Michael Bemmels
Michael Bemmels
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Augmented Suite in E Minor - (And "Compositional Reflections" Announcement!)
Free PDF of the Augmented Suite Score and the Compositional Reflections are available on my website:
www.michaelbemmels.com/compositions
Augmented Suite in E Minor
I - Prelude 0:00
II - Canon 2:28
III - Chorale 4:48
IV - Rondo 7:44
Composed and Performed by Michael Bemmels
Announcement 11:05
I wrote this piece in 2015, but never made a video recording, so I used the 10-year anniversary as an excuse to make one :) It is my first "legitimate" composition for classical guitar, and brings back a lot of memories of grad school...!
This year I also wrote a text of "Compositional Reflections" about all of the pieces I've written from 2015-2024. It discusses the inspiration and germinal ideas behind the c...
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Видео

Sonata in E Major, K 380/L 23 - Domenico Scarlatti
Просмотров 392Месяц назад
Sonata in E Major, K 380/L 23, composed by Domenico Scarlatti Performed by Michael Bemmels Arranged for guitar by Manuel Barrueco Sheet music for Barrueco's arrangement is available here: www.sheetmusicplus.com/en/product/sonata-e-major-20422218.html It's been a long time since I played any Scarlatti, but this beautiful piece really captivated my interest. It was quite difficult, but rewarding ...
Non-Guitar Nonsense
Просмотров 2575 месяцев назад
An informal compilation of sincere, somewhat silly videos and discussions about things I do in my life. Hope this isn't too boring or off-topic for my viewers. If you aren't interested in it, please just move on and enjoy your day! Thanks for all your support.
Choose Your Own Sonata (Original Composition)
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.6 месяцев назад
Free pdf of the score is available on my website: www.michaelbemmels.com/compositions Choose Your Own Sonata Composed and Performed by Michael Bemmels 1st Performance - 0:34 Part 1 - Option B Part 2 - Option A Part 3 - Option C 2nd Performance - 7:31 Part 1 - Option A Part 2 - Option B Part 3 - Option B Third Performance - 14:08 Part 1 - Option C Part 2 - Option C Part 3 - Option A In total, th...
Gavotte from Partita VIII - Giuseppe Antonio Brescianello
Просмотров 5459 месяцев назад
Partita VIII - 3rd Movement, Gavotte Composed by Giuseppe Antonio Brescianello (ca 1690-1758) Transcribed for guitar by Sophocles Papas Performed by Michael Bemmels This composition was originally written for a colascione, a member of the lute family. This piece is included in the RCM Level 4 Repertoire book: shop.rcmusic.com/products/guitar-repertoire-and-etudes-4
Légende, Op. 201 - Ernest Shand
Просмотров 4119 месяцев назад
Légende, Op. 201, composed by Ernest Shand (1868-1924) Performed by Michael Bemmels It's quite a lovely and relaxing Romantic guitar piece. Hope you enjoy it! :)
Mauro Giuliani, Op. 100, Études Instructives, Faciles et Agréables
Просмотров 3 тыс.10 месяцев назад
Études Instructives, Faciles et Agréables, Op. 100 - composed by Mauro Giuliani No. 1 - Cadenze Maestoso 0:00 No. 2 - Grazioso 0:41 No. 3 - Allegro 1:58 No. 4 - Allegretto 2:52 No. 5 - Andantino 4:16 No. 6 - Allegro 6:13 No. 7 - Allegretto 7:05 No. 8 - Grazioso 8:29 No. 9 - Allegro 9:31 No. 10 - Vivace 10:26 No. 11 - Allegro 11:35 No. 12 - Grazioso 13:21 No. 13 - Affettuoso 15:59 No. 14 - Alleg...
Memories Of Youth - Michael Bemmels
Просмотров 360Год назад
Free pdf of the score is available on my website: www.michaelbemmels.com/compositions/ Memories of Youth - Composed and performed by Michael Bemmels An imaginative piece that travels briefly through the earlier stages of life. Hope you enjoy it, and thank you for listening! :)
5 Resonant Preludes - Michael Bemmels
Просмотров 1,2 тыс.Год назад
Free pdf of the score (TAB or Standard) is available on my website: www.michaelbemmels.com/compositions/ 5 Resonant Preludes No. 1 - Moonbeam - 0:05 No. 2 - Slumber - 2:36 No. 3 - Leisure - 5:18 No. 4 - Premonition - 8:00 No. 5 - Persistence - 11:34 Composed and performed by Michael Bemmels Thank you for listening! Hope you enjoy playing them :)
Classical Guitar and Music Theory - Announcement and Discussion
Просмотров 491Год назад
Free PDF, theoretical analysis of Carcassi's Op. 60 on my website: www.michaelbemmels.com/analyses Recordings of Carcassi Op. 60, Nos. 1 - 12: ruclips.net/video/meCI1d-Lh-A/видео.html Recordings of Carcassi Op. 60, Nos. 13 - 25: ruclips.net/video/5trSRkezH1U/видео.html A discussion of the benefits of studying music theory and it's application to learning and performing music.
And the Light Came Through - Marianne Vedral
Просмотров 384Год назад
And the Light Came Through, Composed by Marianne Vedral Performed by Michael Bemmels Score available from Bergmann Edition: bergmann-edition.com/products/vedral-and-the-light-came-through?ref=dEcabr2iWyWY2 Original recording by the composer: ruclips.net/video/acC0veqUeH4/видео.html I really enjoyed the contrasts between the driving syncopated rhythms in the first section, and the resonant, calm...
Gentle Serenades - Michael Bemmels
Просмотров 583Год назад
Free pdf of the score (TAB included) is available on my website: www.michaelbemmels.com/compositions Gentle Serenades No. 1 - Floating Leaves 0:11 No. 2 - Early Snow 4:52 No. 3 - Mist Descending 7:54 No. 4 - Fireside Reverie 11:42 Composed and performed by Michael Bemmels Here are 4 pieces that are very relaxing and peaceful. Once I start playing, I want to keep repeating it forever...! Hope yo...
Agitato, Op. 38, No. 7 - Napoléon Coste
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.Год назад
25 Études de Genre pour la Guitare, Op. 38 No. 7 - Agitato Composed by Napoléon Coste Performed by Michael Bemmels Thank you for listening! :) Visit my website for free classical guitar scores, analyses and more! www.michaelbemmels.com
"Summer Prelude" and "Running Out" by Wolfgang Vedral
Просмотров 351Год назад
Summer Prelude - 0:00 Running Out - 2:43 Composed by Wolfgang Vedral Performed by Michael Bemmels Links to the composer's original recordings and free scores: Summer Prelude ruclips.net/video/QOfAYj0b6Qo/видео.html Running Out ruclips.net/video/mjZ22iKEIYE/видео.html Wolfgang has composed a lot of excellent pieces for guitar, and I was very happy to learn these! Hope you enjoy them too :)
Balada, Op. 59 - José Ferrer y Esteve
Просмотров 662Год назад
Balada, Op. 59 composed by José Ferrer y Esteve (1835-1916) Performed by Michael Bemmels A dramatic and exquisite Romantic composition for solo guitar! Thank you for listening :) Visit my website for free classical guitar scores, analyses and more! www.michaelbemmels.com
3 Inventive Songs - Michael Bemmels
Просмотров 377Год назад
3 Inventive Songs - Michael Bemmels
"Celeste," "Crescent" and "Sacred Hallways" by Jacob Seyer
Просмотров 276Год назад
"Celeste," "Crescent" and "Sacred Hallways" by Jacob Seyer
Alain Reiher - 20 Miniatures
Просмотров 1,9 тыс.Год назад
Alain Reiher - 20 Miniatures
Personal Reflections on Music and Inspiration
Просмотров 2802 года назад
Personal Reflections on Music and Inspiration
The Prince's Almain - Robert Johnson
Просмотров 4742 года назад
The Prince's Almain - Robert Johnson
Auld Lang Syne - Traditional Scottish Melody
Просмотров 7702 года назад
Auld Lang Syne - Traditional Scottish Melody
Happy Holidays!
Просмотров 1292 года назад
Happy Holidays!
Away in a Manger - Christmas Carol
Просмотров 2362 года назад
Away in a Manger - Christmas Carol
The Holly and the Ivy - 18th Century English Carol
Просмотров 7322 года назад
The Holly and the Ivy - 18th Century English Carol
Charme de la Nuit, Nocturne Op. 36 - José Ferrer y Esteve
Просмотров 1,3 тыс.2 года назад
Charme de la Nuit, Nocturne Op. 36 - José Ferrer y Esteve
What Do You Think? How Do You Feel? (Original Composition)
Просмотров 4372 года назад
What Do You Think? How Do You Feel? (Original Composition)
Mauro Giuliani - Op. 50, No 13 - Allegro
Просмотров 7 тыс.2 года назад
Mauro Giuliani - Op. 50, No 13 - Allegro
Etude No. 9 by Grant Hooper
Просмотров 2622 года назад
Etude No. 9 by Grant Hooper
Bolero by Julián Arcas
Просмотров 1,8 тыс.2 года назад
Bolero by Julián Arcas
Classical Guitar Outtakes and Discussion
Просмотров 3302 года назад
Classical Guitar Outtakes and Discussion

Комментарии

  • @AndreaBurzo
    @AndreaBurzo 9 часов назад

    Rallent

  • @AlanMcCarthyguitar
    @AlanMcCarthyguitar 5 дней назад

    What a magnificent set of pieces and boy did you play them fabulously! No 24 is pure gem though , beautiful contrast of slow and lyrical to fast /virtuoso sounding , I d love to play that one ! So many pieces so little time 😄

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels 3 дня назад

      Thanks Alan! I think out of the whole set, No. 12 and No. 24 are my favourites :)

    • @AlanMcCarthyguitar
      @AlanMcCarthyguitar 3 дня назад

      @ No.6 is quite catchy too 😀 , playing them all so well is some feat ,

  • @GGFSouza9
    @GGFSouza9 5 дней назад

    Very nice

  • @Iranildo-w3w
    @Iranildo-w3w 8 дней назад

    Congratulations...

  • @Iranildo-w3w
    @Iranildo-w3w 8 дней назад

    Bravo! Very good...

  • @AlanMcCarthyguitar
    @AlanMcCarthyguitar 14 дней назад

    Well done Micheal, very interesting and intriguing suite I must say and beautifully performed , what an amazing gift you have

  • @klampfetamine
    @klampfetamine 14 дней назад

    Very interesting harmonies! What a great work to figure all these things out, write them down and then play it! Congrats and thank you for sharing this wonderful music with us!🎸

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels 14 дней назад

      Thanks for the comments! It was fun to revisit a song from so many years ago.

  • @WolfgangVedral
    @WolfgangVedral 14 дней назад

    A really beautiful and interesting composition. I like all 4, but Canon is my favorite. Congratulations to your first composition!!. Great work!! 👏👏👏

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels 14 дней назад

      Thanks Wolfgang! Yes the Canon is a fun one for sure.

  • @bertalink
    @bertalink 14 дней назад

    '2015 you' did a great job. Four very different pieces that work together well. Love how the prelude stays the same but changes, the modern but "Bachian" vibe in the canon, the calmness of the choral and the Spanishness (for lack of a better word) of the Rondo. Wonderful rendition as always. Thanks for the score, I guess a bit too difficult for me, but this deserves some other renditions.

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels 14 дней назад

      Thanks so much Bert! It's true each movement has it's own unique style and vibe

  • @noelcarrero6209
    @noelcarrero6209 Месяц назад

    MAJESTIC! 👏👏👏👏

  • @montetx
    @montetx Месяц назад

    a very expressive piece of music, a simple yet elegant gem for beginning and intermediate guitarists

  • @paulparry1197
    @paulparry1197 Месяц назад

    Lovely to hear it played in such a relaxed manner. Most people play it so fast that you can't hear half of the notes.👍

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels Месяц назад

      Thank you! Yes, Scarlatti did designate it as "Andante comodo" after all!

  • @PampaEstudioGuitarra
    @PampaEstudioGuitarra Месяц назад

    Great job as always! Scarlatti is amazing, and Manuel Barrueco has made great arrangements.

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels Месяц назад

      Thank you! Yes the arrangement is amazingly well-suited for guitar!

  • @kmusica1221
    @kmusica1221 Месяц назад

    Thank you, Michael. So clean and beautifully played.💕

  • @bertalink
    @bertalink Месяц назад

    Also rewarding to listen to. Beautiful rendition of a beautiful piece. I didn't notice the buzzing, but probably you are your own worst critic.

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels Месяц назад

      Thank you Bert! True, I think mistakes usually appear overly magnified from the performer's perspective, especially during and immediately after playing a piece...!

  • @1fallenleaf
    @1fallenleaf Месяц назад

    So beautiful, and you are so relaxed.

  • @juanmiguelsuarez
    @juanmiguelsuarez Месяц назад

    Bravo Michael! This is my favorite Scarlatti sonata. Well done!

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels Месяц назад

      Thank you! It's probably my favourite Scarlatti sonata too (at least out of the ones I've heard so far...)

  • @jontydawson
    @jontydawson Месяц назад

    I enjoyed your performance, it came across as really musical - calm and controlled 👍

  • @StefanNiggl
    @StefanNiggl Месяц назад

    Very beautiful! Excellent playing Bravo Micheal!👏👏👏👏

  • @AlanMcCarthyguitar
    @AlanMcCarthyguitar Месяц назад

    Very nice Michael ! I never played any Scarlatti but I do enjoy listening, this is lovely piece

  • @mbutcher4711
    @mbutcher4711 Месяц назад

    Very inspiring Michael, great work, sending some positive karma your way 😇😇😇

  • @joseoscarmaraz290
    @joseoscarmaraz290 Месяц назад

    Me parece grandioso este estudio de Giulanie.

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels Месяц назад

      I agree! There are many great pieces in this opus.

  • @FISHERPACO
    @FISHERPACO 2 месяца назад

    Excelente maestro, Magistralmente Ejecutada, felicitaciones.

  • @hughAZZ
    @hughAZZ 2 месяца назад

    How do u cope living in a city taken over by Asian millionaires?

    • @hughAZZ
      @hughAZZ 2 месяца назад

      I guess your only option as a whitey is wait for the inheritance

  • @tarekyazbek3047
    @tarekyazbek3047 3 месяца назад

    Great Playing, keep it up, really enjoyed this recordings

  • @deepamichael7036
    @deepamichael7036 3 месяца назад

    I like the laid back feel you bring to this piece.

  • @ytl3013
    @ytl3013 3 месяца назад

    Beautiful!

  • @AlimentodosDeuses
    @AlimentodosDeuses 3 месяца назад

    this is very good

  • @stephanschon1359
    @stephanschon1359 3 месяца назад

    Hallo Habe das Lied (und dadurch Dein Video) erst kürzlich entdeckt. Dein perfekter Vortrag, und das man Dir dabei auf die Finger schauen kann, hilft beim Üben ungemein. Vielen Dank.

  • @西田哲
    @西田哲 3 месяца назад

    Thank you for your playing. I like this piece and I have searched playing this. I'll imitate you.

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels 3 месяца назад

      Thank you for your comments! Have fun playing it! :)

  • @feimberg
    @feimberg 3 месяца назад

    the second one sounds so much like something written by Fernando Sor

  • @duncanmacbean6949
    @duncanmacbean6949 4 месяца назад

    Splendid

  • @Chirayushreds
    @Chirayushreds 4 месяца назад

    Beautifully played, keep it up!

  • @DanielHernandez-ue1ol
    @DanielHernandez-ue1ol 4 месяца назад

    Why this isnt in the spotify ?

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels 4 месяца назад

      Thanks for the comment! I guess I prefer to make YT videos casually for fun, and am not extremely interested in the spotify platform right now.

  • @jessetryon5108
    @jessetryon5108 4 месяца назад

    Very, very well done. Impressive.

  • @hrburrell7587
    @hrburrell7587 5 месяцев назад

    Be thankful for that fast metabolism lol i couldn't gain weight until i hit my late 30s , early 40s now I'm trying to lose 15 pounds 😆

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels 5 месяцев назад

      Haha! Maybe my metabolism will slow down in a few years too ;)

  • @hrburrell7587
    @hrburrell7587 5 месяцев назад

    Perfect tempo 👍🏼, sounds wonderful

  • @Dannymuliana
    @Dannymuliana 5 месяцев назад

    Dear Michael, I really enjoy watching your outstanding guitar performance and amazing guitar composition ! I am your new Subscriber and LIKE#28. Greetings from Toronto, Canada Danny Muliana

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels 5 месяцев назад

      Hi Danny, thanks for the comments and the support! :)

    • @Dannymuliana
      @Dannymuliana 5 месяцев назад

      @@MichaelBemmels Dear Michael, You are very welcome. Have a great week ! Kind regards, Danny Muliana

  • @superbaggybaggy5885
    @superbaggybaggy5885 5 месяцев назад

    SonORta form, seriously though great work, wonderful composition!

  • @MichaelBemmels
    @MichaelBemmels 5 месяцев назад

    After viewing myself in this video, I think I finally understand my personality! ;) 1/4 Classical guitar nerd 1/4 Buddhist monk 1/4 Children's petting zoo 1/4 Mild-mannered silliness

  • @kmusica1221
    @kmusica1221 5 месяцев назад

    To me, you have always come across as a kindhearted adult human so no need to try and look older. Thank you for sharing yourself with us strangers.💕

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels 5 месяцев назад

      Thank you for the support! 🙂

  • @medinaguitar
    @medinaguitar 5 месяцев назад

    Thank you for sharing this! It's great to remember that there is more to life than the career. Let's hang when I'm in Vancouver!

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels 5 месяцев назад

      Thanks Luis! Yes, let me know when you're in town!

  • @MichaelIbsenGuitar
    @MichaelIbsenGuitar 5 месяцев назад

    Looking your age is also probably overrated ;)

  • @MichaelIbsenGuitar
    @MichaelIbsenGuitar 5 месяцев назад

    Loved this video Michael :) great to get a window into your life

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels 5 месяцев назад

      Hey Michael, thanks for dropping by! Hope you're doing well

  • @Josh.Vanjani
    @Josh.Vanjani 5 месяцев назад

    Great to see a "Behind the Scenes" vlog about your daily life. Vlogging is as much a popular segment these days as music. It was good to see that you meditate and have some other interests too. I recently did an update video where I was just chatting as well, sometime that can be a good way to reach out to subscribers. Folks who vlog don't realize that musicians like us have to learn and practice new pieces, so it takes us longer to get new content.

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels 5 месяцев назад

      Good points, Josh! I've lately been more inclined to do larger musical projects that take months to prepare. It feels rewarding for me, but it means there will be many months of silence on my channel.

  • @mariannevedral496
    @mariannevedral496 5 месяцев назад

    Dear Michel! That was one of the nicest videos I've seen on YT lately. Very authentic and interesting. Very sweet and well-behaved dog. It's true that pets often have a kindred spirit with their owners. I notice this often... Thank you for your openness, Marianne

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels 5 месяцев назад

      Thank you, Marianne! She and I are definitely kindred spirits. Very lucky to have her.

  • @WolfgangVedral
    @WolfgangVedral 5 месяцев назад

    Thank you very much Michael for this honest and courageous video. It was really interesting to experience the person behind a great guitarist and composer. 🙂🎸🎶

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels 5 месяцев назад

      Thanks for dropping by Wolfgang! Hope all is well for you 🙂

  • @stevensmith4752
    @stevensmith4752 5 месяцев назад

    A beard would easily add ten years to your appearance.

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels 5 месяцев назад

      True, I could potentially grow a bit of a moustache and goatee

  • @AlanMcCarthyguitar
    @AlanMcCarthyguitar 5 месяцев назад

    Hi Michael Wow this video was nice pleasant surprise to wake up to 😀 You certainly try to live a nice peaceful life and your dog must now feel like the luckiest dog in the word 😊, Consider yourself lucky to be on the thin side too !!! I put on weight frustratingly easy so have to be somewhat mindful!! As re your hair I have few friends with thinning hair who decided to shave off all their hair completely , it actually suits them , You can sing too ! We have that in common as well as passion for classical guitar , Thanks for sharing this little insight to your life

    • @MichaelBemmels
      @MichaelBemmels 5 месяцев назад

      Hi Alan! Thanks for sharing a bit about yourself too. We all have our own pros/cons to manage with our body type, or hair, or whatever. Probably I will start shaving my head a few years down the road. I feel surprisingly curious about re-attempting facial hair now too haha. My dog is certainly very well pampered now! 🦮

  • @anacrisps2
    @anacrisps2 5 месяцев назад

    Lindo 👏👏👏👏👏🎶🎵🎶👏👏👏