He Turns “Stairway To Heaven” Into a Medieval-Sounding Masterpiece
Per-Olov Kindgren & YeOldeRock
Sounds Like Something From The Middle Ages
Led Zeppelin fans will appreciate this. We found a majestic-sounding cover of “Stairway To Heaven” put on by Per-Olov Kindgren on Youtube. Easily one of the most iconic rock songs of all time, this cover emphasizes its classical style where Kindgren turns an already captivating melody, into a masterpiece in its own right.
Note: Kindgren has a website where you can download his compositions and arrangements, if you’re looking to expand your musical horizons. You can visit shop.per-olovkindgren.com. Also, be sure to check out his channel for more awesome content and covers!
Listen closely, and imagine the opening riff as if you were a knight, approaching the King’s castle. I know, it’s a stretch, but that’s exactly what came to mind when first listening to this piece. Crazy, right? Enjoy.