Gymnopédie on Guitar: A Decade of Musical Progress!
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In this video, I play Gymnopédie #1 for the first time on recording in 10 years. Which version did you prefer?
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Your humble self reflection and fearless honesty reveal your true wisdom, brother 🙏
So bro, I thought it was really cool from the first time I saw it but I'm an amateur, but I think the older video can still inspire others to like classical music and guitar more like me for example, maybe a good idea would be for you to leave it linked to the old video its most recent interpretation, so whoever opens the old video at the end clicks on the recent one and sees its musical evolution. Another idea would also be to create a folder just for old videos that they consider that way, like Essays of the Past or Experiences of the Past. You are the man, congratulations for what you do and the inspirations you leave behind.
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Even though you dislike that old video I enjoy it all the time. It's very relaxing and peaceful. So please don't take it down.
Everybody is their own worst critic.
@@AnthonySmith-sc4zsOr best critic
True. It is amazing
I prefer this new one. But Leon S. Kennedy playing Gymnopedie is still a sight to behold!
EDIT: Grats on 500k subscribers!
Lol the resemblance is insane. Like even the lighting is RE4 lighting
LMAO that's the first thing I thought too
this should be the top comment
Def Leon!
Leon playing Minecraft music is a good vid
Can you maybe upload the new version as a standalone? It's a beautiful version, I'd love to listen to it from time to time.
I plan to :) Thank you!
Yesss
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@@brandonackerstill waiting 😁
still waiting
Both versions have their own charm. The first video is filled with the enthusiasm of youth. I don't mind the speeding up and slowing down. It was your honest interpretation at that stage of your life. The 2nd version is filled with your fully matured musical self. The small, emotional imperfections of the first attempt have been replaced with the small, purposefully selected imperfections that deepen the emotion of this piece.
This is really why so many people have performed and recorded this specific Satie piece. It is so slowly paced that it allows the musician to take their time and fully explore their inner emotions through the instrument. It gives the player and listener time to ponder.
🤗💯🎯👏👏👏👏 Agreed.
This is a beautiful description
It's not about the music. It's about the LEON VIBE
This was sooo wholesome! I also find it hard to listen to and appreciate my old recordings, and I loved the idea how you approached it from the perspective of improvment and that it's natural that we are all just moving forward. Every step is an important stage that led us to be wherever we are now. :)
his new guitar is wayyyyy better too
Thank you, Beatrix!
This the most honest and modestly presented self critique I personally have ever witnessed anywhere. With my eyes closed I can hear and feel the differences in the presentations of the piece. Both are beautiful.
Same, but with my new recordings also 😂😢
Brandon, there is a reason why so many people enjoyed your version from 10 years ago - it's already beautiful! I'm impressed by the level of detail a musician analyzes their playing at your level. I'm happy enough if I hit my notes on rhythm
You’re just being nice, there is no denying how much better this version is compared to the one 10 years ago.
@@sk8ermGs Its not being nice, not everybody has an ear that can hear the difference.
I think you’re right tho, I believe once a musician reaches a certain level/depth of their instrument (in this case the 10 years seniority), you hear nuances that a listener like myself wouldn’t necessarily pick up on immediately.
The vampire never ages, he only becomes more experienced with time.
I'm 56. I should be declining in my technique at this age but I'm not. in fact its improving. Brandon, its amazing how time flies, every moment is precious. my journey was like yours. I started as a fingerstyle country-blues guy, then a shredder, then became classical guitarist and loved that with all my heart. it took me till 30 to realize how much more I love the cello I cant imagine not playing it now, and have reached an advanced level on that. the pieces I played on guitar were cello repertoire. Now I am taking guitar repertoire to the cello.
I prefer the new recording. It shows much more mature understanding and respect for the themes. Beautiful.
I found Satie`s Gymnopedie album in the University of Detroit Library in 1978. I wasn`t doing well in school.
I took it back to my dorm room and listened to it as I once again attempted to study. It helped me tremendously. I did well in my studies after that. I love this music.
We must never be ashamed of how we were ten years ago. If anything, we should be ashamed if today we were the same as we were ten years ago.
Congratulations on your progress, your musicality, instrumental quality and sympathy.
(and thanks for the curious Shakespeare quote, I didn't know it)
Silence, pauses, negative space are so important in music IMO and I think you really gave them the room they deserve in this version.
you play a lot calmer, relaxed and with a lot more control now, can feel it instantly. Feels a lot softer, smoother and sweeter.
This is very insightful and shows that learning is a lifelong process. Shows the value in recording your playing, as classical guitarists, or musicians in general, we must reflect on our journey just as you do! :)
One of my top youtubers revisiting one of my favorite pieces? Yes, thank you
Gymnopedie no.1 right, that video is big inspiration for me to learn and play classical music
that harmonic at 14:53 gave me goosebumps! i have always loved your original interpretation and can't believe the level you are able to elevate it even more! the musical mount Everest is truly never summited.
best year of my life
I noticed that harmonic too - silvery
The worst critic of a player is themselves. I've never heard the first rendition but this ome is great. I enjoy your videos keep them coming 🙏
It's beautiful to watch that you build yourself through experience and persistence. Gorgeous performance Brandon . Thank you for inspiring me.
I think one thing you didn’t mention that has gotten much better is your tone! Not just is it deeper, and fuller, but much more even, which makes the phrases cohere much better!
Great playing👍
That old video is a classic and one that I've returned to countless times! That being said, it's so cool and interesting seeing your perspective change as you look back at your old work through the lenses of the progress you've made. Never stop making music Brandon!
great video and i just want to thank you for doing all that you do. started learning classical on my own about 3 years ago, also being strictly a rock guitarist beforehand and this channel has been a big part of that journey. there are countless things i've picked up over time here, and a lot of the things you say have echoed in my head as i practice. you have not only became a great player, but teacher as well.
the breakdown of imagery and feeling was so well done. your honesty and generosity shine brightly in this video, brandon (always the case with your work tbh). what a beautiful soul you have
I’m so glad you did this video. I’m still a beginner student so seeing what and how you would improve a piece is very educational. Also inspiring to see where one can go in 10 years.
Thank you for these candid breakdowns and insights. It’s very brave and says a lot about your character. Your dedication helps so much with understanding what’s important beyond the techniques.
You’ve improved my playing so much with small tips you’ve mentioned in your videos over the years. I appreciate it!
Your clarity and volume variability even within the chords is inspiring
This is a gift to humankind. Keep creating. Thank you.
4:40 I absolutely love this ebb and flow imagery of waves in your explanation here! Whenever making music I sometimes like to have a sort of picture or scenario in my mind's eye, to give that sort of context and personal immersion in the music. Really helps put pieces into perspective, and make it much more obvious as to why some parts were written a certain way. Beautiful explanation.
This piece definetly deserves it's modern popularity. It's so beautiful. Performance is an art in and of itself, classical pieces are nothing without a great player to interpret them. You do this music justice.
First of all, thank you for bringing me back to classical music, particularly guitar. I have been blessed with a father who has always appreciated the beauty in all kinds of music. Despite my own personal preferences throughout life, as a child, I would wake up on a random Saturday morning to my father passively listening to his, yes, Segovia albums. It has been perhaps 35 to 40 years since I have taken time to listen to classical guitar to any extent. Magically, I ran into your videos. And I have been entranced in all of your content. I'm grateful for it because it has brought me a peace and solace that I've been looking for for a long time. Your love and respect for this medium is genuine and quite apparent. I love learning how you came to it. As far as this video goes, I would like to say that in this day and age for a person to ponder, critique, and actually honestly look at one's own past Is incredibly refreshing and beautiful. Most of TH-cam is others critiquing, and sadly commenting on what others do, as what seems to be the trend in general in our society. Both pieces are incredible in their own regard. What I find incredible about this video is you having enough respect for the art to look back and see, not necessarily how to make it better, but to truly delve into where you stand today and how you can make it better for you. Thank you for the effort you've taken to bring this to people who are looking for a way to appreciate the things that are truly important in life.
The old version was the first video I watched on your channel and I was completely in love 😅
And I still really love the old one, even if you broke the tempo, it's still beautiful, touching and genuine!
I absolutely love the attention you gave to the ostinato in this video, the little back and forth and the subtle changes to the inner voicings have always been my favorite part of the song.
It was one of the first songs I ever learned on piano and I would just sit and play the ostinato over and over and over because it felt so free and beautiful. Love Satie and love this rendition! Cheers
Besides all obvious positives, the playing, analysis, comparison with older version etc., that guitar is Incredible!! I would like to hear it live. It sounds so rich and perfectly articulating!! Love it.
Your rendition on the guitar of this timeless piece is truly captivating! For some inexplicable reason, many performances of the Gymnopedies seem to diminish their inherent beauty and magic. All too frequently, performers either hasten through the piece or play it with an unwavering, mechanical precision, devoid of emotion or nuance. However, your interpretation brought out the dynamics and fluidity that I believe the piece demands. To my ears, Khatia Buniatishvili's rendition of Gymnopedie no.1 remains one of the most sublime piano performances, and your guitar version is right up there with it. Well done!
the part I noticed more was the improved use and control of your dynamics. The quiet notes sounded so clear yet clearly controlled and low volume
Your original version is the song that convinced me to get into classical guitar and is probably one of my most viewed videos on TH-cam lol since I'm currently learning this song hearing you critique your original piece with new insight and improve on it is super cool!
the insight, the passion is all so sweet to me.
cant wait for the update
Wonderful insights into the playing of this beautiful piece in particular and into the evolution of our playing in general. Thank you!
What a thoughtful response to an old video. And it's such a beautiful piece as well.
And yes, I enjoyed the new version more
Both of them are great and have a certain personality. I love this. The PASSION you have. I freaking love it dude.
Rushed tears into my eyes. Beautiful.
Great video, and so authentic, the second shows your progression and maturity, and all the practice and thought,👏👏👏👏👏
Thank you so very much for this update. I've listened to and loved your old version countless times.
The sheer skill added now and the delicacy added is so good. Thank you!
very insightful! Loved the way you analyzed your old recording. While your older video wasn't bad at all you definitely improved a lot.
keep it up :)!
That video was how I discovered your channel. I was in a bit of a funk and it inspired me to pick up a guitar again. Im still learning so it's interesting to see how you've evolved over the years. Both sound great imo. Thanks for sharing.
When I first saw the old video, I was impressed with the interpretation and execution. The whole thing was rather striking with the guitar being held on a strap and played so artfully. But, listening and watching you critique yourself, then perform again was very moving. I started early playing rock, then singer/songwriter folk, and finally classical in my 30's. I still play a little bit of everything but nothing at the level to which you have climbed. Even so, I can definitely tell you that you will continue to grow and change. At 72, my playing is much different than at 35. But it is all still in pursuit of translating emotion to sound, yes? And Brandon, you do that exquisitely! I loved the first video. But I truly love the current playing. Thank you!!!
That was one of the first videos of yours that I saw, I love it. But I also enjoy watching you progress over the years!
After listening to your critiqued comparison of yourself between today and 10 years ago, I absolutely love both of them!
Here are my thoughts. Asking me to choose a favorite between the two performances is sort of like comparing children from the same parents. Although they're unique individuals with different personalities, they still share the same parents. And so this is how I truly feel about each piece you've presented in this video. They're both lovely creations from your heart. One is just more mature than the other. It's incredibly beautiful to me to see & hear the differences between them. What I did notice about today's rendition is it flowed a little more like rain gently falling from the sky into a quiet pond on a warm summer evening. The way each measure entered into the next one was like ripples blending into each other effortlessly from every drop of rain or like a conversation amongst notes that gradually joined together to form intriguing harmonic chords while the melody swirled & rolled around each other. Brilliant.
Thank you & your lovely bride so much for keeping the old video up & allowing your viewers to see & listen to your improvements and growth. Pray you & all of your household to have excellent health and increased success for your channel. Have a lovely evening. 😊🎼🎵🎶🎸
Both versions [are] beautiful. And [life] is a journey. [You definitely have a gift of music]. Beautiful.
Thank you Brandon! Your videos are informative and fun! Thanks!
"You are your own worst critic". The first time I watched that video it really caused deep emotions in me, your playing and the harmonics really made me see classical different, and while you contiously mentioning the stuff you don't like and correcting it musically, which I agree on, it still doesn't invalidate the feeling millions of people get unconsciously when listening to that video, because they just do, because you can't really justify what people find beautiful and what they shouldn't. Just like you mention at the end, it depends on personal factors that you don't even know about what you like and what you don't. Sometimes people just see this as a simple piece and like it being played simple and not too overthought musically, it can be the opposite way around, but this all changes and is up to every individual and thats what makes music beautiful :) great video Brandon, really made me reflect.
Man, this is aspirational. Just the self assessment and honest expression of where you are now vs your past. So few people would be willing to face their past and to be so judgmental. But I know it’s done in the interest of progress, and that’s so so so moving to me. To do it so publicly honestly feels like a work of art to me in a way. It’s moving me to want to look at myself in a similar critical way to move forward and progress.
I’m 37 years old and learning guitar. My mother taught music for almost 40 years and I regret so much in that time frame. I wish I had taken on more artistic pursuits. I’m working hard to learn happy birthday in a simple finger style for my son’s first birthday in a couple weeks. I just want to do right by him and inspire him to pursue more artistically. I can’t make up for lost time, but I hope I can do enough to be happy and find piece.
Holy moly. I don't know much about music theory or how to play guitar, but after seeing your first gymneopodie video about a year ago, it inspired me to learn the piece. I've been working on it here and there, and I've got to say, this new version you've released is hands down EXACTLY the vibe I've been so eagerly trying to bring to life. When you resolve that first section with those high notes, it felt like cracking an egg of joy open. I dont know how else to describe it. Thats how i felt. It was so slow but so calculated, and so mmmmmf, GOOD. It fucking hit me to my core and stopped me in my tracks. This new rendition is hands down utterly beautiful. I'll be revisiting this a lot in the future. You killed it. Thank you.
Great video.... enjoyed watching your musicianship grow with time and experience, Brandon. Loved witnessing the development of the artist!
Amazing!!! Your attention to detail is incredible and I love your strive for mastery. If I could play like you from 10 years ago, I’d be playing it the same way over and over just to brag to everyone. Yet you never got complacent and kept improving your craft and its just plain awesome to see. Super inspirational
Mark your calendars for the next update in 2033!!
You play beautifully, man. Watching yourself is always cringe-worthy, especially a different self from time long gone by. I'm shuddering just thinking about various video tapes that I think I'd rather didn't exist from way back when. And I'm still trash! Lovely, thanks for sharing. And having the courage to reshare. X
AMAZING explanations and metaphors for how you interpret this piece. I love that "watching the water" metaphor. It sent shivers down my body.
Your first version inspired me to learn this piece. I've been working on it for more than a year and I'm happy with my progress but want to continue to improve. Your analysis of the original was extremely helpful.... Thank you!!!
What a stunning display of growth -- not only in your playing, but in the way you reflect on your life. This was so very inspiring. Thank you for having the courage to revisit this even though you find it cringy today. 😂 I will be coming back to this for sure. Please do this again 10 years from now!
What an excellent analysis showing all the details and beauty hidden in this masterpiece…
Great video! Bravo for posting on TH-cam for over 10 years, that is also something to be celebrated.
Such an amazing artist .. Great progress
Love your new arrangement!
This was a great video. I like both videos. The new one sounds fuller to me - like you said where your brought out the back-ground notes more. Excellent.
I didn't realize this piece had such a hypnotic effect until you pointed it out and portrayed it so well in the second edition. I love the philosophy at the end of this video on the art of interpretation. As a beginner in guitar, I have a tendency to want to learn as much as I can as quickly as possible and to learn songs to have a repertoire going (hopefully a common response for beginners. lol) but the ending really brought to heart on why I'm doing what I'm doing; to play the pieces that have moved me the most and play them as beautifully as I can in that moment. Thank you for showing your progress in this video and inspiring me to go about my journey with my future pieces in a deeper, heartfelt way.
that video made me want to learn this song and I did! because of you posting that video. Thank you for making an even better version of it!
Today's version is fantastic!!! The old one is good too, but the new one is significantly better. Mainly in the praising of the melody, your pacing and dynamics are much better now. The music comes through with clarity and beauty. Thank you!
Just started learning this mesmerizing piece🎶🤗
I like the new version very much. Thank you for sharing 😊
I really love the first one. I discovered you with that one but man, this refreshing interpretation is outstanding. Just beautiful, I really learn a lot with you. Thx for the wonderful music!
So wonderful.
I am new to your channel and while I don't play an instrument anymore (I stopped playing/learning the accordion in 2001 and switched to singing .. bit of a shame now, I'll admit), I completely get what you're saying in terms of being new to classical music, at some point, and just singing/playing notes and chords, without realizing what they mean. So in terms of this, your new version does the music a LOT more justice, even though I still really like your first version, too.
One thing, that makes your new version much better, in my mind, is the added softness to the sound you seem to be getting from not playing with your fingernails.
Also: It's a marvel to see you describe and explain music as tenderly and lovingly as you do and it fits this particular piece so perfectly, as it itself is so gentle and fragile. You do that justice without even playing it, but when you do.. Oh boy.
I think that you understand the music on a different level. I didn't have any complaints about your video from ten years ago, I listen to it regularly and I hear and see your improvements.. I like them both but the new version is an improvement. Thanks for sharing your music.
Fascinating video. I do prefer this version but have enjoyed the old one many times as this is one of my favorite pieces. I can honestly say your performances of classical pieces are the best I know of on any instrument. You have a very advanced intuitive understanding of the emotions involved in different types of pieces and communicate that smoothly. Really interesting to hear your insights on this piece, thanks Brandon for another excellent video
Very intriguing. I really like your style and teacning method. Thanks....
One of the best guitar channels !... so good !
such a beautiful piece!
New version is so smooth and subtle. It’s clear your dynamic control has improved tremendously. The original sounds brash, loud and quiet but in a disjointed way. As a pleb, this is what stands out to me.
Love your playing as always
I will going to support you on every 10 years in future, Mr. Acker. Greetings for Hong Kong😊
just getting into classical guitar and your videos have been helping me improve leaps and bounds. thank you.
OMG BRANDONNNNNNNN I was offline all weekend for a convention and completely missed this!!! I feel so much more motivated to keep learning this piece now! I remember you saying how much differently you'd play it now as opposed to then and even from the little bit I had heard you play prior the difference was insane to me. Genuinely seeing your growth and getting a little look into how you translated the piece and made it your own is incredible. I hope to be able to keep developing those skills as I know it's one of my biggest weaknesses right now. I have a tendency to get so caught up in playing the right notes that I focus less on how to play it. This video reminded me that it's not about playing it exactly as written but that there can be some creative freedom as well! Also, I'm sure you know I'm gonna say it, but remember how I said there was that one specific measure that I really liked? Now that you've extended that to the first few measures, something I never even thought of doing, I want to experiment with it now since that always struck me right in the feels because the chord is just so oddly unique! Thank you for re-recording this!
Such a great learning lesson!
I prefer the new version much over the old one both in watching and listening. As you said the old version displays a lot of show whereas the recent one carries natural expression. Now you are intimately connected to the tune and pull out great detail in rhythm, loudness and tempo which all three are much varied. Now you can play every single note with expression, you vary space between notes and play from loud and rough to calm and smooth which makes all the difference between good and exceptional.
Thank you so much!!!
Hi Brandon, it's a great pleasure to hear how much you've developed as a guitarist and musician in only 10 years. I'm a metal guitarist and always learn a lot from watching your videos. Thank you for the fantastic service you provide . The new version really tugs at my heart strings, and it was not until you mentioned all the areas on which you could improve that I picked up on them.
I feel inspired to put all my might into guitar playing when I hear your passion for music! :)
This is such a great video for so many reasons and I would like to see other musicians do this. It is interesting to see a musician with an obvious command of the instrument still trying to improve, especially with regards to expressiveness and trying to understand the original composer’s motivation. It is also interesting how more maturity can positively affect your approach. I loved this video!
Congrats on 500.000 subs!
Really beautiful evolution. I'm only a listener and not much of a player, but I still hear you speeding up during the melody, most noticeably during the pinch harmonics.
Please make more videos ❤ just keep doing what you do .
I always learn such a lot about music from your videos. I liked both versions.
You're a perfectionist. Gift and a curse. And you have the talent to back it up. Most of us just see a great guitar player who continues to hone his craft.
Fascinating. One artist, one piece, one performer, but two decidedly different performances.
Both delightful. Many of your introspective critiques are both fair and illustrative of your growth.
Your increased attention to emotional intent, rhythm, dynamics and phrasing added a lot to this more recent performance.
The quiet and serene tone thinly veiled a somber disquietude, like a frail gauze draped over a pensive bronze statue, and animated by the slightest ethereal breeze.
Better and better, as ever. Play on good sir, play on.
Beautiful and insightful
Easily my favorite guitar rendition of this piece, great work and great video
That was a beautiful rendition of one of my favorite pieces. Excellent work! Although I don’t mind the first rendition the second one was incredible.
So beautiful and peaceful, I almost fell asleep.
Super loved it! ❤
I watched both videos, first this one and then the old one. Your technique is incredible in both and even better in the new version. But your old version moved me emotionally much more. I believe that this has to do with intention. In any case, I bow my head to your mastery! Absolutely beautiful!