The Sound of Silence by Simon & Garfunkel, performed by Stephanie Jones

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  • Опубліковано 22 чер 2020
  • Here is a little video that was recorded for my Mum's birthday earlier this year :)
    Simon & Garfunkel's music is so magical, I hope you enjoy!
    Patreon: / stephjonesguitar
    New CD: cd.stephjon.es
    Arr. Lawson and Trueman (guitar solo)
    Production: Jakob Schmidt
    Guitar: Paul Sheridan
    Support: Guitarlift
    Strings: Hannabach Goldin
    Mic: Zoom H6

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  • @richarderamirez5909
    @richarderamirez5909 2 роки тому +125

    This arrangement is truly outstanding. There are any number of musician's that are very good in a technical way. But this was magical, with the various self-accompaniments and subtleties of the various notes. The delicate movement of the fingers across the frets of the instrument, as a Van Gogh or Picaso paints a masterpiece this arrangement was such a creation.

    • @challengertankian6972
      @challengertankian6972 Рік тому +3

      Agreed, Lawson and Trueman’s arrangements are exceptional, and Steph really does this arrangement justice.

    • @jimhofoss9982
      @jimhofoss9982 7 місяців тому

      There’s a connection between her brain and her guitar that is seldom seen in meer mortals…superpowers on display here….awe-struck

  • @unclebob1143
    @unclebob1143 3 роки тому +117

    The music doesn't just flow through your fingers, it's really in your heart. Wonderful.

    • @palkyaw8756
      @palkyaw8756 Місяць тому

      That. Is. Sound my like❤ thank you. Playing I see❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @cswann8
    @cswann8 Рік тому +5

    I've said many times, the 70's was the greatest decade for music. Simon, Croce, Taylor, I could list names for days and they're all deserving of mention.

  • @michaelakenworthy6317
    @michaelakenworthy6317 3 роки тому +420

    Who could possibly hit the dislike button for such a beautifully played piece of music that clearly comes from this lady’s soul. Ignore the haters, this was amazing! ❤️

    • @wolfme4030
      @wolfme4030 2 роки тому +16

      Whilst I do agree that it is an amazingly beautiful cover version, I believe that the UA-cam algorithm at the moment rewards activity on channels. So likes, dislikes, comments and subs all go to help the creators. So the joke is on those people who don’t share the same taste in music that we obviously do.

    • @gilbertdare5921
      @gilbertdare5921 2 роки тому +19

      Jealous people that have no such talents.

    • @kirstyswan1009
      @kirstyswan1009 2 роки тому +13

      My guess are those who can’t hear a musician. This is a beautiful arrangement her classical pose is beautiful

    • @God-gx3rx
      @God-gx3rx 2 роки тому +3

      i disliked cause shes a woman

    • @willer3399
      @willer3399 2 роки тому +5

      @@God-gx3rx Back to the shadows of Hades 😈

  • @dennyyard1174
    @dennyyard1174 4 роки тому +26

    Brought me to tears... took me back to my growing up in the 60’s. A time of civil unrest and hope for the future..Simon and Garfunkel left us with a unforgettable time stamp in the soundtrack of our lives ☮️

    • @MrA1582000
      @MrA1582000 3 роки тому +1

      So true, forever shaped by the 60’s.

  • @Scroticus_Maximus
    @Scroticus_Maximus 3 роки тому +5

    Whenever I find myself disgusted by the world today I can still find comfort in the arts and believe music to be art in its purest form.

  • @HotPursuitMusicEntertainment
    @HotPursuitMusicEntertainment 3 роки тому +30

    She is amazing in every way. Thanks for your talent and dedication, Stephanie.

  • @larrykugelman276
    @larrykugelman276 2 роки тому +6

    Her visual expressions translate into 1,000 times more meaning than mere words could ever convey.

  • @Stepherner
    @Stepherner 4 роки тому +26

    silence never sound as beautiful as this performance.

    • @palkyaw8756
      @palkyaw8756 Місяць тому

      Love me. Syster❤❤❤❤❤❤you. Daly. Make. Me playing you. G❤

  • @gwatts12
    @gwatts12 4 роки тому +19

    The Sound of Silence has so much to say when Stephanie plays. This truly is perfection.

  • @williambudd2850
    @williambudd2850 2 роки тому +6

    This is why Stephanie is my most favorite guitarist. She seems to feel every sound in her soul.

  • @soulpuzzlemusic
    @soulpuzzlemusic 2 роки тому +25

    What a wonderful version of this fantastic song! Thank you very much, Stephanie, for sharing this with the world!

  • @musicfanBRA
    @musicfanBRA 4 роки тому +8

    As someone of Simon & Garfunkel's generation lm so glad to see a young generation enjoyng their beautiful music.

  • @woodstoney
    @woodstoney 4 роки тому +19

    Beautifully played. That classic song never sounded better!

  • @user-vg6dy6qu3q
    @user-vg6dy6qu3q 2 роки тому +7

    Великие музыканты, композиторы, певцы, основатели замечательного музыкального течения фолк - рок. Слава богу, что Саймон и Гарфункель живы и здоровы, и продолжают радовать своих поклонников. Очаровательной гитаристке Стефани Джонс большое спасибо за виртуозное исполнение мелодии.

  • @ThePhlegming
    @ThePhlegming 2 роки тому +5

    1:06
    The way you used those harmonics was amazing. Absolutely beautiful

  • @georgelewis1664
    @georgelewis1664 4 роки тому +10

    Sheer elegance and beauty . This is my first time seeing/hearing Stephanie and certainly won’t be the last . Her tone , her technique , her movements are all delightful . She takes this wonderful , timeless classic song and makes it even better by her lovely virtuosity . Thank you, Stephanie for this precious gift .
    George Lewis, Sr.

  • @simoncook5701
    @simoncook5701 4 роки тому +16

    I love that little smile at the end!Once again,flawless,beautiful

  • @terrycoomer8178
    @terrycoomer8178 3 роки тому +7

    Who could possibly give a thumbs down to this exceptional talent. Great musician playing with out sheet music. Excellent.

  • @danielhuynh01
    @danielhuynh01 Рік тому +2

    There are so many talented people in the world, Stephanie Jones certainly one of them.

  • @christopherstanford5599
    @christopherstanford5599 4 роки тому +12

    You have captured the essence of the original and enhanced the emotional impact with repetition, sustain and emphasis of
    key phrase elements. Mysterious, melancholic and memorable. Paul Simon would be proud of your performance. 🤗🤗🤗♥️🌹

  • @netterstyl
    @netterstyl 4 роки тому +40

    Would be hard to top this as an instrumental treatment of this song - I would say next to impossible. Love the richness of the audio recording, too.

    • @petergreening4810
      @petergreening4810 4 роки тому +1

      I really like this version ua-cam.com/video/zBVf4F-SVYM/v-deo.html

  • @pistolp01
    @pistolp01 3 роки тому +1

    Everything you do Stephanie, makes my heart hurt. I lost my Girl, My little canine friend Zoey, of 12 year's. I can't stop crying, but thank you for your music and your hope and life.

  • @StringPluck
    @StringPluck 3 роки тому +7

    Bravo Stephanie! Technically and expressively beautiful, thanks!

  • @TheCoachTom
    @TheCoachTom 4 роки тому +19

    This is the music angels play when you are welcomed into heaven...

  • @tantraman10
    @tantraman10 4 роки тому +19

    THIS is exquisitely beautiful. I was NOT expecting classical guitar. I'm a huge Simon and Garfunkel fan....WHAT a beautiful presentation!!! SUBSCRIBED...

  • @secretagent86
    @secretagent86 3 роки тому +2

    my jaw dropped to the floor and nearly in tears over such a "no words to describe" interpretation... OMG *THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU*

  • @alanaitcheson3117
    @alanaitcheson3117 3 роки тому +6

    Just beautiful. I'v loved Simon & Garfunkel music since I was a kid, and this piece is just amazing Stephanie.

  • @jacksagrafsky4936
    @jacksagrafsky4936 4 роки тому +110

    If there is one thing I could wish for and be granted would be able to play any instrument with a passion and beauty shown here. I have tried and failed. Even singing is not within me. But to hear others that have such an ability is a pleasure I enjoy. Those that can, do. Those that can't, well we sit back and enjoy.

    • @DanHalper
      @DanHalper 4 роки тому +11

      Keep trying?

    • @jdizzle6324
      @jdizzle6324 4 роки тому +8

      Let the frustration be the water that feeds your roots. Make it a daily habit. Watch what happens after one year. You will look back and laugh. And then maybe play a song about it.

    • @stevenbastien9028
      @stevenbastien9028 4 роки тому +4

      Don't doubt yourself. With dedicated effort and proper choices to work within your limits, you can express yourself artistically and create beauty.

    • @yobrojoost9497
      @yobrojoost9497 4 роки тому +7

      My dad said to me once: there are two kinds of people in this world, the ones who make music and the ones who listen to it. And...they can't live without each other!

    • @yobrojoost9497
      @yobrojoost9497 4 роки тому +8

      Also, remember: Music is communication, not competition. I was at a blues festival once, great artists from all over the world played very sophisticated and technically challenging music, it was great! Then, on the last night, this wizened old guy came on, he could barely play three chords and probably didn't even know what those chords were called. He sang out of tune. And he brought the house down! Blew the roof off the place! Why? Because he didn't play the blues, he WAS the blues!

  • @eddierayvanlynch6133
    @eddierayvanlynch6133 4 роки тому +8

    Stephanie, you are a peaceful breath of fresh air during these turbulent times.
    Thank you.
    Love from the States. ♥️🇺🇸

  • @phillipcmiller99
    @phillipcmiller99 2 роки тому +2

    Best finger style version of this song so far. I love seeing the young adopt music from this era.

  • @acousticshadow4032
    @acousticshadow4032 3 роки тому +1

    Mum, Thank you for sharing your birthday gift with us, and for giving us the gift of Stephanie. Greetings from NH USA!

  • @malachitravestra9469
    @malachitravestra9469 4 роки тому +15

    STANDING OVATION. Your playing has reacquainted me to the sweet, stunning, expanse of Awe, and provided my fingers inspiration to regain my physical skills of playing acoustic guitar, lost after my body's cerebellar stroke. Thank You Ms. Jones, Thank You.

  • @lindaadams5333
    @lindaadams5333 4 роки тому +10

    I truly admire you for learning to play a guitar so well. It's a testimony to your determination and persistence. I'm mediocre, and there is no joy in mediocrity, as my old voice teacher used to say. Your performance is beautiful.

  • @rcrabold
    @rcrabold Рік тому +7

    I wish I had as sufficient grasp of language as you do the guitar then maybe I could find a compliment that does justice to this beautiful arrangement and performance, you’ve taken a classic in its own right and made it your own with this 💜

  • @DB-nj9rg
    @DB-nj9rg Рік тому +2

    Stephanie, this is stunning. I find the way you played this classic song absolutely mesmerizing. Thank you.

  • @LuukSwinkels
    @LuukSwinkels 4 роки тому +13

    We dont need a million sing and song writers who think they can play the guitar while in fact they Just can play 10 chords. We only need a few people Like you to Make us smile. Only a few to Make us cry and relaxed.
    Thanks for sharing your amazing skills.

    • @patrickdunavan9113
      @patrickdunavan9113 4 роки тому

      Well, you have to start somewhere. At sometime in her early career, I bet she only knew 10 chords. I know what you mean though.😁 Mastery of the guitar...that's a whole different animal, and she's got that down. I'm very envious...and admire her playing very much. Not just the technical aspects of her playing, but the emotion that so sweetly comes out of her guitar that she put into it.

  • @Geekman333
    @Geekman333 4 роки тому +41

    Phenomenal. The kind of music that makes you feel privileged to have heard by an artist I feel privileged to have watched perform it.

  • @herodogs4kids
    @herodogs4kids 2 роки тому +5

    That was an amazing experience. Thank you for sharing your incredible artistry with us. Exquisite playing! Brava!!!

  • @grahamfonteyne4792
    @grahamfonteyne4792 8 місяців тому +1

    Absolutely unbelievable!! The raw talent and pure joy that she exudes is off the charts for me. Thanks very, very much for sharing this video. Magnificent!

  • @x2malandy
    @x2malandy 4 роки тому +61

    I didn't want the song to end. So I will just replay it a few times. Wonderful, thanks!

    • @gnutix
      @gnutix 4 роки тому +1

      Same here. Saw this comment on my second hearing. :')

  • @robstewart4702
    @robstewart4702 3 роки тому +16

    Simply magnificent! Stephanie, thank you.

  • @archie831531
    @archie831531 2 місяці тому +2

    THE BEST VERSION OF SOUND OF SILENCE...

  • @renwat01
    @renwat01 2 роки тому +2

    Absolutely incredible playing! As a classical guitar student it is amazing to watch you perform, and gives me inspiration to continue my study. Thank you very much Stephanie.

  • @rakeshkhanna656
    @rakeshkhanna656 3 роки тому +6

    Been listening to this instrumental number again and again. Simply the best version of the song the way its played. Beautifully done.

  • @pattilapeche
    @pattilapeche 4 роки тому +24

    Lovely interpretation. No showing off for showing off's sake, every note in harmony with Simon's vision.

  • @rosemarydiamond6448
    @rosemarydiamond6448 3 роки тому +3

    Such a pleasure and honour to listen to this proffesionism and beautiful young lady

  • @claybauer9535
    @claybauer9535 8 місяців тому +1

    Simon and Garfunkel would be proud! This is simply AMAZING and BEAUTIFUL!

  • @jimmyjones708
    @jimmyjones708 4 роки тому +44

    I have listened to lots of music on UA-cam and this was the most heartfelt piece I've heard yet. This I will remember.

    • @kevg596
      @kevg596 4 роки тому +2

      Bravo, and performed with heart felt emotion, thankyou.

    • @tylerdurden4006
      @tylerdurden4006 4 роки тому

      It was acustic though...anybody could do acustic

  • @denise0223
    @denise0223 Рік тому +2

    Stephanie,
    The passion in your heart flows through your fingers. 🥹
    ☮️❤️🙏🏽🌱🐾🎸

  • @jockneyranger
    @jockneyranger 6 місяців тому

    Felt every note she played there and the beauty of that was you could tell she did as well.
    Enchanting. Thank you Stephanie x

  • @giuseppebrai2012
    @giuseppebrai2012 4 роки тому +11

    The most beautiful performance I ever listened of The Sound Of Silence
    👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻♥️

  • @carlbowden4712
    @carlbowden4712 4 роки тому +9

    One of the more beautiful guitar pieces ever. You do it justice, as always!

  • @xarddam
    @xarddam 2 роки тому +1

    one of the most beautiful tunes by Paul Simon, and you play it awesomely good . Thank you

  • @robertfiorellino6070
    @robertfiorellino6070 9 місяців тому

    To be one with the music as this person has become is a very special gift. Thank you for sharing this.

  • @bewilderment9268
    @bewilderment9268 3 роки тому +5

    Young lady, you have moved me to tears....

  • @larryhiker1
    @larryhiker1 Рік тому +2

    Stephanie, it made me feel like the music was within me. Your work is beautiful. Thanks.

  • @bruceshook1781
    @bruceshook1781 2 роки тому +7

    VERY beautifully played!!! Bravo! I love your expressions as you play, you are into the music!

  • @paulmurray280
    @paulmurray280 4 роки тому +5

    Such a compliment to the great Paul Simon, beautiful

  • @subterfusion4005
    @subterfusion4005 4 роки тому +103

    Im glad human beings can do things like this.

  • @boysenberryjamfan2570
    @boysenberryjamfan2570 2 роки тому +6

    This is incredibly beautiful. I have been a Simon and Garfunkel fan since birth , and this was an absolutely amazing cover.

  • @billwilkinson4012
    @billwilkinson4012 3 роки тому

    Absolutely brilliant, a truly wonderful arrangement. Have viewed many covers of this song recently, all of which were really good, but I love this cover...just wish it went on for longer. Beautiful arrangement and lady.

  • @nicholaspopeney5791
    @nicholaspopeney5791 4 роки тому +5

    OMG, this is the most beautiful performance of this song I've ever seen, heard or thought possible. And yes she is beautiful too. Two thumbs girl

  • @wolfil8019
    @wolfil8019 4 роки тому +8

    Oh my, this is an amazingly beautiful version of this song ... Like something beautiful from another era ... What a beautiful tribute to Simon and Garfunkel

  • @brianlipkin5196
    @brianlipkin5196 8 місяців тому

    Simply gorgeous with tons of subtleties. Sort of proves why this song is such a masterpiece. Loved it!

  • @jerryodom7358
    @jerryodom7358 2 роки тому +2

    So beautiful sounding every time I hear it. Thank you.

  • @georgeisaak5321
    @georgeisaak5321 4 роки тому +13

    so soothing , i could feel it in my bones ! healing me up ! Thank God there are musicians out there that still have that "Midas touch"

  • @mitchellgearheart14
    @mitchellgearheart14 3 роки тому +4

    Best version of this song I've ever heard and no one breathed a word.

  • @dicecreamman1739
    @dicecreamman1739 2 роки тому +33

    That was a beautiful performance. Thank you!

  • @solitairestarr5516
    @solitairestarr5516 2 роки тому

    Everything about this is perfect! It is obvious what an accomplished artist you are, and also how beautifully you present yourself as you play. I can see it is quite meditative for you.
    Thank you for a lovely experience!

  • @bekah4137
    @bekah4137 3 роки тому +4

    Her hands and dexterity are amazing!

  • @davidlarondelle2326
    @davidlarondelle2326 4 роки тому +16

    You have got "it". That quality that sets you apart from the many.

  • @lorihudson1153
    @lorihudson1153 2 роки тому +4

    Absolutely beautiful! Keep sharing your amazing talent with us!😍❤️

  • @jesussanz101
    @jesussanz101 2 місяці тому

    At my 65 this chords stil make me shiver.
    Thank you for sharing with all of us.

  • @maxmairena6021
    @maxmairena6021 4 роки тому +10

    That was absolutely beautiful! Thank you for sharing your beautiful talent with us!

  • @southernloff1494
    @southernloff1494 4 роки тому +3

    So beautiful.....and challenges me-because I simply cannot play that well, and am too old to attain that level of expertise. I recognize that, and am in admiration of those who have. Bless you all for bringing joy to life.

  • @hngi26
    @hngi26 10 місяців тому +1

    Oh my goodness.. I got goose bumps from listening to your beautiful rendition ❤🎉😊this brings back so much memory.. I goose bumps..!

  • @gauloiseguy
    @gauloiseguy 2 роки тому +3

    Absolutely stunning rendition.
    Thank you!

  • @sjfkatier9834
    @sjfkatier9834 4 роки тому +10

    Goosebumps moment! Excellent feel to sound suited for the atmosphere/mood of the song, stylish flaggiolets as bonus. Really great interpretation and so delicately played. Simply lovely!

  • @desrj
    @desrj 4 роки тому +7

    Always so tastefully rendered. Just a treat for the ears.

  • @COYR-du6fq
    @COYR-du6fq 2 роки тому +2

    Stunning. Can't believe that such a gorgeous song could be improved like this

  • @shin-i-chikozima
    @shin-i-chikozima 3 роки тому +3

    There is something extraordinary in her incomparable performance

  • @scottknorpp257
    @scottknorpp257 4 роки тому +5

    An unbelievable, incredibly beautiful treatment of an iconic song exploring the heights and depths of emotion far beyond the constraints of lyrics. Thank you!!

  • @ejuncos
    @ejuncos 4 роки тому +7

    I have no words to describe the enjoyment that your interpretation of his song gives me!!! You are extraordinary!!!

  • @serenity8159
    @serenity8159 5 місяців тому

    As one who can see the exit sign blinking, everyone I've loved and known have gone on. But for a brief moment you've brought back thier memories, and for that I thank you. Semper fi

  • @pandvsims
    @pandvsims Рік тому +2

    There has surely been thousands of hours of practicing here!

  • @vladm9384
    @vladm9384 3 роки тому +23

    The most emotional rendition of music I have listened to. Loved every note and every sound. So much feeling shared in this beautiful song by a beautiful person.

  • @MrPocket88
    @MrPocket88 4 роки тому +13

    Wow! This made me shed a tear or two. It’s so hard to describe how amazing this is. The duality of guitar and vocal melody. Working simultaneously. A completely new concept of the song. And the performance. WOW!!!! That guitar playing is as natural as a person breathing.

    • @josevaldez3115
      @josevaldez3115 4 роки тому +2

      The absolte best rendition of this wandefull classic song, I have seen your video 10000 time and I love it more every time.....vravo stephanie vravo......jose from texas.

  • @jimmagnus1200
    @jimmagnus1200 2 роки тому +1

    This is on another level that few can even approach.
    Absolutely beautiful!

  • @AndorSolymos
    @AndorSolymos Рік тому +5

    OMG! The most beautiful cover I have ever heard. Simply amazing!

  • @rogeralleyne9257
    @rogeralleyne9257 4 роки тому +7

    What I love about your playing is you show what's possible if you master chords and their inversions🙏🙏🙏

  • @PotPoet
    @PotPoet 3 роки тому +3

    Magnificent performance! B R A V A !
    Wow!
    Say it again .. WOW!
    I am standing on my feet applauding, whistling and cheering.

  • @rickb296
    @rickb296 8 місяців тому +1

    Lovely arrangement. The short necked classical guitar almost makes it sound medieval. Thanks!

  • @morganavredenburg1546
    @morganavredenburg1546 2 роки тому

    Passion for the guitar has flamed to life again. Thanks.

  • @sahadahellauge8234
    @sahadahellauge8234 4 роки тому +14

    Es ist wunderschön Dich spielen zu sehen und hören...vielen Dank🙏

  • @gunterzah2285
    @gunterzah2285 4 роки тому +6

    Ganz großes Gefühl. Toll interpretiert. Das geht unter die Haut. Ich hoffe, wir hören noch viel von ihr. Würde ich gerne mal live erleben...

  • @chrisandersen5635
    @chrisandersen5635 2 роки тому +5

    Just amazing rendition of an amazing song. Wow!
    😍❤️🎶😎

  • @robertjohnson1962
    @robertjohnson1962 2 роки тому +3

    Love the song and thoughtful rendition, but am even more impressed by how much time it must have taken to appear so effortless in her performance.

  • @CostaMesaPhotography
    @CostaMesaPhotography 4 роки тому +24

    The most stunning, almost haunting rendition of this all-time favorite song of mine that I've ever heard! If I was either Simon or Garfunkel, I'd want to meet you and thank you for giving such beautiful life to this song...

    • @Microdave75
      @Microdave75 4 роки тому

      This version is beautiful I can't take anything away from the talent of this beautiful young woman but have a listen to disturbed rendition of this song, some regard it as the best cover of any song ever, I'd have to agree to some point too

  • @joecampbell2066
    @joecampbell2066 4 роки тому +5

    Love the style - you bring new life to an amazing, timeless piece ! Thanks for sharing your rendition of one of my favorite songs for guitar 👏