I've listened to this many times, and I'm just now noticing how the soloist and the orchestra talk with each other. The conversation between them is so beautiful, as different instruments respond to themes that Alma has just played, and she in turns responds to themes that they initiate. Beautiful melodies carried beautifully by each instrument in its turn. Such a gorgeous piece of music.
The violin she is playing is a Stradivarius "The Bucher Stradivarius" made in 1683 and on permanent loan to her by the Tariso Foundation in Italy. Valued at over 10 million dollars. They gave it to her in time for her to use it at her debut at Carnegie Hall in Dec 2019.
Wait, weren't Tarisio that ones that also lent the two Golden Age Strads that TwoSet used for the Mendelsohn and Bach's double 4M subs concert with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra a couple of months ago?
Alma brings music to life when she plays. Stradivarius would be so honored and pleased to have one of his perfections so perfectly and lovingly handled and brining to life such beautiful sounds!
Wow. I had no idea about her violin, but we all do get it when it comes to her talent. May The Lord contine to richly bless her, her amily, and the Jewish people.
@@PM_ME_MESSIAEN_PICS That's a bit hard - OK the orchestral parts for the concertos for example aren't all that inspired, but they're reasonably workmanlike.
@@fermatichebellosei1595 Perhaps English isn't your first language, or are you just being a pedantic pr**k? If the former, then learn that it is the norm to say that someone is 'n' without any further qualification when taking about age; if the latter, we can do without any further contributions from you on this thread.
I believe she was 9 when she composed this. Absolutely remarkable. Most people live their whole lives without being around to experience this level of prodigy. I'd also add that no moment seems too big for her. She's able to handle everything that's coming her way with extreme grace (at least publicly).
@@peterjansen3846 I think "younger person" is an old form. Not sure of that. Still, I meant. She is a younger person than, the vast majority of people at her age, who has the knowledge to create this.
@@themaskedmusicians2812 -it was an all encompassing statement… She plays, she composed, she sings etc… Another brilliant female musical everything is Rachel Flowers.. you should check her out. She’s a musician ( maybe 9 different instruments including pipe organ), she composes , and she’s a singer, performer and she acts… Oh yea and she does it all while being blind…
That first movement (Allegro Maestoso) has a fascinating Richard Strauss feel to it that I can't quite put my finger on... its an absolutely lovely late romantic period beauty she has created
you hit the nail "romantic period beauty", and that is my only concern. I can't tell to what extend this beautiful music is authentic and whether this young genius will develop further surpassing romanticism, neo-classicism and bringing her symponism into 21 century. Did she skip in her development Schostakovich, Prokofief, Schnitke, Richard Strauss?
I was so excited at the start when I saw that Jane Glover was to conduct the orchestra for Alma. I remember Jane well from the 1980s. ALWAYS brilliant then - and no doubt even more so now. Who better than to work with Alma to electrify her wonderful music?
Playing the violin and piano at a professional level is already remarkable, but composing beautiful concertos for both instruments at such a young age is truly awe-inspiring.
Let's just forget for a brief moment what her age is. Completely! After all, she is invariably going to get older and then the novelty of a child would wear off rather swiftly. So let's just look at the musician, her musicianship, her virtuosity, compositional creativity and allegria... Completely regardless of her age, she is composing music that is well crafted, sophisticated, but accessible and indicative of a certain whimsical nature and good humor she tucks into her work. Her violin and piano skills as a player are exceptionally well-developed, and most importantly are more than adequate for her to continue composing music that is reflective of an irrepressible passion to let the music out! If she is given the latitude, time, and gives herself the patience to mature in a well-rounded fashion to the degree possible in her musical bubble, we can expect some great works from her. It is rare to see such a merging of skillsets and the drive to do something with them. It is going to be a pleasure to watch and listen to her for many years to come, regardless of how old we both might get!
A true masterpiece! Definitely a permanent addition to the classical repertoire - absolutely top-shelf! Second movement is especially impressive, which is a surprise, since most child composers [she wrote it when she was 9] think the slow movements are "boring". Can't say it de-thrones my favorite (Mendelssohn's), but in some respects I think it's superior to Beethoven's (which I'd summarize as "lovely", and would never say anything negative about it, but it's 2nd movement is nothing like Alma's). This piece is here to stay. The world has another violin concerto!!
@@themaskedmusicians2812 A couple of the melodies from the slow movement also found their way into her opera, "Cinderella." Nothing wrong with that, of course. Even Beethoven reused material in multiple compositions.
Yes, it is a masterpiece, albeit 150 years too late. In 2023, this is a romantic pastiche, a juvenalia of an incredibly talented young composer. She'll grow out of it. She's writing the kind of music that she likes -- solidly diatonic, full of melodies, which she has said she considers the most important element in composition (from her 60 Minute interview). But at some point, hopefully in the near future, she'll realize that she can't just imitate Romantic Era masters. At this point, it isn't her composition or her playing that is amazing, it's her age. I can't wait to hear her mature compositions.
The violin seems her forte. This is unbelievable for such a young person. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 There’s hope beyond the screeching and dissonance of modern classical music.
Alma ‘how can music be so beautiful’ when you compose it? Love your amazing music and talent. Keep composing and performing, you’re the best. May God bless you!
Enfin une oeuvre classique contemporaine d une indescriptible beauté qui ne se batit pas sur des dissonances au motif de se piquer d originalité .. du beau dépourvu d orgueiil comme de mièvrerie. Félicitations
Just absolutely fantastic. Beuatiful music and I love how she interacts with the orchestra / director.. she is already a star in my opinion not only by her compositions and playing skills but also by her humbleness (if that is the correct word.. she is a star but doesn't act like that)
I’m in tears every time I hear this magnificent work especially after the slow movement. I rate this violin concerto up there with all the other great violin concertos including Tchaikovsky Brahms Max Bruck Korngold Sibelius. I heard Alma was writing a symphony that is so exciting I’d like to send her a message telling her good luck and keep going her music and playing is top drawer and I would definitely pay to see her live.She must perform at the BBC proms at some point when she’s ready
Alma, this work is magnificent, sublime. Loved every minute. I didn’t want it to end!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤.. This music soothes my spirit and restores my faith. It is also terribly exciting. Triumph! Your dress is lovely.
Yup, that's the one. That video they reacted to was her interview on 60Minutes. I wonder how TwoSet feel about her huge growth as a musician and her importance in the classical music world.
@@harrylee3898 yes, I too wonder. She is worthy of great note in the world, and walks forward humbly and with great inner joy that blesses us wherever she or her music goes.
I am going to play this concerto on my radio program tomorrow night, will also see if there is a CD of it. I greatly admire her compositions, because they are so beautifully tuneful.
It’s quite unbelievable …. I’ve been watching Alma closely now since she was seven ……. She is utterly amazing and charming and extremely gifted……. SHE WILL BE FAMOUS …. Of this, l have no doubt…… she plays so well, she composes so well….. there is nothing she cannot do …. Totally gobsmacked l am. Bravo Alma….. no last name needed…..
@@ursulabean3179 I only discovered her a few days ago and am amazed by her character, her skills and the joy she shows when talking about her music and playing
@@88cadfael That is awesome to hear! Alma is one of my most favorite musicians in the world. In a different genre, her co temporary, Angelina Jordan, is another. They are only a year apart and showed their genius, love, caring, and abilities from very very early on. I am so glad they both exist.
after reading many of the comments I'd like to suggest she sounds like ALMA! I've started to listen to her when her first videos came out when she was 5 or 6. She has kept her grace and simplicity of a true genius! She said she wanted to change the world at 8 yrs old and she has not stopped. Thanks for bringing peace to our soul!
I am very impressed of you, Alma, that you remember the victims of the October crimes at Israel. These crimes are shattering for us all . Go on making music, Alma, you get really adult, girl. But I hd not wished for you, that you get adult at such dreadful times. God bless you and protect you, girl!
Romanza part is amazing. Who said that all great melodies has been already found and used? So fresh, so new. How could Mendelson, Viniyavski, Sibelius, Tchaikovsky could have overlooked it?
Who is playing violin? I think I know the answer, but my instant reaction was a disbelieve. The same Alma, who five years prior to that performed Bach concerto in C minor for two pianos with Tanja? Really? She wrote this concerto and she plays violin solo part?
Yes, she wrote this violin concerto when she was just nine years old ! This is incredible but true !! If you like modern neoclassical music you should have a look to violin concerti by Alexey Shor ; really interesting !
@@haroldlabrique608 Yes, it is neo-classic or more precisely neo-romanticism. Could we praise her for independence, authenticity daring innovation? Not yet and may be for admirers of traditional classic it is a compliment.
@@YThome7 First, Alma's music is definitely authentic, second, no music can be independent from previous music, whether it imitates it or attempts to be different from it, and finally, who cares about ugly innovative stuff when one's ears bleed while listening to it. Let's hope Alma will continue to compose her beautiful, extraordinary music 🙏
Exquisitely composed and beautifully played. I've added it to the playlist I listen to when working from home. Does anyone know the year of this perforrnance? Bravo, Alma!
Interesting how much of the material from this concerto she recycled in her opera of Cinderella. Mostly from the second movement, but also from the third. Not a bad thing, of course, but just interesting.
Alma came home from her first few days in school in tears, telling her parents: “You promised they would teach me to read.” After that, her parents decided to home school her and her sister. They were uniquely qualified. Her father is a mathematician and a musician and her mother has a phd in English literature. Her father gave her her first instructions on how to play the piano at the age of two and she was learning so fast that at first he thought that he was a an amazing teacher, until he realized that Alma was way ahead of him. 😂
Interesting. It's my understanding that a conductor is the one who interprets the piece and therefore decides how it is to be played by the orchestra and soloist. In this case, the soloist is the composer. So, the conductor just makes sure that the orchestra does what she wants?
She is amazing, a prodigy, no doubt and a totally skilled composer. But the first movement is a bit boring in my view... I think the last movement is more interesting, happy and remarkable. Only one point about her writing. Imagine a painter of our days painting pictures with an Impressionist technique and style. That painter would be considered old-fashioned, "academic" because he/she uses the language of past times. I'm afraid this is the same point with this concert. It looks back to the Romanticism. She could explore new horizons with her immense talent and not look too much to the past just to be considered one of the greatest composers of our time. I know it's her personal decision but I believe she's wasting her talent in "Romanticized" concerts... We already have Mendelssohn, Brahms and Bruckner among others to listen to Romantic concerts. There are hundreds of options to choose. I hope she will evolve to more advanced compositions, although it depends on her decisions.
Allegro maestoso: 0:39
Romanza: 15:52
Allegro Scherzando: 25:33
I've listened to this many times, and I'm just now noticing how the soloist and the orchestra talk with each other. The conversation between them is so beautiful, as different instruments respond to themes that Alma has just played, and she in turns responds to themes that they initiate. Beautiful melodies carried beautifully by each instrument in its turn. Such a gorgeous piece of music.
The violin she is playing is a Stradivarius "The Bucher Stradivarius" made in 1683 and on permanent loan to her by the Tariso Foundation in Italy. Valued at over 10 million dollars. They gave it to her in time for her to use it at her debut at Carnegie Hall in Dec 2019.
Wait, weren't Tarisio that ones that also lent the two Golden Age Strads that TwoSet used for the Mendelsohn and Bach's double 4M subs concert with the Singapore Symphony Orchestra a couple of months ago?
@@harrylee3898 yeah it’s the same organization
That Violin deserves an Alma.
Alma brings music to life when she plays. Stradivarius would be so honored and pleased to have one of his perfections so perfectly and lovingly handled and brining to life such beautiful sounds!
Wow. I had no idea about her violin, but we all do get it when it comes to her talent. May The Lord contine to richly bless her, her amily, and the Jewish people.
What blows my mind is that this very talented girl scored each and every part for each instrument in the orchestra! Simply astonishing!!
isn't that standard practice (just that chopin couldn't do that)
And she actually did it when she was 9.
@@PM_ME_MESSIAEN_PICS That's a bit hard - OK the orchestral parts for the concertos for example aren't all that inspired, but they're reasonably workmanlike.
@@fermatichebellosei1595 Perhaps English isn't your first language, or are you just being a pedantic pr**k? If the former, then learn that it is the norm to say that someone is 'n' without any further qualification when taking about age; if the latter, we can do without any further contributions from you on this thread.
@@fermatichebellosei15959 years old
I believe she was 9 when she composed this. Absolutely remarkable. Most people live their whole lives without being around to experience this level of prodigy. I'd also add that no moment seems too big for her. She's able to handle everything that's coming her way with extreme grace (at least publicly).
She truly knows about music and its history.
This level of compositions craves a deeply understanding of harmony. Rarely seen in a younger person.
Younger person? She was a child when she wrote it. This lady is more astounding than Mendelssohn and Mozart.
She was 9 when wrote this concert9
@@peterjansen3846 I think "younger person" is an old form. Not sure of that.
Still, I meant. She is a younger person than, the vast majority of people at her age, who has the knowledge to create this.
truly!
@@louisegogel7973Verkligt
She’s just one of the planet’s most amazing musicians.
She really is. She's also one of the planet's best composers
@@themaskedmusicians2812 -it was an all encompassing statement…
She plays, she composed, she sings etc…
Another brilliant female musical everything is Rachel Flowers.. you should check her out. She’s a musician ( maybe 9 different instruments including pipe organ), she composes , and she’s a singer, performer and she acts…
Oh yea and she does it all while being blind…
@@Knight14649 that's impressive!
@@themaskedmusicians2812 it could be
And the conductor. Magnificent.
This concerto is incredibly impressive... WOW my jaw dropped at the 3rd movement
I have no words to describe this genius. What a prodigy 😍
Genius is a word. Prodigy is a word.
That first movement (Allegro Maestoso) has a fascinating Richard Strauss feel to it that I can't quite put my finger on...
its an absolutely lovely late romantic period beauty she has created
you hit the nail "romantic period beauty", and that is my only concern. I can't tell to what extend this beautiful music is authentic and whether this young genius will develop further surpassing romanticism, neo-classicism and bringing her symponism into 21 century. Did she skip in her development Schostakovich, Prokofief, Schnitke, Richard Strauss?
Genius 👍💕👏👏👏....this young woman simply amazes ...and we are ALIVE to witness it
Exactly. Your grandchildren will hear about Alma. I promise you.
romanza - is one of the most beautiful things i’ve ever heard!!
💛🌟🌸🎵🌺💝 Beauty in all aspects here. Thank you for sharing Alma’s violin concerto! She is one very very special, loving, talented young lady!!
There is hope for the world.
Not really. One talented person is nothing against the corrupt corporations that ruin the world.
I was so excited at the start when I saw that Jane Glover was to conduct the orchestra for Alma. I remember Jane well from the 1980s. ALWAYS brilliant then - and no doubt even more so now. Who better than to work with Alma to electrify her wonderful music?
This is astoundingly beautiful. I hear a lot of Mendelssohn influence here.
Playing the violin and piano at a professional level is already remarkable, but composing beautiful concertos for both instruments at such a young age is truly awe-inspiring.
Let's just forget for a brief moment what her age is. Completely! After all, she is invariably going to get older and then the novelty of a child would wear off rather swiftly. So let's just look at the musician, her musicianship, her virtuosity, compositional creativity and allegria... Completely regardless of her age, she is composing music that is well crafted, sophisticated, but accessible and indicative of a certain whimsical nature and good humor she tucks into her work. Her violin and piano skills as a player are exceptionally well-developed, and most importantly are more than adequate for her to continue composing music that is reflective of an irrepressible passion to let the music out!
If she is given the latitude, time, and gives herself the patience to mature in a well-rounded fashion to the degree possible in her musical bubble, we can expect some great works from her. It is rare to see such a merging of skillsets and the drive to do something with them. It is going to be a pleasure to watch and listen to her for many years to come, regardless of how old we both might get!
A true masterpiece! Definitely a permanent addition to the classical repertoire - absolutely top-shelf! Second movement is especially impressive, which is a surprise, since most child composers [she wrote it when she was 9] think the slow movements are "boring". Can't say it de-thrones my favorite (Mendelssohn's), but in some respects I think it's superior to Beethoven's (which I'd summarize as "lovely", and would never say anything negative about it, but it's 2nd movement is nothing like Alma's). This piece is here to stay. The world has another violin concerto!!
I also really luv the 2nd movment :D
@@themaskedmusicians2812 A couple of the melodies from the slow movement also found their way into her opera, "Cinderella." Nothing wrong with that, of course. Even Beethoven reused material in multiple compositions.
@@russellstinson3414 Yea
its
Yes, it is a masterpiece, albeit 150 years too late. In 2023, this is a romantic pastiche, a juvenalia of an incredibly talented young composer. She'll grow out of it. She's writing the kind of music that she likes -- solidly diatonic, full of melodies, which she has said she considers the most important element in composition (from her 60 Minute interview). But at some point, hopefully in the near future, she'll realize that she can't just imitate Romantic Era masters. At this point, it isn't her composition or her playing that is amazing, it's her age. I can't wait to hear her mature compositions.
The violin seems her forte. This is unbelievable for such a young person. 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻 There’s hope beyond the screeching and dissonance of modern classical music.
Alma ‘how can music be so beautiful’ when you compose it? Love your amazing music and talent. Keep composing and performing, you’re the best. May God bless you!
What a lovely and humble virtuosa!
That is nicely put! Alma is a gem for sure.
Enfin une oeuvre classique contemporaine d une indescriptible beauté qui ne se batit pas sur des dissonances au motif de se piquer d originalité .. du beau dépourvu d orgueiil comme de mièvrerie. Félicitations
This musical group and conductor have to be applauded too!
Just absolutely fantastic. Beuatiful music and I love how she interacts with the orchestra / director.. she is already a star in my opinion not only by her compositions and playing skills but also by her humbleness (if that is the correct word.. she is a star but doesn't act like that)
Humility
@@joescott6178 thanks
She is an angel come into human form to being us an inkling of the sounds of Divine Love!
The humbleness comes from knowing, that her gifts are a present from The Creator !
She is an artist, true artist have understood what they rally need
I’m in tears every time I hear this magnificent work especially after the slow movement. I rate this violin concerto up there with all the other great violin concertos including Tchaikovsky Brahms Max Bruck Korngold Sibelius. I heard Alma was writing a symphony that is so exciting I’d like to send her a message telling her good luck and keep going her music and playing is top drawer and I would definitely pay to see her live.She must perform at the BBC proms at some point when she’s ready
OMG SHE'S WRITING A SYMPHONY?!?!?! THAT IS EXCITING!!!!
@@androo4036 That's amazing!
Few can understand this level of creativeness. Give her a little space an she will create a universe.
The talent she has is nothing short of SPECTACULAR! WOW! Just WOW WOW WOW!!
Alma, this work is magnificent, sublime. Loved every minute. I didn’t want it to end!!!❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤.. This music soothes my spirit and restores my faith. It is also terribly exciting. Triumph! Your dress is lovely.
Wait a minute… That’s the InTeREsTinG girl from twosetvionin!!!
Seriously though, that was amazing.
Yup, that's the one. That video they reacted to was her interview on 60Minutes. I wonder how TwoSet feel about her huge growth as a musician and her importance in the classical music world.
@@harrylee3898 yes, I too wonder. She is worthy of great note in the world, and walks forward humbly and with great inner joy that blesses us wherever she or her music goes.
a masterwork
I am going to play this concerto on my radio program tomorrow night, will also see if there is a CD of it. I greatly admire her compositions, because they are so beautifully tuneful.
It is very beautiful and that's awesome that you're playing it on your radio :)
@@themaskedmusicians2812 I played it and listeners loved it! This young woman is going to be so revered as more people get to hear her music.
It’s quite unbelievable …. I’ve been watching Alma closely now since she was seven ……. She is utterly amazing and charming and extremely gifted……. SHE WILL BE FAMOUS …. Of this, l have no doubt…… she plays so well, she composes so well….. there is nothing she cannot do …. Totally gobsmacked l am. Bravo Alma….. no last name needed…..
@@ursulabean3179 I only discovered her a few days ago and am amazed by her character, her skills and the joy she shows when talking about her music and playing
@@88cadfael That is awesome to hear! Alma is one of my most favorite musicians in the world. In a different genre, her co temporary, Angelina Jordan, is another. They are only a year apart and showed their genius, love, caring, and abilities from very very early on.
I am so glad they both exist.
first movement reminds me of Dvorak New World symphony last movement.
I was getting a Richard Strauss vibe from that first movement... Something about the orchestral style / really lovely work on her part
One of the most precious gifts from God in modern times.
Unbelievable ❤
She plays a bit like a cross between Paganini and Yehudi Menuhin
The music flows from some sources onto the instrument without hesitation. Astonishing genius.
❤❤❤❤❤ truly!!
Thank you, it was beautiful
Девочке еще учиться и учиться.... Время расставит все на свои места. Успехов и открытий Альме !
she plays both piano and violin 👏
after reading many of the comments I'd like to suggest she sounds like ALMA! I've started to listen to her when her first videos came out when she was 5 or 6. She has kept her grace and simplicity of a true genius! She said she wanted to change the world at 8 yrs old and she has not stopped. Thanks for bringing peace to our soul!
I am very impressed of you, Alma, that you remember the victims of the October crimes at Israel. These crimes are shattering for us all . Go on making music, Alma, you get really adult, girl. But I hd not wished for you, that you get adult at such dreadful times. God bless you and protect you, girl!
Romanza part is amazing. Who said that all great melodies has been already found and used? So fresh, so new. How could Mendelson, Viniyavski, Sibelius, Tchaikovsky could have overlooked it?
😊❤😁
Great talent! 💐💐💐
My pleasure. now you have already noticed, as I see😄😄😄@@fermatichebellosei1595
Mozart re-incarnation.
And if you look at the letters in her full name, you can spell out Amadeus. How weird is that?
THANKS AGAIN 🤗👏👏👏💚💚💚
Who is playing violin? I think I know the answer, but my instant reaction was a disbelieve. The same Alma, who five years prior to that performed Bach concerto in C minor for two pianos with Tanja? Really? She wrote this concerto and she plays violin solo part?
Yes, she wrote this violin concerto when she was just nine years old ! This is incredible but true !! If you like modern neoclassical music you should have a look to violin concerti by Alexey Shor ; really interesting !
@@haroldlabrique608 Yes, it is neo-classic or more precisely neo-romanticism. Could we praise her for independence, authenticity daring innovation? Not yet and may be for admirers of traditional classic it is a compliment.
you should look up the videos where she plays violin and piano ... at ages 6 or 7
@Val T I don't understand the source of your disbelief. Elaborate please.
@@YThome7 First, Alma's music is definitely authentic, second, no music can be independent from previous music, whether it imitates it or attempts to be different from it, and finally, who cares about ugly innovative stuff when one's ears bleed while listening to it. Let's hope Alma will continue to compose her beautiful, extraordinary music 🙏
Exquisitely composed and beautifully played. I've added it to the playlist I listen to when working from home. Does anyone know the year of this perforrnance?
Bravo, Alma!
December 2019.
Гений! Смотрите, это ГЕНИЙ!
Перед нами открылся неслыханный мир восхитительных Мелодий. Это утонченный, сложный и светлый мир юношеских переживаний!
Альма - ты Паганини 21 века!
Interesting how much of the material from this concerto she recycled in her opera of Cinderella. Mostly from the second movement, but also from the third. Not a bad thing, of course, but just interesting.
Interesting indeed
I love it when up comes a theme I recognise ❄️🤍❄️
why is it not available on spotify?
...she is from another better time and another better place...an imaginary republic of arts...
Alma matters....0:38 is a good place to start.
I wonder what it must be like to have Alma's brain
Yeahhh...
There's probably a one in seven billion chance of it happening .
Alma came home from her first few days in school in tears, telling her parents: “You promised they would teach me to read.” After that, her parents decided to home school her and her sister. They were uniquely qualified. Her father is a mathematician and a musician and her mother has a phd in English literature. Her father gave her her first instructions on how to play the piano at the age of two and she was learning so fast that at first he thought that he was a an amazing teacher, until he realized that Alma was way ahead of him. 😂
⭐⭐⭐⭐⭐
31:43
thank You, I was just looking for the cadenza
Beautiful ending solo and finale with the whole orchestra!
sodelicious...
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She is an open window to the muse
Sounds a little bit like Mazas combined with Beriot 😉
My god.
Interesting. It's my understanding that a conductor is the one who interprets the piece and therefore decides how it is to be played by the orchestra and soloist. In this case, the soloist is the composer. So, the conductor just makes sure that the orchestra does what she wants?
Ha! - middle section is 3/4 (or 3/8 or 6/8 - whatever). The main theme is a 4-beat.
6:34
I Love Charles Chaplin Deuct
She is amazing, a prodigy, no doubt and a totally skilled composer. But the first movement is a bit boring in my view... I think the last movement is more interesting, happy and remarkable. Only one point about her writing. Imagine a painter of our days painting pictures with an Impressionist technique and style. That painter would be considered old-fashioned, "academic" because he/she uses the language of past times. I'm afraid this is the same point with this concert. It looks back to the Romanticism. She could explore new horizons with her immense talent and not look too much to the past just to be considered one of the greatest composers of our time. I know it's her personal decision but I believe she's wasting her talent in "Romanticized" concerts... We already have Mendelssohn, Brahms and Bruckner among others to listen to Romantic concerts. There are hundreds of options to choose. I hope she will evolve to more advanced compositions, although it depends on her decisions.