None of them are objectively better than the other. They have different qualities. The "D/E rank" isn't made to be "better" than the others and it doesn't try to be, it has a different purpose.
Anki I suppose you may think I don’t know. They all have their own special aspects but this ranking is purely based on our opinions. Even though none tried to be better I still think some are better to the ear than others, for me - of course.
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I feel like.... This song sounds like how it FELT to play Super Mario Bros as a kid, especially if you played it back in the late 80s. It felt like an epic adventure as a kid.
Wow, I actually have tears in my eyes... That was crazy good! For a long time I've wanted to see live musicians play with speedrunners or something like that, but this is on a whole other level.
This is the epitome of game music rendered live. Kudos to all the musicians involved and the arranger. What an emotional journey this is. Abosultely stunning!!! I've been inspired.
I know this is an older video now, but holy crap this is far and away the best cover of the Super Mario Bros. score I've ever heard - I am so impressed. What really makes this special is the amount of passion, energy and fun you guys put into this. I find that a lot of the time people are too conservative with the Super Mario Bros. music as it's seen as 'sacred' - even Nintendo are incredibly guilty of this. But the result usually ends up feeling flat and boring, like the same songs we've heard a million times. With all the flairs and alternate takes, the bombastic instrumentation and the choir, you guys made SMB's music feel special in a way that nobody else has in a VERY long time. I honestly believe that if Nintendo took a leaf from your book, they could make a whole soundtrack just using the leitmotifs from the first game.
This is absolutely jaw-droppingly incredible. If I could give one piece of constructive criticism, I feel like having someone pretending to play the game live takes away from how impressive it is that the percussion players on the sound effects are so perfectly synced to the video. I know this guy is from Broadway and all, but his overacting on the gameplay kinda takes me out of it. I’d say in the future just be honest with your audience and let us know that the gameplay isn’t actually being played live because this is impressive enough just on its own merit. However, if you think it makes it more of a spectacle having someone pretending to play it, by all means, don’t use my advice.
IMO I think the novelty of pretending it's played live is actually pretty entertaining, however the overacting by the dude "playing" it does get a little bit grating.
I don’t wanna be too harsh on the guy. Clearly he’s just trying to have fun. I think I’m just biased because when something is so polished and technically impressive in every way, I just want them to convey that in the best way possible.
Yeah. It would be much cooler and less "clickbaity" if they actually played for real. Even if the band doesn't do the SFX, just doing the music, it would be much more impressive.
Nothing puts a smile on this mans heart more than videos like this! Super talented group of people making some beautiful music that so many grew up loving!
i can't believe i haven't seen this yet - this is so fucking cool on so many levels! the concept, arrangement, musicianship, videography, recording and mixing, video edit and logistical planning have come together so perfectly. The sheer amount of technical skill required to make this video honestly would go over most people's heads, we're talking MINIMUM 100,000 hours of practice aggregated between everyone's different skillsets over the course of their lifetimes. Also, more importantly than that it goes crazy hard too!!!!!
Love the interpretations of the songs! Probably one of the cleanest performances of video game music I've seen, really impressive. Incorporating the Rite of Spring into the Castle theme was genius!!
If I said anything meme about this, I would be smitten by Miamoto. This is beautifully perfect, down to every note. You guys deserve to win America’s Got Talent since you’d be some of the only contestants with some! _Also, is this the right castle?_
+keira beatrice They were decent at best. Glad they honored Freddy with one of his hits though. Would’ve been better if it was Invisible Man or Killer Queen, but D.S.M.N. is still really good.
Oh man, Charlie....you have ignited something deep inside of me. This choked me up and brought tears to my eyes. I am soooo inspired by your work. Thank you SO much for this
Amazing! Marvelous! Wonderful! I'm at a loss of words for this performance. Probably the best SMB arrangement I've ever seen! The choir was a unexpected surprise, and it was beautiful!
Video game music is created to be heard as a backdrop to gameplay, including interruptions, so this is a fitting way to play it. I liked how the arrangement changed when in-game the same track would just play again, which is a nice way to stay real without being boring.
This is absolutely legendary. There are no words in the English language to express how awesome this is. I have watched this more than 7 times and it never ceases to amaze me.
This could not be more amazing. These arrangements gave me nostalgia chills from so many sources beyond the video game score itself. Big Band, Dance Hall, Afro Cuban, MGM, Broadway, Disney, Warner Bros. it's all there and then some. What an amazing mind you have for these arrangements. And these musicians *chefs kiss*
I had the privilege to see the Jazz at the Lincoln Center Orchestra perform with Chick Corea, and honestly, I think I'd rather watch this group play this kind of music.
I just watched Adam Neely's Video on this, and honestly it just impressed me even more. The amount of work and dedication you put into this piece of music is outstanding. I compose my own Choral, Piano, Orchestra, and Band pieces, but this is just so much better than what I can compose. Truly amazing, keep up the amazing music.
So, I’m not sure I quite get what happened. The composer played the game and composed sheet music so the percussionists could “play” the game effects along with the video. Is the game player just an actor then?
I’ve never cried as much in my whole life watching a video on RUclips. I know it’s strange; but I have a deep connection video games and most of all with big band music because of my late Pop. Everything about your mission as a band brings me nothing but the highest level of joy and satisfaction. Thank you so much. When I get out of debt, I can’t wait to support you.
I came here for George Salazar and u was not disappointed, I'm a huge Nintendo lover and I grew up around Mario so in overall this was an amazing video
This one actually moved me to tears. It's like that moment from Pixar's Ratatouille animation movie - instant nostalgia with heightened emotional fluctuations.
Nostalgia from all those Christmas vacations I played this with my friends all day, when level 8-4 means dinner time even if it is already past 11pm. Big bands always remind me of that Christmas breeze when I watch them perform for long queues of Christmas shoppers in our country. The child in me cries right now!
One of the best videos on the internet!
Yoo I feel like you coulda been in this if you arent
I see you everywhere!
Thanks for pointing this my way.
insaneintherainmusic haha lol x2
not only do i see insaneintherainmusic on this video, i have the honour of being the 420th like.... what luck
HE'S CONDUCTING WITH A WIND WAKER
The 8-Bit Big Band well played XD and great orchestration
THE Wind Waker
It was one of the pieces of merch for the Zelda concert
THAT WAS THE FIRST THING I NOTICED!
Well of course! What else would you conduct with? A normal, regular, everyday, plain old conductor's baton? Pfft! XD
1. This was amazing.
2. The death scene was a hilarious and well-timed bit of comic relief.
3. I learned so much from this.
4. See number 1 again.
What did you learn ?
@@anonymous-de3mn He learn the definition of "perfection"
"hey man, wanna play some games?"
"Sure bro, just let me get the fellas ready."
"The fellas?"
You know, just me and the garage band.
@Aid Just open the garage door to find a deluxe recording booth with a swing jazz band smiling at you.
*_The fellas._*
*If Super Mario Brothers had Ranked stage clears*
_S rank_ - 6:10
_A rank_ - 3:30
_B rank_ - 1:12
_C rank_ - 4:37
_D/E rank_ - 5:21
Breakfast Face Guy Swap B and C and I’m with you.
Toby H exactly lol
None of them are objectively better than the other. They have different qualities. The "D/E rank" isn't made to be "better" than the others and it doesn't try to be, it has a different purpose.
Anki I suppose you may think I don’t know. They all have their own special aspects but this ranking is purely based on our opinions. Even though none tried to be better I still think some are better to the ear than others, for me - of course.
That's a good idea for the next 2D Mario Game.
holy.... i mean.... just..... what.....
Im at a loss for words.
Amazing job!
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@@SmashSlayer First of all HOW DARE YOU
I feel like.... This song sounds like how it FELT to play Super Mario Bros as a kid, especially if you played it back in the late 80s. It felt like an epic adventure as a kid.
That flute girl looks so happy during cuban part :D
Better than all Big Bands I've ever heard. And I've heard all the good ones in my country (Germany).
Yeah we aren't the best at big banding... My school had a decent one but of course nothing that compares to this.
Better than the WDR Big Band nah I dont think so. But still very nice
@@sophyx9 pretty much on par I'd say with the wdr
Do you know anything from Lothar Krist?
I’m not sure if I should be watching the beautiful band, the actual game, or George’s facial expressions HELP
Wow, I actually have tears in my eyes... That was crazy good! For a long time I've wanted to see live musicians play with speedrunners or something like that, but this is on a whole other level.
Yeah this gave me hard goosebumps
As was I! Got shivers up my spine at several points. 🙃
@@batponeexactly ♥️
Simply magical.
George's facial expressions throughout the whole thing are just precious....💕
@@The8BitBigBand who doesn't???
George without Dream
This is the epitome of game music rendered live. Kudos to all the musicians involved and the arranger. What an emotional journey this is. Abosultely stunning!!! I've been inspired.
Tony Lancer if you want to see the making of the epic feat go watch this ruclips.net/video/crLxHC48xwM/видео.html
I could legit go for a full underground cover lol, wow this whole thing was great
Thank you George Salazar for bringing me to this channel
I LOVE THIS
madre mia willy que haces aqui compañero
I know this is an older video now, but holy crap this is far and away the best cover of the Super Mario Bros. score I've ever heard - I am so impressed.
What really makes this special is the amount of passion, energy and fun you guys put into this. I find that a lot of the time people are too conservative with the Super Mario Bros. music as it's seen as 'sacred' - even Nintendo are incredibly guilty of this. But the result usually ends up feeling flat and boring, like the same songs we've heard a million times.
With all the flairs and alternate takes, the bombastic instrumentation and the choir, you guys made SMB's music feel special in a way that nobody else has in a VERY long time. I honestly believe that if Nintendo took a leaf from your book, they could make a whole soundtrack just using the leitmotifs from the first game.
Crying from how absolutely PEAK this was
This is legendary.
• sslushiess • we know you were just here for georgie boi
the best arrangement for the Game music out there!! they definitely nailed it.
magnificent!! so glad Adam sent me here
me too lol
I just found this 2 years later and thought it was familiar, and then I spotted Adam Neely and everything clicked
How in the name of everything holy does this only have 132K hits? This is seriously EPIC.
素晴らしい。。。。。
Great！！！
I legit watched this in class and was like it's george Salazar!!went home and checked and I was right
The castle orchestration gave me serious chills, I'm really impressed at how many different styles were covered. Absolutely phenomenal!
Waiting for the RUclips algorithm to do its job and give this video the attention it deserves
That "end of level theme" played on the bassoon ... so great :)
Thanks for your brilliant work !
never did i think mario could bring tears to one's eyes, this stuff right here could cure cancer
@2:04 there's just something about the timing, close-up and instrumental setup that is hilarious and reminiscent of the Pink Panther cartoons
I absolutely can’t get enough of these super symphony orchestras with concert band, orchestra, and big band elements
This is absolutely jaw-droppingly incredible. If I could give one piece of constructive criticism, I feel like having someone pretending to play the game live takes away from how impressive it is that the percussion players on the sound effects are so perfectly synced to the video. I know this guy is from Broadway and all, but his overacting on the gameplay kinda takes me out of it. I’d say in the future just be honest with your audience and let us know that the gameplay isn’t actually being played live because this is impressive enough just on its own merit. However, if you think it makes it more of a spectacle having someone pretending to play it, by all means, don’t use my advice.
c'mon it's fun
IMO I think the novelty of pretending it's played live is actually pretty entertaining, however the overacting by the dude "playing" it does get a little bit grating.
I don’t wanna be too harsh on the guy. Clearly he’s just trying to have fun. I think I’m just biased because when something is so polished and technically impressive in every way, I just want them to convey that in the best way possible.
The entire thing is completely and ridiculously over the top. The actor just goes with it...
Yeah. It would be much cooler and less "clickbaity" if they actually played for real. Even if the band doesn't do the SFX, just doing the music, it would be much more impressive.
Loved the Rite of Spring reference at 5:40!
(please tell me I'm not the only one who noticed that LOL)
This needs way more views. It sickens me that videos like these don't get enough attention.
Like, share, comment, subscribe, full notifications on. You have to feed the algorithm.
the chord progression in the super star music was GODLY.
I love every part of this.
See George Salazar
*click*
@@The8BitBigBand But Boyf is written on Jeremy's backpack, not Michael's oof.
@@uhoh4397 so jugey lmao
Hope Fambrough made the right choice
Same
Nothing puts a smile on this mans heart more than videos like this! Super talented group of people making some beautiful music that so many grew up loving!
Oh my god I love this. (And George at the beginning is killing me.)
i can't believe i haven't seen this yet - this is so fucking cool on so many levels! the concept, arrangement, musicianship, videography, recording and mixing, video edit and logistical planning have come together so perfectly. The sheer amount of technical skill required to make this video honestly would go over most people's heads, we're talking MINIMUM 100,000 hours of practice aggregated between everyone's different skillsets over the course of their lifetimes. Also, more importantly than that it goes crazy hard too!!!!!
Love the interpretations of the songs! Probably one of the cleanest performances of video game music I've seen, really impressive. Incorporating the Rite of Spring into the Castle theme was genius!!
Omg, the first couple seconds, hes blowing into an old NES cartridge! TOTAL NOSTALGIA! 🤣❤
If I said anything meme about this, I would be smitten by Miamoto. This is beautifully perfect, down to every note. You guys deserve to win America’s Got Talent since you’d be some of the only contestants with some!
_Also, is this the right castle?_
Miyamoto*
There was a group who performed Don't Stop Me Now with a full orchestra and choir in the audience!
+keira beatrice They were decent at best. Glad they honored Freddy with one of his hits though. Would’ve been better if it was Invisible Man or Killer Queen, but D.S.M.N. is still really good.
You ever notice how shows like that rarely ever have actual musicians?
Ok guys hear me out... George has a youtube channel... now all we need is him to do mario speed runs haha
@@The8BitBigBand right? It would be perfect. You guys play the music and he Plays the games! It's a win win for everyone!
I just had an emotional, extremely hard weekend. This put a huge smile on my face for the first time since Saturday. Thank you so much! 😄
coming back to this video after watching the mario movie, and having music in the movie exactly like this, is a dream come true
1:30 wow, didn't expect Miles Davis
I love how nuts the brass players go during the brief solos. Trumpet, sax, and flute players killing it out there!
Oh man, Charlie....you have ignited something deep inside of me. This choked me up and brought tears to my eyes. I am soooo inspired by your work. Thank you SO much for this
How am I only just discovering this group now?!
I smiled like a fool while watching this the whole time. I absolutely love George Salazar and the band is so incredible
Um hi I'm in love with George Salazar thanks for coming to my TEDtalk
5:40 Sounds like Rite of Spring? Or am I crazy?
EDIT: Ok lol I'm stupid I didn't watch the Adam Neely vid rip me
No, if you look at the latest Adam Neely video where the composer goes through it he said he put in rite of spring due to the atonality.
You're not crazy, you just watched Adam Neely's video.
It does sound like rite of spring. Also I didn’t know Adam Neely made a vid on this lol
Yes, indeed that is a little lick from the 1st Movement. :)
Amazing! Marvelous! Wonderful! I'm at a loss of words for this performance.
Probably the best SMB arrangement I've ever seen!
The choir was a unexpected surprise, and it was beautiful!
ah neely played bass, thats why he made the vid about it
glad he did!
Video game music is created to be heard as a backdrop to gameplay, including interruptions, so this is a fitting way to play it. I liked how the arrangement changed when in-game the same track would just play again, which is a nice way to stay real without being boring.
That castle level at the end gave me a spooky Mormon hell dream. Fantastic arrangement and absolutely stellar group!
Wow! incredibly good. One of the best songs I've ever heard.
Dude that was playing the game looked like Rivers Cuomo, Fred Armisen and Rick Moranus all had a baby.
This is absolutely legendary. There are no words in the English language to express how awesome this is. I have watched this more than 7 times and it never ceases to amaze me.
Came from Adam's channel. Now, I'm subbed.
This could not be more amazing. These arrangements gave me nostalgia chills from so many sources beyond the video game score itself. Big Band, Dance Hall, Afro Cuban, MGM, Broadway, Disney, Warner Bros. it's all there and then some. What an amazing mind you have for these arrangements. And these musicians *chefs kiss*
2:08 how my orchestra reacted when I messed up a note during rehearsal
George Salazar is probably having the timr if his life here
I had the privilege to see the Jazz at the Lincoln Center Orchestra perform with Chick Corea, and honestly, I think I'd rather watch this group play this kind of music.
That would be amazing if you do. But I'm literally as far from New York as you can get in the continental U.S. though. San Diego.
I didn’t realize Adam Neely was in this until I read the description ! This is phenomenal!
so many celeb musicians in the 8-bit band and guest players... looking up who played is like reading who's who in the current scene. what a band!
George dancing along is a big mood
2:06 Those trombone glissandi caught me off-guard. Did not expect that. :D
So this is how they played super mario in the 20s
There is no reason why this shouldn't be the most popular video on this website.
5:40 when Stravinsky enters Bowsers Castle
Gawd, I just came back to this video after seeing it when it first dropped... still so much fun! In a word: rad.
imagine nintendo hearing this
This is absolutely incredible!!!! Love the jazz fusions and harmony, and a great balance of sounds!!
The nintendo guy was my favorite. Love his acting!
Dear god , why am I crying that much??? you guys are amazing , a beautiful tribute to videogames!!!
I just watched Adam Neely's Video on this, and honestly it just impressed me even more. The amount of work and dedication you put into this piece of music is outstanding. I compose my own Choral, Piano, Orchestra, and Band pieces, but this is just so much better than what I can compose. Truly amazing, keep up the amazing music.
Don't even think that Rite of Spring quote during the castle level went unnoticed
So, I’m not sure I quite get what happened. The composer played the game and composed sheet music so the percussionists could “play” the game effects along with the video. Is the game player just an actor then?
yes
Tim R woah tone it down a bit buddy, who pissed in your morning coffee?
I legit felt the tension when watching him play damn
wow can we use a small part in our new compilation with credit
You genuinely made me cry! This is so beautiful! Thank you all for making this.
2:04 When you forgot to press save after six hours of nonstop playing and Civ 5 crashes...
honestly, WOW, probably the best arrangement and performance of any of the super mario bros music pieces I've ever heard, amazing! I love it!
I really like it. It's amazing (i am italian i can't write very good sorry)
Tutto apposto qui
non c'è problema
It's aaa mario
Guys I'm crying. How beautiful
Is that geprge Salazar?
Edit: So he did make an entrance.
GEORGE SALAZAR MAKES AN ENTRANCE!!!
GOOD LORD, YOU ABSOLUTE LEGENDS! What excellent ensembleship, this classic is so well translated, I'm completely blown away!
DO CASTLEVANIA SYMPHONY OF THE NIGHT NEXT!!! PLEASE ITS MY DREAM
That starman theme was mind- bending!!
*accidentally dies*
(whole band then publicly abuse him)
I’ve never cried as much in my whole life watching a video on RUclips. I know it’s strange; but I have a deep connection video games and most of all with big band music because of my late Pop. Everything about your mission as a band brings me nothing but the highest level of joy and satisfaction. Thank you so much. When I get out of debt, I can’t wait to support you.
Great performance, but the dude with joystick totally gone overboard with weird mimics
I came here for George Salazar and u was not disappointed, I'm a huge Nintendo lover and I grew up around Mario so in overall this was an amazing video
How's about DK Country now? You have initiated an appetite which needs satisfaction good Sir. We demand it !!! Well done to all involved.
Oooooh that is a great idea. That and a game of Smash 64 are now my top contenders for this series
@@The8BitBigBand Do It LOL :)
BEAUTIFUL sound! And having George takes it to a new level of legendary
This is so perfect. I wish I could be a part of group like this, playing amazing Nintendo rearrangements.
Man, this was by far the most beautifully arranged ensemble I've ever seen. This was the perfect way to start my Birthday. Thanks 8-Bit Big Band!
This one actually moved me to tears. It's like that moment from Pixar's Ratatouille animation movie - instant nostalgia with heightened emotional fluctuations.
Absolutely magnificent! This is truly a treasure for decades to come! My 14 year old band game nerd if having a cow right now! thank you for this
Nostalgia from all those Christmas vacations I played this with my friends all day, when level 8-4 means dinner time even if it is already past 11pm. Big bands always remind me of that Christmas breeze when I watch them perform for long queues of Christmas shoppers in our country. The child in me cries right now!
Fantastic arrangement and well played, I loved the little Strawinsky vibe:)