Final Fantasy VII - Aerith's Theme (Grand Piano Arrangement) 

Hello everyone! I am super excited to share with you my latest Aerith's Theme arrangement from the legendary Final Fantasy VII, which was just remade recently. Considering my love for this soundtrack, and Nobuo Uematsu's music in general, it only seemed necessary to start revisiting some of these old classics, this time on the grand piano. I hope you enjoy my performance, and don't forget to like and subscribe 😁 Which track from FFVII should I cover next? Your Pianist, Kyle Landry

Not gonna lie, was half expecting him to cosplay as Aerith.

Im korea army every rest time watch this channel so today tiredness relieved thanks

Hey, Kyle. It's been a long time. It's good to see you again, old friend. I first subscribed to your channel back in 2010, I think. Maybe it was 2009. 🤔🤷🏻‍♂️I saw you play this song, and that lead me to watch so many more of your renditions. (Terra's Theme and your Twilight Princess work are personal favorites). I even made a playlist out of them, and listened to it throughout the many facets of my life. Listening to your versions filled me with nostalgia and wonder. Having been a Final Fantasy fan since 1997, it's nice to see the conversation on my favorite game is starting back up again. It's equally nice to see you play this again with about a decade of growth between the videos. This was lovely, splendid, superb. Thanks for giving me, giving all of us, these beautiful, wonderful expressions... nay, these Kyle Landry visitations of these moments from our personal gaming histories. Never stop playing.

There is just something about Kyle and final fantasy covers that is so magical :). Perfection as always kyle

The sheer size of the tonal-emotional soundscape in this is absolutely immense. It's so beautiful; like a grand exploration

I played the piano over 10 years, I also saw tons of piano cover video on RU-vid, You are absolutely one of the best. I can feel your emotion in your music, and you are not just following the beats, or lyrics, or anything else, you just follow an invisible nature, an impulse, that makes me feel your music is so real, and touching. No matter you are playing the Digital piano or the grand piano, the music and the feeling never changed. I am so happy that I can meet such a wonderful and calm pianist on RU-vid. Best wishes to you!

"Huh I'm not sensing the grand............. oh god"

I loved when the piano came in at 0:00

Kyle is still and will always be the best pianist for these types of covers: powerful, emotional and nostalgic.

Kyle plays new FFVII arrangement...levels up Kyle wears Flower Pants...WINS THE GAME

Amazing rendition which triggered some thoughts I feel like I should voice out. As a pianist myself, I've always believed that great music in video games and movies always elevate the narrative which is why we love composers like Uematsu and Hisashi even though we're classically trained. Your rendition feels like a telling of Aerith's life story, from how a simple flower girl grew into a heroine that sacrificed herself to save the world. It is a version that encompasses her entire story. But that's not the only thought your version has evoked, it also reminded me of how Nobuo Uematsu's version is so simple yet absolutely perfect for the scene where we first saw Aerith, yet again another perfect fit for the narrative.

"Here, this flower is for you..."- Aerith

Of course Kyle would done a better piano cover than the official piano collections release. I don't know why these companies don't go to pianists like you for their covers, you have such a strong passion for recreating memories and making new ones. Aerith's theme is what inspired me to learn piano in the first place 8 years ago, and while I'm finally able to play The Entertainer with only minor mistakes now I won't stop until I can play the official collections version.

The most beautiful arrangement ever, bar none.

As a follower of over 10 years I can't get enough.

Kyle knows how do i get in chills

I am so happy to see Aerith's Theme gets covered 😭the flower girl we will never forget.

Just finishes ff7remake, gets notification. *Eyes widen*

What I love about piano music is it’s so calming. It’s not like other instruments.

I feel sad and happy, and happy because I'm sad, but also sad because I'm happy. Thank you

seeing this new arrangement upload was definitely a nice surprise. there’s always so much emotion that you put into your playing, and it really makes the nostalgia hit different, you know? i’ve been trying to pick a favorite segment of the video, but i’m p sure it’s impossible-i’ve probably listened to this about 5 times now and am nowhere close to making up my mind, lol. thank you for sharing your music with us, and am definitely hoping for newer arrangements on more ffvii songs in particular! (tifa’s theme, anyone? loll)

I. CAN’T. STOP. LISTENING. TO. THIS. Seriously, this is amazing work. At points bittersweet and soft, at others transcendent and soaring. Please put on Spotify if you can!!

Aerith's Theme will never not make me cry. This was a beautiful arrangement. Thank you so much for sharing your talent all these years! I think the first video I ever watched from you was your first Eternal Harvest from FF9. Been a fan ever since!

I am in shock. I’ve always said Aerith’s Theme is my favorite song of all time. I’ve heard every arrangement under the sun. This is perfect. I can’t hear a single flaw. I really wish this were available on streaming.

loving your version of this beautiful Theme. The emotional level of this piece is amazing. FF7 and Aerith will always have a special place in my heart

Kyle uploading this at midnight being like "u up? Listen to this.."

Love that he still made the ending of aerith’s theme magical

absolutely beautiful, i’m amazed. one of the most iconic musical pieces from the FF series, arguably from any video game.

How is it that this version only have 110k views? This is above perfect!

I really love your arrangement of Aerith's Theme! There's something about it that gives this strength and grace that I think captures her character in the game.

Amazing arrangement, 4:30 and beyond by far my fav part of the song (especially at 6:04 - 6:46, love the way you play there) . Expertly done man, seriously though, thank you

This piano sounds so good! In the early days of the grand I remember I didn't like the sound much but whatever setup you have right now is working great

👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 Great job Kyle! Reminds me of Impressionism, especially Debussy! Isn’t a real piano so much nicer than a fancy keyboard?? :)

How did I miss this!!!! AHHHHH

😍 i had this song played instead of the wedding March when I walked down the aisle! Thanks for bringing me back to that day!

Wondrous phrasing as always

Ever since I heard the Piano Collections arrangement of this piece, I never thought I would hear another piano arrangement of it that could balance the technicality with the beauty and feeling inherent to “Aerith’s Theme”. I am both pleasantly surprised to see that here portrayed in your arrangement, while at the same time not surprised that it would be you who could do it. Thank you so much for all you do and sharing your wonderful talent! You’ve been a continual inspiration to me over the years and I’m glad to see you’re still posting. May this year find you well!

0:33 Wooow, I'm really blown AWAY by the sound quality! WTH that is really beautiful! What a beautiful sound from that piano! I have never heard anything this good on this channel, and it's also really excellent to take advantage of that beautiful piano to play soft and thoughtfully like that. 👍👍👍

I wouldn't be the person I am today without you and your music. Perfect touch and great rearrangement!

Ahh I started learning Aerith's Theme a couple days ago and just saw that you uploaded this! Perfect timing haha. So beautiful Kyle, as always.

Glad to see you back on YT and Twitch Kyle 😁

Waouh, this is by far the most beautiful Aerith's theme arrangement I've ever heard! A perfect blend of delicacy and emotion. Thank you! And for the next cover of FFVII, I would say Tifa's theme, my favorite after Aerith's theme ;)

This rendition got me thinking about the way people perform this arrangement. It’s not hard to tell when someone is invested, intimate, and as familiar with the heart and soul of the meaning of the music they’re playing, and how they interpret the overarching feelings the music gives them. Pain, tears, remembrance, sorrow of loss, the powerful arcs and tearful, thunderous clutch on the keys, evoking powerful emotion and love-that’s what I drew from how you played this so... passionately. When I was young, I felt the pangs of anger and rage, mixing with the tears upon the loss of Aerith, but her whole being encompasses a notion of love, forgiveness, and optimism. I hear people play like this, with so much force and heart as if to scream out in agony, only for the music to bring them ‘round to peace, and reflect on the memory of who Aerith was, and her wish for healing. Some pianists play with such a light, soft, and gentle mood when they play this arrangement, and while that is always a quiet and tender treat, but this is pure emotion coming out. It speaks like a veteran who’s lived through this tale time and time again, with all the cracks showing from heartbreak.

So beautiful... great to see you back, please don’t stop uploading 😭

Kyle you have such a beautiful, distinctive style of playing that when your video comes up on autoplay I know it's you without looking. Been watching your videos for like a decade now and appreciate you sharing your gift with us!

Kyle, your music has been something calming through the ups and downs of life for the past several years. Thank you for sharing your music with us!

THE BASS SOUND IS SO CRISPPPPPP You were right when you said you got it tuned a lot on stream hahaha Keep up the good work Kyle✊

When broking up, I always stayed in my dark room and watched u played pianos. Ur music has leaded me to a fantasy dreams. Of hope. Of lost but floating and dying gradually. I love your song which are inspired by Debussy.

I've always been a big fan of you because of how well you utilize dynamics. Your FF7 tracks bring fricken tears to my eyes. Wow.

4:43 I have always thought that this brief cadence is the most impactful moment of this theme in every interpretation. It is almost like an announcement of impending emotion.

tifas theme next plz!!

I think partly Kyle being so good when it comes to these covers and Aerith's theme itself being so comforting, you just want to drift off asleep to this. Really so soft and filling for the heart.

That end gave me chills. Ohhhhh, Lord.

I'm so glad for this remasterd version. really reminds me the saddest moment of my fictional world

God you've gotten so much better from back when you were just trying "those who fight" so glad to have been here and watched ya talent grow. Keep it up Kyle 👍

That's some fucking masterwork right there bruh......

i have heard many people play this, but I have to admit your sound is the most amazing.. Thank you

I still listen to your 2010 kingdom hearts dearly beloved arrangement ❤️💙 So happy you made this, reminds me of childhood and family

Stunning. Absolutely, stunning. You hear a lot of covers on youtube, but this one made me feel things I haven't felt since listening to Nobuo Uematsu's piano collections for the first time.

The tone of the piano is crystal clear. Thanks for such a wonderful recording ! My ears are massaged.

Magnificent! One of my favorites! Beautifully played, as always

This is so beautiful and filled with so much spirit Kyle. Thank you.

You have a super beautiful piano playing Kyle, it's always a pleasure to listen your covers

I was wondering if you'd remake this on the grand!! It sounds wonderful, I'll keep this on loop for a while! If we're revisiting classic, how about a remake of the Main Theme? I know it's been covered and covered but I still love it to bits, every time I hear it in a medley of yours I'm emotional lol

This is extraordinary! I've been loving Final Fantasy VII Remake so much, and Aerith has my whole heart 🥺

This is so rich. I loved hearing the chords formed and ring...

I smelled a little bit of "Cloud Smiles" in the beginning!

This has to be one of the best piano arrangements I have ever heard, so much emotion in your playing.

very touching arrangement. Absolutely stunning. This piece of music is amazing because the way it communicates a message. It's also most as if it is a prayer of aerith pleading with the future but then accepting it. Truly a beautiful work

Something to get me through the night

omg, this was incredible, I just relived playing the final fantasy VII game in my head while listening. Talk about spot on. And my favorite character in the game was Aerith, was weird when the character died off

I can almost picture you duoing this with Lara or someone, Kyle. It's already a beautiful arrangement. The emotion in which you play always hooks me instantly.

Amazing! I've watched this many times now, and my girlfriend who is not familiar with Final Fantasy says she would listen to this all day long.

Omg this is so cool, i really like your arrangement. Im honestly so touched and I am a fan of yours. I cant express this in words but your playing is so beautiful. Thank you so much

You are my favorite pianist hands down bro. I appreciate all your videos. You have talent of the gods.

Been watching your videos for almost 10 years now. Love them all! Still love the zelda covers most but this is beautiful.

YES! I've been greatly anticipating this! Phenomenal work! Thank you!

Incredible. It is this song that has drawn me into the final fantasy music. Thank you for uploading such great arrangement of the song!

Omg ive been a sub for so long, and hv not seen your videos for a while and suddenly i bump into this .... remind me of back in the days when you cover all my fav FF and other anime / games songs 😭😭 so much memories. Must hv been over 10 years ago. -mindblown- Thanks for being awesome.

Why wasn't this in my recommended!? What's working with RU-vid algorithm! Seriously though, this was a great performance. And you managed to find a great setup for the camera\microphone\audio issues, glad you managed to sort that out; only those who tried know it's far from easy! Now the Grand sounds great, and your performance is inspiring as always. I wish this had more views!

Dude you and Arkton have the best covers of this piece. Amazing.

Kyle, first I wanted to say that I absolutely love your music, you've helped inspire me to get back into playing the piano after a 15 year break. Your music is just simply beautiful, peaceful and impressive. As far as other tracks from FF7 to do...there are so many to choose from but I would love to hear you do "Flowers blooming in the church" Tifa's Theme" or the Main theme from Final Fantasy VII. Once I have saved enough money for a good digital piano I will be buying some of your sheet music for sure

This is beautiful, thanks. Will you play Tifa’s theme song at some point?

I’ve been extremely excited to hear Kyle’s covers of this game.

Hi Kyle, this is amazing! Thank you for playing one of my favourite Final Fantasy themes and I look forward to hearing your future Nobuo Uematsu covers! Hope you can upload a FFX mix some time.. I think I would die! Can't imagine how cool it'd be to hear Calm Before the Storm, Via Purifico, and Yuna's Determination all in one. Keep up the awesome work, you are my piano goals!!

This brings back so many memories, MY HEARTTTT

Ah yes. I remember this. Great remake from your old one!

What a lovely rendition, thank you very much for sharing!

Kyle, been subscribed for a while, the way you play is magical, I love final fantasy 7, thank you 👍

awesome as always! ff7 holds such a special place in peoples' hearts and this track just pours on the nostalgia. Can you do one of the evergreen park version from ff7 remake?

I'm so glad you did this one--so comforting right now.

I love this!! Reminds me of the time when I performed your arrangement of Terra’s theme at one of my recitals several years ago This makes me want to pick up piano again Thank you for your beautiful music ^^

Thx for the nostalgia Kyle ❤️🎹🎶

Oh my God so beautiful

I'm barely a minute in and already had tears in my eyes. Beautifully moving Kyle. I first found and you years ago when I was looking up FFVII music and was blown away back then, its been incredible to watch you play over the years. I would absolutely love to see covers of the classics you did back then (Jenova, Those Who Fight, etc). But anything FFVII you do I will of course watch! :)

That's what beyond beauty sounds like.

I just absolutely love this. 🤯🔥

best version i have erver seen

The part at 6:04 gave me chills Beautiful playing. Keep up the great work!