If you are ever searching for the meaning to life look no further than beginning at 2:43... where the bass line begins to move chromatically starting at F sharp and ends on B natural two measures up.... I can't explain why but that movement is the meaning to life!
Several weeks ago I downloaded a free version of Air on G and really found it uninspired, reduced for simplicity, and very unsatisfying to learn. So, I went searching and landed on the Los Angeles Guitar Academy website where I heard a beautiful version of Air on G and, immediately, purchased and downloaded it. I'm, now, loving every challenging moment I'm putting into learning and memorizing it. I'm so thankful to LAGA for their music and what they are giving to the classical guitar community. Thanks you guys. You're great!
I still don't get why so many people who should know better continue to incorrectly name this incredible piece of music. Bach's " Air " from his 3rd Orchestral Suite is played in the key of D major, like the video is. Air on a G string is an arrangement by August Wilhelmj late in the 19th century, dropping down one whole note from D major to C major, such as is most commonly played on the guitar. He did it because he realized that in so doing, the entire piece could be played on a single string on the violin, i.e., the " G " string, thus giving his arrangement it's name. Whatever, this piece of music by the master is in my opinion, one of the most beautiful compositions Bach, or anyone, has ever written.
Just downloaded the PDF of this piece | purchased from LAGA | the transcription is accurate, faithful to the spirit of this classic and the finger positioning is very helpful | works perfectly against the video | Anthony White | UK
@Jason Lewis - The guitarist is Dr. Emre Sabuncuoglu, the online instructor for the Los Angeles Guitar Academy. He is also the arranger for all of the transcriptions he plays, not to mention that he has a doctorate in music and a masters in mathematics. Check out his bio en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emre_Sabuncuo%C4%9Flu
I am still getting the notes under my fingers, but the beauty of Bach paired with this stellar arrangement sustains and rewards practice time. Be prepared to stretch index and ring finger across four frets. The chromaticism/resolutions are achingly good. Notation and tabs well marked. LAGA is a find and not just for crazy advanced pros.
I purchased the score and found that the arrangement is truly serious and effective. You do have changed my concept on the classical guitar repertoire! For those who have difficulty in handling the stretch at 0:22, I'd like to suggest to try changing the left-hand fingering just before it from 1-2-4 to 1-3-4. Then you should concentrate on the stretch of your index finger only. Anyway, thank you for your great works.
For those who are not aware I learned in Music Appreciation class 10 years ago, at the ripe old age of 48, that Bach believed and wrote all his music for God. He believed that music was sacred and he wrote his pieces for the church. Thats pretty awesome. and here we are in 2019. I believe!
BRAVO!!! Pure beauty! This is an absolutely stunning and satisfying arrangement for the classic guitar. I've downloaded the score and practice it since a week. I was happy to pay for this piece. Thank you very much for your work.
In case y'all were wondering, it's in Drop-D tuning. I just figured it out because the bass at 0:13-0:15 didn't match the fret sound at standard. I'm struggling to learn this and get a clear sound hahaha
Erik fp This kind of thing is good for beginers cause it's a challenge. Sometime ago I tried to take the Villa Lobos choro n1. I wasn't a begginer, but it was too much for my level, so It really was a challenge. But it was my greatest upgrade since then.
Erik fp Dude you have no idea. I studied piano for like 6 months and dropped. And now i keep learning the right hand of random stretchs, from ramdom Chopin stuff LOL. Right now i'm trying the ending of the opus 10 nº5 hahahah
Just bought the sheet music (including the tabs) for this one and I must say that they're pretty accurate and easy to figure out!! Can't play it yet as perfectly as this master does, but keep improving my technique everyday by practicing and watching the videos!! Congrats for the good work LAGA!!
Very, very nice arrangement. Much nicer to my ears than other transcriptions that enable plahing in open position. When I hear those I secretly wish they do the unthinkable urge put a capo on it and get the piece up to proper register. Will be studying this. Thanks heaps.
The transcription for this is the best I've found, I couldn't figure the timing for this piece for guitar, can't play it all yet, but have got alot further with this tab.
Que música linda. Bach nos proporcionou as músicas mais lindas que já existiu. Vou ter que aprender partitura para que um dia eu possa aprender essa canção.
My comments echo those already posted... That was very nice. GREAT transcription. I have actually searched high and low (unsuccessfully until today) for this version. Most others who have posted this sorta fudge it, and the bass melody is reduced to some repeated notes. I am subscribed and this now resides in my favorites!
Lovely arrangement with great voices weaving in and out. Of the many arrangements on YT this is one of my favourites. And great playing as well. Thank you! Jz
Superb. I really like this version, probably the best arrangement for guitar that I've heard. I spent a lot of effort on learning a version in E minor - which I'm still working on - but I like this arrangement so much that I'm tempted to start again from scratch.
I'll say one thing, I may not be able to afford your arrangements but they are definitely some of the best arrangements available, and for the solo performer the arrangement is everything:)
Awesome 👏🏻 so beautifully played. Magic tones. Amazing how great JS Bach was ... this one works alone is more than a built Pyramid in terms of musical knowledge and genuis.
J'ai 13 ans, je suis au collège, et je suis la seule de mon age à écouter du Jean-Sébastien Bach. Je ne vois pas pourquoi les autres se moquent de moi, car si ils croient que "Booba" ou "La Fouine" (d'ailleurs je ne sais pas d'où vient ce nom) font de la musique alors qu'Est-ce que sa sera plus tard!
To those who are trying to be cheap and figure the piece by just watching the video, I invite you to buy the music, it is much easier and faster to learn. I started the same way, then got tired of the back and forth in playing the video. I made the investment of buying the sheet music from LAGA and Im totally happy I did. I also found out that by just watching the video I was missing notes. The video serves as good guide for me, since I only know how to read tabs. LAGA keep up the good work!
Thank you, everyone, for your kind words and continued support. We are thrilled to announce that sheet music for ALL our publications (including the recently released tab versions) are now available for purchase on our website, onlineguitaracademy.net/classical-guitar-sheet-music -LAGA
This is why I play guitar. To all you who are asking for the tabs and sheet music I have two things. 1) It tells you where to purchase it in the about section. 2) The camera is set up perfectly. You don't need the sheet music or the tab. Watch. Listen. Repeat. Learn. Doing it this way, you will learn the piece better, you will learn the guitar faster, and you will be a better player. That's how I plan to learn it.
That's ridiculous to try and learn it just by watching the video. You'll never get all the intricate details, plus you'll never build the proficiency to learn better and harder pieces. Not to mention it will take forever. It is great to have the videos and thanks to LAGA for providing them. but you definitely need the sheet music or tabs.
Wow, great arrangement ! it was played really well, and the 4 voices stand out perfectly! I also played this piece in my channel, but your arrangement is really beautiful!
Complete list of Dr. Emre's Bach arrangements for solo guitar: ua-cam.com/play/PL18tTu-0TnfrfXhOA52o_M_UPCL8TIrtQ.html
When a genius composer meets a genius guitar player you get this kind of performance.
If you are ever searching for the meaning to life look no further than beginning at 2:43... where the bass line begins to move chromatically starting at F sharp and ends on B natural two measures up.... I can't explain why but that movement is the meaning to life!
uneedtherapy42 agreed. It’s sublime and gives me chills every time. I sing along with the ascending line and it’s aaaaaahh!
Good catch, I inject the meaning of life here and there in my compositions!
@@johannsebastianbach3411 u was kang
@@johannsebastianbach3411 Hahah
Several weeks ago I downloaded a free version of Air on G and really found it uninspired, reduced for simplicity, and very unsatisfying to learn. So, I went searching and landed on the Los Angeles Guitar Academy website where I heard a beautiful version of Air on G and, immediately, purchased and downloaded it. I'm, now, loving every challenging moment I'm putting into learning and memorizing it. I'm so thankful to LAGA for their music and what they are giving to the classical guitar community. Thanks you guys. You're great!
I still don't get why so many people who should know better continue to incorrectly name this incredible piece of music. Bach's " Air " from his 3rd Orchestral Suite is played in the key of D major, like the video is. Air on a G string is an arrangement by August Wilhelmj late in the 19th century, dropping down one whole note from D major to C major, such as is most commonly played on the guitar. He did it because he realized that in so doing, the entire piece could be played on a single string on the violin, i.e., the " G " string, thus giving his arrangement it's name. Whatever, this piece of music by the master is in my opinion, one of the most beautiful compositions Bach, or anyone, has ever written.
Emre has gotten so much better over those 9 years.
This is an amazing performance but I feel that he improved a lot since
Just downloaded the PDF of this piece | purchased from LAGA | the transcription is accurate, faithful to the spirit of this classic and the finger positioning is very helpful | works perfectly against the video | Anthony White | UK
@Jason Lewis - The guitarist is Dr. Emre Sabuncuoglu, the online instructor for the Los Angeles Guitar Academy. He is also the arranger for all of the transcriptions he plays, not to mention that he has a doctorate in music and a masters in mathematics. Check out his bio en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Emre_Sabuncuo%C4%9Flu
I am still getting the notes under my fingers, but the beauty of Bach paired with this stellar arrangement sustains and rewards practice time. Be prepared to stretch index and ring finger across four frets. The chromaticism/resolutions are achingly good. Notation and tabs well marked. LAGA is a find and not just for crazy advanced pros.
UN CHEF Œuvre que ce soit au piano, à la guitare, au violon.............Monsieur Bach était un génie des émotions...............
I purchased the score and found that the arrangement is truly serious and effective. You do have changed my concept on the classical guitar repertoire! For those who have difficulty in handling the stretch at 0:22, I'd like to suggest to try changing the left-hand fingering just before it from 1-2-4 to 1-3-4. Then you should concentrate on the stretch of your index finger only. Anyway, thank you for your great works.
For those who are not aware I learned in Music Appreciation class 10 years ago, at the ripe old age of 48, that Bach believed and wrote all his music for God. He believed that music was sacred and he wrote his pieces for the church. Thats pretty awesome. and here we are in 2019. I believe!
I just bought the score for this. As usual, Emre's transcription is fantastic. Love his stuff.
This guy has the smartest play I've ever seen...... Greetings from China
BRAVO!!! Pure beauty! This is an absolutely stunning and satisfying arrangement for the classic guitar. I've downloaded the score and practice it since a week. I was happy to pay for this piece. Thank you very much for your work.
I love that you're arranging this in D major. This is how I've always struggled to learn it. :)
Little do we realize, but this is more jazzy than modern jazz.. Damn you bach, you beat us to everything!
In case y'all were wondering, it's in Drop-D tuning. I just figured it out because the bass at 0:13-0:15 didn't match the fret sound at standard. I'm struggling to learn this and get a clear sound hahaha
Bret Salisbury stick with it, it's a good piece for beginners to get their teeth into
Alvaro Munoz-joy this is no piece for a beginner.
Erik fp This kind of thing is good for beginers cause it's a challenge.
Sometime ago I tried to take the Villa Lobos choro n1.
I wasn't a begginer, but it was too much for my level, so It really was a challenge.
But it was my greatest upgrade since then.
I often find myself doing the same thing, haha.
Erik fp Dude you have no idea. I studied piano for like 6 months and dropped. And now i keep learning the right hand of random stretchs, from ramdom Chopin stuff LOL. Right now i'm trying the ending of the opus 10 nº5 hahahah
Just bought the sheet music (including the tabs) for this one and I must say that they're pretty accurate and easy to figure out!! Can't play it yet as perfectly as this master does, but keep improving my technique everyday by practicing and watching the videos!! Congrats for the good work LAGA!!
Where did you get the sheet music for this online?
@@mikhaelSpeijer2122 onlineguitaracademy.net/product/air-on-a-g-string-bwv-1068-by-j-s-bach-for-classical-guitar
If you were thinking "Bach would be proud," then I'd like to inform you that you are god damn right!
Thanks Mr. Bach, very cool.
I wasn't thinking that until you mentioned it. But now I am. Does that count?
Omg I knew Bach did not die. Bach please teach me composition, you are my God!
@Wolfgang Antonio Monteverdi 🤭😅😂
As religious as he was Bach would never dare to talk like that.. you sacrilegius
The simple... and on the other side the gorgeous and wonderful music.
Thanks.
my sisters wedding song. walking down the isle with my father. thanks. beautiful
How nice to see the instrument up close.
Very, very nice arrangement. Much nicer to my ears than other transcriptions that enable plahing in open position. When I hear those I secretly wish they do the unthinkable urge put a capo on it and get the piece up to proper register. Will be studying this. Thanks heaps.
I'm so glad, the viola parts and violin 2 parts can be heard!!!
The transcription for this is the best I've found, I couldn't figure the timing for this piece for guitar, can't play it all yet, but have got alot further with this tab.
I keep trying to learn this but just stop and listen - Mr Bach where ever you are - Thankyou :)
Que música linda. Bach nos proporcionou as músicas mais lindas que já existiu. Vou ter que aprender partitura para que um dia eu possa aprender essa canção.
Holy mother of God!! Amazing playing!
That was just...beyond words. Your talent amazes me.
Holy mother. Well played my friend... Got those counter melodies in there. Drop D too. Impressed
I think drop D makes a big difference. it's in the original key too.
J.S.Bach performed well fills the soul
OMG, I just love Bach and wish my gnarly old fingers could work anything like yours. Very nicely played.
guitar sounds amazing! which luthier build this magic wand in your hands?
As always, your performances and selections are outstanding!
What a beautiful performance! I could listen and listen. Thank you 👍
My comments echo those already posted... That was very nice. GREAT transcription. I have actually searched high and low (unsuccessfully until today) for this version. Most others who have posted this sorta fudge it, and the bass melody is reduced to some repeated notes. I am subscribed and this now resides in my favorites!
best version on YT - great job! ..and thanks for posting.
Lovely arrangement with great voices weaving in and out. Of the many arrangements on YT this is one of my favourites. And great playing as well. Thank you! Jz
And I’ll add that this is simply the IDEAL camera shot angle! Best, jz
Nicely arranged. I'm going to study this piece today.
Hermoso, escuchar la interpretación en esta guitarra es inspirador.
¡Gracias 1000!
For far, my favorite classic song
The best version of AIR
Never seen in this key before... excellent..
Just purchased the score for this beautifully played rendition. Thanks LAGA!
I bought this transcription! Very beautiful!
Superb. I really like this version, probably the best arrangement for guitar that I've heard. I spent a lot of effort on learning a version in E minor - which I'm still working on - but I like this arrangement so much that I'm tempted to start again from scratch.
Reading this again I notice I put E minor when I meant C major. Doh!
Noel Walters did you ever finish learning it?
I never thought to hear this on Guitar. Is a Masterpiece
incredible sound and feeling.
Just....soul-touching.... Amazing...
I can't begin to telly you how this is beautfull!!! Thx for sharing!!!
AMAZING MIRACLE
Superb finger work. Love it.
EXCELENTE MAESTRO FELICITACIONES...............
I don't know who is playing this. But i bet J.S. Bach would be proud of this guitar player :)
Fantastic playing man
Fantastic arrangement!!
Your repertoire is just fascinating, as it's all that guitarists don't play but want to play!
Видел многих...Ты лучший.
I'll say one thing,
I may not be able to afford your arrangements but they are definitely
some of the best arrangements available,
and for the solo performer the arrangement is everything:)
Is your space bar broken?
That was sooooo beautiful
I purchased the music sheet for this arrangement: it is really well done and I found it beautiful!
Awesome 👏🏻 so beautifully played. Magic tones. Amazing how great JS Bach was ... this one works alone is more than a built Pyramid in terms of musical knowledge and genuis.
Nice N' Precise...love the passion.
Amazing..great perfomance
Bella interpretación y magistral ejecución. Un saludo desde Nicaragua. Felicidades 🎉 🎈
ça fait plaisir d'entendre ça. je suis guitariste aussi et croyez bien que j'apprécie le jeu nuancé et pondéré.
Beautiful..
J'ai 13 ans, je suis au collège, et je suis la seule de mon age à écouter du Jean-Sébastien Bach. Je ne vois pas pourquoi les autres se moquent de moi, car si ils croient que "Booba" ou "La Fouine" (d'ailleurs je ne sais pas d'où vient ce nom) font de la musique alors qu'Est-ce que sa sera plus tard!
Brilliant. Sounds incredible, and I can actually follow your finger movements. Maybe in 15 years I can sound so good. Or maybe not : ) Thanks !
To those who are trying to be cheap and figure the piece by just watching the video, I invite you to buy the music, it is much easier and faster to learn. I started the same way, then got tired of the back and forth in playing the video. I made the investment of buying the sheet music from LAGA and Im totally happy I did. I also found out that by just watching the video I was missing notes. The video serves as good guide for me, since I only know how to read tabs. LAGA keep up the good work!
I can't read music though
Well said...
It's that im cheap , i simply can't afford it but id gladly pay for it and most people are like me too , but i get your point
Agreed but I also noticed some of the notes in the sheet music are not played (sounds better)
They also have this piece in tablature form. Like Bach’s Bouree in Em is in tab. Also.
Execução impecável,belíssimo,Parabéns 👏👏👏👏👏Só os invejosos não perceberam isso.
Very,very beautiful!!! Congratulations 😊👏
amazing performance :))))
Nice warm tone
Great music bro! 🎉
Played at the speed and expression i like ❤
Favorite Channel....
THANK YOU... THANK YOU...THANK YOU!!!
Bellissimo! I'm speechless :)
c vraiment magnifique
Just perfect,🙏
Bravo! You are one of the only one who plays it in D, like me.
Great I just bough the partiture with tab it is Excelent and play is very funy
I haven´t mastered this one yet, but the part I know feel soo good to play..
PARA MIM É UMA DAS MAIS LINDAS MELODIAS !
This video just made my day absolutely fabulous! Where can I get s copy of the sheet music?
This was tastefully done ! 👍👏💜🥁🎵🐉🎤🎶💞
Noooooooooooooooo ya me voy a enviciar con la viola de nuevo, lpm.... Me encanta este tema!!!
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Thank you, everyone, for your kind words and continued support. We are thrilled to announce that sheet music for ALL our publications (including the recently released tab versions) are now available for purchase on our website, onlineguitaracademy.net/classical-guitar-sheet-music
-LAGA
Very nice!
This is why I play guitar.
To all you who are asking for the tabs and sheet music I have two things. 1) It tells you where to purchase it in the about section. 2) The camera is set up perfectly. You don't need the sheet music or the tab. Watch. Listen. Repeat. Learn. Doing it this way, you will learn the piece better, you will learn the guitar faster, and you will be a better player. That's how I plan to learn it.
***** sheet music master race
That's ridiculous to try and learn it just by watching the video. You'll never get all the intricate details, plus you'll never build the proficiency to learn better and harder pieces. Not to mention it will take forever. It is great to have the videos and thanks to LAGA for providing them. but you definitely need the sheet music or tabs.
@Charley Says 💀
Que lindo!🤩
Wow, great arrangement ! it was played really well, and the 4 voices stand out perfectly! I also played this piece in my channel, but your arrangement is really beautiful!
Um músico com alma musical.
Nice view of your left hand!
Bravissimo!!!!!!!! ti ammiro.
오 클래식기타 바흐 잘 어울리내요 굿 잘듣고 갑니다
Damn... mantaappp ...saluteeee