Greensleeves (anon and F. Cutting): Daniel Estrem, renaissance lute

Daniel Estrem playing Greensleeves on renaissance lute
first part is the anonymous version followed by Francis Cutting's
variations, then ending with the anon version
explore Daniel's other channel of 831 tracks from his Magnatune albums at Daniel Estrem - Topic

[@SlinxTheFox]

This song will forever sound the best on the lute

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks! it seems like a pretty good match

[@szurmatpl]

Certainly

[@jaysoncronly7041]

nah harpischord

[@ramiabdalla2661]

so true

[@obscuremusictabs5927]

This suspiciously sounds like something Big Lute would say.

[@Mikej1592]

this song sounds perfect on the lute

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks Mike!

[@writerpatrick]

It was probably written for the lute.

[@deldia]

Yeah I think it’s best on lute, harp and classical guitar.

[@marshmallowmountains4636]

I use these for my D&D group when my Bard plays something. :D It makes it much better than just saying, "I play my lute." and sitting in silence.

[@danbluedeer]

use it as you wish, Sam!

[@marshmallowmountains4636]

@@danbluedeer Aw, you're so nice! You play the lute very well. It's so pretty! I can listen to it for hours.

[@seanmcgcostumes]

I do the exact same! It's always so wonderfully evocative and the group always enjoys it. :)

[@masterspark9880]

Use this version kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4e6maulftB7qrs&lc=UggIQTHjcadCHHgCoAEC

[@soslothful]

I don't play D&D but suggest Omnia and Covus Corax would go very well with it.

[@OnionChoppingNinja]

how it was intended to sound. Amazing

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks OCN...I appreciate the comment Daniel

[@BackPalSA]

Love it! Genuinely makes me feel like I'm in a tavern hundreds of years ago.

[@danbluedeer]

The concert hall was a rarity when lutes roamed the earth but today it affords us the luxury of actually hearing the music, as does recording technology. I'm still looking for the best way to amplify the lute- it's a challenge.

[@finn9233]

@@danbluedeer directional guitar mic + acoustic guitar amps (like vox)

[@andrej8413]

Man it's so sweet to see that after all this time you're still responding to comments

[@danbluedeer]

Andrej --Thanks for that comment!

[@roderickcampbell2105]

Agreed. And it's very beautiful music too! Timeless.

[@TheBl0rp]

I've always thought that Greensleeves sounds like the quintessence of medieval music, and this cover has cemented that impression.

[@danbluedeer]

it's a great tune, whenever it was written

[@anvime739]

I had a miserable day and this song was like a balm for my heart. Thank you.

[@danbluedeer]

Thank You for the positive comment. music can be wonderful medicine / daniel

[@truekingvictory]

Ah, another piece by the most prolific composer in the world: Anon Beautiful playing, btw!

[@danbluedeer]

Thank You! cheers

[@shaurz]

I think Various Artists was more prolific.

[@Suikevrije]

ban you heard about bach or telemann ?

[@basedokadaizo]

at least he didn't credit it to Henry VIII.

[@aidenhall8593]

Imagine you’re in then Middle Ages and you’ve never even heard music, and this is the first song you hear

[@danbluedeer]

Aiden -I think I'd go looking for a lute

[@daviddaniello7222]

I'd most likely cry

[@daroth7127]

you make a very estute point, and its definitely something we take for granted today, before music media took off, most people had only heard they're favorite song maybe once or twice in their whole life(unless they themselves were a musician), in the past, if you wanted to listen to music you needed someone to play it.

[@ShanghaiRooster]

They did have music in the Middle Ages (and earlier) you know. Late 16th century, which is when this dates from, is hardly middles ages anyway. 😎 Check this, from circa 1260 kzbin.info/www/bejne/qX6mcmykjtN_jdE, or this, perhaps the oldest surviving English song, from circa 1225 kzbin.info/www/bejne/bYbZlqaBoZ2SjZo. One final song, from circa 1300 kzbin.info/www/bejne/gaOVfYWmrZmIr80

[@Paul.Morgan]

People have been making music since forever.

[@jcc7333]

I first watched this 3 years ago. Sometimes you can’t beat a classic

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks for listening! (again)

[@Zenovarse]

Best on KZbin Ive found yet

[@danbluedeer]

That's really nice to see....thanks so much!

[@sarasen8147]

same here! his timing is just right for me.

[@danbluedeer]

@@sarasen8147 Thank You Sara! ...much appreciated / Daniel

[@orsIoz]

this makes me feel very nostalgic, my parents used to hum this to me as a child so hearing it again now feels nice

[@danbluedeer]

the song is probably one of the most-hummed ever (at least in the western hemisphere) thanks for the comment!

[@JoeKurr5]

You are really dedicated to your craft, not only are you amazing using a lute, you sill reply to your fans, even years after this video was published! We need more people like you!

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks Joe - really appreciated your message!

[@Adharaaa]

I always forget how much I like the lute, and then this pops up in my KZbin recommendations. Good to be reminded

[@danbluedeer]

Adhara - thanks for the comment!

[@user-zf3xq4cm3z]

Снимаю шляпу и вечно благодарен , что на земле такие люди есть Другим путём до слёз не добудиться и сердце у меня похоже есть.

[@danbluedeer]

Thank You! I appreciate your comment

[@user-zf3xq4cm3z]

@@danbluedeerЖаль не читаете по русский , а я в английском не силён Учил когда то в институте , а вот без практики облом. Я вам бы рукопись направил -- воспоминания и стихи, большой привет от водолаза , здоровья счастья и любви. Александр. Киев.

[@moon-cf2vw]

⁠@@user-zf3xq4cm3zI hope you are safe🙏🇺🇦

[@giampaolomazzola7647]

One of the best performances I’ve ever heard. Your playing reinvokes the XVI century atmosphere perfectly

[@danbluedeer]

Thank You Giampaolo! - I really appreciate your comment

[@mitchmatthews6713]

A song that has stood the test of time. Many thanks for showing us how beautiful it really is.

[@danbluedeer]

Mitch - Glad you enjoyed it

[@benjoyce6247]

Discovered this video, because of an online test by my teacher. And I'm so glad I found it! I'm giving it a like!!!

[@danbluedeer]

Ben - Glad you liked it!

[@byzcathsoutherner]

I love this, you play an old instrument beautifully, a man of true talent. God bless you sir

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks for listening!

[@isatche]

Amazing rendition. This video deserves much higher view count

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks Ivan, I'm glad you enjoy the music.

[@isatche]

4 years later, this video sits at respectable half million views. Congratulations.

[@bobbytarantino3522]

I'VE FINALLY FOUND THE NAME OF THIS SONG!

[@danbluedeer]

there you go!

[@nickiemcnichols5397]

It is also named What Child Is This.

[@robbabcock_]

This is genuinely one of my favorite songs from any era. Beautifully done!

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks Rob --the song has weathered a lot of time

[@JOHN-tk6vl]

Favourite.

[@gerri3296]

Its times like this I'm thankful for the internet. That was simply beautiful. Thankyou for sharing 😊.

[@danbluedeer]

Glad you enjoyed it

[@merrylegs-xx8350]

They’ve recently used your video on a Facebook classical music page, I just had to find the original and give credit! This sounds absolutely beautiful!

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks so much! I appreciate your looking (and listening) Daniel

[@Fooma777]

Alas my Deer you do no wrong, to post these up so courteously

[@danbluedeer]

delighting in your company thanks!

[@abbikinghorn991]

Amazing.... For a few minutes I escaped 2020 and felt I was 400 or so years back. I could see the houses, the people, the muddy streets.... I was there! 💙❤️💜

[@danbluedeer]

Abbi -- yes, music can do that. It's a bit of time travel...

[@jeffreyg3375]

Greensleeves is filled with so much desperation but also filled with hope. It’s a perfect mix. Well played.

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks for listening, Jeffrey!

[@blueturkey]

Not many know the Cutting version. I once played it in a duet without the trad anon intro. Thank you for the memories. Beautifully played.

[@danbluedeer]

B. T. --Thanks for listening

[@scruton-4066]

Fantastic, it is the first time that I watch someone playing this melody and I found it really incredible. Congratulations on your talent.

[@danbluedeer]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@user-wr1jf3pw8u]

,,Зелёные рукава" слышал раньше, но в современной обработке, а здесь, только Маэстро заиграл, у меня просто дыхание перехватило. Вот значит как звучит лютня, такой замечательный голос, и красивое исполнение прекрасной музыки. Аплодирую стоя 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@danbluedeer]

thanks for listening!

[@Caleb-fv5fp]

It’s amazing how this song was in pop culture since the Middle Ages through the renaissance through the classical era through the industrial revolution through 2 world wars through the digital era through the second millennia and all the way till 2022 with no signs of stopping.

[@danbluedeer]

Caleb - you're right about that!

[@jacklambert1521]

Thank you for this brief moment of peace you've given me sir. It's been a rough few years, but fantastic music like this gives me strength. You can truly find God in beautiful music. Bless you Mr. Estrem!

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks for the message, Jack keep on listening!

[@NatTy1999_]

Alas my love you do me wrong To cast me off discourteously; And I have loved you oh so long Delighting in your company. Greensleeves was my delight, Greensleeves my heart of gold Greensleeves was my heart of joy And who but my lady Greensleeves. I have been ready at your hand To grant whatever thou would'st crave; I have waged both life and land Your love and goodwill for to have. Greensleeves was my delight, Greensleeves my heart of gold Greensleeves was my heart of joy And who but my lady Greensleeves. Thy petticoat of slender white With gold embroidered gorgeously; Thy petticoat of silk and white And these I bought gladly. Greensleeves was my delight, Greensleeves my heart of gold Greensleeves was my heart of joy And who but my lady Greensleeves.

[@danbluedeer]

good - now I can sing along :)

[@Iernokach]

My favorite way this song is played, thank you!

[@danbluedeer]

nice to hear that - thanks!

[@crazydiomond9697]

I playing this song on my viola for an orchestra concert almost a year ago and almost falling asleep because of how calming it is

[@danbluedeer]

it's a great tune...

[@kao354]

Thank you for this beautiful and clean performance!

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks kao354! Your comment is appreciated. Dan

[@dinagarcia1390]

¡Hermoso! Saludos desde Argentina 🇦🇷🇬🇧

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks Dina!

[@grim-upnorth]

My friend told me she likes greensleeves. I knew the tune, but I wanted to refresh it in my mind. I searched youtube for greensleeves lute, and you were the first result. Very well done, I see why she likes the tune so much.

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks CharlieRC ... if you look under playlists the Greensleeves category has 4 different versions

[@grim-upnorth]

@@danbluedeer Excellent, thank you

[@GeopNorth]

Wish this excellent lute track was up on Spotify - the classical Ukulele version of Greensleeves that you have on Spotify is interesting, but it's nothing like the full beauty of the variations found on this track!

[@danbluedeer]

well thanks! I don't have much control over what is available on Spotify.

[@nathanhill4599]

Absolutely beautiful, thank you so much.

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks for listening Nathan!

[@mustardycloaca6593]

This song touches the soft part of my little heart and makes me feel a bitter sweet feeling. I love this so much and you did an amazing job! Thank you for putting this out there.

[@danbluedeer]

Thank You alex! / daniel

[@adobemastr]

Thank you for not grimacing, bugging out your eyes, or otherwise looking like you are having a baby as you play this wonderful piece of music. A true professional.

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks R. S. yes, it has gotten a bit out of hand with some players...looks like they're trying to have sex with their instruments. I've been accused of looking staid, which is OK with me

[@adobemastr]

@@danbluedeer I suspect they hurled the same "staid" accusation against the great Segovia. You are in great company. Far too many musicians, I think, perform these ridiculous antics to draw attention to themselves; it truly detracts from the music.

[@asadar6332]

Sir, your melody indeed melts my soul. Thank you for your great rendition!

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks for listening!

[@DoomStarRequiem]

Your video popped up on my recommendations.. I am not disappointed. I've been looking for music like this. Keep up your good work sir and may you be blessed with good health and good fortune.

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks for your positive message! /daniel

[@defantrar1068]

What a great play ! I wish i can play lute too, love from Indonesia !

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks for listening!

[@Reman1975]

I only searched for this to check I had the right title to the tune I've had in my head. I clicked on some random video and ended up here. I knew it was the one I was thinking of after only 8 seconds......... But ended up listening to this whole video (Twice in the end !) because your playing had such feeling that I couldn't just cut it off before it finished. Thanks for uploading this. An easy "Like" from me.

[@danbluedeer]

glad you "like" it!

[@andrewjohnstone963]

This genius of a man brings Tudor England to the modern day exquisite doesn't cover his talent Keep on keeping on this mans playing and his choices gladden my heart A tonic for toxic times thank you once more 🙏☺

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks Andrew!

[@sndprk9071]

Slowly starting to fall in love with the lute. After discovering The Witcher books and games, I've wanted to play the same instrument as my favorite character, dandelion. I want a lute to cosplay him with, but I also would like to learn to play the lute since I already play guitar, bass, and uke. Good thing Christmas is coming up.

[@sndprk9071]

I also would like to add that your performance was amazing. Absolutely gorgeous.

[@danbluedeer]

I haven't heard of the Witcher books ...maybe I'll do a search

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks! I appreciate your comments / Daniel

[@caesars.bubbles]

Haha same!

[@shekelboob]

I’d recommend listening to Skyrim’s OST, it has very nice lute songs, like “The Bannered Mare”, you could also try the game if you haven’t :D

[@JoschiChr]

There is no better version of this song than this one right here.

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks for listening (and the comment)

[@user-qz6cc9xu7v]

I'm Japanese, I'm using translation. I like the lute tone I learned in junior high school, especially the Green Sleeves! I am fascinated by your tone, and I support your future activities. And I will come to listen to this video again! !!

[@danbluedeer]

thanks for listening (and translating) if you look at the playlists there are 160 lute videos on this channel

[@enesitsme]

I could listen to it a thousand times and would still want more! I'm addicted to your videos!

[@danbluedeer]

Great! that's nice to hear ...there are 2 channels-- danbluedeer and Daniel Estrem Topic

[@ianlarrimore8]

I love the oldies!

[@danbluedeer]

me too....classics!

[@patriksaagim]

This is really lovely and serene! Thank you for this!

[@danbluedeer]

Thank you Patrik...your comment is appreciated. Daniel

[@maleb__]

You are great! A pleasure for the ears. From Italy🇮🇹

[@danbluedeer]

Leonardo - Thanks for listening

[@awardis3205]

It amazes me how elegantly and beautifully you play the lute, I really like it, thank you very much for your work!

[@danbluedeer]

Thank you very much!

[@emils7749]

Beautiful, relaxing and realy immersive!

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks Emiliano...I appreciate the comment Daniel

[@jackchapman7768]

Fantastic. Absolutely gorgeous!

[@danbluedeer]

Jack -Thank you! Cheers!

[@angr3819]

I love listening to this. It brings me peace.

[@danbluedeer]

Thank you Ang I'm glad it has that effect

[@Saturnit3]

Such an outworldly experience, love from Turkey, Mr. Dan

[@danbluedeer]

thanks for listening!

[@finanwenpiano]

I love this so much 💖 Thank you for sharing your talent and letting all of us travel back in time with your music 🙏

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks so much for the comment....yes, it is a bit of time-travel. I sometimes feel when I'm playing that I'm somehow bonding with composers from long ago. Music is an inexplicable communicator.

[@finanwenpiano]

@@danbluedeer Beautifully said! And so true. Wishing you luck and inspiration! You have a wonderful channel, and I'll definitely keep coming back for more 🎶

[@mrjjwwjj]

I'm starting to think that Patrick Rothfus, author of the name of the wind had no idea what a lute was when writing his book. I have yet to see a lute with only seven strings.

[@danbluedeer]

Huh... I must have missed that point when I read the books. I'm sure there must have been lutenists in the past that couldn't afford all those expensive gut strings that a fully string 7 or 8 course lute requires. Maybe they just used a single string for each course. One must remember that Kvothe was living in a different world than we know.

[@resourcedragon]

The medaeval lute had 5 courses, rather than the 6 of the early Renaissance lute. So 5 courses is 11 strings. (You still see this on middle Eastern ouds - but there the single string is usually the lowest, not the chanterelle.) Given that something like the rebec only had 3 strings, I think it's possible that there was a medaeval instrument with just 7 strings. . On the other hand, did Rothfus write "7 strings" when he meant "7 courses"? You may be right, he had zero understanding of the lute. . I continue to be amazed by the number of people who don't know what a lute is.

[@marcus8710]

So much focus on music in the books, that would indeed be odd. I don't remember specifically well enough about the lute - except in the tavern scene with the binder's chills... waiting for that next book.

[@Rigorwideo]

Even though it's not a lute but a guitar, the renaisance guitar had 7 strings: 4 courses with 3 doubles and a single upper string. It was the very first guitar and direct descendant of the lute, so a lute with that same setup doesn't seem unconcievable, especially in a fantasy book. (look up "The History of Guitat" on Rob Scallon's channel for more info)

[@dragonwithamonocle]

@@resourcedragon Truly you have a dizzying intellect

[@EmmanuelSikora]

This is a beautiful rendition. I love the lute!

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks Emmanuel! me too

[@itsRhodi]

It's not every day you come across something as charming as this! This was a very good introduction to an instrument I've never heard being played before. Bravo, sir

[@danbluedeer]

Revinum - Glad you enjoyed it!

[@ninabeatrizbernales2815]

Sir you are amazing..

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks Nina!

[@fardareismai4495]

Beautiful! This was one of the first songs I learned to play on the harp! It will always have a special place in my heart and I love this rendition, thank you for sharing it!

[@danbluedeer]

You're very welcome!

[@claudioherrera5681]

Hola me encanta este tema , podrías decirme como se llama? Muchas gracias.

[@maffoop]

Why am I just discovering this masterpiece? Excellent job and wonderful arrangement

[@danbluedeer]

the internet is a vast ocean... thanks for watching

[@CV_CA]

Very nice, thanks for posting.

[@danbluedeer]

Arthur - Thanks for listening

[@torisand]

Splendid, imortal mood!

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks Tor! glad you like...

[@jimmy12234]

This is so beautiful and I want to believe the theory that Henry VIII made this for Anne Boleyn

[@danbluedeer]

thanks Jimmy - you may find a lot of opposition from musicologists but you're free to believe what you like and it does make for a poetic image

[@Wolfganger]

I love medieval music, it’s so beautifully simple.

[@danbluedeer]

Thank you! Cheers!

[@jacquesfontaine3384]

Merveilleux timbre du luth , éternelle mélodie , merci pour le partage.

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks for listening- and the comment!

[@revessh]

Восхитительное исполнение✨

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks for listening!

[@wesleyayres7017]

I really think lute is the perfect instrument for this piece, especially with a master play such as yourself :)

[@danbluedeer]

Thank You Wesley! HNY!

[@wesleyayres7017]

@@danbluedeer happy new year :) I've been really wanting to compose lute music however although i play guitar and feel a lute would suit my playing style, i haven't the funds to buy one, would you be interested in collaborating? I could write the pieces for you to play? :)

[@lutzhessen1623]

Best old ancient string version ever, indeed!

[@danbluedeer]

Thank you Lutz!

[@ryandonnelly817]

Much love from Scotland 🇬🇧

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks Ryan!

[@Takh1]

Now that's what I call music 1530

[@danbluedeer]

that's probably what they were listening to....

[@maureenmiller4989]

Absolutely Beautiful!! Is there anywhere I can purchase a CD of this? Thank you sir.

[@danbluedeer]

sorry for not replying sooner - your message just appeared. I don't have any CDs of lute music...just videos / daniel

[@MultixGamePlayer]

Beautiful! I keep replaying this over and over again...

[@danbluedeer]

Glad you enjoy it!

[@mlg_bob_ross8185]

What an absolute G! Responds to every comment as far as I can be bothered to scroll. Respect.

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks Bob! I always liked those "happy little trees"

[@belkov44]

Браво!!!

[@danbluedeer]

thanks!

[@KohiHD]

my god this sounds amazing. But i have to ask, how long does that take to tune?

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks! once the lute is in tune (which takes quite a while to achieve) it stays in tune pretty well thanks to my replacing the friction pegs with mechanical pegs.a great invention!

[@resourcedragon]

Back in the day, someone wrote that "if a lutenist live to be 80 he will have spent 60 of those years tuning his instrument." Daniel is playing an 8 course Renaissance lute. Baroque lutes went up to 13 courses or 25 strings. My personal opinion is that is what killed the lute. Thirteen courses is just too much of a good thing. By contrast, the Baroque guitar had just 5 courses.

[@RabidNemo]

A pleasure to listen to, you've brightened my home and heart on a cold night

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks! It's cold here too...a bit early this year. /Daniel

[@tericarter2019]

Beautiful Song played by you Mr. Estrem...I had a music box my grandmother gave me of that song. It is one of my favorites played by you. That was lovely..Wow

[@danbluedeer]

Teri - Thanks for listening!

[@harrybroadhurst6770]

This makes me want a lute instead of a guitar.

[@danbluedeer]

thanks! they're both fabulous instruments...

[@MertIRL]

I’d like to hear the “Turkish tambur” from you, of course if you want :) en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Turkish_tambur

[@danbluedeer]

I'll look it up.... thanks

[@izemte48]

It's amazing to see a song referenced by Shakespeare (in the Merry Wives of Windsor) played on a lute from that time period! Really beautifully played and I enjoyed the video!

[@danbluedeer]

- glad you like it thanks for the listen

[@izemte48]

@@danbluedeerYou're welcome!

[@gajjopes]

Absolutely soothing and beautiful!

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks for listening

[@nicof.1854]

I'm a guitar player never tried the lute

[@danbluedeer]

if you can get your hands on a good one- you'll fall in love

[@Stabby__]

Excellent, love watching and listening, thank you for sharing your gift.

[@danbluedeer]

Stabby -Thanks for listening

[@hetedeleambacht6608]

cool variations, brings the theme to life!

[@danbluedeer]

Glad you like it!

[@brylancaldwell1556]

This was truly very beautiful; very well done!

[@danbluedeer]

Bryan ---Glad you enjoyed it!

[@garynarborough]

A classic played like a master. I enjoyed the interpretation of this Daniel. Great music to listen in this lockdown! Thanks for posting this!

[@danbluedeer]

Gary -Thanks for listening

[@baudobill547]

Great job!! I love this song so much ♡ the version of Cutting was the first I've heard, back in my teenager years... it is very special for me

[@danbluedeer]

Glad you like it!

[@no.1kickboxing226]

Lovely talent such a beautiful song

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks so much for listening!

[@mikhailblinov7049]

Как я счастлив слышать это чудесное исполнение

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks for listening!

[@brandonwest4168]

Absolutely beautiful! Gives me goosebumps!

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks Brandon!

[@ellakirchman5994]

Wow that was beautiful! I honestly felt like I was in the 1500s

[@danbluedeer]

Ella - Glad you enjoyed it!

[@umitanonymous3400]

One of my favourite piece, Thank you

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks for listening!

[@cs-paranormal]

This is such a beautiful song and you are a very talented musician. This has such an old world charm to it, especially due to the lute.

[@danbluedeer]

Thanks Oakheart!