Dimensions - Contrabass Clarinet & Strings

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  • Опубліковано 14 жов 2024
  • This is my original composition and recording for contrabass clarinet and strings. A melodic piece with feelings of happiness and yearning. To purchase the Dimensions sheet music visit: www.lukepickma...
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КОМЕНТАРІ • 195

  • @someonesomewhere1100
    @someonesomewhere1100 2 роки тому +232

    Feels like being the misunderstood "villain" while sitting lonely in an elegant well kept home lol

    • @markhenry5294
      @markhenry5294 2 роки тому +22

      Big mood. I almost want to relate because of how good this song is.

    • @InstrumentManiac
      @InstrumentManiac  2 роки тому +33

      🤣

    • @fuckamericanidiot
      @fuckamericanidiot 2 роки тому +3

      Logan Roy in season 5 of Succession

    • @joemartinez2102
      @joemartinez2102 8 місяців тому +2

      @@InstrumentManiac This song is SO beautiful!!! As a fellow Contrabass player I definitely felt it! Is there sheet music for this?? I would love to have a crack at it

    • @Quasar126
      @Quasar126 8 місяців тому

      @@joemartinez2102 you can buy the sheet music for like 13 dollars in the description, which includes alot of perks like sheet music, a backing track, individual parts and transcriptions for multiple instruments, so on and so forth.

  • @idraote
    @idraote 2 роки тому +141

    This piece would grace the ending of a romantic film, especially one of those with an open ending where the two lovers do not end up together.
    You did a fine job here.

    • @InstrumentManiac
      @InstrumentManiac  2 роки тому +19

      That is totally a vibe for this - thanks idraote

  • @cryomyst_6485
    @cryomyst_6485 2 роки тому +93

    “This was it, he supposed. This was his last day.”
    This song really reminds me of this line in a story I wrote. The deepness and the richness of the contrabass clarinet just touches something in the soul. Truly a gorgeous piece and a gorgeous instrument

  • @elaimaro122
    @elaimaro122 7 місяців тому +4

    I went to my friend with good speakers just to listen to this in all it's glory

  • @raymondfelton6709
    @raymondfelton6709 Рік тому +26

    As a bass clarinet player who has wanted to play this instrument ever sense i started middle school band and just never got the chance, this made me very happy

  • @DimmuDeer
    @DimmuDeer 2 роки тому +17

    This is a hidden gem of the internet. Thank you sir.

  • @TheGunpowder13
    @TheGunpowder13 2 роки тому +58

    As someone who plays a standard Bb clarinet (la blanch clarinet), I aspire to put this much emotion into my playing. Well done and bravo!

  • @CorvetteCoonass
    @CorvetteCoonass 2 роки тому +7

    When I do orchestra-band transcriptions, the Contrabass Clarinet is my goto for bowed string bass tones.

  • @ekt8750
    @ekt8750 2 роки тому +14

    Damn. I've played every clarinet in the choir and never got the contrabass to sound this beautiful. Love it.

  • @jonathanmurillo9616
    @jonathanmurillo9616 2 роки тому +28

    One of the most underrated instruments. It's so beautiful and the tone is so good!

  • @lizziesmusicmaking
    @lizziesmusicmaking Рік тому +2

    The combination of pedal harp and cobtrabass clarinet is really neat. Works better than I would have guessed it would.

  • @lemau8458
    @lemau8458 2 роки тому +33

    This really needs to be performed by an orchestra.

  • @pelajar3984
    @pelajar3984 2 роки тому +13

    I walked directionlessly, seeing all the barren. The heat of the sun stung my body, expecting something better would happen but it was impossible I would die without direction and purpose, crying all day long
    This music is beautiful to accompany my poems

  • @ThreeMoonsArc
    @ThreeMoonsArc Рік тому +4

    This is hands down one of the best songs I’ve ever heard. This and Outer Fields are my two favorite songs of all time

    • @InstrumentManiac
      @InstrumentManiac  11 місяців тому

    • @ThreeMoonsArc
      @ThreeMoonsArc Місяць тому

      I am way late but I’ve since learned this song on my tenor and now I’m getting a bass sax and I’m gonna learn this piece on that when it comes in. This is still the best song I’ve ever heard

  • @drewfoust8390
    @drewfoust8390 2 роки тому +31

    This was really beautiful. The string accompaniment reminded me of something Baroque, but the melody gave Romantic vibes. You should be proud of this!

  • @hunterwilliams3197
    @hunterwilliams3197 2 роки тому +13

    My favorite thing is how it can go from beautiful to terrifying so quickly

  • @catalinareyrivera
    @catalinareyrivera Рік тому +3

    Listening to such beautiful music for 5 minutes is an precious feeling

  • @papapugaming710
    @papapugaming710 Рік тому +5

    When I listen to your music, I feel peace in my heart.

  • @Pre_kit
    @Pre_kit Рік тому +18

    The contrabass clarinet carries the entire song. (Also the strings as well but we gotta mention that big boy clarinet.)

  • @Kimmy_Hell
    @Kimmy_Hell Рік тому +6

    I shed many tears for this piece. It was beyond beautiful

  • @ClarinetEnthusiast
    @ClarinetEnthusiast 2 роки тому +7

    My school owns a contrabass. I play standard bb clarinet and i tried playing bass clarinet and basically figured it out in less than in hour. Now I gotta ask to dig this beast out so I can give this piece a try!

  • @escoosy1763
    @escoosy1763 Рік тому +1

    Right on my playlist

  • @DarthMalcolm
    @DarthMalcolm 2 роки тому +24

    I have to say I absolutely love this piece. It has become a regular on my daily Spotify playlist(which consists largely of death metal and such). Well done!

  • @judydoumont7214
    @judydoumont7214 2 роки тому +16

    I've come from years of piano instruction and playing and have not heard of this instrument. I must say I'm very impressed with your ability and talent. I've not totally embraced the classical sides of music but must say you have peaked my interest..
    ..Thank You!!

  • @tropicadude1611
    @tropicadude1611 Рік тому +6

    Genuinely one of the most beautiful things I have ever heard. Bravo! 👏👏👏👏👏

  • @nicolasgallardo8050
    @nicolasgallardo8050 Рік тому +1

    I'm in love with this

  • @rainx666
    @rainx666 2 роки тому +9

    I haven't cried like this in some time. Thank you, exquisitely well played! You put bumps all over my goose. Truly captivating! Breathtakingly perfect! Bravissimo!

  • @Gamingcat2000
    @Gamingcat2000 Рік тому +3

    this is what modern music should be it should invoke a full range of emotion and that is what this piece did it went through the whole range it is absolutely beautiful amazing job i wish there where more people keeping the art of classical music alive sadly its all electronic crap that takes no real talent or real emotion to play music is sadly dying and i loved hearing this it was a true musical experience

  • @CoinEaterBTBM
    @CoinEaterBTBM 2 роки тому +5

    i think this is the single most emotional piece for this instrument i have ever heard, i absolutely love this. amazing work!

  • @wednesdayexpressions
    @wednesdayexpressions 2 роки тому +4

    Beautiful

  • @butterycroissant
    @butterycroissant Рік тому +5

    This is beautiful, thank you for composing it

  • @Aquanios08
    @Aquanios08 Рік тому +3

    The harmony the harp adds to this piece is absolutely beautiful. I am in love with how well you play all of them but especially the strings. Those are the ones that made me want to shed a couple of tears. ❤

  • @Builimacen
    @Builimacen 7 місяців тому

    I keep getting back over and over and over again to this music when i'm feeling moody and this music always hits the right spot for me.

  • @sammascreel
    @sammascreel 2 роки тому +5

    this is such an outstanding composition. I've been listening to it for a week now. there are times when it sends chills through my spine.

  • @Logandroid
    @Logandroid Рік тому +1

    Gorgeous song. It gives me mysterious fantasy vibes, like something from a Ghibli film.

  • @bumblebeef952
    @bumblebeef952 Рік тому +2

    Absolutely gorgeous composition! I’d love to get the chance to play contrabass!

  • @clammyjones
    @clammyjones 5 місяців тому

    I've never seen anyone else who plays contrabass clarinet and harp before. I am not alone!

  • @EricDandoy
    @EricDandoy 24 дні тому

    Wonderful, you made my night! I wouldn’t expect contrabass clarinet to be such a melodic instrument!
    Wow, I’m amazed!
    Very beautiful composition, too
    Have a great day 😊

  • @JK-gn5jr
    @JK-gn5jr 2 роки тому +3

    Love this song. I can't stop listening it again and again.🥰

  • @jamesmendonca2900
    @jamesmendonca2900 Місяць тому

    Beautious work. I notice the sadness in your countenance. It shows that you really feel while you play.

  • @spaceyluigi4468
    @spaceyluigi4468 Рік тому

    I ended up purchasing this piece for myself and I love playing it so much. I’ve always loved the sound of the contrabass clarinet and this really brings out what is so wonderful about it.

    • @InstrumentManiac
      @InstrumentManiac  11 місяців тому

      Thanks for purchasing - glad to hear you enjoy playing it! 😊

  • @wowzers1352
    @wowzers1352 4 місяці тому

    This piece is amazing and using Contra bass clarinet is so creative and cool. Please make for pieces involving Contra based clarinet and more pieces like this. I love it and you did an amazing job

  • @Vitamin_D_
    @Vitamin_D_ 2 роки тому +8

    So beautiful, it'd be amazing to play this someday if I ever get a contra, which is on my list of instruments to get in the future.

    • @InstrumentManiac
      @InstrumentManiac  2 роки тому +3

      You should totally get one!

    • @Vitamin_D_
      @Vitamin_D_ 2 роки тому

      @@InstrumentManiac I want to, but they are so expensive, but one day I'll get one!

  • @FunkyN7
    @FunkyN7 2 роки тому +5

    Wow! This is incredible. I feel so blown away and humbled that I can watch and listen to your creation. It's like dude!....how! It's so good!!! Thank you as always!

  • @theguy4878
    @theguy4878 2 роки тому +4

    BEAUTIFUL. Would LOVE to see more of the Grand Bass! This piece reminds me of the beautiful Battlefield 1 themes

    • @InstrumentManiac
      @InstrumentManiac  2 роки тому +2

      Glad you like it! Already workin on a few themes with it 😄

  • @tamarawhite2520
    @tamarawhite2520 Рік тому +1

    I love this song I can tell you worked so hard on it especially on a brand new instrument

  • @Dark_Crusader633
    @Dark_Crusader633 Рік тому

    Just the sound of the contra clarinet it's majestic and really cool I'd love to see more

  • @darthvader5532
    @darthvader5532 2 роки тому +21

    You wasted no time getting down to business with the new Clarinet. Love it! I can feel that energy through the screen.
    As always, your playing is beautiful and thereputic. Thanks Luke for another nugget of joy. 🥂
    Edit: what key is this in? Am is what I'm getting with hints of D#M.

    • @InstrumentManiac
      @InstrumentManiac  2 роки тому +6

      Thanks Darth glad you like it! I know it starts in G major and then after that... goes somewhere 😂

    • @darthvader5532
      @darthvader5532 2 роки тому

      @@InstrumentManiac it goes somewhere 🤣🤣🤣 it really does, and it's a nice place. Thanks man. Appreciate the info.

  • @joemaffei
    @joemaffei 2 роки тому +14

    I bet a cover of Hallelujah would sound awesome on the contrabass clarinet.

  • @noahvanhoosier7124
    @noahvanhoosier7124 Рік тому +1

    Ive been listening to this for months to fall asleep and it really has brought tears to my eyes, the melody is wonderful and adding all the other layers ontop makes the whole piece beautiful. WONDERFUL JOB 👍❤️

  • @MrMoppedheizer
    @MrMoppedheizer 2 роки тому +1

    I have no idea why the algorithm suggested this video to me... contrabass clarinet? What the hell?
    But the sound is absolutely beguiling, just like your composition and the way you play!
    Never heard anything like it!

  • @fesswah
    @fesswah 11 місяців тому

    Simply beautiful. Thank you so much for all the work you did making this amazing video for all to see !!!

  • @mlwins7
    @mlwins7 27 днів тому

    If I were to play this on a heavy repeat cycle, it would put me to sleep. It's just so calming.

  • @AnaticulaeIratae14
    @AnaticulaeIratae14 Місяць тому

    Thank you for this. This is wonderful

  • @SpadeYTx
    @SpadeYTx 8 місяців тому

    beautiful, excellent tone I love the melancholic feel to it. The distinct tone of every chord. Wonderful, have a nice day.

  • @evahollaus2221
    @evahollaus2221 2 роки тому +1

    Wonderful, thank you!

  • @TheBeardedSandman
    @TheBeardedSandman 2 роки тому +2

    We need more of this

  • @antonseeberg971
    @antonseeberg971 2 роки тому +2

    Thank You! I have no words to express. Just loving it! It needs to be shared and promoted!

  • @alipakdin7372
    @alipakdin7372 11 місяців тому

    Very beautifully played!Bravo!

  • @Unmannedair
    @Unmannedair Рік тому +1

    My first anniversary is coming up. This perfectly describes the last year. This is simultaneously the best and worst year of my life. Ukraine isn't what it was, but I'd go through all of it again for her. I'm going to play this with a little video presentation I made. I think this will be the perfect tone. Bittersweet but very beautiful. Thank you. I'm sure it will touch her deeply.

  • @dcallan812
    @dcallan812 2 роки тому +3

    Very nice, I am looking foward to hearing this instrument more. 2x👍

  • @allisterhasADHD
    @allisterhasADHD Рік тому

    Beautiful piece! It's so great to see music written for low clarinets!

  • @andrewcordle2424
    @andrewcordle2424 2 роки тому +1

    A beautifully well played piece on all of the instruments !!!
    👍😎

  • @pernordin2641
    @pernordin2641 Рік тому

    The timber is at many times close to a bowed instrument. Fascinating.

  • @lemau8458
    @lemau8458 2 роки тому +3

    This song sounds insanely good with a subwoofer.

  • @ManuelJBD
    @ManuelJBD 2 роки тому +2

    Absolutely beautiful!!

  • @skittstheturtle
    @skittstheturtle 10 місяців тому

    idk if this is weird but i enjoy putting this on loop to go to sleep to. Its a very calming piece, and it really helps me get my thoughts together. Thank you for the work you put into this masterpiece ☺

  • @wikusswart5109
    @wikusswart5109 2 роки тому +2

    Just beautiful!

  • @somerandomdude1869
    @somerandomdude1869 10 місяців тому +1

    I searched up contrabass clarinet for a music project that was about the song Waterfall you did and i find this video while listening to one of your songs

  • @user-ob5dq6sq5y
    @user-ob5dq6sq5y 2 роки тому +2

    Worries strangle growth un afraid
    Defenders stand,flourishing and free

  • @michaelk294
    @michaelk294 2 роки тому +2

    Beautiful!

  • @logictom7254
    @logictom7254 Рік тому +1

    Bass Clarinets or Contrabass Clarinets (dunno if they are the same) are so amazing yet so rare, especially to have that much of an appearance as in this song. Absolutely gorgeous. Maybe you could do a cover of Kwolok's Hollow one day, it has an amazing bass clarinet, too :D

  • @legendarylvlmusic
    @legendarylvlmusic 10 місяців тому +1

    i like your new composition

  • @Leo___________
    @Leo___________ 2 роки тому +3

    Amazing stuff! Let's boost the algorithm.

  • @vadimislearningguitar4977
    @vadimislearningguitar4977 10 місяців тому

    it is a big love - for this

  • @Funcakes20
    @Funcakes20 2 роки тому +12

    Lovely song! Here's a silly question for you: Does the hardening of your fingertips from playing string instruments make it harder to plug the tone holes on a flute or recorder? Thanks!

  • @JustinFrazier_360
    @JustinFrazier_360 2 роки тому +3

    Amazing work

  • @aishaaponte2023
    @aishaaponte2023 2 роки тому +1

    i really felt this

  • @antonseeberg971
    @antonseeberg971 2 роки тому +1

    what can I do!? this piece has become my real all time favourite! spread it to others!

  • @lordvader1672
    @lordvader1672 2 роки тому +1

    Very cinematic feeling love it

  • @AiMR
    @AiMR Рік тому

    Beautiful theme.

  • @bp291405
    @bp291405 3 місяці тому

    For those who've seenthe series, and perhaps some availability heuristic at work too as I'd just finished the series, but reminds me of the tone of Andor. Very much actually with that contrabass and pensive melody.

  • @crima1829
    @crima1829 2 роки тому +1

    Not gonna lie, I tiered up while listening to this. Keep up the grind.

  • @recepivedikofficalYT
    @recepivedikofficalYT 2 місяці тому

    1:15 I l❤ve this sound! 💖💖💖

  • @fruitcasket
    @fruitcasket 2 роки тому +1

    Incredible work as always

  • @carlitos5336
    @carlitos5336 2 роки тому +2

    Great!!!!

  • @gotosleep123
    @gotosleep123 2 роки тому +3

    video is relaxing

  • @RustyRed05
    @RustyRed05 2 роки тому +3

    All I gotta say is
    Woah

  • @aleksanderboardwine367
    @aleksanderboardwine367 2 роки тому +3

    I feel a couple of hollowknight themes would sound really nice if covered by a cb clari

  • @thelookingcat
    @thelookingcat Рік тому +2

    Whoa that sounds incredible! Apart from the composition, what Contrabass model is that? I use an old Leblanc in school, which is still pretty good, but I'd love to try out your setup if possible, at least the mouthpiece model/reed cut and strength!

    • @InstrumentManiac
      @InstrumentManiac  Рік тому

      Thanks! I think it's just a standard Leblanc mouthpiece it came with 😂 For reeds I use 2.5 but spend a lot of time shaving them to get the response better!

    • @thelookingcat
      @thelookingcat Рік тому

      @@InstrumentManiac 2.5? I didn't know they make those, and 100% agree about needing to shave them, contra really needs the response. Glad to know I'm not alone in that matter!

  • @nonohacks
    @nonohacks 2 роки тому

    Incredible

  • @riccardoaccordi
    @riccardoaccordi 2 роки тому

    This is beautiful, dude

  • @neonrecording
    @neonrecording 2 роки тому +4

    Amazing....
    I must ask.... What reeds/mouthpiece are you on?

    • @InstrumentManiac
      @InstrumentManiac  2 роки тому +3

      Thanks! It's the Leblanc mouthpiece ~$80ish & rovener ligature.
      I use vandoren wood reeds but I soak and file them down so they play more consistently. Definitely necessary for these reeds that are the size of a 2 x 4!

  • @flossingjonah9066
    @flossingjonah9066 2 роки тому +1

    This song reminds me of Alyssa. We were both misfits in elementary school and both of us were bullied. I was her only friend. We hugged and held hands, but never kissed. We played at recess every day, ate lunch together, and despite being one grade younger than me, were lab partners. Sadly she moved away over the summer, and I never got her number. Nobody else who went to my school can remember her, and I'm on an endless search for her. I'm crying right now.
    If we ever meet again, I pray that on a sunny day on the beach in June, she is wearing a white dress with a veil while carrying a bouquet of carnations, and I am wearing a black tuxedo and a top hat.

    • @Snowowowie
      @Snowowowie Рік тому

      bro... you knew this girl in elementary school and you wanna marry her?????

    • @flossingjonah9066
      @flossingjonah9066 Рік тому

      @@Snowowowie Well I'm autistic and she was my first close friend.

  • @TheSLUSO
    @TheSLUSO 2 роки тому +2

    Very nice! Now I just have to find an exceptional bass clarinetist, harpist, and we can perform this! 😃

    • @InstrumentManiac
      @InstrumentManiac  2 роки тому +1

      Thanks! Haha you can always substitute for clarinet and piano too :)

    • @TheSLUSO
      @TheSLUSO 2 роки тому

      @@InstrumentManiac Not good enough! 🤣

  • @SamuEL-73nuu.o.S
    @SamuEL-73nuu.o.S 2 роки тому +2

    Mazing! The tone is just 👐 brilliant. The contrabass is great (also what is the key?). I even have picked back up my clarinet just because I have been inspired by you and your channel.

    • @InstrumentManiac
      @InstrumentManiac  2 роки тому +2

      Thanks Samu! Contra is in Bb, 2 octaves below the normal one. Glad to hear you picked it up again!

  • @edihnl2
    @edihnl2 Рік тому

    Beautiful! I thought I was the only one who played contrabass clarinet and harp. Who was your harp teacher?

  • @tharios4289
    @tharios4289 2 роки тому

    Amazing love it 😌👍☺️

  • @vincenoname
    @vincenoname 2 роки тому

    this is fucking beautiful

  • @JMcdon1627
    @JMcdon1627 Рік тому

    Just beautiful. I would also love to hear the Octobass or (Octocontrabass) that LeBlanc himself owned, the only one. 😃