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@@kingconcerto5860 I happen to enjoy both Marc-Andre Hamelin and Megan Thee Stallion lol. I'm certainly in the minority, but it is possible to like both at once 👍
I'm so happy that this is bringing William Bolcom to more people. One of my favorite albums of all time is Spencer Myer's 2017 Bolcom album. I especially recommend listening to Dream Shadows and The Garden of Eden.
@@snorefest1621 It's an annoyingly "woke" channel, unfortunately. They seem to be hyper-focused on promoting performers who are either women or minorities, just because they're women or minorities. It's not exactly surprising in this era that we're living in though. It truly is a sad reality.
Lifetimes of music have passed through this man’s fingers. Composers nobody’s heard of. Pieces only a handful of people could play with competency. And he’s far from finished. Unparalleled. So humble, down to earth.
Hamelin is the greatest living pianist IMO. So often he is always playing something rarely heard, but very interesting. Love the CPE rondo. He makes that modest upright piano sound so bright and expressive. Reminds me of Zakk Wilde shredding on a Hello Kitty guitar.
I agree. Although love Brendel and Kissin, Hamelin is broader and more encompassing and a better technician than most others, to sum it up the master of masters in our lifetime, steeped in the tradition of the whole of the piano literature, and I don't think he has ever stopped exploring.
@@tomowenpianochannel technically he's very possibly the best. But I think his control of Tone isn't quite at Brendels level. But he is very well rounded and can play everything very well
He played Bolcom's "Graceful Ghost Rag" as an encore when I saw him perform the Paul Dukas Piano Sonata. That concert was the most incredible and emotional performance I've ever seen in my life, he finished the Dukas sonata and he had tears pouring out of him- it's the only time I've ever seen a pianist so emotional after a performance... The fact that it was Marc-Andre Hamelin sharing such a personal performance in such a small venue, performing one of the most incredible solo piano works ever written- it was truly a transcendental experience.
This is truly the beauty of these NPR tiny desk concerts…from Kirk Franklin, to H.E.R, Yebba, and now MA Hamlin, they really cater to all of our musical tastes! How blessed are we to listen and witness great music from every genre. -Greetings from Bahrain!
this environment is so warm and cozy. his loose sweater (looks so comfy!), the music, the shelves behind him filled to the brim... feels like walking into a very cool, intelligent uncle's house and listening to him play in his living room. absolutely great! so pleasant!
That 3rd piece (the one he wrote) has (to me) lots of Ravel qualities to it and maybe just a tiny hint of Gershwin. His mastery of so many different genres is amazing and I'm sure it all contributes to his own compositions. He started off with baroque precision and clarity, followed up with romantic-tinged ragtime, and ended with an impressionistic bombastic soundscape. I've just discovered him with this tiny desk concert and am thankful to the youtube algorithms.
It what you get when trying to play a Ravel poem and a Prokofiev sonata at the same time. Its hard incredibly hard, especially to get out of it what's in their
More of classic please. Thank you Mr Hamelin, it is a pleasure and honor to listen unique, profound, and original music played by so a fine pianist. I didn’t know about you and now please consider me as your new fan!
Never thought I'd see a Hamelin NPR tiny desk concert! Absolutely surreal to watch such a legend playing on a little upright, especially a piece as vicious as that toccata.
Nobody expects this but man he is such a good virtuoso pianist, and his taste in piano repertoire is so unique and electic. He's a truly great musician who can just weave music out of thin air.
Probably the greatest living pianist because a scholar and student of the entire picture, obscure & less-trodden paths, jazz, extreme modernity, but at the same level as anyone in any 'classic'; a true artist, and someone who follows the tradition of Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, Scriabin, Debussy, Rachmaninov, and all composers for this instrument more full of possibilities than any other.
More of this, please! Classical musicians who write their own music are my favorite. Hamelin has been my most beloved musician for so long, and I love his original compositions. The love for the classical tradition he was brought up in is still there in his music, while the undeniable influence of the contemporary sound world permeates the whole. There is a similar quality to Bolcom's piece. I get the impression from Bolcom's and Hamelin's piece here of watchmakers- meticulous ordering of complex webs of sound and fusions of genre to create something personal to them as individuals.
@@flooo5071 Also Vyacheslav Gryaznov (he has a youtube channel), classically trained from Moscow Conservatory pianist wrote a lot of piano solo work. Most astonishing is transcription of Debussy's Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune
Wow! When he touches the keys the air is sparkling. This is so amazing and wonderful. Thanks a lot NPR for this opportunity to listen to classic in an unusual way.
Encore Mr. Hamelin! I love hearing the history of the pieces he plays. Although the last one was a little tough for me as a non-musician, its still always a treat to experience something outside of my comfort zone by an absolute virtuoso.
This is nothing short of magnificent, and I enjoyed it dearly (which, without a doubt, I will do multiple times hereafter 😊). Marc-André Hamelin is truly gifted.
All of this by memory as well, what a master craftsmen! Bach, Rondo in C minor has to be the ultimate piano flex. He's a real gangster on the keys. Love NPR for this.
So happy that this video captures what I have experienced: That pianists are some of the most passionate, lovable, humble, intelligent people on this planet. Love his presentations
This is completely mental. You hand these people sheet music and they turn it into pure bliss and joy. „Tremendous“ as the composer coined it. And yet so humble. Thank you so much for the experience. 💗
NPR Music: You brilliant team, how lovely are your classical concert, I can't believe it. All those great Pianists playing always on perfect pianos. Bringing us magical sounds in a noisy world. What treats you give us.Thank you very much. Much love from Holland. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🌷🌷🌷(Holland)
Ein Piano am Limit. Ein Komponist, der gerade erst angefangen hat. Das Piano gibt fast nach. Auf einem großen Flügel hätte das vermutlich den Raum gesprengt. Fantastisch.
What an amazing puanist! Clicked on the video by chance and discoverec a genius! Thank you so much for uploading, you helped us discover some new joy and a pianist to listen to!
Je ne connaissais ni l'oeuvre (Rondo) ni le pianiste, mais tout est excellent et pour une fois la prise de son est remarquable et contribue grandement à la qualité de ce moment musicale ! Bravo et merci.
Marc Andre Hamelin, wow. I've been watching videos of him play for over 20 years, back in the Google video days and in quite poor quality. This is amazing to see!
It's so much joy to see and hear the master in this lovely, cosy, compact environment. And kudos to the audio engineer and everyone who contributed to this excellent recording.
Marc-André Hamelin is an incredible pianist. You have to listen to his interpretation of well known and not so well known pieces to really appreciate his mastery. I had the privilege of attending a concert in Montreal back in the 80´. I knew the name before hand, but after that concert, I realize how much of an outstanding artist he was. Humility, unique technical capacities all at the service of music. Happy he was celebrated at npr tiny desk.
Marc André ist einer der grössten Pianisten und bescheiden geblieben: Kein Starkult, sondern Leistung. Er ist einer der wenigen Pianisten (und Pianistinnen), die sich an unspielbare Werke heranwagen und sich nicht nur im "Mainstream"-Repertoire aufhalten.
@@kpcage Sie brauchen nicht den Oberlehrer herauszuhängen. Ueberprüfen Sie erst einmal Ihre Deutschkenntnisse, bevor Sie mir unterstellen Mark André Hamelin zu duzen. Ich habe vermutet, dass André ein Künstlername ist und Hamelin der Familienname. Respektlosigkeit können Sie mir nicht vorwerfen in meinen Kommentar.
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Why post this on a Marc-Andre Hamelin video? 🤣 I can assure you that none of us care about "Megan Thee Stallion" 🤮
@@kingconcerto5860 literally. that comment was disgusting
Was this intended for a different video? Looks like an error
@@kingconcerto5860 I happen to enjoy both Marc-Andre Hamelin and Megan Thee Stallion lol. I'm certainly in the minority, but it is possible to like both at once 👍
WAP 4 EVR!
Hamelin in a Tiny Desk concert. Life is truly unpredictable.
Podría un niño llegar a tocar así ?
él era un niño antes..
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@@antonymendoza4285What do you mean? He can play wherever he wants & not just in big concert halls.
happy to see that Cookie Monster is enjoying this performance as much as I am
Amazing playing, rivaled only by that amazing sweater
I too am coveting the sweater!
It’s woven from extended strands of oat meal with rice chex for contrast.
Cosby sweater!
The upright piano sounds like a fortepiano, perfect for the CPE Bach Rondo…. Smart repertoire!!
agree!!!
Shoutout to the sound team! The piano is SO crisp!
I agree.Often standup pianos sounds(saloon piano)this do not.
My very first thought in the first seconds of the video was: Man! What a wonderful (stereo) sound! And this play!
It makes listening a pure pleasure.
lower notes are clearly out of tune. Bah......
A little too crisp for my taste. Especially some of the higher notes.
@@Marklar3 Agreed. We're in snare drum territory in some registers.
I’ve never heard a ragtime song move me like this - it’s heavenly
I'm so happy that this is bringing William Bolcom to more people. One of my favorite albums of all time is Spencer Myer's 2017 Bolcom album. I especially recommend listening to Dream Shadows and The Garden of Eden.
"Bravo"
It’s always been one of my favorites and it usually makes me cry. Marc’s rendition is pretty much the best I’ve heard. It doesn’t get better.
Heavenly is a perfect descriptor.
Its hauntingly beautiful
We are SO lucky to have the amazing Marc-André Hamelin on the piano faculty at NEC! His talent is unmatched!
Shut up
holy sht NEC have a youtube channel?!
@@snorefest1621 It's an annoyingly "woke" channel, unfortunately. They seem to be hyper-focused on promoting performers who are either women or minorities, just because they're women or minorities. It's not exactly surprising in this era that we're living in though. It truly is a sad reality.
@@kingconcerto5860 ok boomer (i study at NEC). Remember not everything is white intellectual men lol
Nippon Electric Company produced most of the computer series in Japan in the 90s. I am glad so see they are still around and investing in music.
The precision is insane. Gets exactly as much sound out of each key as he wants.
Muitos anos tocando, muitas obras passaram pelas mãos desse cara.
He's the greatest pianist of all time... That we have recordings of anyway. =)
@@patrickmeyer2598 I agree 100%.
Lifetimes of music have passed through this man’s fingers. Composers nobody’s heard of. Pieces only a handful of people could play with competency. And he’s far from finished. Unparalleled. So humble, down to earth.
He has been the most technically brilliant and champion of unknown composers for decades.
Long live Marc Andre Hamelin.
His artistic use of silence is unmatched!
Never heard such a sick, precise staccato. On top of that, he combines it with amazing phrasing and humor. Wow. Just, wow.
Never mind the technique and otherworldly playing ... ot s out of tune waaaah
He has unbelievable finger control and technique. Only very few world-class pianists can play at this level.
E.g. Sokolow
@@balazsvitalyos9140 Yes, Sokolow. and Kissin. (though both can't play Kapustin, but Marc André Hamelin can!)
@@jazzenthusiast4353 👍
My favorite is Krystian Zimerman amongst the others listed in this thread
Peter Jablonski
One of the greatest pianists of our time.
Hamelin is the greatest living pianist IMO. So often he is always playing something rarely heard, but very interesting. Love the CPE rondo. He makes that modest upright piano sound so bright and expressive. Reminds me of Zakk Wilde shredding on a Hello Kitty guitar.
I agree. Although love Brendel and Kissin, Hamelin is broader and more encompassing and a better technician than most others, to sum it up the master of masters in our lifetime, steeped in the tradition of the whole of the piano literature, and I don't think he has ever stopped exploring.
@@tomowenpianochannel technically he's very possibly the best. But I think his control of Tone isn't quite at Brendels level. But he is very well rounded and can play everything very well
He played Bolcom's "Graceful Ghost Rag" as an encore when I saw him perform the Paul Dukas Piano Sonata. That concert was the most incredible and emotional performance I've ever seen in my life, he finished the Dukas sonata and he had tears pouring out of him- it's the only time I've ever seen a pianist so emotional after a performance... The fact that it was Marc-Andre Hamelin sharing such a personal performance in such a small venue, performing one of the most incredible solo piano works ever written- it was truly a transcendental experience.
This is truly the beauty of these NPR tiny desk concerts…from Kirk Franklin, to H.E.R, Yebba, and now MA Hamlin, they really cater to all of our musical tastes! How blessed are we to listen and witness great music from every genre.
-Greetings from Bahrain!
Thank you. Never heard anyone that was that capeable to make an upright, sound like an actual Flügel.!
Outstanding.! My respects.
this environment is so warm and cozy. his loose sweater (looks so comfy!), the music, the shelves behind him filled to the brim... feels like walking into a very cool, intelligent uncle's house and listening to him play in his living room. absolutely great! so pleasant!
OH MY GOODNESS I had no idea my favorite pianist would be here. This guy is one of the best there ever was!
Wow he is insane! The dynamics and precision are breathtaking
And rubato used in the most honest, organic way.
absolutely jaw dropping to see Hamelin light that upright UP. Bravo to NPR for always doing the best
This mix is tight. Props to the sound engineers - they really did some good work on the stereo sound.
Don't like the panning. It ruined it for me.
Quite possibly the best tiny desk concert to date! EXTRAORDINARY! Brilliant genius! Love it!
Exactly my sentiments, Linda. We were transported. Bravo, NPR. So grateful for this.
00:00 C.P.E. Bach: Rondo in C Minor
07:02 William Bolcom: “Graceful Ghost Rag”
13:40 Marc-André Hamelin: Toccata on “L’homme armé”
He played Bolcom's "Graceful Ghost Rag" as an encore when I saw him perform the Paul Dukas Piano Sonata.
@@kingconcerto5860 That rag is played just amazingly beautiful. What a great feel.
cheers mush
Thank you for the track listing ;)
This Rag ist a Hidden Gem. Never Heard. Sounds very nice.
That 3rd piece (the one he wrote) has (to me) lots of Ravel qualities to it and maybe just a tiny hint of Gershwin. His mastery of so many different genres is amazing and I'm sure it all contributes to his own compositions. He started off with baroque precision and clarity, followed up with romantic-tinged ragtime, and ended with an impressionistic bombastic soundscape. I've just discovered him with this tiny desk concert and am thankful to the youtube algorithms.
It what you get when trying to play a Ravel poem and a Prokofiev sonata at the same time. Its hard incredibly hard, especially to get out of it what's in their
L’émotion virtuose ! Bravo à la magnifique prise de son du piano
I accidentally came over this video, never heard of Marc-André Hamelin before and was absolutely excited by his performance. Mesmerising.
More of classic please.
Thank you Mr Hamelin, it is a pleasure and honor to listen unique, profound, and original music played by so a fine pianist.
I didn’t know about you and now please consider me as your new fan!
This rep is SO good for this setting/piano. Love Marc-André Hamelin, he's an incredible artist and such a nice man.
Quel grand musicien! Je suis à court d’adjectifs pour exprimer ce que je ressens. C’est tellement beau.
Never thought I'd see a Hamelin NPR tiny desk concert! Absolutely surreal to watch such a legend playing on a little upright, especially a piece as vicious as that toccata.
As a life-long lover of piano, this is as good as it gets. So glad Hamelin came to Tiny Desk❤
Nobody expects this but man he is such a good virtuoso pianist, and his taste in piano repertoire is so unique and electic. He's a truly great musician who can just weave music out of thin air.
What a delight to wake up and listen to this wonderful artist🥰
Tiny Desk knows that variety is the spice of life. Bravo! Thanks for all the different styles of music.
Great artist! Thank you NPR for the Tiny Desk Concert platform! It delivers such a diversity of talents, genre, and opportunity for growth!
Tiny Desk used to be commercially successful art music rather than primarily commercial recording artists. It is wonderful to see this come back.
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I agree. The variety of excellent musical styles is so welcome!
This is amazing. I’ve never heard Hamelin play before, but I feel like I just opened a door to a new world.
Probably the greatest living pianist because a scholar and student of the entire picture, obscure & less-trodden paths, jazz, extreme modernity, but at the same level as anyone in any 'classic'; a true artist, and someone who follows the tradition of Bach, Beethoven, Chopin, Liszt, Scriabin, Debussy, Rachmaninov, and all composers for this instrument more full of possibilities than any other.
Never thought I'd see Hamelin on NPR! Kudos to you all!
Lol UA-cam brought us all to this, it was like, Hamelin!! Let’s bring all the Alkan enthusiasts here to this random music channel
An amazing talent! That piano sounds so crisp I feel like I'm in it.
I feel like you can almost see them they are coming thru so vividly
More of this, please! Classical musicians who write their own music are my favorite. Hamelin has been my most beloved musician for so long, and I love his original compositions. The love for the classical tradition he was brought up in is still there in his music, while the undeniable influence of the contemporary sound world permeates the whole. There is a similar quality to Bolcom's piece. I get the impression from Bolcom's and Hamelin's piece here of watchmakers- meticulous ordering of complex webs of sound and fusions of genre to create something personal to them as individuals.
do you know other contemporary classical composers ?
@@flooo5071 Stephen Hough also wrote his own transcriptions. Nikolai Kapustin just passed away has a lot of great classical-jazz pieces.
@@flooo5071 Also Vyacheslav Gryaznov (he has a youtube channel), classically trained from Moscow Conservatory pianist wrote a lot of piano solo work. Most astonishing is transcription of Debussy's Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune
@@flooo5071Unsuk Chin is a contemporary composer whose sound is very accessible imo
Great comments in here lots for me to look into. Thanks everyone!
Wonderful pieces! Wonderful performances! Thank you so much Mr Hamelin!
Wooow just listening to that beginning 💫
One of those rare geniuses that was absolutely born to play and compose for the piano. remarkable
So good... Also kudos to whoever mixed and mastered the audio! Sounds better than most piano recordings I hear, even with the YT compression.
yes i am TOTALLY about this artist passionately yapping about the things he loves and admired and has experienced ❤❤ what a refreshing delight
Wow! When he touches the keys the air is sparkling. This is so amazing and wonderful. Thanks a lot NPR for this opportunity to listen to classic in an unusual way.
Encore Mr. Hamelin! I love hearing the history of the pieces he plays. Although the last one was a little tough for me as a non-musician, its still always a treat to experience something outside of my comfort zone by an absolute virtuoso.
He plays like an angel!
Just amazing!
Great performance and hats off again to the SUPERB sound quality
This is nothing short of magnificent, and I enjoyed it dearly (which, without a doubt, I will do multiple times hereafter 😊). Marc-André Hamelin is truly gifted.
All of this by memory as well, what a master craftsmen! Bach, Rondo in C minor has to be the ultimate piano flex. He's a real gangster on the keys. Love NPR for this.
So happy that this video captures what I have experienced: That pianists are some of the most passionate, lovable, humble, intelligent people on this planet. Love his presentations
This is completely mental. You hand these people sheet music and they turn it into pure bliss and joy. „Tremendous“ as the composer coined it. And yet so humble. Thank you so much for the experience. 💗
Bravo to the sound ingenier Josh Rogosin !
Whipping that upright into shape!! Bravo.
This man cast a spell on that little black and white keys thing for a piano..!
NPR Music: You brilliant team, how lovely are your classical concert, I can't believe it. All those great Pianists playing always on perfect pianos. Bringing us magical sounds in a noisy world. What treats you give us.Thank you very much. Much love from Holland. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤🌷🌷🌷(Holland)
The greater the humility the greater the artist and not many as great as Hamelin
Ein Piano am Limit. Ein Komponist, der gerade erst angefangen hat. Das Piano gibt fast nach. Auf einem großen Flügel hätte das vermutlich den Raum gesprengt. Fantastisch.
you can just tell he's a great guy
What an amazing puanist! Clicked on the video by chance and discoverec a genius! Thank you so much for uploading, you helped us discover some new joy and a pianist to listen to!
Absolutely beautiful!
He is one of the greatest pianists of this time!
Crystal sound and incisive precision - no room for errors - nice dynamics too
Love the variety by having Marc alongside the other bands and pop music acts.
I'm blown away by his mastery of the pedal. It's actually really hard to get right.
Je ne connaissais ni l'oeuvre (Rondo) ni le pianiste, mais tout est excellent et pour une fois la prise de son est remarquable et contribue grandement à la qualité de ce moment musicale ! Bravo et merci.
That is some PHENOMENAL audio and playing. Wow...
Marc Andre Hamelin, wow. I've been watching videos of him play for over 20 years, back in the Google video days and in quite poor quality. This is amazing to see!
the pure language of the emotions.
Wow - I just discovered Rondo in C Minor, came to check out the most recent Tiny Desk Concerts, and here it is, played by one of the greats :)
That Toccata was amazing. Like Bartok's dissonance with a little increase in melodic thematics. What a treat!
keep playing your beautiful piano friend, you have all the magic
It's so much joy to see and hear the master in this lovely, cosy, compact environment. And kudos to the audio engineer and everyone who contributed to this excellent recording.
I have a young pianist here who thinks this is pretty marvellous!! Blown away! 🤯
Que grande y que placer escuchar a este pedazo de intérprete que me lleva acompañando toda la vida... Siempre es un placer verle y escucharle tocar 🤍
the last song....WOW I absolutely love it. Modern classical music, just amazing.
Merci à tiny desk et toute l’équipe pour ce magnifique concert 🎶 🎹
Hamelin is so good that he can literally turn any absurd idea into a variaton or cadence or piece just because, such genious and maestry
All three repertoire choices here were absolutely exceptionally fun and interesting! Amazing concert!
That piano has the perfect tonal quality for the work by C.P.E. Bach. Hamelin really utilizes the tone perfectly.
Marc is supremely talented, thank you for sharing this concert. Had not heard the first piece before, loved the commentary between also
Wonderfull my brod ,, Best sound, great sound
Marc-André Hamelin is an incredible pianist. You have to listen to his interpretation of well known and not so well known pieces to really appreciate his mastery. I had the privilege of attending a concert in Montreal back in the 80´. I knew the name before hand, but after that concert, I realize how much of an outstanding artist he was. Humility, unique technical capacities all at the service of music. Happy he was celebrated at npr tiny desk.
Heard the Bolcum rag. Went right out and bought the sheet music! Still studying it! Thank you, Marc-Andre! Hope I get there!
Marc André ist einer der grössten Pianisten und bescheiden geblieben: Kein Starkult, sondern Leistung. Er ist einer der wenigen Pianisten (und Pianistinnen), die sich an unspielbare Werke heranwagen und sich nicht nur im "Mainstream"-Repertoire aufhalten.
Und warum duzt du ihn so unverhohlen, Lothar? So bescheiden wäre er dann sicher doch nicht, sich von einem YT-Kek hier so wegduzen zu lassen.
@@kpcage Sie brauchen nicht den Oberlehrer herauszuhängen. Ueberprüfen Sie erst einmal Ihre Deutschkenntnisse, bevor Sie mir unterstellen Mark André Hamelin zu duzen. Ich habe vermutet, dass André ein Künstlername ist und Hamelin der Familienname. Respektlosigkeit können Sie mir nicht vorwerfen in meinen Kommentar.
Oh sweet Lord - what a beautufil composition - prisitne playing !
Instant follow on Spotify! Legit beast of a talent.
holy moly this is makin me cry. audio is impeccable but this guy's tone is superhuman. whew
This guy's articulation is incredible.
Wonderful !!! Thank you!
Honestly thank you so much NPR for this amazing video I have no words ❤❤❤
that's my favorite tiny desk performance by far
Mesmerizing interpretations of these beautiful pieces...he's such a master of precision and dynamics.
Very clear and yet soft warm sound from well designed room acoustic is imagined.
i wish tiny desk would put out some vinyl album samplers. that would be amazing.
Merci mille fois, tracer des frontières est certainement une perte de temps. Notre coeurs et nos émotions ne peuvent pas les reconnaître.
Wonderful & refreshing!