ROLAND DYENS: The French Guitar MAGICIAN

[@LucasBrar]

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[@nicolasperezluthier]

Your guitar is a double top ?? where do I find info about it ?

[@thomastepfer9861]

Soo is et Do colurs.

[@FabioMassimoDAmico]

😢😊

[@travailpourDieu3487]

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[@ErnestoDeAnda]

In 2001, I studied with Maestro Dyens at his master class in Burgundy France. That was my brag. He arranged the magic flute for 21 guitars, and we all got to perform a piece individually. He was absolutely magical. It makes me so happy that you are now introducing a true embodiment of a playing player. As in, his arrangements are fun and unique. I will never forget he emphasized having fun and being free. He would of loved your work. I know this because when you play with love, you celebrate existence at its core. You're wonderful and the rest of us who also play are wonderful. We are most fortunate to share this experience at any capacity. Much love good sir.

[@riansolihin91]

Finally my favorite guitarist is back, I am very happy with your improvisations and guitar playing. Continue and always success and content 🙂

[@loicleflour8334]

Roland Dyens is my favorite guitarist, I've never seen anyone else do what he has done on a classical guitar. I feel like he was the only true master of the instrument as a whole. But what blows me away ever time I listen to him is how much control he has on each voice in a piece. No matter how complexe the harmonisation, he would always make it intelligible. Every single note is played with the right intent, the right volumn, the right attack. Anyway, thank you for this tribute.

[@tRaigeki]

I follow, Dyans resonate with me for the same reasons: super master of the production of sound on guitar. He is very deep into his intention.

[@levisalvini4110]

Andres Segovja would love to join the chat😉

[@giorgio_bovolini]

You said it right! Dyens Über alles

[@markaguilera493]

His nickname was "l'horloge suisse"

[@ChrisM541]

What a superb tribute to Roland, especially your own brilliant arrangement at the end. Cheers.

[@eduardopais1672]

Fuckin finally I saw him once live. And my life waa never the same. From full fledged metalhead that played almost exclusively metallica riffs, to classical guitarist in the space of an hour. Mr Dyens opened my ears to a whole new world. Had the privilege of shaking his hand and exchangin a few workds after the concert...what a gentleman Thanks for the video. Cheers to all

[@djbrady]

Wow. I love Nuages and your version is stunning.

[@BiggerThanFrogs]

Wonderful story, and wonderful tribute to Roland Dyens. It's a privilege to hear you play. Thank you.

[@scherzo0o]

Hey, Lucas... this is going to be a long comment. First, glad to see a new video from you. Second, so nice to find out that we share a profound admiration for Roland Dyens. I can hardly play several chords on guitar, but I love this instrument. And I had the occasion to see Roland Dyens once live, in Bucharest. I've been completely mesmerized. His Libra Sonatina is a masterpiece! I'd love to be able to play some of his more sophisticated songs.... and the news of him passing away in 2016 really made me very very sad. It was a cruelly untimely death. I can only hope that his legacy, his eclectic approach to guitar will endure. Third, it's a nice old guitar the one that you play in this video. And very funny way of inserting the microphone in the inside :) Those small holes on the front of the guitar - do they serve a purpose, or are they just part of the patina of the instrument? Keep up the good work. I'm waiting for Tango En Skay, but it's jazz. You know, 2-5-1, cause the walking bass is already there, right? :) :) :) I'm sue Roland Dyens would appreciate such a rendition!

[@LucasBrar]

The damage on the guitar gives me the brushing effect I sometimes use, so it comes in handy:) glad Roland inspired you too!! Thanks for your comment

[@dnworks]

Rolland would be proud of what you're doing! He always found new ways to play and new sounds and effects on the guitar. He once commented that in his arrangements of songs like "La Vie en Rose" he even tried to capture the breathing of the singer! Your arrangements and performances remind me very much of Roland!

[@yosephermanto]

My favorite guitarist !! Still wondering if your guitar will have a second hole one day..

[@CT-gy6us]

Lucas, this video is a treat! I love your interpretation of tango in Skai and your arrangement of Nuages is fantastic. Bravo from a French lady.

[@matthewalexander8752]

Nuages - Outstanding arrangement - I’ve listened to many in my 79 years on this earth. Bravo Lucas!

[@AlanJoseph8708]

I remember going to a special week for students who wanted to take extra lessons from a well respected teacher from the University level and one of the students played this piece. I became obsessed with Roland Dyens too. I'd love to see more of his repertoire played by you. Greetings from Spain.

[@antonia4722]

Where have you been?!! Not many guitarists in this world could pay as wonderful a tribute to the great Roland as you Lucas. Bravo! :o) xx

[@Anoter]

As a french guitarist, Roland Dyens is truly one my favorite composers and has been so important in my learning of guitar. I've praticed and played some of his pieces for so long. I even had to learn Songe Capricorne for my final exam and loved it.

[@sergiop.ealbuquerque8176]

Your pronounce is perfect, Lucas. In Brazil or Portugal. Remember this: "saudade" I'd a word that only exist in the Portuguese language. You are a natural with Portuguese, man. Congrats.

[@ritonlabaston]

wow !!!! Absolument génial cet arrangement de Nuages... magnifique

[@davidsmart8594]

Oh Lucas, you’re so good… At around nine minutes you play so well with the melody / harmony. Such a pleasure to listen you. Merry Christmas!

[@lp1926.guitars]

I've seen in live in Napoli some 20 years ago. A small room, intimate concert. Unforgettable experience. I'm sure he'd appreciate your arrangements, they're phenomenal!

[@ThomasHope73]

Wow, that arrangement of Nuages is amazing! 👏

[@lilteapot7929]

I recently found Roland Dyens and have become obsessed with his music. Its awesome to hear my favorite KZbin guitarist talk about my favorite guitarist

[@gavirialive]

Dyens… his music and arrangements are perhaps the most intricate to play not only because of the high technical level required, it also demands a high level of musicianship. He indeed made use of all the expressive possibilities of the guitar. Nice video.

[@bently93]

Finalmente voltas-te!!!! Saudades que já tinha tuas 😍😍 Abraços de Portugal!

[@afonsodeportugal]

Voltaste! O resto está muito bem!

[@vincentc.4722]

I had a few important guitar teachers in my life and Roland was my favourite as a composer. He taught me some composition too. He was awesome, and in private always ready to play and improvise in many styles. He loved jazz, he loved all Brazilian music… mentioned Egberto Gismonti as a huge influence and adored Bach. He was very fond of Sor too, and played Giuliani like a dream. His talent was limitless and he worked all the time. I miss him a lot as a friend and inspiration, he really left too soon. Your video is great and Roland would enjoy hearing you play his music. Thank you.

[@DrOrson]

Saw Roland in Cordoba during a Flamenco festival. I had attended a master class along with 50 others (way above my head) at the City College in San Luis Obisbo. I'm sorry to hear of his passing

[@gasparddaout3770]

My teacher Alexandre Bernoud was a friend of Roland Dyens, he taught us his compositions and arrangements, great pieces of music ;) happy to see you back in the game :D

[@johnkennedyalves8162]

What a great interpretation! Congrats bro! Greetings from Brazil!

[@Yuval_L1974]

Welcome back. Dyens is a Giant. Thank you... I played Tango en Skai whilst my Brother and his Partner danced a Tango, I'll never forget her whirling dress and the way she choreographed her movement... All part of celebration for my Mother's second wedding. Thanks to Roland obviously.

[@carlotomasi_]

Absolutely beautiful version of Nuages Lucas❤️

[@JulioCamelo]

holy shit. That arrangement of nuages is superb. Genius. Great tribute! Mixed best of diverse worlds.

[@boomshankah1123]

I've missed your playing and fine arrangements.

[@badmotherfarker123]

Dyens is one of the greats who sadly passed too soon. Very creative and original. Amazing arrangements (which are NOT easy to play). I'm fortunate to have seen him live in concert twice.

[@Nuker54]

Was so pleased to see you’d posted a new video. You’ve been missed maestro. Simply love your playing and videos whether serious or playful. I hope you’ll be back posting more regularly. You’re playing is a real inspiration to wannabe guitarist like me. Thanks!👍🙏🏻

[@bobbyhallmusic]

Your Nuages is Brilliant. You are so blessed. You have obviously put into the guitar many, many hours. I am blown away.

[@dejannovisad3590]

I will say briefly: I adore you. All your clips... You gave me so much love, pleasure and knowledge. I am really grateful to you. and may God protect you, thank you

[@NicHeuwGuitar]

Amazing Lucas, such a wonderful and touching tribute. I thoroughly enjoyed your performances here! My first exposure to Roland Dyens, was through my brother who learned that piece and performed Tango en Skai in a concert in my hometown. That was the first time I heard it and I was like what on earth was that!!! Since that time I've listened to many of his wonderful compositions, and what a unique musician Roland Dyens was. Truly a gift that keeps giving to the world, even though he's not physically with us anymore, and I definitely can hear his spirit in your playing Lucas, congratulations you're carrying on his legacy. :)

[@adhoc37]

Wonderful story telling and marvellous virtuoso performance. Fantastic piece.

[@PhilChavanne]

Wow Lucas, this was great!!! I loooved your arrangement of Nuages, wonderfully expressive in a way that is different from Django but so close to his spirit of play. And your rendition of the first piece was so varied in tone and phrase, magical! In French, saudade is pronunced « so - dad ». Very simple. Thabk you for sharing all this art with us. ❤

[@Christopher_Wheeler]

So glad you’re back, Lucas! We’ve missed you!

[@mjolnircarlssen4211]

As a kid who started playing guitar in the ‘80s, I was overly-exposed to electric guitar shredders of that era. I got the opportunity to watch Carlos Montoya perform live at a local performing arts center, and although enjoyed it immensely, did not comprehend the gravity of witnessing a concert performed by a then living legend. Today, I cherish that experience, because as we all grow, our tastes change, and I absolutely adore finger-style Classical, Flamenco, Jazz, etc.,

[@ericmintz6689]

Welcome back, Lucas, and thank for your tribute to the best guitar composer, arranger, and player that I have had the pleasure to hear, and the honor to have briefly met. Your “Dynesque” version of Nuages is great and I hope you continue to keep him in your repertoire and in your listeners minds. Cheers, and happy solstice and 2024.

[@niceguitar6144]

Calm down guy, I like you and your enthusiasm, but the best guitar composer? Federico Moreno Torroba, Agustin Barrios, Antonio Lauro,, Villalobos, Tarrega, should I keep going? Roland is fantastic, but there's no need to go over the top.

[@ericmintz6689]

@@niceguitar6144 Your point is well taken, though none of the great composers you mention were still active when I was born (and, regrettably, I did not have the honor of meeting any of them). Perhaps I should have qualified my statement with “modern” (i.e. second half of the 20th century). His compositions for guitar were so creative - listen to the ones for on his first CD, Nuages. Sure, you left off your list Leo Brouwer. He was great (and likely influenced Roland), but I prefer Dyens style of exploratory modern composition.

[@niceguitar6144]

No buddy, you're good, and I understand. It must have been very exciting to meet Roland. I was hard on you, sorry.

[@ericmintz6689]

No offense taken. It was a surprise meeting on an AirFrance flight. He traveled in economy class as I did. When we deplaned he was anxious about missing his connecting flight to a performance on the West coast. I helped carry his guitar and convinced an airport guard to help him through immigration. We spent a few minutes together afterwards and he kept in touch by email afterward. He was kind and in good humor even then, though I’m sure he knew the end was near. It’s a treasured memory.

[@niceguitar6144]

Fantastic story, I'm glad that you're one of the good people in this world. Thank you for sharing.

[@MrRetinas]

Wonderful to see you back!

[@Rootcauses451]

Thank you for the introduction and that was a SMOKING hot take on Nuage!

[@justcallmed933]

The legend is backkk! What a wonderful early Christmas present

[@kesis7586]

Roland Dyens is my favorite guitar composer and transcribing! I owe him a huge deal of what drove me to make classical guitar one of my main goals and one of my main sources of entertainment and therapy! Thanks for making a video on him!

[@stephencampbell2735]

Man... those harmonics with a walking bass line blew me away... 👏 🫡

[@tosuto.official]

He's finally back after all this time!!!!! Welcome back Lucas!!!!!

[@martoneill]

Great to see you back. Extraordinary musicality and chops. Thank you

[@myfavoritethings6433]

Man, what a guitar player you are. 👏👏👏👏👏

Carinhoso is one of my favourite Dyens' arrangements. He loved Brazilian music.

[@GarySchiltz]

Tango on Skai was incredible. Your fingers sure can fly!

[@nicolasforfant484]

Thank you!!! Despite being French, guitarist (untalented and unskilled though) and a jazz fan, I did not know Roland Dyens... So thanks again for this discovery and also for your outstanding performances and interpretations. We've been waiting for a little too long. I hope that your next post will not be for Christmas of 2024!

[@andreasfetzer7559]

You are such a wonderful musician and human being.

[@bobbyhallmusic]

I am going to come back and analyze your Tengo in Skai. That fast run up and how you manage it is cool. It sounded great!! Cheers!!

[@GitarTurk]

Thank you for this such lovely video dear Lucas! Sending my warmest greetings from Turkey...

[@ThomasStorey-j2t]

Great to have you back. My jaw dropped on your take of Django’s tune. Thanks for talking about mr Dyens, I feel he deserves to be much more reknowned. PS: Great format, alternating between clips, a good narrative and exquisite music !

[@cymrogygo1759]

That‘s just … the best of this years x-mas presents for me. Thx Lucas

[@fjalar4856]

This is just amazing, entertaining and touching music. I can see why you fell in love with him. RIP Roland Dyens and thank you for bringing him to my life🙏

[@meldonellis1051]

This one of the most impressive and inspiring guitarists ai have ever heard. And so humble. Wow! Thank you!

[@christopherjones534]

my favorite guitarist and composer, wish I was introduced to his music and playing when I was younger

[@christopherjones534]

amazing guitarist and musician, love both you guys ❤

[@SONOMA_VALLEY_TOM]

The student surpasses the teacher. Your performance of Tango en Skai is more moving than that of Dyens. And then you top Django with a mind blowing performance of Nuages. Fantastic. Thank you.

[@justicerie]

Thanks for bringing Roland to more people, what a great Christmas gift !!

[@jmhusson4737]

French expression "etre sur un nuage" = be happy listening to Lucas'guitar. Bravo

[@percey]

I was lucky to audit a masterclass with Roland in early 2000s. Magician is truly the best descriptive for this man.

[@alwix4557]

Merci pour cet hommage au grand Roland Dyens ❤

[@jeanjacquesromuald1959]

Merci, votre version de nuages est incroyable. Mille bravos

[@franksabatino7576]

Thanks Lucas for another inimitable installment of your wonderful tributes, superb playing, and dry humor.😎👍

[@Kserx.p]

Amazing take on Nuages! This video reminded me listening and practising libra sonatine almost 15 years ago with a huge love respect for him.

[@philsarkol6443]

Thank you so much for pointing out great guitarists..while you yourself are entering or are allready playing in the same room! I love your dynamics giving depth and colour to the music...bravo!!

[@stephenboffa2008]

This is a beautiful homage to your hero. That's special. This is the first video of yours i found and i'm glad i did. Thanks for sharing your gift, passion and knowledge with the world

[@giorgio_bovolini]

Wonderful tribute! Thanks man, really appreciated. Loved your arrangement of Nuages and your interpretation of Tango en Skai!!

[@MatLinnett1]

Just spectacular, thanks Lucas. A beautiful tribute, and your own playing is superb (as usual!)

[@Bildad1976]

Man, I could not tear myself away from the last piece! Incredible... no, incredibly beautifully mesmerizing!!

[@Martincohenphoto]

I love this video. It is so great to have a mentor in life, an example to emulate. And listening to your interpretation of Tango en Skai, as well as your arrangement of "Nuages," you are doing a fabulous job! :)

[@tRaigeki]

I knew it he was a major influence for you! It was for me too in the same way, even if i'm not currently a pro player like you. Wonderfully fresh voice in the classical guitar scene. Take care and thank you for the awesome video, Lucas. Byee!

[@qveciana]

A great tribute to one I consider my great Maestro!! Thank you !!

[@mundicojr]

Glad you're back and cheers from Brazil.

[@CaliceMan]

Oh....I wouldn't have thought a second that you would do a video on him. Here in France, he is unfortunately completely unknown, and it is a shame! He is my favorite classical guitar player of the late twentieth century. Merci beaucoup pour la vidéo!

[@fabtone1]

amazing christmas gift for all of us , this episod is a dream , its long time fascined by you man , but this time i listen beauty of music , i wanna take my guitar and take care of this more and more . its so cool to have you , so close ! big thx , love

[@minipily1841]

as soon as i heard that clip of saudade no3 i had to listen to the whole thing - its beautiful thank you

[@deadbird699]

Beautiful, I have listened to that piece for years and never realized Roland was the composer! Great video!❤

[@ponzicarlo2842]

One of my favorist guitarists. Thank you for posting this.

[@TruthSurge]

Great stuff. So many techniques in one piece and you played both of them amazingly well. Love this style/sound.

[@Gamble_Hoitz]

Another great musician I learned about from your videos. Welcome back!

[@hjns62]

Amazing as always! Lucas has a sublime musical taste and the most cared and precision technique. I give thanks listen to him!

[@coleorum]

Excellent!....your appreciation of guitarists from different genres and your own superb talent are always a pleasure to see & hear.

[@willmourao]

Alltså! Du är svensk! Kul! Jag har bott i Örebro när jag var på musikhögskolan. Incredible and inspirational video, bro! Tack så jättemycket för så himla bra musik! ♥

[@thomaspeperkamp9492]

I really enjoyed your amazing arrangement of Django's Nuages at the end of your video! I met Roland at the guitar festival of Nordhorn and his aproch to composing and playing the guitar is truly unique!

[@pablov1323]

A pleasure having you back with new videos. I have missed you!

[@umityavuz1830]

Thanks for this video ❤ I gave my master thesis on Roland dyens life the techniques that he earned to guitar world and so.. He's gorgeous fantastic and so many things to say Rip maestro we keep alive you in our hearts ❤

[@evaevitasinging]

Roland Dyens would be very very proud of you Lucas!! You're incredibly talented 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻🙏🙏

[@elsamarechal4386]

Yeeees! Happy to see you here again. What a music!😊

[@ryanbartlett672]

Thanks. "Nuages" is a great arrangement! Any albums yet -- going to check. I have to say it every time I hear it: you are the master of the small jazz trio sound, complete with the walking bass and brush drums.

[@Mandoline2007]

Époustouflant! L’arrangement de “Nuage” est incroyable et votre interprétation de Dyens est magistrale! Bravo!

[@MiisterLOve95]

Hi, this is a awesome video, especially for me because i actually work with his son Emmanuel Dyens, as a guitarist for his solo music project! Is a famous drummer in the french hip-hop scene, mostly known for being the drummer of " Orelsan " . Roland's son is actually as gifted as him aha, i send your video to him, i'll update my comment with his answer ! Awesome work as always man, cheers ( btw, playing the guitar for the son of one of the most talented classical guitarist ever is kinda hard x) )

[@leonidpronin4141]

New ideas, new thoughts, new level Time spent wisely with amazing result 👏🎶🎁🎄

[@jamesslamprell16]

Honestly this guy is insane he inspired me to start playing guiar by his amazing guitar skill and after 2 years of practice I’m now studying music at college I just want to say thank you to one of my biggest guitar hero’s Lucas Brar ❤️

[@robalid]

Fantastic. Lovely to see you back. That last one was incredible.

[@flexas666]

Respect! Lucas dyenhardt