Jake performed the Japanese inspired folk tune “Sakura Sakura” which is traditionally played on a thirteen string Koto. Jake attempts to mimic this with his four string ukulele. Rancho Cucamonga, CA 11.21.2009
@MrAviiC well being a musician myself, I think it's interesting checking out his mimic when he's putting so much feeling in his music. When I'm playing the Piano i look completely weird. Feet doing strange things, face looking like I had a stroke, that's why 😀
I was at this concert at Manchester Craftman's Guild in Pittsburgh. He was the nicest dude ever. We talked for a minute after the show, he signed my program and everything. I hope he stops by again for his next tour.
I guess all you bastards complaining about his facial expressions must be one of those teens who only listens to pop and hip hop.
This is real music,unlike pop and other gay music, this music is just overflowing with emotions. Imagine if he would just sit there with a blank face and play like he's playing for a funeral. Give him some credit for the music dammit and stop complaining about his face.
Imagine if this guy played a duet with Yo Yo Ma. I don't even know if that much passion can be held within a 10 mile radius of the other, but hell if it happens then I would definitely pay to see it.
Jake elevates the ukulele to capture the finest compositions in the world. It reminds me of the way Segovia took the "rhythm" instrument, flamenco guitar, and performed the most difficult classical pieces written for orchestra. Thanks to Segovia we recognize the classical guitar's range and depth. Jake's on the same path for the 'uke. What a huge talent.
Not only is this man adorable, but he plays amazingly, and it's almost painfully obvious how close he is to his music. He deserves respect and WAY more popularity.
i'll just but it this way. if you don't like the faces he makes, don't look at them. if you don't like the music he plays, don't listen to it. if you want to make fun of him, go ahead, we can't stop you, but don't expect us to respect you or like you after you do it. end of discussion.
Those people who care about his face only don't know what real art is…
I play the piano for more than 20 yeas, and still remember last time when I took a look at my own video recored during a concert in which I played Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No. 2. I was surprised when I saw my own face in that video… well my face looked a bit funny, but I know, when I was playing, I was totally "in" the music and that concerto was hard enough to kill me = =" I didn't make faces in purpose…
I love the faces people make when they are really into the music. Its like they are in some different relm, like they are in some sort of fantastic trance…I truly envy them.
I didn't even notice his face until I saw the comments.
When I come to YouTube for music, I rarely watch. There's a reason why:
WHEN IT COMES TO MUSIC, VISUALS ARE UNIMPORTANT!
I don't go to SEE a concert, I go to HEAR it. When I hear someone say they're going to SEE a musician perform, I know just from that statement they've missed the point.
The fact that you were in my home town of Rancho Cucamonga and I didn't go see you in concert is very sad 🙁 WHY DIDNT I GO?! WHY DIDNT I KNOW?! Come back to rancho please 🙂
During traditional Buddhist ☸ or Shinto ⛩ weddings, this traditional song is often played during the san-san-kudo sake ceremony. Three cups of sake are passed between the bride and groom three times, hence the name of the ceremony which means "Three times three is nine".
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Remember when Craig had to go stay in Rancho Cucamongo with his Uncle and Dey Dey! LOL!
That was great…
@MrAviiC well being a musician myself, I think it's interesting checking out his mimic when he's putting so much feeling in his music. When I'm playing the Piano i look completely weird. Feet doing strange things, face looking like I had a stroke, that's why 😀
I am inspired ! This young man plays creatively and with immense passion and I am .. simply transfixed !
>^,,^<
I was at this concert at Manchester Craftman's Guild in Pittsburgh. He was the nicest dude ever. We talked for a minute after the show, he signed my program and everything. I hope he stops by again for his next tour.
@MrAviiC
they think its funny when u feel music
He does to that Ukey what B.B. King did to Lucille. Meaning…he's DAMNED good.
Someone tell him he's got to do a cover of Bobby Fuller's "I Fought the Law", or "El Paso" by Marty Robbins.
Awesome musician! Very talented!
It made me fall asleep on my chair… I can use it when I cant go to sleep best treatment no pills needed
2:41-2:52 SO SICK.
straight murked that ukelele dawwwg!
what make you play a japanese melody. i love this sakura piece, and you did wonderful. ur face was silly but ur playin was awsome and peaceful.
its as if it hurts to play each string..
I guess all you bastards complaining about his facial expressions must be one of those teens who only listens to pop and hip hop.
This is real music,unlike pop and other gay music, this music is just overflowing with emotions. Imagine if he would just sit there with a blank face and play like he's playing for a funeral. Give him some credit for the music dammit and stop complaining about his face.
who cares about his face, look at his forearms!
Imagine if this guy played a duet with Yo Yo Ma. I don't even know if that much passion can be held within a 10 mile radius of the other, but hell if it happens then I would definitely pay to see it.
just look at his hands…fantastic <3
Jake elevates the ukulele to capture the finest compositions in the world. It reminds me of the way Segovia took the "rhythm" instrument, flamenco guitar, and performed the most difficult classical pieces written for orchestra. Thanks to Segovia we recognize the classical guitar's range and depth. Jake's on the same path for the 'uke. What a huge talent.
Candy Rat Records should sign him!
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HOW!?!?!?!
Beautiful. Like fine wine in my ears.
@4tea9ers bro after what you just said made my balls drop!
PHENOMENAL
five stars
brilliant!
Not only is this man adorable, but he plays amazingly, and it's almost painfully obvious how close he is to his music. He deserves respect and WAY more popularity.
at the end it looks like he woke up from some trance…
i'll just but it this way. if you don't like the faces he makes, don't look at them. if you don't like the music he plays, don't listen to it. if you want to make fun of him, go ahead, we can't stop you, but don't expect us to respect you or like you after you do it. end of discussion.
@jdamoon1 He DID play a duet with Yo Yo Ma. Look up Yo Yo Ma Happy Xmas
This is the best thing I've ever heard on ukulele.
Those people who care about his face only don't know what real art is…
I play the piano for more than 20 yeas, and still remember last time when I took a look at my own video recored during a concert in which I played Rachmaninov's Piano Concerto No. 2. I was surprised when I saw my own face in that video… well my face looked a bit funny, but I know, when I was playing, I was totally "in" the music and that concerto was hard enough to kill me = =" I didn't make faces in purpose…
I love the faces people make when they are really into the music. Its like they are in some different relm, like they are in some sort of fantastic trance…I truly envy them.
I didn't even notice his face until I saw the comments.
When I come to YouTube for music, I rarely watch. There's a reason why:
WHEN IT COMES TO MUSIC, VISUALS ARE UNIMPORTANT!
I don't go to SEE a concert, I go to HEAR it. When I hear someone say they're going to SEE a musician perform, I know just from that statement they've missed the point.
This is why bad singers get so popular. People think that constipated facial expression and squatting means good singing.
It's that whole Emperor's New Clothes thing.
Amazing! It reminds me of beautiful sakura in Japan.
I've just started learning ukulele, and I am dreaming of being able to play like Jake someday.
The fact that you were in my home town of Rancho Cucamonga and I didn't go see you in concert is very sad 🙁 WHY DIDNT I GO?! WHY DIDNT I KNOW?! Come back to rancho please 🙂
u are so amazing never stop what u do!! =^.^=
夭獸厲害的～
you're great! (i sent you a message on instagram yesterdey : ) )
素晴らしい！ この曲、好きじゃなかったけど、今、好きになった。
Pure magic! Any tips on how to learn this? 🙂
any tabs or sheet music?
Here we have a unmistakenly consumate artist! Thanks for uploading this here!
Thanks for this gift of beauty!
During traditional Buddhist ☸ or Shinto ⛩ weddings, this traditional song is often played during the san-san-kudo sake ceremony. Three cups of sake are passed between the bride and groom three times, hence the name of the ceremony which means "Three times three is nine".
I want to be this good when playing the ukulele. Still a beginner now
凄いね〜！眼を閉じるとほんとにお琴の音色が聴こえてきます〜❤