What if you could make one instrument sound like an entire band? | Alexandr Misko | TEDxMannheim

Alexandr Misko has quickly risen through the ranks to become one of the world’s best fingerstyle guitarists. At the young age of 20, when most of his peers just start college, Alexandr is already pursuing a successful career as a musician. His YouTube channel already has more than 15 million views. He gives a fascinating insight into his conception of music and how he composes his own songs. By utilizing every part of his guitar, he makes one instrument sound like a whole band.
Alexandr believes his success has derived from his sheer desire to deliver great music and produce videos that people will like and share. He delves into each and every music genre to find new sounds and rhythms that inspire his compositions. His passion for writing original music motivates Alexandr to write authentic songs that trigger emotions and vivid images in his listeners’ minds.

[nickleonardthomas]

Guitar teacher: "Alex, that's not how you hold the gui... oh"

[AlexandrMisko]

Hey guys, thank you so much for your words of support regarding my performance at TEDxMannheim! I haven't expected such a kind response because I'm totally not satisfied with that video.
That was my first big lecture in such a large hall, so I was quite nervous, as you can see haha!
Unfortunately the sound was recorded terribly here. My guitar sounds like a bad cheap electric guitar, also the signal is buzzing in the first song and I don't know why.
Please don't judge my live sound by this video! There was some kind of a recording problem, so there is no one to blame...
If you are interested, please check my YouTube channel or other live recordings to see how my music should sound.

Thank you for your time and care,
Alex

[MrKockabilly]

A general audience (non-musicians) would not have full idea how difficult what you just did. And no idea that only a handful of people in the world could that.

[kblessedmuch]

He is really gifted. Most people do not know how difficult it is to play like that.

[steveelam]

No loop station makes that really incredible

[alecrisser]

I love how he's clearly really nervous, but plays like he's completely calm.

[GarrettMusic]

Wicked, this guy's a true wizard on the guitar

[larrylund]

I enjoy when musicians think outside of the box. Not only do you play very well you take the time to look up from your instrument and look out at the crowd. It was those several moments which told a lot about you. This form is very natural to you. But, of course you are able to think in whole musical score format is very special. I look forward to watching you play again.

[rosanglura]

Ooo la la somebody's gonna get the girl's attention with all that fingerwork...

[kevinrosch]

One only knows how hard this is to do when one has attempted for hours on end.

[songandstrings]

Everything about you is great.... including the sense of humor. Incredible performance.

[afifthofthemyth]

I haven't had my mind blown in a while. Wow! I've seen other guitar geniuses who play this kind of multitasking/multi melody finger style like Michael Hedges, Andy Mckee(spelling?), Stanley Jordan, etc. This guy also made my jaw hit the floor. He makes it look like you could do what he does if you just practiced for a couple months. This is beyond expert level. Count me in as yet another fan in your fanbase. I will spread the word in my little corner of the world. Amazing!

[joseaveiga]

The audience is so dead; I would be so exited to hear him play

[djsubliminalreeve]

not many views for such a talent but gucci gang gets millions of views. i have been following his guitar for a while now and his skill is always perfect.

[JTTechie]

So, this is what it looks like to have 4 musicians possess one's hands. Great performance!

[iamhippo]

I don't know what all of these comments saying its not a full band are talking about. You can distinctly hear a bass, a guitar, drums and a vocal melody all on the same instrument. Truly incredible. Not only the performance but also the composition. Impressive!

[mo]

i felt bad when he was obviously trying to be funny and nobody laughed:( i thought it was funny man, i did XD

[guitaudie]

Wow this piece is extremely technically demanding. When he’s tapping and then flicks his hand over to tune it just blows my mind🤯👏🙌

[amitthakur]

Such mastery can come only through years of dedicated practice.

[TheTFSstudios]

He is by far my favorite guitarist at the moment