I went to Kyoto, Japan in March. At 6 o'clock in the morning, the light of the sky gradually shone, and the elegant fragrance floated in the cold air. This music reminded me of the feeling at that time.
I played this very arrangement of Sakura many years ago. At some point in time I thought that I was doing quite well, but comparing to this, I might as well have been playing a broomstick. Such poise, grace and serenity. Stunning.
The most amazing guitarrist,extremely sensitive,technically perfect,magicaly sweet,your art speak to spirit and heart in a wonderful harmony.Thank you very much.
Music is truly THE international language, and no one does a better job in communicating the feeling of human emotion better than this young guitarist So beautifully done!
I am very happy to listening to this performance. In Japan, this song is played on the koto. I'm impressed that this song is in great harmony with the sound of the guitar. I would like to express respect and appreciation to Ms. Alexandra for playing the song of my country beautifully.
Now Alexandra is featuring a Japanese? songwriter! I love the BREADTH of her song choices/composers and the fact that I love ALL of her videos on RUclips.
She's great! The skills needed to play at that level, I'm amazed at her. The Sakura variations, that is expert, super master level. $100 says she kills it! (Kills means plays it great.)
Paul Flynn She has a CD out at the moment Paul, it’s called ‘Verano’ and is available on alexandrawhittingham.com. I also agree she is one of the finest young guitarist around.
At the risk of repeating myself, I see in each work of Princess Alexandra, the synthesis of beauty, talent, art and good taste ... I know several parts of this melody through my Japanese friends. But I must say that this work was excellent. Congratulations Princess!
I can't even imagine the joy and satisfaction of being in a room with a small audience watching you play and finding myself getting lost in a trance. Your guitar skills are simply masterful and elegant.
As I sat hypnotized, focused, my coffee got cold, 🤷♂️, off to the microwave before I start the replay! Truly was a beautifully executed piece, thank you.
Alexandra, this is such a beautiful performance. I've played Sakura on the piano and sung it, but hearing Sakura played by you on the guitar is such a magical experience.
I just don’t get how anyone can listen to this and think “I’m gunna give this a thumbs down”. I could listen to this for hours ... I *have* listened to this for hours
I am at a loss for words...but thank you. I lost a close friend to cancer today and this helps me to realize he can can now start anew, free of pain, and watching down on all of us who will miss him dearly.
You have chosen a right time to post this song. It is April now and cherry blossoms are coming out. What you played just convey me a beautiful picture before I can see the real SUKURA.
I have been playing guitar for over 50 years and I just adore your phrasing, harmonics and overall technique. My playing is primarily finger style as I am self taught by watching African American blues stylists, I could never use a guitar pick (LOL). I have used classical guitar and even purchased a lute which is a nightmare to tune :(. I am sitting here listening to hours of your music and I must express my admiration and my hope for the future for young musicians. I am a John Dowland fanatic and I'd love to hear your renditions of this master lutenist and composer.
A cherry tree has also begun to scatter Japan, but it's a serious situation this year. Thank you very much for your performance by which a heart calms down.
Excellent, magnificent interpretation of that Japanese creation. It is a slap to the orientals who do not want to show their beatifull music. We are alredy tired of oriental instrumentalists who dedicate themselses exclusively to playing music by European composers. Congratulations Alexandra for this new path that you open for us in artistic pursuits. Thank you.
Amazing! Never heard the fusion between Japanese tunes and western instruments before. A very aquarian venture. A soul lifting experience in these trying times. Thanks Alexandra!
First heard this played by John Williams ,l thought it a magic spell. I like your variation very much 40yrs of cherry blossoms flew by and I am still enchanted by this piece.
Excellent!! I was moved by your perfect performance. You played contrapuntal theme and japanese typical harmony very beautifully. Thank you for playing our traditional folk song!
Gosh! I always knew that you were one of the most talented guitarists, however honestly I didn't expect that you could nail it this far! I mean, I'm a Japanese guitarist who plays both classical & jazz, so I know the Japanese rhythm is very different from Western rhythm. You handled it almost perfectly, especially the first 2 minutes! Amazing.
I love this guitar arrangement of the classic Japanese folk song Sakura, Sakura. It reminds me of another video of this by Vietnamese guitarist Kim Chung that she played many years ago on a TV show in Vietnam. Thank you, Alexandra, for blessing us with this lovely performance!
that part at 1 minute i was like what is that? then realized i knew it from babymetal megitsune lol. great playing! just took interest in classical guitar this week...world i never even knew existed
A wonderful demonstration of how the classical guitar could lend its soul to a song at the very core of a tradition originated far from the instrument...Bravo !
You have most excellent taste in the pieces that you choose to perform. So relaxing and boy, do we need some relaxing. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
Sakura (桜 or さくら) is the Japanese word for cherry blossom trees and their blossoms - a special flower which symbolizes the spring, the beauty of nature, the renewal, and the ephemeral nature of life. japanhorizon.com/what-sakura-really-means/
Alexandra! You never cease to amaze me! I love this video and will be listening to it repeatedly this week! Thank you!!! More comments to follow later in the week.
I am profoundly impressed by your performance making me feel real Japanese ancient culture as if your root has been Japanese. Thank you very much for uploading the video. (Takeshi Ishihara, Japanese)
Hi Alexandra, I want to hear you playing this composition again and again. Spring is in your expensive interpretation...🌼🍀🌸💐🌳with sun ..wind ,rain ..and the blossoms from cherry trees. Thank you for sharing, Alexandra 😊
ありがとうございます！
I grew up listening to Sakura, mostly as Koto music. I thought I was tired of this music, but I was wrong! I really like your performance, Alexandra.
I went to Kyoto, Japan in March. At 6 o'clock in the morning, the light of the sky gradually shone, and the elegant fragrance floated in the cold air. This music reminded me of the feeling at that time.
謝謝！
桜 Thank you for playing Japanese songs
I love Japan. Love from india
I played this very arrangement of Sakura many years ago. At some point in time I thought that I was doing quite well, but comparing to this, I might as well have been playing a broomstick. Such poise, grace and serenity. Stunning.
The most amazing guitarrist,extremely sensitive,technically perfect,magicaly sweet,your art speak to spirit and heart in a wonderful harmony.Thank you very much.
Music is truly THE international language, and no one does a better job in communicating the feeling of human emotion better than this young guitarist
So beautifully done!
I am very happy to listening to this performance.
In Japan, this song is played on the koto. I'm impressed that this song is in great harmony with the sound of the guitar.
I would like to express respect and appreciation to Ms. Alexandra for playing the song of my country beautifully.
Between koto arrangement and guitar, which one is better my friend?
..
Its just my curiosity
Now Alexandra is featuring a Japanese? songwriter! I love the BREADTH of her song choices/composers and the fact that I love ALL of her videos on RUclips.
One of the most talented young guitarists around, in my opinion. I really hope Alexandra will put out an album so I can listen around my house!
She's great! The skills needed to play at that level, I'm amazed at her. The Sakura variations, that is expert, super master level. $100 says she kills it! (Kills means plays it great.)
Paul Flynn She has a CD out at the moment Paul, it’s called ‘Verano’ and is available on alexandrawhittingham.com. I also agree she is one of the finest young guitarist around.
@@nelsonx5326 it's barely an intermediate piece... You need to listen more to music
@@soullessSiIence says who?
Yes an album and book also ❤🙏
Alexandra is one of the best young talented Guitarist I have heard lately. Hope everyone agrees.
Wholeheartedly
Her tone is amazing and she's so expressive. Plus she really understands what she's playing. She breathes life into all her pieces.
At the risk of repeating myself, I see in each work of Princess Alexandra, the synthesis of beauty, talent, art and good taste ... I know several parts of this melody through my Japanese friends. But I must say that this work was excellent. Congratulations Princess!
I can't even imagine the joy and satisfaction of being in a room with a small audience watching you play and finding myself getting lost in a trance. Your guitar skills are simply masterful and elegant.
As I sat hypnotized, focused, my coffee got cold, 🤷♂️, off to the microwave before I start the replay! Truly was a beautifully executed piece, thank you.
Your sounds is like Japanese traditional instrument Koto. So your sounds express Japanese music!!
I like your play! Brava!
Beautiful! Congratulations Alexandra! 👏👏👏
I realize I'm kinda off topic but do anybody know a good website to watch new series online?
@Archer Samson Ehh I use flixportal. you can find it by googling:P -fabian
@Fabian Ryland Thanks, I went there and it seems like they got a lot of movies there =) I really appreciate it !!
@Archer Samson no problem =)
Thank you for playing Japanese songs!
Your fingers are like a petal of cherry blossoms flying in the wind.
This is absolutely beautiful - have listened to it every day for the last week - nothing more to say except WOW!
Alexandra, this is such a beautiful performance. I've played Sakura on the piano and sung it, but hearing Sakura played by you on the guitar is such a magical experience.
Your rendition of Sakura is beautiful!
Haiku: by me... for you.. penned today:
Floating, whispering,
A cherry blossom falling,
brief, beautiful flight
❤🙏
5-7-5!
👏👏👏
I just don’t get how anyone can listen to this and think “I’m gunna give this a thumbs down”. I could listen to this for hours ... I *have* listened to this for hours
So much hard work, dedication and hours of practice go into this stunning creation. Art at its finest interpretation. Beautiful and thank you.
Alexandra tells us, why japanese culture can be so fascination. Thank you so much.
I am at a loss for words...but thank you. I lost a close friend to cancer today and this helps me to realize he can can now start anew, free of pain, and watching down on all of us who will miss him dearly.
What a great variations. Beautiful eastern composition!
Just love the way You made your guitar alive. Thanks, this is what we all need.
So beautifull
You have chosen a right time to post this song. It is April now and cherry blossoms are coming out. What you played just convey me a beautiful picture before I can see the real SUKURA.
Thank you from Japan !
I have been playing guitar for over 50 years and I just adore your phrasing, harmonics and overall technique. My playing is primarily finger style as I am self taught by watching African American blues stylists, I could never use a guitar pick (LOL). I have used classical guitar and even purchased a lute which is a nightmare to tune :(. I am sitting here listening to hours of your music and I must express my admiration and my hope for the future for young musicians. I am a John Dowland fanatic and I'd love to hear your renditions of this master lutenist and composer.
日本人は、桜の木に 敬意と強さと儚い哀れを感じています。特別な木だと思います。生と死。木のうねりながら、大木になるその力と花びらの清らかさは、いつまでも時を越えて繋がってゆきます。
A cherry tree has also begun to scatter Japan, but it's a serious situation this year. Thank you very much for your performance by which a heart calms down.
That was amazing.
Excellent, magnificent interpretation of that Japanese creation. It is a slap to the orientals who do not want to show their beatifull music. We are alredy tired of oriental instrumentalists who dedicate themselses exclusively to playing music by European composers. Congratulations Alexandra for this new path that you open for us in artistic pursuits. Thank you.
Nothing new. Search YT Johannes Moller. He performs international music on CG. One of my favs.
C'est grandiose Alexandra !!! Majestueusement magnifique !!!!!! Merci :))
Un immense bravo :))
Amazing! Never heard the fusion between Japanese tunes and western instruments before. A very aquarian venture. A soul lifting experience in these trying times. Thanks Alexandra!
Thank you very much for this new video!!! The song was great!!! Im waiting already for next week's song!! Have a great week!
First heard this played by John Williams ,l thought it a magic spell. I like your variation very much 40yrs of cherry blossoms flew by and I am still enchanted by this piece.
Excellent!! I was moved by your perfect performance. You played contrapuntal theme and japanese typical harmony very beautifully. Thank you for playing our traditional folk song!
Gosh!
I always knew that you were one of the most talented guitarists, however honestly I didn't expect that you could nail it this far!
I mean, I'm a Japanese guitarist who plays both classical & jazz, so I know the Japanese rhythm is very different from Western rhythm.
You handled it almost perfectly, especially the first 2 minutes!
Amazing.
I love this guitar arrangement of the classic Japanese folk song Sakura, Sakura. It reminds me of another video of this by Vietnamese guitarist Kim Chung that she played many years ago on a TV show in Vietnam. Thank you, Alexandra, for blessing us with this lovely performance!
美しい音色です。演奏してくれてありがとうございます。
This is amazing, like being transported to Japan while being sheltered in. Thank you for this.
Thank you for loving Japan's beautiful melody.
Thank you Alexandra your easy flowing, and gracious soul shines brightly through your creative and passionate music
Nice work !!
アレクサンドラさん、日本人の魂の曲『桜』をこの様な素敵なギター演奏で聴かせていただき誠に感謝の気持ちでいっぱいです🙇♂️
日本人を代表して、お礼を申し上げます。
どうもありがとうございます😊
曲の冒頭のメロディーは存じ上げておりましたが、中盤からエンディングにかけてのメロディーは初めて耳にしました！とても、新鮮な気持ちになりました！
日本人も知らない旋律をイギリス🇬🇧人の貴女がクラシックギターで奏でていらっしゃるのは、とても素晴らしいと感じました。
デビューアルバムを繰り返し繰り返し聴かせて頂いております。
現代ギターの表紙を飾られた事も本当におめでとうございます🎉🎊㊗️
これからも末永く貴女のギター演奏を心より楽しみにお待ちしております😆🎧
that part at 1 minute i was like what is that? then realized i knew it from babymetal megitsune lol. great playing! just took interest in classical guitar this week...world i never even knew existed
I love this song
日本の琴の響きを模した
日本の伝統音楽。
桜は日本の象徴。
この曲には詩が付いてる
がインストルメンタル
だけで演奏している
この、若き外国人が日本の象徴サクラをギター
だけで見事に歌い上げている。桜の風景が見える
様な、繊細な名演です。
A wonderful demonstration of how the classical guitar could lend its soul to a song at the very core of a tradition originated far from the instrument...Bravo !
Been waiting since yesterday, it was totally worth it, alexandra whittingham for me, the best guitarist !!
You have most excellent taste in the pieces that you choose to perform. So relaxing and boy, do we need some relaxing. Thank you from the bottom of my heart!
Great tone. Love this song
Thank you, Alexandra, beautiful the Japanese tranquility markers in the pieces ✌💕...
A another excellent piece.You know the material well.A very good performance in timing , tone and expression.Bravo.
Brava Alexandra! Bellissimo il brano è perfetta l’esecuzione. Sempre con grande sensibilità e abilità. Sei bravissima! 😘😘😘
So many Styles 🎶 Alexandra is so special
Here is a piece of guitar music for the desert island cd mix, performed by a master who embodies grace and humility. Thank you Alexandra.
Each variation, a little 'blossom' of it's own. Lovely! Many thanks.
Sakura (桜 or さくら) is the Japanese word for cherry blossom trees and their blossoms - a special flower which symbolizes the spring, the beauty of nature, the renewal, and the ephemeral nature of life. japanhorizon.com/what-sakura-really-means/
The harmonic piece is unlike anything I have ever heard. Splendidly superb performance, Alexandra. 🍻 Cheers!
How can and do you put this into words. I can't. So,so beautifully done. Thanks Alexandra.
you are seriously the best in the world. I love hearing you play.
bravo Alexa...bravo
I'm in Japan.
Your guiter music is so beautiful.
Thank you.
I remember having good time playing this piece, but listening to it is even better! Wonderfully played, bravo !
It is lovely, both the song and the player.
This is amazing!
My Goodness!!! Even the japanesse music sounds amazing in your guitar!!! I need to be part of an on live concert!!!
I always love the way you play. I think it's great you have such a bright future ahead in music and every other way too.
What a treat. Thank you. Just lovely
「衍」繹得極度棒！了不起！妳把吉他所能營造的境界拉高到以前沒人嘗試過的。
Great job ... GODBLESSED
Alexandra! You never cease to amaze me! I love this video and will be listening to it repeatedly this week! Thank you!!! More comments to follow later in the week.
Beautiful playing,Alexandra
Enchanting.
新型コロナウイルスで自宅待機しています。日本の名曲を奏でていて、聞き入ってしまいました。素晴らしいの一言に尽きます。日本の琴の名曲、宮城道雄「春の海」もあります。出来たら、この曲も演奏していただきたいものです。
I hope to one-day in this brief life hope to have this amazing tallent. You are an inspiration for the hard work that lies ahead.
Beautiful. Felt like I was in Japan. Thank you.
What a wonderful little tune! Well-suited for variations on a theme. She appears Japanese playing it!!!❤😊
It's a great playing !
What a beautiful it is !
Japanese feeling is coming out.
Thanks for uploaded.
Hello, Alexandra!!! I like your playing on the guitar so much!!!
Brava! I really enjoyed your performance. Thank you for sharing.
Amazing & fabulous , thanks a lot of amusing us ♫♪
I really loved your interpretation and the sound quality, amazing Alexandra!
Beautiful
Fascinating❤
Love it❤
Wow. Absolutely amazing. What a lovely piece.❤️
I am profoundly impressed by your performance making me feel real Japanese ancient culture as if your root has been Japanese.
Thank you very much for uploading the video.
(Takeshi Ishihara, Japanese)
That was fantastic. So beautiful and delicately played. Bravo! 🌹
As usual; AMAZING! And you just influenced me to learn this, thank you! Keep being you!
Beautiful...
I have no words to express what I feel when listening to this beautiful interpretation. Simply beautiful.
Hi Alexandra, I want to hear you playing this composition again and again. Spring is in your expensive interpretation...🌼🍀🌸💐🌳with sun ..wind ,rain ..and the blossoms from cherry trees. Thank you for sharing, Alexandra 😊
cây đàn đẹp quá, âm sắc tươi sáng, ngọt ngào,đep... người chơi rất hay.cam ơn nghệ sĩ , chúc nghệ sĩ luôn vui tươi, bình an trong cuộc sống
Wow. I love this piece.
This is how to travel to Japan through sound waves. Thank you.