Redman, Mehldau, McBride, Blade – Long Gone (Live at The Falcon) – Drum Sheet Music

The live performance of Joshua Redman, Brad Mehldau, Christian McBride, and Brian Blade at the Falcon (in New York’s Hudson Valley) is the finest example of jazz at its pinnacle. This live version of the show-opener tune “Long Gone” showcases the quartet’s divine musical chemistry, with a free-flowing interplay between subtle introspection and dynamic intensity. The beating heart of this performance is Brian Blade, whose drumming is expressive, rhythmically complex, and unpredictable. Blade’s ability to seamlessly weave intricate textures into the music while maintaining an irresistible swing makes this version of “Long Gone” so captivating. In this post, you’ll find the complete drum transcription of this live performance, offering a deep dive into Blade’s nuanced approach and unparalleled contribution to the tune’s intensity.

“Long Gone” is an innovative jazz composition that weaves a thoughtfully crafted head with expansive improvisational sections. The tune has a form of AABA, with 16 bars for each section and a variant on the last “A.” Its structure is built on modal shifts and subtle rhythmic changes, allowing each musician to delve into expressive variations while maintaining a cohesive flow. The composition’s interplay of lyrical moments with more propulsive, syncopated passages reflects modern jazz sensibilities, blending swing with post-bop complexity.

For those who want to study and understand Brian Blade’s extraordinary drumming, the complete drum transcription for “Long Gone” (11 pages) is now available. It includes the note-for-note drum transcription and a notation key in a printable PDF file. Elevate your drumming!

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