It’s like the guitar waited 150 years just to be played this moment Can’t get enough of this song

My wife and I sent yesterday our only daughter to study in a university for four years. The knowledge that she will not be with us always at home filled me with sadness. Mr. York's "Home' perfectly emits this emotion for me.

@thePronto

Жыл бұрын

You haven't lost her, you set her free to find her own way in life. By doing that, you have strengthened your bond with her. Speaking from experience...

@bobcombs9685

11 ай бұрын

My exact life now that my daughter is away for her final semester then off on her journey. It's suppose to be like this but don't make it easy. I will always miss her no matter how far she goes I'm here for her. ❤️

I watch it twice daily,in the morning when I wake up,and before I go to bed at night.This beautiful piece has become medicine for me!

@AndrewYorkguitar

3 жыл бұрын

Abhisek, I'm very pleased that my music is your companion so often!

@vampiro4236

3 жыл бұрын

I feel you. I discovered Andrew York through this recording, and I've definitely become a fan!

@AndrewYorkguitar

3 жыл бұрын

Thank you, John. I'm very happy to hear that!

@alirezaie

3 жыл бұрын

I play it daily and it is just part of my life. amazing pieces

@antoniodaling7524

3 жыл бұрын

@@AndrewYorkguitar the composition touches the soul and evokes the deepest of emotion. Thank you for sharing your talent.

People keep saying hes an entry level composer because he doesn't write ridiculously hard stuff. I agree a lot of his compositions are relatively simple (btw he has written some extremely advanced stuff) but they're always perfect and very effective in getting emotion. Its not how hard he can make it, its about making it exactly what he wants and exactly what we hear and he does that better than most.

@robertobonomo7983

4 жыл бұрын

c est parfois plus difficile de jouer un morceau lent qui demande plus de musicalité q un morceau super rapide avec seulement de la technique exemple certains morceaux manouches ou tu brodes pendant un quart heure

@mauricecruz2302

4 жыл бұрын

Quiccan comes to mind

@pottythepirate

4 жыл бұрын

The finest pieces of music to my ears are the beautiful melodic ones - very often they're the simplest to play.

@lancerigby3662

4 жыл бұрын

Totally agree! I love this piece! It may be simple but I have no doubt that he can play whatever he wants.

@1celloheaven

4 жыл бұрын

@@robertobonomo7983 Never a truer word Roberto...well said.

Okay beautiful guitar, but can we talk about how good this recording is?? I can hear the headstock... All the details of the fretting, with a rich bottom end. Excellent work!

@bonniesfarm2066

3 жыл бұрын

What strings on such an instrument?

@louisesterhuizen7850

2 жыл бұрын

Very intelligent observation. I would dearly love to know how they managed to pull off such a superb recording ..equipment / setup etc.

@GlynnMartin

2 жыл бұрын

Home is the most beautiful song I have ever heard

2 жыл бұрын

Indeed, a very quality recording. Probably some thousands of dollars in equipment. There is no miracle here, you get what you pay for. Buy a couple of neumann condenser mics, good cables, etc, and the result will come...cheers

@arishtat4523

2 жыл бұрын

In one of the videos in the GSI Andrew York playlist you can actually see the elaborate mic setup. It's from another session but gives you an idea of how many mics they use. I also love the expressions on his face.

As a collector of vintage instruments for many years as well as a guitarist, I'm awestuck by the incredible tone of the Torres guitar. Any experienced guitarist will note the incredible accuracy of the octaval and harmonic notes along with the exceptional overall tone of this wonderfully constructed 129 year old masterpiece of a guitar. This all reflects what a true musical engineer Antonio Torres was and his legacy lives on today in the construction of modern day guitars based on his research and construction techniques. Also, kudos to Andrew York.......one damn fine guitarist who is able to awaken this century old gem of a guitar.....

@tomasrodriguezguitar

4 жыл бұрын

check out Carles Trepat - I actually think you hear the true Torres tone a bit more in this recording: kzread.info/dash/bejne/nql_09eQlZufmtI.html Could be the gut strings also...

@kitharodia1952

3 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/goeq1caJlcysmrA.html

There is nothing "simple" about sincere expression. Even the softest spoken phrase "I love you" whispered with heartfelt conviction carries enough complexity to save a life. This is mastery on so many different levels... to the very production and sound engineering. Beautiful.

@cherrywilson1556

4 жыл бұрын

William Johnson Music Very well said! Couldn’t agree more.

@selwynkatz519

3 жыл бұрын

You said it... it's all about artistry...beauty & soul...one of the most beautiful pieces every written.

@pkrones

3 жыл бұрын

Beautifully said, William.

@WilliamJohnsonmusic

3 жыл бұрын

@@pkrones thank you!

@Phlloyd1

3 жыл бұрын

Wow. You have just summed up what 'sublime' means. Thank you for sharing your thoughts. As I listen to this beautiful piece, sip a coffee and contemplate what you wrote....my day will be energized!

I can't believe how beautiful this guitar sounds. And in the hands of an absolute master, a living legend - what a treat.

The tone of this guitar is haunting!

What an amazing tone from a 130 year old instrument.

@vibratingstring

7 жыл бұрын

violins also get better with age. But unlike guits, there are tons of 130 year old fiddles around. You can pick them up for under a grand easily. My son plays one.

@jgrossma

7 жыл бұрын

Ricardo, I didn't say they got better with time, I said the tone was amazing for a 130 year old guitar. They don't all sound like that!

@castor5001

7 жыл бұрын

Ricardo Hernández you wrong wood with edge change properties and quality. it not necessarily get better but definitely change. it creates patina it will balance its moisture contend. it will expand and contract creates force with in the instrument that will change sounds with edges. but not necessarily better just different.

@jgrossma

7 жыл бұрын

I didn't really want to get into this, but I'll add my two cents here. In *some* cases guitars tone can improve with age as the woods they are built with lose moisture content. Obviously, in THIS case, any change of this sort would have happened 100 years ago! Some people think that as a guitar is actually played, the glue joints and soundboard "break in" from vibration over time and this can improve the tone of an instrument. I've also seen claims made that the actual physical/molecular structure of components in the wood can change over many years with glue and resins in the wood crystallizing, etc, and this can alter the tone. Again, I'm a bit skeptical, but people do believe this. Some think the CONVERSE is true too. . .that the wood breaks down over many years, and older thin wood top guitars in particular can actually sound WORSE over time for this reason.

@jgrossma

7 жыл бұрын

In this particular case, not having heard this instrument 130 years ago, I have no opinion if it improved or not since Torres built itbut I will add one more thing. Antonio Torres built guitars in an era of catgut strings. York is playing this instrument with modern synthetic/wire wrapped strings. Obviously this is subjective, but I personally think the modern strings do sound better than the older gut ones. Which means that this guitar probably does sound better today than in Torres's time, with the improvement having nothing to do with the instrument itself!

Closed my eyes to recall memories of my childhood homes before parent’s separation.

My husband is in the ICU fighting COVID. Myself and our three little girls want him to get well and come HOME to us. This is one the hardest things I've gone through! I love you my love!

@cygnus83

3 жыл бұрын

I hope everyone is home and healthy.

@pepeguitarful

3 жыл бұрын

From Spain. My heart is with you and your family. This is a time to fight and be strong. God bless all those in the same situation. 🙏

@thomasspoulos615

3 жыл бұрын

I felt GREAT today until I read this sad scenario. I hope all works out!!!

@felipegonzalez7304

3 жыл бұрын

God speed! To you and yours!

@ruhulaminappleid1085

3 жыл бұрын

Wish and hope by now he is safe and healthy and have been able to be with U all 4 ladies, Home. BTW, I have 2 girls so I know how hard I can fight to remain with 3 women, lucky him. All the very best

This is life! 🙏 Its 3:17AM in India and I am lost in your music sir. No words to describe your greatness sir. No distortion can take this place. Ever.

Just imagine this escenario: Bob Ross painting while Andrew is playing this masterpiece.

@craiglopresto3322

4 жыл бұрын

I would fall asleep never to reawaken lol

@philjohnson4607

4 жыл бұрын

Craig Lopresto beautiful

@cristiantrejo9201

4 жыл бұрын

I imagine heaven like that

@seattlebeast6165

4 жыл бұрын

And you with them for imagining such a beautiful thing ;)

@WysteriaGuitar

4 жыл бұрын

I thought this was Bob Ross!

For the duration of that, my mad, mad world stopped. Thankyou

Absolute magic, with nary a misplaced note or unnecessary flair, stirring the soul of homecoming. That he can play so brilliantly, with eyes closed, just being there in the shroud of sound, blows my mind.

Possibly the most beautiful thing I've ever heard

York with his guitar become one. He simply transfers his heart into the strings

My guitar teacher was playing this piece the other day when I came in and I instantly said, "HOW BEAUTIFUL!" and he laughed and said, "I knew you'd like this one, it's your type"...Damn he does know me lol

I feel calm and at peace with the world listening to this.

This and my morning coffee - just beautiful :)

Perfect in every way. The piece, guitarist and guitar.

Ive played guitar for 50 years and studied classical guitar for 2 years. When i first heard Andrew play i was mesmerized. "Home" is one of the most beautiful pieces of music i have listened to. Classical study is a tough road road but with Andrew as inspiration my desire to learn has become insatiable. Thank you from my heart!

@kellmerWF52

2 жыл бұрын

It is very similar to Tommy Emanual's pieces

Who cares how technical?? Andrew is one of the finest composers of the guitar. His works are beautifully emotional and, convey GREAT artistry! Not only is he a brilliant virtuoso, but he and his wife are wonderful people!! Thank you Andrew for what you have given and will give to the beauty of the classical guitar!!!

I am listening this piece for the 20th time and still it touches me... 😢😌♥️

Eyes closed, but mind and soul covering thousands of miles of beautiful field covered with music

This performance has been at the top of my list for years. Nothing beats it for simple beauty played on a superb instrument by a true artist. Always leaves me a little choked up. Thank you, Andrew.

@sergius28

3 жыл бұрын

💯💯👏👏👏

@user-bq5tn1zj3w

Жыл бұрын

💯❤❣

How I could’ve played and been around guitars for most of my 67 years and have not sat down to hear Andrew play until now? Oh Lordy! He’s really magnificent!

Im not the greatest guitarist. But i hope one day when everything settles and im at peace, i can take all the practice ive put into guitar and make something worth listening. Thank you sir, i have been inspired.

@sergioavalos9343

5 жыл бұрын

este video apesta usted esta totalmente sordo para que le guste tamaña porqueria . saludos

@AlejandroGonzalez-wo5fk

5 жыл бұрын

Keep strong my brodaaa! As long as theres hope the fight can still go on!!

@Aris4tote

5 жыл бұрын

Explore with improvisation. Experience to make your way.

@lungflogger9

4 жыл бұрын

there is no "greatest guitarist". learn to perform ONE tune cleanly and with expression and you will have accomplished the purpose of the art which is to communicate an emotion.

@shiroumxm2052

4 жыл бұрын

the good thing of guitar is never is too late , just have to grab it and play

The internet can bring out the worst in people, but the best also. This video (including the comments!) is a good example of the good side of the net and social media. Thanks!

@michaelschenk6686

5 жыл бұрын

nice comment

@dragoncelso7747

5 жыл бұрын

Very few people know of this place

@xzysyndrome

5 жыл бұрын

I love when people get together to compliment the scent of their own farts.

@bjjguyphila

4 жыл бұрын

@@xzysyndrome Bunch of Prius drivers. (JK I love Andrew York's playing, if not his wardrobe)

@nationalsocialist8382

4 жыл бұрын

Energy

Music that melts hard hearts and soothens broken hearts

It's so freaking enjoyable to watch him play. His eyes closed eyes look like smiles.

I am moved to tears every time I listen that ! Andrew York can do impossible things. Thank You !

There's something in this piece that takes away all the fears in me.

I have been listening to and playing classical guitar for over 50 years and never have I heard such a moving beautiful piece of music. Incredibly played with such feeling, by the genius who created it. Bravo Andrew York you are truly amazing.

Simply beautiful,.....soul enriching beautiful. Thank God for musically talented people like you sir, bravo

Can’t stop listening to it. Sound is amazing.

Just clicked the video to look at the old instrument, and watched till the end having a goosebumps. That's the magic of music.

I wish i could watch this again for the first time.

Andrew York’s playing is pure, and his compositions are pure genius.

There are 969,000 views of this, and I swear, 1,000 of them are mine. I can't get enough of this piece. The word I keep coming up with to describe it is "transcendent."

@sijunsguitarstudio7709

5 жыл бұрын

Maybe another 1000 views from me. No matter I am sad or happy, it just calms me down.

@marchwu2109

5 жыл бұрын

Pretty sure yt view counting doesn't work like that, but yes i have replayed this many times

This has to be one of the most beautiful melodies.

This is the purpose of music: To let you feel emotions in your soul. What a beautiful piece and perfect interpretation!

I come back to this one over and over again!

So magnificent, revealing the immense power of music.

I have no idea who would give this a thumbs down, I can only assume it was a mistake due to them not having their contacts in! This man is in love with this beautiful piece and is a master of his art. Thank you Andrew York I am more woman for listening.

I think i can die in peace now. Thank you my friend for this wonder notes!

When someone leaves this guitar he is able to open or record any soul that is trapped by suffering or an illusion, he is able to propel our sacred energy light years towards the planet Love, and also what is necessary for us to be human, but more amazing to see over 669 people in negativity. See here and don't know how to appreciate the melody, since they say they are alive, and yes they are ... they are experiencing a feeling that they are not able to build or be love. But, it is beautiful to realize that 31 thousand people liked it! This is wonderful! Congratulate Andrew York for not only playing his instrument, but above all transmitting love to him. For me, a great artist, full of good feelings seen so clearly in every note he plays. Thank you my friend and may the universe give you much more joy and love in your life. Hassin Ghannam

Absolutely one of the most beautiful pieces I've heard.

@shiroumxm2052

5 жыл бұрын

you need to listen more guitarrists then

@sunkillsmoon

4 жыл бұрын

@@shiroumxm2052 or Maybe this is just one of his favorite pieces and you shouldn't talk crap lol

Not only breathtaking, but equally, breath-giving life to a tired soul seeking peace in a chaotic world. Thank you!

@johnliebenthal

2 ай бұрын

Coming back and reading the comments again after learning this piece four years ago, I want to play it for more people. Apparently, it soothes the heart universally. Good medicine. I learned it while grieving the loss of my mother and just after I had written her obituary and life sketch. In the first part, I see her childhood, full of hope but even then some sadness. Middle part is when she struggled with society and rose to maturity, then began to dance. Last part is when the brain injury left her a shell of a person yet with the same spirit and goodness. End is the powerful legacy and ascent into the spirit world. All of this guides my interpretation when I play it and it is my eulogy to her, her enduring character, and her special heart.

The separation of voices... truly amazing!

@kitharodia1952

3 жыл бұрын

kzread.info/dash/bejne/goeq1caJlcysmrA.html

Mr. Andrew York’s solo “Home” was published in the year 2018, when he was 30 years of age. He was born in 1958. He continues to contribute & performs in many countries. Mr. York won two Grammy awards in 2006. “Home” has been his most popular piece.

@houyang5396

7 ай бұрын

(Update) He published “Home” at age 60.

Whshooooo! That is powerful, that is moving, that brings tears, deep down...

In my opinion York has the magic, of being one of the best composers for guitar I could think of Even though his compositions seem to be relatively easy to play , the take them to the level he give them is simply not easy This man’s work has inspired me to the point of buying a classical concert guitar and returning my guitar studies on my own after approximately 15 years of absolutely no activity Had the old guitar I had hanging in the wall for about 8 consecutive years And from May of last year (2023) to now Jan 2024 I’ve recovered all the technique I had and more to the point of practicing right now Sunburst, all you need in life to succeed in anything in life is love and work into it

Andrew York...Are you praying with your guitar? I play a lot and it's only for me and for God..and for my patient wife and the kitty cats. My playing...learning...and growing with the guitar has become a spiritual exercise for me. This lovely piece sounds like guitar prayer. Thanks....

This really sound like feeling homesick. Imagening your home and how good it felt. Have a great day everyone!

York never ceases to impress. Love his music so much.

I just can't tell who is enjoying more listening to this song, audiences or him

Tears, just tears, for all those who have lost their home in these recent horrific California and Oregon fires, or anywhere.

IMHO this composition could also be called “perfection” because without a doubt that’s what it is. 🙏

More than just sound. On hearing his play, all my memories of the past flew like an arrow.

Wow, I'm speechless. So beautiful, and such a pristine sound. Sorry for the 18 "dislikers", try listen again-:)

@AnnetteYork

7 жыл бұрын

I guess that the dislikers are simply jealous.

@lynnvallons6029

7 жыл бұрын

I can't believe how you can dislike this, then what exactly don't you like, his hat?

@FinnJackiePedersen

7 жыл бұрын

I didn't say i dislike it, on the contrary, so I don't understand your comment.

@alvisonhunter

7 жыл бұрын

Lynn Vallons he is just wondering why this beautiful performance has dislikes.. it's amazing!

@keithlillie2392

7 жыл бұрын

I see this on many videos. I think they are just people trolling. You would have to be somebody who hates sound of any kind to not like this.

That was so peaceful and beautiful. This man is a master.

This man doesn't play a piece of music, he IS the music

My wife is a really incredible guitarist and can memorize pieces on the instrument very quickly... So once, when we were teens, I had had a particularly bad day and couldn't sleep that night. So, knowing how much I love classical music, she learned this piece and sat next to my bed playing it all night until I fell asleep. I can't listen to it without getting a little teary-eyed now.

@markbryant4641

4 жыл бұрын

@Daniel P Nordquist HA!!! True?

@Ty-mu7gl

4 жыл бұрын

That is literally so beautiful it moved me to tears

@formerlyerdoys9176

4 жыл бұрын

@@Ty-mu7gl The comment was copy and pasted lol. This guy makes the same comment on lots of guitar videos. You were fooled lol

@JeanClaudePeeters

4 жыл бұрын

How touching! Knowing how much you love 'classical' music, you probably are aware this is a very recent piece. So once, when you were teens, last year or so... Knowing people write fake comments for the sake of it leaves me a little teary-eyed now... Could you send your wife to quickly learn something (I like Capricho Arabe...) and play it until I sleep? Please?

@formerlyerdoys9176

4 жыл бұрын

@@JeanClaudePeeters Great choice with Capricho Arabe. If you are single, you could date our band. Then we could recreate that romantic moment where you get all sleepy and we play it for you. In the real though, this guy making this same post/comment on every guitar video is just evidence that alternate realities are starting to blend together online. The internet makes verging dimensions a thing. Hence we erdoys. The four of us come from different time and space and things and stuff. Oh, and another thing.

It's not so often that art makes you experience the warmth of familiarity, or what we could define in our lives as 'home', for this to be made and expressed so well is precious indeed.

You tell how expressive a composer is, by the relationship of the title and the story to the music. I’m not aware of anyone who does that better than Andrew York. It is not a mastery of technique, nor a mastery of musical understanding. It is a God-given ability to relay a feeling through sound. This is rare

Every note is sending us a message of feeling, love, greatness. How inspiring to listen to your music, I admire you!!

I watch waterfall vids while listening to this .Memorys of the past fill my mind of all that have journeyed life and moved to some other level .Beautiful and sad in some eternal way.

Thank you Andrew York for such beauty, expression, and music magic.

I've heard this song a hundred times at least. It's getting better the more often I listen to it. Thanx Andrew

Absolutely gorgeous composition.

Had a REALLY bad week and this on a Monday is like a big neon sign saying it's going to be okay. Thank you sir, sincerely.

Joy of creation, joy of life. That's the real thing. Thank you Andrew.

I can't remember the last time a piece of music made me cry. Thank you for this!

The sound of that guitar is just exquisite, and Mr. York is a master. This is the kind of performance that can move you and bring you to tears.

Oh my gosh...my soul feels revived and the life is flowing through my veins while the stress melts away - this song is simply peaceful and wonderful.

He may look like your old yuppie that spent a little too much time in his local Chinatown but my gosh can this man play incredibly. Respect to you Mr. Andrew York.

A tender, most inspiring piece. The clear, caressing tone of the guitar is astounding, over a hundred years after its design and manufacture.

The harmony of the notes are exquisite. I have always enjoyed instrumental music. This type of music is pleasing to the mind.

This is piece and the artists plays it so it conveys both happy and sad(longing) emotions at the same time. Just some beautiful restraint and a man putting his soul to them strings.

This is a masterpiece. For the world needs this wonderful music so that we can all learn together in peace. Thank you.

He plays every note through his expressions. Exceptional.

I play classical guitar and this stunningly beautiful piece of music and performance by Andrew York touched my soul. I will continue to listen to it many times for the rest of my life.

Andy, Thank you for one of the most sublime, beautiful, evocative and soulful pieces you've ever composed. All the best, Mark

@MrIbgrant

7 жыл бұрын

I thoroughly agree with you all! Such soulful playing.

@sanchopi2310

6 жыл бұрын

Mark Westling

@marcoronincheese4909

6 жыл бұрын

Mark Westling So true may Andrew York rest in peace.

@MrPurespirits

6 жыл бұрын

Andy, Thank you.

@davidaston1095

5 жыл бұрын

Eh... why does he need to rest in peace? He is very much alive I believe

I can see this man feels what he plays about. He tells a story with the play. Wonderfull.

To me - one of the most meaningful pieces of music. Thankful.

Thank you Andrew York for playing this well. This I could listen to every day for the rest of my life.

What a lovely sound.

He's a true vessel in which the pure sound of music flows through. A true musician

If this doesnt move you with emotion nothing will...wow would love to hear this man in person..Just Beautiful sir. .

Beautiful! God bless you, Andrew York.

This is it. This is the perfection (performance, composition, and soul) I didn't think existed - until this video. The tone of that guitar and the delivery of this tune is nothing short of perfect. Would've paid good money to have been sitting behind those cameras.

My goodness. This piece is stunning. There's an unmistakeable feeling of nostalgia evoked in his playing. Quite aptly named 🤔

Found this magic after searching for more than 9 years. ❤

When I'm stressed out I just put my earphones on and close my eyes and breathe to this beautiful piece!

Why did it take me so long to find out about this fine composer guitarist?Many joyful hours in front of me checking out his albums.

This is an absolutely beautiful amazing song/piece of art. It just about brings tears to my eyes it's so soulful. I listen to this and think about how deeply I love my two sons and how much i want the best for them. So moving. Bravo sir.

This piece reminds me of what my “home” is, people that i adore and adore me, people that really take efforts to care for me, to cherish me, to see my happy face. They are home for me.

@chrismartinelli7433

3 жыл бұрын

Beautiful commentary. Sometimes music without lyrics say more. Glad you posted.

Great depth, vibrato humming the seat of the soul, a great hymn to accompany across the other side, nice final note that rings clear as a silver 🔔 bell. Thanks 🙏

@sergius28

3 жыл бұрын

Bravo 💯💯👏👏👏