Aha 'Take On Me' For Orchestra by Walt Ribeiro
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- Опубликовано: 6 фев 2025
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"Take me on / I'll be gone in a day or two"
Regarded as one of the most memorable music videos ever, 'Take On Me' didn't just introduce us to new video techniques, but is also one of the most memorable songs of all time. I couldn't wait to arrange this amazing piece for orchestra, and so here it is.
This song by Aha is one of only a handful of others I couldn't wait to do. The video is absolutely gorgeous, and "Take On Me" has lyrics that inspire.
I kept thinking about the words "I'll be gone in a day or two", and how this composition, to me, is about wanting something, and going after it. To go through life, it's important to remember the words "one day we'll all be dead" -- because it's that mindset that makes you want something, and go after it. Dreams are meant to be chased, and lived. We all have our own purpose in life, and they are things that we should 'take on' and fight for them
The thought that things are worth having and chasing after makes sense when you consider that we may all be gone in a day or two. Its the only thing that is constant. The more things change the more they stay the same, because one thing is for certain -- that if it scares you, then do it. Because we're not here forever, and if you're passionate about something, then it's worth fighting for.
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Arranged By Walt Ribeiro
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Original video by Aha = • Take On Me: Literal Vi...
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Words cannot describe how beautiful this cover is....
Whoami691 your pic can
What I like about you is that you seem like you're one of the types of people that doesn't care what genre it is, because music is music
I should've gone to sleep by now, but each one of these songs basically blows my mind apart.
There's a(nother) petition going around to make "Take on Me" Norway's new national anthem.
This makes me want to sign it. Imagine hearing it at the Olympics.
One of my favourite songs EVER just got a BILLION times better!! Such a classic and SO well orchestrated! Massive thumbs up! Love it to bits! :D
This is a pure masterpiece!! Never thought a orchestra version could be this great! =D
This makes me exceptionally happy
A masterpiece. One hit wonders were the essence of the 80s.
The greatest song in existance, now orchestrated. You are awesome.
Que belleza!!! que poder tiene este cover. saludos desde Colombia🇨🇴
Its so hard to watch any of your videos without crying dude....
I've been on a "take me on" binge for about a week, looking up remixes and covers. and this is pure awesome. thank you for adding some class and epicness while keeping all the feel of the original song.
Jumpin so high!!! very nice arrangements!
in tears! so high! speechless!!!!
This is the of the 80's and you made it timeless now
since the finale of chuck i have been looking for an awesome classical version of this song! thanks!!!
I've been listening to all of your videos, and I am so happy I stumbled across your work, because it's beautiful! I'm thankful for what you do, because as a member of orchestra myself, I can tell that hearing things like this draw more people into the musical aspect of things. You're incredibly talented and I can't wait to hear more!!
This was AMAZING, Walt. I always love your songs, but this one was definitively my favorite. Job well done :)
Not expected, but very welcome. Nicely done, Walt.
I just got to the awesome side of RUclips again :) Thank you
Walt!!!!
I positively love this song!
gives me goosebumps
because we're a small unknown community. it's kind of cool that way, and I appreciate your support. new music every week.
thanks for the uplifting comment. new music every week, get ready for some awesome ones.
This pretty much made my day.
PERFECT. This is going into the Christmas collection!
I love this song my friend introduced me to it.
thanks Unreal. yea I'm not a huge fan of many orchestrations, so trying to make them the way I hear them in my head and how I wish they were (sometimes).
you are LOVED here!
I don't know what, what to say... it is great.
ForOrchestra , this is totally fabulous .. I've always loved your work ... keep moving forward Walt.
- Sarah phillips
addiction to good music - always a good addiction!
@zmann2420 i agree - it's a blast to do, and you guys who support me kep me doing it. Let's hope it never gets old. The orchestra is amazing
Epic!
You got it spot on, my freind!
This is AMAZING.
Amazing. By far my favourite. Thanks Walt!! :)
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Hi Walt! I thought this was a real orchestra to begin with. Frankly, if it's electronic, I don't care. I love your stuff!
This is the best!
so perfect!
perfeitoo lindíssimooooo
i wanted to let you know we're going to vote for which songs on the CD on my website. Come join us!
this is like completely amazing! i'd so love to play this in a real orchestra one day ;)
Woah this is soooo cool! I love orchestral covers!!
Now, I see why my girlfriend plays this every day! This rocks!
This is amazing!
thanks! more to come.
I listen to this everyday! It's so good! How come no views? (Wow, I used to, didn't I?)
Not enough auto-tune and dubstep remixes with pointless guest appearances from artists you've never heard of
In other words, the world is blind and deaf at the same time in terms of good music.
Addiction to this song just rose further why you so cruel aha
@MissJools11 theyre on iTunes. Do you mean an actual physical CD? What will that accomplish?
This is... actually quite beautiful. Well done. :)
Holy shit I didn't think anyone would do an orchestra version of this?
The Phantom of the Paradise me either I seen journey got one I couldn't believe it
Now this is how the song should have been done in the first place
AWESOME!
have i heard of NOFX? I grew up playing all their songs. That's why my orchestra sounds badass - because it's got attitude. Remember The Skankin Pickles? If you're unfamiliar, check them out.
Great Job, Keep it up, u made my day today!
nice man :)... very nice... what a job... incredible!
magnificent, extraordinary, I am Brazilian, I live in Brazil, but I love this band, I try to study hard, and one day perhaps touching this orchestra! haha: D specialty: cello and percussion...
muito bom man!
Isso ai
OMG YOU ARE SO EPIC DUDE!
Good
Great
Awesome
Perfect
Timeless
thanks Katie!!!!!!!
Any chance these songs could released on CD? Would love to do a Dressage Freestyle to music with these songs!!
more to come. have you heard my recent pieces?!
This is amazing
totally agree.
Beautiful just beautiful ;w;
Everything is better in orchestra.
i know right :D
Everything is better in synth.
You go that roght
i do a new one each week - come follow for more!
amazingly enough his stuff is all electronic, but when i hear this stuff different places they are getting really authentic sounding, the strings are still not quite there yet.. but getting really close, it may put us live musicians out of business some day.. lol
thanks blizz. i might return to "all the 80's all the time" soon for more orchestra pieces.
yea there's a ton I have to upload here on youtube still. I'll get around to it one day. but my Tumblr is my main site.
YYYYYEEESSSS!!!!!! Ever try doing R.E.M lossing my religion, would be ....epic.....
the repeat button never ends. follow for more weekly pieces!
This is amazing, it sounds really authentic!! You should really cover Bittersweet Symphony.
I need this played at my funeral
ea, ea, ea su ritmo me gusta !!
thanks Calad!!!!
@Shhteve that comment pretty much made my day!
Oh, wow awesome.
I didn't think you'd reply.
I feel complete now.
thanks Realm
Do on to grasstown!!!!!
muito showwwwwwwwwww demais
I'm a big fan of the song take on me and I think the original is a little bit better but this does sound great keep up the good work!
what app is used for this? this is so awesome
you do the best songs....if you try hitting it big time, you have my full support
this is epic
thanks O12!
thanks!
Hello fellow New Jersey native, I have to say, brilliant work on all your stuff, but, do you think you can do more MLP: FiM songs, such as What My Cutie Mark is Telling Me, or Find a Pet. o3o
OH...MY GOD!!!!!!!!!!!!!
didn't even cross my mind. there's a certain character to songs I like to tackle, so maybe I have some of the same interests as other people?!
no regrets... just love.
I think this is my favourite one (:
So what programme DO you use? Like, I know you then have it recorded (the 'Friday' video makes that clear), but for initial composition?
Love itttt x
What DAW do you use this is amazing.
Yes
Man, it's great! Please, play "hunting high and low". Pleeeeeeeease.
(this is a request from Brazil).
thanks. hopefully my music doesn't just "sound OK"!
wait, the show used my song? Or did they play the original? This sounds amazing.
Does he actually have an orchestra preform these songs or is it some computer program?
Good day, sir. This might sound silly, but I am so amazed by the sound you've got there, that I have to ask. That is made with VST instruments right? If yes, could you please be so kind telling me which are those?