Beethoven - Symphony no. 7 (2nd movement, allegretto) arranged for two guitars
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 24 ม.ค. 2020
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Drew Henderson and Michael Kolk, guitars.
Guitars by Martin Blackwell.
Here is a great arrangement of one of Beethoven's most beloved pieces. It actually fits under the fingers very well and is a lot of fun to play.
Please help support Michael and consider purchasing this wonderful arrangement. I'll try my hand at this next month and offer a much requested piece along with the video release. Stay tuned! - เพลง
![Simon Ghraichy - SEVENTH (Allegretto from Beethoven's Symphony no.7 op.92) [Franz Liszt]](/img/n.gif)
My apologies for the ad in the middle in the past, I never set it this way. I don't know why but YT changes the position of the ad sometimes out of the blue.
Yes that is so annoying and distracting isn't it Drew? I notice YT are doing this with lots of videos now :(
Yea that really messed up the best thing I've listened too how could they do that at that critical moment really hurt me thanks for fixing that
@@timothybeitler4018 youtube can be assholes at times! maybe it's done deliberately to get people to PAY for ZER0 adds at some ridiculous amount each month.
TH-cam automatically added "Mid-roll ads" to every video on the platform and left it up to the creators to go back through their entire back catalogue to deactivate each one individually.
It has been a long time since the "you" in TH-cam has really meant anything... It's ThemTube now.😔
Absolutely beautiful composition, I love listening to it.
🤔I must have a go at a solo guitar version.
You never need to apologize. Your talent is gift to the world you give away for free on here.
Beethoven ' music has been a light in my whole life....
Such precision and clarity. The power of an orchestra was captured in only two guitars. I am amazed.
If Beethoven heard your transcription, he would have written some guitar concertos I guess. This is so incredible, thank you!
Totally agree.
Ehi, guys! Bravissimi! Chapeau, absolutely, chapeau!
L v B was close with Mauro Giuliani one of the most famous guitar maestro and wrote 2 concert for mandolin who plays (concert aren't masterpieces at my opinion...) but not write for guitar... That sad..
@@luigicorrias That is correct. Beethoven was deeply impressed with Giuliani's playing and was "impressed" with what the guitar could do. Beethoven heard this (obviously) when he could still hear. Unfortunately Beethoven had a large number of personal problems that probably kept him from "widening" his thinking. Not the least was his "argument" with his brother's wife and of course his twisted love for his nephew. These were not the most "attractive" aspects of his personality.
Sanjosemike (no longer in CA)
@Justin Ford Not true exist literature for guitar viuela leute and segovia don't do only transcription but promote for the instruments new repertoire
My sweet old dog, Dutch, nearly 20 years old, came out of the other room and lay next to the speaker. Thank you, Gentlemen.
How lovely; I can just see him do that. Pets have very good taste, it is true.
@@ClariceAust He used to ride in the car all the time with me and 'sing' along with the tenors when I'd play an opera. That and firetrucks...
@@hugh-johnfleming289 The animals and pets, for me, make life the more worth living; they are just so special. The bible says they are "preserved" by God and I fully expect to see them on the other side. Best wishes.
@@ClariceAust The bible also says to love your neighbor, we must not love animals more than men, we must not forget that only men are gifted with thought. The problem with people who personify their pets too much is that they become embittered with humans.
You make these assumptions, Hector, and assume the moral high ground, but perhaps you just do not possess that special feeling for animals that some of us have. We do not all have to be the same, you know.
Someone is cutting onions in my bedroom. So beautiful
Classical guitar is truly a little orchestral, mostly when played by gifted and talented people like you ♥️
Only someone who has studied classical guitar can know the effort, dedication and sacrifice it takes to reach this level of expertise. Our society unfortunately does not recognize and reward guitarists sufficiently. I wish both of you success and happiness for the joy you have brought us.
I've listened to the orchestral version of this many times over my life and your duet truly brings out the purity and essence of what Beethoven composed. A beautiful and enlightening arrangement. A faithful and reverent performance! Thank you!
"Orchestral version", he says...
True - I should have said "original" (which is orchestral).
Bach brandenberg 5
EXACTLY this !!!
After hearing this piece I was tempted to applaud - to a video. So I send my applause with these words, my thanks and sadly just one thumb up because there is just one.
Oh - I couldn't help BUT APPLAUD!
My kid sister used to tap the like button twice to “like it twice”.
Lol
@@wyattj.sullivant3494 Three time's a charm. :)
This is how I give it more than one thumbs up. 👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍👍
Ditto 😊
This incredible creation by Beethoven has a deep spiritual meaning. By its first performance in Vienna the audience was deeply moved. The orchestra was forced to repeat this second movement immediately. Great arrangement and great performance. Beethoven is surely happy with your work. Thank you so much!
Thanks for that information - it adds to our appreciation; one would love to have been in that audience.
What a gift to us to tell that story. Wonderful. Thank you.
@@scottwallace1 the Viennese audience immediately embraced the Seventh Symphony, and considered it among their favorite orchestral works. Its huge popularity led to three performances in the ten weeks following its premiere. The second movement-Allegretto-was particularly loved, leading to outbreaks of applause before the third movement during a number of early performances. The Allegretto remained widely popular throughout the nineteenth century, and even today is often performed separately (Eastman School of Music).
There's something sacred and melancholy about it. It captivated me from the first
"deep spirtual meaning" : absolutely yes. I heard this masterpiece at the age of 13 in ZARDOZ, ending scen and my soul was at once impressed deeply. This last s up to now
I just want to say thank you. That's it. Thank you. You understand the universe behind my "thank you".
I'm speechless... Symphony no. 7 is my favourite among Beethoven's symphonies and the second movement is a diamond in a casket of pearls. This astonishing rendition chatched my ears, my heart and my soul completely... I didn't feel any "lack of", it's the real thing, the power and lyricism of this marvelous music is intact and I enjoyed listen to it as well as listening to a full blown orchestra. This is way, way more than a great job, really. Bravo, bravo, bravo, a thousand times bravo! Lot of thanks from the bottom of my heart❣❣❣❣❣❣
Usually such monumental pieces sound pathetically paltry on the guitar. But this arrangement is a triumph.
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And also on a piano!
The sound of acoustic guitar is melodic by nature. Your version brought not only a new interpretation but also a whole new feeling to this masterpiece. Bravo! 👏🏾👏🏾👏🏾
Been a fan of these guys for 16 years! Hearing them as a freshman in music school was such an inspiration!
My very favourite Beethoven Composition...And here it is done beautifully....Five Stars Guys !!
This is absolutely brilliant.
Who needs an orchestra? Bravo!
I can't understand to see 93 thums down. Thank you so much for this extraordinarily beautiful performance.
Fantastic arrangement and flawless performances. Thank you for adding happiness to my day.
Oh! This is truly sublime. The 7th may well be my favorite of the Beethoven symphonies so I know this rather well. I usually don't particularly like arrnagements of the symphonic literature for other instruments but I love this and the musicianship of the two guitarists is stunning. (I'm a retired oboe player, by the way.) Thank you. This is definitely a keeper.
Sublime indeed! I cannot stop coming back and listening to this recording.
4:13 works unbelievably well on the guitar, wow!
I did not expect to enjoy this transcription at all. But they play with so much integrity and emotion that it was compelling.
Very well said.
What a sound! How melodious is your performance! I love this piece, and you two made it divine. Thank you.
Musik besteht aus einer komplexen Formel aus Inspiration (Liebe), Hingabe und Disziplin. Beethovens Siebte ist in ihrem zweiten Satz ein Diamant. Als Zuhörer kann ich für diese Momente nur dankbar sein.
"The guitar is a miniature orchestra in itself"
L. V. Beethoven
Il n'y a pas de mots...🥰
I have one word for this accomishment: "genius". That pertains as much to Beethoven as to the arrangers & performers!
OMG, what did you do here? this was wonderful! Darkness is gone. The beauty of melancholy is still here. This is much sentimental. I love this. You two bring this piece to a new level. Thanks a lot.
Magnificent
How much understanding, how much intelligence, and how wonderfully thought out the arrangement ... It’s beautiful, like an okrekstra performance, but with an amazing soulful and trusting mood.
Happy birthday Beethoven (250 years)!
I discovered this arrangement when I was wondering how a masterpiece like Beethoven’s 7th symphony sound on a guitar. May I say, I’m more than inpressed.
Diese Künstler setzen in der Beherrschung und Vortragsweise Maßstäbe! Danke für den Genuß dieser unnachahmlichen Optimierung!!
My first ever piece to enjoy. An ultimate cultivation of the motifs of war reduced to a mere pause between the salvos. A calming breeze after the last cannon tear.
this piece always brings tears -even on guitar, i see. immortal. noble. intimate.
Bravo
This i what i have been wanting to hear 👂🏼 so many years. The guitar is so versatile and makes a perfect combination for this piece. I image a third but my brain 🧠 would 🤯 🤩
Musicians of their exceptional abilities are best showcased with exceptional material!
Perfectly played, amazing arrangement exploring the whole guitar, great technique. What a wonderful job!
I may self-repeat. This musical text is one of the finest creations of the human mind. It reflects the beautiful sadness of our existence with superior dignity -- and a thing called "hope". I am humbled anew. To arrange this music as is done here is utter genius!
Bravo. I was skeptical when this popped up after listening to classical versions, but your arrangement is wonderful.
That was quite superlative!
Such an exciting addition to the guitar repertoire!
This may be my favorite of ALL TH-cam videos! I've watched this certainly over 100 times since you put it up. GREAT arrangement by Michael (I purchased it). The playing...I have no words to describe the beauty, the power, the delicacy. THANK YOU Michael and Drew!!!
I think you would have made Beethoven so happy and proud. You probably would have made him a fan as well.
The staccato at 4:13 is simply awesomesauce 🤯
This is beyond beautiful.
Very nice. Impecable performing. Clever transcription. Congrats
Never expected a guitar version of allegretto would be such epic !!
I call this 'Music For the End of the World'. Salute. 🙏⚡🎶🎵🎶✨⚡🙏
Bravo, MAESTROS!
This is one of my most favorite symphonic works.
Thanks!
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absolutely wonderful. unbelievably gorgeous. orgasmic musicality in the arrangement.... ah!
Beethoven would be so proud to hear this transcription. Played with a lot of emotions and feelings.
I want to write something really witty about how good this was, but I'm speechless. Thank you!
I first heard it in the movie "Knowing". After a decade still loving it. Great rendition Mr Henderson.
It's magic !!! Thank a million.
This is one of my fav songs but your version has "bowled me over" to say the least and has gone right up to the top of my list Drew and Michael. Amazing, as always not a note out of place, thank you guys.
Vous êtes des prodiges messieurs, jouer avec une telle perfection, une telle maîtrise, j'en suis abasourdi.
Drew you are one the leading new classical players in my eye who not only takes playing seriously but finds a repertoire that connects outside of the guitar world while still taking time to play guitaristic pieces that deserve attention. Thanks for all the great art.
Wow!
Such a simple but hypnotic tune...... if music is the food of goods, then let some spill on me please and thank you both.
Wow. Wonderful! Just so perfect. Never expected to hear this on 2 guitars. 👍👍👍👍
❤ just wonderful!
Beautiful performance of the Great Composer and well arranged for a Duet..👌👍🎶 Warm cheers 😊 God bless 🙏😊🎶🎸
I think Beethoven would be amused but appreciative of this thoughtful interpretation of his Symphony. I have played the orchestral version (cello section) and can truthfully say this is arrangement is more satisfying musically, perhaps because of the delicacy and nuance of their performance. Mahalo guys! 🤙🤙🤙
if i could like this a 100 times ^ ^..... i use this to study and to harmonize my thoughts ....on repeat..
Absolutely amazing performance! from Korea
Absolument magnifique.
The composition sounds Amazing, and the guitarists are impeccably synchronized
Excellent adaptation. Nice to hear Beethoven on the guitar... Very good playing.
The man from Earth... :)
Magnífica interpretación y los dos magníficos músicos!!!!!!!,gracias por mantener encendida la llama eterna del gran maestro!!!!!! desde Argentina un abrazo enorme!!!!!
Incredible!!! The Beethoven's music grew in tension and softness. Congratulations!
Very soft and beautifully crystal sounds.....
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Beautiful, can't stop listening. The 2 minute crescendo is perfectly executed!
*Bravo!!* 😊👍 👏👏👏
Não canso de ouvir essa interpretação magistral do duo. Só posso acrescentar que, até os anjos inclinam seus ouvidos, deslumbrados. Muito obirgada.
I have no words to describe my admiration for this GREAT music!!! GREAT job!!! We're waiting for the next!!!
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My favourite of Beethoven. Thanks guys this is truly beautiful.
Thanks for your Beethoven 😀👍 he's my favorite musician
Its wonderful!!! Thank you for this song of honorable Bethoven !
I could really listen to this all day. It's complete rapture.
it blown my mind and there is no many things that can blow my mind
So beauriful, beyond words. . Bless you, guys 💕💕
Love the chemistry of the duet, it can also be told by the sound.
JUST BEAUTIFUL! What an amazing version. xxx
Stunning. Absolutely stunning. Not enough Beethoven gets to be
showcased & performed on guitar like this. Many thanks.
Drew, Your have really come a long way, very impressive to see the level of playing you have achieved over these years.
quite the masterpiece!
This is my favorite Classical piece of all time thanks to hearing it performed in the 1974 movie Zardoz as a kid, and your rendition here is now my absolute favorite version. Thank you both for this incredible and flawless rendition. Absolute perfection.
Wow! Thank you so much. We try our hardest to capture the mood of the original. Your comment means a lot!
Молодцы! Идеально! Душа радуется!
C'est superbe et la performance dépasse l'entendement ; vous donnez une nouvelle dimension à la guitare !
素晴らしい演奏です。
元々好きな曲でありましたが、オーケストラ演奏では気付かなかったこの曲の魅力をギター2本によって発見できました。
I wish I were smart enough to arrange bethoveen's master pieces on guitar...this is perfect! Love it!
The guitar players look as though they are totally wrapped up in the piece too. It is brilliant!
Blessings and peace
Beautiful and exciting, nice balance on great sounding guitars(new strings) and good lighting and sound on the production. Good job..thanks for posting. Please keep up the good work.
Un bellisimo duo guitar! Competenza tecnica ed espressività al massimo. E' un piacere ascoltarvi. Grazie.
Guys, if I could, I would hug you! that was the best part of my day! please, play whatever orchestral piece comes to your mind. maybe Brahms? whatever. thank you!!
Enchanting arrangement and performance of this iconic piece. I love you guys! Thanks for sharing. ❤️🎼🎵🎶👏🇮🇪☘️💕