To Zanarkand (Final Fantasy X Piano Collections)(Nobuo Uematsu)

[@TraxtasyMedia]

"Listen to my story. This may be our last chance." -Tidus

[@captainhawkins7928]

Vanished Official i remember ☺☺☺

[@khaosng1398]

Makes me think of the ending and cry 😭😭

[@hagurashiikesaki8177]

Nah! Just restart kkkkkkk

[@edmundowatts]

I heard those words in my mind.

[@adrianvasquez4833]

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[@NikolisKitchen]

The EMOTION in this rendition is perfect. There is doom and tragedy and sadness... but hope, and life, and love. Perfect.

[@gracefullynadine864]

Since this was my first Final Fantasy, this song is the first Final Fantasy song I ever heard. It has been an incredible journey and this will always remain one of my favorites.

[@cybercifrado]

You should check out Nobuo Uematsu's band - "The Black Mages". While not piano, it's his metal/rock versions of his songs, and his version of "The Skies Above" is not to be missed. Also, "Dancing Mad" (Final Fantasy 6; Kefka battle) is not to be missed, either...

[@GamingFreak2010]

Video games contain some of the best music. Very well played.

[@KaraComparetto]

Thank you! And yes I agree!! :)

[@edward8691]

I am crying…I have heard more than 100 people playing this but I have to admit that Kara performed the best !

[@KaraComparetto]

awwww

[@bandreghetti]

"The people and the friends that we have lost, or the dreams that have faded... Never forget them."

[@wowmats]

To me this is the best piano performance of "To Zanakrand" on KZbin. Thanks!

[@KaraComparetto]

Oh thank you so much for this! It's an honor that you think so. :)

[@user-li9vq8hw6p]

@@KaraComparetto Is it a Steinway? I like the sound.

[@desuniahardware647]

agreed 100%

[@ozymandias1758]

She definitely captured the emotion of this composition. I was moved❤

[@willitine]

Nailed it! Superb top notch performance on this track, Kara! The timing for the notes and pitch are spot on. Thank you for uploading this cover many years back!

[@raikiri74]

You deserve so much more acknowledgement for your talent 🎉 Thanks for this incredible memory

[@CrabMeatElite]

Oof, hits you right in the feels. You have this natural knack to squeeze out every drop of emotion in your playing. I am so glad I decided to click on one of your videos all those weeks ago, since it opened my ears to beautiful music and my heart to a new community of wonderful people!

[@lionheart4422]

I just was looking back to what led me to find you and it was this video because i was listening to every version of this song when i was in the mood to just cry, then it led me to all your other music and being part of this amazing community like I am today. This video will always be very special to me 💯♥️

[@philosophicaltrucker9279]

This is literally the only song that makes me cry every, single, time. The piece conveys the sadeness of what Yuna must shortly do, yet the hope she brings and the determination of her will that carries not only herself, but her guardians as well. Nobuo captured the moment absolutely perfectly in song to the point where no dialogue is even needed and it shows by how little there is in the Zanarkand scene.

[@georgecook6837]

You captured the spirit of the original piece perfectly - beautiful!

[@MrMorbitron]

Now here's a game that I've poured DAYS of my life into. The sweet narrative between Tidus and Yuna that grows over time is a masterpiece of story telling. Your playing really sells the tragic sadness that goes along with this song. Well played ma'am, very moving.

[@KaraComparetto]

Aw thank you for this! I have had a few people comment that it brought tears, so it must truly be a sad story. I wish I knew it better myself. Maybe at some point I'll get a chance to play the game! Thank you again, you're so kind!!

[@bkreativepainting7461]

Only days? This game posessed my life at one point... replayed it and finished dozens of times and it still captivates me everytime I replay it.. everytime I hear this, I get chillz

[@pineappletree50]

Days? I poured about 4000 hours into this game

[@benst.hilaire8695]

@@KaraComparetto How did you manage to play this theme so perfectly in tune with the spirit of the game without having played it?! That is seriously impressive!

[@martinaurik2189]

Such a beauthiful peace of music.Even if you’re not a gamer,But love piano music.This is definitly worth to listen to.Well done 😉

[@kaelside]

How do I like this again? Expertly played. Most people play this in a an ethereal way, but the song is meant to be a crescendo of hopelessness. The perfect song to encapsulate someone struggling with finding a way to save the person they love.

[@luisone1559]

Every time i hear this beautiful masterpiece... brings tears to my eyes. Thank You so much

[@davidharford3873]

Indeed, this piece is a masterpiece!

[@KaraComparetto]

That means a lot to me to hear you say that Luis. When I can give someone nostalgic tears, I feel like I've accomplished something ^^

[@KaraComparetto]

You're so right David! I find myself sometimes singing the melody while just going about my day.

[@rangerscoach]

Yeah 40 year old Italian restaurant owner. And this killed me too

[@BigFrakkinOgre]

Very rarely am I moved to tears by music. This performance did the trick. Thank you

[@gborgesbardi]

This one hit's me hard, back then i convinced my brother to play. We were living in different cities, he used to pass by so i could help him with the sphere grid. Next month will be 11 years since he passed away and this song bring a lot of fond memories.

[@tidusjecht8978]

gborgesbardi my condolences :( he’s in a better place.

[@TheSavvyYesMan]

You have done Spira proud with this rendition. Keep up the fine work.

[@jeffhayz7802]

Absolutely the best interpretation I’ve ever heard, perfect tempo and loudness to catch the emotion. I just started learning piano 6 months ago. this really showed how dramatic the difference is with expert vs beginner. I’ve spent 200+ hours just practicing this piece and I can play it pretty good but nowhere near as smooth as you.

[@sephiroxx8303]

That Timing and feeling is just amazing. No one can Do it better

[@radityakesuma9175]

Oh my god... Make me remember at the first time listen this music, 17 years a go

[@capitalcitygiant]

I love the way you go into the main bit at 1:07 without a pause. So many renditions put a little break there as if to try and show emotion but all they end up doing is losing the momentum from the arpeggio. It's so satisfying to hear you drop straight into it without stopping.

[@Spleen29600]

You've just made my soul cry..

[@regentcid4348]

"This arrangement is very pretty, although my personal opinion is that there could be more to it." Sometimes less is more. The pauses and quietness really help to convey the emotions of the scene. You did it justice.

[@nathanbloom1844]

So many times Nobuo Uematsu plays with the quiet amongst the flurry. This is what makes his songs stand the test of time. Yes, you could blast through with powerful cords time and again, but when you pause to feel the emotion you really feel what is going on and feel the power of a well-built song.

[@whitefangv]

This is the best cover of the song out there

[@KaraComparetto]

Thank you, that's a huge compliment!! :)

[@mynamejeff785]

Makes me tear up to this day, seems like a whole nother life ago

[@Spardeous]

This is better than the the recording of the original, and I really mean that. I don't know exactly what about it makes it so good - the way you came at this one just seems to make more tonal sense.

[@Berserk0653]

One of my favorite songs. Thanks!

[@NChannel0o0]

FF10の「ザナルカンドにて」はゲーム音楽とは思えにない美しいさですよね。 素敵な演奏をありがとうございます。

[@Cafewatercolor]

ahh the nostalgia. What a trip down to the memory lane. Thank you for the trip Kara ;)

[@saguiar2804]

Lovely. I love the melancholic undertones of the song and FFX as a whole. Awesome rendition!

[@KaraComparetto]

Thank you!! I'm happy you watched this one, I haven't received any comments on it in a while, so it was nice to come back to it. Thank you again!

[@salvatores4478]

Thank you from the bottom of my heart for sharing your passion with us, you made me cry! 🙇‍♂️

[@KaraComparetto]

awwww!!

[@ian15777]

this is an amazing tune and played perfectly by an outstanding piano player

[@t.n.patronis4098]

Kara does such a great job with everything she plays.🙂

[@jimmy8525]

graceful and beautiful, thank you

[@KaraComparetto]

No, Thank YOU :)

[@Hunter-pv7di]

To Zanarkland is my favorite music piece of all time! I love this so much! Your such a great pianist !

[@TuxedoMagnum]

Awesome version of this track! It's one of my favorites from Final Fantasy X, and any Final Fantasy. Listened to this just now during the middle of a lightning storm. The flashes and thunder really added to the emotional depth of the piece.

[@植松純]

When I listen to this song, A lot of memories came to my mind.Thank you for the beautiful music.Than you from Japan.

[@axia533]

ザナルカンドにてを弾いた人の中で最も好きかもしれない！ Thank you!! This is the best.🥰

[@Al13n1nV8D3R]

Wow! Beautiful music played by a beautiful lady. I don't mind the background noise at all, ambient noise makes the sound more realistic. The best part of music is the texture of the sound, from the keys hitting the strings to the pedals hitting the floor, all adds to those subtle details that I like so much in live music. Keep up the good work!

[@KaraComparetto]

Thank you! Who knew I'd be complimented on the background noise? lol. I love that feeling though, of being there live, with a palpable sound. That's why it's nice having my piano in a small room. It makes the tone quality more intimate and real. Thank you again so much!

[@TheTerraceSquad]

Yup...after scouring youtube this is definitely the best version out there. Beautiful arrangement and emotionally played.

[@adt83live]

One of my favorites, awesome job 👍🏼

[@davidwatson4960]

Unbelievable what a talent. Love your stuff

[@nickcovert7482]

I really enjoy watching you play. Your an amazing musician.

[@markkatain7891]

This is such a beautiful piece and you play it so well. I recently found this channel and I am in awe of your talent. This song though... it just hits differently! I had never played this game until about a year ago and it just resonated with me, like a comforting song I knew from the past. It hits even harder once you as the player in the game come full circle back to Zanarkand. You do it such justice. Thank you for what you give us all with your amazing gifts!

[@KaraComparetto]

Thank you so much Mark 🥰

[@markkatain7891]

@@KaraComparetto I've always been a self-taught metal drummer and I'm teaching myself guitar, bass, and (eventually) piano. It's true artists like you that inspire others to pick up an instrument and go for it. What you are doing for the music and video game community cannot be put into words. All I can say is thank you!

[@bobbyquinn2156]

The incomparable Comparetto does it again!

[@josehugorodriguez6173]

The moment you played the first notes I felt chills !!! What a great impression. It is so similar that when the time was right I thought: "Listen to my story, this...may be our last chance" ....😊😊. Congratulations.

[@Ray199149]

Kara's piano sounds so well!!!

[@Andrekcho]

Wow. Get the chills hearing and watching this. Amazing work!

[@Ze-Marcelo]

No words, you play amazing! thank you!

[@wellreadguy8433]

A moving rendition of one of the most moving songs from Final Fantasy. Top marks for making me relive what I felt when I first played FFX! 👏👏👏👏

[@_________________298]

Most accurate cover I have heard so far. Really well done.

[@darrellid]

Excellent rendition. Thank you for sharing. The quiet and simplicity of much of the piece is what makes the stronger portions so powerful, imo. And simple isn't necessarily worse. Beethoven's "Tempest" and other compositions of its ilk are infinitely more difficult to play, but they can be an amorphous orgy of notes without soul or melody--a technical exhibition, nothing more.

[@TheMainMayn]

Arrgh, the feels 😞 The feeling you put into this cover 👌 This game reminds me of my childhood days. Your cover is bringing back the journey of this game. How dare you make a grown ass (mid 20s) man well up like this 😢

[@ismejks]

wow this is the most accurate and resemble to original piano performance i ever heard. the tempo speed, strength all sooo accurate.

[@KaraComparetto]

Soooo glad you think so!!

[@Nathan-us7pw]

This is one of my favorite songs even though I've never played ffx

[@KaraComparetto]

I've never played it either, but somehow I remember it from my childhood. It's a really emotional theme!

[@DettolObsessed]

You have to play it

[@turmat01]

FFX was awesome! Great story, great characters (although voice acting in the english version is quite terrible), and the music is great (or course, Nobuo Uematsu wrote it!)

[@k3nfr0st39]

Agreed there are parts that are just catchy it tugs at your heart strings

[@gborgesbardi]

You should play it. It's one of the best FF of my list.

[@zacharysancartier3454]

All of the other attempts at this that I've seen before dont even come close to this. This is one of my favorite pieces and you really do it justice. Thank you so much.

[@drewpwilson7485]

Chills... just chills

[@zesalesjt7797]

Very well done. You did an amazing job to play true to the original and yet personalized in a way that makes it your own. I liked the choices you made and the commitment to total with such expression in the details.

[@LMMotoss]

This song is one of the true works of art from the series and your performance is great! Thank you!

[@HA-no3jh]

PERFECT pacing! me as a non piano player can hear quite the amount of training you put in here

[@MonsterFlicks]

Beautiful. Thank you for recording this, you captured the emotion perfectly.

[@odra_ude]

Excellent performance, Kara. This reminds me of the good old days of the Playstation 1 and 2 era, and also of my childhood :)

[@KaraComparetto]

Yay! more good memories :) Always happy about that, thank you so much!!

[@supremeseams]

oh wow. really felt the emotion behind this thank you for the fantastic cover

[@99redggs42]

I believe in your Zanarkand - Yuna Great performance btw! By far the best ive watched so far!

[@Onionman77]

Gosh, I've head this song so many times, but this was really magical, thank you.

[@billbingham9412]

Great job Kara, amazing.

[@pineappletree50]

This brings back memories. It’s an awesome piece of music that you’ve captured beautifully 👌

[@2.Panzerdivision]

Beautiful. Amazing performance.

[@soracthulhu546]

Tears on my eyes ... So beautiful..... thx

[@thechosenfew23]

I've heard this piano theme played many times. but never this close to the original piano theme. amazing work

[@KaraComparetto]

Oh thank you! I would prefer this arrangement had a little more spice, but I did want to cover the original piano collections version, so here it is! :D

[@thechosenfew23]

Kara Comparetto your hands also show alot of passion and rhythm. great work

[@everynotear]

Beautiful performance!

[@RuiMSilva]

This arrangement is one of the best songs ever to exist for a Final Fantasy, and it fits the environment of the game perfectly, especially the atmosphere of the events in which this plays! Thank you for this one so very much Kara! This is perfect!! This is one of the few songs on a Final Fantasy that (nearly) brought a tear out off my eye! You should totally one day play the Dancing Mad masterpiece from Final Fantasy VI! (Though repetitive in some parts I think it would be a challenge since it is composed of four totally different movements) I wish I could have you teach me piano one day..! How lucky those who learn from you!

[@KaraComparetto]

I love reading the enthusiasm from all of you! Means a lot to me and encourages me to keep playing. I have played Dancing Mad casually but would love to play it as a piano/organ arrangement which I'm considering working on this summer :)

[@ItsAnGoose]

I don't understand why I haven't stumbled across you sooner, I've been searching through tons of video game music piano transcriptions but only found you today yet you are probably the best of the bunch! Phenomenal skill, interpretation, sensitivity, filming, editing, recording- the whole thing is perfect!

[@KaraComparetto]

thank you so much for this comment you sent so long ago! I'm sorry for not replying but I just saw it pop up and I hadn't responded. I hope you're still sticking around, and thank you again!

[@ItsAnGoose]

Kara Comparetto Haha no bother Kara I'm sure you're very busy. I'm definitely sticking around, keep up the great work! :)

[@stuartwilliams7371]

Another great performance. Thank you.

[@jasonluxmusic]

So good, as always!!

[@KaraComparetto]

Thank you so much Jason!! :) Hey I sent you a message on Instagram if you haven't seen it yet!

[@EnriqueTDL]

Wonderful work! This is the song I'm trying to learn to play as I figure out the piano, it's such an incredible piece, and you do it more than justice.

[@jeffhayz7802]

took me several months starting from scratch practicing ~12 hours a week but I can play it! nowhere near as good Kara kzbin.info/www/bejne/gJvUo5ynjKeZmLM

[@joang.p.164]

Una gran canción con una gran pianista. Vas a llegar muy lejos. Muchas Felicidades y no te detengas; solo el que se detiene en el camino es el que nunca más se levanta para volver a sonreir.

[@midvinter]

Absolutely amazing. Thank you for this.

[@notseelen]

beautiful....I know this video is super old now, but it's one of the best performances of this piece I've ever heard!

[@KaraComparetto]

Oh wow thank you 😱😱😱

[@GuilloRamiro]

Its so awesome that you play so many Final Fantasy themes Kara! Keep up the great work!

[@eadunkley]

One of my favorite piano pieces - thanks!

[@rinis4141]

beautiful play, thank you for sharing

[@raindah88]

woa so beautiful masterpiece, thank you for share this wonderful song!

[@ShadowZero1980]

Such a beautiful song! Kudos!

[@cloudypac]

The best version I ever heard👌🏻👌🏻

[@hagurashiikesaki8177]

I like your way to feel any note and how you atent the partiture!

[@ShinkeiDEI]

What a treat! Thank you, this is one of my favorite songs ever. :)

[@KaraComparetto]

Thank you! Everyone is saying it's their favorite song, wow! I think the melody is just gorgeous, so i can see why you would love it :)

[@ShinkeiDEI]

Yes, and also it is so thoughtful and peaceful

[@doctunes3335]

Amazingly done! How can sounds give me that bitter warm chill that the story itself makes me feel?

[@MoggeZoraa]

Soooooo amazing! Another big favorite song in the FF world and you play it so beautifully! 😊😀💖

[@KaraComparetto]

Thank you so much Mogge ;) I wish I would never run out of favorites :)

[@Wagon_Queen_Family_Truckster]

That was gorgeous.

[@brynbryn85]

Been on youtube since the beginning, always a lurker never made a comment but i just had to. Amazing stuff, i love Nobuo and this this fantastic, i couldn't resist the urge to say something, simply amazing

[@KaraComparetto]

Thank you! Please don't hesitate in the future, I try to read all the comments and they mean so much to me!

[@jacobduro3646]

Me encanta!! he visto varios de tus videos y le das un toque muy emotivo a todas las canciones! eres una artista sigue así!

[@germanrodriguez833]

Beautiful melody, excellent performance...

[@KaraComparetto]

Thank you so much!!

[@cedriclhassani5719]

One of the best performance thank you

[@ak420haze]

So gorgeous, and your talent makes you even more so.

[@dvassd]

Ótima execução. Essa é a minha preferida do FF. Seu canal merece mais inscritos.

[@hauerc5194]

Bring back my memories. it's great

[@sonelover9881]

Thank you for playing the theme of my favorite childhood video game! You're beautiful and so talented Subscribed!!!

[@KaraComparetto]

Yayayy thank you for subscribing and watching!!