Man's Performance Of ‘The Sound of Silence’ On An 18-String Harp Guitar Is Too Charming To Describe

May 25, 2020 by apost team

Recently, a moving rendition of "The Sound of Silence" by Simon and Garfunkel stood out from all of the other covers out there and has caught the attention of the internet. The version that so many people are talking about was performed by Jamie Dupuis, a guitarist and composer from Canada.

He has mastered an instrument with 18 strings known as the harp guitar. While the instrument may appear to be two different guitars that were joined together, it produces a unique sound with an otherworldly feel.

The harp guitar is not something new as it has been around for centuries, but it isn't an instrument that is as well known as the more traditional guitars with six strings. There may be millions of people who can play a six-string, but the number of musicians that have mastered the 18-string that Jamie has is far less than its more popular counterpart.

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Despite the many versions of the song that are out there today, there are very few that have managed to capture the strong emotions and feelings that the original evoked when it was released by the legendary Simon and Garfunkel. The tone and quality that the harp guitar has coupled with the talent of Jamie Dupuis have made an unforgettable version that has become a favorite among many people.

In addition to the music itself, the setting of the video adds to the tone of the video and truly allows it to shine. A seen forest serves as the background for this work of art that will make you want to watch it again and show it to others for them to enjoy. This single video alone has already had more than 6 million views on YouTube and this number keeps on going up as more people discover the talented artist from Canada. If he is able to create other pieces even half as good as his "Sound of Silence" cover, Dupuis is likely to have a good future in the music world.

The internet is buzzing with supportive words for this young artist and many are excitedly waiting to see what Jamie will release on his channel next. One listener called his work "awesome" while others have called it "outstanding" and more. There are even commenters joking about the small number of dislikes that it received claiming that they must have come from Mordor. It's clear that his growing fanbase is passionate about the music that he is producing.

There may be many versions of the "Sound of Silence" that are available on the internet, but the Canadian Jamie Dupuis has created a touching and unique take that you will be wanting to show your friends and family! The relaxing vibe of the video and song is one that could calm almost anyone after a long day.

What are some of your favorite covers? Do you think anyone could find a better version than this one?