Like many, memories of my childhood always remind me of a happy and less complicated time, and brings with it a sense of nostalgia. It is always interesting to see other people re-living their childhood, and re-creating it for the rest of us. Nowadays, it is easier for these people to share these creations, especially though video sites as youtube.
I found this video recently. It is a tune that I doubt anyone wouldn't recognize.
I enjoy this video by youtube-er Jimmy Wong. When I initially watched this video, I had little expectation as to what his take on this "classic song" would be, but I was not expecting what I saw. He had lyrics rolling at the bottom of the screen - I didn't even know this song had lyrics. He also showed how / where each sound (bass, tenor, snare, etc.) came from in an interesting way.
But it is his take on this song what impressed me the most. I think it's difficult for a musician to take material (especially popular material) and make it their own. I struggle to find the emotion necessary to properly portray classical piano pieces and make it worthwhile for an audience to listen to. I envy those with an ear for music, and at the same time am proud that atleast some people can still have a passion for creating orignal and real music in a time when so many music today is so electronic.
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