[Swaman]

Greetings! I finally got a video camera (Zoom Q2n). Here's the result of my first try. The band meets pretty regularly once a week, not always the same players and this is probably similar to many home sessions that take place.
It's fun to do and provides an incentive to practice & keep playing at 83.

George

 

[mascio]

There is no greater love. George you sound awesome. It is truly a joy to listen to you. 83 years young and swinging like a gate.

 

[Charlie J]

Sharing good music and fellowship; you are an inspiration!
Thank you.

 

[Swaman]

Thanks Mascio: The gate has a bit of rust on the hinges, but it's not a deterrent.
Good to hear from you again.
George

 

[Swaman]

Charlie J: Thank you for your kind words. I'll bet there's a lot of octogenarians still playing, not necessarily gigs but just for the fun of it.
George

 

[Milo B.]

Charlie J: Thank you for your kind words. I'll bet there's a lot of octogenarians still playing, not necessarily gigs but just for the fun of it.
George

Not sure if there are a lot, but with your good example, there are probably a lot more on the way. You sound great, thanks for sharing!

 

[Swaman]

OhRightSF: Thanks for listening and your compliments. Let's hope there are more Seniors continuing to play.
George

 

[guidocreo]

George, I love ear you playing !

Ciao

 

[Lionelsax]

Yes !!! Great !!!

 

[mrpeebee]

Good to hear (and now also see) you again George, sounding great.

Keep on blowing.

 

[59Martin]

An inspiration to us all, thanks for posting this, I really enjoyed it.

 

[Swaman]

guidocreo: Thanks for listening. This was just the first time I used the camera with it's built in mics. Things will get better.
George

 

[Swaman]

Lionelsax: You're always very supportive and it's appreciated. Thanks for listening.
George

 

[Swaman]

mrpeebee: Thanks for your comments. Notice I'm using a Ted Klum Hr Florida 7 instead of the Link. Not sure which I like better. The audio on this video isn't the same as separate mics so I have to practice video recording for a while to help make up my mind. (Which will probably never happen). Best regards to you.
George

 

[Swaman]

59Martin: Thanks so much for your reply that inspired me also.
George

 

[mrpeebee]

mrpeebee: Thanks for your comments. Notice I'm using a Ted Klum Hr Florida 7 instead of the Link. Not sure which I like better. The audio on this video isn't the same as separate mics so I have to practice video recording for a while to help make up my mind. (Which will probably never happen). Best regards to you.
George

I indeed noticed that you didn't play the Link George, but you sound also great on this piece. It's the arrow-er, not the arrow!

 

[Lionelsax]

I've just ordered this Zoom Q2n ! 99 euros !
Correct price, it's a discontinued product.

 

[Michael_A]

Hi George,
solid band! Sounds great. I noted the sound... then found that you are using build-in mic. Hmmm...

I just found some technics for replacing cam mic recording in video. Very interesting and finally simple.


Thanks for sharing.
Michael.

 

[buddy lee]

That BIG tenor tone, well done.

 

[dexdex]

Nice playing, indeed. I recently turned 60, couldn't imagine I had more than 20 years ahead to play, maybe like you do. At least, I hope so. Congratulations, this is awesome and very motivating.

I recently got the same Q2n, amazing tool. Make sure you have enough AA batteries on hand, or a power supply, or an external USB battery, this thingy drains a lot of power. You can record yourself standing in front of it, it swallows the mightiest baritone grunt or tenor wail. You just need to use the manual gain with the small knob on the side.

On last month's TOTM, the one with The Police song, my submission was filmed with it.