Eternity ~Memories of Lightwaves~ (Final Fantasy X-2 Piano Collections)

Finally got around to uploading another video. This piece is probably the most popular track from FFX-2, as the title screen music. This arrangement is improvisatory in nature and takes some unexpected and creative turns. It's especially fun to play through the middle section building up to the huge climax, since I take it at a very aggressive and risky pace.
Stay safe everyone!
Piano: Kawai Novus NV10
Piano VST: Garritan CFX Full
My current CFX settings: forum.pianoworl...

[@claire9058]

I finally signed up for piano lessons after procrastinating for so many years. Can't wait for the day I can finally play this song as good as you!

[@sybbilvenatores6392]

Oh Hell yea dude!

[@BlueGrovyle]

Playing piano is a blast. Hope you have a good time.

[@claire9058]

@@BlueGrovyle Thank you! I'm enjoying every bit of it so far, although reading the music scores can be challenging sometimes :-) but it's a happy challenge!

[@BlueGrovyle]

@@claire9058 I used to suck at reading music, but like almost anything else, you'll get pretty good if you just do it a lot.

[@cabaniukm5949]

How's your progress so far?

[@alexcalixto4422]

Funny how not many people know where this song is from! This song will make any grown man tear up! I finally got to see it played on a piano. Such an awesome job!!!! ❤

[@senerio2124]

It's probably my favorite song of the album, I was able to pick up the CD from a second hand store during a recent trip to Japan for just 900 Yen!

[@raymonelewis3025]

I lost my great grandmother earlier this year and listening to this made me almost tear up. Amazing work ❤

[@DragusCalliforous]

Almost? Bro... Let the tears flow my dude

[@KevinBradbeer-d5d]

I play piano and can play this song as well, but wow does this guy have the hands of a God, the sheer accuracy, swiftness, grace, professionalism, improvisation, and skill, is absolutely bar none phenomenal. This man has obviously put the time in to know his scales, sharps and flats to a "T". Well done. Hard work pays off. Thankyou for that stunningly beautiful, nastalgic and unforgettable piece of music.

[@Dreatz]

You're playing it without a music sheet BRO!!!!!! Dayummm legittt!!!!!! RESPECT!

[@jeremyngpiano]

This is a masterpiece, so glad you covered this! I love your build up from 4:05 - very crisp and well articulated.

[@kingmarcusrich]

Amazing right lol

[@teejay818]

Yeah, that was powerful and clear. Love it.

[@Radical_Dreamers]

the crystal clear reflection in the piano is very satisfying to watch also great cover

[@vat69lh]

wow. that part around 4:00 through 04:30 is really difficult. amazing skills

[@nolongerinuse488]

This song always makes me cry.

[@jack-ux6wn]

holy shit he’s back! YESSSS

[@jack-ux6wn]

time to rewatch etude-tableau for the 50th time in celebration

[@ralphrestubog5519]

very nice. I like

[@GibrailBDK]

Soooo perfect ! Awesome ! Magnifique ! Merveilleux ! J’adore j’aimerais vous acheter cette musique ! ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@jsoad]

Definitely the best version imo. clear and concise at the end doesn't sound rushed... Beautifully played.

[@MrMADONNACOLLECTOR]

Now this is the "FULL VERSION" we have all been waiting for. OMG ... TY!!

[@colinsan3]

Amazing cover! From the 4 minute mark though, that build up. Goosebumps! Unreal!

[@kilikilio5321]

this is beautiful, so much nostalgia

[@szzhao2752]

Most love piano NV10 playing the most love piece in FF10-2 with great emotion. Best.

[@youngyuan7743]

I’ve to say this is the best version I ever heard. Thanks!

[@corpopolis]

No performance I’d heard so far has matched or exceeded the original…until now - Hats off!

[@1632_seeker]

今まで色々な方の“Eternity”を聞いてきましたがアレンジ無し（多分、アレンジはされていないですよね？）では現時点で最高の演奏だと思います

[@elizabeth-lmhxmx]

i can’t wait to finally be able to play this song on the piano after so many yearsss im finally learning how to play piano

[@simonc8265]

Great piece, one of my favourites. Wonderful interpretation.

[@spiral9198]

Absolutely incredible... This happens to be my favorite piece from the series.

[@marcoaraujo6328]

Amazing! Precise notes, very well done. ONe of the most beautifil pieces of music in the game history

[@joseprieto2811]

So touching... I'm gradually became a fan of your work, and of Garritan CFX too. I've tried a lot of other piano VSTs, but this one never dissapoints me. Bravo, maestro. Your playing, your Kawai and this terrific library make the day!

[@BeeBeeBae]

i love this piece so much

[@SundayVibesmusic]

One of my all time favs..beautiful playing friend! 👏🏽❤️

[@jf4156]

ah.. the song that made me start playing piano

[@UKcrispergirl]

Gives me chills every time

[@Smiggensful]

I love this so much, words cannot express. You play this so beautifully, I prefer your version to the official recording. 💙

[@dekirou320]

Thx youtube for recommending this video 😍😍😍😍

[@javierperez8500]

no sabes como adoro escucharte tocar, eres inspiración

[@Jonosom_acevilante]

This was sensational, thank you 👏🏼

[@Rem694u2]

Fantastic job! Beautiful song and you did it more than justice!

[@Kwicc213]

This is beautiful

[@geegeegee7]

It's so beautiful... I'm currently learning this song on piano and your rendition is so soft and elegant... One of the best version i've ever heard! Hopefully one day i will play as good as you too 💙

[@kiryubehemoth4194]

This is my favorite song of Final Fantasy X-2, and This is an outstanding job ❤️ Amazing, simply Amazing ❤️❤️

[@elihugonzalez2945]

0:36 - 1:56 Has always been my favorite part. Everything after is beautiful though

[@BlueGrovyle]

It's what comes to mind first for me when someone mentions the song.

[@elihugonzalez2945]

@@BlueGrovyle Right? Same here

[@ffelegal]

Wow..such a beautiful piano sound. What an amazing job you have done. In awe.

[@huynhaiden7686]

Waiting for so long!

[@nogamenolife705]

Love your videos and interpretations. I have been coming back to them for years, please keep it up. Especially final fantasy music! ;)

[@RelaxingPianoCovers]

Beautiful arrangement with some nice rich chord voicings.

[@gladiadorcibernetico]

Loved it! I was lookin for the sheet music but this is actually an improv. Never stop playing you are awesome!

[@rach3master]

Thanks! This is not an improv. I bought the sheet music here: www.amazon.com/Final-Fantasy-Piano-Collection-Sheet/dp/4636290704

[@gladiadorcibernetico]

@@rach3master ty very much!

[@famousimsofabolous2051]

so beautiful. u are the best cover i've heard so far

[@mellowbeatz93]

Welcome back!!

[@anytalks99]

Finally found this song!!! I remembered first time listening to it when my brother play the game, such a master piece. And great job playing it! Is it possible to send me the sheet? I've been searching for it :)

[@rach3master]

Thanks. I bought the official book a long time ago. It's kind of pricey now, but you may be able to find a cheaper version elsewhere. www.amazon.com/Final-Fantasy-Piano-Collection-Sheet/dp/4636290704/

[@darkfirezero]

Straight watched twice. I used to be able to play this in my 20s.. Now relearing. Love to all. Kuon. Off-sheet bro

[@asmrcarousel]

This is so good ❤ Wow I had never seen it played. I always wondered if I could play this by ear from watching someone first, but now I’m sure I can’t… plus my fingers would probably cramp hehe xD

[@lren6907]

I rarely comment on video, but your cover is so beautifully played! good job!

[@liam582]

This is amazing ❤

[@deedumeday518]

beautiful!

[@smarteriq]

Such a treat to wake up to this video. Marvelous as always!

[@Smiggensful]

I love this so much, I can't stop watching. Beautifully played.

[@mrpanicattack6688]

4:43 I love that part! 😍 This is one of my favorite FF music! You're really good sir! I wish I can play like you haha! I'm so happy I found your channel randomly, I was looking for a good piano arrangement of "In The Bleak Midwinter" and surprisingly, you've got the best interpretation of that Christmas song with a twist of Liszt 😘

[@meowparadox5193]

Ya killed it man, nice 1.

[@highestself8964]

Beautiful

[@Hylxg]

Beautiful interpretation

[@Duhemsounds]

This is a beautiful piano version, good playing

[@sugerace1]

Just when I thought it couldn't get any sweeter...thank you

[@diggydown9602]

Just discovered you today, and you have rightfully earned yourself a new subscriber 😊 Thank you so much for this beautiful cover of an FF classic, as well as your amazing takes on Tifa and Aerith’s Themes too! 🎹 It was an unexpected, but much welcomed break from the current stresses we’re experiencing in the world right now, so just wanted to let you know that it’s greatly appreciated 🙂 Hope you are doing safe and well, my friend! 👍🏼❤️

[@nicolelim4975]

beautiful as usual

[@Smoothjazz001]

Best one

[@user-ce2hr7fw7w]

Thank You! You play very well. ☺😊

[@sonh788]

Wanted by the FBI for dropping a bomb 🔥🔥

[@Solv3nt9]

I don’t understand why musicians decide to embellish something already perfect

[@Potatointhehood]

FFX-2

[@simply4633]

you're back!

[@komamix]

Thank you

[@WorkLed]

Perfect! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@絶屯-i6t]

すごく上手❤️

[@kingmarcusrich]

Thank you 👌🏾❤️

[@tedcapellos3676]

Playing on a Yamaha and a Kawai ? Piano collecting ? Nice . i play a CLP 685 and an N1 . I know the feeling .

[@rach3master]

Thanks. I sold the Yamaha and replaced it with a Kawai.

[@羽川翼-b8s]

I love it

[@thepocketboy]

Any suggestions on the playing the stupid part halfway through page 55? Right there where the tempo changes to 98. ( 2:57) Ugh the rhythm keeps breaking my brain for those 14 measures! Love this song. Well played sir

[@serendipitouscomet]

For the longest, I thought original song sounded like two people playing simultaneously. But I guess it is possible with one piano.

[@likeachildluv]

As always, GREAT!!! I have been enjoying many of your playing for many many times and will not stop that, hope you can upload more pieces in the future! Another thing, how do you use your vst to record? I am a beginner and wanted to also record myself so bear with me :)

[@rach3master]

Thanks! Setting up a VST as a complete beginner is a bit too complicated for a KZbin comment. I recommend checking out the Digital Pianos subforum on forum.pianoworld.com/. This image might help you if you're just trying to figure out how to connect your piano to VST. i.imgur.com/HYBuKjw.png

[@likeachildluv]

@@rach3master I will surely look into that! Thanks for replying to me and the resources! ♥️

[@hanawa9173]

No se si entiendes español pero en el minuto 4:05 lo haces tambien que se me ponen los pelos de escarpia por la emocion que me trasmites gracias.

[@guillaume7670]

BRAVO 👏👍👏👍

[@adamheeley285]

Everybody that plays this song always speeds up the ending...slow down! the ending should not be fast, it should be deliberate.

[@kingsrowcollectibles6363]

Why did I kind of expect Dearly Beloved after that intro?

[@oussadan83]

Quel pied merci

[@user-uq7rr6hw3f]

Is there a possibility that you could upload a tutorial for this song please please pleaseee 🙏🏽 I just got out of a 9 year relationship, i dont do therapy or talking to anybody about my problems, 2022 and so far 2023 have been the worst years of my life I'm 31.. and Idk I feel like this song really expresses all the bottled up emotions I have and I've listened to you play it so so many times and I love it so much. Sometimes I cry when I listen to it cause I feel like no one understands.. and I would really just love to learn to play it myself the way you play it as well. It's so beautiful. Please teach me if you have the time to do so 😊 I'm not crying, you're crying!

[@thecrazyalien2862]

🥹

[@klautstreif9973]

😍😍😍😍😍

[@DavidGonzalez-bi8et]

....I need this exactly piano sheet or midi~ i download two but i didn't like their version. Yours are beautiful ✨👏✨

[@manure0x139]

god god

[@bertb480]

nice! how long did it take you to be able to play this if I may ask :)

[@rach3master]

Thanks! Maybe 3-4 weeks

[@StephenRozas]

Which kawai piano is this 😮and which electric one imitates this sound 😮 Kawai brand only though

[@townnet]

Hi, the LCD screen can't turn off while you are playing?

[@haramari_piano]

Blabo😭😭😭👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❥

[@UYazzy]

i really wanna know how play this

[@gentlewhalepiano]

Hey I'm just wondering with your settings and dynamic range 100, do you just up the master volume in your DAW when you record? I find its pretty quiet for me unless i mess around with the velocity curve.

[@rach3master]

My recorded file is very quiet. I use the free software Audacity to amplify the volume of my file as loud as possible without clipping.

[@gentlewhalepiano]

@@rach3master Ah okay, gotcha thanks for responding! :)

[@dailywitch8199]

Очень красивые руки

[@ramannoodlesoup7441]

Most of the videos about this were made so many years ago.. this song brings back many memories. Also because of Aphmau my street.

[@ginoyang5062]

Gudshit

[@JkyLi]

I have been watching you for a while. I am curious what headphone you are using, I want one for practising, any recommendations?

[@rach3master]

I like my Sennheiser HD 598SEs.

[@zardecil9419]

Do you have sheet music for this?

[@jackgall8924]

Where did you learn the notes of the song?

[@dkld8141]

커버곡중 이게 제일 괜찮음

[@arzakku8838]

класс

[@sleepiestboi4631]

Beginning is a bit rushed but otherwise great performance!

[@Golfstar17]

Rachmaster, I would be very grateful if you could play this when my fiance walks down the aisle to marry me.