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Gene Wilder had never performed as a singer before and was extremely nervous about this scene. He didnt know how it would turn out, but he went ahead and did the song anyways because he wanted to do it for the children. Turned out to be a historic moment in cinema, and we’re all grateful to Gene for going through with the song
Hollywood being Hollywood, in that era, they could have just overdubbed his voice in the songs with a singers voice if need be. But I am delighted they didn't.
Mahler made masterpieces by forcing instruments outside of their comfort zone, maybe pushing Wilder outside of his comfort zone was one of the reasons this song became so magical? The voice is very simple compared to what a more season musician might have produced
@@dmajor050 The copyright on songs themselves (sheet music / sequence of notes) is separate to that of specific recordings, and the owner of the song itself can always DMCA you even if a specific audio recording doesn't match Content ID. Strictly speaking to cover any copyrighted song you need a mechanical license, and the rights to record and distribute your cover as well. If you want to argue Fair Use it needs to be within the context of critique/education like this video or suitably transformative to the point it becomes its own creative work. Simply covering an entire song verbatim usually fails Fair Use.
I would really adore if, at the end of these analyses, you were to play the entire melody on your piano. I think your audience would stick around to hear you play the entire piece, with your own style. Love the videos!
I agree. I completely appreciate how it's broken down and explained, but I definitely felt like I was left hanging by not hearing the masterpiece in its entirety. I adore these videos and your love for music. You've re-ignited my desire to dust off the piano and continue to learn. Thank you for these videos and for sharing your love for these compositions. ❤🎶
Agreed. You build us up with terrific explanations the slam the door in our face. It reminds me of the episode in Big Bang Theory where Amy doesn’t let Sheldon finish things.
Gene Wilder’s cane taps are so perfect. It’s almost like he’s breaking the 4th wall, because the other characters see him as erratic and off kilter, but we the audience know he’s perfectly in control because we can hear the music that he’s synced to.
To that effect, the melody and melodic choices can be viewed as such. The perception is that he's one thing, but he's really another, or at least is faceted. And it's all enchanting.
The hidden dissonance makes Willy Wonka more mysterious: you don't know if he's lying or truthful, if he's joking or serious or dangerous. That dangerous side of the music is amplified in the boat scene where everything gets scary. The music provides unconscious layers that help tell the story. It's pretty awesome.
This is so accurate. I've heard that Gene Wilder wouldn't play the character unless he could do the scene where he walks out of the factory with the cane and does a tumble. From that scene forward, you wouldn't know if Wonka is lying, or telling the truth.
Pure Imagination was the first dance at our wedding ❤. We are both musicians, as was half the guest list. A few people asked why we chose that song but none of the musicians questioned it. How could you not love this song?!
I have zero knowledge of piano theory other than I love the sound. I didn’t understand almost anything you said but your passion and excitement about a beautiful song kept me watching to the end. It was almost fascinating to hear a breakdown of a song I have always thought was exceptionally beautiful. Now I know why.
I'm with you. I barely understand a word, but I couldn't stop watching. The question is, can someone recommend a channel where we can learn music theory so we can come back and understand this.
My best friend was a musician. He passed away after many battles with cancer. The last song he recorded was a cover of Pure Imagination, and it’s always in my head. Miss you, Johnny.
Anyone else just really love the sound of orchestral recordings of the 60s to maybe the mid 70s? It's not as crystal clear as what you would hear in a modern movie score, but it's better than what you would hear in the 30s to the 50s. In my opinion, that makes this song even more beautiful. That imperfect recording quality makes it sound ethereal, and really magical and nostalgic.
I agree. I fear we'll never return to the purity of film scores like they once were in the 60s-80s. We've entered an era where the existence of a score seems almost permanent... Star Wars Episode 1 for instance had a score playing during every second of the film. No shade thrown at John Williams of course, but when the whole thing is scored, it feels like none of it is. In my view, the score should be a character in the narrative.
Yes it has a kind of shimmering, ethereal quality to it. What gets me so much about music from this period are the influences that you can hear composers drawing on. The use of ambiguity, and dissonance is constantly reminding me of Prokofiev, Sibelius, Holst, even Wagner. It's the sound that defined the early 20th century living on in these later compositions.
If you love this song then listen to Voctave sing it. It’s on their albums “corner of broadway and Main Street”. The whole album is amazing but this song is…it’s the song.
@@SeraphsWitness This is a fascinating point! Music can definitely still elevate a scene, even as a constant, but I do see how that constant could easily lessen its potency and emotional impact!
Was so pleased to hear them use this at the end of 'Wonka'. Not only did it bring the whole cinematic story together, it reminded me what a great song it was.
I conducted this piece with my middle school honors band. The opening chord broken into arpeggio and repeated by bells, vibes and Celeste was pure magic. That twinkling sound had everyone yearning for the melody to begin. We performed other heavier pieces by Holst and Grainger but Willy Wonka stole the show. Awesome!!
Gene put so much of himself into Willy Wonka. It was his idea to come out and walk to the gate with that limp; then somersault. He thought doing that set the tone for Willy’s dealings with these people-and the audience. From that moment we would never know if he was lying or telling the truth.
@@cards0486 It was an insanely good stunt, too. I used to study aikido and did rolls for years...the roll that Wilder did was incredible. He really let himself fall forward REALLY far, before finally tucking. Watch it closely and in slo-mo. Kind of crazy for an actor and not a stuntman.
For me, it will always be "Feed the birds" from the Mary Poppins movie. The song starts off as a lullaby, with a sad undertone, but then it gets all bombastic and grave, only to finish with a muted fade. it does not simply give me goosebumps or chill my spine, it moves me profoundly. Then the tune does it a second time as the grave, booming tones return in the scene where the father is walking towards his impeding doom, chin held high. The scene where they write it in the Saving mr Banks movie even loosened a tear in my eye
@spikey556 The overture to "Mary Poppins" begins with "Feed the Birds" as well, so it is the first bit of music that the audience hears. According to the Sherman brothers, it was also the first song they played for Walt Disney and which sold him on doing the film as a musical, despite Travers' admonishment against the whole idea. It is also my personal favorite from the film. And having the ancient yet iconic Jane Darwell come out of retirement to sit on the steps as the bird woman was the perfect icing on the cake. A beautifully haunting song for a beautiful moment with a beautiful sentiment for a beautiful turning point in the film. Love your take on it.
Love this song. Beautiful, but with a touch of melancholy. As in, perhaps, you lose the pure imagination with the end of childhood. Another song that has stuck with me is "The Rainbow Connection", sung by Kermit the Frog. There is a sadness in there, as well.
I’ve always regarded this as one of the most beautiful songs from all aspects. “If you want to view paradise, simply look around and view it” is outstanding
“There is no life I know to compare with pure imagination,” i never really understood the depth of that line as a child, but thinking about it now makes me yearn for when i was a kid with a sense of childhood wonder. it is bittersweet and true
I also love cheer up Charlie! It’s one of the most touching loving songs from Charlie’s mother to him. Even though she has little and works endlessly to take care of her family, she still has hopes and dreams for her son to have a better life! 😭
I don't understand the music theory, but I appreciate Charles' enthusiasm when explaining the magic of this song. I love the song, too, so his walking through it helps me realize what about it makes it so special.
Thanks. I had the same thought about crediting the creators. I'm surprised he doesn't even mention the composers. He should. It sounds like a very Anthony Newley song too.
I was at a really loud distillery a few years ago and this 2-person band (piano+singer) started to do their rendition of this song and everyone there just kinda instantly shut the hell up and enjoyed the beauty of it. It was really nice
there is such tension to this song, along with sadness and regret. a hidden danger that foreshadows what is to come. it truly is a masterpiece that intertwines with the picture on the screen.
I don't think they could have made Gene sound bad. His voice was angelic. Perfect for the part. RIP legend. 😢 Danny Kaye was always my favorite singing actor until Gene came along. Now they split my love. Lol
The sublimated fury lurking barely hidden beneath Wonka’s apparently benign personality is perfectly explained in this song, entirely understood by the orchestra, the director and the actor, so it seems to me. Wonka, at heart a disillusioned and cynical romantic idealist, has set himself and his creative visions made real deliberately apart from the greedy, base, animalistic outside world: he can hardly disguise his contempt for his guests, even the children, since they represent everything he’s tried to shut himself away from and yet here he is, about to lay bare his secrets, share his passions and open his heart in the hope of finding one true soulmate in the herd of brutes he’s welcomed inside his home. It’s a chilling, entrancing, poignant, mysterious, magical and melancholy scene all at once: we feel there’s the promise of danger or excitement ahead; this is music to cast a spell to, and that’s exactly the effect it has. There’s a hint of innocence about to be lost, sadness at the prospect of a perfect world about to be spoiled, and the loneliness of a genius who’s lived his life in isolation thus far. I love the swell of emotion created by “if you want to view paradise”… and the bathetic resolution of “there’s nothing to it”. A perfect piece of film scoring as well as performance. Couldn’t agree with you more.
This is the perfect and adult analysis of the movie and life. Beware the glorious and gifted optimist who you mistreat. The music captures Willys world of concurrent beauty and pain. Bravo.
@@douglasfur3808I think that's another reason why the Lydian modality and Maj7 voicings work. They're beautiful but contain some wistfulness (which could arguably add to the beauty). It's kind of simultaneously child-like yet wise.
I hear them as the little sparkles of magic in the air around the main scene of the melody and chords. Not exactly horror, just the opening into pure imagination as a powerful potential experience about to manifest. The quality of the experience is up to the mind of each individual adventurer and need not be a tale of horror so much as wonder, learning awe and respect for its power.
@@shantalynn that's a great insight. Awesome, a word which meaning has been changed and muted, describes something hard to fathom or incomprehensible. It's true that some things or experiences that are new are hard to take or even scary. Angels -- the benevolent messengers or God -- whenever they encounter humans, they tend to say, "Do not be afraid." That's how I relate to and agree with your view.
Anthony Newley - the co-song-writer with Leslie Bricusse - was David Bowie's favourite singer/songwriter growing up, and that influence shines through in a lot of his songs so strongly
"The eeriness of mystery" is a magnificent description - it cannot be mystery without pulling one out of their comfort zone. There is danger in new delights.
My friend played this piece on a Flugelhorn at his father's funeral. It was already one of my favourite pieces of music of all time, I was holding it together until the first few notes carried through the church. Absolutely beautiful 😍
The song is absolutely beautiful played on a brass instrument. My daughter marched in a Drum and Bugle Corps for many years. in her final year, the Baritone solo was Pure Imagination. Gorgeous. I am sorry for the loss of your friend's father. This song must have been a beautiful tribute.
You are absolutely correct. For years, I have told my wife that this is one of the most perfect musical structures I have ever heard. Even if you don't like the melody, it doesn't change the fact. Someone with a musical ear, can hear the perfection. Others maybe just hear a nice melody. It's nice to see that I am not alone on this.
My god, this guy is a better music teacher than I’ve ever had. Taking real examples of phenomenal songs and breaking them down musically. It helps a surprising amount
RU-vid is an absolute wonder for this kinda stuff. Even further commentary aside, sometimes it's nice to just have someone explain a song without having to listen for intervals etc. yourself, better to learn it for yourself, but you can give that part of your brain a break here. It's also a nice demonstration of your progress when you hear what he's about to explain without even having to think about it, and they analyze songs we never would by ourselves.
It was written by British composers Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley specifically for the movie. Bricusse has stated that the song was written over the phone in one day
It always freaked me out that Newley went from success on stage and song writing to staring in "The Garbage Pail Kids." I would love to know what the story behind that was.
My absolute favourite part is that while the chords are defying expectations hes singing about defying explanation. The way the lyrics work so well with these insanely beautiful chords and melodies...so special
Love this song and the harmony and chords when you play them, are gorgeous, what I didn’t like is the actual orchestration written in the original. I don’t think the placements of the instruments is right at all. There are too big a gaps between the chords and it sounds sparse and odd rather than lush and supportive. Dunno. Definitely not how I wrote or orchestrate. Mind you the chords themselves, like I said, are sumptuous!
Some of the best movie songs like this one, Somewhere Over the Rainbow, Moon River, Part of That World- all have something in common: they are wistful. With the music and the sometimes the lyrics there is the conflict of the singer joyfully painting a dream while simultaneously feeling doubt in that dream. Particularly here, Wonka is expressing a philosophy he believes in but he had learned the hard way that not many other people do too. There is both cynicalism & hope pushing & pulling throughout, and it squeezes at the soul.
"Moon River" was an excellent similar example - dear Audrey Hepburn wasn't much of a singer - yet her genuine, vulnerable performance makes that scene.
So, as someone who *barely* understands discussions of music theory like this when they're broken down to simple terms, I watched this because I could tell from the thumbnail that you were talking about what is likely my favorite song from one of my favorite musicals. That being said, this song alone develops the Wonka character and the story in this movie SO MUCH, and has an uplifting message for the children (i.e. me over three decades ago) watching.
In addition to being Wonka's lyricist, Leslie Bricusse was a powerhouse composer who knew how to write the "subversive moments" into glorious film songs, like "When I Look In Your Eyes" from Dr. Doolittle (1967), and "I'll Begin Again" from Scrooge, two under appreciated film scores. And fun fact: Fred Astaire ASKED to play Wonka, and they chose Wilder.
@@themandownthehall Ya know, it seems impossible to imagine another choice, but it gets even more interesting. Bricusse and Astaire were neighbors and friends. One night playing pool they commiserated about Astaire being passed on; they both thought it made no sense that a 35-year-old would be giving up his business. And in Bricusse's own words, he implies Astaire (who was 70) would have made the better choice.
I couldn’t agree more.. after watching Wonka last night.. I feel my spirit is lifted. All of a sudden, I love life more! Thanks for taking me through this tutorial ..Some pianist can really teach piano, but very few can articulate artistically like you Mr Charles.
I just saw Wonka today and had to come home and watch the original with my toddler. The movie struck something in me, reminded me of my love for music, made me wanna cry literally everytime they played the tune throughout. Was so inspired I the theatre lobby a little performance afterwards
I love how you geek out on this song that has been magical to me since I was SIX watching the movie at the theater.... the chord progression is transportive! It isn't just a pandering ABAB melody.... ahhhhh what a pleasure watching you break it down :-)
This movie got the character of Willy Wonka completely backwards. Of course, Wilder is nothing short of a joy to watch on screen, but Johnny Depp pulled Wonka straight from the pages of the book.
@jasonjoyce7835 He based his interpretation of Wonka on over enthusiastic game show hosts, "somebody who puts on a face every day", and went on record to clarify that Jackson played no part in his inspiration of Wonka.
One thing that's cool about the Willy Wonka song you looked at is that the really old sounding audio quality just adds a whole other layer of nostalgia when listening to it today. Watched that movie all the time as a kid and had to sing it for a school play once. Love it.
The change from D flat to F is one of the most skillful common note modulations I’ve ever heard. As an organist of over 35 years I’ve regularly used common note in improvisation. Pedal point harmonic exercises can unearth some truly stunning chord progressions.
Gene's version of this song has always been one of my favorites as well. Hauntingly beautiful. The way his voice cracks makes it all the more sincere and charming.
They wrote so much wonderful theme music from Goldfinger to Sweet November (which Anthony sang and also starred in the film). They don't get nearly the credit they deserve.
Thanks for saying this, I dont remember him stating the composer's name ........... Leslie Bricusse is an outstanding composer . BTW, Over the Rainbow and Have your self a merry little Christmas aint bad either
One of the best ballads ever written. Other movie songs: ”Moon River," "Days of Wine and Roses,” ”Count Your Blessings Instead of Sheep,” "Mrs. Robinson.". And of course, "The Rainbow Connection." Of course, it's hard for me not to become a bawling mess at the latter. And dangit, someone just mentioned "Over the Rainbow."
My husband and I did an a duet arrangement of rainbow connection with really dissonant harmony that moves up against and away from each other in the same range (I’m a contralto). It was so beautiful that while we were arranging it we had to stop several times because our own harmony got us all choked up 😂
As much as I’ve appreciated (and even swooned a little) over Johnny Depp since the 90s, I absolutely concur. No one can ever match Gene Wilder, especially when it comes to Willy Wonka.
@@givemeahappyending same. I haven't brought myself to even watch the Johnny Depp version and I love his acting. I don't know that I've watched any of Wilder's other movies. I just know that this version was the Willy Wonka I grew up on.
I have both versions of the film, but Gene Wilder is and always will be Willy Wonka as far as I’m concerned. His performance of this song is beautiful!
Slightly reminiscent of some of Fred Astaire's singing in his wonderful musical films. Gentle musicality, full of innocent and tender emotion. What a joy to hear this again. E❤
@@pollymorphic500 I've always loved the Fred Aistaire musicals, and Gene Kelly's. Both masters of the art of looking as though they have both feet off the ground but don't appear to be in danger of falling. Always watch re-showings on tv. Happy Easter to all. Mch'24. UK. E♥️
I remember watching this movie when I was tiny and it was way past my bed time, and this song specifically moved me enough to the point where it creeped me out. It was new and strange and it tickled my brain just enough to make me feel like I was in the movie. I didn’t watch that movie again for a while haha
It is a pretty eerie movie, especially that boat scene. "Is the grizzly reaper moaning. Yes, the danger must be growing because the rowers keep on rowing."
@@jaebird3077Yeah, I watched it as a kid and thought, "Wow, what a fun heartfelt comedy!" (Also, this movie is where I learned how TV broadcasting works) Watching it as an adult, I realized that Wonka was a dangerous, fun, creepy, hilarious, child-hating, kid-friendly gent. A man of infinite complexity, well portrayed by Gene Wilder.
What makes it even more creepy is that everytime they move to another part of the factory there is only enough seats for the remaining parents and children. Meaning Wonka knew/intentionally tried to kill each kid
I played this song in my college jazz group so I'm well aware how amazing the chords are in this song. It's amazing how jazz can make crazy progressions sound good just by tension building and resolution.
LOVE this song. My Mom loves it, too. She used to sing it to me & play it on the piano when I was little. She’s a professional pianist. She said it always made her a little sad when she was a little girl watching the movie but she didn’t know why until she started studying professionally. When you hear it in commercials, the nostalgia is just so…moving.
I don’t understand a thing musically but this song has continued to move me and I’m almost 60. Isn’t that’s why music is created? I agree, it is truly one of the most beautiful songs!
👌🏾💯Right On! @davidhalley9795 I Agree with You, David!! I’m Almost 61, (and an old soul, as well ☺️)!! I’ve loved this song since I first saw Mr. Gene Wilder sing it when I saw, “Willie Wonka,” when I was 9 years old!!
When my son was a baby, I'd feed him a bottle at 9pm while mom got sleep to prep for the 12am feeding, and I played this song EVERY SINGLE NIGHT during that feeding. Those were rough months for sleeping, but this song has memories.
This song, “Candy Man”, “Rainbow Connection”, and “Somewhere Over the Rainbow” to me epitomize someone being caught between adulthood and childhood, the adult both celebrating childhood with its eternal optimism and mourning its loss.
to a tone deaf person, i have no idea what you just said, but you radiate so much passion and energy that i just sat smiling at my screen for 17 minutes
One of my favorite songs. Seeing you go through all the nuances of how the song works so well made me feel a deep sense of gratitude for sound/music. So thank you!
My vocal jazz group in college had an SSAATB version of this that took full advantage of all those deceptively intricate little progressions. Loved singing alto since we always got to do dueling half-steps with the tenors; this one took real dedication once the harmonics started rattling our eyeballs. Still one of my favorite songs.
@@underthecovers5503 Wilder died on August 29, 2016, at the age of 83, at home in Stamford, Connecticut, from complications of Alzheimer's disease. He had been diagnosed 3 years before his death but kept knowledge of his condition private. Wilder's nephew Jordan Walker-Pearlman said that this was done to not sadden fans of Willy Wonka & the Chocolate Factory. According to his family, Wilder died while listening to one of his favorite songs, a rendition of "Over the Rainbow" sung by Ella Fitzgerald.
This is a beautiful song. Whenever I hear it, it takes me to a different place of childhood. My favorite part is the beginning. This movie was and always will be magical. 💜
I don't play an instrument or even can read musical sheets. But you show me the beauty of harmonies, especially the game the composer plays with the expectations of the listener. Thank you
This song was written by Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley, who composed a number of great songs for musicals and film. The songs are mostly in the musical theater tradition, but also show the influence of jazz and classical composers like Debussy.
I'm sure Leslie Bricusse and Anthony Newley would be so happy to see a musician appreciating their work as deeply as you do here. Thank you for such a great in-depth breakdown of a great piece of music!
These chords are reminding me of something Vincent Guaraldi would write for some reason... the chromatic movements in each resolution, the weird 9th, 11th, and diminished voicings thrown all over the place... Gives me VERY strong "Christmas Time is Here" vibes. (which I think might be one of the most beautiful songs ever written for a Cartoon).
I know nothing about reading music so a lot of what he says flies right over my head, but the way this guy explains it and gives examples really makes me appreciate the melodies more
I used to be in a drum corps called Jersey Surf. In drum corps, every corps has a corps song, and this was our song. During my time, we actually performed this song in the 2012 show. On our final day, the age outs (there is a 21 year old age cap so they "age out") played this in our sleeping site as a wake up for everyone. Ever since, this has been a tradition for the corps to play. This song will always hold a special spot in my heart and am always proud of what i was a part of when i hear this song.
You bringing this up made me realize I can imagine exactly how a drum corps would play it - all brass instead of piano. I think I must have heard a drum corps, or more likely a marching band, play it at some point or else I wouldn't be able to think it so clearly.
OMFG OMFG THAT WAKE UP WAS SOOO FIRE I USED TO WATCH THAT VIDEO ALL THE TIME HOLY COW. BRO. Please understand lol I played trumpet for years. And watching that wake up video changed my appreciation for my horn. The video from 2017 I think.
Notice how the chord change from Ab7 to F major mirrors the lyrics - “will defy explanation” - the change works so well here because the lyrics inform the structure of the song!
I remember when the movie came out, how that song lifted me out of the story and made me feel the possibilities of imagination. Gene pulled off the communication intended by the song flawlessly.
This is a fantastic breakdown. I'm a guitarist, not a pianist - but I will be watching a lot more of these videos as they are so informative and applicable to guitar. The theoretical breakdowns are great. Thank you - subscribed!
I play guitar (self-taught), not piano. Sadly I am not musically educated or trained, so most of what Charles explains goes over my head. However, I do FEEL what he plays, and I understand and appreciate his love, feeling and appreciation of the chords and melodies in this song. Wonderful video! Bravo, Charles! (Excellent movie too!)
I have self taught myself music theory to the point that I understand what he's saying-- it is possible! don't tell yourself it's something only other people can do (I had some formal education from being in school bands & things, but they barely taught us harmony. just how to play scales & the basics of building like/ 3 chords. If I have an advantage over the average person it's likely not that, it's probably just that I'm very passionate about music & listen to a lot of it). The number 1 thing that helped me was thinking in terms of scale degrees when learning/writing songs (I.e. if I'm in C major & I play a C major chord, I'm conscious that's the 1 chord & I know that if I hit a minor chord a whole step up I'm on the 2 minor-- I don't even need to know what note I'm on, just its relative position to the root note). Even if that doesn't mean anything at first, you're still thinking in terms of music theory and training your ear to hear what going from the 1 to the 2 sounds like, instead of just what going from 'this' chord to 'that' chord sounds like, y'know? I don't know how to read sheet music on my guitar & it takes me 10 seconds to find C but I DO think in scale degrees & I think it's honestly easier (& more useful for me). It's not *easy*, it's still work, but it's very worth investing in IF you think music theory would help you do what you want to do on guitar. (ALSO oolimo's guitar chord analyzer is very useful, from a guitarist to a guitarist. If you feed it a chord it will tell you what chord it is & all the intervals that make it up--very awesome!)
You can always learn the theory, if you want. Having talent/natural ability is much more important. There are some people that have absolutely no sense of rhythm, and are tone deaf, which would be horrible.
Man. Your enthusiasm makes me wish I had kept up with piano lessons all those years ago. The pure joy and ease with which you handle a keyboard is a thing of beauty. I play just about well enough to entertain my cat.
Took 3 years of piano lessons as a kid. Pretty much hated every minute of it. Took time away from surfing and playing ball. Don't know a thing about music. But I watched the entire 17 minutes of your video. You, sir, are a natural teacher. Your enthusiasm is infectious, and I feel like I learned more in 17 minutes than in all the years of piano and music classes in high school and college. Subscribed!
I've never been able to listen to this song without tears coming ❤ It's everything about it, from the chords to the words to Gene's beautiful delivery - all perfect.
