I've had a chance to talk to Andrew after the concert in SC Kentucky, man he's a nice guy. He was eager to answer anything I asked him. Needles to say audience absolutely loved him. What a great showman. Hi played the same guitar as in this clip and live sounds much warmer. He can really play.
I've been studying classical guitar for about a year now, and watching this cat execute such a beautiful piece only inspires me to practice harder and keep it up so one day I get to play like him.
An interesting about Leonard's performance is that he doesn't seem so enthralled by the notion of playing this section of the piece as fast as he can, but rather focusing on dynamics as well as the notes and technique, but then he absolutely slays it when he speeds up.
Hi Sean! Just tried to contact you and realized I don't have a valid email address. If you have a moment contact me through my website. I'd love to catch up.
Andrew, I came across this video after seeing your courses on Truefire. I'm really enjoying them so far and happy to see the Arpeggio Power Play courses added. I still have to stop by and watch this now and then to remind myself how awesome a classical guitar can sound.
Hi Zachary! Great to hear from you. Thank you very much for the compliments on my playing and TrueFire Courses. If you have any specific questions etc, I'd be happy to connect. Contact me through my website: www.andrew-leonard.com
sorry to be offtopic but does anyone know a trick to log back into an instagram account..? I was dumb forgot my password. I would appreciate any tips you can offer me!
@Conor Weston I really appreciate your reply. I got to the site through google and Im in the hacking process atm. I see it takes quite some time so I will reply here later with my results.
the piece can be tuned one of the two ways shown below. If the 6th string is tuned to D, the piece is in D minor, if it is tuned to C#, the piece is in C# minor. Domeniconi wrote the piece in C# minor. The piece does not sound in C major but it is READ as though it is in C major in the sheet music because there are no sharps/flats. This tuning method is called "scordatura"
This song struck a chord with me. It is beautiful and this version is one of the finest I've found, with the Lijie and John Williams. Please put more Leonard on youtube if possible. Gracias
Amazing, just getting back into guitar eight years ago you were my teacher back when u taught at the church definitely inspiring to watch you play this song
Oh, that was a fabulous concert that night! I've told so many friends about how amazing your playing is, and here I have a great example to share with them. I'm so glad you had it videoed! So funny, I think I can hear myself coughing in the background...
Andrew My Friend, Your skills are exquisite. I can't thank you enough for your wonderful presence and participation and your beautiful music at my recent PhotoReading Seminar in Boston. You are a gift. I'll see about bringing you in to teach my students at my PhotoReading camp in the Bahamas in 2010! Love and Admiration from your Pal, Millicent St. Claire!
Thanks Chris! Yes, it is challenging. I spent a lot of time practicing each passage over and over slower and then faster. At the same time, I was thinking about the musical ideas especially the pacing of sound and speed. Thanks again for your comment and if you have moment - consider subscribing to my channel.
@Akibeel369 He doesnt begin with the same intensity because he is creating more artistic expression by building up the intensity. He has a personal artistic view of this music that he brilliantly communicates during this performance. His purpose is not to demonstrate mechanical virtuosity by playing fast notes, but his purpose is to create and communicate a powerful artistic message. Those listeners who have a good deal of artistic sensibility will get the message; you obviously don't.
Moving the sound hole up provides top the guitar with a larger area of resonance, which makes it louder. The two sound hole design is really an aesthetic choice, though I'm sure there are construction differences. The luthier, Alan Chapman, also makes guitars with a single sound hole moved up neck to the fretboard, on either side of the instrument.
For those interested in learning to play classical guitar: Here is a link to my brand new online course at TrueFire. It is for beginners or those who want to add classical guitar to their guitar studies. Intermediate and advanced material is coming soon. truefire.com/classical-guitar-lessons/beginner-method/c1284?
Fantastic performance....And that guitar's design with the 2 openings probably allows the guitarist to hear what he is playing better...It reminds of the bent trumpet of Dizzy Gillespie. He bent it so he could hear his playing better as well.
Hi Akshay! Thanks for the compliment and for following the link from TrueFire! Both are appreciated. If you want to contact me through my website or TrueFire, I can give you some suggestions. I have been considering doing something here or on TrueFire (or TH-cam) that focuses on learning this piece.
no, actually the theory behind those soundholes is that the guitar will be louder, able to project sound better... Partly because the guitarist's hand isn't in the way of the soundhole
@felixzadori And who asks you?? You can´t know what i´m thinking or what i hear in this performance, I only wanted to know his especific reason of why he did it that way. I never said it was wrong or even I didn´t like it, if you can´t read a simple sentence how can you understand music??
technique good... but where's the passion. Li Jie's interpretation is more profound and deep. And speaking of depth listen it from the Domenico himself, he is not concerned about the technique at all but full of passion and emotions...
He's got a very good handle on the intensity, but I really feel that he's missed the beauty in it. Just as one defending a lover, there still needs to be beauty and passion in the sound. I listened before watching and I just don't hear it. The whole reason Carlo put the first 3 movements is to show the love. This version just feels like a gritty war scene where everyone is depressed and muddy. Kinda misses the depth for me. Technically nice though.
The best version out there period
Clean!
Played by this player on this guitar, the piece sound almost synthesized. Wow, the effect is phenomenal.
Cheers.
Andrew is one of the most intensely focused guitarists performing today. His concerts are enthralling. His students excel. He's a true artist.
Thanks Thomas! Greatly appreciated.
I've had a chance to talk to Andrew after the concert in SC Kentucky, man he's a nice guy. He was eager to answer anything I asked him. Needles to say audience absolutely loved him. What a great showman. Hi played the same guitar as in this clip and live sounds much warmer. He can really play.
I've been studying classical guitar for about a year now, and watching this cat execute such a beautiful piece only inspires me to practice harder and keep it up so one day I get to play like him.
Bad ass. Heard Andrew play about a year ago in Pasco, WA. Great player and great teacher.
I took a class at National Guitar Workshop taught by the man himself....All I can say is GENIUS!!!!!!!!!
An interesting about Leonard's performance is that he doesn't seem so enthralled by the notion of playing this section of the piece as fast as he can, but rather focusing on dynamics as well as the notes and technique, but then he absolutely slays it when he speeds up.
I was there and it was incredible. The audience had their jaws open wide when he nailed it.
Hi Sean! Thanks for the compliment-great to hear from you
Hi Sean! Just tried to contact you and realized I don't have a valid email address. If you have a moment contact me through my website. I'd love to catch up.
Andrew, I came across this video after seeing your courses on Truefire. I'm really enjoying them so far and happy to see the Arpeggio Power Play courses added. I still have to stop by and watch this now and then to remind myself how awesome a classical guitar can sound.
Hi Zachary! Great to hear from you. Thank you very much for the compliments on my playing and TrueFire Courses. If you have any specific questions etc, I'd be happy to connect. Contact me through my website: www.andrew-leonard.com
This is simply stunning. I think I have a new favorite piece to listen to.
This so wonderful! Love it.
Thanks!
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I was dumb forgot my password. I would appreciate any tips you can offer me!
@Max Mario Instablaster :)
@Conor Weston I really appreciate your reply. I got to the site through google and Im in the hacking process atm.
I see it takes quite some time so I will reply here later with my results.
@Conor Weston it worked and I actually got access to my account again. I am so happy!
Thank you so much you saved my ass :D
ABSOLUTELY amazing!!!! Stunning job!!!!!
Thanks!!
What a joy to watch and hear! I need to go practice now!
insane performance. Flawless, we can hear each notes. Good job.
Thanks for the comment! Glad you enjoyed my performance.
the piece can be tuned one of the two ways shown below. If the 6th string is tuned to D, the piece is in D minor, if it is tuned to C#, the piece is in C# minor. Domeniconi wrote the piece in C# minor. The piece does not sound in C major but it is READ as though it is in C major in the sheet music because there are no sharps/flats. This tuning method is called "scordatura"
he's the greatest teacher. He thought my older brother and my current teacher. Amazing.
Thanks for the compliment! Who is your brother (and teacher)?
Andrew Leonard
Teacher: Matt Cook
Brother: Logan Curtis
Wow! Say hi to everyone for me-including your parents!
OK!
So into it... What an incredible musician
This song struck a chord with me. It is beautiful and this version is one of the finest I've found, with the Lijie and John Williams. Please put more Leonard on youtube if possible.
Gracias
I just met Leonard today at a benefit concert and I have to say he was just amazing and it was so cool that I got to
play on the same stage as him
Great meeting you! Sorry I was not able to hear your performance but you sounded great while rehearsing.
Exquisite musicianship. A Master Student and an Excellent Teacher as well. Keep it up Andrew!
Millicent St. Claire
I remember being there and it was the most metal classical guitar performance of all time.
Thanks for the compliment! It was a fun concert.
Amazing, just getting back into guitar eight years ago you were my teacher back when u taught at the church definitely inspiring to watch you play this song
Thanks for the comment! Church in KY? Send me a message here or through my website. It would be fun to reconnect.
Andrew Leonard yes the church in Versailles Kentucky,Tyler west is my father, we used to go there every Wednesday, are you still teaching?
Your Interpretation of this piece is the one i like most :-)
Great
Oh, that was a fabulous concert that night! I've told so many friends about how amazing your playing is, and here I have a great example to share with them. I'm so glad you had it videoed! So funny, I think I can hear myself coughing in the background...
Sound's great!!!
Andrew My Friend,
Your skills are exquisite.
I can't thank you enough for your wonderful presence and participation and your beautiful music at my recent PhotoReading Seminar in Boston. You are a gift. I'll see about bringing you in to teach my students at my PhotoReading camp in the Bahamas in 2010!
Love and Admiration from your Pal,
Millicent St. Claire!
Awesome perforance. Sounds like a very challenging piece!
Thanks Chris! Yes, it is challenging. I spent a lot of time practicing each passage over and over slower and then faster. At the same time, I was thinking about the musical ideas especially the pacing of sound and speed. Thanks again for your comment and if you have moment - consider subscribing to my channel.
I really like this interpretation!
YIKES - that's incredible!!! I want to be like you when I grow up :)
Phenomenal job
loved that!
beautiful
Very nice job!
@MrFlyingPanda Presto refers to the speed. Each movement is played a bit faster. Presto means 'very fast'. The previous movements are slower.
Grandioso!
A nice piece.. Excellent musician .. Really want to learn koyunbaba.. It's a Turkish piece since the translation is Sheep herder..
Good job !!
@Akibeel369 He doesnt begin with the same intensity because he is creating more artistic expression by building up the intensity. He has a personal artistic view of this music that he brilliantly communicates during this performance. His purpose is not to demonstrate mechanical virtuosity by playing fast notes, but his purpose is to create and communicate a powerful artistic message. Those listeners who have a good deal of artistic sensibility will get the message; you obviously don't.
fantastic
awsome!
God bless you
Thanks!
Nice!
Thanks!
Moving the sound hole up provides top the guitar with a larger area of resonance, which makes it louder. The two sound hole design is really an aesthetic choice, though I'm sure there are construction differences. The luthier, Alan Chapman, also makes guitars with a single sound hole moved up neck to the fretboard, on either side of the instrument.
Wow! the twist in 1:50 just blew my mind!
Bravo!
Thank you!
Dear camera person, Please zoom out so we can see the right hand technique next time. Thanks
Awesome performance, one of the best for this piece...
For those interested in learning to play classical guitar: Here is a link to my brand new online course at TrueFire. It is for beginners or those who want to add classical guitar to their guitar studies. Intermediate and advanced material is coming soon. truefire.com/classical-guitar-lessons/beginner-method/c1284?
@MrFlyingPanda @MrFlyingPanda Presto is the last part on the song that contains 4 part. 1.Moderato 2. Mosso 3. Cantabile et 4. Presto
great!!
awesome
Fantastic performance....And that guitar's design with the 2 openings probably allows the guitarist to hear what he is playing better...It reminds of the bent trumpet of Dizzy Gillespie. He bent it so he could hear his playing better as well.
Wow, gtrvid, do you have more soloist instrumental videos? Thanks for sharing.
sei eccezionale bravissimo
2020 ! Here!
It can be in either open D minor or open C# minor.
Holy shit, that was cool.
Thanks!
Andrew Leonard I can't wait to find a free moment to take your TruFire course. It looks legit
Great! If you do purchase it, let me know. I am happy to help get you started. TrueFire link is above
awesome 5*
Holy hell man, when did you grow an extra set of fingers?
Hes my guitar teacher I see him every thursday
lol :)
Amazing performance- got this link from Truefire- how does someone go about learning this piece? Thanks
Hi Akshay! Thanks for the compliment and for following the link from TrueFire! Both are appreciated. If you want to contact me through my website or TrueFire, I can give you some suggestions. I have been considering doing something here or on TrueFire (or TH-cam) that focuses on learning this piece.
Does anyone know who makes his guitar? It sounds good and looks interesting!
does anyone have the tabs 4 this ?
pure art.
Actually my book says it should be:
1st String E => E
2nd String B => C#
3rd String G => G#
4th String D => C#
5th String A => G#
6th String E => C#
4:15 onwards is...just...
Leonard
no, actually the theory behind those soundholes is that the guitar will be louder, able to project sound better... Partly because the guitarist's hand isn't in the way of the soundhole
presto means the second half part??? where are the 7 min remaining
this part evokes me wild horses which are running in meadows.
The dude that sneezed probably got his ass kicked :P
You don't want tabs! You want the real deal. :)
@felixzadori And who asks you?? You can´t know what i´m thinking or what i hear in this performance, I only wanted to know his especific reason of why he did it that way. I never said it was wrong or even I didn´t like it, if you can´t read a simple sentence how can you understand music??
It's in C
Logan C. And Matt Cook
Logan and Matt Cook
Be thee knighted...
oh wow. i cant play it THAT well...
technique good... but where's the passion. Li Jie's interpretation is more profound and deep. And speaking of depth listen it from the Domenico himself, he is not concerned about the technique at all but full of passion and emotions...
@Rottmad
No he didn't, your ear is horrible.
He's got a very good handle on the intensity, but I really feel that he's missed the beauty in it.
Just as one defending a lover, there still needs to be beauty and passion in the sound.
I listened before watching and I just don't hear it.
The whole reason Carlo put the first 3 movements is to show the love. This version just feels like a gritty war scene where everyone is depressed and muddy.
Kinda misses the depth for me.
Technically nice though.
@ nickeale.. 1.U must be blind 2. ur deafferentated. 3. To constantly compare guitarists of such magnitude and grace is the work of clowns.