"Canon Rock, by Jerry Chang"

I came across the following video not too long ago, and while I've probably posted it here before, I think it bears mentioning again. It's a rock arrangement of Johann Pachelbel's Canon in D, played by Taiwanese guitarist and composer, Jerry Chang.

This piece, "Canon Rock" has become an internet meme. It's garnered media attention, and has been featured in newspapers, blogs (like this one!), television shows, and radio stations worldwide. South Korean guitarist Jeong-Hyun Lim even performed a cover version in 2005, that has since become the 17th most viewed video on Youtube with over 46 million views. ... [videos]

"Canon Rock" is a fantastic modern take on a classic composition. Creativity at it's best (and some fine guitar work too)! I wonder, though, what Pachelbel would think? :)

-Jon
posted by Jon at 11:44 AM  I   I  0 comments