Aphex Twin - aisatsana (Piano Cover by Josh Cohen)

[@joshcohenmusic]

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[@nmusictv]

I absolutely love Aphex Twin's piano pieces

[@joshcohenmusic]

Me too. They're really beautiful.

[@coffeecheetoschicken8569]

So I’m in piano class at school and I’m supposed to be learning “Brother John”. But I said screw that I’m gonna learn “Aisatsana” and this video has helped me a lot with it. I’ve only been playing for a month. I get so emotional when I ever play this song, it’s filled with such emotion and passion. I love Richard man.

[@joshcohenmusic]

+Evan Stroup Haha awesome. One of my students introduced me to this piece. Very beautiful.

[@tarrmachine5318]

I have trouble paying attention to much of anything except the creation or listening of music.

[@starosta975]

@@tarrmachine5318 u need + hugs heres 1

[@smokkendo]

Jerma and RDJ fan? My man.

[@billkerman9587]

do you still play?

[@blond5361]

something i love about this song, is how it doesnt seem like its been overly thought out. the notes you hear being played, just fit right in because they just happen. no overthinking. theres only what can depict a feeling the best way, and it gets me every time. i find myself dissociating and i just let myself sit and allow my thoughts to wander freely.

[@SevenXgbpits]

THIS

[@gitpusher2400]

If you like this sort of calm, unhurried playing. You may also enjoy Ibi - kzbin.info/www/bejne/l6m8lGCEpduNjck

[@blond5361]

@@gitpusher2400 his playing is beautiful! thank you for introducing him to me :)

[@RCmies]

Where are the birds

[@joshcohenmusic]

I initially sampled some birds here in Melbourne to put over the track. I deliberated about including them and opted to keep it clean. Could have gone either way! 😄

[@angebruneel]

Take your computer outside and listen this in your garden :D

[@danporter8107]

@@angebruneel with open back headphones.

[@dr.swindell9229]

Yes, there are birds chirping in the background of the Aphex Twin recording on Syro album track

[@vincentabolivier4641]

the birds and the rest are in your mind that's all

[@joshcohenmusic]

I’ve been doing some thinking recently about this channel and a thought popped into my mind overnight. It’s been a really interesting journey sharing my love of the piano with everyone all over the world. It still trips me out that I spend an afternoon recording a track (it has to be the afternoon for those curious about the process, as the piano is lit by natural light - it’s best between 1pm - 4pm in the room that I’m recording in), sitting by myself in front of a piano in my music school, and that people from all over the world get to experience a very private moment of my creative process. What I find particularly interesting though is when I listen back to these interpretations, there’s a pretty strong disconnect between playing/recording the tracks and hearing them back. Without a drop of ego, I personally enjoy listening to these tracks either late at night to help me fall asleep, occasionally in the morning when I wake up to find some more motivation about working on my Radiohead songbook, but my favourite time would definitely be when I’m travelling, especially in airports or on planes, and also on public transport. As there are a lot of returning subscribers and listeners on this channel, my question to you is this: Where and when do you listen to these tracks? What are you doing? Working? Studying? Travelling? Eating breakfast? Passing out? What time of day is it? What do you see? How does it make you feel? I’d be very curious to hear your thoughts, so hit me up. As always, thanks for supporting the channel and for incorporating this music into your lives. Man, the internet blows my mind sometimes x

[@WasaNic]

Josh Cohen right now I'm listening to it while trying to fall asleep, I also watched this video a lot to learn how the song is played, which was mostly in the afternoon or night, I would also enjoy it on a walk or on the bus I think, thanks for uploading :)

[@joshcohenmusic]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching / listening / checking out the channel 😄

[@matteogori9050]

I like to listen to your works in bed after a long and tiring day to calm myself down a bit, or anytime I'm in the mood for some emotional music

[@simonb7474]

While playing chess! Very well done and nice metronome btw

[@kevinoliveira8576]

Hey, i'm live in Salvador, Ba, Brazil, and i listen your work for HOURS and HOURS while i'm studying or working in some project. it helps me keep concentration and focus, sometimes i just fall asleep while listening, i like how you keep you videos in B&W, on the same angle, same piano and even same clothes, it keeps attention where needs, the music, BTW thank you! you're such inspiration! P.s: the zero7 music was a surprise, a good one.

[@camman1056]

You really covered the feel and emotion of the spaces in this man, simple song but hard to pull off correctly with the same depth as our lord and savior Aphex Twin delivered to us. Well done man.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks so much. Glad you enjoyed the music. It's a really beautiful track to play 😄

[@camman1056]

Found it it's dedicated to his wife, makes it even more heartwarming. xltronic.com/media/images/attachments/3895_1970318.jpg I wonder how many more songs are actually dedicated to people? He must have one for his brother???

[@joshcohenmusic]

Yep, the title is an anagram of her name.

[@camman1056]

Josh Cohen are you self taught?

[@joshcohenmusic]

Yes and no. I've had lessons on and off since I started with about six to seven different teachers over twenty-five years. I haven't had a lesson in many years and would love to get back into them at some point. My teachers were all classical or jazz.

[@soonernation]

The tension between parts and the notes that aren't played is so captivating.

[@Dismoeyy]

So soothing, but at the same time reflective.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Indeed. Glad you liked it.

[@iseeteardrops]

I don't usually like covers. But this, this is something else. You can really 'hear' the interpretation taking place, the personification of the piece, especially where the pauses are concerned. Thank you for this lovely translation. 🌷

[@iseeteardrops]

vskcr70 it’s not about crediting, really. It’s just I guess Im usually ‘partial’ to original interpretations.

[@tiarabulluck3951]

I love this song💚aphex twin is so fucking perfect for this. I love that he made this song for his wife.

[@Seems_like_mountains]

Your touch is one of the most clean i've ever heard

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks very much, Alessandro. Appreciate the support! 😄

[@bexxxxxx]

you have an excellent taste in music, so beautifully done. Thanks

[@joshcohenmusic]

You're welcome. Thanks for watching and supporting the channel! 😀

[@dingbatjack1234]

The way your piano rings out is 10/10. Life a perfect LFO. Not trying to take away from the beautiful song/cover.

[@jamieflunders]

uhhh first Radiohead then Aphex twin, you have great taste in music. I'll add to the request for Avril 14th aswell

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks very much. I have been working on Avril 14th this week. Would you prefer a version identical to the original or with some slight variations?

[@jamieflunders]

Great news, yeah put your own spin on it !

[@joshcohenmusic]

Okay awesome, will do :-)

[@joshcohenmusic]

Here you go: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b2ipc4p4adupadU

[@karolchmielewski9401]

lmao these are easily the most two recognizable /mu/core and overall alternative artists

[@thecolorofcolour]

DUDE! You are so awesome. Thank you so much for listening to your fan's requests! Definitely sharing your videos with others to grow your channel. You deserve it, man.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks very much. I have taught the track before and forgot how beautiful it is. Appreciate the reminder!

[@russianvoodoo]

Damn, so much love in those notes. Thanks to your video you can literally see how he portraits her, but from all the possible angles. Touching.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Stumbled upon a very beautiful review of this cover from Marc Weidenbaum at disquiet.com. Check it out here: disquiet.com/2017/01/14/josh-cohen-aphex-twin-aisatasana-piano/

[@Jack_makes808]

I needed a break from playing and learning guitar and this song seems to help me calm down and refocus :) Thanks for uploading and greetings from Brisbane

[@joshcohenmusic]

G’day Jack! Thanks for the kind words. Best from Melbourne, Josh 😃

[@JimmyTee73]

Just a beautiful tune, exquisitely played, Josh. I'd love to see a tutorial of this. Really enjoyed your 'Daydreaming' turorial. 🕊

[@joshcohenmusic]

There’s more coming soon x emergencypianohotline.com

[@MGTRJAC]

Can´t believe you played this song !! You are amazing Josh !

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks very much, José. Glad you enjoyed it. Thanks for support the channel! 😀

[@tarrmachine5318]

I love it. I love it. I love music.

[@linkinparkrulz2275]

This channel is just full of gems.

[@oconnor96]

This is great. I always look forward to your covers.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks for watching Patrick!

[@albertoecheverria3283]

just great!!!!, my eyes its full of tears, great!!!

[@joshcohenmusic]

Haha, awesome. Glad it had that effect on you! 😄

[@debrisboy9663]

So beautiful, glad I found this

[@albertoecheverria3283]

No hablo ingles, pero agradezco tus publicaciones, son la expresión de mi corazón, es un tesoro tanta música en piano, enriquece mi alma y disfruto tanto en mi trabajo, como en mi habitacion, gracias, Que tengas muchos éxitos, me declaro fan de su estilo

[@joshcohenmusic]

¡Muchas gracias! Me alegro de que te haya gustado el video 😃

[@gfueloniichangfuelloniicha3221]

just so insanely beautiful. this track really proves that emotionally compelling music does not have to be complex. How you play it the most important thing. well done

[@pckyr7573]

i'm just looking through the sidebar, and i already see more and more songs and artists that i love that were covered by you. this is beautiful, keep up the astounding work.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks so much. Glad that you're enjoying the music! 😄

[@WILDDRAFTPRODUCTION]

So Beautiful! It's so clear that you have passion for what you do, and this just makes everything worth it! Thank you! Got goosebumps counting along with you.

[@dalefrary]

Just discovered your channel today. Totally beautiful. Thank you for all your hard work. Im listening to this on bank holiday Monday in England. Its hot outside but I'm in a windowless room with a hell of a lot of work to do by tomorrow. I should be here still in 15 hours time. Lets see.... thanks again.

[@joshcohenmusic]

You're welcome, Dale. Thanks for watching 😄

[@bascomusic7326]

wonderful

[@tearxenon]

Thank you

[@chasseman45]

You inspire me to learn piano

[@joshcohenmusic]

You should do it. Just find the right teacher ✌️

[@princemarleyrox]

Beautiful!!! I'd love to hear a Kate Bush song like "Running Up That Hill" or "Cloudbusting"

[@joshcohenmusic]

Okay nice one, I'll look into it :--)

[@ryanbeckenbaugh]

very very very lovely performance of one of RDJ's lovely pieces

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks Ryan, glad you enjoyed it!

[@RevoltDynasty]

This is incredible, you are incredible.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Glad you enjoyed it ✌️

[@georgemikrogiannakis4746]

This is brilliant. That's how it should have been played.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks so much, George. Glad you enjoyed the track! 😀

[@jantendo8718]

Scheppert ganz schön bei den Anschlägen

[@greengoggles]

This song is sparse but it is such a difficult piece to play correctly. The utmost care goes into every key, from 0 to 127.

[@WobblePasta]

Wow... I 'm speechless... I cried

[@kathytully1062]

can not stop. thnk u.

[@anardine6176]

Very well played, and damn, what a lovely sound this beauty has.

[@collerdgreens]

I love your covers. So somber, yet peaceful

[@polosantoscoy330]

Perfect!

[@gman696969able]

Me decides to spell my name backwards Also me finds this song

[@itsenzo3000]

Welcome!

[@frankmushyz6512]

you're amazing, awesome stuff !!

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks, Frank! :-)

[@PhantomX141291]

Good job, very relaxing!

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks very much, glad you enjoyed it.

[@Krauser1226]

This is just a gorgeous piece of music...

[@moltenguava9418]

I recently learned that the name of this song is his wife's name in reverse. He clearly loves her a lot.

[@orphanoforbit7588]

Because that's what you do. Spell it backwards. No truer expression of love than that 😜

[@benjiwill]

Magnifique 👌

[@joshcohenmusic]

Merci beaucoup, Ben :-)

[@huxlee3947]

great, clean channel, excellent choice of music, instant subscribe.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Nice one, thanks for your support :-)

[@lucas4bortoletto2]

this is some god-tier stuff

[@modestmouser05atx]

Lovely choice for a cover. Exceptionally well done.

[@chrisclark8871]

Your covers are flawless, i hope all is well and you can come back to us some day! Take care..

[@joshcohenmusic]

Brewing up something really special at the moment ✌️

[@DeathByDinSync]

fantastic!

[@HenglishShogun]

Thank you so much, i wish the LP version was this long or longer

[@HenglishShogun]

I am in the messy living room of my third story apartment under a cloudy noon sky. My life has been showing me through many twists and turns lately that really have me questioning my current state of self. In a few months, i plan on selling all of my belongings and taking a plunge into the deep end of this world of mine. Ive had so many things taken away from me, not by choice, and maybe by neglect on some occasions. This time will be different, i will personally cast aside everything i worked hard to build (which isnt that much) and I will learn and accept that i am the only one standing in my way of life. I will be the only one who can truly hurt me. I am a white, english, thirty year old, city born man named Justin I live in a small french city on the east coast of canada. It is a dying, art city. My social media is limited to a facebook account named boy grieves that barely reflects me. I am humble And your piano cover today is the first ive heard of you, but it was a great first impression. Thank you helping me through an introductory morning in the preface of the next chapter in my life. Namaste

[@joshcohenmusic]

Hi Justin, thanks for sharing your world with me. I'm obviously not qualified or trained to help you or give you professional advice, but I'd recommend speaking to someone at bit.ly/2tLG7Ql. All the best, Josh ✌️

[@HenglishShogun]

Josh Cohen thanks dude, and the feeling might be a little misunderstood. Im actually very excited

[@YaroslaffFedin]

@@joshcohenmusic Hot damn, this is nice and all, but also such a slap in the face.

[@nmusictv]

Cover Aphex Twin's "Petiatil Cx Htdui" or "Jynweythek" or "Avril 14th" if you ever get the chance

[@joshcohenmusic]

Cool, I'll look into it.

[@ahzootube]

+1 for Avril 14th

[@ryanbeckenbaugh]

+2 for Avril 14th :)

[@thimkthimk]

+1 for Petiatil Cx Htdui.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Hi Noah, ALP and Ryan. I have been working on Avril 14th this week. Would you prefer a version identical to the original or with some slight variations?

[@narkopop6608]

Okay I first saw you doing Radiohead piano covers but then I just foundbout you also do Aphex Twin! I should've subscribed to you a long time ago

[@joshcohenmusic]

Yeah, I'm a huge Aphex fan. Been following his stuff for many years now 😄

[@Vigi]

Nice piano playing! :)

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks very much Vigi, glad you enjoyed it.

[@fisheatsyourhead]

making that ninth span look so easy 😭

[@joshcohenmusic]

😉

[@nmusictv]

yes

[@FlowersInHisHair]

Exquisite

[@allroundlad]

For anyone who may not have noticed and is confused about the song name, aisatsana is anastasia backwards.

[@Flippy1565]

i have the awesome swing- chrous from the barbician- live show 2012 in london in mah head

[@ursbasteck]

I've been binging on your channel quite a bit and... how have I missed this!!???

[@joyyangly]

Thank you for your beautiful music. Would love to hear you do an interpretation of Crystal Silence by Chick Corea

[@-k-b-]

Aphex Twin covers are rarely bad, and this is no acception. Flawless man 👌 are you playing through a Leslie Cab? Love the subtle vibrato

[@21guitarworld]

I love this song. Just discovered it today. Mesmerizing! Absolutely beautifully played. But I feel like this is half of the song. As if more should be written. And I don't mean add more notes to just add more. I mean I feel like some parts wanted to go somewhere but instead it repeated itself before it explored. Idk, my 2 cents. In time I'll buy a piano and see if I can continue the story this song has created for me.

[@21guitarworld]

You know what, I take what I said back. This song reminded me of Yann Tierson- Comptine d'un autre ete. Their both different pieces. But somehone my brain connected the two. I will definitely learn to play this. Love this song, love this performance, cheers

[@mosephjaxwell]

My first thought on reading your comments are perhaps it would be an interesting exercise to write a companion piece, one that incorporates the same motif, but is structured in a way that is the mirror or inverse of this piece, that "fills in the blanks," as it were, yet stands alone.

[@gavinolivas7826]

I always struggle with the timing in this song. If I'm not really focused and relaxed it feels all over the place. I know you probably get a ton of requests for songs, but I would love to see your take on a Godspeed you! Black Emperor song. Something lengthy like your paranoid android cover. I know you haven't put out a video in a while, hope all is okay!

[@Nikos4415]

Beatiful piece, beautiful perfomance! Also like tne moving strings sound... It adds something that I can't explain, but it feels wondeful. By the way, am I right that this piece is written in C major? Or it is A minor? Because it sounds very melancholic, which is a bit unusial for major keys (judging based on my small experience).

[@joshcohenmusic]

Thanks so much. This piece is in C Major. Hope this helps! 😃

[@rottennnnbbbb]

Real.

[@arti5846]

This is absolutely gorgeous, and very profound, my type of music! How goes the process for getting the rights to release sheet music? Would love to get my hands on it soon and dive in. As always, thanks for blessing us with this beautiful rendition, and I look forward to hearing more from you :)

[@joshcohenmusic]

Hi Artur, I still haven't heard anything about the rights to release the Radiohead sheet music as yet. They say the process can take up to twelve weeks - I applied on December 1, 2016. If you'd like the sheet music for aisatsana though, I'm sure you can find it online. Good luck!

[@javierstefanopaezmendoza119]

Love it. Please do a Nanou2 cover!!!

[@dorattoproject4656]

This is so Brian Eno

[@eelkespaak6918]

Hi Josh, thanks a lot for this. Overall I really like this version, though with one exception. I feel the final chord you play misses some of the magic of the original. You add a G3 (played by RH thumb) which is not there in the original, and the original transitions into the final chord almost en passant (making the bass C unexpected and therefore impactful), whereas you let the penultimate note linger for longer and introduce something of a rest. To be honest I think those two changes take away some of the character of the song, the ethereal nature (present everywhere else) gets lost by adding the G3 and pause. Take this just FWIW, perhaps it's helpful for you or anyone else; like I said I appreciate your work anyway :)

[@OkayCompy]

Directed by David Fincher.

[@tristancairns-malcolm6658]

Your channel is so great. Please cover 'Song on a beach + Photograph' by Arcade Fire. Would be so cool :)

[@joshcohenmusic]

Glad you've been enjoying the clips. I've had a few Arcade Fire requests recently - I'll have to look into it when I have some spare time :-)

[@tristancairns-malcolm6658]

Here's hoping! .. I've been dying to hear someone play it well XD

[@samcooper1705]

Fantastic video as usual, Josh. Since we seem to have a similar music taste (Radiohead, Aphex Twin, Father John Misty), I don't suppose you like The Antlers as well? There are hardly any piano covers of any of their stuff on the internet.

[@joshcohenmusic]

G'day Sam, thanks for the message. I actually haven't heard any Antlers as yet. Do you have any album recommendations?

[@samcooper1705]

Most people would likely agree on Hospice being their best album, but it's a very sad concept album. Their two albums after that, Burst Apart and Familiars, both have solid tracks throughout without being as painful to listen to.

[@joshcohenmusic]

Okay awesome, I'll check it out. Thanks for the tip!

[@fstraw]

If 'aisatsana' is an ananym for his wife name Anastasia, I wonder how this song sounds played backwards

[@stcolor78]

The likes/dislikes :) I hoped finding that relation searching for aphex on piano. I'm just a beginner on keyboard :'/ Thank god, it's easy to make great music even as a beginner, if you heard and analysed music the whole life.

[@voidmaker474]

Absolutely beautiful!! You have to check out Deadmau5's piano pieces too... "7 deadly sins" is amazing.

[@Absolewtely]

i've only just clocked that the title is "Anastasia" backwards...

[@joshcohenmusic]

Yep. I initially thought it was an anagram but worked it out too..

[@toscatesla]

Please make cover for legendary Future sound of London - max.

[@jamesmclachlan9835]

Hello Josh. Love your work with this song. I'm a pianist also living in melbourne. Might I ask where you acquired the sheet music for this piece?

[@halftoneworld]

Are you planning on doing Avril 14th?

[@joshcohenmusic]

I'd like to have a stab at all of the AFX piano tracks.

[@halftoneworld]

Awesome! I look forward to hearing them.

[@joshcohenmusic]

I have been working on Avril 14th this week. Would you prefer a version identical to the original or with some slight variations?

[@halftoneworld]

The original song isn't too difficult and your changes are consistently improvements, so with that in mind I wouldn't be bothered by any variations as long as they're not blatantly against the spirit of the original. Thanks for taking my suggestion into consideration!

[@joshcohenmusic]

All good, I think I have a few ideas that may combine both concepts. Appreciate the help!

[@liam_fulton]

How difficult was it to remember the placement of each phrase? I've been considering learning this but I feel as if it would take a very long time to get it all in the right order.

[@commodore7838]

Its not that hard. You’re forced to develop the internal metronome from reading sheet music. Just listening to the song for a couple dozen times should be enough.

[@vvwenceslav]

[@aimehornby8046]

Do you think you could do nude by radiohead? :)

[@joshcohenmusic]

Yep, it's on my list :-)

[@aimehornby8046]

Josh Cohen nice!!! You are the best, I've enjoyed your covers so much especially as you're able to see what you're playing, it makes it a lot easier to follow :)

[@andrealeone7470]

Great cover! How can you film it from this view?

[@OCDtea]

Do THE TUSS - DEATH FUCK please

[@joshcohenmusic]

Don't know this, but will check it out. Thanks!

[@Grimosaur]

dicaevoli1 Sounds like a very calming song...

[@danhoehn]

Do we know that Richard has Piano at Home?

[@doyoumusicmuch1678]

Do you play a Steinway?

[@joshcohenmusic]

I'm playing on a Kawai RX-5. I have played on Steinways many times, but do not own one. They're beautiful instruments.

[@doyoumusicmuch1678]

Josh Cohen well I love your sound on this one regardless. Your videos are a new found enjoyment for me

[@joshcohenmusic]

I'm really happy with this piano and it sounds great. The Steinways here in Aus are super expensive and very overpriced. Glad you're enjoying the clips. Just working on another Aphex track today. The arrangement's almost done :-)

[@belkaragazzik4755]

Like C418, I think

[@qabqabqab]

I was thinking the same

[@DrejpaPL]

Can i get a sheet of that? :)

[@jliveris711]

what's the key signature? thx

[@TNJX]

You mean performed and not arranged by Josh Cohen. Nice cover though