Yasmin Williams, "Restless Heart" Night Owl | NPR Music
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- Опубліковано 10 вер 2024
- Yasmin Williams only started playing the guitar after beating all the songs on expert-level on Guitar Hero II. Nine years later, she was a standout of the 2018 Tiny Desk Contest fueled by Lagunitas Brewing Co. Watch her performance from Corcoran School of the Arts and Design at the George Washington University.
Woah thank you all for the nice comments! Didn't know this video was on UA-cam haha!
Yasmin Williams you are amazing Yasmin, thank you for your art.
You are great. Keep up the great work.
Ma'am, I could listen to you play that for hours. So real.
Your piece was absolutely charming. Loved when you were tapping out the beats.
thank you for sharing your art! 🙌
This song makes me wanna leave my hometown to travel solo cross country on a Greyhound bus, looking out the window while the opening credits roll.
Cheyenne Colin Do it!!!!!!!
Cheyenne Colin the most exciting part of movies I’d say, the parts that are full of possibilities
Exactly
@Derek Johansen or something too funny
Yeeeeees!!!!!!
it's amazing how many ways you can play a guitar
Flawless musicianship. That is what talent and hardwork look like when combined. BRAVO! Yasmin!
Talent is a result of hard work. The concept of people being inherently "gifted" is flawed and ultimately a good way to discourage people from feeling like they can achieve their goals.
Go head baby! THIS type of talent is what's birthed when you support your child's interest and passion! SPECTACULAR!
i know right? its so crazy how many people don't support their children's talents and interest, it's so stupid expecting everyone to just be the same and not give them the support they need to do what they want to shine.
Damn, I ain't seen someone finger style on their lap like that in like 20 years. Pro skill.
My mind is blown. Every detail about her playing is amazing. That gorgeous hair. The stary night shirt. I love it all.
You brought me tears of Joy, Happiness, Hope and Memories. Beautiful music, thank you!
What a beautiful sound to wake up to 😍😍😍 Magic ❤🌻⚘🌺🌼🌷❤.
Just got up too and thought the same thing. Good morning and have a good day!
Whoa! That was incredible...I'm speechless.
I'm really sad atm and this this is making me feel better. Thank you lady.
💖
hope you get better!
Amazing! I’ve never seen anyone play this way. Wow.
brilliant, nothing but wide open blue skies ahead for Yasmin. She has Michael Hedges (RIP) smiling down over her immense talent.
@@TerenceTreeLowery808 right on Terence! That must've been more than special w/him (guessing circa Windham Hill days.) I did what turned out to be his last interview, oddly for Music & Computers mag; he was beyond stoked about taking the plunge into his first Mac's bag of tricks, how unique would that've sounded right? Invited me up to his Mendo house/studio but that sadly that terrible car crash just days before. But so cool that he lives on w/all these gifted fingertappers ever since, like Yasmin. cheers
The music I've heard is great. It's got a good healing/ soothing vibe that's good for the soul. .. rather comforting 😌 ✨️..
Wow..
Thank you..it's great 👍 !!
Maestra !!
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Breathtaking! I have goosebumps on my goosebumps! Exquisite job, Ms. Williams! For all those who wonder how it happens, this is what it looks like when the next world-renowned musician begins to stretch her wings and make herself known. Keep pushing, Ms. Williams.
Gracias por tu entrega, mi espíritu se enlaza a las notas y se eleva en suspiro, al escuchar tu interpretación, honro tu Vida.
August rush, john butler trio, ben howard and many talented musicians did this and I always loved the unique sound. You are amazing !!!
Sounds a bit too much like Ocean. Still lovely.
Not to take anything away from this young lady because this was very good, but for those who have never seen a guitar played this way before, check out a really good movie called August Rush.
Kaiser Wilhelm I literally thought of that movie when she started playing this way!!!
This is a lot of work! Respect to the discipline
her knocking on the guitar made me think something's always knocking on the "door" of a Restless Heart 🙌💯🎶👍
Sakinah Abdussamad Possibilities are at the door, open your heart.
your offering is so appreciated!!! Absolutely wonderful.
Just beautiful, guitar is an unaccomplished instrument open for bunch of hard working genius
Hardwork passion' humbleness and pure virtuosity. Something few only work on and achieve!!!!!! "yasmin got it!!!!!!! I wish more young women take upto to this style of Guitar.
Yasmin Williams, you are amazing, very inspiring to me. Thank you for doing what makes you happy:-)
If I wasn't watching, I might think 2 or 3 people were playing. Fantastic style and something I could listen to all day.
Wow! This is beautiful! I’m going to listen to your album for my morning commute to chill me out 🙂
Wow..
Thank you..it's great 👍 !!
Maestra !!
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I'm so glad this is a possibility of playing the guitar! Years ago I tried this on an acoustic guitar since I never really learned how to play it before and it didn't work...
Now I see you just need a pickup to capture the sound and some more practice!
I can see not only your amazing talent but what is more important - your hard work and that's beautiful. God bless you!!
This absolutely phenomenal!
The most beautiful thing I have seen and heard in a while. Thank you
Definitely a keeper. Beautiful, love it. Thank you for sharing.
Wonderful! Thank you for making and sharing this.
So beautiful
Oh my God! Wunderschön! 👏👏👏
Yasmin - this song came up for me on a random "Discover Weekly" Spotify playlist this week and I am now currently listening to it at maximum volume on repeat. I absolutely LOVE your sound and style. This song makes me want to cry and dance all at the same time. Thank you for sharing your musical gifts with the world!
Yes! Yasmin Williams slays!!
great way to start my Monday. Thanks NPR
Just found you from the WaPo article and am I so glad I did. You’re beautiful and the music you are making touches me deep inside. Bless you ❤️
hi yasmin....saw you at women of fingerstyle guitar at house of blues, anaheim ca, january 16. you are amazing! what a fantastic show. loved every performance.
It's so refreshing to see someone at your age slappin and a tappin the fretboard at this technical level!... Post more please. Sharing is caring ☺️
Stunning!!! Absolutely made my day!!!
Mesmerising music. Sincere thanks.
Absolutely incredible!
Wonderful! Thank you.
Only 26 people didn't like it cause it wasn't long enough? Crazy. Should def be longer.
So much greatness in one video. Thank you!
I came here because I read an article in the New York Times about the changing face of solo guitar. This was wonderful and innovative. The three minutes passed swiftly!
😊 what a gem 💎
Simply amazing! One of the best recommended videos UA-cam's ever given me 😄
Wow, she is amazing!
Looking forward to seeing you fly! Such talent!
This took my breath away, bless yr heart baby. Thank u for all the hard work it took to accomplish this wonderful composition. 🥰😍🤣
Tears every time.
August Rush
marwinout that’s what I thought too!
I was beginning to wonder if anyone here had seen the film!! Still prodigy talent.
"There's a progidy hidding under my bed" 😄
I think we're the only ones... Great film! To see this little girl's talent inspired by it is amazing.
Go Yasmin! You are talented and blessed!
This is so excellent it’s hard to put into words. I’m a long time fan of this style and my Don Ross and Andy McKee-loving heart is ready to add a new fabulous artist to my playlists! Wow Yasmin!!!!!!
Magical!!! ❤
Waouh! Vous êtes formidable!
You're Great😍😍😍
Just amazing!
Soooo beautiful!!!!!! ♥️♥️
Heard first 5 sec...Liked!! Wish there was a loved button!! Much Love.
WOW! I Love this!
Just discovered her. She is great!
I get such hope for the future seeing you perform. I love finger-picking music, and you have evolved technically how a guitar can sing. Jeff Healey, blind blues legend, played his guitar as you do (very similar). Keep up what you are doing. Be fearless!!!
I have just discovered Yasmine, I am spell bound.
Some of the most eminently enjoyable guitar-playing I've ever heard. Just wonderful.
Truly amazing talent
Thank you Yasmin for the outstanding performance! It was so light and flowing and playful and soulful. Real treat
A totally amazing performance!
This was Amazing! Blown away by the story converted through the music.... especially the ending. And seriously, one handed though 🤯 . This lady needs to do scoring & soundtrack composition. She's talented
This child is so gifted 💜
This is surely some kind of actual magic, and certainly guitar heroisim.
Beautiful!!!!!
Wow!!!! Keep it up Yasmin!!! Beautiful!!!!
Wow! Just flat-out stunning. I particularly enjoyed the little bit of flash at the end. Beautiful.
Unbelievable amazing!!
Goosebumps & tears! Thank you, Yasmin!
Omg I met you at a Sofar concert, you’re so cool, I’m so glad you’re getting this attention!! Your music is like a big hug
She reminds me of Shakey Graves. She's so talented!
That's who this reminds me of! Incredible. I admire people like this so very much. Makes me feel like a musical hack. Lol
You have magic in your hands...Go girl❤️
This feels like home. Ty and woooooooow
OMG, my ears couldn’t be happier! Thank you so much for making my Monday much better! Xoxo from Brazil 🇧🇷💋
Beautiful.
Wonderful. Reminds me a bit of John Butler's "Ocean".
So beautiful. Nicely done!!!!!!!
Wonderful!❤
this is sooo beautiful and unique - i love it
Beautiful!
In a word, exceptional 🎶🎶😌🎶🎶
Beautiful! Bravo! Bravo!!!
INCREDIBLE
So that was one of the most beautiful songs I've ever seen played...
Are you kidding me?! She is so awesome! 👏
Beautiful and happy. Absolutely love it. Thanks so much this. ^^
Had to check this out after hearing the Fretboard Journal interview. Amazing playing! WOW!
You are so amazing!! Love your super unique playing style, it gives me hope that I can get really good at playing guitar in my own way!
What a beautiful sound
My cat really likes this song. She ran over from across the room to me and started purring.
The instrumental has such a great vibe 👍