Here is my live cover of the Billy Joel masterpiece "Scenes from an Italian Restaurant". Hope you like it :)
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@goofe.washington95310 ай бұрын
I saw Michael Cavanaugh as the musical performer in the Twyla Tharp creation on Broadway of “Movin’ Out”, which featured the songs of Billy Joel. Cavanaugh is a phenom. Very high, high level. Go see him if you ever get the chance. He’s magnificent.
@allanmoore4353Ай бұрын
Yeah, I made it point to see that show, this guy was great, I didn't know who he was, at first I was confused because I knew it wasn't Billy, but he was SO good.
@feiny50083 жыл бұрын
Amazing. The Piano Man would be proud
@MichaelCavanaughVideo3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Steve. I stream live here on KZbin every Tuesday and Saturday. Hope to see you!
@feiny50083 жыл бұрын
@@MichaelCavanaughVideo well, .I have. Might I suggest. "Getting in Tune" by The Who..beautiful tune. great piano work.
@marianeal31643 жыл бұрын
I love, love, love it!
@marianeal31643 жыл бұрын
I love, love, love it!
@mattparker232311 ай бұрын
What a talent. Love his voice, and as a pianist, he's right up there with Billy Joel and Elton. Check out his Stray Cats cover of Rock this town. He is so damn good.
@JakeVhabae6 жыл бұрын
Definitely one of the most tight covers I’ve ever heard. Bravo sir!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jacob!
@liamjones82244 жыл бұрын
Jacob Vhabae is that a rush inspired profile pic?😍
@JakeVhabae4 жыл бұрын
Liam Jones Good eye!
@mohamadjuju90872 жыл бұрын
precise impression 🙂
@jonkatz792 жыл бұрын
Legendary cover of a legendary song. Confused how this doesn't have 50 million views.
@MichaelCavanaughVideo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jon!
@josephlammardo4 ай бұрын
Because it is a cover, no matter how good.
@heatherross92810 ай бұрын
First New York show I ever saw. I was weeping.
@DanielVMazza7 жыл бұрын
Amazing! I saw Michael Cavanaugh in Movin' Out 3 times and each time he was amazing :)
@MichaelCavanaughVideo7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Daniel!
@davivify7 жыл бұрын
The scholars and musicologists pronounced music dead. After many centuries, and endless twists and turns, composers had run out the combinations and permutations. They tried 12-tone and atonal, experimenting with various noise sources, perhaps culminating with John Cage's famous Four Minutes of Silence. But they were wrong. They hadn't accounted for great rock bands weaving orchestral music into the fabric of their ballads and anthems, giving music fresh energy and direction. Of course there were the Beatles and the Beach Boys. And now we hear the music of Billy Joel, written almost as a symphony in itself, taken to the next level in this brilliant performance. Centuries hence, this music will be considered a vital part of our thousand year musical heritage.
@MichaelCavanaughVideo7 жыл бұрын
I like the way you think Dave. Thanks!
@BlairGreene6 жыл бұрын
Dave March 
@vwlz86374 жыл бұрын
@@BlairGreene Blar Greene
@spatialfrance6 жыл бұрын
I'm French and a fan from the first hour of Billy Joel. I love this song that I heard in the 70'. You sing and play the piano in the spirit of the great artist that Billy is. Thanks a lot and congratulations.
@MichaelCavanaughVideo6 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@brendaramiah6632 жыл бұрын
What a brilliant singer... he requires much more exposure for his amazing talent 👏🏻
@brennansmith31976 жыл бұрын
My absolute favorite song, covered masterfully. Thank you!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Karen! I agree that song is pretty tough to beat :)
@brennansmith31976 жыл бұрын
Michael Cavanaugh Damn you nailed the piano solo transition into the Brenda and Eddy intro. I love the full orchestra as well. And the saxophonist is a treasure.
@christinasoavita25176 жыл бұрын
Just need to say again: its a blessing watching this Video, feeling the whole musicians spirit, that comes across my mobile and makes may day everytime i watch this! :))) Thank you!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo6 жыл бұрын
Thank you Christina!
@Don-ul6cg4 жыл бұрын
Wonderful job! I can't stop listening to it.
@susanscottfarrell37132 ай бұрын
Just amazing
@mohamadjuju90872 жыл бұрын
No more word to say.. Great job!!
@user-hl9ki5yq5o3 ай бұрын
You got it! Love hearing you.
@Cabinner5 жыл бұрын
most gratest cover!! very nice and love this!
@jackcalder65612 жыл бұрын
Brilliant, what a wonderful group of musicians!
@michaeltufte74372 жыл бұрын
Incredible
@mariarosas1336 Жыл бұрын
Bravo! Bravo!👏👏👏😍😍
@allenvenegas19583 жыл бұрын
Absolutely amazing. Thanks so much for posting this!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching, Allen! I play and sing live on KZbin twice per week (Usually Tuesdays and Fridays) at 5:30 PM Pacific. Please subscribe and click the bell and I’ll announce a few days before the next live stream. You can request songs :) Hope to see you there!
@Espen10 Жыл бұрын
One of my favorite songs - and I just discover this version now on KZbin. Thank you, Michael! This cover is brilliant... and wow!! What a great performance! Greetings from Norway.
@susanscottfarrell3713Ай бұрын
Takes me back to student days. M.....you're amazing
@randy.37712 жыл бұрын
I can’t get this tune out of my head,…great version,…love the strings,…
@AR-pb2zh8 ай бұрын
Incredible! You are just fantastic. Beautifully song.
@user-pz2mj1cu8w8 ай бұрын
Just love your music Michael. It's fun to sing along. You are awesome!
@susanscottfarrell371314 күн бұрын
Gawd its soooooo good. Wish I'd seen it.... Stuck in UK
@patriciahibberd73796 ай бұрын
I agree wholeheartedly with above comments. A joy to see and watch and I am ancient but still appreciate talent
@susanscottfarrell371325 күн бұрын
Marvellous
@ubdkd4 жыл бұрын
Nailed it. Wow.
@vincentparlante6274 Жыл бұрын
Fantastic cover here. You sir? I'm sure have put a great smile on Billy Joel as well as us Boomer aged fans to Joel's greats. Absolutely fantastic. BRAVO 👏 Grazie . Arrivederci.
@FrankieBonsignoreMusic3 жыл бұрын
Love this!!!! ❤️
@MichaelCavanaughVideo3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching, Frankie! I play and sing live on KZbin twice per week (Usually Sundays and Thursdays) at 5:30 PM Pacific. Please subscribe and click the bell and I’ll announce a couple days before the next live stream. Going live tonight! You can request songs :) Hope to see you there!
@connorhoney28802 жыл бұрын
This needs more recognition
@dougl26154 жыл бұрын
Michael I bought the tickets to see you in San Antonio 6 months in advance. You blew me away with your performance. Loved every minute. The orchestra added to my enjoyment of your performance. Hope to catch you again in the near future. Thank you!!!!
@CLONfb Жыл бұрын
EXCELENT. SUPERB actually.
@user-pz2mj1cu8w3 ай бұрын
Wonderful playing. Wonderful song. Love it Thank you. Wish I could play like you!
@billmcdonough86163 ай бұрын
Perfect enunciation. Outstanding
@johnf80703 жыл бұрын
I love this cover so much!!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo3 жыл бұрын
Thanks so much John! I play and sing live on KZbin every Tuesday and Friday at 5:30 PM Pacific. You can request songs :) Hope to see you soon!
@carlosmartinez-conde25642 жыл бұрын
A great cover! Listening to it is a pleasure!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Carlos!
@luciano1611577 жыл бұрын
Thank you, Michael. You are sensational!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Luciano!
@enidkapelsen36942 жыл бұрын
Superb cover.
@l_arco2 жыл бұрын
You are fantastic Michael!!! Bravo.
@MichaelCavanaughVideo2 жыл бұрын
Thank you very much!
@nygnyg17 жыл бұрын
love michael!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo7 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@billy16734 ай бұрын
Who’s Michael Cavanaugh? He nailed this cover. And the full orchestra arrangement was next level!
@susanscottfarrell3713 Жыл бұрын
Amazing.... Blimey I'm old
@mikedip762 жыл бұрын
Amazing
@iujj0124 жыл бұрын
Can’t wait to see you in Phoenix in a couple weeks!! Wow!
@geralynngreusel9645 Жыл бұрын
Michael Kavanaugh, best, best job on this song! It is one of my favorite Billy Joel songs and the way you clearly sing the lyrics and play the piano is amazing. The saxophone player is awesome. Just saw you on Marco Island and it was the best show I’ve ever seen there. We will be looking up your tour dates to find out where we can come see you next!😊
@jackknizhnik22072 жыл бұрын
Wonderful cover. That drummer is loving life!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jack! Johnny is awesome!
@campguy1242 Жыл бұрын
You are damn good. I love your presentation skills, Quite the entertainer and who does not love being entertained by an accomplished artiste. May God bless you and the fam.
@joelsain303 жыл бұрын
Best cover of this song ever!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching, Joel! I play and sing live on KZbin twice per week (Usually Tuesdays and Fridays) at 5:30 PM Pacific. Please subscribe and click the bell and I’ll announce a few days before the next live stream. You can request songs :) I’ll be going live today at 5:30 PM Pacific. Hope to see you there!
@Rosebudbublegum2 жыл бұрын
A perfect cover!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo2 жыл бұрын
Thank you!
@paola17372 жыл бұрын
You're amazing! 🌹 Beautiful voice and great performance! 🌹 Greetings from Rome ❤️
@MichaelCavanaughVideo2 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much!!
@potterkilroy9677 Жыл бұрын
Wonderful cover! 🎬
@danbarrale54572 жыл бұрын
love it kudos micheal
@kelseyboudin53762 жыл бұрын
This is fantastic. And I love Severus Snape on the drum kit lol
@joeyfortney56852 жыл бұрын
Saw this video and immediately searched the tour schedule. Definitely getting tickets next time youre here.
@MichaelCavanaughVideo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks Joey!
@carmenborja96732 жыл бұрын
Bravo, eres especial!!!!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@martynecorneau906 жыл бұрын
c'est sublime, quel talent vous avez, autant la voix que le piano!! MILLE BRAVOS!!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo6 жыл бұрын
Je vous remercie 😀
@Stevo_Drums4 жыл бұрын
So friggin good, dude!
@krismystery4 ай бұрын
I stand and humbly say..... Bravo
@david101019612 жыл бұрын
Scenes is probably one of the most difficult piano pieces in the pop genre to cover perfectly and you near as nailed it - including the famous little piano riff from 2:54 to 3:04. :) I've been listening and jamming songs from The Stranger ever since it came out in 1978 and man your attention to detail is fantastic. And it seems that you were born with a voice very similar to BJ's!! Your saxophonist has apparently studied Richie Cannata, and drummer Liberty DeVitto to get the sound as authentic as possible. The orchestral backing is also great. You guys must have put a massive amount of time into getting the arrangement so perfect. Great job by all concerned.
@user-wx9ky9lr1y6 ай бұрын
There is an amazing cover by a group of USA 🇺🇸 high school students a little rawer!
@vinceg846 жыл бұрын
Got damn this is awesome.
@MichaelCavanaughVideo6 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@PierreRicherOURSBLANC63 жыл бұрын
You are awesome Michael Cavanaugh! :-) ♥
@MichaelCavanaughVideo3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching, Pierre! I play and sing live on KZbin twice per week (Usually Sundays and Thursdays) at 5:30 PM Pacific. Going live tonight! Please subscribe and click the bell and I’ll announce a couple days before the next live stream. You can request songs :) Hope to see you there!
@brunocoelho48394 жыл бұрын
Best song in the world, best cover in the world
@MichaelCavanaughVideo4 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@Maidoumurnot3 жыл бұрын
Your piano is magnificent
@Joe30pack3 жыл бұрын
Crushed it!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching, Joe! I play and sing live on KZbin twice per week (Usually Sundays and Thursdays) at 5:30 PM Pacific. Please subscribe and click the bell and I’ll announce a couple days before the next live stream. You can request songs :) Hope to see you there!
@martapessoa8908 Жыл бұрын
Super 🎶
@jakethehoff3 жыл бұрын
Absolutely fantastic, flawless Piano playing and singing and the rest of the band have also done the same. Pure class!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo3 жыл бұрын
Thanks Jake! I perform live twice a week on KZbin! You can request songs. Please consider subscribing so you can hang out with us. Thanks again :)
@jakethehoff3 жыл бұрын
@@MichaelCavanaughVideo I'll make sure to subscribe and tune in. What time and timezone do you play live?
@MichaelCavanaughVideo3 жыл бұрын
@@jakethehoffIt is every Tuesday and Friday at 5:30 PM Pacific. I won't be live streaming this week because I (thankfully) have a few private virtual gigs. I'll be back a week from tomorrow! Thanks :)
@jakethehoff3 жыл бұрын
@@MichaelCavanaughVideo Brilliant I'll tune in in a week. Thanks mate hope to see you in concert one day
@MichaelCavanaughVideo3 жыл бұрын
@@jakethehoff Thank again, Jake!
@luvpants20123 жыл бұрын
Great performance, sax player is fantastic. After a lifetime of playing guitar I realized Sax is what I should've been playing!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching!, James I play and sing live on KZbin twice per week (Usually Sundays and Thursdays) at 5:30 PM Pacific. Going live tonight! Please subscribe and click the bell and I’ll announce a couple days before the next live stream. You can request songs :) Hope to see you there!
@jimmoore23379 ай бұрын
We were fortunate to see Michael perform at the New York New York lounge in Vegas when he was doing “dueling “ pianos
@jimmoore23373 ай бұрын
Probably 30yrs ago?
@neyguerra6012 Жыл бұрын
Gênio!
@user-ml2ks3ye6l2 ай бұрын
すごい、、ただただ尊敬します。見事です。
@tmalone25304 жыл бұрын
Man you are one talented fellow
@MichaelCavanaughVideo4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I play and sing live on KZbin every Sunday and Thursday at 5:30 PM Pacific. You can request songs :) Hope to see you soon!
@nickpvb7 жыл бұрын
Great job, you've got to perform this in North Florida with the Jacksonville Symphony Orchestra!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Nick! Actually we did this show with the Jacksonville Symphony, but it was quite some time ago. Would love to do it again :)
@loveforpeople678 Жыл бұрын
your great
@washthesandout4 жыл бұрын
Very nice, man. Great covers without being an impersonation. Checked you out because my son's in the marching drum line for the United Way show tonight in Williamsport. He's also a big fan of Billy. We're really looking forward to tonight.
@Hipnosis656 жыл бұрын
Michael... I started listening to Billy when I was 12, I’m now 53. This does this great song justice. Well done.👍
@MichaelCavanaughVideo6 жыл бұрын
Thank you John!
@STR82DVD5 жыл бұрын
Nice cover.
@christinasoavita25176 жыл бұрын
Great!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo6 жыл бұрын
Thanks Christina!
@christinasoavita25176 жыл бұрын
What about a cover of "Shes always a woman to me" or "Annies Song" :)
@HumanGoodOne Жыл бұрын
You outsang Billy...its true. The orchestra is amazing.
@MichaelCavanaughVideo Жыл бұрын
Billy is the best, but thank you 😊🙏
@King_Colombia_Inc4 жыл бұрын
Remarkable, Michael... 😍
@MichaelCavanaughVideo4 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much! I play and sing live on KZbin every Sunday and Thursday at 5:30 PM Pacific. You can request songs :) Hope to see you soon!
@King_Colombia_Inc4 жыл бұрын
Michael Cavanaugh I’d be more than honored to see you play. :)
@MichaelCavanaughVideo4 жыл бұрын
@@King_Colombia_Inc Thanks!
@spatialfrance6 жыл бұрын
Very good.
@MichaelCavanaughVideo6 жыл бұрын
Thanks!
@88keyz17 жыл бұрын
So good! Billy who? U da man!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Lee! In my book, Billy is king but I really appreciate the comment :)
@TonyWhiteMusic Жыл бұрын
The great John Scarpula on Saxophone
@bartpoppe60623 жыл бұрын
When a close my eyes i hear b.joel.i have all a thé songs off Joël.as a fotogfher i makes foto's of him and off all the great artist of the world .Poppe Bart Belgium .
@MichaelCavanaughVideo3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching Bart Poppe! I play and sing live on KZbin twice per week. Please subscribe and click the bell and I’ll announce a few days before the next live stream. You can request songs :) Hope to see you there!
@justinquan29057 жыл бұрын
wow you are so talented! definitley have the piano style like joel
@MichaelCavanaughVideo7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Justin!
@m.a.g35143 жыл бұрын
This isn't just great, no no. This, This is absolutely fantastic. This is going to sound a bit strange, I do realize this. But please just bare with me here. His cover sounds like its not just a cover of Billy Joels song. It feels like a pianist with a touch of punk rock doing a cover of the one & only Sir Elton John doing a cover of Scenes From An Italian Restaurant by the one & Only Billy Joel. And IN MY OPINION that is something beyond extraordinary. WELL DONE. VERY WELL DONE GOOD SIR!!!!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo3 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much for watching! I play and sing live on KZbin twice per week (Usually Tuesdays and Fridays) at 5:30 PM Pacific. Please subscribe and click the bell and I’ll announce a few days before the next live stream. You can request songs :) Hope to see you there!
@m.a.g35143 жыл бұрын
@@MichaelCavanaughVideo AAAWWWWWEESSOME! If i end up being lucky enough to have either days off work, i shall gladly attend!
@buddyrichman7 жыл бұрын
A great performance and stunning interpretations of Billy Joel's classics! In the UK we have a guy called Elio Pace who tours a brilliant 3 hour show playing 30+ of Billy's songs. Great that there are opportunities for us to hear BJ's music live when he doesn't tour so much these days. (www.eliopace.com)
@MichaelCavanaughVideo7 жыл бұрын
Thanks Richard! Billy's music has truly made me the musician I am today!
@yinzer6 жыл бұрын
wow
@MichaelCavanaughVideo6 жыл бұрын
Thank You!
@JohnLee-ln6no2 жыл бұрын
Cover? I don`t think so ( script covered from Obi-Wan Kenobi )... You upgraded the song to a Supreme masterpiece. I'm always happy with your songs. Thank You indeed.😄
@MichaelCavanaughVideo2 жыл бұрын
Thanks John!
@franzleone2 жыл бұрын
I just subscribed, you are amazing. Orchestra and arrangements are also top class. What’s the name of the great sax player? Thank you!
@MichaelCavanaughVideo2 жыл бұрын
Thank you! John Scarpulla is his name :)
@franzleone2 жыл бұрын
@@MichaelCavanaughVideo Thank you so much!
@geralynngreusel9645 Жыл бұрын
Sorry for the misspelling of your name- should have been Cavanaugh (darn voice texting!)
@kevinebarron7 жыл бұрын
I missed my dentist appt sitting through this. You owe me the co-pay for this dreadful performance. (bravo...got every nuance. brilliant)
@petep2863 жыл бұрын
Michael cavanaugh did billy send you the sheet music or is it from the billy joel keyboard book by Dave rosenthal?
@MichaelCavanaughVideo3 жыл бұрын
I learned it by ear, but I would recommend the books by David. He's awesome and a good friend
@AR-pb2zh3 ай бұрын
Wonder if Michael will make it to Detroit? You have to find your way out here! :)
@MichaelCavanaughVideo3 ай бұрын
I played there twice last year with the Detroit Symphony. I hope to get back there soon!
@AR-pb2zh3 ай бұрын
@@MichaelCavanaughVideo That's really awesome. I should have paid better attention :) Will do it next time. My wife and I would love to see you. Keep on creating beautiful music with that stunning voice!
@91JLovesDisney2 жыл бұрын
Very nice!! Maybe a tad heavy on the pitch correction, some parts stand out a bit. Other than that amazing!
@Kenscialoia6 жыл бұрын
Michael where did Billy Joel first hear/see you was it in Vegas?