The Sound of Silence by Simon & Garfunkel, performed by Stephanie Jones

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  • čas přidán 12. 09. 2024
  • Here is a little video that was recorded for my Mum's birthday earlier this year :)
    Simon & Garfunkel's music is so magical, I hope you enjoy!
    Patreon: / stephjonesguitar
    New CD: cd.stephjon.es
    Arr. Lawson and Trueman (guitar solo)
    Production: Jakob Schmidt
    Guitar: Paul Sheridan
    Support: Guitarlift
    Strings: Hannabach Goldin
    Mic: Zoom H6

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  • @richarderamirez5909
    @richarderamirez5909 Před 2 lety +127

    This arrangement is truly outstanding. There are any number of musician's that are very good in a technical way. But this was magical, with the various self-accompaniments and subtleties of the various notes. The delicate movement of the fingers across the frets of the instrument, as a Van Gogh or Picaso paints a masterpiece this arrangement was such a creation.

    • @challengertankian6972
      @challengertankian6972 Před rokem +3

      Agreed, Lawson and Trueman’s arrangements are exceptional, and Steph really does this arrangement justice.

    • @jimhofoss9982
      @jimhofoss9982 Před 8 měsíci

      There’s a connection between her brain and her guitar that is seldom seen in meer mortals…superpowers on display here….awe-struck

  • @unclebob1143
    @unclebob1143 Před 3 lety +124

    The music doesn't just flow through your fingers, it's really in your heart. Wonderful.

    • @palkyaw8756
      @palkyaw8756 Před 2 měsíci

      That. Is. Sound my like❤ thank you. Playing I see❤🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @dennyyard1174
    @dennyyard1174 Před 4 lety +30

    Brought me to tears... took me back to my growing up in the 60’s. A time of civil unrest and hope for the future..Simon and Garfunkel left us with a unforgettable time stamp in the soundtrack of our lives ☮️

    • @MrA1582000
      @MrA1582000 Před 3 lety +1

      So true, forever shaped by the 60’s.

  • @michaelakenworthy6317
    @michaelakenworthy6317 Před 3 lety +420

    Who could possibly hit the dislike button for such a beautifully played piece of music that clearly comes from this lady’s soul. Ignore the haters, this was amazing! ❤️

    • @wolfme4030
      @wolfme4030 Před 3 lety +16

      Whilst I do agree that it is an amazingly beautiful cover version, I believe that the CZcams algorithm at the moment rewards activity on channels. So likes, dislikes, comments and subs all go to help the creators. So the joke is on those people who don’t share the same taste in music that we obviously do.

    • @gilbertdare5921
      @gilbertdare5921 Před 3 lety +19

      Jealous people that have no such talents.

    • @kirstyswan1009
      @kirstyswan1009 Před 3 lety +13

      My guess are those who can’t hear a musician. This is a beautiful arrangement her classical pose is beautiful

    • @God-gx3rx
      @God-gx3rx Před 3 lety +3

      i disliked cause shes a woman

    • @willer3399
      @willer3399 Před 3 lety +5

      @@God-gx3rx Back to the shadows of Hades 😈

  • @HotPursuitMusicEntertainment

    She is amazing in every way. Thanks for your talent and dedication, Stephanie.

  • @musicfanBRA
    @musicfanBRA Před 4 lety +10

    As someone of Simon & Garfunkel's generation lm so glad to see a young generation enjoyng their beautiful music.

  • @georgelewis1664
    @georgelewis1664 Před 4 lety +10

    Sheer elegance and beauty . This is my first time seeing/hearing Stephanie and certainly won’t be the last . Her tone , her technique , her movements are all delightful . She takes this wonderful , timeless classic song and makes it even better by her lovely virtuosity . Thank you, Stephanie for this precious gift .
    George Lewis, Sr.

  • @eddierayvanlynch6133
    @eddierayvanlynch6133 Před 4 lety +8

    Stephanie, you are a peaceful breath of fresh air during these turbulent times.
    Thank you.
    Love from the States. ♥️🇺🇸

  • @cswann8
    @cswann8 Před rokem +6

    I've said many times, the 70's was the greatest decade for music. Simon, Croce, Taylor, I could list names for days and they're all deserving of mention.

    • @moreno999
      @moreno999 Před 11 dny

      This song was composed in 64 not the 70’s later used in 68 for the movie the graduate

  • @williambudd2850
    @williambudd2850 Před 2 lety +6

    This is why Stephanie is my most favorite guitarist. She seems to feel every sound in her soul.

  • @jacksagrafsky4936
    @jacksagrafsky4936 Před 4 lety +110

    If there is one thing I could wish for and be granted would be able to play any instrument with a passion and beauty shown here. I have tried and failed. Even singing is not within me. But to hear others that have such an ability is a pleasure I enjoy. Those that can, do. Those that can't, well we sit back and enjoy.

    • @DanHalper
      @DanHalper Před 4 lety +11

      Keep trying?

    • @jdizzle6324
      @jdizzle6324 Před 4 lety +8

      Let the frustration be the water that feeds your roots. Make it a daily habit. Watch what happens after one year. You will look back and laugh. And then maybe play a song about it.

    • @stevenbastien9028
      @stevenbastien9028 Před 4 lety +4

      Don't doubt yourself. With dedicated effort and proper choices to work within your limits, you can express yourself artistically and create beauty.

    • @yobrojoost9497
      @yobrojoost9497 Před 4 lety +7

      My dad said to me once: there are two kinds of people in this world, the ones who make music and the ones who listen to it. And...they can't live without each other!

    • @yobrojoost9497
      @yobrojoost9497 Před 4 lety +8

      Also, remember: Music is communication, not competition. I was at a blues festival once, great artists from all over the world played very sophisticated and technically challenging music, it was great! Then, on the last night, this wizened old guy came on, he could barely play three chords and probably didn't even know what those chords were called. He sang out of tune. And he brought the house down! Blew the roof off the place! Why? Because he didn't play the blues, he WAS the blues!

  • @soulpuzzlemusic
    @soulpuzzlemusic Před 2 lety +26

    What a wonderful version of this fantastic song! Thank you very much, Stephanie, for sharing this with the world!

  • @gwatts12
    @gwatts12 Před 4 lety +19

    The Sound of Silence has so much to say when Stephanie plays. This truly is perfection.

  • @Scroticus_Maximus
    @Scroticus_Maximus Před 3 lety +5

    Whenever I find myself disgusted by the world today I can still find comfort in the arts and believe music to be art in its purest form.

  • @terrycoomer8178
    @terrycoomer8178 Před 3 lety +7

    Who could possibly give a thumbs down to this exceptional talent. Great musician playing with out sheet music. Excellent.

  • @woodstoney
    @woodstoney Před 4 lety +19

    Beautifully played. That classic song never sounded better!

  • @christopherstanford5599
    @christopherstanford5599 Před 4 lety +12

    You have captured the essence of the original and enhanced the emotional impact with repetition, sustain and emphasis of
    key phrase elements. Mysterious, melancholic and memorable. Paul Simon would be proud of your performance. 🤗🤗🤗♥️🌹

  • @lindaadams5333
    @lindaadams5333 Před 4 lety +10

    I truly admire you for learning to play a guitar so well. It's a testimony to your determination and persistence. I'm mediocre, and there is no joy in mediocrity, as my old voice teacher used to say. Your performance is beautiful.

  • @danielhuynh01
    @danielhuynh01 Před rokem +2

    There are so many talented people in the world, Stephanie Jones certainly one of them.

  • @pistolp01
    @pistolp01 Před 3 lety +1

    Everything you do Stephanie, makes my heart hurt. I lost my Girl, My little canine friend Zoey, of 12 year's. I can't stop crying, but thank you for your music and your hope and life.

  • @jimmyjones708
    @jimmyjones708 Před 4 lety +44

    I have listened to lots of music on CZcams and this was the most heartfelt piece I've heard yet. This I will remember.

    • @kevg596
      @kevg596 Před 4 lety +2

      Bravo, and performed with heart felt emotion, thankyou.

    • @tylerdurden4006
      @tylerdurden4006 Před 4 lety

      It was acustic though...anybody could do acustic

  • @Stepherner
    @Stepherner Před 4 lety +26

    silence never sound as beautiful as this performance.

    • @palkyaw8756
      @palkyaw8756 Před 2 měsíci

      Love me. Syster❤❤❤❤❤❤you. Daly. Make. Me playing you. G❤

  • @carlossalas4750
    @carlossalas4750 Před 7 měsíci +1

    Very nice you took that beautiful song to another level. Beautiful

  • @StringPluck
    @StringPluck Před 3 lety +8

    Bravo Stephanie! Technically and expressively beautiful, thanks!

  • @giuseppebrai2012
    @giuseppebrai2012 Před 4 lety +11

    The most beautiful performance I ever listened of The Sound Of Silence
    👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻♥️

  • @rakeshkhanna656
    @rakeshkhanna656 Před 4 lety +6

    Been listening to this instrumental number again and again. Simply the best version of the song the way its played. Beautifully done.

  • @simoncook5701
    @simoncook5701 Před 4 lety +16

    I love that little smile at the end!Once again,flawless,beautiful

  • @secretagent86
    @secretagent86 Před 3 lety +2

    my jaw dropped to the floor and nearly in tears over such a "no words to describe" interpretation... OMG *THANK YOU FOR BEING YOU*

  • @user-vg6dy6qu3q
    @user-vg6dy6qu3q Před 2 lety +8

    Великие музыканты, композиторы, певцы, основатели замечательного музыкального течения фолк - рок. Слава богу, что Саймон и Гарфункель живы и здоровы, и продолжают радовать своих поклонников. Очаровательной гитаристке Стефани Джонс большое спасибо за виртуозное исполнение мелодии.

  • @Geekman333
    @Geekman333 Před 4 lety +41

    Phenomenal. The kind of music that makes you feel privileged to have heard by an artist I feel privileged to have watched perform it.

  • @LuukSwinkels
    @LuukSwinkels Před 4 lety +13

    We dont need a million sing and song writers who think they can play the guitar while in fact they Just can play 10 chords. We only need a few people Like you to Make us smile. Only a few to Make us cry and relaxed.
    Thanks for sharing your amazing skills.

    • @patrickdunavan9113
      @patrickdunavan9113 Před 4 lety

      Well, you have to start somewhere. At sometime in her early career, I bet she only knew 10 chords. I know what you mean though.😁 Mastery of the guitar...that's a whole different animal, and she's got that down. I'm very envious...and admire her playing very much. Not just the technical aspects of her playing, but the emotion that so sweetly comes out of her guitar that she put into it.

  • @nicholaspopeney5791
    @nicholaspopeney5791 Před 4 lety +5

    OMG, this is the most beautiful performance of this song I've ever seen, heard or thought possible. And yes she is beautiful too. Two thumbs girl

  • @alanaitcheson3117
    @alanaitcheson3117 Před 3 lety +6

    Just beautiful. I'v loved Simon & Garfunkel music since I was a kid, and this piece is just amazing Stephanie.

  • @robertanderson9878
    @robertanderson9878 Před 25 dny +1

    Stirring and yet gently done. Bravo 👏

  • @netterstyl
    @netterstyl Před 4 lety +40

    Would be hard to top this as an instrumental treatment of this song - I would say next to impossible. Love the richness of the audio recording, too.

    • @petergreening4810
      @petergreening4810 Před 4 lety +1

      I really like this version czcams.com/video/zBVf4F-SVYM/video.html

  • @malachitravestra9469
    @malachitravestra9469 Před 4 lety +15

    STANDING OVATION. Your playing has reacquainted me to the sweet, stunning, expanse of Awe, and provided my fingers inspiration to regain my physical skills of playing acoustic guitar, lost after my body's cerebellar stroke. Thank You Ms. Jones, Thank You.

  • @tantraman10
    @tantraman10 Před 4 lety +19

    THIS is exquisitely beautiful. I was NOT expecting classical guitar. I'm a huge Simon and Garfunkel fan....WHAT a beautiful presentation!!! SUBSCRIBED...

  • @grahamfonteyne4792
    @grahamfonteyne4792 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Absolutely unbelievable!! The raw talent and pure joy that she exudes is off the charts for me. Thanks very, very much for sharing this video. Magnificent!

  • @claybauer9535
    @claybauer9535 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Simon and Garfunkel would be proud! This is simply AMAZING and BEAUTIFUL!

  • @wolfil8019
    @wolfil8019 Před 4 lety +8

    Oh my, this is an amazingly beautiful version of this song ... Like something beautiful from another era ... What a beautiful tribute to Simon and Garfunkel

  • @scottknorpp257
    @scottknorpp257 Před 4 lety +5

    An unbelievable, incredibly beautiful treatment of an iconic song exploring the heights and depths of emotion far beyond the constraints of lyrics. Thank you!!

  • @robstewart4702
    @robstewart4702 Před 3 lety +17

    Simply magnificent! Stephanie, thank you.

  • @phillipcmiller99
    @phillipcmiller99 Před 2 lety +2

    Best finger style version of this song so far. I love seeing the young adopt music from this era.

  • @DB-nj9rg
    @DB-nj9rg Před 2 lety +2

    Stephanie, this is stunning. I find the way you played this classic song absolutely mesmerizing. Thank you.

  • @vladm9384
    @vladm9384 Před 3 lety +23

    The most emotional rendition of music I have listened to. Loved every note and every sound. So much feeling shared in this beautiful song by a beautiful person.

  • @maxmairena6021
    @maxmairena6021 Před 4 lety +10

    That was absolutely beautiful! Thank you for sharing your beautiful talent with us!

  • @bekah4137
    @bekah4137 Před 3 lety +4

    Her hands and dexterity are amazing!

  • @jamesmonahan1870
    @jamesmonahan1870 Před 22 dny +1

    Holy-smoke, what an amazing video.
    Wonderful performance. ❤

  • @ThePhlegming
    @ThePhlegming Před 2 lety +5

    1:06
    The way you used those harmonics was amazing. Absolutely beautiful

  • @paulmurray280
    @paulmurray280 Před 4 lety +5

    Such a compliment to the great Paul Simon, beautiful

  • @wolfeyes9357
    @wolfeyes9357 Před 3 lety +5

    This is one of the most beautiful sounds I have ever heard and the most beautiful of God's creation playing an instrument....i cannot express myself enough.

  • @georgeisaak5321
    @georgeisaak5321 Před 4 lety +13

    so soothing , i could feel it in my bones ! healing me up ! Thank God there are musicians out there that still have that "Midas touch"

  • @larrykugelman276
    @larrykugelman276 Před 2 lety +6

    Her visual expressions translate into 1,000 times more meaning than mere words could ever convey.

  • @herodogs4kids
    @herodogs4kids Před 2 lety +5

    That was an amazing experience. Thank you for sharing your incredible artistry with us. Exquisite playing! Brava!!!

  • @bewilderment9268
    @bewilderment9268 Před 3 lety +5

    Young lady, you have moved me to tears....

  • @pattilapeche
    @pattilapeche Před 4 lety +24

    Lovely interpretation. No showing off for showing off's sake, every note in harmony with Simon's vision.

  • @carlbowden4712
    @carlbowden4712 Před 4 lety +9

    One of the more beautiful guitar pieces ever. You do it justice, as always!

  • @jabberwocky4353
    @jabberwocky4353 Před rokem +1

    I bought this as a classical guitarist and have to say there's more than a few days work in this. Stephanie plays it extremely well.

  • @serenity8159
    @serenity8159 Před 6 měsíci

    As one who can see the exit sign blinking, everyone I've loved and known have gone on. But for a brief moment you've brought back thier memories, and for that I thank you. Semper fi

  • @mitchellgearheart14
    @mitchellgearheart14 Před 3 lety +4

    Best version of this song I've ever heard and no one breathed a word.

  • @ejuncos
    @ejuncos Před 4 lety +7

    I have no words to describe the enjoyment that your interpretation of his song gives me!!! You are extraordinary!!!

  • @MrPocket88
    @MrPocket88 Před 4 lety +13

    Wow! This made me shed a tear or two. It’s so hard to describe how amazing this is. The duality of guitar and vocal melody. Working simultaneously. A completely new concept of the song. And the performance. WOW!!!! That guitar playing is as natural as a person breathing.

    • @josevaldez3115
      @josevaldez3115 Před 4 lety +2

      The absolte best rendition of this wandefull classic song, I have seen your video 10000 time and I love it more every time.....vravo stephanie vravo......jose from texas.

  • @bruceshook1781
    @bruceshook1781 Před 2 lety +7

    VERY beautifully played!!! Bravo! I love your expressions as you play, you are into the music!

  • @jockneyranger
    @jockneyranger Před 7 měsíci

    Felt every note she played there and the beauty of that was you could tell she did as well.
    Enchanting. Thank you Stephanie x

  • @billdouglas525
    @billdouglas525 Před 4 lety +4

    She brought S&G to a whole new level! So beautiful....

  • @TheCoachTom
    @TheCoachTom Před 4 lety +19

    This is the music angels play when you are welcomed into heaven...

  • @sjfkatier9834
    @sjfkatier9834 Před 4 lety +10

    Goosebumps moment! Excellent feel to sound suited for the atmosphere/mood of the song, stylish flaggiolets as bonus. Really great interpretation and so delicately played. Simply lovely!

  • @slobodanpetrovic3531
    @slobodanpetrovic3531 Před 2 lety

    This is quite beautiful and played with emotion by this lady, you should not waste words on dislikes here. Simon & Garfunkel, God, what a privilege it is to live in the era of these two gentlemen !!

  • @rcrabold
    @rcrabold Před 2 lety +7

    I wish I had as sufficient grasp of language as you do the guitar then maybe I could find a compliment that does justice to this beautiful arrangement and performance, you’ve taken a classic in its own right and made it your own with this 💜

  • @x2malandy
    @x2malandy Před 4 lety +61

    I didn't want the song to end. So I will just replay it a few times. Wonderful, thanks!

    • @gnutix
      @gnutix Před 4 lety +1

      Same here. Saw this comment on my second hearing. :')

  • @desrj
    @desrj Před 4 lety +7

    Always so tastefully rendered. Just a treat for the ears.

  • @rogeralleyne9257
    @rogeralleyne9257 Před 4 lety +7

    What I love about your playing is you show what's possible if you master chords and their inversions🙏🙏🙏

  • @larryhiker1
    @larryhiker1 Před rokem +2

    Stephanie, it made me feel like the music was within me. Your work is beautiful. Thanks.

  • @nicksmit489
    @nicksmit489 Před měsícem

    As a fellow guitarist I must say this obviously is played from the soul, beautiful!

  • @subterfusion4005
    @subterfusion4005 Před 4 lety +104

    Im glad human beings can do things like this.

  • @georgelennon3618
    @georgelennon3618 Před 4 lety +5

    The ‘thumbs down’ were given by people who THOUGHT they were guitar players.....then they heard this young woman and simply became jealous, sexist or both. Incredible performance from a guy who has played for 55 years! 👏👏

    • @sebs68
      @sebs68 Před 4 lety +1

      55 years !!

  • @CostaMesaPhotography
    @CostaMesaPhotography Před 4 lety +24

    The most stunning, almost haunting rendition of this all-time favorite song of mine that I've ever heard! If I was either Simon or Garfunkel, I'd want to meet you and thank you for giving such beautiful life to this song...

    • @Microdave75
      @Microdave75 Před 4 lety

      This version is beautiful I can't take anything away from the talent of this beautiful young woman but have a listen to disturbed rendition of this song, some regard it as the best cover of any song ever, I'd have to agree to some point too

  • @chrisandersen5635
    @chrisandersen5635 Před 2 lety +5

    Just amazing rendition of an amazing song. Wow!
    😍❤️🎶😎

  • @shin-i-chikozima
    @shin-i-chikozima Před 3 lety +3

    There is something extraordinary in her incomparable performance

  • @edwinbarnett9032
    @edwinbarnett9032 Před 3 lety +41

    The best acoustic version I have ever heard

    • @secretagent86
      @secretagent86 Před 3 lety +1

      strongly agree

    • @airjumble11
      @airjumble11 Před 3 lety

      Correct me if I'm wrong but I think its not acoustic because its a classic guitar.

    • @oddhominem
      @oddhominem Před 3 lety +1

      Papa reti Aotearoa 40
      Absolutely not. I prefer Stephanie’s version. However, there’s room for them both. It isn’t a competition.

  • @AndorSolymos
    @AndorSolymos Před rokem +5

    OMG! The most beautiful cover I have ever heard. Simply amazing!

  • @flundlip
    @flundlip Před 4 lety +10

    Beautiful arrangement and fantastic playing as always

  • @jesussanz101
    @jesussanz101 Před 4 měsíci

    At my 65 this chords stil make me shiver.
    Thank you for sharing with all of us.

  • @ahoyms
    @ahoyms Před 7 měsíci

    Sweet Stephanie, what an amazing gift from God. Your beautiful rendition of Simon & Garfunkel's masterpiece touches the core of our souls. Thank you for sharing your God given talent with the world.

  • @robertjohnson1962
    @robertjohnson1962 Před 2 lety +3

    Love the song and thoughtful rendition, but am even more impressed by how much time it must have taken to appear so effortless in her performance.

  • @lorihudson1153
    @lorihudson1153 Před 2 lety +4

    Absolutely beautiful! Keep sharing your amazing talent with us!😍❤️

  • @danielmonan2625
    @danielmonan2625 Před 3 lety +11

    I love your acoustic version,amazing

  • @musicloverlondon6070
    @musicloverlondon6070 Před rokem +1

    Wonderfully sensitive musician, gorgeous arrangement. I'm sure this made your mum very happy on her birthday. Brava!!

  • @rickb296
    @rickb296 Před 9 měsíci +1

    Lovely arrangement. The short necked classical guitar almost makes it sound medieval. Thanks!

  • @gauloiseguy
    @gauloiseguy Před 2 lety +3

    Absolutely stunning rendition.
    Thank you!

  • @archie831531
    @archie831531 Před 3 měsíci +3

    THE BEST VERSION OF SOUND OF SILENCE...

  • @josecunha6974
    @josecunha6974 Před 4 lety +13

    The kind of talent that ties the skill of your fingers directly to your heart is a gift from God. I practice and I play, but play is a good word for what I do compared to this. Thank you , performance was pure joy.

    • @GeorgeGeorgecp
      @GeorgeGeorgecp Před 4 lety +1

      Thank you it made by heart and soul feel many things

    • @charlietango5163
      @charlietango5163 Před 4 lety +1

      Your comment was very nice. You have a gift for words.

  • @morgan79347
    @morgan79347 Před 2 lety

    You youn lady were having a hard time not to smile. I've listened to this a lot you can smile you earned it.

  • @robertfiorellino6070
    @robertfiorellino6070 Před 10 měsíci

    To be one with the music as this person has become is a very special gift. Thank you for sharing this.

  • @dicecreamman1739
    @dicecreamman1739 Před 3 lety +33

    That was a beautiful performance. Thank you!

  • @ashleyewing7460
    @ashleyewing7460 Před 4 lety +30

    This is absolutely beautiful, and so are you!! Would love to hear you perform Scarborough fair by Simon and garfunkel❤

    • @typer93
      @typer93 Před 4 lety +1

      Search Oliver Lee's cover, till its done.

    • @dezzero3292
      @dezzero3292 Před 3 lety +1

      czcams.com/video/O1ecmzBstXw/video.html

  • @gunterzah2285
    @gunterzah2285 Před 4 lety +6

    Ganz großes Gefühl. Toll interpretiert. Das geht unter die Haut. Ich hoffe, wir hören noch viel von ihr. Würde ich gerne mal live erleben...

  • @COYR-du6fq
    @COYR-du6fq Před 3 lety +2

    Stunning. Can't believe that such a gorgeous song could be improved like this

  • @jerryodom7358
    @jerryodom7358 Před 2 lety +2

    So beautiful sounding every time I hear it. Thank you.

  • @arnaldorezende3164
    @arnaldorezende3164 Před 4 lety +10

    Adorei sua versão. A sua leveza no toque das cordas passa uma sensação se paz, além da música. Parabéns!