Song Meaning of “The Trick Bag (take 6, alternate) – Alternate Take” by Wes Montgomery

Song Details

• Album Release Date: 2010-01-01
• Album Name: Boss Guitar [Original Jazz Classics Remasters] (OJC Remaster)

Song Meaning (Interpretation) of “The Trick Bag (take 6, alternate) – Alternate Take” by Wes Montgomery

This take on the classic Wes Montgomery tune, “The Trick Bag”, captures the dexterity and wizardry of his jazz guitar runs to create a unique and intricate jazz blend. The piece begins with a steady rhythm of finger-picked notes that soon work their way into the faster tempo before Wes Montgomery’s improvisational flourishes take control of the track. The main theme of the song features an interplay between Wes Montgomery’s intricate melody lines and the tight, yet fluid, accompaniment of his band. As the piece quickly progresses, Montgomery’s playing builds in complexity before gradually becoming more subdued in order to allow the other musicians to take the spotlight as the track moves forward. It isn’t until the bridge that Montgomery truly gets to shine as he takes advantage of the alternate take to put his own unique spin on the solo. Here, his guitar screams with emotion, as he displays the full mastery of his craft. The piece eventually comes to a close with a re-emphasized version of the initial theme, tying together the various strands of the song in an appealing way.