Uploaded June 2023 | Updated September 2026, 2 weeks ago
In my channel I try to bring you captivating orchestral covers of beloved songs. In this new rendition, I present to you my orchestral cover of "Take on Me" by A-ha. πΆπ This epic orchestral cover is accompanied by a video I created as an homage to the original video clip, featuring stunning pencil sketch art by MidJourney. I call it "TAKE ON MID".
π΅π "Take on Me" is a timeless 80s hit that has enchanted music lovers across the globe. This synth-pop masterpiece, released in 1984, quickly soared to the top of the charts and became one of A-ha's signature songs. Did you know that the iconic music video for "Take on Me" won multiple awards and is hailed as one of the most innovative and memorable videos of all time? ππΊ
In this rendition by orchestra of "Take on Me", I aimed at using the power of a full orchestral assembly to breathe new life into this beloved classic. Through a symphony of strings, brass, and woodwinds, let's embark on a sonic journey that will reignite your passion for this iconic anthem. πΆπ
For the accompanying video of this instrumental cover, I wanted to pay homage to the original "Take on Me" video, which captivated audiences with its unique blend of live-action and pencil-sketch animation. Using Midjourney AI's incredible art generation, I've tried to recreate the essence of that mesmerizing visual style. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of hand-drawn sketches and embark on a nostalgic journey through the realms of art and music. ποΈπ½οΈ This is "TAKE ON MID".
Join me on this exhilarating musical adventure and be sure to hit that "Subscribe" button to stay tuned for more orchestral covers of your favorite songs. Let's unite through the power of music and keep the spirit of these timeless classics alive! πΆπ
π Don't forget to hit the notification bell to be alerted whenever I release a new orchestral piece! Thank you for joining me on this musical journey. Let's make magic together! β¨π΅π«
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Credits:
Original Songwriters/Performers: Magne Furuholmen, Morten Harket, PΓ₯l Waaktaar
Orchestral cover arranged and recorded by: Idan Schneider (@cartoonartist)
Video Production: Idan Schneider
Art: Generated using MidJourney5 (with paid license)
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In my channel I try to bring you captivating orchestral covers of beloved songs. In this new rendition, I present to you my orchestral cover of "Take on Me" by A-ha. πΆπ This epic orchestral cover is accompanied by a video I created as an homage to the original video clip, featuring stunning pencil sketch art by MidJourney. I call it "TAKE ON MID".
π΅π "Take on Me" is a timeless 80s hit that has enchanted music lovers across the globe. This synth-pop masterpiece, released in 1984, quickly soared to the top of the charts and became one of A-ha's signature songs. Did you know that the iconic music video for "Take on Me" won multiple awards and is hailed as one of the most innovative and memorable videos of all time? ππΊ
In this rendition by orchestra of "Take on Me", I aimed at using the power of a full orchestral assembly to breathe new life into this beloved classic. Through a symphony of strings, brass, and woodwinds, let's embark on a sonic journey that will reignite your passion for this iconic anthem. πΆπ
For the accompanying video of this instrumental cover, I wanted to pay homage to the original "Take on Me" video, which captivated audiences with its unique blend of live-action and pencil-sketch animation. Using Midjourney AI's incredible art generation, I've tried to recreate the essence of that mesmerizing visual style. Immerse yourself in the captivating world of hand-drawn sketches and embark on a nostalgic journey through the realms of art and music. ποΈπ½οΈ This is "TAKE ON MID".
Join me on this exhilarating musical adventure and be sure to hit that "Subscribe" button to stay tuned for more orchestral covers of your favorite songs. Let's unite through the power of music and keep the spirit of these timeless classics alive! πΆπ
π Don't forget to hit the notification bell to be alerted whenever I release a new orchestral piece! Thank you for joining me on this musical journey. Let's make magic together! β¨π΅π«
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Credits:
Original Songwriters/Performers: Magne Furuholmen, Morten Harket, PΓ₯l Waaktaar
Orchestral cover arranged and recorded by: Idan Schneider (@cartoonartist)
Video Production: Idan Schneider
Art: Generated using MidJourney5 (with paid license)
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This is a fan-made cover version. Copyrights to the original music/songs belong to their respective authors/owners. All rights reserved.
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Which orchestral cover would you like to hear next? Let me know in the comments.
![Hatikvah (National Anthem of Israel) - Orchestra Instrumental [HQ] - ΧΧͺΧ§ΧΧΧ](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/VGCfFv9YnY0/mqdefault.jpg "Hatikvah (National Anthem of Israel) - Orchestra Instrumental [HQ] - ΧΧͺΧ§ΧΧΧ
Hatikvah (literally: The Hope) is the national anthem of Israel. The words express the 2000 year old hope of the Jews to return to their homeland.
The video clip shows a scene from the Arch of Titus in Rome. The arch was constructed in 81 AD to commemorate the Roman victory over the great Jewish rebellion in Judaea (70 AD). Thus began the nearly 2000 year old exile of Jews from their homeland, which ended with the establishment of the modern state of Israel.
The scene depicts a Roman Triumph led by Jewish slaves, exposing artifacts captured during the war. One of the artifacts is the Menorah (ΧΧ ΧΧ¨Χ), a central religious artifact looted from the Jewish Temple in Jerusalem (the Second Temple), which the Romans burnt to the ground after capturing Jerusalem. The Menorah later became the emblem of the modern state of Israel (appearing at the end of the video).
Thus the symbol of Jewish defeat and exile became a symbol renewed Jewish independence and life in their ancient homeland.
The modern state of Israel was established only a few years after Jews suffered their greatest tragedy, the genocide of around 6 million European Jews by Nazi German and its collaborators during the 2nd World War.
This is an instrumental cover I created of Hatikva. The DAW I used for this orchestral MIDI remake is Reaper. Strings (violins, viola, cello, deep strings) dominate the first part of the song. Epic-style cinematic instruments dominate the second part, instruments such as brass instrument (trumpets, horns), oboe, clarinets, flutes, harp, and percussion instruments (timpani drums, drums, cymbals) .
Credits:
Lyrics: Naftali Herz Imber
Composer: Shmuel Cohen (after an adaptation of a Moldavian/Romanian folk-song, Carul cu boi)
Cover version arranged and recorded by: Idan Schneider
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![Words (Dont Come Easy) - F.R. David - Piano/Cello/Violin Cover [HQ]](https://i.ytimg.com/vi/XrRiTGV7pnI/mqdefault.jpg "Words (Dont Come Easy) - F.R. David - Piano/Cello/Violin Cover [HQ]
β€οΈ Words by F.R. David - Piano, cello and violin cover arrangement β€οΈ
This is a re-orchestrated HQ cover of F.R Davids Words, originally released in 1982. Cello, piano, viola and violin are the instruments that partake in this instrumental cover version.
The DAW I used for this MIDI recording this is Reaper. The violin, viola and cello I used are from Spitfires Solo Strings library. The piano I used is Kompletes Noire.
Credits:
Originally performed by: F.R. David
This cover version was arranged and recorded by Idan Schneider (@cartoonartist)
Images licensed by MidJourney
Lyrics:
Words dont come easy to me
How can I find a way to make you see I love you
Words dont come easy
Words dont come easy to me
This is the only way for me to say I love you
Words dont come easy
Well, Im just a music man
Melodies are so far my best friend
But my words are coming out wrong
Girl, I reveal my heart to you and
Hope that you believe its true cause
Words dont come easy to me
How can I find a way to make you see I love you
Words dont come easy
This is just a simple song
That Ive made for you on my own
Theres no hidden meaning you know when I
When I say I love you honey
Please believe I really do cause
Words dont come easy to me
How can I find a way to make you see I love you
Words dont come easy
It isnt easy, words dont come easy
Words dont come easy to me
How can I find a way to make you see I love you
Words dont come easy
Dont come easy to me
This is the only way for me to say I love you
Words dont come easy
This is a fan-made re-orchestrated version. Copyrights to the original music/songs belong to their respective authors/owners. All rights reserved.")
