Clannad – Nagisa’s Farewell at the Foot of the Hill (Warm Piano Arrange) | より渚~坂の下の別れ

Another piece off of my bucket list.
Ever since having watched the series, I’ve wanted to play the piece. Of course, following the spirit of the series – the right person was required.
Now I’ve found somebody who was up to watching Clannad (and Clannad: After Story) with me – fell in love with the series as well. For her I played the piece for Valentine’s Day.

This recording was done a few weeks afterwards (in a stressful phase), but I focused on the emotional power of the piece and hope you were able to see reflections of my feelings.

Merry Christmas Mr. Lawrence

❄ I wish everyone a merry Christmas with their loved ones this year ❄

With all the unexpected changes brought in 2020, I hope that everybody can find some respite and time to recharge over the winter break. This is a piece to listen to when you need a break from the rest of the world.

I have yet to see the movie the piece was composed for, but the emotions conveyed piece are felt by all listeners, and it is amazing what Ryuichi Sakamoto accomplished with this piece.

Please enjoy this piece, take care of yourselves, and see you next year!

Grandma – NieR Gestalt & Replicant Piano Collections

When I had to stay home for many days after my knee surgery, NieR Gestalt was there for me to carry me through those times. I rushed through the game in a few days and consequently got all endings (easier than in its sequel).

Even before I played the game, I had known some of its OST, thanks to a cover a long time ago by Zorsy. It was always ‘up there’ to play, and now the time has come. Despite having COVID-19, I hunkered down and got a version I’m satisfied with.

The remake NieR Replicant™ ver.1.22474487139 will be releasing soon (April 2021) and I will definitely be picking it up. Hoping that they also remaster the music to truly show-case how great it is.

While we’re waiting for that, I hope you enjoy my cover of the piano collections version of Grandma: