Ave Maria (Schubert) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2021-12-08 | A chill cello performance / arrangement of Schubert's "Ave Maria".๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/6YgHT1wcDsoF3jfjdOTCxMWhen my friends over at Little Symphony Records reached out asking if I would record something for their instrumental holiday album, I immediately knew I wanted to record "Ave Maria." This piece represents all of what I love about the winter season โ pure, warm, and peaceful, and introspective. Usually I donโt have time to record anything for the holidays since itโs so busy leading up to it, but Iโm glad I finally had the chance to record this!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Barbie Girl (Aqua) โ Chill Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2023-07-23 | A dreamy instrumental cello version of "Barbie Girl" by Aqua.๐ Sheet Music: musicnotes.com/l/crhNb๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/6SCU1OWbezOhMfD6epvist๐ป More Cello Covers: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeOXtkOI0wjwezdrb884mlC5_g6YGBEMhAs a 90s kid, this catchy song was all around during my childhood. I was glad to see it get incorporated in the soundtrack to Greta Gerwig's new film โ I found it stuck in my head once again and felt compelled to put a more dreamy spin on it.๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: @NotesWithNicholas ๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Inside a House (The Legend of Zelda) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2023-07-14 | Little cello arrangement of the house theme from The Legend of Zelda!๐ก Sheet Music: (Solo) musicnotes.com/l/3KMNm, (Full) musicnotes.com/l/MLbN4๐น๏ธ More Video Game Soundtracks on Cello: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeOXtkOI0wjzJzX9YKSDuTZxg_K7FlajzI love this playful tune that first showed up in Ocarina of Time, and I've been so happy to see different versions of it included in Zelda games since! Breath of the Wild has such an iconic minimal take on the theme. And when Tears of the Kingdom came out a couple months ago, the first thing I did was check to see how they arranged the house theme. The version I'm playing here is based on Twilight Princess, which I like for its lower key signature and the bridge that loops back into the main theme.๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: @NotesWithNicholas ๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Succession Theme x POWER (HBO / Kanye West) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2023-04-11 | Cello mashup of the theme from HBO's Succession and โPowerโ by Kanye West!๐ฟ Kanye West Cello Medley: youtu.be/S9GYP5cKAY8๐๏ธ More Cello Soundtracks: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeOXtkOI0wjwOHiCP0hePiVq2JeOWfP2GWith the final season of Succession airing on HBO, I felt like it was finally time to record an arrangement of the iconic soundtrack. That foreboding chord progression and the hip-hop influence that Nicholas Britell laced into the main theme are so perfectly evocative of the opulence and corruption that the series explores.When listening back to the main theme and the cello solo in the middle, I was reminded of another song with similar themes and its own gorgeous string parts โ of course I'm talking about Kanye West's "Power," the lead single from My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy. Turns out they are even in the same key, so I knew I had to do it!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: @NotesWithNicholas ๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
All Gone (No Escape) / The Last of Us โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2023-03-09 | Cello duet arrangement of "All Gone (No Escape)" from The Last of Us, composed by Gustavo Santaolalla.๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/1VHm9oeXv26WeypkkQySrPWhile getting hyped up for the HBO show this year, I've been diving into the game's original soundtrack and getting lost in the rich atmosphere it creates. The "All Gone" motif is peppered throughout the soundtrack, culminating in this full version called "No Escape." It's such a great example of how Gustavo Santaolalla establishes such simple but memorable themes, almost without you even noticing it, and then brings the music to the foreground at important moments while pulling on those themes for devastating emotional impact.๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: @NotesWithNicholas ๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Octopath Traveler II Main Theme โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2023-03-02 | Cello cover of the main theme from Octopath Traveler II, composed by Yasunori Nishiki. This video is sponsored by Square Enix!๐ฎ Check out Octopath Traveler II: bit.ly/NicholasYee_OctopathTravelerII๐น๏ธ More Video Game Soundtracks on Cello: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeOXtkOI0wjzJzX9YKSDuTZxg_K7FlajzIf youโve played Octopath Traveler then youโre familiar with its brilliant music. The soundtrack is an instant classic with its atmospheric instrumentation, nostalgic melodies, and memorable character themes. Thereโs also some lovely cello music that I regularly perform at weddings and events!The sequel just came out, with a revamped version of the iconic main theme and 8 new characters that all have their own unique music. Thanks so much to Square Enix (@squareenixna) for sponsoring this video in celebration of the release of Octopath Traveler II!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: @NotesWithNicholas ๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Take on Me (a-ha / The Last of Us) โ Cello + Guitar ft. @DavidJayTheSpaniard Nicholas Yee 2023-02-23 | Cello + guitar cover of "Take on Me" by a-ha, inspired by Ellie's acoustic version from The Last of Us Part II. Shot in Edmonton, Canada where the actual HBO show was filmed.๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/1VHm9oeXv26WeypkkQySrPDavid and I were getting together to record our arrangement of the main theme from The Last of Us when he brought up the idea of recreating this intimate acoustic version of "Take on Me" that Ellie sings in the second game. If you've heard any of my pop covers then you know I love putting a slow, sad spin on upbeat tunes so this was right up my alley. I'm also a sucker for a detailed solo guitar accompaniment, and we had a great time figuring out how to make both parts pair naturally.Thanks to The Butternut Tree restaurant for letting us film in their gorgeous space with this amazing view of the Alberta Legislature building, the actual filming location for the ending of episode 2 of "The Last of Us."thebutternuttree.caThanks as well to our friend Justin Khuong from Bardic Form for lending David this beautiful Taylor guitar to record and film with!bardicform.comDavid Jay๐บ YouTube: @DavidJayTheSpaniard ๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/davidjaythespaniard๐ Facebook: facebook.com/davidjaythespaniardNicholas Yee๐ชถ My Second Channel: @NotesWithNicholas ๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
The Last of Us Theme โ Cello + Flamenco Guitar ft. @DavidJayTheSpaniard Nicholas Yee 2023-02-14 | Flamenco guitar + cello cover of the main theme from The Last of Us! Shot in Edmonton, Canada where the actual HBO show was filmed.๐ Sheet Music: musicnotes.com/l/gj9hS๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/1VHm9oeXv26WeypkkQySrPUp here in Alberta, it seems everyone has been especially hyped about The Last of Us. From hearing that the production was taking over parts of our home towns during filming, to seeing familiar sites in the trailer and now the show, itโs been so fun to follow along! Of course it probably also helps that the show has been absolutely phenomenal so far.I knew I had to get my good friend David Jay on board for this, given the soundtrackโs signature use of guitar by Gustavo Santaolalla. David is a huge fan of the games, a generous collaborator, and the most incredible classical guitarist I know. So thankful to David for bringing a flamenco flair and vibrant energy to this project!I also knew we couldnโt miss the opportunity to showcase something recognizable from the show. Huge thanks to The Butternut Tree restaurant for letting us film in their gorgeous space with this amazing view of the Alberta Legislature building, the actual filming location for the ending of episode 2.thebutternuttree.caDavid Jay๐บ YouTube: youtube.com/@davidjaythespaniard๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/davidjaythespaniard๐ Facebook: facebook.com/davidjaythespaniardNicholas Yee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Romantic Comedies โ 3 Beautiful Themes on Cello Nicholas Yee 2023-02-02 | Cello arrangements of themes from The Holiday (2006), The Princess Diaries (2001), and While You Were Sleeping (1995).๐๏ธ More Cello Soundtracks: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeOXtkOI0wjwOHiCP0hePiVq2JeOWfP2GOver the last few years I've been rediscovering the scores from old romantic comedy films and realizing how beautiful and charming the music from those films is, as well as the films themselves! Here are three of my favourites, originally written by Hans Zimmer, John Debney, and Randy Edelman.0:00 โ The Holiday1:12 โ The Princess Diaries3:25 โ While You Were Sleeping๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: @NotesWithNicholas ๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Game of Thrones x Carol of the Bells (Carol of Thrones) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2022-12-24 | Cello mashup of โCarol of the Bellsโ and the theme from Game of Thrones! I'm not sure if I'm going to be able to publish sheet music or release this one for streaming since it's a mashup, but you can check out the links to my Game of Thrones Medley from a few years ago below.๐ฅ Video: youtu.be/Jr_3mUGOacI๐ถ Sheet Music: (Solo) mnot.es/2LC9GfK, (Full) mnot.es/2C4vMIl๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/4BSUFUurnQGpBtqKb4b8nS๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Paint it Black (Wednesday Addams / Westworld) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2022-12-10 | Had to join in on the fun and record a version of this Wednesday Addams cello arrangement of The Rolling Stones' "Paint it Black" from the Netflix series!๐ค Sheet Music: (Solo) musicnotes.com/l/Paint_It_Black_Solo, (Full) musicnotes.com/l/Paint_It_Black_Full๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/3AId9wXG0hwABkJjVk4R0JI started watching the show last week and I've been pleasantly surprised! Love all of the characters and how committed the actors are to their roles, the fun mystery of the plot, and just the right amount of camp. Also love to see the cello representation!When I heard this piece in the first episode I immediately thought back to Ramin Djawadi's memorable arrangement of the same song from HBO's "Westworld," so I thought I'd throw in a bit of that suspenseful intro too!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: @NotesWithNicholas ๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Die for You (Joji) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2022-11-12 | Cello cover of "Die for You" by Joji.๐ฟ Joji Cello Playlist: youtube.com/watch?v=OWiChzk2nY8&list=PLeOXtkOI0wjwfPkhVEDIjWwkUcyA0mb8lBeen waiting for this new album for a long time and it's really interesting to see what Joji delivered! The theme of trying and failing to move on is a natural progression from the more angsty, jealous themes on previous releases, and it's so perfectly captured in songs like this one and "Glimpse of Us." Couldn't get this melody out of my head and it turned out to be really well suited to the cello (and in my favourite key signature too)!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Over the Garden Wall Theme (Into the Unknown) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2022-10-16 | Cello + piano cover of the theme song from "Over the Garden Wall."๐ Sheet Music: musicnotes.com/l/T5hhp๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/1ktiYfgJTr7BwBYqVAucvsWhen October rolls around I'm always reminded of this beloved animated series, featuring iconic characters and voice acting, memorable storylines and plot twists, and some super catchy songs! I recently looked up the theme song "Into the Unknown" to listen to it again and I haven't been able to get it out of my head since!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Sweet Disposition (The Temper Trap) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2022-09-22 | Cello arrangement of "Sweet Disposition" by The Temper Trap.๐ป More Cello Covers: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeOXtkOI0wjwezdrb884mlC5_g6YGBEMhI recorded this piece after getting a request from a fan who wanted to surprise his wife on their 10th anniversary with a version of their favourite song! Listening back to the original, I was hit by a wave of nostalgia as I remembered it from one of my favourite movies, "500 Days of Summer." I had a lot of fun trying to recreate the iconic guitar riff and that pure falsetto melody.Congratulations Amy + Anant, wishing you all the very best!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Suzume / ใใใ (RADWIMPS) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2022-08-24 | Cello arrangement of โSuzume" by RADWIMPS + Toaka, from Makoto Shinkai's film Suzume no Tojimari / ใใใใฎๆธ็ท ใพใ.๐ง Weathering With You Medley: youtu.be/jVBFcAbjAlQThe trailer for this movie had me immediately hooked by the music. It's a little bit folksy, a little bit mysterious, and so catchy!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Running Up That Hill (Kate Bush / Stranger Things) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2022-07-04 | Cello cover of "Running Up That Hill" by Kate Bush, featured in season 4 of Stranger Things!๐ฆ Stranger Things Medley: youtu.be/OGe-WXhbmBgStranger Things has always made great use of 80s songs in its soundtrack, but I'd say this is probably the most impactful yet. And both the harmony and atmosphere of the song perfectly encapsulate the dark but also heartwarming tone that the show embraces at its most effective. I'm also just really happy to see this show that I loved from the start still going strong!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: @NotesWithNicholas ๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Glimpse of Us (Joji) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2022-06-14 | Cello cover of "Glimpse of Us" by Joji.๐ฟ Sheet Music: musicnotes.com/l/GlLM4๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/0VOArm6MDkuBJ907Dqv93YSo glad to hear some new Joji music! I was definitely surprised when this song came out โ you don't exactly expect the artist who helped define the lo-fi genre with his early projects to return to the spotlight with a song that has no beat at all. At the same time, it's such a fitting feature for his heartbreaking lyrics and signature vocal style. Excited to see what he's been cooking up for his new project!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
The Batman โ Cello Medley (Something in the Way / The Batman / Catwoman) Nicholas Yee 2022-04-25 | Cello medley of music from Matt Reeves' "The Batman," by Nirvana + Michael Giacchino.๐โโฌ Catwoman Sheet Music: (Solo) musicnotes.com/l/PQkMb, (Full) musicnotes.com/l/MZkMp๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/4zyGQaRpYCV6vx0pVOXo4Bโจ Ave Maria: youtu.be/b-xHiNPEMA4This film has already been really influential for me, for its music but also its production design and cinematography, and how it uses all of these to create such a distinct atmosphere around the characters. I was so excited with each track that was released earlier this year, revealing a little more about this new take on Gotham. I arranged the Catwoman theme just shortly after it came out but havenโt had time to recording anything since then, and after a while I just decided to make it a medley and put the whole Catwoman theme in there anyway.To be honest I wasnโt sure how this was going to turn out since all of these themes are tricky to get the tone right, but I had a lot of fun putting this together! My girlfriendโs been taking harp lessons so we had this harp in our apartment, and I thought the sound just fit so well for the main theme.Something in the Way โ 0:00The Batman โ 1:36Catwoman โ 3:55๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Leave the Door Open (Silk Sonic) โ Cello + Piano Cover Nicholas Yee 2022-02-14 | Cello + piano arrangement of "Leave the Door Open" by Bruno Mars + Anderson .Paak. Featuring my good friend Joselito De Los Angeles on the keys!Like everyone else, we've been obsessed with this song since it was released last year! I've been a huge fan of Anderson .Paak for years and I'm so happy to see his talents hitting the mainstream spotlight through Silk Sonic โ and even the Super Bowl! Joselito and I have had a chance to play at a number of weddings together, and knew we could do a slower take on this classic to make a perfect addition to our repertoire!Joselito recently started a string quartet project where he arranges music from indie games and films the videos. Check out their first release!youtu.be/JpijkxomNJMBig thanks to Brew + Bloom for letting us film this in their event space behind the cafe, called "The Secret Garden"!brewandbloom.ca๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: http://nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
The Book of Boba Fett Theme โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2022-01-09 | Cello cover of the theme from Star Wars' โThe Book of Boba Fett,โ composed by Ludwig Gรถransson.๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/7cVhiuqgPv7ZJSeiLsoYXD๐ถ Sheet Music: musicnotes.com/l/Cd3Mpโญ Star Wars Cello Playlist: youtube.com/watch?v=Pl7zXgqQlUI&list=PLeOXtkOI0wjyFofO4USw3E8oL2VwxbfUrBeen stoked about this show ever since it was announced at the end of "The Mandalorian" last year! As a big fan of both the original and prequel trilogies, I was so excited to see Boba Fett and Temuera Morrison back in Star Wars in The Mandalorian, and then thrilled that he would be getting his own show too. Love the strength, rhythms, and interwoven melodies in this new theme as well โ my twin and I thought it was time to invite our triplet for this arrangement!All sounds were produced using a cello, with the exception of a few percussion sounds that were recorded by my friend @DavidJayTheSpaniard hitting a guitar!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Enemy (Imagine Dragons / Arcane) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2021-11-28 | Cello arrangement of "Enemy" from Arcane: League of Legends, originally performed by Imagine Dragons.Arcane โ what a thrilling show! It's so rich in its world building and characters, while also showing a lot of restraint in what it reveals and suggests. It's also incredibly confident in its visual style and tone, and that's only strengthened by the eclectic music choices. So many great original songs that strike a unique balance of cinematic and pop. Thought this was a good opportunity to make a little beat and put my spin on the moody main theme!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Squid Game โ Cello Medley (Classical Music) Nicholas Yee 2021-11-12 | Classical music from Netflix's โSquid Game" performed on cello.๐ถ Sheet Music: (Duet) musicnotes.com/l/DBzMw, (Full) musicnotes.com/l/CDzMS๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/79AVHhNaJ5qb038a3h1zA8?How often do you have a global cultural phenomenon that features classical music so prominently, and also so poignantly? Having grown up in the classical world, I loved seeing the way "Squid Game" used classical music to set an ironic in-universe backdrop to violent scenes and comment on the darkness of the elite class, all while serving as an insanely catchy and entertaining soundtrack. This music has so much potential to be used in interesting and progressive ways, and that's something I was really happy to see in the show. Naturally, I had to bring back my twin for another collaboration. Didn't realize this music would be so difficult to perform โ guess I just need to practice more!Original music composed by Jung Jae-il, Franz Joseph Haydn, Johann Strauss II, and Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.Red Light, Green Light โ 0:00Trumpet Concerto โ 0:22The Blue Danube โ 1:03Serenade for Strings โ 2:13๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Only One (Kanye West) โ Chill Cello + Guitar ft. @ShawnXG Nicholas Yee 2021-08-30 | A chill cello + guitar cover of โOnly Oneโ by Kanye West and Paul McCartney!๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/5mKTiCJpD5MefBNmwSbVIe?One of the most unexpected surprises of my music career is the amount of wedding inquiries I've gotten related to my Kanye West Medley. Last fall, I got a request from Geoff in Maine who wanted to surprise his fiancรฉ, Mackenzie, with a special version of "Only One" for their wedding this summer. As things started opening up it seemed like it might be possible to travel and perform it in person, but we ultimately decided it would be safer to stick to the recording. And then Mackenzie ended up reaching out to request a song for the wedding without knowing Geoff already had! I thought that was so sweet, and I'm honoured that I got to be a part of their special day this summer. Congratulations Geoff + Mackenzie, wishing you all the best!I was honoured to record this together with Shawn, my dear friend and trusted partner for wedding performances who just had his own wedding this summer! Always a privilege to make music together, hopefully lots more to come!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyeeShawn XG๐บ YouTube: youtube.com/@shawnxg๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/shawnxgmusic๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/shawnxgmusic๐ Facebook: facebook.com/shawnxgNicholas Yee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: http://nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: http://nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Castaways (The Backyardigans) โ Chill Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2021-06-28 | Cello cover of โCastawaysโ from The Backyardigans.๐ถ Sheet Music: (Solo) musicnotes.com/l/N9qMQ, (Full) musicnotes.com/l/C78MZ๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/4iKruy7zlxlv0j4ALBQ0dFTaking a crack at the catchiest song of 2005! I'm so impressed that such a great song was part of a kids show, and I'm glad to see it getting a second life. There's so much art created for kids that doesn't get the same kind of serious appreciation it deserves just because it was made for a younger audience. Shoutout to the original composer Doug Wieselman!I've always been a big bossa nova fan, and I had so much fun trying to create that same chill, perpetual groove in this piece. I also recently moved out, so this is the first video filmed in in my own place! Guess you could say I'm a bit of a castaway myself now...๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Super Smash Bros. Brawl โ Cello Cover (arr. @jtaicello) Nicholas Yee 2021-05-23 | Cello arrangement of the theme from Super Smash Bros. Brawl!๐ฅ Watch the Full Medley: youtu.be/nu7D7QTSN20๐น๏ธ More Video Game Soundtracks on Cello: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeOXtkOI0wjzJzX9YKSDuTZxg_K7FlajzMy friend and fellow cellist Jeremy Tai reached out recently asking me to be a part of a medley of the Super Smash Bros. themes and I jumped at the opportunity! I didn't play a lot of games growing up, but I definitely remember playing a lot of Super Smash Bros. during sleepovers at friends' houses in junior high. The music always brings back nostalgic memories of those simpler times, back when all-nighters were actually fun.Really thankful to be a part of this cello community collaboration. Make sure to check out the full video on Jeremy's channel, featuring main themes from all the games in the series. He arranged everything and played all of the backing parts!youtube.com/JeremyTaiCELLO๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: @NotesWithNicholas ๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
We Dont Talk Anymore โ Chill Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2021-03-05 | Cello arrangement of โWe Donโt Talk Anymoreโ by Charlie Puth and Selena Gomez.๐ถ Sheet Music: (Solo) musicnotes.com/l/MTC4Q, (Full) musicnotes.com/l/gfCPw๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/2avjVf75rmp4MqHU62kBWK?si=3LxnHdBGRjum59joneNDhQFound myself listening to this song recently and thinking about the people Iโve fallen out of touch with, especially over the last year. Iโve never been great at keeping in touch with friends, and itโs even more difficult at a time when maintaining contact requires more deliberate effort, but I'm going to try and be better at this going forward. So hereโs a mellow version of this classic, an ode to distant friends and cherishing the people in our lives!Thank you also to Arden for her patience, even though I've also done a poor job staying connected while we're living apart.๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Avatars Love (Avatar: The Last Airbender) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2021-01-04 | Cello arrangement of "Avatar's Love" from Avatar: The Last Airbender.๐ถ Sheet Music: (Duet) musicnotes.com/l/VjxZX, (Full) musicnotes.com/l/tjxWb๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/1ZTouxHUTYhlxm3zb1N1ShSo I have to confess that I didn't watch this show as a kid. We didn't have cable growing up, so I definitely missed out. But after watching it on Netflix over the last few months, I was pleasantly surprised at how immersive and appealing it was even as an adult. The worldbuilding and character evolution are so rich and tightly woven together that I feel like this show is timeless. And of course I love a mellow soundtrack, so I thought I'd take some time over the holidays to put together an arrangement of this tender tune from the final scene of the series.Original music composed by Jeremy Zuckerman.๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Dancing in the Moonlight โ Chill Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2020-10-26 | Cello arrangement of "Dancing in the Moonlight" by King Harvest / Toploader.๐ More Cello Covers: youtube.com/playlist?list=PLeOXtkOI0wjwezdrb884mlC5_g6YGBEMhBack in the summer, I got a request from a couple who asked me to record a version of their special song for their wedding. I spent the last few months thinking about how to approach this arrangement, and how to capture the slow burning passion of making a promise to someone you care about so deeply.Congratulations Zac + Corinne, wishing you all the best!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Once Upon a Time in America (Morricone) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2020-07-12 | Cello arrangement of the theme from Once Upon a Time in America (1984), composed by Ennio Morricone.๐ถ Sheet Music: musicnotes.com/l/zvV8m๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/track/1yByLfxh53OWtdoR7tVNcc?si=Fq7ZKg58TRSj4ajZPHn_MQOf all the iconic melodies Ennio Morricone created throughout his incredible career, the theme from Once Upon a Time in America stands out to me as one of the most poignant, honest themes ever written.With his recent passing, I found myself thinking about this music and what it represents. A bittersweet, reflective theme for a story told in flashbacks. The final collaboration between Morricone and Sergio Leone, a partnership that defined the Western genre and was cut short by Leone's own passing. A slow-burning score that was unfortunately overlooked in the history of American cinema, but that I wanted to remember today.๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
The Weeknd โ Cello Medley Nicholas Yee 2020-05-15 | Cello medley of music by The Weeknd, from 2011 โ 2020.๐ถ Sheet Music: (Solo) musicnotes.com/l/Cktmm๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/7mjAHeL1hGqs9SaA5wD3vi?si=PQH226YBReWlT0km5n89IQI was in high school when The Weekndโs first EPs were released, and I remember being immediately impacted by his debut single. The contrast between his smooth tone and dark, moody production and melodies is something that Iโve often tried to explore using the cello. Over the years, Iโve been inspired not only by the pureness and honesty of his vocal style but also by his ability to tell a story with each release that is both fresh and familiar.With โAfter Hoursโ coming out this year and being such a culmination of his music so far, I wanted to arrange this medley to reflect on the music that Iโve grown with and capture its evolution up to this point.Wicked Games โ 0:00Montreal โ 2:04Tears in the Rain โ 3:02The Hills โ 3:53Die for You โ 5:11Lust for Life โ 5:44Call Out My Name โ 7:03Faith โ 8:33After Hours โ 9:18๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Faith (The Weeknd) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2020-03-31 | Cello arrangement of the outro from "Faith" by The Weeknd. Loving the entire 'After Hours' album, but this moment is probably my favourite.๐ฅ Watch the full medley here: youtu.be/d7drVweQkQc๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Run (Joji) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2020-02-18 | Cello cover of โRunโ by Joji.๐ถ Sheet Music: musicnotes.com/l/zhdqW๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/track/5Yze16LAXnJHrOKlrUUMpn?si=jUFJL_voSt2Z-XxCR3C6wQItโs been exciting to witness Jojiโs musical evolution. In "Run" he's more melodic and soulful than ever, and I'm looking forward to hearing he puts out next. Very thankful to @88rising for the opportunity, I had a lot of fun putting this together and trying to recreate that guitar solo!๐ฅ Make sure to check out the official music video for "Run": youtu.be/K09_5IsgGe8๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Weathering With You โ Cello + Piano Medley ft. @smyangpiano Nicholas Yee 2020-02-15 | Cello and piano medley of RADWIMPS music from โWeathering With You / Tenki no Ko (ๅคฉๆฐใฎๅญ)."๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/track/5HRKbl9F8QkqcxaG3197j3?si=eylA16boR6q9UyQRRfLtWAI was so excited to see this movie when it opened in North America a couple weeks ago. Itโs a gorgeous film, with an intricate and immersive animation style that is balanced out through humour, innocence, and a simple but powerful soundtrack.I wanted to put together a medley to try and reflect the purity and beautiful simplicity of these songs, so I immediately knew I wanted Sam (@smyangpiano) to lend his magic touch to the project. Always thankful for opportunities to collaborate together!0:00 โ Is There Still Anything That Love Can Do?ๆใซใงใใใใจใฏใพใ ใใใใ2:25 โ Clear Sky And Lossๆดๅคฉใจๅชๅคฑ2:59 โ Grand Escapeใฐใฉใณใใจในใฑใผใ๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyeeSmyang๐บ YouTube: youtube.com/user/fogotish๐ธ Instagram: http://instagram.com/smyaang๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/smyangpianoโ๏ธ SoundCloud: soundcloud.com/smyang-pianoNicholas Yee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
The Mandalorian Theme โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2020-01-23 | Cello cover of the theme from โThe Mandalorian,โ composed by Ludwig Gรถransson.๐ถ Sheet Music: (Duet) musicnotes.com/l/d7zXb, (Full) musicnotes.com/l/7GzZ4๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/4VJ4Wt8RzppVaFnV3sfxyXโญ Star Wars Cello Playlist: youtube.com/watch?v=Pl7zXgqQlUI&list=PLeOXtkOI0wjyFofO4USw3E8oL2VwxbfUrFinally got around to watching The Mandalorian, and I absolutely loved the music! Its sense of mystery, diverse textures, and tasteful homages to the soundtracks of classic western films are such a great match for the show. And like the show itself, the music introduces new ideas that expand and enrich the Star Wars galaxy.I particularly love the unique harmony and the strong countermelodies in the main theme, so I invited my twin back for this duet performance. Thanks to my good friend Joel for suggesting the show to me!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Princess Leias Theme โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2019-12-31 | Cello cover of โPrincess Leiaโs Themeโ from Star Wars, composed by the brilliant John Williams.๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/0vVG493Ac8Z3JDCMOdTMvFโญ Star Wars Cello Playlist: youtube.com/watch?v=Pl7zXgqQlUI&list=PLeOXtkOI0wjyFofO4USw3E8oL2VwxbfUrPrincess Leiaโs Theme might just be the greatest piece of music ever written for film. When I hear this piece, I think of the great unknown and all of its mysteries, questions that can never be answered. I think about the unimaginable expanses of space we can never traverse, the trillions of galaxies we share this universe with but will never visit. I think of Carrie Fisher and the ways that her energy, honesty, and wit are still at work in the universe today. For me, this music embodies and defines what it means to wonder.I first recorded this theme a few years back at the end of my Star Wars medley. Itโs so much fun to play because of its range and tempo changes, and itโs one of the few pieces I keep under my fingers regularly. I wanted to record a full version for another chance to do it justice with the arrangement and pacing.๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Seรฑorita (Shawn Mendes, Camila Cabello) โ Cello + Guitar ft. @DavidJayTheSpaniard Nicholas Yee 2019-11-06 | Cover of "Seรฑorita" by Shawn Mendes and Camila Cabello, performed on cello and Spanish acoustic guitar.๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/0Y6Q649vd0Ua1iCGJ8mCWzI first met David a few years back, and itโs been really exciting to see him carve out a niche for himself with his stage presence and unique blend of styles. Over the summer, I started getting some ideas for an arrangement of this song that would be a little slower and more expansive. I thought it would be a great opportunity to showcase Davidโs talents, and Iโm so thankful that he was able to lend his skills and creative enthusiasm to the project!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyeeDavid Jay๐บ YouTube: youtube.com/@davidjaythespaniard๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/davidjaythespaniard๐ Facebook: facebook.com/davidjaythespaniardNicholas Yee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Time (Inception) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2019-10-23 | Cello cover of "Time" from Inception, composed by Hans Zimmer.๐ถ Sheet Music: (Solo) musicnotes.com/l/GTrQP, (Full) musicnotes.com/l/9grFb๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/0SBaR9fGIyFlUNRqVgkRA4I remember being in awe of Inception when it was first released, and I keep going back to it as a source of inspiration in many ways. The pacing of the story and atmosphere of Hans Zimmerโs score are relentless, and Christopher Nolanโs signature theme of the struggle to gain normalcy and intimacy in life is pervasive and compelling."Time" provides the musical backdrop for the filmโs cathartic and ambiguous ending, and I wanted to recreate that feeling in an organic and bittersweet way. All sounds were made my a cello (and the clock in my bedroom haha). Thanks for listening!I fell in love with the beautiful design of this watch and wanted to create a video that would properly integrate and showcase it. I want to thank David from VOID Watches for doing such tasteful work and agreeing to be a part of this. Follow the link below to see the watch I wore in the video, and check out their other designs while you are there!voidwatches.com/products/ltd-v03w-365๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Phantom of the Opera โ Cello Medley Nicholas Yee 2019-08-20 | Medley of songs from "The Phantom of the Opera", featuring Katherine Pernal and Adam Caulfield!๐ถ Sheet Music: (Trio) musicnotes.com/l/gkNQF, (Full) musicnotes.com/l/zkNZ4๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/4Ro5ngkZtAVwi5W75u8GRQI have had a love for this musical ever since seeing it on Broadway the summer after finishing high school. The lush, melodic arrangements, the balance of darkness and camp, and the show's musical cohesiveness have stuck with me over the years. Thank you so much for listening!The Phantom of the Opera (Slow) โ 0:00The Point of No Return โ 0:59All I Ask of You โ 2:38The Phantom of the Opera โ 3:34Thanks so much to Katherine and Adam for bringing their enthusiasm and generosity to this project, and for playing so passionately!A huge thanks as well to Moh Mahfouz, a good friend of mine who filmed this video. So glad I finally had a chance to bring his talents on board!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyeeOriginal music composed by Andrew Lloyd Webber.
A Whole New World โ Cello + Piano ft. @TheTheorist Nicholas Yee 2019-05-24 | Cello + piano duet of "A Whole New World" from Disney's Aladdin.๐ถ Sheet Music: http://bit.ly/AWholeNewWorld_TheoristNicholas๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/6EMXsQS2TW8Nd0NjDg7XZ6I've had such a great time working with The Theorist in the past, so when I found myself in Toronto last week I wanted to collaborate on something together again! We decided to record this classic duet from the Aladdin soundtrack, and we had the amazing opportunity to record in the beautiful JAN KATH rug showroom for our own magic carpet ride.Thanks so much to Jenni Finlay for being so supportive of this idea, and for helping us make it a reality. Thanks as well to my good friend Adam Caulfield, who lent me his cello for this video.๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyeeThe Theorist๐บ YouTube: youtube.com/@thetheorist๐ธ Instagram: http://instagram.com/thextheorist๐๏ธTwitter: http://twitter.com/thextheorist๐Facebook: http://facebook.com/thextheoristโ๏ธ SoundCloud: soundcloud.com/thextheoristNicholas Yee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyeeJAN KATH Canada๐ฅ๏ธ Website: https://jan-kath.de/showrooms/toronto๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/jankathcanada๐ Facebook: facebook.com/JanKathRugsOriginal music by Alan Menken.
Jenny of Oldstones (Game of Thrones) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2019-04-25 | Cello arrangement of "Jenny of Oldstones" from Season 8 of Game of Thrones.๐ถ Sheet Music: (Solo) musicnotes.com/l/fcFpF, (Full) musicnotes.com/l/xc4PS๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/0wn4y46X2SFtx2iBCnGIGyIโve been so hyped about the final season of Game of Thrones, and I loved this moody tune that Podrick sings in Episode 2. Itโs simple and haunting, and it ties so well into both the lore and aesthetic of the universe.๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyeeOriginal music by Ramin Djawadi.
The Sound of Music โ Cello + Piano ft. @smyangpiano Nicholas Yee 2019-02-07 | Cello + piano duet of "The Sound of Music".๐ถ Sheet Music: http://bit.ly/2ClqsOw๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/0lX5qnzj3FqDIkMFE1WEsTSam and I are both especially fond of "The Sound of Music", so we recorded a tribute project featuring piano and cello arrangements of six songs from the soundtrack. This title track is used to highlight an especially emotional point in the middle of the film that impacts me every time I hear it. Thanks so much to Sam for being such a gracious collaborator and for bringing so many great ideas to this project!Also, check out our video for "Sixteen Going on Seventeen" on Smyang's channel: youtu.be/Dzb5mn1fjm4๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyeeSmyang๐บ YouTube: youtube.com/@smyangpiano๐ธ Instagram: http://instagram.com/smyaang๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/smyangpianoโ๏ธ SoundCloud: soundcloud.com/smyang-pianoNicholas Yee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyeeOriginal music composed by Richard Rodgers.
In the Bleak Midwinter โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2018-12-23 | Cello arrangement of "In the Bleak Midwinter", composed by Gustav Holst.๐ถ Sheet Music: (Solo) mnot.es/2zTsQeo, (Full) mnot.es/2PDK7gu๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/7uWRfxTHMvzmVtDOJgveYs?si=05ZLULBvRqqVekE0itV8eg"In the Bleak Midwinter" is probably my personal favourite Christmas song. I have always been drawn to its sincere melody, as well as its thoughtful lyrics and humble message. I picked my three favourite verses from the song and tried to bring out the meaning in each of them with this instrumental arrangement. Thanks to Musicnotes for encouraging me to arrange this piece as part of their December sheet music campaign!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: http://nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: http://nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Slow Dancing in the Dark (Joji) โ Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2018-12-19 | Cello cover of "Slow Dancing in the Dark" by Joji.๐ถ Sheet Music: (Duet) mnot.es/2zYIrJp, (Full) mnot.es/2Sf53wx๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/3gZrzeuN8wZ5guQFb3hXSLAs a Chinese Canadian, I really appreciate what 88rising is doing for Asian representation in North American pop culture, and the unique art that comes out of that. I started listening to Joji and 88rising around this time last year, and it's been exciting to see them continue to grow and explore new ways of building up that culture.In much of Joji's music, he seems to be having an internal dialogue with himself. I thought it would be fitting to bring back my "twin" to explore this concept with a duet arrangement. Thanks so much for listening!๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: http://nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: http://nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyeeOriginally written by George Miller.
Mamma Mia! Medley โ Cello + Guitar ft. @ShawnXG Nicholas Yee 2018-09-27 | A relaxed medley of ABBA music from "Mamma Mia!" on cello and guitar.๐ถ Sheet Music: mnot.es/2OYzg1a๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/5on7jQoy0Np7lTnMUdD3fd?si=5aBaYhMiTEaLCKfTntN6zwShawn and I have known each other for about 5 years now, and I always appreciated and look forward to opportunities to make music together. Besides sharing the same birthday, we share a common approach to music and collaboration. I think this one of the reasons weโve enjoyed performing with each other โ in orchestras, small ensembles, and as a duet โ at numerous concerts and events over the years.I thought it was important to put together an arrangement to reflect the kind of music that Shawn and I often perform at weddings and private functions โ usually relaxed interpretations of classical music, show tunes, and jazz classics. I grew up listening to the "Mamma Mia!" cast recording on summer road trips, and I had a lot of fun arranging its music in a similar style.Take a Chance on Me โ 0:00Mamma Mia โ 0:50Dancing Queen โ 2:28Thank You for the Music โ 4:09Thank you to Darling Dear Co. for allowing us to film in their delightful plant-abundant and naturally-lit home studio!darlingdearco.comAs always, a huge thank you to Alex Klingle for mastering this track.http://www.alexklingle.com๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyeeShawn XG๐บ YouTube: youtube.com/@shawnxg๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/shawnxgmusic๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/shawnxgmusic๐ Facebook: facebook.com/shawnxgNicholas Yee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: http://nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: http://nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyeeOriginal music written by Benny Andersson, Bjรถrn Ulvaeus, and Stig Anderson.
Time After Time โ Chill Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2018-07-31 | Cello cover of "Time After Time" by Cyndi Lauper.๐ถ Sheet Music: (Solo) mnot.es/2weNmDu, (Full) mnot.es/2LihXFJ๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/7v1uoa4uquxWy6t92wGSLU"Time After Time" has been stuck in my head ever since hearing it in the Season 2 finale of "Stranger Things". I love the finely-crafted atmosphere of this song and its bittersweet sense of longing. I've been meaning to try a 1980s-inspired midtempo piece for a while, and I thought this song would be a great fit.Thanks so much to Maven Watches for the watch! I thought the minimalist marble design was timeless and clever, and I wanted to feature it in a video.mavenwatches.com/collections/all-watches/products/outline-silver-black-40mm๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: http://nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: http://nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyeeOriginally written by Cyndi Lauper and Rob Hyman.
Japanese Denim โ Chill Cello Cover Nicholas Yee 2018-04-30 | Cello cover of "Japanese Denim" by Daniel Caesar.๐ถ Sheet Music: (Solo) mnot.es/2OCZMwi, (Full) mnot.es/2LjsWP0๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/74bMlgNld6zLSzvLt7ScSaDaniel Caesar has been one of my favourite artists over the past couple of years for many reasons โ the combination of his smooth falsetto and organic, often sparse arrangements, his embrace of gospel influence, and the signature visual style that represents this music so well. I'm currently living in Toronto for a month, and I found myself in the mood to arrange a cover of one of Daniel Caesar's songs since he is so associated with this city.Thank you to Alex Klingle for mastering this track!http://www.alexklingle.com๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: http://nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: http://nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyeeOriginally written by Daniel Caesar.
Kanye West โ Cello Medley Nicholas Yee 2018-03-17 | Medley of Kanye West music performed on cello.๐ถ Sheet Music: (Solo) mnot.es/2LG6z6C๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/4hopDk5huCmVCnVh2MwpxvIt may come as a surprise to some of you that Kanye West is one of my biggest creative inspirations. My very first experiences trying to record layers of myself playing cello were attempts to recreate the arrangements on Kanyeโs albums "808s & Heartbreak" and "My Beautiful Dark Twisted Fantasy". The latter was released when I was in high school, and its sound, at once modern and organic, has informed my musical taste ever since.I wanted to pay tribute to this music that has been so influential for me by highlighting the richness of sound in so much of Kanyeโs music, and by showcasing the musical lyricism that some people may tend to overlook in his songs. I have had this medley on my mind for almost two years now, and I am grateful to finally be able to share it with you. Thank you for listening!Say You Will โ 0:00Flashing Lights โ 1:35Diamonds From Sierra Leone โ 2:36Jesus Walks โ 3:00All of the Lights โ 3:25Ultralight Beam โ 4:23Street Lights โ 6:08Only One โ 7:29Christmas In Harlem โ 8:33Bound 2 โ 10:03Dark Fantasy โ 10:35Thank you to Alex Klingle for his amazing work mastering this medley!http://www.alexklingle.comThank you to The Banff Centre for providing this beautiful location to record in the Rocky Mountains.banffcentre.ca๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: http://nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: http://nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
The Nutcracker โ Cello Medley Nicholas Yee 2017-12-23 | Medley of music from "The Nutcracker", composed by Pyotr Ilyich Tchaikovsky.๐ถ Sheet Music: (Solo) mnot.es/2Q7ciFm, (Full) mnot.es/2yVOa2d๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/5Td8wIqcFVH8N9XhXDgJYqSome of my favourite pieces of classical music are contained in "The Nutcracker" ballet. Tchaikovsky's imaginative themes in this ballet powerfully convey the frigidity of Winter and the heartwarming joy of the season, intense confrontation and festive celebration. I've listened to this music a lot over the last year, and I wanted to put together an arrangement of my favourite pieces from this ballet while remaining true to the story at its core. Thank you for watching!Miniature Overture โ 0:00March โ 1:36Dance Scene โ 2:01A Pine Forest in Winter โ 4:05The Kingdom of Sweets โ 6:36Waltz of the Flowers โ 7:20Dance of the Reed Flutes โ 8:26Dance of the Sugar Plum Fairy - youtube.com/watch?v=qcU_N1WgMjQAll sounds in this video were made using a cello. In total, there are eight cello parts in addition to percussive sounds which were also made using a cello.๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: http://nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: http://nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Thank You + Announcement Nicholas Yee 2017-11-03 | I just started a Patreon page for anyone who would like to support me on there. Thanks for everything!๐ Patreon: patreon.com/nicholasdyeeA lot of you are probably familiar with Patreon, but for those who arenโt, it is essentially a platform where you can โtipโ independent artists for content that they publish. On my Patreon, you can pledge whatever amount you want per music video and receive sheet music discounts, access to things like MP3 downloads or stems, or your name in the end credits of future videos.If you canโt support me on Patreon, Iโm still going to be posting on YouTube and releasing music on other platforms, so please do not feel obligated. Iโm just hoping that this will be a way for you to help me devote more time and energy towards music, and for me to do my best to give you something in return.๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: http://nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: http://nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyee
Pirates of the Caribbean โ Cello Medley Nicholas Yee 2017-09-21 | Medley of themes from the "Pirates of the Caribbean" films, with my good friends Adam Caulfield and Katherine Pernal!๐ถ Sheet Music: (Trio) mnot.es/2LIYIWd, (Full) mnot.es/2METYBh๐ง Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/4BSUFUurnQGpBtqKb4b8nSI grew up with the Pirates films, and I have always loved how the memorable musical themes add such a great sense of adventure, darkness, heart and charm to the series (and, of course, solo cello). The soundtracks to the films each have their own unique flavour, and I wanted to showcase that and recap the series in this medley. Thank you for watching!Fog Bound โ 0:00Davy Jones โ 0:57At Witโs End โ 2:04Jack Sparrow โ 3:30Angelica โ 4:20My Name Is Barbossa โ 5:47Thank you so much to Adam and Katherine for being such gracious collaborators, and thank you Alex Klingle for mastering this track! All sounds in this video were made using a cello.๐ If you'd like to help me make more music like this, you can support the channel on Patreon:patreon.com/nicholasdyee๐ชถ My Second Channel: youtube.com/@noteswithnicholas๐ง Spotify: http://nicholasdyee.com/spotify๐ Apple: http://nicholasdyee.com/applemusic๐ธ Instagram: instagram.com/nicholasdyee๐๏ธ Twitter: twitter.com/nicholasdyee๐ Facebook: facebook.com/nicholasdyeeOriginal music composed by Klaus Badelt, Eduardo Cruz, Gabriela Quitero, Trevor Morris, Rodrigo Sanchez, Geoff Zanelli and Hans Zimmer.
