"The Crying Machine" (Full Song) - Steve Vai

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  • Опубликовано: 10 фев 2010
  • Steve Vai and the String Theories band perform the song "The Crying Machine" from the new DVD "Live In Minneapolis - Where The Wild Things Are".
    The show was recorded and filmed at the State Theatre in Minneapolis, MN before a sold-out audience as part of Vais successful Sound Theories world tour.
    Vai is widely known for both his unprecedented guitar playing techniques and the unique design of his signature series Ibanez Jem guitar. But his fans have become inextricably drawn to his melodic depth, and dynamic stage performance. The continued evolution of his craft is made apparent in the astonishing musicianship presented in "Live In Minneapolis - Where The Wild Things Are". The 2 hour and 40 minute set contains several new tracks and re-orchestrated pieces culled from his rich catalog. His guitar-wielding extravaganza in 'The Murder' is an artistic performance piece that must be seen to be believed.
    The addition of virtuoso violinists Alex DePue and Ann Marie Calhoun add a dazzling dimension to Vai's compositions and stage show, delivering fans the unexpected edge they always expect. Other world-class musicians chosen for Vai's band are: Bryan Beller (bass), Jeremy Colson (drums), Dave Weiner (guitar and sitar) and Zack Wiesinger (lap steel).
    "Live In Minneapolis - Where The Wild Things Are" is available on DVD, Blu-ray, and audio CD now!
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  • @slashmaster84
    @slashmaster84 7 лет назад +1476

    Steve Vai is so awesome that even his hair moves in slow motion.

  • @naelz1114
    @naelz1114 9 лет назад +891

    Notice how he takes a backseat with his stage act when the violinists are soloing..What a musician..And this is the guy some people call a show off..

    • @joetennant6723
      @joetennant6723 6 лет назад +96

      Man no kidding, and I gotta say, if I had his talent, people would definitely call me a show off as well! How could you not wanna show off what is arguably the best guitar talent in the world? Haha

    • @gochi_mane88
      @gochi_mane88 6 лет назад +68

      Gives his fans all he's got, gets called a show off. Smh

    • @rantional8180
      @rantional8180 6 лет назад +59

      those people are idiots, calling a performance artist a show off, lol, really? it's kinda the whole point of you know, a performance...
      it really just sounds like a bunch of salty losers wishing they could be that good.

    • @Yngsatchvai
      @Yngsatchvai 6 лет назад +19

      It kinda impossible for him to pick up a guitar and play anything. Hes so good its instant showoff :)

    • @TalMK
      @TalMK 5 лет назад +11

      Wish I was a show off then.

  • @simons.2281
    @simons.2281 2 года назад +152

    0:50 Steve signals the guy to take a pick from the headstock and the guy pulls one out without missing a beat. Look at the joy of everyone involved in this moment, it's beautiful. Steve seems to be a really nice, down to earth dude.

    • @dancortes2164
      @dancortes2164 Год назад +4

      He is. I met him the last time he came to Mexico. As we spanish speakers say, "Es un amor de persona" (hes a sweetheart)

    • @mickryan4921
      @mickryan4921 Год назад +3

      Same, I met him in Dublin, the guy couldn’t have been more personable. Signed the headstock of my guitar, the works. I’d happily wait in line for him again.

    • @stageleftpromotions
      @stageleftpromotions Год назад +1

      @@mickryan4921 Me, also, too agree 100%~!!..I produced a concert, with him in PENSACOLA, FLA., ....and in 40 years of promoting, i've only worked with one artist, who came close to the personality of Mr. VAI, and that was Mr. MEATLOAF~!!!...they both act like, they're having the best day of their life??..OH, and did i mention, STEVE is a purdy good GUITAR player, too?

    • @philipbaker2302
      @philipbaker2302 Год назад +1

      My favorite guitarist in the world

    • @vege-gaming
      @vege-gaming Год назад

      that's really sweet

  • @jonathanrejon3087
    @jonathanrejon3087 4 года назад +103

    Gravity exist*
    Steve's hair: no

  • @bestboy897
    @bestboy897 9 лет назад +599

    the bassist is awesome

    • @monno2600
      @monno2600 8 лет назад +12

      +fazeel ashraf Bryan Beller!!!

    • @AstriBlair
      @AstriBlair 8 лет назад +24

      +fazeel ashraf Yup! He is after all, the premier bassist of the supergroup, The Aristocrats!

    • @user-xy1ys7it2l
      @user-xy1ys7it2l 8 лет назад +4

      *agreed*

    • @papanotsi6691
      @papanotsi6691 8 лет назад +9

      holy shit he's the bassist of the aristocrats? woah

    • @elegyrulz
      @elegyrulz 7 лет назад +1

      no way man. that guy has long hair

  • @mx_nana_banana
    @mx_nana_banana 4 года назад +171

    0:51 well that hand is never being washed again

  • @kholathekid
    @kholathekid 2 года назад +134

    I swear, the whole violinist and fiddle solos are so beautiful.
    Rest in peace Alex DePue. Absolute beautiful solos from him.

    • @SuperSharpboy
      @SuperSharpboy 2 года назад +9

      Was so saddened to hear the news. He was a true virtuoso. May his soul rest in peace.

    • @kelvin4941
      @kelvin4941 2 года назад +3

      Wow… this is so sad rip😪

    • @smd1921
      @smd1921 2 года назад +4

      What the hell he is no more😮😭

    • @Red_Pill_Matrix
      @Red_Pill_Matrix Год назад +1

      At 4:55

    • @Super67953
      @Super67953 Год назад

      Also for her, as she is beautiful as well!

  • @OrkhanJulfa
    @OrkhanJulfa 7 лет назад +712

    After show Steve killed that green cable.

  • @CescoN4
    @CescoN4 7 лет назад +112

    Steve is a great MUSICIAN, but he's also a great MAN. He isn't egocentric and he also allows other musicians to express themselves! You are great! sei grande

    • @veganviking4929
      @veganviking4929 7 лет назад +9

      Francesco 94 I was watching him teach a lesson on For the Live of God on RUclips and he said he watches videos of people covering his songs and said "These kids are very talented but I would like to see them take my music further."

    • @geetarguy777
      @geetarguy777 7 лет назад +5

      he's set a precedent. why work backwards? Paul Gilbert says stuff like that all the time too. These guys got to where they are because they're the best, and they're not stupid they, they know it. Steve's talked on how Korn blew his mind because they did exactly this. they expanded on his idea. Simple.

  • @MadamOst
    @MadamOst 10 лет назад +500

    Steve Vai and the people who play with him do something really beautiful.

    • @Bloghairy
      @Bloghairy 10 лет назад +16

      Perfect comment.

    • @Keepler22b
      @Keepler22b 9 лет назад +4

      could`t agree with you more. :)

    • @nano90201
      @nano90201 6 лет назад

      even knowing your comment was 3 years ago i have to say that they even enjoy doing look at them smiling man :P

    • @chawwn_2816
      @chawwn_2816 6 лет назад

      First time I heard this it moved me a lot. And honestly, i dunno why.

    • @oworaindrop5012
      @oworaindrop5012 6 лет назад

      Restia Chan me too idk why but it did...

  • @liammiranda3304
    @liammiranda3304 4 года назад +98

    how does steve move in slow motion but the rest of the band not? this proves that he is alien

    • @GoranFreeman
      @GoranFreeman 4 года назад

      Mindblowing

    • @jacksonthebear7461
      @jacksonthebear7461 3 года назад +3

      Oh my gosh! Finally someone who understands the secret!

    • @mativarrone
      @mativarrone 2 года назад +2

      Is he surfing with the alien ? Lol

  • @K31R616
    @K31R616 2 года назад +30

    It is a pure joy to have this man exist. Thank You, Mr Vai.
    That someone composes and plays in this way...to hear it is why I'm alive.

  • @sonicymario2010
    @sonicymario2010 8 лет назад +55

    One thing that I love in Steve Vai is his feelin' while playing, all those facial expressions.. And not to mention his look to the violinists while they're playing, pure respect, not like many artists nowadays

  • @Saimsboy
    @Saimsboy 12 лет назад +24

    this is a eargasm

  • @shcxatter2
    @shcxatter2 7 лет назад +162

    OK this guy is playing a violin with distortion, I've officially seen everything in this world

    • @papapetad
      @papapetad 7 лет назад +10

      That thing also has 5 strings and the guy plays really good @@

    • @luisitocarrillo
      @luisitocarrillo 7 лет назад +4

      Best comment ever haha

    • @johnsonater8491
      @johnsonater8491 7 лет назад +3

      you should check out "directly from my heart to you" on the Frank Zappa album "weasles ripped my flesh". Amazing electric violin blues stuff.

    • @Udk_me276
      @Udk_me276 7 лет назад

      Nikolai Megdanov is that chriss Farley

    • @sTatocaster
      @sTatocaster 7 лет назад +4

      search for "Apocalyptica"

  • @slashh513
    @slashh513 3 года назад +53

    All bands: We need a singer!!
    Steve Vai's guitar: Nah

  • @anongrey
    @anongrey 8 лет назад +198

    The trading off and blending in with the violins is just so incredibly beautiful.

    • @taylorharless9251
      @taylorharless9251 4 года назад

      Agreed. Steve will always be top 5 favorites for me 👍

  • @ericoglesby2614
    @ericoglesby2614 8 лет назад +164

    the rare occasion that 3 genius musicians improv in this manner , with even classical elements at points. splendid. 5:59

    • @deepenwadhwa4027
      @deepenwadhwa4027 6 лет назад +8

      Eric Oglesby is someone cutting onions? That moment was beautiful!!!

  • @Yes-cm1ph
    @Yes-cm1ph 3 года назад +26

    this is way too underrated . it’s my favorite steve vai song

    • @gammafz
      @gammafz Год назад

      mine is dyin day

  • @worshipg8875
    @worshipg8875 3 года назад +9

    Every time I loose hope, each time i feel depressed on how i think i suck at playing guitar. I always remind myself to hear this thought from a very passionate person i know. Steve is my hero and nothing will ever changed it. I wish someday I’ll have the chance to see him play live.

  • @stamouel
    @stamouel 9 лет назад +48

    Steve Vai = Amazing showman-Wizard of guitar...and the violin it's charming.
    Wonderful melody...!

  • @joetennant6723
    @joetennant6723 6 лет назад +12

    Every time I watch this I get this feeling like there is still good in the world. There are still people who love the good things in life. Steve, your talent is incredible. In this world of entitlements, you show us that it's hard work, thousands and thousands of hours of practice, over decades of dedication that bring you to such a high level of extraordinary mastery over your craft. It's not just the music, it's not just the beautiful show you put on, but all of this together with the intense feelings you dig out of us from deep within as you put your soul into six strings and a pic for all of us to see. It's something I will never get tired of. The first time I ever heard For The Love Of God I sobbed. Your genius in those chords and riffs will never get outdated. They will forever stand the test of time until time is no more. Thank you sir for your mark on this generation!

    • @twalsh29
      @twalsh29 Год назад +1

      Well said Joe.

  • @stewartombou946
    @stewartombou946 7 лет назад +12

    wow Steve is still evolving with his music.
    how many arrangements can one song have?
    sounds like no single performance is ever the same!
    may Steve continue to serve us his genius for many years to come.

  • @carlbrianjenisch
    @carlbrianjenisch 6 лет назад +71

    The bassist is awesome as well

  • @muzmalek
    @muzmalek 10 лет назад +545

    When you wanna say Steve Vai sucks in his performance, think again. He did not only write the guitar parts for his songs. He writes the bass,drums,violins,external instruments etc. A man who can write for a whole symphony orchestra. He is one musician I place my respect to even though i have my own favourites.

    • @sjefs5513
      @sjefs5513 5 лет назад +9

      Pauzidi Ipuing dude honnestly that kind of counts for nearly annything. In this youtube age people tend to putt things on a pedestool what they dont understand but try seeing things for what they are and what mechanics are needed for m and what you need the human body or mind accomplisch that .i mean look with a clear sence. Also al the fierce comments of people deffending oppinions people forget what is really important ; happines in anny form and yes if art makes you happy its a good thing to have in your life but dont blind stare on importance or oppinions. Lots of things have been done for manny years just that lots of people (in this short attentionspan society) dont understand sommething rigjt away doesnt make it super human

    • @commentfreely5443
      @commentfreely5443 5 лет назад +3

      thank god i got to see this

    • @afonsomendes92
      @afonsomendes92 4 года назад +28

      Great now try WRITING ENGLISH

    • @greg4272
      @greg4272 4 года назад +1

      Doesen't necessarry mean that if he writes all then its good music. I think it bad .

    • @aleaallee
      @aleaallee 4 года назад +4

      @@pzdipuing Given the way you write/type I highly doubt so.

  • @shawndouglass2939
    @shawndouglass2939 5 лет назад +233

    let's see the karate kid do that 😁

  • @kaporyash
    @kaporyash 6 лет назад +6

    Laying straight on bed, listening to this . . . Goosebumps & tears arent stopping

  • @furiousfir0366
    @furiousfir0366 3 года назад +9

    this is what music sounds like,this is real music

  • @visual33
    @visual33 3 года назад +5

    That sequence at 6.00 minutes gets me every time - fabulous.

  • @Vojife
    @Vojife 6 лет назад +68

    Haha, a flying-V violin :D I've never seen that!

  • @kibavlood5826
    @kibavlood5826 7 лет назад +24

    HOLYYYY CRAP is that brian bellar on bass, killer groove as always...
    great band, great sync

  • @samginoble2397
    @samginoble2397 6 лет назад +2

    Watching him and the violinists, especially the female one, going back and forth and smiling and sounding great - cured my depression. I'm not even playing around. I needed to watch this lol

  • @alyusdickey6383
    @alyusdickey6383 8 лет назад +96

    Steve seems like a very peacfull guy.

    • @alyusdickey6383
      @alyusdickey6383 8 лет назад +11

      Until you hear the song "F@#$ yourself"

    • @truescotsman4103
      @truescotsman4103 2 года назад +3

      until he starts yanking on that vibrato bar. sometimes he seems like a crazy man.

  • @bigfriki
    @bigfriki 7 лет назад +267

    Better than porn.

  • @stevenaustin4591
    @stevenaustin4591 3 года назад +1

    The harmonies in this live version between Vai and the violinists are so beautiful I almost cry every time I hear it, Superb!!!

  • @rdb9936
    @rdb9936 7 лет назад +2

    This is musical composition, playing and improvisation at its very best. Absolute world-class playing from everyone on that stage.

  • @bruno280678
    @bruno280678 8 лет назад +11

    elements for a steve vai perfectly perfect song: beautiful theme with sense of italian drama, brutal hendrix power riff, technical solo, all supporting by fantastic drum&bass session!

  • @rubenedy1
    @rubenedy1 9 лет назад +58

    i feel like the instruments are talking with each other wow great melody

    • @Tonguefunsome
      @Tonguefunsome 9 лет назад +4

      ruben lopez I always liked that Steve never felt overshadowed by other virtuoso musicians and has played with many like Tony MacAlpine and shared solos and the spotlight with them.

  • @removetheroofcreative
    @removetheroofcreative 3 года назад +1

    Steve has such great musicians playing with him. What a glorious combination!

  • @rabidscoobydoo
    @rabidscoobydoo 2 года назад +2

    I've watched this concert so many times, but today I started noticing how awesome that bass player is. Wow!

  • @thedeicide
    @thedeicide 10 лет назад +102

    This song has so much emotion in it.
    The 2 violins are beautifull with Steve's guitar.
    I can't even find the words to discribe my feelings about this song.
    It's musical sex at its best.

  • @meemat
    @meemat 11 лет назад +4

    Probably my favorite Vai song right now, such a killer live performance!

  • @alexandrefaisoficial
    @alexandrefaisoficial 5 лет назад +2

    Steve Vai and the violinists Alex DePue and Ann Marie Calhoun had lots of fun in this piece. Amazing!

  • @Gene_Taco
    @Gene_Taco 4 года назад

    The wavy guitar, that funky bass, and that suave drums are perfect

  • @SungWoohimself
    @SungWoohimself 3 года назад +9

    0:49 stevie allowed him to get a pick from the guitar. Lucky !

  • @ladyjane8023
    @ladyjane8023 6 лет назад +7

    If there is perfection, then this is the composition. Since there are no words to describe, I will only say ABSOLUTE FANTASTIC

    • @stevevai7256
      @stevevai7256 2 года назад +1

      Hello, how are you doing? It is nice seeing you here.

  • @tepiguhu7914
    @tepiguhu7914 5 лет назад +1

    I love the way he express the music....it really moves my heart

  • @davexxx5175
    @davexxx5175 3 года назад +1

    In addition to a spatial technique, Steve has great elegance in his movements when he plays!
    Amazing Steve...amazing band!

  • @sumeetpatil7595
    @sumeetpatil7595 9 лет назад +127

    it doesnt matter if you are able to play at 220 bpm, youll never be as good as steve vai

    • @bassemkarame2510
      @bassemkarame2510 4 года назад +5

      dude be specific. say notes per second not bpm. what if you are playing in 4/4 lol

    • @apangkonyak6694
      @apangkonyak6694 2 года назад

      Don’t compare those shits with the guitar God

  • @hsimaox
    @hsimaox 6 лет назад +12

    Brasil te ama, Steve Vai!

  • @redskizedski7336
    @redskizedski7336 3 года назад +1

    Looooove the tension build up at the start of this piece!

  • @derekwilliams1660
    @derekwilliams1660 4 года назад +2

    I've been a music fan since childhood,and I 've listened to a lot of songs over the years. This has to be one of the most perfect songs.

  • @chrisklest1238
    @chrisklest1238 7 лет назад +3

    I'm nearly crying. So good.

  •  3 года назад +6

    Toda vez que escuto essa versão, me emociono.

  • @MrCwatson3
    @MrCwatson3 5 лет назад

    You can tell all three enjoy this so much. The music speaks for all of em. I love it

  • @westaylor7475
    @westaylor7475 5 лет назад

    Simply the best. What a classy guy and extreme talent. My favorite guitar player of all time.

  • @emilianochicco4897
    @emilianochicco4897 7 лет назад +25

    0:39 steve thinks 'bitch, I'm faboulous?

  • @ivandantas8877
    @ivandantas8877 4 года назад +7

    Um dos três melhores do mundo,esse cara não é humano....

  • @WhisperingWinds0
    @WhisperingWinds0 7 лет назад +1

    this song lives up to it's name, it makes me cry several times during different parts

  • @jcdenton616
    @jcdenton616 4 года назад

    What an absolutely incredible virtuostic performance.. I was absolutely blown away!

  • @willgilkey8789
    @willgilkey8789 2 года назад +3

    That was so sad and yet so beautiful, the song did it's job and made me cry!

  • @tukiluka
    @tukiluka 7 лет назад +12

    Best Sonic the Hedgehog Song ever!

  • @user-md7he5qe5h
    @user-md7he5qe5h 3 месяца назад +1

    Человек- симфония! Спасибо Стив!😊

  • @Pat54guitares_Uku
    @Pat54guitares_Uku Год назад

    All this live is beautiful and amazing. The musicians' happiness is so pleasant to see... And hear...

  • @waldemargoncalves7273
    @waldemargoncalves7273 6 лет назад +6

    Incrível Steve Vai. Sem palavras...

  • @soniasemienchuk1979
    @soniasemienchuk1979 2 года назад +3

    No puede tener más estilo! I love his music ♥

  • @user-iq4es3qp3m
    @user-iq4es3qp3m 5 лет назад

    This, one of the most exciting compositions in guitar music at all times,is the magic from one of the greatest guitarists of our time, hats off in reverence

  • @martinafan64
    @martinafan64 5 лет назад +1

    Wow, so much musical talent on the same stage at the same time! I would have loved to have seen this performance in person.

  • @jovenildofloradossantos5525
    @jovenildofloradossantos5525 6 лет назад +3

    Steve, sou do Brasil, você é um gênio da música. Ouvir suas composições me inspira a querer aprender mais sobre guitarra.

  • @alexmckay786
    @alexmckay786 5 лет назад +17

    The size of this man's fingers is unnatural😂

  • @user-jm8jw9sc9m
    @user-jm8jw9sc9m 6 лет назад +1

    I like Steve Vai and his team. It look to be so happy in playing the last song. Thank you.

  • @rmax5150
    @rmax5150 6 лет назад +1

    Vai is great as always. But man, when I first saw this concert, I was completely blown away with the two violin players being able to keep up with him! Amazing performance!

  • @commentfreely5443
    @commentfreely5443 5 лет назад +3

    combination of heaven and pain

  • @poujik2021
    @poujik2021 4 года назад +31

    Think about people who don't know Vai and imagine the fun they're missing

    • @ryanr.1323
      @ryanr.1323 4 года назад +6

      I just found out about him today, BLOWN AWAY!!!

  • @lorypaoletti8118
    @lorypaoletti8118 3 года назад +2

    One of my favorite tunes

  • @azazel7764
    @azazel7764 3 года назад

    Violins owned the guitar in this classic music..at that point...kudos to Steve to understand what music is...always be humble...just let it shine..love the music...

  • @eazy8158
    @eazy8158 3 года назад +4

    The bassist is also killing it

  • @vunarywazzi4281
    @vunarywazzi4281 3 года назад +3

    Another masterpiece TKU Steve 🙏

  • @godownupward8157
    @godownupward8157 5 лет назад +1

    The Girl on violin is awsome! Real music player, sensible and clever. Thumbs up!

  • @BeautifulNaturalDramatic
    @BeautifulNaturalDramatic 6 лет назад

    magnificent blend of musicianship

  • @relief_cinema
    @relief_cinema Год назад +5

    정말 최고의 연주…최고의 음악…멈춰있는 심장에 펌프질 해주는 느낌…

    • @Craig.H08
      @Craig.H08 3 месяца назад

      언제나 레전드 앞으로도 레전드

  • @AllatonceIvan
    @AllatonceIvan 4 года назад +3

    I wonder if there’s like a fan guy blowing wind at Steve’s hair at epic moments

  • @aubergine28
    @aubergine28 Год назад

    Such a beatiful masterpiece. Steve is the total package;a true legend. I have to say this is my favorite version of this piece.

  • @neoven5585
    @neoven5585 6 лет назад +1

    I love how happy Steve looks when he watches the violinist get into it. and also it just looks like there all having the time of there life. i know i would be if i ever got the chance to play Steve

  • @wderson7
    @wderson7 6 лет назад +7

    Linda canção....
    Steve,vai tocar assim em outro mundo meu amigo! rsrsrs

  • @tommydimmel1914
    @tommydimmel1914 9 лет назад +10

    The man is a master.

    • @KongListBlog
      @KongListBlog 9 лет назад +2

      Tommy Dimmel master? R U KIDDING ME?! GRAND MASTER!!!!!!! LOL's

    • @tommydimmel1914
      @tommydimmel1914 7 лет назад

      theKONGBLOG indeed! Indeed!!!

  • @franklinlinebarger8339
    @franklinlinebarger8339 2 года назад

    Steve Vai is definitely a top guitarist of his time. Very good show.

  • @djflarethecreator9261
    @djflarethecreator9261 6 лет назад

    A true master of his craft at work having fun, which is the best part!

  • @rezende206
    @rezende206 6 лет назад +3

    Tira lágrimas... Belíssima...

  • @michaelberry530
    @michaelberry530 8 лет назад +7

    I really liked the tour when Steve had the Violins in the band.

  • @datasetmx
    @datasetmx 2 года назад

    So beautiful and amazing live version of this lovely song. Thank you for sharing a little part of your soul Master!

  • @aaaabbbbcccc8237
    @aaaabbbbcccc8237 Год назад +2

    Sene 2014
    Üniversite yılları. Ne güzel yıllardı.

  • @miguelangelvargassucapuca7143
    @miguelangelvargassucapuca7143 6 лет назад +3

    The violin 10/10 The guitar 120/10 ♥♥♥ Steve vai The bets :')

  • @gunsnemgaming3632
    @gunsnemgaming3632 7 лет назад +6

    that base sounds awesome..

    • @norpriest521
      @norpriest521 5 лет назад

      That Asian chic with violin can get it 😆

  • @brikbravo
    @brikbravo 3 месяца назад

    Beautiful!!!!!

  • @LKH9Channel
    @LKH9Channel Год назад

    This never gets old!

  • @passoapassoediversos67
    @passoapassoediversos67 2 года назад +3

    Meu Deus de onde vem a musica, so deve ser do céu, por que não ha outra explicação!

  • @CiceroSantiagobrasilia
    @CiceroSantiagobrasilia 4 года назад +3

    Melhor música dele pqp top d+

  • @mangognam8392
    @mangognam8392 5 лет назад

    Perfect coordinations,
    Loved it, Long live Sir Steve Vai

  • @jonl0711
    @jonl0711 6 лет назад

    This is really one of the best in the business and those two violinist just added topping on the cake...