Peter Blanchette, "Si Beag Si Mor"

Peter Blanchette performing his arrangement of the Irish folk tune "Si Beag Si Mor" by Turlough O'Carollan in a free concert for pilgrims of the Camino de Santiago. (Video by visitparallax.com)

[@archguitar]

Thanks for the positive comments! Peter Blanchette

[@silentpianomusic]

Best version of this song. Great, love it so much!

[@CarlosBruguera]

Man, you took this already perfect and immensely beautiful tune to a whole different level... Wow.

[@daniellelelouet2021]

Brav eo ken eo brav!

[@tawnyadoucette8450]

Is there a way to purchase a copy of this? I think it is so hauntingly beautiful

[@havardrivansson7902]

You're a truly great artist.

[@JamesBenton87]

I’ve decided this will be the first KZbin video my son ever hears. He’s due to be born any day now.

[@simmo303]

Likely he he heard it before he was born.

[@archguitar]

Thank you everyone, for the kind words about this video! My good friend Paul Odgren has a way of making videos right there, while I'm performing, and you don't even notice him moving around- it's magical, once he edits it together. Someone mentioned that there is another song in this arrangement- that's correct. It's called "The Bold Fenian Men." Again, thanks so much for viewing, enjoying and sharing my music!

[@JosephStern]

+archguitar Thank you, Peter, for making such beautiful music. Please keep it up; many of us have come to depend on it!

[@archguitar]

Thanks for the kind words!

[@bennutzman4694]

is there a way I can get this on itunes?

[@alexstrat]

That's magic! I'm wondering what's the tuning on this arrangement? thanks a lot

[@paolodestefano78_guitar]

I love this guitar! I am an Italian Guitar teacher/player/composer.....I need to know where can I find a builder who can make this guitar for me! I cannot live without playing this magical instrument.

[@dannymurphy6260]

This was our wedding (isle walk) song, 2 weeks ago, possibly the most beautiful piece of music we have ever heard ❤

[@matthewcarey3148]

The people in that church saw something special that day. Look at their faces. They will never forget it.

[@John-wr6yo]

This is divine and his rendering flows peacefuly like the movement of tranquil waters. Just out standing . This performance has made my evening.

[@robertlittlebury1316]

The tune, the playing of the tune, the beauiful setting and the attentive audience. All is absolutely perfect and a blessing to the soul. Let's not forget one person who is there in the form of this tune - and maybe in spirit - Turlough O'Carolam, the blind harper who overcame his condition to delight us with some of the most beautiful tunes ever composed. God bless all those involved.

[@angelicaluce3230]

My favorite composer - he takes you thru all the emotions of human life - into the HEAVENS and back - GOD BLESS YOU TURLOUGH O'CAROLAN - hope to meet you one day!

[@Youdidnotdidyou]

The brides in my family walk down the isle to this with the uilleann pipes, this is so beautiful and gentle and wonderful xx

[@waltertanner7982]

sounds like a terrific event!

[@davidmcandrews5307]

Peter, lovey sounds. Also love how you sneak the Bold Fenian men in there and uinless you know the tune you do not even know its a different song all together. Peace , love, and happiness to all!

[@peterbielecki2744]

Beautiful. I had twin daughters one of which has sadly passed away and one got the height the other, who passed was the small one! I always will think of this as a song for them. Thank you again!

[@waltertanner7982]

So sad to read this! At least, she will always be in your heart, and hopefully in a higher sphere, with GOD!

[@Melvorgazh]

I went there and dis 200 Km when I was 15. Great memories. Greetings from Brussels, Belgium. There was a pretty Catalan woman named Carolina I liked there. She was 22.

[@waltertanner7982]

Oh sweet memories!

[@anthonycosgrave8539]

I remember my music teacher in Clonmel Tipperary playing this on his harpsichord. He was a gifted man. His name was Micheal Ó Suibheallain and he has since passed. He told us that someday most of us would listen again to the tunes of O Carolan and in fairness it has happened.

[@joefagan9335]

Was that THE Michael O’Suilleabhain - the professor? Lucky to have him as your music teacher.

[@anthonycosgrave8539]

@@joefagan9335 Yes indeed it was. His mother had been accidently killed in her home by a gas explosion and so he spent a few years back in his hometown.

[@scundoalex]

Simply gorgeous. I've heard so many arrangements of this O'Carolan piece. The melody is quite simply one of the most beautiful ever created. It lifts your heart but also makes you weep. Makes me proud to be Irish :-)

[@clairey6407]

I completely agree - this rendition of it is sublime.

[@gamingforidiots401]

I come here often. As an Irishman who loves music (esp O’Carolan and Planxty) and churches , this soothes my soul. Wonderful arrangement, wonderful playing, wonderful setting. Thank you Peter

[@melissabautz2346]

Me too, Brian! Huge Planxty listener here. This is, indeed soul-soothing. I'm grateful for Peter Blanchette!

[@Latitude30Four]

Me three!

[@drmoovingroovinbass5348]

This piece takes you to another world, I could listen to this all day, I wish i had a fraction of this gentleman's talent on the guitar.

[@Grafrey]

Wonderful. An Irish tune in Spain. I'm so proud to be Irish. very, very well done Peter. What an impressive instrument. it's,hard enough plucking on 6 strings!

[@anudistsjury]

One of the most beautiful things I've ever heard

[@Tarzan2315]

Just beautiful to listen to this on St. Patrick's day 2022.

[@drstevetromans9190]

This is reaching my soul at 5am when nothing else, no one else could do. Deep respect from a fellow musician and travelling soul in the world

[@BarkingEggplant]

Ahhh, I shudder to think how much in back royalties I owe Turlough for this feckin' little number.

[@TirikitaBlogspot]

Your arrangement and ornaments make it glow. Hats off to you, Peter.

[@giovannicappelli8675]

You played with O'Carolan this beautiful mistic song. The little people will be with you for ever.

[@neilross1746]

Without doubt my favourite O'Carollan tune and beautifully played. Thanks so much.

[@aadityakiran_s]

Masterful playing, excellent command over the instrument, great feel. 🙏

[@Kelticsong]

This is ethereal, so wonderful Peter!

[@luminousraven4970]

I am listening to this today, 27th January 2020, the 75th Commemoration of the liberation of the Nazi concentration camp in Auschwitz. - It seems to resonate in deep solace from the fingers of beloved Turlough O'Carolan, and in 300 years anticipation.

[@cjwaywell]

I love that the best I've ever heard it played

[@jolie-nielsen4827]

great performanse and sound

[@williamharless4654]

Beautiful version of a brilliant song written by a brilliant composer who lived long ago.

[@faithhaddad7650]

This tune has a deeply resonant effect on me. I just think I must have heard it in another life. Fast or slow, on any instrument, it is my favorite.

[@neilarmstrong6843]

Faith Haddad its 1 Tune and 1 song mixed in the middle

[@NotAnAustralianEngineer]

'tis a good song

[@faithhaddad7650]

I think Planxty did it better IMHO

[@angelafoxmusic7265]

Thankyou. Just so lovely...

[@OzlinLikesVideos]

This is beautiful. Hearing it is like inhaling after not being able to breathe. Beauty is especially important in difficult times such as these.

[@TheGuitologist]

I have listened to this so many times. Just a supremely beautiful piece. Beautifully arranged and executed. Thank you for this, Peter.

[@dog-freak8918]

Were is Peter Blanchette now,were is he living. I love his music,its a very good good man.

[@brendanokellymusic]

I rarely ever sign into KZbin, I rarely ever comment, but this put me on the floor. An amazing interpretation . Thank you sir.

[@khiggins8733]

This is great stuff ! Glorio Glorio to the bold Fenian men 🇮🇪 2:09

[@guitaroffice]

A stunningly beautiful performance.

[@evlin10]

Such a moving and beautiful rendition. It lifts the spirit

[@22grena]

Long live the memory of those Bold Fenian Men

[@georgefenning4844]

One word…. Beautiful

[@ledaswan5990]

Beautiful

[@cindyrissal3628]

One of my favorite tunes...I love to play it on the fiddle. Beautiful rendition! ❤

[@user-rl9ds4iq4t]

So beautiful

[@giuseppefortunato3900]

meraviglioso. Hai estasiato questo brano

[@MrDoncraig]

Balm to my soul, thanks.

[@stephenkorab6456]

Your rendition of this is absolutely beautiful. You play as if you have the heart and soul of an Angel.

[@cimbalok2972]

I was asked to play "Simple Gifts" on dulcimer for a friend who was getting married but when I saw her looking so beautiful I couldn't remember SG and I played this tune instead. Not that SG isn't a great song, but this one fit the occasion better. Thanks for posting.

[@bingododo]

Love this rendition from Peter Blanchette. Incredibly moving.

[@TheKevin52xmx]

ive played and sung in front of thousands but your audience there are brilliant,All muscians id say bless you all

[@Hollcall]

BRAVO PETER & Thank You so much. This piece was a fav of a very dear friend, Michael James Smith. He was a self-taught classical guitarist who was my friend for 50+ years. Lost Him app. 4 years ago. Miss Him Dearly. Jimmie must have been tired playing this for me ............but, He never said it. hahahaha. You truly warmed my heart tonight.

[@barfy6128]

Amazing performance

[@nicolasozzi4441]

Bellissimo, grazieeeeee sei bravissimo. Una delle migliori interpretazioni del brano di o carolan

[@MatsVederhus]

Thank you for your amazing music Peter!

[@adesignforlivinginterventi561]

Thanks for filling my soul!

[@dherrenvt]

Wow! We were there! (and this video proves it!)

[@sonomabob]

Thanks very much. Beautiful tone and tune.

[@marybateman8127]

A stunning, heartbreakingly good performance

[@roalik4270]

What a perfect setting for a perfect rendition of a perfectly lovely song.

[@user-zf5tk3nr8e]

Credo che per chi ha intrapreso o intraprende un qualsiasi difficile camino o una qualsiasi via le note composte dal bardo... E così appassionatamente suonate.. possano venire in soccorso ed essere viatico per raggiungere.. la meta.. Grazie. Toccante. Le composizioni di o'carolan devono essere tradotte... Interpretate.. Dove questo viene fatto con partecipazione... Diventano dedicate poesie... 🙏🎶🌊

[@coffee19837]

Very beautiful music we used this music for our wedding and people just loved it. You are very talented man and enjoy listening to your music, keep up the great work

[@LindaHutchings]

@Archguitar Peter Stellar delicious, memorable, great arrangement and pace, and OMG venue/acoustics! ❤️🙏🎶🎻

[@ranielyfire]

I keep coming back to this video

[@gregmirr]

I wish it would never end .. the peace and depth of your playing is amazing . Bravo

[@mikeo3177]

Very haunting, very pleasant.

[@twangbarfly]

What a totally incredible sound - matched only by the peerless playing and wonderful arrangement. Thank you for uploading this treasure.

[@taisuke5260]

何度も聴いています 心が休まる演奏

[@MaluLopesMaPremJagruti]

Eu amo essa música..... Desde 1993 ou 1994... Escutei em um CD e é tão mágica... Nunca encontrei esses anos todos.... Encontrei aqui hoje, em 2 de julho de 2022. GRATIDÃO! 🙏🏻🤲🏻😉🕉🧿💯🕉

[@lestanzedellachitarra]

Beautiful version masterfully played. Thank you mr Blanchette

[@thestraynetwork]

Excellent arrangement of this beloved piece

[@declanoconnor9134]

Just beautiful and so authentic...Ireland Calling !!

[@Itaypazpaz]

Amazing ! Wow

[@chanson0815]

wunderbar und sehr schön musiziert. Vielen Dank

[@RocketChild]

This song is so beautiful and soothing. I'm reminded of when I also walked the Camino with so many fond memories

[@nelsongrimaldi3344]

For me your guitar playing is my temple of peace, thank you for being such a blessing, have a blessed days Peter

[@padraigwalsh1271]

Magnificent arrangement of this tune

[@yakubekartawidjaja]

So beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@seamushealy6960]

. . . behind the roll of thunder...the flash of light....

[@virginiamooney4105]

Starting to learn this on the concertina, wish me luck!

[@wildstringdom]

Haunting....Timless Music....

[@amokreutz]

WUNDERSCHÖN... and the bold fenian men in between...

[@StenEdeback]

Beautiful music well played!

[@edkawalec3360]

Thank you, Peter Blanchette, for immortalizing this wonderful arrangement of this beautiful tune on YT that we might enjoy it, over and over, it is truly sublime! My best, Ed

[@MzIsis1111]

Thoroughly enchanting.... Love this man !!!

[@mirekwalczak9418]

the best of the best!

[@hotairballoonmusic]

This is so special, i always come back here to comfort my soul.

[@petertommerup2388]

Beautifully arranged & played!!! Lucky pilgrims!

[@juancarloszalaquett4122]

This is the best version for this lovely and beautiful irish folk tune, I think that is unbeatable...I like very much, how I wish I could have it!!👋

[@BeeRaider1]

I agree totally!

[@kensmechanicalaffair]

Unbelievably beautiful.

[@stefguitar74]

Merci pour ce moment de grâce et de magie! La guitare est incroyable, comme le guitariste qui la fait sonner...

[@fricykler]

Wow, just wow! Absolutely stunning! You should most deffinetly come play in my local church, Skovlunde Denmark! :)

[@breenizm92]

01:50 - a variation on the song "Bold Fenian Men" I believe, for anyone wondering

[@breenizm92]

AKA "down by the glenside"

[@Alun49]

A wonderful arrangement of this beautiful piece by Turlough O'Carollan, one of the greatest of composers.

[@seamushealy6960]

. . . you can be sure that O Carrols spirit is listening in whatever dimension he ascended to...always with his music.

[@phoenixpiper5831]

Truly beautiful in every sense. I keep coming back over the years to listen to this recording.

[@kylevickers1725]

same here, I often come back and feel refreshed by it

[@73North265]

My favourite air! Lovely!

[@clairey6407]

Absolutely stunning.

[@debajitroyofficial]

A very beautiful piece/ peace ❤

[@melissabautz2346]

This is so good I can taste it. Before this recording there were only two recordings/renditions of "Si Beag Si Mor" that I would listen to: Patrick Ball and Liam O'Flynn. Now I have "found" this man's music. Thanks be to God. If one doesn't hear and feel the Divine in Mr. Blanchette's music, one is either not listening or not human. Thank you, Mr. Blanchette, for a new take on human-ness and music. So glad to know about your story and music.

[@mandomike45]

Just found this -- so incredibly beautiful! Thank you, Peter

[@telboy1966manu]

What gorgeous playing, transcends space and time, just beautiful