(Dire Straits) Sultans of Swing - Gabriella Quevedo

[@bobm2410]

I've listened to all of Gabriella's work--multiple times--but this one absolutely blows the lid off what an acoustic should sound like. Knopfler would cheer this one

[@joevarga5982]

Does she ever talk?

[@kolla9389]

My dear girl, I am 60 years old and I want to thank you for this listening that really moved me. You went me back in time. In my youth. Thank you again. God bless you.

[@hathaway.1166]

I guess this songs gotta be a banger back in the 80’s

[@jedejo]

@@hathaway.1166 My time. My Music. I'm from 1958 :-)

[@kolla9389]

@@hathaway.1166 Close to 1978 if I remember correctly. I was a high school student

[@michaelking3629]

I have also just turned 60, and fully agree with every one of your sentiments. This girls rendition is superb and evokes many many good memories of my youth.

[@alnon6304]

Its remind me in my 60' old age... a nice and well maked " chillo", from India. It blow my head away. Nice memories. Today I enjoy a nice green, very green tea. Wonderfull music young lady.

[@strat1701]

As a musician who has been playing this song in cover bands for the past 20+ years, this is the best solo guitar cover I've ever heard of it. Wonderful arrangement. Bravo!!

[@diggerthegroundhog8799]

Well then check out 18 year old Jasmine Star doing it. She will make you cry.

[@cnocbui]

@@diggerthegroundhog8799 I checked her out - nope, sorry, technically good but not as musical.

[@adamavery3906]

@@diggerthegroundhog8799 I also feel like the other one is "technically" better... But this is leagues has leagues more emotion and restraint. Like everything note in this version is given it's own room to breathe in the most beautiful way... That bend she did at the beginning around :20 in, it just has such a profound effect on your ear... And the phrasing and how long she held it... And this whole version is FULL of those kinds of moments of musicality, restraint, and articulation. It might even articulate many of the notes better than the original version did (And this is coming from a HUGE Knopfler fan). This is flawless.

[@sundaynightdrunk]

@@adamavery3906 Well said and very much agree. What people don't realize is that she's *arranging* these songs, not just mastering a tab. It's simply incredible the level of her talent, and she just casually looks at the camera as she plays like everyone can do what she's doing. I've been playing for nearly 40 years. I can't do that.

[@iluvatarchem]

Brother. Are you serious right now?:P

[@garymichaels719]

Talent is when a musician takes a popular song but instead of copying the style of the original puts her own spin on it and it’s a whole new experience. Well done!

[@markhopkins1557]

I’ve been playing 65 years since 1959 and I don’t impress easily but this young lady is impressive.

[@WRILLI4M]

That's how a real musician goes for it. And she nailed it outstandingly.

[@johngilbert3780]

I've been playing guitar for 60 years and can still only wish I could play like this. There is literally no one else on the entire planet I would rather sit and listen to; to these unique arrangements for hours, and watch Gabriella's amazing technique, incredibly relaxed and flawless execution, and then the icing on the cake, that beautiful, modest smile that projects the sentiment "I hope you enjoyed listening to this as much as I enjoy playing it for you"! This talent is a true gift.

[@lquinn7212]

So you wouldn't want to hear Mark Knophler play it? That's really sad.

[@johngilbert3780]

@@lquinn7212 well, I wasn’t referring to one song. I memorized every note Mark Knoffler played in that song and have been playing it for over 20 years. I just meant in general, no one else has this kind of diversity and insight in the world of finger style guitar.

[@jerrymccurry9372]

She could play rap and I would watch

[@chelongogan3904]

God bless you

[@rotory2002]

Every once in a while you'll be scrolling through KZbin and come across a wonderful talent like Gabriella and you realize that life just got better :) Thank you for that young lady

[@josecarlosoliveira2411]

Muito bom

[@bobbyvee8941]

At 71, there aren't many things in life that I treasure anymore, but this little lady makes me love it that I have clear sight and sound! Those little smiles and eye twinkles make my heart sing!!!

[@CliffCarson]

you can say that again brother bob

[@stephenbolla9639]

Copy that. 😂

[@MrZosimas]

Well said

[@martynh5410]

Bobby Vee, there was a famous American Singer/Songwriter with the same name! Anyway, I agree with your comment 110%.

[@outsidethepyramid]

I'm 72

[@stefanlouw6395]

this is hours days weeks and months of constant relentless practice. Respect

[@ajayb4651]

To play it like that, it's years and years mate, then more years

[@stefanlouw6395]

@@ajayb4651 For sure!

[@wolfgang4368x]

It is!❤😂

[@RM-tz2el]

Sposób w jaki Gabriella gra to czysta wirtuozeria !!!

[@edwardcedar146]

When singing is not present a lot of listeners do not understand how complex it is to incorporate all the aspects of composition never mind that you are doing the licks, the bass part, harmony and melody all by yourself . OUTSTANDING!

[@Greentim67]

FKN TRUE

[@zatoichimasseur6767]

@@Greentim67 U

[@Simmons2358]

Yep, it takes three people to play this - where are the other two?

[@jeffbruer8735]

Funny, I was just trying to explain this to someone else just yesterday about some of the piano videos that do the same where they play all parts with one instrument. Unless a person plays an instrument and has tried it for themselves, it's really difficult to understand the complexity of it. Super impressive!

[@BrianCarnevaleB26]

Complex indeed. Amazing.

[@ogawasan5581]

The fact that she waited so long to do such a famous song shows how much she cares about the quality of what she puts out for us ! amazing work as always !

[@davidzachmeyer1957]

@DMO_Enterprises How miserable is your life that you can only derive pleasure from insulting people who are far more talented than you will ever be?

[@louisf848]

@DMO_Enterprises Booo

[@gillesmatheronpro]

When a musician is as subtle as powerful, it can't get any better. And mastering those two opposite sides of music is the hardest thing to accomplish. Millions of bravos... with just a few notes (and thousands of hours of practice), you've got yourself millions of fans ! And a truly deserved admiration.

[@susakami1646]

A very bold thing to claim to post as an acoustic cover. Beautifully done.

[@jean-pierreschaller9101]

I play and sing this song regularly in public, but now, frankly, I'm listening with my mouth wide open. You put so much feeling, poetry and lyricism into it that it almost makes me cry. It's just beautiful the way you play this song, it's Knopfler full of romanticism, Gabriella way. This title comes back to life and it is the most original version that I have heard on Utube to date. You are a little gem of talent and again well done.

[@paulholyfield]

I can't believe she can play so clean; incorporating the rhythm, the melody, and the lead guitar - and then adding to that her own unique style/improvised touches. Very impressed.

[@Eltondrknss]

dont forget about the solo hahah

[@paulholyfield]

@@Eltondrknss Yeah man, that was my favorite part, with those bends, fantastic.

[@Fedkar]

Yes, but "not in my tempo"... especially after 4:00

[@paulholyfield]

@Otie Jason it's also called extreme level of talent.

[@WRILLI4M]

She must have trained for months, maybe years, to get it perfectly. And it definitely paid off.

[@c.e.p.1666]

I've never heard this song played acoustically the way it was played by Gabriella. Phenomenal! The mic sound and the way you hit the chords and leads and make it sound so peaceful YET... it's such a great groove of a song it's amazing. Gabriella came up on a suggested video feed being that I am learning how to play different songs as a novice guitar player and a drummer, but my strength is in singing. I was floored at Gabriella playing this song! Sad day today after Eddie Van Halen's passing yesterday October 6th. I must say listening to this whole song took me out of a somber mood. Eddie's influences on us all shine on. Great work Gabriella!!! I wish you could play this for Mark Knopfler. I believe he would be flattered.

[@bobsteel6916]

I don't know which is the most beautiful The Taylor guitar, The AWESOME way Gabriella plays the song or Gabrialla herself. I think it's all three. This is the most interesting cover of this song I ever heard ☮☮☮

[@JohnB-fx7ku]

For us oldies who remember this hitting the music scene this is extra special. Brilliant - no other words required. Gabriella -we have a new nickname for you “Sultana”.

[@randothol9003]

Harry doesn't mind................

[@buffplums]

Rando'thol ...apparently he’s got a daytime job..?

[@jacksp1787]

@@buffplums : and he's doin' alright.

[@cgpandre]

Jacks P : He can play the Honky Tonk like anything...

[@andririki1298]

Gabriella 'Sultana' Quevedo? Cool

[@fidlips]

I've always loved Dire Straits and Gabriella's rendition only deepens that love. An incredibly beautiful arrangement and, even as a non-musician, I can appreciate the skill and dedication it takes to play at this level.

[@DoctorRocker66]

As someone who grew up on this music and knows it very well, I am very impressed with this. I am so glad the young generation is taking a liking to the classics.

[@pavelperina7629]

Worst is I know this band from my father who asked me to find it on Napster (and I'm not young)

[@cmroe87]

Gotta respect the classics, especially an exquisite piece like Sultans of Swing.

[@RandyTheBee]

I was doing yard work with my son [26] , listening to music on his phone. His songlist includes Ella Fitzgerald. I knew then I'd raised him right.

[@andrewtongue7084]

That's because it's where the impressarios were, Doc - these days., they're just pale imitations....

[@jeremiahfreeman3987]

The fact this awesome performance has been on KZbin 3years, has over 10M Views and STILL gets comments to this very moment - says it all! RESPECT.

[@Pablo_Anunnaki]

Don't be so poetic. She is so hot and knows how yo play it. Period.

[@bredlay6515]

Easily some of the best guitar playing I’ve ever heard. Such a unique style

[@colinatkinson996]

Absolutely brilliant. I can't imagine how long it took to come up with that arrangement. That's brilliant on it's own..

[@chteyjdrushifdhfd8128]

142 minutes.

[@slaves329.]

U mean 342 mins ryt?

[@julianharvey6584]

Massive fan of Dire straits for all my life really..Knopfler I think would call that magic..You captured the whole band with just an acoustic guitar. Wow..Dire straits are my fav band and I have set your version of this as my wake up alarm..Yes it is that good xx

[@budiwidjaja2478]

I AGREE 110%

[@francodilamperti5590]

@@budiwidjaja2478 Me too 200%

[@brucedriver6357]

@@francodilamperti5590 but I agree 212.3%

[@GEN-e1f]

Шикарная аранжеровка! Ритм - супер! Класс! Настоящее произведение искусства! 👍🏿

[@Rick_Retired]

Age 75, stopped in to see a Sultans of Swing performance, was captivated by skill, subscribed because of "sultry smirks" you grace us with and wish you a bountiful future doing what you love and do so beyond viewer's expectations.

[@littleshepherdfarm2128]

This is EXACTLY WHY I love the sound of a guitar! You can do practically anything with it if you have the right talent and equipment! This young lady has mastered this song in her own way and it's just too cool!!!

[@fredanderson5278]

Masterful arrangement. Love the bends, hammer-ons, slides, tapping..., all played with skill, syle, and perfection. Love it, Gabriella. Love the sweater too.

[@Gabriella9797]

Thank you!😃

[@Jan-S-Simonsen]

Fred Anderson Exactly what Fred said. Even the fret noise is musical.

[@geoffreysaadi3004]

Gabriella play with a Taylor 714 CE ? 814 CE or other 🤔

[@billkilbourne6409]

did you use a alternate or open tuning?

[@fredanderson5278]

@@billkilbourne6409 Tuning: D A D F A D (from low to high) as stated above. Click on "SHOW MORE"

[@hormazddoc4244]

Its one of he best instrumental tunes I've hear. It's amazing how so many tune ranges are being played in synchrony to make beautiful music. 😃 👏

[@RayDAider1]

Love how she just takes her time with this...never rushed...at all.

[@dreamer2260]

Yeah one thing I've noticed is that her timing is really excellent.

[@keim3548]

It’s easier to play this slow

[@davesmulders3931]

Well, if you play along with her you notice her tempo is off in some parts. Slower because she has not practiced it as much as the returning parts of the song. Doesn't matter though... I prefer a bit of a tempo mess over a strict tempo. I play this piece with a capo on 5th and when you pan them a bit left/right it makes for a really enjoyable guitar duet due to the different voicing. Must have played it 6 or 7 times through in a row. @Kei M: By the way, it is actually harder to play this slow. If you go fast, you can omit a lot of nuances...when you go slower every detail counts and stands out.

[@dragilxcom4176]

Suit me better with 1.25 playback speed on youtube.😀

[@ragebait988]

yea...not quite my tempo. lol

[@philipmorgan6812]

My eyes and ears are old, but when she interprets a piece of music I have enjoyed for years my heart feels the years lift away.

[@GazinGeezer]

I'm ancient and by god she is easy on the eyes. But talented? Incalculable....

[@azcro-dev]

She plays this song better than the ones who created it 🤟

[@MrDanoman812]

OH, the same here. She did an absolutely fantastic job. In fact, it's the BEST one i've seen, by FAR too...!!!

[@gaipou6982]

“Tuning: D A D F A D (low to high)” Thank you dear! The reverb sound is a breathtaking one!

[@riverbankfisher]

Such timing, precision, and technical mastery of the guitar's fretboard are rare. On a box guitar with steel strings, the finger strength it takes to hold and switch between those complex chords is daunting, yet Ms. Gabriella makes it look easy. Wow, Mark Knoffler's classic guitar anthem never sounded so good.

[@thechops2000]

The first time I heard this (on Dire Straits radio) I was stunned. I immediately ran to my phone and took a screenshot, so I could look up the artist later. I can’t explain how deeply this touches me. ❤️

[@powermetal26]

One of the greatest groups to ever exist. I own all FIVE of their albums, and only one song I don't like out of all five albums.

[@arrowheadhomestead2207]

Look for the knotting hillbillies too

[@junkeyktro]

Never thought about someone playing this music like that, impressive.... beautiful...

[@dbadenhorst]

This is REAL talent: I could listen to this all day.

[@lewisgriffiths9928]

I have been listening to it for 4 years!

[@lewismachin20]

I'm better

[@aaronbetzel9468]

Me too.

[@davearagon7571]

I do.

[@gabaghoul23]

sophie lloyd is the same with electric- writing the vocals into her scores like gabby

[@s.trottier3239]

I have heard this song covered so many times, but never have I heard it done any better than this. Bravo!

[@joemorgan4484]

OMG absolute brilliance 👏👏

[@jadelysibolboro1817]

Intricate. Clean. Makes you want to listen to all of her repertoire. So addictive

[@marchaney]

This song is one of my all-time favorites. I never get tired of listening to the Dire Straits recording. Covering it was a very tall order. What you have done here presents the song (beautifully I might add) in the context of the song, a great song. If I had never heard Sultans of Swing before now I'm pretty sure I'd be saying "What a great song!" Very tastefully presented and masterfully performed. Thanks.

[@thegreatsauna2347]

Your styling of this song is on point. The depth and clarity of the heart of this song is pure gold, bringing the soul of rock and roll to life. Thank you Gabriella, your guitar riffs are inspiring.

[@azharzain1372]

Cool acoustic cover

[@jpetoking]

I love the fact that she gives us the tabs & tuning like we’re supposed to be able to play this outstanding cover

[@jenniferm6042]

why do you think it already has 2+ million views? Surely some people have tried to watc 100x to try and play how she plays LOL

[@susanjohnson6276]

Making an already more difficult song into a fingerstyle arrangement? INCREDIBLE!!! God bless you!

[@simonsmith3060]

It's already fingerstyle, Knopfler is a fingerpicker.

[@susanjohnson6276]

@@simonsmith3060 She plays the melody, bass line and the accompaniment all at once. She even keeps the acompaniment and bass line going while simultaneously playing the guitar solo on top of that. Knopfler doesn't do that! He is a fingerpicker but he doesn't do much of it in this song...Not like in his AMAZING Romeo and Juliet.

[@ianm6204]

She plays like Tommy Emmanuel

[@selvamthiagarajan8152]

you know what you are talking about,

[@gabaghoul23]

and she added vocals to boot

[@veronikafrankova5191]

Can't even describe the feeling : almost like floating weightless somewhere safe and peaceful. Brought back my childhood memories when my uncle used to listen to Dire Straits a lot. Thank you for your beautifully captivating arrangement and spreading good vibes ❤

[@peterbeaumont]

Awesome! There are so many good covers of this song, but yours is the only one I've heard with originality ❤❤ pure listening pleasure 😊

[@Hearthman1159]

Some people don't understand fingerstyle playing is a combination of the melody and lyrics arranged by this artist as their interpretation and not an attempt to 'cover' it. Notice how she isn't afraid to change up the tempo in places to emphasize a part. Gabriella is a world class, world respected finger style artist not to mention a joy to mankind.

[@LexanderMiller]

To be clear, Mark Knopfler also played “fingerstyle”, it’s not just for combining lyric melody to the song. That being said, this was beautiful, but I wish she didn’t use so much reverb.

[@adampalm4444]

Know that you are right.

[@Alyssasrealm]

@@LexanderMiller Right, a bit too much of reverb and sorta brand new Elixir strings overvibrating. But great anyway and a matter of taste.

[@dennisfrier3191]

Love their stairway to heaven

[@augustdarrow1602]

I've been following her for a while now and I noticed that a lot of people are very jealous of her so they put a thumbs down I think she is like wicked awesome guitarist I like to see her more often. I heard that Eddie Van Halen passed today.please do something from the master who went to a better place rest in peace 🙏 Ed

[@davidwilliams2722]

I'm very jealous, too. But a BIG thumbs up. I don't understand any thumbs down. No, I can't play that well. But that's on me. I have nothing but admiration for her.

[@samblack5313]

August Darrow I’d prefer to see her ACTUALLY play it, even if it had small mistakes, etc. sucks to see someone pretending.

[@gcr6873]

Beautiful version. Mark KNopfler, a Genius!

[@nomaddag4402]

I hope Mark Knopfler sees this and hears what you have done to his song. I would think he would be very proud. Well done yet again.

[@user-sarbu3]

Красавица, просто прелесть, с удовольствием слушаю но больше всего жду когда она в конце улыбнется

[@noexluna]

Entendi nada !

[@HUCgok1]

Только что хотел то же самое написать , слово в слово.

[@АндрейПирогов-ь1п]

Улыбка как у Милы Йовович.

[@владимирвовк-д5ш]

Габріелочка- ти super. Твоя чарівна гра просто заворожує. ТАЛАНТ

[@lucilenepires6365]

Parabéns! Sou fan deles ,amoooo

[@goteverlastinglife]

Very impressive, working all those solo licks in while arranging the rhythm in as well. Love how you play in SO MANY different tunings. It is almost like learning the guitar all over again when you first play in a new tuning.

[@ahmedbouzid9069]

⚘🕊🌟🌟🌼🌟🌟🍀💕🌷🍀🌻🌲

[@Bigmozzarella]

Best comment here. True! So much going on in this complex and brilliant arrangement.

[@ЛеонидМальков-е3д]

Красивая музыка, прекрасная девушка...и Ваша скромная улыбка)...так можно и влюбиться;)). Сам с музыкальным образованием по классу "баян",..на гитаре-самоучка, но такой звук его качество, само исполнение на ещё и шестиструнной гитаре...вижу и слышу впервые...слушаю с удовольствием, спасибо Вам!!! )

[@richardzak7430]

Dark, mysterious, with some flamenco sprinkled in. Total guitar mastery

[@TomBice]

Every time I hear you play that guitar it sends chills down my spine. All I can say is, Wow!

[@cesarantoniozippinferri6712]

Mark Knopfler would be pleased to listen such a beatiful version of his masterpiece. If I could play the guitar with such technique, I would be proud and accomplished. Congratulations on the work and thank you by sharing your masterpiece. 👏👏👏👏

[@filthymcnastyazz]

CESAR ANTONIO ZIPPIN FERRI you’re a personal friend of mark knopfler??

[@cesarantoniozippinferri6712]

@@filthymcnastyazz hey, Phil. Unfortunatly not, despite of being a big fan of him. As far as I know, he developed his fingering technique by initially studying classical guitar. That is why I believe that Gabriella’s version would bring him good memories and make him proud to see a great guitarrist puting so much work on one of his masterpieces.

[@opacor57]

i am 66 years old play also gitar and a bit piano bud this... . Nevermind the smiles this performend is natural and it is come out from your music heart . Nice great !! well done, go on !

[@قناةتوعوية-ث4م]

Elle fait deux travail en même temps, le rythme et solo ....très forte .....je l ai joué ce morceau quand j étais jeune à son âge, mais solo apart et le rythme seule....respect

[@mickreece7308]

After watching this, the thing that blew my mind even more than the playing of the song was the fact that I'm looking at 434 thumbs down on the rating. These 434 people simply have no appreciation for great music. You did an outstanding job Gabriella. As a player myself, it was thoroughly enjoying listening and watching. Thank you for posting this. Hope to see more.

[@RJrod34]

Sadly, there will always be haters, unfortunately. I am in agreement with you, amazing!

[@jamesduffy6518]

Disregard those assholes

[@JoelBass68]

It's up to 562 now.

[@samblack5313]

Mick Reece As a player yourself, surely you can see she’s not playing it here...... I assume that’s why the thumbs down.

[@sherilee]

@@jamesduffy6518 are they assholes or just musically/hearing impaired?

[@pcs56]

Everything about this is absolutely hypnotizing.

[@ellronayne293]

My dad took his life early this year and this was a song he loved as we were growing up and I can’t listen to it anymore but you play it so beautifully and effortlessly, you are so talented, this is amazing. ❤️

[@benknowles3760]

Sorry for your loss

[@nellyb5446]

Sorry for your loss Ell, Stay strong.

[@bite-my-shinny-metal-ass]

All the love in the world for you Ell

[@bjrnsjohnsen1278]

Still you searched the song on youtube....

[@randsp3c709]

@@bjrnsjohnsen1278 it was recommended to me , could have been the case

[@racebike6160]

I absolutely love the way you play the guitar and the Sultans of Swing is one of my favorite songs as well. I am so happy that I discovered you and your music via KZbin. Keep up the good work 🙂

[@johnsanchez8726]

So soothing watching her with her poised manners and incredible playing. Love her smile at the end Bravo!!!

[@tinkeringinthailand8147]

This has been one of my favorite tunes over the past 30 + years and your rendition made the hair on my arms stand up, thanks Gabriella. I will listen to this post many more times :)

[@tinkeringinthailand8147]

Looking amazing by the way ;)

[@midi510]

@@tinkeringinthailand8147 As always. Not to detract from her talent, but she is so, so beautiful.

[@johncall293]

I can only imagine the years of dedication and practice that went into bringing us this masterpiece. Thank you, sincerely!

[@jamblman]

Yet she makes it look disturbingly easy...beautiful!

[@RaymondLandis]

Exquisite, elegant and tasteful... So nice! Thank you for this interpretation!

[@JDPri77]

When Gabriella looks up and smiles while she plays some of the most original covers, it makes me very happy. Edit: I just bought a Taylor 714ce so Taylor owes Gabriella some cash because that sucker was pricy. As far as Taylor know, she influenced me to buy it.

[@staytight6340]

Ok perv

[@immarchenwald5131]

yes you are right; but most time she's dreaming:-)

[@glenncalzada1707]

Makes me wish I was half my age and living on her block...

[@edmiller8544]

@@staytight6340 Yeah a man liking an attractive woman is really perverted. 🙄

[@brianscott5666]

G is so good .. do good .. you will be see

[@pl5bnsf]

Is the smile written into the arrangement? My brother would have loved this video, he gave me an appreciation for Dire Straits. And he shared his love of Taylor guitars and for the music of Gabriella as well, such wonderful guitar skills! This is one of those covers where it honors the original song yet stands on it's own. Shows the briliance for the original music and then shows the skills and passion for this cover by Gabriella.

[@randothol9003]

Eloquently stated. Agreed

[@kiwi57ie]

I love her videos. This is in the same class as her hotel California cover, where it sounded like she was playing all the different instruments at the same time..she’s amazing!!

[@stefanstefanescu3202]

I'm speechless. This wonderful lady plays brilliantly and gave her own twist to the greatest rock and roll song ever. Also playing the vocals with the guitar, wow!! I'm deeply impressed!!! Thank you for the goosebumps and reviving memories of the beautiful music era of the 70/80s.

[@alexandervideo3804]

I'm speechless too, no way, it's impossible!

[@f100sCUSTOMSCLASSICS]

She played it and my head provided the lyrics! Beautiful arrangement ❤❤❤Mark would be proud 🥲

[@kensedei7506]

Pure and clean. I've never heard her miss a note. Always played without mistakes...awesome guitarist. Love her music and arrangements.

[@diggerthegroundhog8799]

She actually missed two toward the middle but who cares.. she is amazing

[@giaimo13]

She plays beautifully! If you want a note by note copy of Knopfler, go listen to Knopfler! This is her interpretation, played in a different style than Mark Knopfler, and it’s gorgeous, skillful and evocative.

[@miguelurdaci7884]

facts

[@adronylperol1]

E X A C T ! ! !

[@321southtube]

Found this by accident rummaging through the world of KZbin. Absolutely wonderful. Two things....first off thank you for taking me away from stress and a crazy world for almost 6 minutes - I really appreciate that and secondly....I really love this song to begin with and you have just played my favorite rendition. You pay great honor to Dire Straits and show us all that you have remarkable talent. Well done

[@Pixics]

We can all take a break from this crazy world and find the joy in life.

[@sheilameyers152]

“Sultans of swing”....yeah!

[@eddierodriguez1103]

That was Great! Looks like a fun difficult piece to play. Beautiful talent expressed.

[@draknagar]

I could not imagine that this song can be played in finger style on one guitar only! Awesome!

[@hscharft]

Why not? Knopfler plays fingerstyle himself.

[@KNOPFLERSGOD]

It's meant to be played fingerstyle, Mark Knopfler played it that way on the original, no plectrum. You should try some Mike Oldfield too.

[@jteach23]

What a beautiful arrangement of this song. It amazes me how one guitarist can sound like 2 guitars. Very talented!

[@michaelharmon5991]

Chet Adkins could sound like three. But never as smooth and certainly not as pretty as Gabriella.

[@hansemannluchter643]

She even plays the bass!!

[@molware]

I was trying to figure out if there was a second guitar but it seems there is indeed only one. Chapeau!

[@CB-xr1eg]

@@michaelharmon5991 Chet Atkins*

[@sustainablelife1st]

The definition of prodigy. Truly phenomenal.

[@bigglyguy8429]

Absolute perfection, from the great interior décor and adorable jumper, to the instrument as beautiful as the young lady. The proud goofy smile was worth waiting for :) Like many of the other commentators I'm old enough to remember the original, and you've made me appreciate it. Thank you.

[@davidr4523]

Is it just me or the maybe the best part of her playing is when she looks up and smiles. I could loop that part of the video all day. Beautiful!

[@MrRazorblade999]

It's just you. The best part is her guitar playing.

[@r.a.6016]

No it isn't hahaha. She's absolutely beautiful!

[@CarlosMesa-mk1vp]

Yes jua.jua.jua la hice equivocar jua.jua.jua " the charly hasta risa le dio" esa piesa es siempre difil hasta se me olvido ji.ji.ji" el liche ho " the charly " jua.jua.jua"???

[@fatherdeerhands93]

It's Guitar George's daughter clearly, because she knows all the chords.

[@adampalm4444]

Lol. I concur. Have a great day.

[@24MJW24]

Mind you it’s strictly rhythm

[@Alyssasrealm]

She helped the Taylor a little bit to play that song.

[@ayanglawalling6403]

😂😂😂😂😂

[@partikle]

Underrated comment 😂

[@clivehoward4832]

A stunning performance beautifully played by a beautiful girl. Incredible talent, whatever you do don’t stop.

[@fCauneau]

The best musicians let us hear notes they actually don't play. You are among them ! Thanks for sharing your talent !!

[@ebrenard452]

It just doesn't get any better with a guitar producing a full band sound, and trueto the original, yet in your style. amazing.

[@IgorKoma]

No one can play like Mark in his best years! The girl for her work is worthy of respect.

[@andreamajorana283]

competition...competition ...she got inspired by Mark and she did a great job

[@MultiAngelforyou]

Габриэлла, Вы человек с другой планеты👍👍👍 С огромной любовью из России🌹🌹🌹

[@alexandervideo3804]

Она просто чудо, я упал со стула))

[@amirzukic71]

I was back in my youth listening to this version of the masterpiece. Beautifully played.❤✌️

[@hankcohen3419]

Unlike so many covers of this song you didn't try to be Mark Knopfler, you did your own thing. I love Mark Knopfler but I also appreciate when someone brings something new into a cover. If I wanted to hear Mark Knopfler I'd listen to Mark Knopfler. This is why in classical music a hundred people can play Beethoven and still do something new with it. Thank you

[@bobwebb1348]

Well said.

[@SadChimchar]

don't classical musicians normally perform a piece exactly as it was written?

[@hankcohen3419]

@@SadChimchar There's room for interpretation. Listen to the same Beethoven Sonata by two different artists and you will hear differences in interpretation.

[@clmasse]

Playing only the solo guitar would be very disappointing. This piece is characterised by a steady rythme along with the contrast of a cool guitar line. It is rather bluesy.

[@tc1817]

She didn't try to copy it because she's average at best and can't play the solo.

[@Semnome-x5m]

Extrai notas lindas, limpas, belíssimas desse Taylor que é uma jóia. Bravo!!!

[@1mil1eshkere]

Ну какая же умничка 👍🏻 и 😍 красавица!!! Супер исполнение!!!

[@jaelexlinsey]

This is my favourite Dire Straits song. And you played it beautifully. A fantastic and excellent arrangement. Thank you and well done. You are super talented! 🙏🏼💖🙌🏼👌🏼

[@SeekLuminousThings]

This is just beautiful! The preponderance of open strings gives it a wonderful depth and resonance. It is recognisable right through but the version also has an originality and charm all of its own. Love it! God bless.

[@TheLawDawg]

Unless you play guitar it is impossible to understand just how good she is. Unbelievably clean and intricate presentation of an already hard song.

[@richardfonger987]

The only things missing are Passion & Style. But an A for technical ability.

[@edcaldwell9676]

Nobody knows the trouble I've seen

[@blakpower1995]

@@richardfonger987 you can't learn guitar like that without passion ... tried that ...didn't got far =))

[@TonyByrneIreland]

lol ok....

[@janmaler3335]

@@blakpower1995 SO TRUE!!!!!!!!!!

[@thegael44]

It's not just the music which is sublime, or the playing skill which is substantial, it is the INCREDIBLE arrangements she creates. What a talent!

[@ЕрболБайкенев-к5е]

Это просто великолепие!!! Умница, талант. Только одно восхищение. Дай бог тебе счастья, удачи, гармонии и творческих успехов. 👍

[@СергейХрусев]

похудела повзрослев! как всегда великолепно!

[@mChav34]

didn't realize how beautiful this piece of music was until i started hearing the acoustical versions popup on youtube. This rendition takes on a whole different tone than others and is at the top of my playlist. thank you.

[@ingmosappsforprofessionals4304]

Like walking around in an arts museum (KZbin music videos), then suddenly a door opens to yet a new room that you haven’t noticed before. The whole appearance is so adorable. Beautiful woman is playing breathtakingly beautiful music. And the video has full emphasizes on the music. What is most fascinating for me here, is that I hear new facets of Knopfler’s masterpiece, after all these 40 years I have listened to it.

[@ethanlomax3078]

why would 2,700 people dislike this video? it’s completely harmless and peaceful and fantastic.

[@LeandroSantos-yd3nj]

maybe cus they wanted the solo lol

[@FlaschDJ]

I agree with your assessment of her playing. Regarding your question? Who f’ing cares? Why would I possibly care what 2,700 people dislike? I don’t seek external validations for my Ioves.

[@nescifu1845]

@@FlaschDJ there are people for everything. but the ones with good taste make up the most.

[@davekanak]

Isn't she lovely and talented...Gabriella nails it and closes it with a smile. :D

[@jimwalden-h9o]

She is such a pleasure to watch & listen to, a world class beauty with genius ability...

[@hirosatoh3355]

Very cool Gabriella! I didn’t know what to expect on this cover… but as with everything else that you play, this one blows me away. Creative arrangements getting in all those other instruments and lead parts into a solo finger-style guitar arrangement. Beautifully done! ❤️🎶

[@Sgthanga]

She definitely knows all the chords

[@garyvanremortel5218]

And she makes it cry and sing...

[@nflynn]

Underrated comment, should be on the top.

[@ericryckman1559]

The perfectionist in me died a little after watching this and noticing the 5m views. We are 'jerks' if we call this for what is, but when you post mediocre music or performances, it's harder to find the people who take more time to practice so they can nail a performance before posting it. This is the generation that looks for pats on the back when only half way there. It was ok. Better than I can do, but not good for a KZbin post. That's still at playing for family and friends level. I love that song and of course want people to do it justice. It's not about hating, it's about loving the music so much, you want other people to share in it and maybe share in the respect for it too.

[@Qichar]

@@ericryckman1559 So... you thought Gabriella gave a mediocre performance? If I may ask, what did you think was not done very well? I'm asking not because I think you're out of line or a jerk, but rather because I honestly want your opinion. Personally, I think it has so many views because this performance is very good for different reasons than performance perfection. I rather like the way she arranged it so the melody is interwoven with the rhythm, which she has to play together on the same guitar. Also, the arrangement is very lovely and pleasing, showing creativity in a way that departs from the original as a cover while still obviously being respectful towards the original (not easy to do). Finally, she switches up the tempo at times to provide variety and emphasis. I think she shows musicality; it seems she is aware that she's giving a performance and wants to entertain us, not simply get a pat on the back for posting something.

[@S_C_O_R_C_H]

​@@ericryckman1559 feel free to drop your own version of you playing this song. we'd love to hear it.

[@shadowshadow2485]

I'm 70 years old & love this , thank you so much , you brightened my heart , so so well played , wow , thanks , moe

[@detch5307]

I almost can't believe what I'm watching. This young lady is an absolute prodigy. I agree with all the comments below...Intricate, technical, clean, masterful, and beautiful. And I love that guitar.