Layton's Theme (Professor Layton and the Curious Village) Jazz Arrangement

A true gentleman adds the accordion to his repertoire so he can play Professor Layton's Theme!
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Layton content in 2021? Not the reality I expected, but I'll take it! I played maybe an hour of Curious Village on my DS, and enjoyed it! The Layton universe reminded me a lot of the Ace Attorney games (yes I know there's a crossover), but with more emphasis on interactive puzzle solving, which is a really really cute addition!
I've wanted to cover this song on the channel for SO LONG, I can't tell you how many times I've listened to the live version of this theme. In fact, I finished writing a complete arrangement in June of 2018, but never got around to recording it! I think the accordion part was the biggest roadblock for me - I didn't know any accordion players who I could confidently ask to play the part, plus I didn't know anything about writing for the accordion! Now that I have one of my own, and have learned to play it at a somewhat rudimentary level, I understand it a lot better, and was able to use it to fill in the gaps of this arrangement (which is a completely different one than the 2018 one that I never actually recorded). Full disclosure, that run at 0:57 in the accordion part is SO HARD to play, and what you're hearing is a hodgepodge of a bunch of takes that I did of that melody. I'm pretty confident I could get it down well with enough repetition, but it would take a LOT of repetition that I wasn't quite willing to do for this video, hehe.
This arrangement was influenced by some Brazilian rhythms, including batucada and baiao (not that this video is a perfect example of either of those two things lol). A lot of people think of calm bossa nova music when they think of Brazil, but man, I think of the big loud batucada street drum performances... would love to visit someday and hear one of those for real! The layers of auxillary percussion I added on top of the drum groove really help glue all the parts together. I've always thought that percussion is the most underrated role in the ensemble. It may look really easy to play something like the shaker or the triangle, and physically speaking, it is somewhat, but a good percussionist / percussion section adds SO much to a piece of music! It's just like... fun high frequency ear candy!
Anyway, I hope you dig this arrangement! So happy to finally be able to do this one after a couple of years of waiting!
♫ "Professor Layton's Theme" from "Professor Layton and The Curious Village" composed by Tomohito Nishiura
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[@matiascoba121]

Luke, remember to appreciate the effort of every musician. That's what a gentlemen does

[@prairiete]

....If you say so, professah

[@aditya_ray]

Yes Herschel...truly!

[@levischuurmans9400]

HEAR, HEAR.

[@leubertmonsydebelen164]

A true gentleman as ever, professor

[@dominator-tc8ik]

"I want to hear a story about 🅱️ase🅱️all professah!"

[@ChristopherMoom]

A true gentleman doesn't give this cover just one listen, he must also add this to his playlist and listen to it for god knows how long

[@patom3474]

"Professor ! You forgot to suscribe and leave a like, like a true gentleman !"

[@dmappzoom6778]

oh yeah

[@lucylu3342]

"Professor! There's this strange fellow who I keep seeing...he appears to be everywhere at once, I tell you!"

[@stepsound2068]

I'll drink some tea to that

[@chinmustache6420]

I love reading these comments in their voices

[@RogersBase]

Listening to this masterpiece again one year later with a new Layton game on the way. Life is good.

[@WardofSquid]

I know right? Great time to be alive. Also great to see ya here!!

[@MadCarabiner]

Starting to feel like Carlos is stalking me and deliberately covering tracks I love...

[@insaneintherainmusic]

I may or may not be... :)

[@indigoblunter]

Now I'm concerned

[@The_Eevee_Breeder]

Listening to this was like saying hello to an old friend. As a person who owns every single Layton game in the series, this brought tears to my eyes. Thank you for this.

[@insaneintherainmusic]

You are so welcome :)

[@an_egg]

I actually have practically every single Layton game! The only ones that I have left are the katrielle game and the ace attorney crossover one! The katrielle one will arrive very soon, and I plan to get the ace attorney one after I actually play the phoenix wright trilogy! I’m so glad the Layton series is not dead!

[@abigaildiamante9096]

​@@an_eggyou might consider getting the crossover sooner, since servers shutting down in April might make the after game dlc unobtainable

[@feelthelove3725]

Carlos I’m convinced that Sinnohvation singlehandedly brought the Sinnoh remakes to us. Thank you

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Haha, if that were to be true... I’m happy to have helped.

[@davidolinger3948]

I can't wait to play the remakes and mute the game so I can play the corresponding carlos songs for each area lol

[@donovanellis1533]

@@davidolinger3948 what remakes?

[@aromaticbugle22]

@@donovanellis1533 Diamond and Pearl remakes were announced the other day. Brilliant Diamond and Shining Pearl, I believe.

[@Funkyhydra]

Funny thing is, the other game that was announced, pkmn legends: Arceus, takes place in Sinnoh as well!

[@aditya_ray]

A gentleman don't delay appreciating a masterpiece.

[@aditya_ray]

OMG....got a heart by Carlos..OMG Thank you so much.... OmG

[@tangible3608]

I'm in the midst of a Layton nostalgia rush, and this only fueled it! Curse -- and thank -- you!

[@vu1pix]

Have you played layton's mystery journey yet? It's just as good as the ones with hershal himself! And the twist at the end. .. 😳

[@tangible3608]

@@vu1pix No, I havnt. Ill give it a look-see. Thank you.

[@endergirl9806]

I had a major nostalgia turn a few weeks ago and I rebought the 1st 3 games and about to replay them 😆

[@itsplovertime]

@@vu1pix listen they can't just HAVE CLIFFHANGERS and IMPLY THAT [REDACTED] without TELLING US ABOUT MORE GAME........ when will we get any news about Mystery Journey 2........ I just want more Layton

[@korzen4183]

I'm really liking the clarinet.

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Me too! Thank you :)

[@zachrobinson8357]

Very versatile. Also fun to play (if hard on my right thumb, as I don’t have a neck strap lol)

[@kuroakikitsune]

I haven't played mine in years, I'd have to relearn almost everything, but I kind of want to just to play the clarinet part in this.

[@HawksNLionsFan_1200]

No way.....i thought i was the only man who played this BRILLIANT game. Im in tears bruh. The og 3 has some of the best damn osts on the ds

[@RogersBase]

0:38 seconds in and I am speechless. This is one of the best tracks you've ever produced! Well done, dude!!!

[@andre3808]

I dunno man, this SLAPS but that Hydrocity one from Sonic that he did was preeettyyy good

[@stupidmii8695]

There is so many good Layton arrangements he could do, honestly. Still waiting for the switch release of these games

[@MarcoDToon]

What you doin here lol

[@oatmealpng9275]

Your a Professor Layton fan?!

[@orbuth2212]

OH MY GOD YES I DIDN'T EVEN KNOW I WANTED A CARLOS PROFESSOR LAYTON COVER BUT I'M SO GLAD IT'S HERE

[@FelisImpurrator]

Now that is as smooth as a cup of Layton's favorite tea.

[@go1den_berry]

Ah, a pleasant surprise, my boy. But a welcome one, nonetheless.

[@GentlemanGamer94]

Gosh, this makes my day. Professor Layton was such a massive part of gaming life as a teenager; getting to hear such an incredible cover- one which mixes Tomohito's Frenchish musical style with your jazz proficiency- almost brings a tear to my eye. Great work ^_^

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Thanks a bunch !

[@lancepaulis9814]

My life is now complete. Thank you for playing this piece from my favorite game license. Oh and #LaytonForSmashBros

[@MajorSkalle]

He's been my top wanted character for so long. :(

[@Zeldinion]

You two are like the only other people I've seen who also want Layton in smash. It would be a dream

[@Scrofar]

LAYTON4SMASH WE HAVE CARLOS ON OUR SIDE

[@patrickramseyart]

Sigh... I've been wishing for the Professor's invitation for so long. The man deserves it. I'm not hopeful, but it would be a dream come true.

[@endergirl9806]

He'd kill a character with just one accusation point 😂

[@Angel_77709]

Professor Layton deserved a much larger fanbase, it's such a good game

[@blackdot105]

Imagine a Switch release. That'd be a fun time.

[@insaneintherainmusic]

I think it’s on mobile devices too now..?

[@KawikaProductions]

@@insaneintherainmusic The first three games are on Mobile as HD remasters

[@embln030]

I am still hoping, they gonna release the first trilogy on the switch like they did with the ace attorney games.

[@Elerantula_]

I add, for myself; *but with the DS characters and type of storylines. Sorry I just don't like Mystery Journey...

[@Angel_77709]

Well I have good news for you then lmao

[@jackhoward705]

Oh my god yes. I've loved the Professor Layton series since the first game on the DS and have always thought the ost was horribly underrated. This already sounds great. Edit: just finished watching and yes it's as great as I thought. The minor changes around the second half really helped this stand out but it's never unidentifiable as the theme of Professor Layton. This was brilliant and now I will listen to it again and again for the rest of the day.

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Thanks Jack :) This theme is so brilliantly written!

[@persydiangelo8461]

I agree that the entire OST is horribly underrated! I'm so in love with the entire Professor Layton soundtrack.

[@jackhoward705]

@@persydiangelo8461 time travel makes me cry everytime.

[@persydiangelo8461]

@@jackhoward705 YES! And the ending theme from the first game... god, makes me cry every time. And the Future theme is such a freakin Bop. So much classical orchestral Jazz...

[@chris-fr9ws]

i have been waiting for this day my whole life

[@insaneintherainmusic]

And it is finally here :)

[@laytoninc.7226]

The Professor Layton series has such incredible music. Would love to see more jazz arrangements from it in the future

[@michaelloughnane]

I choose to ignore the fact that you wrote this over 2 years ago and pretend this was because of my comment last video asking for it... regardless, great job as always. love it!

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Haha! I mean, I did rewrite the arrangement for this video, though that was probably back in January... so more like 1 month ago, not 2 years ago! :)

[@OzzyCharizard]

This was unexpected. This series was actually my favorite growing up and I had thought most people forgot about it. Super happy to hear this after waking up :)

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Thanks my dude! I haven’t played it more than... an hour myself, but this song is pretty much a VGM classic!

[@OzzyCharizard]

@@insaneintherainmusic the games really get your brain going haha. Hardest puzzle game I've played

[@oliverjusticex]

After the new trailer this hits really different PSD: I appreciate your covers and music!

[@KumoKumiko]

"That should do it! Every puzzle has an answer." this certainly feels like a cover that solves all MY problems today~ thanks for the good music, as always

[@grododo9755]

The way this arrangement put a smile on my face is crazy.

[@glummy909]

The fact that people is still searching for this track in 2021 really shows how hard this tune SLAPS

[@basko99degava]

Not me turning back to my laptop at 3:53 only to find myself bobbing my head the same exact way as accordion Carlos.

[@bamusalako]

HE IS BACK!!!!

[@noahthe0tter]

I miss this series. But at least I'll always be able to replay the older games.

[@levischuurmans9400]

Yea... Would love for them to add to the serie, but the last game felt like a fitting conclusion...

[@billjohns5943]

About that...

[@noahthe0tter]

@@billjohns5943 I'm so happy we are getting a new game :)

[@carterhadcock8082]

Damn bro, can we all take a sec to appreciate how clean your snare sound is?

[@insaneintherainmusic]

Thanks! Partially me, partially my mixer! I actually just got a new snare that sounds even better than this snare I’m using on my kit in this video haha

[@VincCachipiruli]

Layton music is perfect for you, should do Lost/Unwound Future Main Theme next

[@Lulink013]

On Kass's theme's video I said I wanted to hear this theme now that you learned the accordion. Can't believe my wish came true!

[@SuperPaperPokemon]

A true gentleman always enjoys a good jazzy afternoon remix. Actually, this reminds me of a puzzle...

[@IMainLuigiInSmashBros]

It’s unbelievable how active this community still is.. Delighted to be a part of it though. If we means we get to have more gems like this ;w;

[@lenalalane]

I'm so glad that the Layton fandom is still alive, if quiet. I still love these games and replay them.

[@actone4822]

I'm so glad to hear Professor Layton make it onto the channel. All of the live music is beautiful, and this arrangement is astounding as well! Here's hoping there could be some more songs from this series will catch your ear in the future!

[@David007342]

The only Layton game I've played is Layton Vs. Phoenix Wright, and this brings me right back

[@gavinli1368]

Layton vs Wright was gold! And as usual for the series, the reveal of what was really going on behind the scenes was absolutely nuts

[@ethandavis7310]

I keep coming back to this video because it's so good. I was listening on my headphones and realized that from about 4:30 on, the video shows tenor on the left and clarinet on the right but the audio has them reversed

[@sylphofstarfruit]

It's like with every arrangement his power grows.

[@mathieu6441]

This reminds me of a puzzle...

[@shinigamimiroku3723]

Ooh, I love this theme! Professor Layton has such great music, and this song is the premier example of why. ^_^

[@TwisterTH]

"A true gentlemen always in the mood for some smooth jazz!"

[@ikefromsmashbros9237]

Okay, this is perfection.

[@eliascavanagh6307]

Truer words have never been spoken

[@katiesharp8601]

I know this upload is old but I'm getting back into playing all the Layton games and this was one of the most beautiful renditions I have listened to in a very long time, was in awe through the whole thing !!!

[@SkankHunt-ly6xw]

The modulation is so sweet waaaa so cool !!! 4:05

[@Blank12456]

I have never played any of the Professor Layton games but this immediately makes me want to buy them all

[@jrilo1307]

This reminds me of a puzzle

[@amnesiacapothecary]

I am extremely late to this but to see the equivalent of the theme song of my childhood still getting this kind of treatment in 2021 says a lot about the series. Great arrangement, man!

[@Kanto141]

this is very inpressive!!

[@marcogomez2232]

Prof. Layton is one of my favorite childhood games. Such cool pixelated designs, cool stories and amazing music. I love what you did with this!

[@Mokomakinlurjus]

I love the moments when you look around smiling as if you were playing with a bunch of yourselves in a band! Very groovy arrangement as always!

[@eliascavanagh6307]

The tenor and clarinet together is my favorite sound on Earth

[@zachrobinson8357]

Man, the clarinet and saxophone really sound like a completely different instrument together. The clarinet adds to the richness of the music, and adds such a nice sound to the arrangement. Artsy BS out of the way, I legit have watched this like 40 times in the past few days. Fantastic piece of music. Great work on this one!

[@cashwarior]

man with all these accordion covers I'm wondering if we'll finally get some Tri Force Heroes stuff 👀

[@insaneintherainmusic]

If enough people ask for it! :)

[@lamp9359]

@@insaneintherainmusic Definitely am with the idea of tri force heroes stuff!

[@Shinigami435]

Anyone remember that Carlos learned the accordion, like, a few weeks ago ?? This instrument is supposed to be super hard and requires a huge amount of training. Insane in the train.

[@ilonachan]

Love how the melody parts basically didn't need to be changed, bc (I never thought abt it like thay but) this song is basically already a jazz standard! Nice interpretation!

[@gabybladen5803]

Been waiting for this since you covered Ace Attorney soundtracks. It sounds so brilliant! Was so worth the wait.

[@LinkofLight]

In a world where Layton anything is rare, this is a treat. Thank you!

[@PeanutButterfly92]

Yes! I've been wanting you to cover this song for so long! It's my favorite video game song of all time! 🎩☕

[@rumblingrose49]

Didn't even finish the video but this is BASED, Carlos. I'd love to see more Layton in the future!

[@ZehelCloudy]

One of my fav video game themes ever made, brings back so much nostalgia

[@orbuth2212]

"There's always time for a good shuffle!" *boogies on down*

[@liamfitzgerald1400]

I played Curious Village a little after I started taking piano lessons. I remember unlocking the in-game soundtrack player and just getting so excited. I would take my DS and sit down, trying to piece together the melodies by ear. This game is really what got me into improvisation and jazz, in a way. Thank you, truly.

[@jonasnickel1652]

My mother was obsessed with this game when I was little. She now is a subscriber of this channel.

[@HellfireComms]

Hell yeah, that's what I'm talking about.

[@BomboKlaut]

YEEEESSS HE HAS ANSWERED MY CALLS IM LOW KEY CRYING

[@poploah4405]

I never did play one of the games but this is tempting me to snag a copy

[@Kochen51]

Do it! I think at least the first three games can also be found on mobile these days

[@gcmsli9752]

A couple of years ago came out the mobile version for both android and ios of the entire first trilogy at very low prices confronted to the ds ones. Im kinda tempted to rebuy the first one since my cartridge was ruined T_T

[@Elerantula_]

do.

[@TEG13]

I'm actually shocked at how quickly you've improved your accordion skills. Respect.

[@jarrit_os]

What's happening at 3:34? It works so well! Also, the timing of this is pretty cool for me because I just finished Curious Village this week haha

[@insaneintherainmusic]

It’s the chord progression of the chorus with the rhythm of the opening! :)

[@jarrit_os]

@@insaneintherainmusic Nice! It really complements the song

[@きしま-b4j]

演奏してくれてありがとうございます！！ 音がピタッと止まるところがかっこいいです！！ thank you for playing! The place where the sound suddenly stops is cool!!

[@radstarmuffin]

"Fun high frequency ear candy" is my new favorite phrase, I'm not sure what it is about it but I love it lol. And I love listening to the percussion it's describing too, so, extra bonus!! Lately the descriptions in the breakdowns at the beginning of your videos have been hilarious as well, I really love the little references and jokes and I just wanted to mention my appreciation for all the little details in your videos in addition to my extreme appreciation for the music itself as well!!! Always happy to see another notification from this channel pop up :)

[@InstrumentManiac]

Carlos this is so insanely good!!!! You nailed the textures

[@alanvasquez360]

Was lately replaying these games and been hooked on the accordion of the last specter intro. That opening is one of the best in the series imo. This brings a gentleman's smile to my face

[@ExplosiveCookie]

I've just started re-playing Curious Village the other week, this is amazing timing!! Lovely stuff as always, more Layton please!!

[@Wheezy_beezy]

Sipping tea at a swanky nightclub with my apprentice, looking for clues for our next mystery and this plays in the background

[@ethany468]

Thank you so much for this arrangement! This is the first game where I actually realized that games have music, not that my past games didn’t have good music. This theme introduced me to the entire concept of VGM. You arranged this like a true gentleman!

[@ethankrol9972]

OH MY GOD THIS IS SO GOOD IVE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS FOR SO LONG

[@carsont1635]

My brother and I both told each other first thing about this video this morning. Your work brings us such joy hearing our favorite pieces from our childhoods be so lovingly reimagined. Thank you for the amazing work you do!

[@maagic2031]

"A true gentleman always modulates!" Words to live and die by.

[@Bryce_the_Woomy_Boi]

I honestly love the Layton games, and this is an amazing cover

[@AngelicKnightKaba]

I have tears in my eyes... Professor Layton music is one of my all-time favorites. The unique sound Tomohito Nishiura delivered, full of Jazz, Tango, and orchestral influences, I have never found anything like that again. After all this time, I continue seeing the amazing musician and arranger you've become... your passion and talent are the best! Thank you for being such an inspiration. The world is yours my friend!

[@mintmayo7574]

That accordion is fire Chefs kiss

[@zekrom403]

The memories came flooding back...the true power of music man... Wonderful arrangement!

[@Thanosferatu]

Out of all the covers over the years, this was my favorite. I grew up on the Professor Layton series, and hearing this arrangement was such a delight.

[@hwelchuk]

I grew up playing Professor Layton games and I'll never forget curious village, it was my first one and had the BEST opening theme. Your arrangement is so awesome it made me tear up a little bit :') im so glad to see people appreciating this game in 2021, thought I was the only one who still remembered it!

[@dab9862]

one of my favorites theme ever so glad to hear your version

[@lukewesterfield9624]

Years and years of nostalgia for that game just came rushing back

[@lonlyblackwolff]

so good. I also love to see the fun you have while playing

[@MVi8]

YEEEEEEEEES PROFESSOR LAYTON JAZZ !!! incredible

[@emminet]

This is the Layton content we needed and wanted

[@R24EXD]

This is so beautiful.

[@extragarb]

This is a really good one! Something about the strength of the source material, the awesome arrangement, and the richness of live instruments really makes this a home run. I absolutely love it!

[@ispringer1996]

So happy to hear you cover Layton again! Some of my all-time favorite game music, and my favorite franchise overall.

[@elijahlaferney6414]

I always like seeing the accordion. :) It is such a wonderful instrument imo

[@vinhbui3501]

Man, I love this game series so much.

[@sonisoni-ky1eq]

this cover is so so good! it retains the same mysterious tone as the original (especially with the clarinet), but the jazz gives it a fun touch!!

[@Shef_Tailugon]

I legit cried dude. My all time favorite video game series... I never thought I'd hesr something so amazing. You sir, are a true gentleman 🎩

[@olausb8039]

The last three songs have been so good!!they have all been up with MY favourite songs. Continue with the great work!! Looking forward to it!!

[@MajorSkalle]

Carlos, a true gentleman never makes a bad arrangement. I'll teach you h- no wait... You're a true gentleman.