Black Orpheus (Manhã de Carnaval) - Fingerstyle

[@ccbphoto]

I'm embarrassed to say how many times I've listened to your arrangement. One of the many things that impresses me is how your melody line floats over the rhythm. It's truly like listening to two different guitars....

[@walterfingerstyle]

+Craig Brandau Thank you so much, Craig! Always a pleasure hearing from you :-)

[@TheP1800]

Its like Bill Evans....

[@thomasdreyer3398]

Well said. This is a lovely arrangement. Unexpected in it's sensitivity and beauty.

[@cafeypentagrama7790]

Totally agree..! The melody flows smoothly ... It seems that at least two people are playing each one with a different role.

[@juliansierra5995]

One of the best versions but only second to Guitarlogic's where harmony and rhythm stays one step ahead from this one.

[@gadda33]

Almost 10 years have passed and I keep coming back to Your performance ! Exceptionally beautiful, exceptionally heartwarming, exceptionally jazzy at times. Your playing technique, sense of mood and extraordinary ability to interpret the song... it's amazing ! I hope You are doing well. Best regards from Poland.

[@ccbphoto]

"Black Orpheus" is the first video of yours that I came across. Still blows me away! Thank you for sharing your gift with the world.

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thank you so much for your kind words and support! Much appreciated 🙏🏻

[@garyheller62]

You can tell something about a person when they interpret a song like that. There are many good guitarists, and Walter, you are certainly one of the very best, but to express they way you do, there is something beautiful inside. Thanks for sharing your gift.

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thank you so much for the kind words!

[@alward5678]

He’s connected with God on a big way. It shows through his soul.

[@teddytransouguitar]

When people ask me who my all time jazz guitarists are I send them right to KZbin. You are the goat Walter. Keep making that sweet music for us all

[@송우식-x5h]

The best arrangement I've ever heard.

[@gilbertomartinez5763]

This has got to be my favorite guitar song of all times. Thank you for sharing it. Aloha from Hawaii.

[@MrWolmar]

What a wonderful rendition of the great classic by Luiz Bonfa. Bravo, Walter! Your atmospheric guitar playing is outstanding. Beautiful accents and great sound. The black and white setting at the beginning and end of the clip fits perfectly. A new favorite on my channel. Thank you for the wonderful music, my friend! All the best Wolfgang

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thank you so much, dear Wolfgang! Your feedback is always a treat. Looking forward to your next video :-)

[@Artisticer]

Beautiful!!

[@sunaJH]

"Atmospheric" wonderful description

[@mykhelderian]

OHH. That was so beautiful. I was hypnotized by the weave of bass, rhythm and melody; and the sweetness of your tone. Thank you.

[@auleschay180]

Never heard any better version of this classic! Awesome!

[@MrSboily]

WOW!!! What can I say that hasn't been said by Craig and Carmelo. Simply an amazing guitarist/arrangement of a great song.

[@hulk10071]

本当に素晴らしい演奏でした！感動です。タッチの素晴らしいことアレンジの素晴らしい事。大変にバランスの良い演奏だと思いました。

[@Handle-q6x]

I think even Luis Bonfa would say “Wow, how do you do that?” Just great and inspiring as always.

[@cjorg16]

Bravo! Wonderful dynamic balance, feel and expression. Always respecting the melody. You are a master. God Bless.

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thanks so much, cjorg16! Great to hear from you.

[@adamrafferty]

This is a definitive version!!! Love it. Been thinking about this tune...Walter you are amazing. :-)

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thanks so much, Adam! I’m glad you liked it 😊

[@toddjohnson5583]

WALTER!!! Absolutely BEAUTIFUL... I so love your playing!!! Thank you for the inspiration!!!

[@senorbinz]

My Mother and Father's favorite song ... Thx so much Walter

[@danielpatanchon]

Walter, me encanta tu estilo guitarristico!!!Saludos desde Buenos Aires!!

[@srleb3462]

One of the best arrangements for this amazing melody... impeccable technic and excelent dynamic / nuances

[@Bjazzzzzz12]

ABSOLUTELY BEAUTIFUL !!! Your touch and sensitivity is out of this world. I wish I could take lessons from you

[@sunaJH]

WOW where has this player been hiding-the best performance of this classic I have ever heard, wonderful tone, reserve, feel...

[@nikikovacs1923]

It's a sunny morning on Christmas holiday, and your wonderful music makes a peaceful mood in the appartment here in South France. Thank you !

[@crispinsday]

youre very gifted, and the sensitivity with which you play orpheus here makes this a top shelf performance

[@markwilliams3174]

Great feel. So many classical guitarists perform over-complicated inner-voicing dominated arrangements. Your version holds the Bossa feel in high regard but still using cantabile melody. The best version arranged and performed by far. Luiz Bonfa would be proud.

[@leefowler3240]

Still as always, wonderful and expressive playing; a timeless inspiration

[@Jazzwayze]

A delightful arrangement, and some wonderful playing. You have a delicate, but masterful touch. Thanks for playing JW

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thanks for watching and commenting, JW!

[@MarkScecina]

As has been said before, I've lost count on how many times I've listened to this. It's hypnotic

[@CorySea]

Beautifully done, Walter. Your beautiful soul comes through! All the best, Cory

[@walterfingerstyle]

Dear Cory, thank you for your kind compliment! Always a pleasure hearing from you, my friend!

[@burger1113]

My god, best intro ive heard in a while... Shiver down me spine

[@carlosboudet8441]

What a masterful arrangement! Thanks for sharing. It is not possible not to improve our playing watching you.

[@leonwheatley7693]

Absolutely beautiful touch. Thank you for sharing your gift

[@nigelbullock4411]

Walter you are truly an inspiration to me. I play at a very basic level but watching you never ceases to make me strive to get better.

[@MrCliveDavies]

A truly lovely version of one of my favourite songs that is so gently and cleverly arranged and played here. The subtle harmonies and beautiful bossa captivated me! Many thanks for this Walter, Big smiles from Spain, Clive

[@walterfingerstyle]

Dear Clive, thank you so much for your kind compliments and musical friendship. Always a pleasure hearing from you! All the best, Walter

[@patrickcockett8062]

Beautiful, original, marvelous arrangement.

[@azmuzik6889]

Thankyou for showing this video. Ive learned your playing halfway. Theres a lots of new chords and lines that i get with your playing. Love it

[@cassidybeaton8353]

You are the best guitar player i have ever heard. I cant stop listening to the way you play. Yes my wife and lids listen to you to all the way from South Africa. Keep on playing you have a special gift.

[@walterfingerstyle]

Dear Cassidy, thank you so much for your super kind compliment. I'm glad to hear that you guys enjoy my playing. Greetings and all the best to you and your family. God bless!

[@dsurtai1]

Give me a week. I'll learn this arrangement. An arrangement is like looking into someone's consciousness. Thank you for sharing

[@deadcatforcutie9349]

impressive dynamics, u really know what you are doing. and all of this is going right into the the music. :bow:

[@JBurneo]

I would LOVE for you to finally make the tabs for this arrangement available in your website. Been waiting for years! Anyway... wonderful playing.

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thanks! Here it is: bit.ly/2BZGaPo

[@scotmarvin8991]

What a beautiful arrangement, Walter. Thank you for sharing.

[@musicajaja3A]

Very nice version , Walter, you play this brasilian standard with great feeling and wonderful touch Congratulations, Louis

[@paulmartin5544]

A beautiful rendition, I could hear the words in your playing,

[@Levon_Lellore]

Walter, this was an absolutely out of this world performance. Absolute tenderness of playing. It's a pure pleasure to listen to you. What an arrangement! What a playing! What a gentle touch! No calculator is capable of counting the number of times I have listened to it. Your once and forever eternal subscriber, Levon

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thank you so much Levon! 🙏🏻

[@Bb9dim5]

That is an exceptionally fine arrangement that you executed so beautifully. So glad I found your video.

[@suzang1213]

This is absolutely beautiful your talent is world class 👏

[@davidjoel5606]

Walter, you have such a grace, beauty and aesthetic to your musical choices. Your sense of harmony, rhythm, timing (and I'm not just talking about where you place your notes in the rhythmic grid) and melodic interpretation are truly masterful and express the most sincere and wonderful of musical charm and finesse.

[@walterfingerstyle]

David Joel Thank you so much, David!

[@davidjoel5606]

You are more then welcome, my friend!!! Thank YOU!!!

[@StefanLeipziger]

Beautiful harmonies and nice phrasing! Musical greetings from Germany, Stefan

[@sp4gsus]

So much emotion and technique. I thought something was wrong with my iPad with the b&w at the beginning!

[@juliannazareth6795]

So much feeling in so little time just to good God bless

[@MattAlexan]

Another great melody- magically arranged.

[@dlwjdrnr]

I wish I have a chance to go to any of your concerts. Thank you for all of your beautiful arrangement.

[@Bernd_Boeckmann]

So beautifully arranged and played, Walter. I love it. This is one of my all time favorit melodies and your version touches me deep. Thank you, Walter, it was a great pleasure!

[@walterfingerstyle]

Bernd Boeckmann thank you so much for your kind compliment, dear Bernd! Always a pleasure hearing from you!

[@roymusic251]

Wonderful.I love your harmonic twists.and your touch and time.

[@walterfingerstyle]

+Roy Sainsbury Thank you so much, Roy! All the best, Walter

[@kevinnivek6273]

still coming back to this amazing music

[@korgnr1]

...ascolterei la tua musica per ore. Hai un tocco fantastico. Dio ti benedica

[@walterfingerstyle]

Molte grazie, Enzo! Dio ti benedizioni.

[@almeriomadeira]

Uma das interpretações mais bonita já vista. Parabéns!

[@Audeladesapparences]

Bonjour ! Une splendeur d'interprétation. Merci ***!!! Olá! Um esplendor interpretação. Obrigado!!!*** Hello! A splendour of interpretation. Thank you***!!! Jean-Jacques. (France. Bordeaux)

[@hectoraguilar770]

Hi Walter! I like to play this song in my guitar but your style is wonderful! That guitar in your hands is a nice guitar! I have something similar to this one of yours! But what I'd like to learn some more, in your style of playing. Most of the music I play is Latin or mexican music with easy arragements , and I'd like to keep adding some of those flavors you have with those chords and harmonies. I've got some harmonies you play with and I think it works very well...I'm learning from your style, thank you for sharing! Greetings from Queretaro!

[@anselmlomas7442]

the best rendition and arrangement from walter

[@diegoruizguitar]

Beautiful arrangement and playing, Walter, a five stars performance! All the best /Diego

[@walterfingerstyle]

Great to hear from you, Diego! Thanks for watching and commenting, my friend!

[@alvaroortiz1601]

Hola Walter, para mi ha sido un gusto enorme escuchar tus interpretaciones, la delicadeza y contundencia de cada nota sumadas a la expresión que sale de tu alma y pienso que todo eso ha venido primeramente de nuestro amado Creador y tu dedicación al estudio. Te bendigo en el nombre de Jesús y te doy las gracias por regalarnos esos momentos de alegría con tu música.

[@walterfingerstyle]

Muchas gracias por sus amables palabras, hermano. Bendiciones!

[@JeanPaul-Godtier]

I'm always exited when i see a new video on your channel. I know it will be good even before i listen to it ! You're always very creative but also very respectful of the original song, i like it. Cheers from France, Louis

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thanks, Louis! I appreciate your kind compliments :-)

[@lucynagawlikguitar8128]

Beautiful song! Excellent played and interpretation. Thanks for sharing. Best wishes

[@musicarlo1]

L'arrangiamento è pura poesia! Come l'esecuzione. Bravooooo!

[@mickifri2]

Another wonderful contribution, Walter. Beautiful timing, interpretation and playing.

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thank you, Michael! Glad you enjoyed it :-)

[@tiempo34]

Just purchased the tab. Some nice voicing's and love the controlled and subtle rendition

[@PrestonDorlig]

Stellar performance and sound. Wonderful!

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thank you so much, Preston! I appreciate your kind words.

[@paulanthony98]

A great performance Walter .Lovely sound .

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thank you so much, Paul!

[@oksanabuckman1354]

Hi Walter, you did a superb job on Black Orpheus ;o) I've watched most of your videos and I really enjoy your playing style. I too have a Godin Multiac...love it ;o)

[@notpopebuthope]

... aaaahhh, Walter! ... Purest finest musical treat for me - brings a smile to my face and to my heart on this rainy day here in Austria! :-) ... but this video is an eyecatcher too! ... love that moment when black/white goes into colored! ... by the way: This purple/black shirt suits you very well - especially in this perfect 'studio surrounding' with perfect lights (no disturbing shadows!) ... you generate an acoustic sound to die for! ... I love to play Stratocaster electric guitars - but it is a matter of fact - a true acoustic guitar offers more tonal variety, more of that 'sonical between' ... I lift all hats that I own with deep respect ... THANK YOU so much for bringing this on youtube ... it is another highlight for me! ... all the best to you! ... SALUTE!

[@fabiodiviesto]

Hi Walter, what beautiful arrangement! Another demonstration of highest quality ... I admire a lot your performances of refined and elegant musician! Greetings, Fabio

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thank you so much, Fabio! Pleasure hearing from you!

[@AnToNhApPy1]

I keep downloading your every perfomances, u got awesome soul and talent playing all those songs..best regards from indonesia.

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thank you, Anton! I appreciate it :-)

[@socratese71]

Beautiful! I could listen to you play all day.

[@MalTomlin]

Love the toon, Love the Player, Good Pickins'...

[@doublezero5925]

your tone is exquisite

[@TitusLivy777]

Thank you for sharing this very beautiful performance.

[@MikoNumeroUno]

Great playing ! South American rhythm meets jazzy style. Getting a bit of "Jobim-feeling" and I love it ! I also like the smooth rest you bring in this tune, I know it in more up tempo style but I think I prefer this ! Thanks ! MIke

[@walterfingerstyle]

MikoNumeroUno Many thanks, Mike. I'm glad you enjoyed it. All the best / Walter.

[@MrBossaBruce]

So inventive, I really love how you evolved this great tune.

[@fat_metheny5847]

What a great take on this classic, nicely done Walter! All the best, Kostas

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thank you, Kostas!

[@kathydurante]

Smooth as silk ... beautiful, Walter!!

[@itsvertx]

the dymanics and expression is insaaane!

[@son0fthesun949]

Its beautiful, friends. Were i can take notes your arrangement?

[@1946gsp]

What a beautiful and ethereal rendition!

[@ammiellopez6764]

Beatiful version! I love your arrangements

[@johnly83]

That's amazing . love your playing

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thanks so much!

[@denisauherova119]

loving this! beautiful tone

[@alward5678]

When I want and need to hear Heavenly Beautiful Guitar this is the Only place I can count on. I’m a huge fan Walter. ❤️❤️

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thank you so much, Al! ❤️

[@szymonrojek6480]

Walter you are awesome! I really like your style of playing. Thanks for an amazing interpretation. I did buy fly me to the moon and I am very satisfied. thank you so much for your excellent work!!!! Greetings.

[@walterfingerstyle]

Szymon Rojek Thank you so much, Szymon!

[@FindaPerformer]

Lovely playing and arrangement. I've just bought the sheet music but can't quite work out if you are using your little finger to bar the 7th fret on 1st and 2nd strings for the D#dim7 in bar 3? I only have 4 fingers and a thumb and not sure how you are holding the B for 3 beats while playing the chord? Any help appreciated!

[@walterfingerstyle]

Thank you! Yes, I'm using finger 4 for on 1st and 2nd strings to bar the 7th fret.

[@rafaramirezmusic]

wao un sonido impecable

[@jacoscofield5150]

I gotta put my commit of this ! All I can say is WOW !!!!!!!!!!

[@antonionadalin6573]

Dolce sofisticato musicale fantastico 🙏🙏✨✨✨✨✨

[@christos7777]

Walter...absolutely beautiful... do you have a written version... even in tabs would work? would love to get it... thanks

[@walterfingerstyle]

+Randy Thurman Thanks so much for checking it out, Randy! Unfortunately music sheet / tabs are not available yet.

[@stufields5125]

I like your musical sense as well as skill. You never try some super skill to mask the melody. Thank you

[@michelangelopagnano]

Magnifique !! Maestro !!

[@bjl257]

Just delightful Walter ! Some lovely passing chords , great arrangement ! Best Wishes , Brian

[@ericsonfonseca6882]

you are amazing .... super guitarist ... thanks for sharing ... that music hug

[@norhaiminyasin6740]

i like d arrangement, so cool in d mind, as if im floating while listening..thank u sir walter.,

[@movazi]

beautifully done

[@berndluers8612]

Great Arrangement