r/howdoesthiswork • u/DanKolar62 • Mar 22 '14

FYI Tea For Two - Django Reinhardt

http://youtu.be/KjYNMKvUyXI
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u/Jeepsahara00 Apr 02 '14

I don't really know how to put it into my own words, but it's a style called Gypsy Jazz. There are a few videos of him playing if you can find them. This explains it pretty well.

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u/DanKolar62 Apr 02 '14

Thank you. Actually, I failed to marked the flair.

I'd offered the post as a visual demonstration of the style and chording.

Though I lack the necessary skill and talent to play it—Jazz, like most music, has been an important part of my life.

I suffer tinnitus. When my life lacks a soundtrack, the ringing drives me bonkers.

Again, thank you. Your participation is welcome.

This subreddit often feel like an empty hall—so when I'm bored, I improvise.

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u/Jeepsahara00 Apr 02 '14

Yeah, thanks man, I've been listening to Django for years, and the first time you really listen to what he's able to do with his limited movement, it's shocking.

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u/DanKolar62 Apr 02 '14

My favorite: Django Reinhardt - Minor's Swing - 1937 November 25 - Swing, Paris

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u/Jeepsahara00 Apr 02 '14

My favorite would have to be Appel Direct

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u/DanKolar62 Apr 02 '14

Thank you for that link. I'd not heard that version.

BTW, did the visualization of Tea For Two work for you?

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u/Jeepsahara00 Apr 02 '14

Thanks, and yeah, it did. I was just trying to show you the reason/process behind it.