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!!

[@dragossimion2612]

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

[@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 ;)

[@midik13]

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

[@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!

[@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!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

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

[@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)

[@Niitro64]

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

[@fabricewerner2428]

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

[@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

[@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! 💯

[@AkairuNoAme]

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

[@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!

[@alacpe]

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

[@snehajjeevan581]

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

[@VikramShankarMusic]

+Snehaj Jeevan Thanks so much!!

[@nikileid]

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

[@ambarasmoro]

how beautiful the improvisation.

[@Perfect221Magic]

My fav DT track , Bhai yaar ❤

[@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.

[@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!

[@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

[@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.

[@jorgehmosquera8402]

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

[@pedroteran5885]

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

[@VikramShankarMusic]

We can only hope! Thanks for your kind words!

[@vycial]

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

[@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!

[@dimanyc2004]

Wow, just wow!

[@ascheinberg]

This is incredible. Thank you.

[@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!

[@progfoxmusic]

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

[@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!

[@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!! :)

[@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!

[@tomascolz6375]

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

[@lamey99]

Killer cover!..dayyyymnn

[@moo4929]

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

[@xristoskou6357]

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

[@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 Ben!!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

thank you so much!

[@jrbbassmusic6749]

Stunning!❤

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you Jaime!

[@amy2gr]

Mesmerized.......

[@simonc12345]

Very clever. Nice change to hear it on piano.

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Simon Crawford Thank you Simon!

[@thetardis2012]

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

[@Niccolo1994]

Great job!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you!!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you so much Andre!

[@aurelioflores2740]

Excelente, well done, nice finale

[@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 Joaquin!!

[@rubendariotovarburgos6720]

Marvelous 🧡

[@spacepoulp4573]

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

[@BenPapsun]

Fantastic!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you!

[@SyahmiNasri]

stunning!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you!

[@trogdoar149]

Awesome job dude.

[@Jazzerine]

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

[@manbudiman]

Thank you it was great job, i very like it

[@VikramShankarMusic]

+Anggi Budiman Thanks so much!

[@marcelomarquesrangel]

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

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you!!

[@AfiqahHanapi]

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

[@VictorBorbaMusic]

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

[@porkpiezure]

Incredible, great work!!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you Simon!

[@yanasan190]

Beautiful...

[@christianheinke3042]

Totally amazing.

[@sunghyunkimguitar]

good job!

[@santerivento5731]

Been practising this for two months and I wish this had sheets, the part at 2:56-3:25 is just perfect and i can't figure out how to play it. Great work, one of the finest piano pieces I've ever heard! :)

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Hey, thanks so much! What's giving you trouble with that section? Maybe I can help?

[@santerivento5731]

The most helpful thing would of course be sheets, or a video of you playing that part, where you can actually see the hands. For me that part is bit too complicated to learn it by ear. Not sure if you're too busy to do either of those. Thanks for response though :)

[@mrdog4529]

Beautiful song, beautifully played. Awesome job Vikram!

[@JakubKrajnak]

one word. amazing.

[@Groltak]

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

[@VikramShankarMusic]

+Graniac Thanks so much!!

[@TobiGuitar94]

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

[@VikramShankarMusic]

thank you!

[@eterravan]

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

[@zero.zen030]

This is just so fucking amazing. Wow.

[@kevbe144]

really good!

[@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 :)

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thanks!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you so much!

[@v100s7]

Awesome!!!!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

+V100s Thank you!!

[@Mercuryscomet25]

Wow. Just wow! This is so amazing, you are clearly very talented. This is just beautiful. Well done and many thanks for creating this beautiful rendition of a great song.

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Phoenix251190 Thank you so much!!

[@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!

[@mokerium]

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

[@OU_Welcome]

Bravo, well done! Beautiful performance to one of my favourite DT songs!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Ofir K-rad Thanks so much!

[@chrisball1985]

Superb, bravo

[@Mustang5003GT]

Excellent job!

[@AfiqahHanapi]

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

[@VikramShankarMusic]

+Afiqah Hanapi Hey, thank you!!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you so much Steve!!

[@mo3225-c8r]

Beautiful!!

[@bluemazz]

nice arrangement and nicely played too, well done! would it be great to hear a better quality version, i would even pay for it ;)

[@SteveGuitar987]

Wow. Incredible cover/arrangement, you are really talented, excellent job!

[@Darkwolftt]

Excellent man!, so beautiful, Congratulations!

[@VikramShankarMusic]

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

[@kmkzefrvr]

This is just amazing.

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Umut Danışman Thank you so much!

[@Funkybeat78]

This is really amazing. Great job

[@VikramShankarMusic]

+Pierre Wilbal Thank you so much!

[@helenasilva4466]

This is precious. :)

[@VikramShankarMusic]

Thank you!!