Saint-Saëns/Liszt/Horowitz: Danse Macabre; Vassilis Varvaresos, piano

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  • @Schurfable
    @Schurfable 9 років тому +594

    The performance was perfect. But I would like to see all the hand movements from a static position

    • @Xevyyy
      @Xevyyy 5 років тому +5

      isn't it a wrogn note at 2:40?

    • @kathyfr6000
      @kathyfr6000 4 роки тому +24

      Xevy no one cares

    • @afill471
      @afill471 3 роки тому +9

      @@Xevyyy tbh, who plays pieces exactly perfect and flawless to the point that every time the person plays the same rep and is the same result every time? Every time a pianist performs the same rep, the accuracy and interpretation varies each time, even the smallest changes. There’s a point of acceptance we give to pianists for their work, and we appreciate them for it, the minimum amount of acceptance in my opinion is 80% accuracy and effort (interpretation isn’t really a grading category as the pianist has his/her view on the approach of the piece), anything lower becomes more questionable, it’s kind of like seeing whether the pianist was really ready, ready enough, or work on it was needed. This example of a slight typo of butter fingers here is the least noticeable mistake an audience would see, what’s more important and I applaud for this greatly would be the recovery, as long as you stick with the piece, this is easy to recover from. small chromatic mistakes like these are actually good opportunities to see how fast the pianist would go back on track if it really was a brain fart, or just “butterfingers”/finger slip. Don’t judge yourself too hard over such minor mistakes, but we do encourage you to minimize it when possible, it’s no big deal, really.

    • @Xevyyy
      @Xevyyy 3 роки тому +1

      @@kathyfr6000 Really stupid answer lmfao

    • @Xevyyy
      @Xevyyy 3 роки тому +1

      @@afill471 I know all of this, I asked if this specific note was the same as the original piece, I didn't say I didn't like it or that it was a mistake that should absolutely be avoided

  • @johnwallace1140
    @johnwallace1140 7 років тому +68

    While this is a phenomenal performance, I feel the piano deserves equal praise. That Bechstein has one of the loveliest timbres I've ever heard.

    • @muktisaha6681
      @muktisaha6681 3 роки тому +4

      True!

    • @willgraham8878
      @willgraham8878 2 роки тому +5

      I totally agree! Bechstein said they completely refurbished and updated everything on their concert pianos in the last 10 years and I can hear the difference! They are now very competitive with Steinway!

    • @tomowenpianochannel
      @tomowenpianochannel Рік тому +2

      Very woody tone, and yet slightly light.... with a lot of crispness and metallic edge. The Bechstein sounds slightly antique already, a little more like a fortepiano, but with all the power, dynamics and pedal effects of the modern Steinway grand. The treble in particular is amazing, reminiscent of the flute stops on a grand organ. Agree with you!

  • @alexandreaegerter4106
    @alexandreaegerter4106 8 років тому +184

    excellent piece and wonderful interpretation! but I have to say... WHAT A PIANO !!!

    • @GyromiteROB
      @GyromiteROB 7 років тому +16

      Bechsteins are works of art. They produce such a deep tone.

    • @Jantsenpr777
      @Jantsenpr777 5 років тому +6

      Almost no one today uses them consistently. But, may I say, they are super pianos.

    • @ivanfrangugic8355
      @ivanfrangugic8355 4 роки тому +4

      @@GyromiteROB and clear d282 sounds simullar to the sk- ex by kawai but i will rather buy bechstein a 175 restord or new i hope some day

  • @TheMythsmith
    @TheMythsmith 10 років тому +164

    What I like about your interpretation of this piece is the light and shade you add by varying the tempos. Most pianists play this piece almost presto and its nice to hear something different. Very nice indeed. Bravo

    • @kmco5633
      @kmco5633 5 років тому +5

      I guess that's why Vladimir Horowitz is involved ;D

    • @yuio4193
      @yuio4193 5 років тому +3

      Yes! It swelled through the song! So much more life and flavor!

  • @MelodicaMen
    @MelodicaMen 5 років тому +99

    Absolutely incredible. Great job!

    • @marshalljaxxon4425
      @marshalljaxxon4425 3 роки тому

      dunno if you guys gives a shit but if you guys are bored like me atm then you can stream all of the new movies on instaflixxer. Been watching with my brother recently =)

  • @risingsun9595
    @risingsun9595 6 років тому +36

    For once, I can actually agree with the people that disliked this.
    That bastard makes it look so easy.

  • @busylifemeto
    @busylifemeto 9 років тому +41

    Love the Bechstein so rare to see what an amazing sound

  • @subasan4798
    @subasan4798 6 років тому +548

    This deserves 5 billion views, not despacito.

  • @marycorcoran8495
    @marycorcoran8495 5 років тому +23

    I fell in love with this piece when I was 10 years old , and it was played in a VERY abridged fashion. This is exquisite; mind-blowingly beautiful. There are very few people in this world who can play like that...Saint-Saens created this amazing piece of music, but without the great talents of those like Vassilis Varvaresos, all would be lost. Thank you both so much. xo

  • @ji94552
    @ji94552 10 років тому +46

    Fine pianist + Great professional recording = Great Performance.

    • @brunobuzzacchi1108
      @brunobuzzacchi1108 9 років тому +19

      + great Carl Bechstein piano, very well tuned.

    • @akazienblute4491
      @akazienblute4491 Рік тому

      Am I the only one who is irritaded by the constant change of angles?

  • @stonestone1000
    @stonestone1000 8 років тому +26

    Oh please come to Durban South Africa and play for us. You will be showered with roses for the way you play .....outstanding ...

  • @nickjamestuttle
    @nickjamestuttle 9 років тому +128

    I have the flu and this song broke my fever lol

  • @Tarlius72
    @Tarlius72 10 років тому +199

    I can play up to 0:16 !! :D

    • @dragonite1999
      @dragonite1999 10 років тому +1

      Ahahahaja

    • @rkit1571
      @rkit1571 6 років тому +12

      Go you! It’s fun playing ridiculously complicated pieces for even a second. My fav to ‘play’ for a short amount of time is la campanella. It’s short, but it’s fun!

    • @jamien.5528
      @jamien.5528 5 років тому

      😂

    • @keyto0910
      @keyto0910 4 роки тому

      hahahahahahaha

    • @oldbird4601
      @oldbird4601 4 роки тому

      @@rkit1571 lmao same everyone has that one thing they just do for no reason when they sit at the piano, for me it’s arpeggio runs on my right hand or la Campanella

  • @cctunes
    @cctunes 10 років тому +39

    Marvelous articulation! Wonderful sound! I think it's a bit too self-indulgent in the beginning, but the admiration for this great transcription is evident. BravO!

  • @1998warriors
    @1998warriors 8 років тому +22

    Very well played! It takes more than hands to play an instrument with passion, and your playing is a wonderful example of feeling the music.

  • @andrerieu5277
    @andrerieu5277 8 років тому +14

    BECHSTEIN --- BECHSTEIN --- BECHSTEIN --- BECHSTEIN --- BECHSTEIN !!!!
    I'm crazy about this vidéo! I regulary come back to it!
    Great perf from Vassilis, perfect sound take and INCREDIBLE Bechstein sound.

  • @casparwelting9740
    @casparwelting9740 Рік тому +4

    Best piece of piano music ever, I've been listening this song every day while making homework from the age of 9. Absolutely great performance by piano master Vassilis Varvaresos 😃🎵🎶

  • @nedschechter2066
    @nedschechter2066 4 роки тому +7

    Vassily is amazing here. I also learned the difference between a Steinway and a Bechstein. The latter produces a more mellow and richer, at least in this composition, pleasing tone. My opinion.

  • @duanepiippo2939
    @duanepiippo2939 7 років тому +12

    I have never felt energy and passion through watching a performance on video before such as l have with this. Unbelievable talent. He IS the music. It's as if he became a conduit for the composer. I would be grateful for 1/16th of his musical prowess in my own playing. I'm completely enchanted, thank you! Bravo!!

  • @willgraham8878
    @willgraham8878 2 роки тому +4

    Sir you did an Amazing job! I was Not expecting a performance of this quality, brilliance, accuracy, speed, refinement! You took me by surprise! Bravo!!!
    The Bechstein piano also sounded extremely fine!! Great tuning, beautiful tone and projective power. The company said they totally renovated their pianos in the last 10 years bringing them up to similar levels to the Steinway and I can hear that!

  • @donlindquist1570
    @donlindquist1570 8 років тому +3

    AN INCREDIBLE VARIATION OF A FANTASTIC PIECE. VASSILIS IS IMMERCED IN HIS PERFORMANCE. THE CHANGING HAND
    POSITION IS FOCUSING ON PARTS THAT ARE JUST BEAUTIFUL. I PLAY THE PIECE FREQUENTLY WITH FASCINATION.

    • @mirandamason6874
      @mirandamason6874 7 років тому +2

      ONCE YOU CAPS LOCK YOU CAN NEVER GO BACK. YOU ARE CAPS LOCKED FOREVER. I KNOW THE FEELING.

  • @saraalvarezkeller9142
    @saraalvarezkeller9142 10 років тому +23

    Thank you for posting this, it was seriously amazing! You just urged me to run back to piano lessons. A magnificent instrument. Bravo! Hats off :)

    • @inosuke-chan413
      @inosuke-chan413 4 роки тому

      Sara Alvarez Keller shapoooo (french hats off) :v

  • @andrewcgs
    @andrewcgs 10 років тому +63

    My favourite version ever.

  • @jasonclarke7422
    @jasonclarke7422 2 роки тому +2

    This dude is the real deal, I’ve literally just been blown away.

  • @LindaLinda80Linda
    @LindaLinda80Linda 4 роки тому +2

    A great performer! A great pianist. A remarkable intellectual. He OWNS the piano! Impossibly thrilling.

  • @stonestone1000
    @stonestone1000 8 років тому +18

    He mastered this piece - outstanding .....thank you.....

  • @gky7170
    @gky7170 24 дні тому

    incredible performance on an incredible instrument! would love to hear Maestro Varvaresos play in Los Angeles, someday!

  • @francoisdrt9542
    @francoisdrt9542 8 років тому +168

    1:36 Lol this is his jam

  • @eirhnhfwka3793
    @eirhnhfwka3793 10 років тому +1

    το καλύτερο κομμάτι στο πιάνο που έχω ακούσει ποτέ.και η καλύτερη εκτέλεση!!!! συγχαρητήρια!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

  • @nedschechter2066
    @nedschechter2066 4 роки тому +3

    One of two interpretations, the other by Vladimir Horowitz, that bring the story of Danae Macabre to life.

  • @hjiuhfhrehui
    @hjiuhfhrehui 10 років тому +4

    You understand music my friend. I enjoyed a lot. Thank you for sharing.
    Btw I think the 14 dislikes came from jealous people who don't posses the talent of a real musician.

  • @bigguns1952
    @bigguns1952 10 років тому +2

    Horowitz was my hero & now this.Very decisive ,well articulated with a Liszt touch of its disjointed pauses.... just what the doctor ordered for me! Never heard of that piano, but it sure had an awesome sound.

  • @synicull127
    @synicull127 8 років тому +275

    literally 0 flaws this is disgusting I just don't understand how this is physically possible. I can only dream...

    • @D3leriumX
      @D3leriumX 8 років тому +40

      I know. I feel so insignificant

    • @wannabeiroh4658
      @wannabeiroh4658 7 років тому +10

      Patrick Rea There's a cut almost every second, that answer your question?

    • @yannisgutmann7923
      @yannisgutmann7923 7 років тому +29

      Danny Andrews recorded once. Videographed from multiple angles but the audio is real. Listen to him live and you ll get convinced immediately.

    • @TheAlfredo094
      @TheAlfredo094 6 років тому +13

      There's actually one false note at 2:40.

    • @bosendorferboy
      @bosendorferboy 6 років тому +22

      Alfredo if I could play this with one false note I would be ecstatic

  • @AlexanderArsov
    @AlexanderArsov 4 роки тому +1

    Stunning playing that absolutely doesn't need the artsy camera work and editing.

    • @inosuke-chan413
      @inosuke-chan413 4 роки тому

      Alexander Arsov yeah, its more difficult to learn, for people that need to learn

  • @tonyhancock7080
    @tonyhancock7080 10 років тому +3

    Thank you, thank you for sharing your gift .......

  • @ladyrosenrot1514
    @ladyrosenrot1514 4 роки тому +6

    Maybe if I start practicing now, I’m gonna be able to play this in my next life …

  • @NanaNijura
    @NanaNijura 10 років тому +4

    I'm currently learning the version of this piece for two pianos, but I also love this video. Great job!

  • @Sentfrommyipad
    @Sentfrommyipad 5 років тому +78

    How can one man replace an orchestra!?

  • @missshinozaki
    @missshinozaki 7 років тому

    Beautiful!!! Yes. Display the emotion. Feel it. This is why I love to watch pianists and play the piano.

  • @beathoven6984
    @beathoven6984 3 роки тому +2

    It's amazing! Your sound is so clear and so perfect! Brilliant! You are a virtuoso!

  • @ememousike
    @ememousike 11 років тому +6

    Το άκουσα και ζωντανά. Καταπληκτική ερμηνεία. Ο Βασίλης έχει μεγάλο ταλέντο και του αξίζει μια αντίστοιχη σταδιοδρομία

  • @sabjohn9266
    @sabjohn9266 3 роки тому +1

    Excellent performance! Thank u so much, I am always looking for a video of this piece.

  • @jan-pieterboekhoorn3297
    @jan-pieterboekhoorn3297 2 роки тому +1

    Yesterday we saw the famous Alexander Gavrylyuk with this piece and he was amazing with his performance
    and especially his dynamic!
    But this guy plays it wonderful too; great admiring for him!
    Jan-Pieter Boekhoorn,NL

  • @Patashu
    @Patashu 10 років тому +3

    What an amazing, powerful song!

  • @alwatsonpianist
    @alwatsonpianist 10 років тому +1

    Amazing combination of musicianship and technique. Bravissimo!!!

  • @catherinelipthratt7440
    @catherinelipthratt7440 6 років тому +5

    I want to play this before my senior year. That is my one goal in life atm

  • @nickmraz3984
    @nickmraz3984 Рік тому +1

    Very nice! The Bechstein is incredible

  • @hirnz1981
    @hirnz1981 6 років тому +1

    Heard him play this on ABC classic FM radio on my way home today, and almost had to stop the car. Blew me away. Incredible

  • @fernandosantosii5276
    @fernandosantosii5276 8 років тому +111

    Uou! Messi playing the piano ?

    • @evemariantu
      @evemariantu 8 років тому +4

      jaja...Pense que era la unica que vio la similitud...un poco mas agil este chico si...jaja

    • @tg4q391
      @tg4q391 7 років тому +1

      Fernando 11:11 😂😂😂😂😂

    • @thedubbersbrothers5633
      @thedubbersbrothers5633 7 років тому

      AHAHAHAH

  • @doyetois19561
    @doyetois19561 4 роки тому

    j'aime beaucoup la Danse Macabre de Saint Saëns, des virtuoses l'ont interprété, mais là, c'est purement magique !!! Bravo !!!

  • @Donserlano
    @Donserlano 8 років тому +1

    The piano sounds fantastic! And your playing was unrivaled as well!

  • @messiah0141
    @messiah0141 6 років тому

    I listen to this piece again and again and still speechless. Thank You

  • @Seenall
    @Seenall 2 роки тому +1

    Cleanest performance of this piece I have heard yet

  • @grantveebeejay535
    @grantveebeejay535 3 роки тому

    A magnificent player for a wondrous piano work. How wonderful!

  • @isabelruiz6446
    @isabelruiz6446 2 роки тому +1

    Fantástica ,,Saint -Saens ,y su música .¡¡ Excelente interpretación ,,!!

  • @1947laurence
    @1947laurence 3 роки тому

    (I am Laura Galtier on Facebook)
    Magnificent interpretation of a talented pianist that I discovered. Bravissimo
    Magnifique interprétation d'un talentueux pianiste que je découvre. Bravissimo

  • @justmusic822
    @justmusic822 Рік тому

    Bravo! Sheer excitement! I could'nt help noticing the Bechstein ... and it brought lovely memories of my piano lessons at the music conservatoire where I studied -- my lecturer had a refined Bechstein in her studio which I always eyed!

  • @nickvaf
    @nickvaf 10 років тому +1

    Very impressive interpretation and performance with superb articulation! And that piano…. damnnnn nice

  • @blakeslater1139
    @blakeslater1139 4 роки тому +1

    That's fucking epic bud, kudos. Great to see a Bechstein making an appearance for once too!..

  • @gaelctlls
    @gaelctlls 9 років тому

    Comment de pas mettre un J'aime ??!! Bravo l'artiste

  • @emanueldelfiino7584
    @emanueldelfiino7584 8 років тому +2

    un verdadero maestro! felicitaciones! saludos desde uruguay.

  • @busylifemeto
    @busylifemeto 5 років тому

    Outstanding performance by a great pianist. What an AMAZING piano always loved Bechstein, this one passes all supurlatives.

  • @user-dx5il5ts4x
    @user-dx5il5ts4x 3 роки тому +1

    I never thought a song could be played so perfectly.

  • @kurtmatthews8094
    @kurtmatthews8094 5 років тому

    It is not possible to play this piece any better. Awesome!

  • @johanschneiders6293
    @johanschneiders6293 8 років тому +81

    7:46 Liszt was involved...

    • @mumupipi8414
      @mumupipi8414 7 років тому +1

      Sooooo Liszt!
      I thought the same

    • @aidanhiggs9922
      @aidanhiggs9922 6 років тому +1

      lol yeah you know this is where he came in

    • @raoultak
      @raoultak 6 років тому +5

      Or was it Horowitz?

    • @amanas5840
      @amanas5840 6 років тому +6

      @@raoultak can't find it in liszt's arrangement. It's actually a horowitz edit.

    • @raoultak
      @raoultak 6 років тому +1

      @@amanas5840 I guess so. It's great any way.

  • @jackjohnson4524
    @jackjohnson4524 4 роки тому

    Wooohoooo! This came up in my recommended again! I guess it’s almost that time of year!

  • @denis_ismailov
    @denis_ismailov 9 років тому +200

    That moment when the editing is so annoying and distracts you so much.

  • @biondatiziana
    @biondatiziana 3 роки тому

    Brilliant and captivating! Bravissimo!!! Will listen over and over.

  • @rexlex1736
    @rexlex1736 3 роки тому +1

    Breathtaking! Bravissimo!

  • @ydjs03
    @ydjs03 9 років тому

    Marvelous! I thoroughly enjoy watching and listening to this video. Thanks for sharing?

  • @emeligomez1681
    @emeligomez1681 6 років тому +3

    The best version ❤

  • @atarax232323
    @atarax232323 3 місяці тому +1

    Excellentissime !

  • @sadybordin2997
    @sadybordin2997 7 років тому

    Just one word: WONDERFUL. Congratulations!

  • @kimberhenry5808
    @kimberhenry5808 3 роки тому

    Somptueux! Quel délice pour les oreilles! 👌🏼✨👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

  • @kenmichelli2433
    @kenmichelli2433 9 років тому

    One of my favorite pianists! I really like your playing!

  • @tamanimania
    @tamanimania 3 роки тому

    Breathless! Only makes me wish to have his talent....

  • @danakatherinescully1
    @danakatherinescully1 8 років тому +3

    the way he plays..i can feel that

  • @denniscowdrick1255
    @denniscowdrick1255 3 роки тому

    Best of the Best BY FARRRR!

  • @patrickfavre3952
    @patrickfavre3952 9 років тому +13

    I for one like the Cinematography

  • @spartacus2413
    @spartacus2413 5 років тому +1

    Listening to this made me tear up this is so beautiful

  • @sars6564
    @sars6564 5 років тому +1

    Congratulations! Greeting from motherland

  • @FLStelth
    @FLStelth 10 років тому

    Thank you for posting this. It is beautiful.

  • @losdobleaperez4103
    @losdobleaperez4103 6 років тому

    Omg that was amazing, the way you did both voices differing each other and giving importance to each one of them.

  • @lfo88
    @lfo88 8 років тому +1

    food for brain and soul ! bravo bravo grazie!

  • @tiziano88
    @tiziano88 10 років тому +5

    Impressive performance

  • @owenjiang3615
    @owenjiang3615 7 років тому +2

    THIS SOUNDS SO AWESOME!!!!!!!!!! I'm going to learn it 😃

  • @myriemahbethy633
    @myriemahbethy633 4 роки тому

    Quelle œuvre superbe, magistralement interprétée dans cette version pianistique !

  • @CateCrafter
    @CateCrafter 11 років тому

    Marvellous, all I can say is I am envious of Mr Varvaresos' talent.

  • @antonyb72
    @antonyb72 7 років тому +1

    Μπράβο ρε μάστορα! Απίστευτος!

  • @dominiksukic8817
    @dominiksukic8817 7 років тому

    I don't know much about Liszt, but from what i have heared one thing is for sure: He was a real showman.

  • @paulcummins6780
    @paulcummins6780 Місяць тому

    Brilliant!

  • @amybradley2514
    @amybradley2514 5 років тому

    This is crazy hard! Wonderful version beautifully played.

  • @talentsherpa
    @talentsherpa 5 місяців тому +1

    He’s playing this in a private setting. It’s beautiful

  • @athinaathan
    @athinaathan 11 років тому +2

    καταπληκτικό! όσο το ακούω τόσο μου αρέσει περισσότερο !!

  • @emptysoul8462
    @emptysoul8462 5 років тому +1

    So talented, wow.

  • @julianheinz8298
    @julianheinz8298 6 років тому

    The performance ist great. I live the piece!!

  • @megaraloveshercules6753
    @megaraloveshercules6753 10 років тому +3

    Now I want to play like this

  • @Crusader1815
    @Crusader1815 6 років тому

    I want this Bechstein. Finest piano I've ever heard.

  • @hjiuhfhrehui
    @hjiuhfhrehui 10 років тому +4

    Btw. I love how the piano sounds

  • @ajodahseenarine9209
    @ajodahseenarine9209 4 роки тому

    I promise you in the hands of andre watts in his youth this would be yet another type of treatment....but this man Is quite gifted in his own right. Bravo.