The Adventures of Canon in Double D

[@Scott-mz1eb]

Wow! I'm 64 and used to play in church, but never was half as good as Kyle. What talent! In this version of Canon in D, I hear everything from jazz, bazurka, waltz, old time gospel, Chopin, sonata, Rachmaninoff, etc. Wish he could teach me some things on the piano.

[@jakecalvert1082]

its almost like when you love someone so much you dont have the words to truly express what they mean to you.... thats how i feel about your playing on the piano... i have no words.....

[@Arie8282]

+Jake Calvert That´s a sooo beautiful comment! :)

[@pianoaround]

Kyle is absolutely fabulous!! incredible. i've never seen improv like this. you have serious skill. keep uploading for us, please!

[@ArdenDag]

You can see how much video game music is inspired by classical music by listening to this improvisation. I will continue listening in the background. Cheers Kyle (been following you for a while now, maybe 3ish years)

[@medigoomnis]

I read your comment and was like "...nah not really." and then a minute later I was hearing Corneria Castle from Final Fantasy 1 in what he was playing. Nice.

[@ArdenDag]

Medigo Tenkage I heard so much here that could have easily inspired Uematsu and Sugiyama (FF and Dragon Quest composers) and even some animes (Hisaishi comes to mind). It's a bit mindboggling. :)

[@pppianissimo]

+AD Talks Not just Video Game Music, also Anime and Film Music is mostly inspired by classical pieces. Shows how good this music is ^-^

[@ru99414]

I've been listening to quite a few of his videos now, and this is definitely the area he's best at. I don't really find his shorter covers very interesting, for many reasons... but here he is just playing for 25 minutes straight with improvisation, and he does this really bloody well! I'm impressed by how good the whole 25 minutes are "composed" as well (ye not really correct to call it a composition). This is really great work and I love listening to this video🎹🎶

[@CasualGraph]

This is like the culmination of the Canon's derivative works. The original was a clever little round that produced a good sound, but I've noticed that more often than not it's milked for it's melody rather than it's original composition. Don't get me wrong, while I like how beautifully the original handles it's repetitive bass line and it's main melody's little trick, I'm not saying that's the only interpretation that works. It's minor rewrites for groups Pachebel didn't have in mind make a fairly good use of the melody, heck the melody's got what you could call cameos in several other songs that still work rather well. While we could discuss it's effect on music as a whole, I'm content to say that the way this video milks it out to every false end and alternate mood before it gets to it's grand finale is what could be called brilliant, especially on account of it's improvised nature. I'll conclude with a tip o' the hat for that.

[@kylelandry]

Unhidden Polymath? Excellent comment. Thanks!

[@primeninja2357]

Lol, at 16:21, Kyle changes to the most comfortable position: Playing piano while lieing ^^

[@matsstokes]

hahahah

[@primeninja2357]

Next time, when my piano teacher asks me to sit upright by saying 'Please sit in a way, like a real pianist would sit at the piano', I'll just completely lie down on the chair and show her Kyle Landry

[@navi6293]

Me too! I'll try that!! Haha ^_^

[@primeninja2357]

***** Yeah, you are right. But English is not my mother tongue, so sometimes I do mistakes or cant express myself so elaborate... ;)

[@MsKTMvalley]

Prime Ninja Like a boss!

[@lara6683]

This gets so hot towards the end.

[@Hereson]

Love your Canon improvisations so much

[@LoldemortII]

When I'm in another tab and switch back to this one and he looks in the camera right at the moment I see the vid again... gets me everytime llmaooo. As if he knew^^

[@jeremyngpiano]

This is _sooo_ phenomenal.

[@DavidSumner]

Honestly speaking Pachelbel Canon is rather dull to play imo, unless you are ***** who seems to breathe new life into this song every time he plays it. Great job as always #Piano #CanoninD

[@RobWatkins]

Wow, you were right David L Sumner​.

[@DaudiMajozi]

Wow!

[@pianoaround]

David Anderson incredible, right? this is amazing!

[@AlcaAMV]

David L Sumner Eh, it's a beautiful piece. The only reason why it's so dull is because it's been played to death, but Kyle did a great job on rejuvenating this piece.

[@DavidSumner]

AlcaAMV No i agree its a very beautiful piece (Probably why its so popular at weddings). I just stated that it can get a tad dull to play after a while (its one of the first classical pieces that i have learned to play.) Kyle always brings this piece back to life for me.

[@DextahPC]

I wish there was some possible way of me recreating this myself. The fact that it is improv is astounding, but it still sounds so perfect I want to learn it ;(

[@kento726]

The fact that he teases in the main melody of Canon every here and there when he actually plays the part it makes it 400x better. This is beautiful.

[@Mikman360]

24 minutes of straight, uninhibited talent O_O

[@Stallioniinyaa]

You're the only person on my twitch I have never had any second thoughts about subbing or donating. You honestly deserve all of it and more, keep it up Kyle we all love you

[@blazonish]

Canon's one of my favorite songs, thanks for having all these videos of it, i never get tired of them lol

[@fLoFrAnCe09]

bravo et merci pour ce moment de grâce musicale !!

[@TommyPlesky]

Its just amazing. The way you play with the emotions so quickly, my minds traveled around so many worlds while listening to this. You are my biggest inspiration to learn how to play piano, I really admire your style and creativity. I am in awe my friend, you are on the right track Landry.

[@Ryan692.]

I can see why you are so good. If I could improvise like this around a melody, I would be playing like 10 hours a day!

[@purplepianoist88]

Is it just me or am I the only one enjoying how his camera positions have changed and how we can watch him age as his skill develops year after year? Fan since 2008

[@frankiefelinesalwayswelcom5825]

OUTSTANDING and OUTSTANDING.......just love it........Kyle at his Canon best !!!

[@SaxyPandaBear]

I love doing improv over Canon. Sometimes I do it in all 12 major keys in one sitting. My tendinitis loves to flare up when I do. :)

[@condaddypop3898]

when you look at the camera/your computer it feels like youre looking straight into my soul

[@TobiComics]

Favorite song, favorite youtube pianist, I love this. Kyle, you are amazing :)

[@Arie8282]

The whole video is ........

[@microceratus]

What's Kyle looking at so intently? A live discussion?

[@kylelandry]

Yup

[@zoe33322]

I could literally listen to just this for hours and be satisfied.

[@harmfuzion9962]

My god how much I love the Yamaha Cp300. Sound is amazing. Kyle keep up the great work. You inspire me.

[@cicciobug3981]

all of this is...something...i cant describe...but there are points when all of it becomes so...heartbraking...so sad and melancholic that makes me want to cry...

[@spaintyna]

I enjoy listening to your piano Kyle!!! Thx

[@MissXoxoLuv]

This is the prettiest thing I've heard in such a long time😍

[@Carosayu73]

Your playing is just so smooth, I'm really admirative !! My 12 years of practice gave me nothing comparable to your talent Thank you, You make piano music more beautiful

[@pwongy1]

Awesome version!! Your songs manage to always brighten my day!! 😄

[@irene_irenaeus_ihs]

I think this is one of my favourite songs right now. I so plenty of happiness...and it also remembers me one Mario's song...Well done Kyle.

[@joku942]

Just listening to this over and over again :p

[@imnotreble4154]

I love the way he feels the music!

[@davidecazzola2529]

Bellissima esibizione complimenti, tecnica eccellente, mi ha veramente sorpreso la virtuosità Bravissimo!!

[@Foundations01]

This was the soundtrack to my morning, thanks a lot for this :)

[@MsKTMvalley]

And I thought *I* played it well. This is a delight!! Love it :*

[@LouisHong97]

Can you make more of these, it's wonderful to just work on stuff while listening to this.

[@Alex-my6me]

Can't tell if reading twitch chat or STARING INTO MY SOUL!

[@alastairk0159]

Category: Travel and events ........ GG Kyle

[@federicocalvo4449]

thanks for this beatiful melody, it helps me to study.

[@hdlyzfctrxtrm]

This would sound great at a wedding... If the bride has a long aisle to walk down lol. Simply AMAZING job Kyle

[@glennTUG]

Real epic ending. Love it

[@Joshalots]

Can you do Majora's Mask Oath to Order? With a custom arrangement? Maybe throw in a little song of healing in it

[@miyamotoyuko9217]

wow!! great!! You are a genius of music☆ This Canon have a lot of sounds and expression. I like your Canon. Thank you.

[@ThePantherin75]

Love it. One of my favourite pieces :-).

[@ShadowDreamer]

Funny how parts of this actually sound like Moonlight Shadow :) This is one of my favorite versions of Pachelbel's canons that you've played for sure. You always manage to outdo yourself somehow! Awesome job ;)

[@Kraflyn]

incredible.... keep on going.... thanx and cheers!

[@vetlenr8828]

kyle have you watched Shigatsu wa Kimi no Uso? if not... YOU NEED TO WATCH IT :D i belive that you will love it! :D

[@Liandrynk]

He did! ^.^

[@vetlenr8828]

LinkHD Hope he liked it! Its one of the best animees a pianist like us can watch!

[@kylelandry]

Vetle Nærø I still prefer Nodame Cantabile :p

[@asianck]

Kyle might as well do his version of either the first opening or the 2nd ending song. Those are so great. :D

[@vetlenr8828]

asianck aah! hope so!

[@RtoD12]

Wow! Seriously amazing!

[@jimmytani5515]

I had a really boring essay to write, you just made it really easier ! Thanks Kyle !

[@nickbjacek5848]

0:00-24:20 My favorite part

[@MaoiJo]

The articulation and emotion you put into all of these notes is amazing! You must have a dedicated practicing schedule D:

[@taimingjiang7904]

you are awesome! very talented! keep playing man!

[@Nerd_Rage255]

This is so great. Absolutly love it!

[@LouisHong97]

So fancy! So awesome!

[@Shaerox]

Holy Shit! Thats definitly one of the best things you can do with Pachelbels Canon. Respect 👍😀

[@theRoxII]

Wow super cool kyle! You always continue to improve and post wonderful videos. Thanks to you and your music my days are better! 👍

[@nicoleru8838]

oh my god this is absolutely beautiful I love it

[@Miguel090497]

Cada vez me sorprende más su forma de tocar :') so nice!

[@BookishEmperor]

How do you sit down and play like this? I'm so jealous I'll never be this great.

[@PurplePsychotic]

I'd love to see you play an Okami melody that would be amazing.

[@Taaseer]

Thank you kyle, hit me right in the feels, I love it!

[@Mikatagui]

very nice impro Kyle.. thanks for share MUSIC ...

[@caleblea7786]

I really need to go to bed and you put this up just as I was about to? Know I gotta watch it.

[@swingmanouche1014]

that is totallly amazing. who said this guy is just a reader. that is just my style, and im an old punk jazzer.. tks !

[@Tuelhinha]

LANDRY YOU`RE GENIUS I mean you're so good and so hardworking I want to be like you when I grow up

[@alessandroa1081]

You are an absolutely amazing Piano player!!!!!! :D I love all of your pieces :D I would like to know what E-Piano you are using :)) Greetings from Germany! :D

[@juliancalebsegundo]

This Children is a great man...

[@DextahPC]

Did I hear some Debussy? :o

[@yuesheng6296]

This is fantastic!

[@HotaruKagayaku]

This has saved my evening. Since the soul flies away ^^

[@LendzEdits]

Itsuno Nando Demo from Spirited Away @ 13:27 * - *

[@paulinejulien9191]

What a virtuoso... I'm impressed.

[@TheBlueAnchovy]

This was very nice to listen to while studying :D i know this is probably lot of work, but I would love to hear more of these 30 minute (MAYBE EVEN LONGER?!) pieces at once :)

[@jaaesonn]

You are so talented!

[@Shaebaeanduril]

love how at 14:53 he just looks at the camera XD

[@emilyoh8714]

Secret base please! I just absolutely love that song! And your piano playing!! Please learn secret base!!

[@chibiichigo101]

I knew this was going to sound amazing and then I realized it was going to be incredible when I saw how long this video is.

[@balajim2300]

I'm thanking quarantine for bringing me to this hidden gem

[@Ryan692.]

You're getting better......I'm scared.

[@kalsyphr5039]

Hey Kyle! I've listened to your music for over a year now an I have fallen in love with your work. You are an amazing pianist and I really wish I was as good as you. There's a personal favorite that I would like to suggest to you. If you can please look into the pianist V.K and play one of his songs, preferably I would like to hear your take on V.K's "Pure White."

[@cwopre]

hey ***** I've been wondering: do you listen to/play any jazz piano at all? if so, who are some artists you enjoy?

[@miketheartist22]

This is Absolutely Amazing!!!!! Now if only you can do Zelda Fairy Fountain theme like this my life would be complete:)

[@PaladinUltra]

so beautiful! someone get to work and start transcribing!

[@tomasyracheta1150]

im going to watch this at least once day for the rest o the week

[@pedrolonn]

Youre incredibly talent... Saludos de Argentina :D

[@givemeoats]

Holy baloney! 24 minutes of Canon! :D

[@AlainChomik]

Very nice ! Best wishes, Alain

[@PianotuberX]

man kyle this is simply amazing! one day I will play and improvise like you :)

[@Roguer2]

Loved it

[@Fjerid]

My fellow pianists! I have a question. I just bought a Korg SP-250 and am so happy with it. Started playing months ago but here's my question: I want to record my plays so do I need something like a Midi-USB thing? Also, I bought a jack 1/4 for a few bucks to use my headphone while playing but the sound is so bad. It's almost as if it's not giving 100% of all the sound but just 40%.... HELP! Oh, and nice side view Kyle! Been following you for more than a year and you motivated me to start playing!

[@koalak7350]

Wow!

[@wavetuning]

your impro skills are a gift

[@richellerice]

AMAZING!!!! yes yes yes yes

[@cicciobug3981]

This is still the best variation on earth

[@aznchopinpianist]

***** What scale were you using at 2:26? It sounds jazz-like.