'Crystal Mountain' by Death (piano cover)

Crystal Mountain, from the album Symbolic released 1995 on Roadrunner Records, composed by Chuck Schuldiner. Arrangement for piano by C. Fearns, sheet music available here: www.sheetmusicdirect.com/se/I...

[@Rodj71]

The sign of a well written piece of music is that it transfers well between any medium / instrument, and genres. Chuck Schuldiner was among those genius songwriters

[@icankillbugs]

Also a homosexer

[@Emceemur]

100% this

[@krischimblo10]

I agree. I always thought tools music transfers very well also.

[@dusandestanovic5884]

Guitar and piano are absolutely compatible, nothing special here, but Chuck was a genius for sure.

[@adams2531]

So if that beautiful choral piece loses something when transferred to kalimba, does that mean it's not well-written? I think the criteria is that a well-written piece of music sounds good on whatever instrument(s) it was written for and everything else is a bonus.

[@cannz9134]

Inside crystal mountain, classical music takes its form...

[@Konrad_Kurze_8]

Inside crystal mountain, classic music is reborn

[@Yashiro-nene_dies]

This piano cover has made me appreciate Chuck's writing even more.

[@DP73]

Me too, so beautiful

[@retepnosbig4859]

didn't it just 🙏

[@andreyoung7931]

But not as close as Extract beauty and sincronisnm form from pure caos, That's Death Metal (and that is our life lol ) Few realize how powerfull and clever is Death Metal.

[@retepnosbig4859]

@@andreyoung7931 what???

[@paulooliveira3453]

Chuck would be honored and very happy to see this spectable! Long live the memory of Chuck Schuldiner!

[@jwardbass4452]

Out of any artist I can agree with you with certainty. He would have definitely appreciated this interpretation.

[@paulooliveira3453]

@@jwardbass4452 Yes BRO

[@dcmastermindfirst9418]

Chuck we miss your genius riffs and compositions

[@m00nkiid]

the GOAT of metal

[@dcmastermindfirst9418]

@@m00nkiid Yup

[@dr.juerdotitsgo5119]

I was always a fan of Dismember, Obituary, etc, but it's news to me that Chuck's music was so.. I don't know, harmonically beautilful.

[@Osmosis87]

Did he die of AIDS?

[@josez.4749]

This is the only way I can get my wife to listen to Death 😅 Thank you for this!

[@elihyland4781]

🤘⚡️

[@arkarian07]

​@@elihyland4781 I get you bro, is the same with my wife

[@francescociapica5651]

sooo many ways to misunderstand this...

[@icankillbugs]

Your wife sounds pretty based, not wanting to listen to pussy metal lol

[@manicdataminer]

I feel you brother. But the kids... are already conditioned 😀

I sometimes hear that the brilliant classical compositors -- Mozart, Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Paganini, Vivaldi, Wagner, and so on -- wrote music what would be the heavy metal of their times, just with the instruments that were available before electricity. Videos like this one prove this point in an astonishing way.

[@markstahl1464]

Absolutely!! Chopin’s 2nd piano sonata in Bb Minor is like a heavy metal blueprint.

[@SzikakGuitar]

Or Chuck was as brilil as the ones you mentioned but born in times of distorted guitars ;)

[@jeffgile2921]

I so agree. I learned on piano first and then went on to guitar and she plays very much more than good

[@TheFukkface]

Beethoven was so metal hw went deaf

[@Rozjebem]

How could you forget to list Bach? Essentially the forefather of metal.

[@jasonwillis4819]

I am so glad current (2024) listeners get to hear Chuck's music. I cried when he passed in 2001.

[@aaroncadwallader9794]

A true visionary, another savant gone far too soon. I'd absolutely love to hear the entirety of 'Human' as a classical piece. That album is absolutely flawless in my opinion, and features the greatest collective of talent on an album, regardless of genre.

[@dramaticequation6321]

I have to admit getting a tad misty for a second near the end of this.

[@cl8804]

ye he ded

[@dsrecords22]

This is the best cover ever, it feels like an unlocked level in Castlevania.

[@Dan-ji4db]

I thought of castlevania too 😁👍🏻

[@DarkJADz8]

I thought of this too!

[@s-nooze]

Hah I said the same in my comment then I saw yours, cheers

[@germankind0212]

What a connection!

[@FromTh1sDayForward]

I met Chuck many times at a record store I used to go to (Aces). He was always a gentle and welcoming soul.

[@lout9231]

Dear gods of the algorithm. Thanks for this unexpected treat. Absolute belter of a tune I wouldn’t have expected such a rendition of. Good stuff.

[@gaargy1]

Same!

[@KsiazeIgor]

Expect the unexpected 🤣🤣

[@BrunoFuzz]

yeah! exactly the same here

[@youssefelhalaoui9975]

Havent listened to death in more than 7 years it was a part of my smooth journey to become a massive prog fan this is actually very nostalgic to me thanks gods of the algorithm

[@steeldrumsolace]

I think if Chuck were here to see this, he'd be blown away by your rendition. This is next level ❤

[@gravelrhoads]

I was just about to reply that it was sad that Chuck didn't get to hear this. This is a beautiful rendition and really showcases the heights Death's music can go.

[@clairemagenta5836]

Thanks for Chuck 🙏

[@ialrakis5173]

could hear him singing in my head. he would have loved this version.

[@Xavier-yw6ym]

We all truly miss him

[@federicobejarano3043]

finally a piano cover that's not just "metal on the piano", but actual quality piano music... great arrangement and impecable performance! very tasteful. I wish you had albums with this stuff on Spotify

[@johngetbent]

Elena Feneva does some quality stuff too. She just put out an Emperor cover earlier today.

[@joeminor15]

Beautiful

[@MonTube2006]

"Metal on the piano" ? Can you elaborate ?

[@gnarlywagner8171]

I mean death did kinda create deathmetal so

[@marcello9476]

true, but i feel this is somewhat of a testament to the writing of chuck. Its well known that a lot of death pieces transfer well to acoustic and what not so i assume the same is true for other non-distorted pitch instruments

[@ih8myfriends]

The speed in the right hand during the solo. Goodness! Someone get this lady her Grammy.

[@Citizen_JQP]

Outstanding. You even played the solos! What a gem. R.I.P Chuck

[@smiljanicn]

Testament what musical genius Chuck was. Also your ingenuity, effort and knowledge to transcribe it, arrange it and finally play it, wow! I forgot how haunting piano can sound.

[@9xqspx6]

Chuck is the singer of Testament.

[@henrilopes7337]

@@9xqspx6 True

[@AntonioDeJesus]

Wrong Chuck..

[@tattoedmat]

Young lady not only would Chuck approve he'd probably want to join you on your version. Absolutely perfect

[@Medytacjusz]

She looks like she's in a thirty-something to forty-something bracket to me, so unless you're 70... but hey, that would mean I'm also a strapping young lad, so I'm not complaining.

[@gusdepaula]

@@Medytacjusz I hope you got paid to such an asshole. Otherwise you just a waste.

[@jmcsquared18]

Instant subscribe. If Chuck were still here, this would've warmed his heart to no end.

[@LaughingSkull451]

WHAT THE... 🤯 I never expected a death metal song to sound THIS GOOD on piano! 🔥

[@beenderedonedat]

it never was Death Metal, it always was pure art

[@miracleofsound]

Beautiful version of one of my favorite songs. Well done, you rock!! ❤🤘

[@gingalypse7417]

Hearing Death played this way makes me appreciate the band even more! So beautiful, thank you for this piece of art! RIP CHUCK

[@schul9169]

If you haven't already, I HIGHLY recommend you check out some Death covers without the distortion.

[@peterrussell6029]

Does anyone else have tears in their eyes listening to this? RIP Chuck

[@montagueking6264]

Since Death is the best metal band ever that makes this the best piano cover ever. Smooth as butter

[@robcarrier1969]

Always been my favourite Death song, your amazing version highlights just how brilliant Chuck really was.

[@edroseptic9442]

Mine as well. Symbolic was a masterwork

[@Kotik_Kompotik.]

Well, Death at piano sounds even brutal. The whole vibe is like you really playing some classic piece, not metal, but YES - that’s why we love DEATH. And, the performance is outstanding!

[@user-rc4se9sy6y]

This is recognition and immortality...

[@brianbarrett2487]

Chuck put so much stank on it. The arrangement is so damn clean on the piano. Really shows how his personality came through in performing. RIP man.

[@grilledcheesephd]

This translated to piano really well. Great work! 🤟🏻

[@abrielrobertsson4160]

You can tell Chuck's genius and musicality when his song are played on a piano. It's beautiful to listen to. Huge props to Catherine.

[@carlosaurelio4928]

Chuck was an amazing composer. It's incredible how this song fits on the piano

[@caladandude]

One of my favourite Death songs - I love this!

[@schillinger7814]

0:58!!!!!! Wow I was waiting for that and it is absolutely as beautiful as I thought it would be!!!

[@artlife6210]

Chuck was a master at all levels, he truly loved imparting a feeling of being inside the songs through his music that most musicians can only dream of being remembered for. This is beautiful, Chuck was an inspiration, and he is missed so badly by so many. RIP my friend😢.

[@korzalm]

That's how an arranger arranges an arrangement.

[@user-hx8rz9mi6p]

This channel deserves more subscribers

[@josepha3805]

Yesh yesh moar MOAR

[@Communism.is.a.cancer]

Why?

[@manuelsalazar3938]

Girl, I'm sure Chuck is up in heaven smiling at you with a tear in his eye 😁

[@anmifoss987]

wow, i never saw Death like this picture, crazy...... one pf the best videos i have seen in very long time

[@MsFatwallet]

this video is gonna push Catherine towards youtube superstar status

[@pootstevens]

Your talent is astounding; the transcription, arrangement, and performance are awe inspiring. I need to go practice now.

[@catherinefearns1328]

Thank you!

[@user-it1to4hz1f]

Удивительно! Вы сохранили агрессию композиции, выразив её через мелодику! Спасибо.

[@christophedupin.artist]

Beautiful . There's no better way to pay tribute to Chuck as a composer.

[@SimpleEarthSelfReliance]

Chuck would approve. Beautiful!

[@vicko1978]

People who don't know and think that metal is just a bunch of noise don't realize that most people like Beethoven, Bach, Paganini if alive today would most assuredly be in metal bands imo. And this shows Chucks amazingly skillful and complex songwriting....and BTW great job this is beautiful🤘🤘

[@truthseeking3818]

This was... HEAVY!!! More please!

[@emersondeathwar]

Oh my god!!!!!! 🔥🔥🔥🤍🤍🤍🤍🤍 Amazing, thank’s Chuck, thank’s Catherine 🤟🏻😎🎼

[@jeffgile2921]

That was absolutely beautiful. Thank you for honoring Chuck. You play beautifully

[@jeisonpeixoto674]

You make me cry! Thank you.

[@sjaakvandervrande9414]

I still miss Chuck Schuldiner, he was a Genius. Died much too early.

[@senquidam6318]

Somehow this gives me 80's old school video game boss level chills.

[@86rattlehead]

This is exceptional: not only perfect transcription, but the whole dynamics and expression. Amazing performance! 😮

[@josepha3805]

Fuckin A

[@theolastwhiff]

One of the best channels; outstanding work. The emotion and aesthetic texture of this performance is enchanting. Keep up the great work.

[@catherinefearns1328]

Thank you!

[@user-ib5mv3dj7x]

Супер!Ты прекрасна!Чак на небесах слушает эту мелодию и улыбается.

[@nikolai1334]

Chuck is smiling at us from heaven

[@ltyenturk8381]

genuinely this is the best Death song that they've ever put out, if not the best track within Symbolic

[@ALXDSH]

Уфф! Высь! Восторг! Вы божественно исполняете! Рояль звучит прекрасно! Благодаря вам я посмотрел под другим углом на творчество Death. Благодарю!

[@widowssontony.9268]

The genius of Catherine Fearns. ❤️🌹❤️

[@Dime333]

Wow. Absolutely amazing. Death (the band 👀) is so underrated.

[@JimsMusicDungeon]

Thank you for doing Death, that means a lot! Amazing arrangement!

[@maeguk1]

listened to this in the car, and sang the lyrics as it was the original song. The timings, the structures, all were matching. A magnificent work! Maybe I try to record my vocals at some point.

[@nubarus100]

I've just heard this song again, after years of listening to it for guitars... wonderful workmanship, respect from Poland 😍

[@Scorned405]

I was very fortunate to meet Chuck back in like 1995 on the Individual Thought Patterns tour. Incredibly very nice guy. It’s a shame he passed way too young

[@ZacktheImpaler]

Thanks for understanding and conveying the beauty of this song for listeners of other genres to appreciate

[@lddevo88]

What an excellent transcirption and performance! I got chills listening. Chuck would be proud.

[@ktuluwall]

I wish Chuck S. had listened this beautiful peace !!🤘🏽🤘🏽🌹

[@anthonyvaladez972]

You know chuck made his mark on metal but also influenced piano players like her...brilliant!!

[@owenfitzgerald3219]

Thank you again Catherine for another excellent adaptation. Top class playing as always. The piano gives the song a haunting atmosphere.

[@nicklucero448]

Very well transcriped, arranged and performed. Felt the emotion in the playing, can hear the excellent song writing on a different instrument. You hit all the notes just right. Thanks for continuing to do these. It's a joy to watch these songs we've all enjoyed over the years performed so well.

[@TommygunTTT]

Miss You Chuck! 😢😢😢 Performance GREAT, thank You, marry me 😍

[@ivan_emege]

Greatest compositions in Symbolic

[@user-gt4om2lg9k]

Эта композиция заиграла для меня новыми красками!

[@Xtensionwire]

this sounds so beautiful. thank you catherine.

[@rachelbraun8818]

J'adore ! Le piano est parfaitement adapté à la musique de Chuck ! Bravo ! Vous êtes géniale

[@Nemesis15152]

death is a legend and a milestone when it comes to death metal, no other band was so versatile and well thought out for me the most important and significant band in the area is still unrivaled to this day. Chuck was so brilliant in my home country of Poland, death is considered one of the most important by Polish metalheatz Bands in general, the philosopher who was ahead of his time, very nice piano version!!!

[@xtremeunderratedmusic]

Thank you for this amazing transportation of the amazing song to this amazing instrument....chuck is on top of musicality....a riff God. Please make septicflesh cover Lovecraft death song....or Persepolis.... Greetings from Hellas

[@psychedelicfella]

What an incredible cover! That fast finger work around 2:36 is really impressive

[@Lokrion]

If they ever do a "Death to All" tour again, and if I were to hypothetically manage to attend one, I would love to hear this and a few more rendition of other songs before the band went on stage. The vibe and ambience at the venue would be amazing. Not to mention the anticipation. Just checked: they really are touring in May/June

[@MikeLtm32]

Long live the memories of Chuck and his genius!!! Thank you!!!

[@joskun]

There is something so serene and beautiful about this song and the piano can sort of show to non-metal heads how we felt yet this cover also shows the beauty of the player and the piano. So fucking mind blowing! Thank you 💞

[@MrThrwdrtz]

This is the peak of western music in the 90s

[@AlanJumpi]

You shoot straight at my heart now! IMO this is one of the most beautiful songs in death metal scene! I love this and you really read my mind! Thank you for this gift! 😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

[@somebodyMx]

So bad I can't like this video a thousand times. It's just beautiful. The song is brilliant and you are a great performer. Bravo.

[@gibrage]

Piano and Death Metal are possibly my two greatest loves sonically speaking

[@MatthiasPowerbomb]

Beautiful rendition of an amazing song. Rest in peace Chuck.

[@I-am-326]

Wow, thats impressive. Sounds incredible on the piano. I'm sure Chuck would be made up with this.

[@weirdozoidtheta]

Exquisite transcription, dynamics and execution! This would make for a kickass EU tour, perhaps. Love your channel and your work. ROCK ON!!! 😍🤘🍻

[@catherinefearns1328]

Thank you!

[@kvufee7296]

i am strongly amazed

[@christoffers1686]

This is a great way for people who dont like metal to understad what a genius Chuck Schuldiner was. This is true for the late Alexi Laiho also. You make them alive again, you are amazing❤

[@ReinventingTheSteve]

Next Zelda game better have Ganon in a crystal mountain castle playing this or I'm not playing it 😤

[@Savatanica]

Still heavy.Thx for the effort,much appriciated

[@Gremme76]

A death metal classic becomes part of "The Sims" (original) build music. Amazing job.

[@SaccidanandaSadasiva]

Wind will not cease even if trees want to rest. -Mao. (2-6-1966)

[@heavenlyparadise272]

If Chuck had been still here, the collaboration between Death and this pianist would have been amazing.

[@agahcavusoglu813]

My daily dose of therapy... Thank you Catherine❤

[@susumannn]

Гениально! И с каким уважением к исходнику...Браво!

[@stilllife74]

R.I.P. Chuck

[@Curmiumsarthycas]

Chuck,genio recordado eternamente por su música.Escucharla y verla interpretada con el piano...maravilloso...de lujo.A esta mujer ...gracias y felicidades!!Bravo!!

[@bojnebojnebojne]

Just an amazing renditon and performance! Wonderful! This song brings me back 20 years to when i first started listening to the more the darker music. This song was an instant favorite of mine. So much going on here that first might pass the untrained ear by.

[@iamgribs]

This shows you how good shulinder really was, metal like on this album was rare in 1995 but today it's everywhere and it even sounds good on piano.

[@xylh5085]

Really paints the song in a different light. There are a lot of different moods coming out and there's a lot of interesting contrasts between really open sections, kind of mystical sounding asides that break in, and more technical parts that punch hard. I really enjoyed this!