710 4 роки тому

      My very first thought actually...

    • @meytecc8601
      @meytecc8601 4 роки тому

      He sounds nothing like SRV. Sounds a bit like young Clapton. That's probably what he listens to a lot.

    • @joshuapotter7635
      @joshuapotter7635 4 роки тому

      Maybe

  • @robertrodrigues7319
    @robertrodrigues7319 4 роки тому +105

    He has soul like Santana, at this age, unbelievable and it cannot be taught, but a gift from above.

    • @rachaelking7059
      @rachaelking7059 4 роки тому +11

      And watching him play with Santana is an incredible experience too!!

    • @lthompson6750
      @lthompson6750 4 роки тому +1

      omg! he's bending those notes singing, just like he plays! ua-cam.com/video/Nl0UjYIIxKU/v-deo.html

    • @terryroberson2658
      @terryroberson2658 3 роки тому +3

      This Taj Farrant is the new king

    • @raimundomauropintopinto1524
      @raimundomauropintopinto1524 3 роки тому

      Esse garoto já foi guitarrista em outra vida, só pode ser.

    • @sherriebrand1771
      @sherriebrand1771 3 роки тому +1

      I read he'd only taken up playing two years prior to Fil's video here?!! WHAAA??

  • @mskat1954
    @mskat1954 4 роки тому +71

    He's not playing music. The music is playing him. Incredible, child prodigy.
    Most I've seen are on piano.
    Love his expressions

    • @mustangmikep51
      @mustangmikep51 Рік тому +1

      he not learning to play the guitar ...he's REMEMERING how to play the guitar...this kids been around here before folks....he's an "old soul"...SRV? maybe....

  • @socalrockergal3727
    @socalrockergal3727 5 років тому +166

    He’s only going to continue to get better & better. This kid is impressive and gotta love that guitar face! 🤘🏼🥰

    • @pooperscooper9176
      @pooperscooper9176 5 років тому

      SoCal RockerGal apparently it’s called stank face lol I read on another thread. Learn something new every day here x

    • @mommascasita5976
      @mommascasita5976 5 років тому +2

      Actual child prodigies more often then not plateau at a certain point and only improve very incrementally. Said another way, the improvement isn’t as linear as you’d think. Now their are child prodigies who do improve but it’s more the creative end like Mozart. The dexterity follows along but it has limits. Not to say this guy couldn’t be the second coming of Hendrix but more likely he lol end up very good as an adult, not the brilliance a linear improvement would infer as a concept.

    • @annagitana1
      @annagitana1 4 роки тому +3

      I come from a family of musicians and always called it their music face! He’s particularly expressive and I think it bugs some people as being over the top. But it’s hard not to feel what he’s doing.

    • @precisionbrown6829
      @precisionbrown6829 4 роки тому

      Jeanne Palagonia you know Hendrix was good but he had a lot of sloppy moments and out of tune stuff

    • @1invag
      @1invag 4 роки тому +1

      Statistically child prodigies regardless of the field give it up before adult hood or never fulfill their potential. Be they maths prodigies, musical prodigies, chess prodegies, literally every field. Chances are you'll never here from this kid ever again. Cold hard fact haha

  • @davestambaugh7282
    @davestambaugh7282 5 років тому +79

    I am amazed at how he uses the flat pic and then he all of a sudden palms it and plays finger style and goes back.

    • @dianehawkins2100
      @dianehawkins2100 5 років тому +5

      Right? I didn't notice until he said to watch his right hand. Amazing.

    • @Mexxx65
      @Mexxx65 4 роки тому

      Yeah, not entirely economy picking, but a chicken pickin country finger style on the electric most definitely !

  • @truenewsglobal
    @truenewsglobal 3 роки тому +9

    This kid is a gift to us all. I hope he stays with it and never gets bored. Thanks Taj!

  • @danhope77
    @danhope77 4 роки тому +137

    PLAYS like a 55 year-old man who lost his family in an airplane accident and survived heroin. He's got the blues.

    • @sherriebrand1771
      @sherriebrand1771 3 роки тому +1

      But, not in any specific kinda Blues, then? 😉

    • @NinaLaNegraAiLiRox
      @NinaLaNegraAiLiRox 3 роки тому +4

      @DS 😅🤣😂😅🤣😂😅🤣😂 I didn't mean to laugh Do you have some insider knowledge? 😆😅🤣😂

    • @danhope77
      @danhope77 3 роки тому +6

      @@NinaLaNegraAiLiRox lots of knowledge

    • @themagdude
      @themagdude 3 роки тому +2

      It’s simply called heart. 😻

  • @titanic1972
    @titanic1972 5 років тому +344

    Firstly we need to thank his parents for bringing him up with decent music.

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  5 років тому +12

      👍

    • @Mexxx65
      @Mexxx65 4 роки тому +11

      The songs Taj knows at his age!!! ???? It has to come from what his Father listens too. In this "obscure" choice of track Phil has decided to analyse of Taj's Chris Stapleton's Tennessee whiskey??? I know of no other 9yr old boy who would know of this song....But one look at Taj's Father, yeah he would know the song! Being an accomplished drummer as well!

    • @joleneloveland2942
      @joleneloveland2942 4 роки тому +7

      But leave them to chose what they love.

    • @michaelseibertsr3962
      @michaelseibertsr3962 4 роки тому +6

      I'm 63yrs young and listen to a wide genre of music and Taj could play it all but, he can't help what's playing.🙂

    • @CynHicks
      @CynHicks 4 роки тому +2

      Many parents actively fight against it.

  • @slanford6767
    @slanford6767 5 років тому +107

    First time I've heard this kid, wow fantastic.

    • @pooperscooper9176
      @pooperscooper9176 5 років тому

      Tman Lanford he’s great I’ve only just stumbled across him to

    • @kimlarsen8956
      @kimlarsen8956 5 років тому

      Look up his 'Dancing with the Aliens'. It is also awesome.

  • @Charles53412
    @Charles53412 3 роки тому +23

    Taj, at such a young age, he's able to incorporate both lead and rhythm, by being able to switch back and forth with pick and fingers. Which he is getting extremely good at. I know players, that have been playing 40 years, and still can't play both lead and rhythm that well. To be that young and to just get it, and to understand everything that is being done. Yeah, He is Amazing !!

  • @RosaKay55
    @RosaKay55 Рік тому +5

    Great analysis Fil! Taj is a phenomenal young guitarist, and you are right about his teacher doing an excellent job of guiding him. So neat to see such an accomplished player at the age of 9!

  • @gillianesquilant4091
    @gillianesquilant4091 5 років тому +62

    Oh, My...he is a natural...I can't decide whose facial expressions are more interesting, yours of Taj! :) What a pleasure, what a treasure!

  • @onthe1481
    @onthe1481 5 років тому +94

    Kid plays well super maturity. His Bends and vibrato are just on point it's tasteful. He's an old soul.

    • @marnaehrech1223
      @marnaehrech1223 5 років тому +2

      I noticed that too, it's like he's been playing for 50 years! There was a bend w a vibrato on it that was sweeeet!

    • @calum66
      @calum66 5 років тому +2

      @@marnaehrech1223 It makes me wonder !

    • @pooperscooper9176
      @pooperscooper9176 5 років тому

      Your absolutely right

    • @elizabethp9238
      @elizabethp9238 4 роки тому

      No such thing as a " old soul ' we only live once.

    • @izdisme007
      @izdisme007 4 роки тому

      @@elizabethp9238 lol.. Guess you told everyone!

  • @saoirseblue5353
    @saoirseblue5353 Рік тому +5

    😢 he is one of a kind. So much feeling in his playing......amazing!!!❤.

  • @jeffstanford1660
    @jeffstanford1660 4 роки тому +37

    This is unteachable.He already has the voice of a master.

    • @roymoore3156
      @roymoore3156 2 роки тому

      Child musical prodigy’s are an anomaly yet we’ve got many examples. Thankfully we’ve also got people like Leo Fender and Les Paul too. Put them all together on screw-you tube, and we are the beneficiaries.

  • @Gunslinger1875
    @Gunslinger1875 5 років тому +69

    How does a 9year old show so much emotional feeling and depth ? Reminds, of a sign I read in liverpool England once . "Four young lads who shook the world"
    I wonder, if this young lad will continue to travel down that street of desire. Great video thank you.

    • @pooperscooper9176
      @pooperscooper9176 5 років тому

      Gunslinger1875 so many people are saying there must be an old soul in there it’s unbelievable

    • @mattmoves5920
      @mattmoves5920 5 років тому +1

      Mozart composed his first piece of music in 1761, at age five; by age six, he had performed before two imperial courts. In 1763 Mozart and his sister, Maria Anna went on tour. This kid is already too old if you think about Mozart's early career lol

    • @jeremycoleman411
      @jeremycoleman411 4 роки тому +3

      Taj said and i quote sometimes when i play i cry because the music moves me this young man is gonna be up there with all the greats love to see this young man play

  • @LrdnBeast
    @LrdnBeast 5 років тому +56

    I've been watching this young man for a while.. and yes he is crazy good. I'm waiting for him to develop his voice..so you know who's playing before you see him.

  • @sharonpate5481
    @sharonpate5481 2 роки тому +7

    His dad took him to an AC/DC concert when he was seven and he fell for Angus playing guitar and decided right then that’s what he wanted to do with his life. Such an amazing young man who will only get better with age. Much love ❤️ ☮️

  • @lindalangdon6
    @lindalangdon6 4 роки тому +6

    Just love this child. So proud of his parents for the great job raising these 2 children.

  • @rcheath4258
    @rcheath4258 5 років тому +72

    After 43 years of playing, all the classical and jazz lessons, the shows... have to rethink my day job. I wasn’t this far when I was twenty.

    • @rabbitrabbit1243
      @rabbitrabbit1243 4 роки тому +2

      At least your honest

    • @nikkichockawonga
      @nikkichockawonga 4 роки тому +6

      Comparison is the thief of joy 🙏

    • @WvhKerkhof
      @WvhKerkhof 4 роки тому +1

      You were not so far when you were 20, but you had a job for 20-30-40 years, because you kept learning. This boy will stop before he is 20, imo.

    • @Kashmirknight
      @Kashmirknight 4 роки тому +1

      @@WvhKerkhof I don't think I agree with that. Look at Jonny Lang or Kenny Wayne Shepherd. When you have a talent like that you don't usually just stop.

  • @entersandman3068
    @entersandman3068 5 років тому +28

    You can tell this kid feels the emotion in his songs.....just look at this facial expressions!

  • @KatieReadsKoziesAndMore
    @KatieReadsKoziesAndMore 4 роки тому +16

    I just finished commenting on The Band. Maybe that is why Taj reminds me so much of Robbie Robertson’s style at first glance. I recently watched your video on your new Fender guitar. I now understand the change in the guitar’s sound when Taj turned the switch on his guitar. Thank you! I wish Taj well. I hope this kid has a wonderful future ahead of him, whether in music, or whatever. I’m in my 60’s. I no longer think in terms of “30 years from now”, but kids like this make me hope I’m still going strong and following his career when I’m in my 90’s.

  • @markh1085
    @markh1085 4 роки тому +7

    Wow 😮 this is the first time I have heard of this kid. So much feel and soul. I did not expect pauses, phrasing and tonal changes in his playing to lift the music from , with respect,....... a young lad . Love the laid back feel he has mastered at such an early age.....
    With respect to young players , you can tell if they are just following the music parrot fashion. Just playing it through.
    This lad has expression and looks like he is loosing himself into the music, and wow.... I am impressed

  • @hungfao
    @hungfao 5 років тому +28

    Good tone. Masterful vibrato beyond his years....and all the guitar faces

  • @Guardducks
    @Guardducks 5 років тому +51

    I can see Taj being deadly when he gets older . Great feel and hope he finds a voice to sing because I can only imagine what he would sound like if he did sing. 🤘

    • @photonrayswaves
      @photonrayswaves 4 роки тому

      Got a blues singer's voice too! Kid's going to be deadly in a few years! ua-cam.com/video/Nl0UjYIIxKU/v-deo.html

    • @Mexxx65
      @Mexxx65 4 роки тому +2

      Yeppppppp...Singing now as well guys...............................

  • @virpikurki2224
    @virpikurki2224 8 місяців тому +3

    Thank You for Your accurate analyses of Taj. I´m a huge fan of his talent. You just nailed it, he already as 9 years old plays like an adult. But it is scary to be in the music-world so young. Hope he has wise parents. Your analyses are so interesting to listen.

  • @dianejohanson98
    @dianejohanson98 4 роки тому +12

    I’ve seen this video before and this kid plays like a master already, way beyond his years! Soulful playing. He’s going to be a great one like Stevie Ray Vaughn!

  • @michaelyork4554
    @michaelyork4554 5 років тому +51

    He is absolutely Feeling It.

  • @Mr05Chuck
    @Mr05Chuck 5 років тому +37

    His pick work is outstanding. Changing between pick styles is magical. The way he makes the pick disappear is like a magician palming a coin.
    I had seen this before and I’m glad you concentrated on his right hand.

  • @wayneorendorff5657
    @wayneorendorff5657 Рік тому +4

    Phil, I relish hearing these artist/song reviews of yours! You and Rick Beato can really find the music and artistry to feature and assess on You Tube!
    I like what you have pointed out in that Taj has the time in his youth to focus on developing skills to play in his hands the compositions he has created in his mind. I would add that a child's soft heart is not beleaguered with hard adult doubt or fear of failure.
    Taj very evidently has his spirit and soul saturated in the music to skillfully deliver it. One of the greatest teaching statements I have ever heard is "You can eventually play (and sing) anything that you can hear".
    We can see the music, planned and delivered phrase by phrase, in Taj's face!!!
    Bless my soul!

  • @carolebercaw871
    @carolebercaw871 4 роки тому +3

    This just makes my heart sing with joy!!! To see a child learning, loving what they are doing.. not immersed in laptop, phone etc.. its such a beautiful thing to see. I just adore your channel!!

  • @jhamptonjr
    @jhamptonjr 5 років тому +38

    Excellent sound from such a young one! I hope someone introduces him to The Allman Brothers! ✌🤘

  • @Kenjiro5775
    @Kenjiro5775 5 років тому +95

    I'm only 7 minutes in and I can see that yours is a timeless analysis and advice for great musicality. I have played violin since early childhood and you are incredibly correct. Practice great technique from the beginning and speed is just a consequence. Feeling though, really needs to be developed. This kid is good now, he's headed for greatness if he continues learning well.

    • @marnaehrech1223
      @marnaehrech1223 5 років тому +10

      I grew up playing violin, piano, viola for years, too, and I concur. Muscle memory gets embedded deeply when you practice! Being a musician--of any instrument--I think, really adds to the enjoyment and understanding of Fil's analyses.

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  5 років тому +7

      Thanks! ☺

  • @markjarvis2136
    @markjarvis2136 Рік тому +4

    How good, it's insane how good he is at such a young age. Looking forward to seeing what he becomes.

  • @jeffa6780
    @jeffa6780 4 роки тому +58

    And when he stops playing he turns back into a kid. That's fun to see, too.

  • @TheSillykelly
    @TheSillykelly 5 років тому +23

    It’s always a thrill to see and hear a talented youth . Thanks for this great analysis 👍

  • @steveleblanc7983
    @steveleblanc7983 5 років тому +55

    Spot on Fil. I'm a visual artist not a musician but have always thought music is a superior form of art in creating emotion. I'll take clean playing over speed any day.

    • @JudyHanksDesign
      @JudyHanksDesign 4 роки тому

      Steve LeBlanc The secret is vibration. I am a visual artist and have believed the best blessed have a voice.

  • @foxmulder8139
    @foxmulder8139 4 роки тому +35

    Imagine what he'll be like when his hands are fully grown and he's built the strength up in his fingers!!! He's already a mini master and will be shredding and making that guitar beg for mercy like Stevie Ray at age 15! I'll be keeping an ear open for this kid for sure. Your insight is great as always. I'm going to quietly put my guitar back in the closet as I know it's looking at me with sad eyes after this :P

    • @melaniedryden667
      @melaniedryden667 2 роки тому

      In the first video I saw him in, I said to my husband that he still had chubby little fingers that babies have and here he is playing like a master. Amazing!

  • @kathygarber9407
    @kathygarber9407 3 роки тому +3

    OMGosh ! This kid was born to play the blues ! I’m 75 years old , cut my teeth on the blues n rock n roll , never heard this done any better ! !

  • @DanButcher303
    @DanButcher303 5 років тому +68

    I really enjoy this channel. Nice work Fil keep it going!!!!

  • @stevenjgw9
    @stevenjgw9 5 років тому +20

    When I saw and heard Taj play the thing that came to mind was, reincarnation, he's done this before. Thank you for this posting.

  • @robduncan2816
    @robduncan2816 4 роки тому +35

    it annoys the crap out of me when people say "theres no talent anymore in music". its like saying humans dont create anything beautiful anymore. theres no more talented painters, sculptors, building designers or people that draw? etc. most of the music today is on the radio to make money and is hiding an "artists" shortcomings via studio trickery. there are millions of people with true artistic talent that deserve to make a living out of it, its just not mass marketed like the Justin Biebers of the world.obviously, this young man didnt man write this, but this is played about as beautifully as it can be.

    • @davehaven6986
      @davehaven6986 4 роки тому +2

      It annoys me when fools say that he's lived before, as if he hasn't got any talent and hasn't put in the time and effort.. What a load of bullshit.

    • @SoFkwHat
      @SoFkwHat 3 роки тому

      @@davehaven6986 right on .

  • @faithhope4480
    @faithhope4480 4 роки тому +5

    Guitar faces are my favourite experience. My brother used to play and unfortunately passed away a couple of years ago. I miss seeing him play. I"ve totally enjoyed watching Taj play many times over, and his guitar face is amazing and now this experience has totally blown me away by seeing another beautiful soul analyzing Taj, and who clearly is passionate. Reminding me of my brother who had such passion for playing guitar too. Thank you for sharing this.

  • @rayhuntermusic
    @rayhuntermusic 5 років тому +16

    An absolutely fantastic young talent. Such feeling in his playing.

  • @davekepa9621
    @davekepa9621 5 років тому +78

    He reminds me of a young Stevie Ray, and the emotion in his face and body language is awesome. As usual love your videos

    • @ralex3697
      @ralex3697 5 років тому +4

      Very much so
      Reincarnation ?

    • @photonrayswaves
      @photonrayswaves 4 роки тому +1

      Absolutely! His style and especially facial expressions bring Stevie to mind. Only thing missing is his guitar choice. SRV was Strat man and Taj likes the SG.

    • @dkgautolangston8356
      @dkgautolangston8356 4 роки тому

      @@photonrayswaves he chose sg cause his first image that pulled him in to music was Angus young whose choice is sg

    • @photonrayswaves
      @photonrayswaves 4 роки тому +1

      @@dkgautolangston8356 I actually saw him playing a strat the other day too but the gibsons are his go to. He was gifted a '64 sg a few days ago by SoloDallas.

    • @maijaliisa7339
      @maijaliisa7339 4 роки тому

      He's an old soul!! Reminds me the one and only GARY MOORE☺️🥰❤️

  • @mangro51
    @mangro51 4 роки тому +1

    your smile while watching him says alot! this young man plays with such feeling it brings me to tears of joy and hope for the future

  • @robhaskell4043
    @robhaskell4043 4 роки тому +5

    Phil, you hit the nail on the head - control, spacing between notes and phases - that's the missing component for too many shredders! That's why shredding get so boring after a few minutes. So glad you reinforce that with your students. They will be better off for it! Well done. As to Taj, yes he will be going places for sure! Cheers from Canada!

  • @BobBlarneystone
    @BobBlarneystone 5 років тому +32

    Talented kid and talented teacher- a great combination

  • @kalahawaii
    @kalahawaii 5 років тому +32

    I’m so glad you did this reaction, Fil. Taj is 9 and has only been playing guitar since he was 7. Watch his interview on UA-cam, on the Ellen show. He’s a cool little kid.

    • @shallnotbeinfringedupon202
      @shallnotbeinfringedupon202 5 років тому +6

      I loved how he told Ellen that he " has to listen to a new song 2 or 3 times" before he can play it..I was wowed!

    • @kalahawaii
      @kalahawaii 5 років тому +3

      Haha! I remember him saying that. I can’t wait to see where his gift takes him.

    • @shallnotbeinfringedupon202
      @shallnotbeinfringedupon202 5 років тому +2

      @@kalahawaii as long as the lifestyle doesn't destroy him

    • @kalahawaii
      @kalahawaii 5 років тому +1

      @ waiting patiently I thought the same thing, unfortunately.

    • @wingsofpegasus
      @wingsofpegasus  5 років тому +2

      Yeah!

  • @vernvogelstein9383
    @vernvogelstein9383 4 роки тому +6

    This kid will be a legend one day with all of his passion. It truly does give me goosebumps when watching him at such a young age put so much soul into every bend. Definitely on my list of upcoming artists to keep my eye open for. Great insight to the young mans playing by Wings of Pegasus. Can not agree more.

  • @freadadillon4071
    @freadadillon4071 4 роки тому +3

    Oh yes! I just discovered this little fella and the first thing I thought of was what you would say about him! This child seems to have ---- beyond a great teacher, a willingness to put in the time (a damn lot of it!) and natural talent ---- the emotional range of a natural born 'blues man'. You nailed my impressions about Taj playing as an adult: this little dude plays like he should have a cigarette hanging out of his mouth, a bottle of whiskey by his side, and about a dozen women who have broken his heart. What emotion and control! I am blown away. NOW do yourself a favor and watch him play rock n roll!

  • @wbs_original
    @wbs_original 5 років тому +13

    Taj is an impressive player. Little dude feels it.
    I look forward to seeing where he goes from here.

    • @deewaynenorwood1443
      @deewaynenorwood1443 4 роки тому

      He will go far on his talents alone. I just hope he has a management team of experienced people who has best interests in mind. Do not exploit or take advantage of this gifted person in any way whatsoever.!!! Best of luck to this Blues man!!!! KEEP THE BLUES ALIVE LITTLE BROTHER!!!!

  • @gregmardon6973
    @gregmardon6973 5 років тому +8

    It is such a joy to see a young individual so in love with his music, great job and I hope he doesn't stop♡

  • @mellies3528
    @mellies3528 2 роки тому +4

    this is a gifted young man and he will be as positive in his guitar playing. his face reflects the music and he shows his emotion of the song. He is great.

  • @randallridnour8954
    @randallridnour8954 4 роки тому +4

    I have to say that when I first stumbled onto this video of Tarj, it gave me goose bumps and made me reach for terms such as old spirit or similar things to explain or make sense of what I was watching. Truly astounding. The funny thing is that lots of adult bands have heard of him, and when they come to Australia to tour, want him to come on stage and play with them. It is lucky he is so grounded, that hopefully, it won't all go to his head and spoil him.

  • @jamminwithjambo7729
    @jamminwithjambo7729 5 років тому +83

    Sounds like he was raised on the blues for 50 years.

  • @WalkenDead
    @WalkenDead 5 років тому +66

    One more comment, please please let this kid continue on and do his thing. Not be turned into a pop artist by managers and producers.

    • @pooperscooper9176
      @pooperscooper9176 5 років тому +2

      WalkenDead1369 that’s actually a good point

    • @stevensams9614
      @stevensams9614 5 років тому +2

      Absolutely! Derek Trucks was low key building his craft. I saw him grow as a player living in Georgia. He had his name alone but made it on his own doing his own style. I hope the industry doesn’t stunt his growth. This is an art and some people with little talent but lots of cash have made it a rather evil industry. Some of the most gifted musicians I have met in my life got screwed by the industry or walked away with drug problems. It brings tears to my eyes just thinking of the friends I have lost because great music is so often birthed in great sorrow and grief. He has great tools as playing other people’s music. Much to be said and properly lauded about that fact alone. Social media is great but I sincerely pray Taj grows first as an artist before fame begins to eat at him. Too many people telling a young person how great they are can be that young person’s worst enemy. He has the tools to be successful playing other people’s stuff right now. That says a lot but I just hope he has space to grow as an artist. Thank you for your thoughtful comment!

    • @joleneloveland2942
      @joleneloveland2942 4 роки тому

      @WalkenDead I hear ya there!

    • @joleneloveland2942
      @joleneloveland2942 4 роки тому +1

      @@stevensams9614 i know that Derek and Susan have their own studio, but i suspect that they and the Allman Betts Band are largely their own corporation and distributor. But do not credit me with this info, it is speculation from my past.

  • @pinkhare4344
    @pinkhare4344 4 роки тому +6

    I watch him a lot! Just love how he really has it in his soul!

  • @tcconnection
    @tcconnection 3 роки тому +1

    Your explanation is always so thorough and polite. You are so appreciated.

  • @SherPettit
    @SherPettit 5 років тому +12

    I love watching him. So much talent. His face shows those true feelings inside. 💫❤️

  • @jimithy47
    @jimithy47 5 років тому +9

    A real talent and the telltale face. Thanks for sharing.

  • @lisasanders6108
    @lisasanders6108 4 роки тому +4

    He's really amazing. Imagine how much better he'll get in time. God given talent. He's unbelievable. Love watching this talented kid. Waiting for the album.

  • @pamjones6926
    @pamjones6926 4 роки тому +3

    I NEVER get tired of watching this AMAZING musician!! Awesome does NOT Express his talent enough! 💙💙

  • @Deliquescentinsight
    @Deliquescentinsight 5 років тому +24

    Everything you say is spot on Fil, as you might know I am 60 and also have taught guitar, that discipline and restraint is so important for feel!

  • @marleenbonefont
    @marleenbonefont 5 років тому +11

    Taj is a old soul,
    He is truly playing with his soul straight up through his fingers . The love in him for his playing guitar
    Is most unbelievably
    Amazing..
    A true believer in reincarnation , yes he has a amazing teacher no doubt about that.
    But when a child picks a instrument and enjoys it so much and picks up the
    Instrument instead of wanting to be in front of a computer or a game console these day's...,
    It's plain black and white
    It's their gods giving talent
    In life. And that's the case
    With Taj.. much thanks for sharing this with all of us..
    Peace n Rock always !✌🏻😎

  • @yeshua2dw
    @yeshua2dw 2 роки тому +3

    THIS BOY IS GOING SOMEWHERE , UNBELIEVABLE GOD GIVEN TALENT , GLAD YOU HAD A CHANCE TO INTERVIEW TAJ , HE FEELS WHAT HE IS PLAYING ,

  • @jodeeb.6496
    @jodeeb.6496 3 роки тому +1

    This was so beautiful, heartfelt and honest! Made me cry.

  • @sinnertrain7405
    @sinnertrain7405 5 років тому +5

    I'm very impressed with his vibrato and phrasing (a little behind the beat), in particular. God blessed you with a gift kid so don't throw it away when multiple distractions come your way when you get more mature.

  • @mariorabottini5687
    @mariorabottini5687 5 років тому +5

    Man he’s so in the moment! Telling a musical story with his guitar and his feel! Amazing command and phrasing... but how he allows his notes to ring and breathe is just brilliant! Like you say Fil we can all learn to play a piece of music, but the emotional value comes from within! Hope he continues on his quest! Sensational analysis Fil! 😀🤘🤘🤘

  • @allansmith5894
    @allansmith5894 4 роки тому +3

    I agree... what is amazing about this nine year old is his emotion he conveys in his playing.

  • @shirapenick3610
    @shirapenick3610 2 роки тому +2

    I spend more time watching his facial expressions and can know what this feels when he is playing I see Phil smile big every time Taj gets that facial expression such a delight to see

  • @jamesgordonakacrazylegs8222
    @jamesgordonakacrazylegs8222 5 років тому +7

    If I wasn't looking at him sitting there playing that I would have thought Chris Stapleton released this version himself. The kid really blew me away when I first saw this one. He's definitely an old soul. Thanks Fil and all you other teachers out there. Passions the word

    • @davidpfeiffer7053
      @davidpfeiffer7053 5 років тому

      A 70-something neighbor who is strings-proficient in sort of a Roy Clark fashion was visiting me and I played this video for him. Very quiet man, my friend Thomas. He had but one thing to say about Taj. Just as he was headed out the door he looked over his shoulder at me and said, "There's a very old soul inside that little boy." First time I ever heard that. And somehow for a moment it explained everything. And now I've heard it a second time. It would appear, Mr. Gordon, that you and Thomas share a musical kinship. I'm thinking you're both very old souls yourselves. -David, a.k.a. the ConnMan.

    • @jamesgordonakacrazylegs8222
      @jamesgordonakacrazylegs8222 5 років тому +1

      Well I'm 54 so I've been around a little while. truthfully I've always been able to see it in someone musician or not. Funny you mentioned Roy Clark I was just watching some videos earlier of him. He's amazed me all my life. I believe he's an old soul to. The next time your friend comes by show him the video of christone Kingfish Ingram another old soul. Thanks and Godspeed to you.aka Crazy Legs

  • @d.castillo9495
    @d.castillo9495 5 років тому +8

    Great analysis, once again. This kid is amazing. I would suggest this 9 year old kid get together with 81 year old Bob Wood and go on tour. Sign me up. Rock!

  • @suzettebavier4412
    @suzettebavier4412 Рік тому +5

    Taj is a child prodigy. He started when he had JUST turned 7 years old, and Bam!it was INSTANTANEOUS with him

  • @wendyroman4944
    @wendyroman4944 4 роки тому +1

    I am so glad you covered this one! I just pray I live long enough to see him get his first music award! This young man is AMAZING! 👍🌹

  • @michaelherron4306
    @michaelherron4306 5 років тому +4

    Really interesting to hear your opinion on his playing. I’ve never played an instrument or studied music but I’ve been so impressed by this kids playing I’ve watched his vids several times and his appearances on other channels. So to hear you explain the emotion conveyed through the vibrato makes as sense as to why I find his playing so compelling.

  • @yulinbilladavidwilliam7962
    @yulinbilladavidwilliam7962 5 років тому +3

    Thanks so much Fil for checking out my request. I'm so pleased you saw and heard what I did. I think he's the real deal too. Appreciation from Down under 🙏

  • @ozman6602
    @ozman6602 3 роки тому +4

    For only playing 2 half years is incredible his timing is spot on his bends are in tone not to mention only being nine years old.

  • @yostgirl
    @yostgirl 4 роки тому +4

    This kid is blessed!
    You can tell that the music is felt.

  • @jeffreyschaefer3979
    @jeffreyschaefer3979 5 років тому +5

    Fantastic! When I was nine I had a hard time brushing my teeth on a regular basis let alone playing that well. Good job kid!!
    And cudos to his teacher.

  • @paulmckeown8840
    @paulmckeown8840 5 років тому +6

    Great analysis as usual mate the young lads going to the very top

  • @kaitlynnsinclair8494
    @kaitlynnsinclair8494 3 роки тому +4

    Taj is my one of my biggest inspirations!even though he's a few years younger then me ...I look up to him...and he has all my respect in the world...I hope to meet him

  • @bernadette9945
    @bernadette9945 3 роки тому +3

    Taj has an old soul. His playing touches your spirit. AMAZING🎸🎶

  • @olagsanger7436
    @olagsanger7436 5 років тому +8

    There's hope. And it's wonderful. Thanks.

  • @tamarabradshaw4799
    @tamarabradshaw4799 5 років тому +28

    Love watching this young prodigy. I wonder how much he's taught his teacher😁💗💗💗💗💗💗💗

  • @NitroModelsAndComics
    @NitroModelsAndComics 4 роки тому +30

    Certainly the most impressive thing about his playing is he's playing with a seasoned professionals feel. His patients between notes to let the music breathe and the phrasing become poignant is not something teachable. Obviously his teacher has done a great job to impress upon him that music is about feelings. His technical ability is outstanding but really it's his feel and phrasing and the Dynamics of letting notes kind of Fall Away. Also there were a few bands in there where he got the Note 2 and 3 times they were so impressive. This kid is going places

    • @suefrancis4939
      @suefrancis4939 3 роки тому +2

      He is truly gifted and was born for this!! No questions ie: his playing abilities, but as you pointed out, the phrasing, and his emotional connection, just make listening and watching a pure, delightful experience!

  • @bostonwhofan
    @bostonwhofan 3 роки тому +4

    I like the way when he hits a wart here and there he continues to play right through it.