How to IMPROVISE - Lesson 2
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I've dusted off my bass after 26 years of not playing, my granddaughter started piano lessons, and my 84-year-old partner is learning piano online from his home office. Why, you ask? Because this father and daughter inspired us to. Thank you for positively changing our lives for the better. I hope this comment reaches you so you know how much you both are appreciated. Peace, Steve from Cape Cod, MA
It's so nice to see the father's face lighting up every time Ellen is doing something extraordinary.
Two of my favorite parts:
“Don’t forget the spaces!” - YES to this teaching!
“Ok, ALL the notes!” - Proceeds to unleash Ellen to leave the 3-note exercise and just go for it on the whole bass.
As others have already commented, it’s a blast to watch her journey unfold before our eyes.
Anyone who has (or might) complain that Ellen simply had all this handed to her can see that she’s putting in the hard work for herself. And this is WITHOUT video footage of her playing every day off camera as you’ve said she does.
Put in the work, reap the rewards. She’s a rare gem and special to watch.
The way Ellen is looking at her dad to absorb as much knowledge as she can is just incredible 👍
Hovak the world needs more dads like you for sure. It's a joy to watch you both work together. What a future she is going to have!
Thank you very much!
Ellen pressures Dad for her bass back like most kids beg for the game controller.
These lessons are pure joy to watch as Ellen struggles to control her fingers from just wandering off into a musical exposition all on their own.
All that talent in an adorable tiny package guided by an outstanding doting father.
'When you make a mistake, repeat the mistake'. Wow. These two are incredible together. Very fun to watch his knowledge being absorbed and interpreted by Ellen.
A great teacher not only educates, he must inspire. Great job teacher and student!
Every time, I am blown away by the natural raw talent Ellen displays. Obviously inherted from daddy Hovak, who is an incredible musician, great teacher, and doggone FINE video producer. It is a priviledge to watch this musical journey. Thank you again for sharing with all of us.🤩
Does the father have a semi-famous band?
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Does it semi-matter? Just wodering.
I could not agree with yo more, not only does she have the talent to play but she always, I mean always makes it fun, unlike many learning musicians who get flat out frustrated with learning. She makes me want to pick up my bass and enjoy it.
I've never commented on anything UA-cam before. Nevertheless, I feel compelled to share what I felt was one of the most special things I've ever seen in my 70 years on this planet. Hovak, the relationship you have with Ellen is one of the most beautiful Father/Daughter relationships I have ever been privileged to witness (and I'm a father of two girls and one boy and two grandchildren). The time and the care you spend with her and your willingness to share your musical gifts are something all we fathers should stive to emulate. Your patience and love when working with her are really inspirational. (Your lessons with her are among my favorite videos). And, even though we don't see much of Mom, her influence in all of Ellen's great outfits and hair stylings (and Mom's camera work) is ever present. You two are cooperating on raising an exceptional human being.
As for Ellen, you have been blessed with a very special child. Her "light" and here love of life fills the screen. Don't know if the bass is her long term future as life's path is full of many twists and turns. But, whatever she does I'm sure she will be important to a great many people and this world. As for now, if I don't hear an Ellen bass groove at least once a day, my day is just not complete...
Thank you for seeing her gifts and nurturing them. There is no greater responsibility for parents and I've never seen anyone do a better job than you two.
A World-class bassist in the making right there.
This is just a joy to watch. I love seeing Ellen and her dad working together.
I'm surprised dad has not broke out into a serious cry yet. My own daughter continues to amaze me and I love the one on one time you two share with one another. Rock on dad and baby girl!! ♥️💯👍🏾🤗
I've been playing bass for 20 years off and on and The improvise techniques that I'm learning here are priceless I love your approach at teaching
Havak and Ellen, I love watching these lessons I bet a lot of budding bass players are watching these videos very closely. Ellen you amaze me at your eagerness to learn you are like a sponge absorbing everything and your dad is a wonderful teacher. Thank you both for another great video 👍👍👏👏🎸🎸
Inspirational and educational for players of all instruments. Much of what Hovak told Ellen to do applies to anyone wanting to improvise.
@@tonysansom Definitely. This style of learning applies to all instruments.
Love how eager she is to play and try new things. That innate interest will carry her a lot more ahead than many players.
Very true --- no parent can manufacture fake enthusiasm in a child --- it has to come from her SOUL
Hovak is also very good at reading when Ellen is getting tired and gives her something new to work on.
You are a great father. And you have a wonderful daughter. You two are a great team.
Your daughter will open the world musically. You are not only a great musician but also a wonderful music teacher.
Incredible this relationship. 🎸❤
Thank you!
He seems to strike that perfect balance between being a doting Dad who encourages his daughter no matter what --- but also not afraid to give her constructive criticism to make her a better bassist and vocalist --- you really need both qualities to be a great teacher of anything ❤
Ellen can sing. She is a gift from God!
To watch you both together doing this brings a smile and a joy in my heart. You brother are a wonderful father.
It's an amazing relationship between father an daughter to share the music in ways she is both eager to learn and excited to play. Her giggles tell me she is not only having fun, but learning as well. Great job both of you....
It is beautiful the way all of the elements are there, for us to witness Ellen's first time personal musical discovery.
Dad is a world class teacher. His system of teaching improvisation step by step-listen, sing, sing with rhythm, etc. is totally innovative and brilliant. Of course, Ellen seems like a quick study. But wow! Just look what they’ve done together in a rather short time.
Always happy about playing no matter what
I love how patient Hovak is with instructing his daughter, while also making it clear that she is actually expected to learn and understand the intended lesson. This is what teaching and parenting is all about.
I originally subscribed just to watch and admire this talented young lady. But now I am also admiring the mentoring talents of her father.
He is guiding and preparing her to be a learned musician. I’m actually learning so much from Hovak myself!
Great and talented musical family. All of your videos are a joy to watch and listen to. I hear elements of some of the great Fusion artists of the 1970's like Weather Report and others. Keep it up.
I just came across this channel and can't seem to stop smiling through the whole video. Her enthusiasm is so contagious and refreshing. I don't even play bass but her father's instruction should work for guitar too, or any instrument for that matter. These two are delightful.
It's such a blessing watching you guys ....if only more parents spent this type of time with their children the change this world would have ..... Just seeing how much joy this instrument brings this child playing with her father is really a emotional experience to watch I can't wait to see where she's going to be in 5 years she will give Getty Lee and Buckethead run for their money Davey 504 will be doing reaction videos on her leaving him in the dust
So glad to see you teaching her improvisation! This is often missed or passed by, teachers don’t want to take the time as it is quite difficult. Ellen is a wonderful student, so much fun watching her joy in learning something new!
This is so cool. My 10 years old daughter is been playing piano, violin, ukulele and guitar and last Sunday we went to buy a bass and she is already fallowing yours steps.
Dad you are best of the best.!
I feel so blessed to have found this bundle of musical joy!! I start my day by watching these two souls interact with fun and joy! This kid is a total joy to watch and soooo talented! Thank you!!
"Repeat the mistake"!!! Havok, U are the best teacher. Ellen, you R the queen!!!!!
Amazing, just amazing how much love flows between these two. Ellen Will go far in her music, as long as she continues to stay focused, as her teen years are approaching.
You always forget the Mum (in all the comments)... The magnificent Mum... and also her role. She's always in the shadows
@@Hundred2 Sorry!! I didn't know if there was a Mom. If Mom is the one in the video where Ellen is singing that beautiful song, then I can see why Ellen is such a beautiful young ladu, with a Mom like that.
Ellen is so lucky to have a dad like you. Do you know how unusual it is to be able to improvise with your kid like that? No pressue Ellen, only UA-cam! Great relationship and perfect pedagogy from dad.
By accident I ran across a video of Ellen and let me say “ I was blown away”. You bring so much enthusiasm to the music you play. I am 61 years old and you have made me pick up my guitar again. Thank you so much for what you do! I wish you all the luck in your future! By the way lol stay away from the cake you’ll get fat lol
I love how Ellen is smiling and displaying fidgety energy during this lesson --- that means she's having fun --- I remember being her age and trying to learn trombone and really hating it and my body language was all different --- I looked slumped over and miserable and my face was all sour grapes LOL
Oh Gosh!! We're floating. It was so good 🥰🥰🥰🥰🤗🤗🤗🤗❤❤❤❤😍😍😍😍
Great, this vidéo is pure hapiness ! I've been listen to you since your started. Ellen, your are amasing and your dad does wonders. It's a real pleasure to see a father so proud of her daughter. I loved the day ou met STEVE VAI at his house. Dad was so in awe. Thanks you so much. 😊
What an honor to be able to watch an extremely talented student learn from an extremely talented teacher. Marvelous!
Wow! Go dynamic duo! I love how Ellen continually looks for "yes" in her Father's eyes. The smiles, little laughs and excitement is so beautiful. It shows so much love, trust and respect! I just adore your family! That's so much more than just hearing music; it's experiencing joy! It's what keeps your audience growing and looking forward to the next post!
KEY IS : HAVING THE FINGERS PLAY WHAT YOU SING OR HUM, MORE SO RHYTHMIC OVER MELODIC WITHIN 3 NOTES LIMITATION AND NO OCTAVE. AN INVALUABLE TEACHING VIDEO. NOT EVER FOUND ON UA-cam SO FAR. CONGRATULATIONS BOTH OF YOU. AND THANK YOU SO MUCH. MY MUSIC TOOLBOX JUST KEEPS GROWING.
Imagine where our WORLD be today if all parents invested even just a little time in teaching their children valuable stuff!!! ... it could be ANYTHING!...Music, Carpentry, Cooking, sewing, mechanics, farming,
STOP letting xbox RAISE YOUR KIDS!!!
I'd GIVE A million THUMBS UP to this man and his daughter if UA-cam had a button for that..
Good job Mr. Ellen's dad!!...
With the talent that Ellen has, I think the future of good music is safe in her hands!
I could literally see the change in Ellen's playing in this 23 minute video. What an amazing dad!!
A brilliant lesson, and brilliant learning.
It is so beautiful to see father and daughter relationship. I wish both of you very well.
Hovak you are an incredible teacher and so good with children. You know how to humble yourself and become almost a child yourself, and sill remain this incredible teacher. You teach with love and understanding.
Ellen (and Dad), keep up the great work. I love it when Ellen’s face lights up when she realizes she sang something that sounds really good! 😏👍
Dude, discovered you, and your dad today… Dude…. Duuuuuuuuuuuuuuude…. 😊 Made my day, my weekend, my month, quite possibly my year! Ellen, you and your dad, are just flat out, utterly badasses. Keep it up, keep rocking, I’m going to bed grinning at having sat and experienced this. I’m a bass player, and humbled by the game your bringin. KEEP BRINGING IT KEEP GROWIN AND PLEASE KEEP SHARING YOUR JOURNEY! THANK YOU!!!!!
OMG - her bass is shrinking!!!!! How great you are doing!!!!!
WHAT A BONUS FOR THOSE PEOPLE STILL LEARNING TO PLAY in this mid-range skill level. Definitely a gift - to learn improvisation means THINKING ! THANK YOU HOVAK (Hope I spelled that correctly) because without your leadership, Ellen would probably not get this from Yousician or anywhere else. ANY CHANCE of posting a link in the description to an MP3 of that backing track? We have Members who could benefit from a growth session with that.
what a beautiful blessed partnership
. you both are awesome
It's great to see Ellen with this persistence and having fun !!
As everybody agrees about the perfect teacher and the VERY TALENTED young Lady- ==while my almost endless watching and inhaling every step, I think ++ feel the most important fact: her joyful signs/sighs, that RELEASES from all the "work " that in there! Wonderful!!!
She is very talented and I see a very big future in this little fairy 🤗❣🎸 and Mr. Hovak, you are the luckiest dad! 😉👍
The sheer joy you have in playing and your want to learn . . . amazing.
Not only improvisation, but teaching her dissonance and how to reconcile it. Absolutely outstanding.
Hovak, I love the way you break lessons into tiny pieces that contain so much potential. It's no wonder Ellen is progressing so well; between your teaching and her innate talent, she's on her way to superstardom.
I love the connection between you two ❤️ It's something beautiful to watch really 😌👍 It's inspiring to Me as a learning guitarist and you both have my admiration 💯 You also have a sweet sounding singing voice as well Ellen love it
Good job on this lesson I'm learning with you too.
I'm so surprising from ellen. She has the talent. He knows listening well to play a song👍🎸🎵
Super talented . She's gonna world class by the time she reaches her 20s
Terrific job Ellen, you catch on so fast "your amazing"!!! I laugh when you laugh " 😆 Thank you!
LOL @ 9:05--the true expression and body language of a musician; "Give me back my axe!"
Best inspiring lesson I've ever seen. You are incredible together. What a treat to see your videos and this one in particular encourages me to practice without any fear of failing and optimal amount of joy! Thank you both so so much!!! Ellen you are so talented and your dad is the best teacher ever! 👍❤🙏🏻
Is so amazing to see Ellen to develop her musicianship, since music is a language that she knows how to talk fluently and currently she is learning how to write poetry. (by de way, she got great teacher)
That was awesome! What a talent!
Ellen is an absolute star! I love her smile!
Those are great improvisation lessons your dad is giving you there! Hovak, you're a wonderful teacher. It's awesome seeying you both having so much fun at doing this! 😎🎶🎸
Wow Ellen, this is so exciting and you get free lessons. Doesn’t get better than this. My favorite time in life was when I was playing music and wished I was more serious at the time. Congratulations.
Ellen is a little Whippersnapper lol. She picks up that stuff so quickly !! Nice job Ellen !!
I'm learning right along with you Ellen (and playing along with you too!). Thank you for posting the lessons, Hovak! :)
Ellen is born to be a musician! Good work!
To paraphrase something attributed to Frank Zappa ... "You gotta put eyebrows on it." ... Would love to hear and see Ellen play "Apostrophe' ... the Bass is simply divine. Great lessons by a great Teacher and Dad :)
Omg.. I was straight groving to Ms Ellen. Playing to her lyrics. 🎶Yaaaa YAAA Yaahh 🎶
it was too easy. Busta Rhymes
Ellen you are a glow of sunshine every morning love watching and listening to you keep it up mike
Oh my gosh! I love that. Play all wrong notes. Brilliant. Go Ellen!
I love Ellen's thirst and desire to learn its beautiful to witness its so inspiring ☺.For her I can see learning bass is fun and PLAY, probably for Ellen more fun than some video games. I think this wonderful...
As a member of the rhythm section I truly enjoyed watching/listening to your videos, as multiple multiple snare drums around my house resonate and vibrate snares while Ellen plays bass! Hovack, it's so refreshing to see a dad help as you do in your daughter's musical education. Elen's amazing and certainly wouldn't be here if it weren't for you! So many of us obviously get great joy watching you and Ellen interact, and I thank you. Ty! 🙂 #ShredderDad
Btw, I was FOH engineer for one of your buddy Victor's shows in 09 at a music venue chain that with the letters HOB. 30+years in the industry.
Thank you!
Blown away. Your tech skills improve soooo fast.
Her attitude is always great, this is even more important than talent
17:19 Hovak: What are you doing?....Ellen, shaking head and smiling: I don't know... Hilarious... Such fun to watch you guys.
Ok, I'm going to attempt an analogy here.... At 12:30, when she is told - "all the notes!" - it was like when you pinch a garden hose and then release it, a sudden flood comes out. The ideas were already in Ellen's mind - they just needed the hose to be un-pinched. So excellent.
Even if it's just this lesson between them. Even when they remember that this was much more than a bass lesson. Even when they move on to destiny. The love of Mom and Hovak might be a lesson for all.
I really like the creativity of these two lovely artists. Very nice improv ideas 💞😐
Hovak you teach with love, patience and kindness. Hard to say who is more fortunate, you or Ellen. Please keep her away from the public school system.
Thank you so much !!! I was looking for some improvisation lesson that are easy to understand and this is perfect.
U go Ellen don't be shy sing it out your voice is pretty good let the hole world hear u
Sounds great. I've been playing bass for years and I'm learning from yall . Thanks Hovak for the lessons. Ellens's ability to be serious about the lesson but still have so much fun is a great combination. I hope at some point she learns the fretless bass.
There's a video with her playing one. It was probably recorded after this one. She absolutely nails it.
I had to pick up my bass and try this. I was like "not that note RABBIT!" all the way through when I was limited to 3 notes, LOL. Well done, I definitely learned something here and had fun doing it. :)
Finally I start to understand now what have I do to make my improvisation on bass, although I tried before and I watched many other lessons, but still can't do it well. Thank you for your lessons! And I hope its continue.
Love it. Such a great atmosphere;-) and so funny .
Brilliant !! and very patient father 💜
Wow, so much more than just learning to ace a cover song, this is actually very amazing. I love the interaction with Ellen and her incredible responses.
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I love how Ellen wants her bass back very soon after Hovak takes it to show her something. She catches on so quickly and wants to cement what she learned from him into her muscle memory.
Amazing work by both Ellen and Hovak. We have another Tal Wilkenfeld on our hands. Improvisation is important to any musician. Ellen is an incredible young bassist with a talent that belies her age. This young girl is a rare talent, and Ellen loves every minute of it.
I LOVE these sessions! Amazing to watch things "click" for her. I know nothing about bass beyond the enjoyment of the sound. Just love to see ths interaction and her joy
I'm speechless..........realy great !
Wonderful! This video is a lesson on how to teach a music lesson. Excellent teacher and extraordinary student. I was teaching my children to play their instruments, but I was a very clumsy teacher. I would have liked to learn to teach with you, to teach them better. Congratulations!.
Incredible video HAVAK and ELLEN. Thanks for sharing. These types of videos are very interesting. Keep the content coming. Hope you have an awesome day. Much love
Thank you for this great lesson, so nice to see you both sharing music :)
Very wise teacher to never end the lesson experience on a bad note (figuratively) dad made sure the lesson ended with fun instead of disappointment or frustration, you are a good man sir.