The Count of Tuscany by Dream Theater - Full Piano Cover / Arrangement / Version by Vikram Shankar

[@Sabbathfaax]

This is exactly what I expect from a perfect Dream Theater epic on a piano. Amazing work

[@VikramShankarMusic]

+Cyrekt Thanks so much!

[@PianistSeb]

It's not only a perfect cover, but it's a cover that it played with a very musical way.

[@luisjoselopez]

it's amazing how a solo piano can make me feel totally different emotions than the ones I feel with the original song... thank you so much!

[@myrro666]

dude you blew my mind!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Miro Vojtechovsky Thanks so much man!!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Haha, actually it was recorded using quite a nice video camera! I just put on the distorting and retro effects because I thought the murky video went with the dreamy music better (and of course the audio was recorded pristinely through a mic and Logic Pro 8)

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you so much for your kind words and your share!!

[@zero.zen030]

This deserves more likes and views, absolutely amazing!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you!

[@zero.zen030]

Obelix5150 You deserve it. I hope that one day I'll be good enough to play this song on the piano :)

[@VikramShankarMusic]

***** Haha it's not toooooo hard honestly, you can definitely get it!

[@zero.zen030]

Obelix5150 Well, I've only been playing since last September, so I guess I need some more time ;)

[@BarneyHorvath]

I just realized that from 12:27 on the main melody is hauntingly similar to The Chariots of Fire. Awesome job btw, can't stop listening to it!

[@dragossimion2612]

I think Jordan Rudess would be proud. I'm only seeing this now, but it is a pleasure listening to you. Remarkable performance.

[@GuidoPerdomo]

this is phenomenal!! I hadn't realized how incredibly awesome the chord progression at abouts 9:45 was since I heard you perform exactly right. legit that gave me goose bumps

[@lamey99]

No shit??!?!. WOW.. that's the shit right there... awesome!

[@Niitro64]

Damn, i love this track, i just searched for a piano version, and didnt expect such masterpiece... great job !

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thanks, Marcel. Both the equipment I used to record audio and video are nice (a nice video recorder and a Shure mic going into Logic Pro 8) but I intentionally put the distorting/low fi effects on the video. Although more money is always nice!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

We can only hope! Thanks for your kind words!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

thank you so much!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you!! Indeed I did.. I've listened to this song so many times that the 'transcription process' really didn't consist of much other than sitting down and deciding how I wanted to arrange certain parts on the piano.

[@fabricewerner2428]

A perfect cover of my all time favourite song … thank so much, it’s been a pleasure to watch you for 18 minutes

[@alacpe]

I never no words to explain. that's beautiful! GOOD JOB

[@midik13]

I would love to see this re-recorded with better quality. Who's with me?

[@jorgehmosquera8402]

God... :O I'm shaking right now ... the best I've seen on youtube

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you so much Ben!!

[@snehajjeevan581]

really good man!!! I couldn't find a better cover..

[@VikramShankarMusic]

+Snehaj Jeevan Thanks so much!!

[@gugalldiznii383]

I love this; the feeellssss somehow takes me back to when I first heard this song and when I first started learning it on guitar. it's still the only Dream Theater song I can play on guitar lol

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you Jaime!

[@ambarasmoro]

how beautiful the improvisation.

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you so much Andre!

[@AkairuNoAme]

You had me convinced as soon as your fingers started dancing around the first minute mark. Very beautifully played.

[@MetalReaperDanielR]

Oh my God dude, this nearly brought a tear to my eye. That was immaculate.

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Daniel Moran Wow, thanks Daniel!

[@lamey99]

Same here

[@Perfect221Magic]

My fav DT track , Bhai yaar ❤

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you so much Victor! I've been really really busy lately but hopefully one day I'll get around to making new Dream Theater piano arrangement videos!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you so much Joaquin!!

[@nikileid]

Man...this is AMAZING. The last five minutes gave me the chills just as great as the original song. Bravo!

[@progfoxmusic]

If you did more of these and made them available for download, I'd snatch 'em up immediately!

[@lamey99]

3:48>> My brain can't separate melody from bass.. ugh. Frustration.. the struggle IS real! Lol.. Jordan did an awesome job with how he resolves the tension in this piece! Hats off to the wizard for his creation and anyone who can walk in those shoes! 💯

[@prsvrncx]

This song accompanied me during tough times. I vividly remember working abroad, far from my family, and crying while listening to this song when I got back from work. Eventually, I got to see their concert live, with my own eyes, and luckily, they performed this song live. I cried during the outro. It's a beautiful memory. Thanks for beautifully delving into this song. Respect!

[@pedroteran5885]

I somehow missed this one until now. Great as always!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Well i'm just glad some people have discovered and enjoy it :)

[@dimanyc2004]

Wow, just wow!

[@amy2gr]

Mesmerized.......

[@ascheinberg]

This is incredible. Thank you.

[@sarahhasni3247]

this really brings out the beauty of dream theater compositions for people who are not into rock instruments.. absolutely stunning originality and performance

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you so much Sarah!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you!

[@lamey99]

Killer cover!..dayyyymnn

[@Panelium]

I wish I had stumbled across this video sooner. My DT fanboy days are kind of past, but The Count of Tuscany will always hold a special place in my memories. This is a crazy good cover that packs the whole depth of the original. I wish you shared or sold the sheet for this though!

[@ScottyPlaysGames7098]

This song is probably amongst my three favorite songs of all time, I truly consider it a masterpiece of musical prowess, technical ability, and true musicianship. I didn't expect to find a piano cover of it that so perfectly demonstrates an even more immense display of pure talent and ability. This is absolutely beautiful in every way, and I'm moved to emotions at parts that were unexpected. It's just beautiful, Vikram. Amazing job, you are truly an artist. From the bottom of my heart, accept our collective sincere thanks for taking the time to perfect and perform this piece, and put it here for us to enjoy.

[@zero.zen030]

This is just so fucking amazing. Wow.

[@VikramShankarMusic]

thanks :)

[@vycial]

Excellent job, I have no idea why this is the only piano cover of The count of Tuscany. Thank you for covering this

[@BenPapsun]

Fantastic!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thanks! if I had better recording equipment, I definitely would record something more professional, although I'd never charge for someone else's music!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

thank you!

[@JakubKrajnak]

one word. amazing.

[@jrbbassmusic6749]

Stunning!❤

[@xristoskou6357]

Sir that was awesome. Hats off.. Please make a studio version :D

[@TimoVo]

Probably the only video on KZbin I've seen that has not a single dislike.. for a reason. This is fantastic! Great job.

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you so much!! :)

[@Makedonwow]

My friend, I read your description and heard you play. I think there's nothing to apologize for. Your work was captivating and brilliant. Encore!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Makedonwow Thank you so much!

[@moo4929]

I love what you did during that middle slow part, it sounds absolutely incredible, well done!!!

[@aurelioflores2740]

Excelente, well done, nice finale

[@Timootheee]

This video has way too little views, than it actually deserves. I never dared to think, that this song can be arranged for piano, but it's stunning! Unbelievable work!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

+Morph Thank you very much!

[@tomek1995v8]

Got it to "favourites". You man nailed it. The Best ! I'm posting it on my fanpage. Sooooo much talent here!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@tomascolz6375]

the song is my favorit Dream Theater Song and your Piano version blows me away. This is absolut Amazing

[@thetardis2012]

wow... seriously. that is one hell of a set of fingers you have. i wish i could play this... well done! fantastic!

[@christianheinke3042]

Totally amazing.

[@yanasan190]

Beautiful...

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thanks!

[@SyahmiNasri]

stunning!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you!

[@Niccolo1994]

Great job!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you!!

[@progfoxmusic]

Looking forward to it!

[@spacepoulp4573]

Omg how could I’ve missed your channel all those years !! Epic cover man, absolutely love it

[@rubendariotovarburgos6720]

Marvelous 🧡

[@LucasWeissenborn]

That was absolutely incredible. I didn't believe what you did was actually possible. Great job!!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Lucas Weissenborn Haha thanks Lucas!!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you so much Steve!!

[@Jazzerine]

Congrats for this beautiful arrangement, it´s absolutely delightful to listen to.

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you so much!!

[@mrdog4529]

Beautiful song, beautifully played. Awesome job Vikram!

[@TobiGuitar94]

Wow ! This is amazing ! I would absolutely pay for it ! keep it up :)

[@porkpiezure]

Incredible, great work!!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you Simon!

[@joaquinfernandez558]

This is really great, you nailed it perfectly, and made it more beautiful than it is already, thank you for making me enjoy this :)

[@marcelomarquesrangel]

The best rendition of TCOT ever!!! Great job, man!!!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you!!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you! :)

[@chrisball1985]

Superb, bravo

[@VictorBorbaMusic]

Beautiful! :) keep it up! Great song choice! And awesome approach! I would like to see more Dream Theater where this came from :)

[@mokerium]

Hermoso. Thank u so much for this perf. Beautiful.

[@kevbe144]

really good!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you!! Sadly I don't have any sheet music because I learned by ear and developed my piano arrangement without writing out scores. Sorry!

[@eterravan]

i love this so much!!! it`s amazing, you're great

[@S6warrior]

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[@manbudiman]

Thank you it was great job, i very like it

[@VikramShankarMusic]

+Anggi Budiman Thanks so much!

[@trogdoar149]

Awesome job dude.

[@kmkzefrvr]

This is just amazing.

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Umut Danışman Thank you so much!

[@Groltak]

Wow, that was totally awesome, start to finish. Good job man!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

+Graniac Thanks so much!!

[@AfiqahHanapi]

OMG, you kill me dude, it's too nice tho! 😍

[@victormontielpiano]

Amazing!!!!

[@Mustang5003GT]

Excellent job!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you!!

[@mo3225-c8r]

Beautiful!!

[@v100s7]

Awesome!!!!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

+V100s Thank you!!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

thanks!

[@sunghyunkimguitar]

good job!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you!! you have some awesome videos as well!