94 year old Philip Springer plays Moonlight Sonata

แชร์
ฝัง
  • เผยแพร่เมื่อ 19 ม.ค. 2025

ความคิดเห็น • 4.8K

  • @lukemorris2888
    @lukemorris2888 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5883

    Being 94, Imagine the memories running through his head while performing such an emotional piece of music

    • @darkstars101
      @darkstars101 4 ปีที่แล้ว +326

      He probably can't remember what he had for breakfast

    • @EllavXilef
      @EllavXilef 4 ปีที่แล้ว +186

      Yet he either remembers each note or pure muscle memory, which is still cool in both situations

    • @sissyj9463
      @sissyj9463 4 ปีที่แล้ว +11

      Indeed!

    • @dr.2335
      @dr.2335 4 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      War, smoking in bars, soup and hairy minge. *single tear*

    • @stevenk113
      @stevenk113 4 ปีที่แล้ว +133

      @@darkstars101 Short term memory is different from long term memory

  • @TinyBlueCage
    @TinyBlueCage 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2193

    I see the body of an old man, but the soul of a young child who fell in love with the piano.
    Simply beautiful. Thanks for posting

    • @janestub
      @janestub 3 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Just hear the sound.dont see thr old man
      Just open eyes and ears

    • @parthsarathidixit5648
      @parthsarathidixit5648 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Wonderful comment

    • @mailywong9612
      @mailywong9612 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Thank you so much for sharing your beautiful thoughts

    • @sabina_dawson
      @sabina_dawson 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      same what I felt

    • @moonshynegirl172
      @moonshynegirl172 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      💖

  • @adriandrake4208
    @adriandrake4208 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2431

    I’m a 68 year old piano student...Sir you give us all hope. Amazing gentleman.

    • @lucyliang7833
      @lucyliang7833 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      I’m 58 years old, May be I will.....

    • @shanumninty3566
      @shanumninty3566 4 ปีที่แล้ว +37

      Can I learn piano as a 21years old?

    • @barissfr
      @barissfr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +114

      @@shanumninty3566 nah u cant

    • @nyushau6014
      @nyushau6014 4 ปีที่แล้ว +67

      @@shanumninty3566 of course you can!! you can do everything if you really want and it's never too late to start what you really want
      Good luck!

    • @blackstenor3209
      @blackstenor3209 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      @@shanumninty3566 started at 18yo, never to late with passion ;) im 19yo now :)

  • @Mickju
    @Mickju ปีที่แล้ว +709

    This is beautifully played. It brought tears to my eyes. I'm a retired professional violinist, so I've heard a lot in 79 years.

    • @Олеся-е9э7ъ
      @Олеся-е9э7ъ ปีที่แล้ว +9

      ☝️💥👍🌿

    • @grazhdanka57
      @grazhdanka57 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Очень хороший звук и темп. Если не смотреть на руки, то можно подумать, что это играл человек в добром здравии.

  • @MehulKumar_m3huL
    @MehulKumar_m3huL 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12367

    “To play a wrong note is insignificant; to play without passion is inexcusable.”
    ― Ludwig van Beethoven

    • @richardespinoza2839
      @richardespinoza2839 4 ปีที่แล้ว +122

      Well said.

    • @ludwigvanbeethoven3970
      @ludwigvanbeethoven3970 4 ปีที่แล้ว +666

      I can confirm I most definitely said that.

    • @yougolook
      @yougolook 4 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      @@ludwigvanbeethoven3970 yeah right ....

    • @sunofsotep8265
      @sunofsotep8265 4 ปีที่แล้ว +22

      Oof! I'll have to remember that.

    • @justno5954
      @justno5954 4 ปีที่แล้ว +46

      @@ludwigvanbeethoven3970 LUDWIG! I'm a fan

  • @JayMaKinGwaVez
    @JayMaKinGwaVez 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2258

    I'm not crying... it's allergies...I swear.. Bless you sir for your 94 years comes forward in the way you masterfully work those keys. I am humbled.

    • @mimiwaldorf7431
      @mimiwaldorf7431 4 ปีที่แล้ว +18

      I’m not crying, too... 🥺😢😭...it must been the onions...🧅

    • @anna7473
      @anna7473 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Me either... I love caramelized onions so I joined y'all. ♡ God Bless & stay safe this crazy season. ♡

    • @hisokamorow3127
      @hisokamorow3127 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Tantouzes va.

    • @Beastiie7
      @Beastiie7 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      True!

    • @vanonymous6461
      @vanonymous6461 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      God Bless

  • @ymac7245
    @ymac7245 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1757

    His old age adds a whole extra dimension of intensity and beauty and deep meaning to this piece. It's as if all those years of life experience flow through his fingers into the music. Absolutely beautiful

    • @charlottew.8460
      @charlottew.8460 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      I totally agree! I couldn't have said it better

    • @odetterenee8724
      @odetterenee8724 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Y Mac...love your comment. ❤

    • @johnfenner347
      @johnfenner347 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Y Mac. A Wonderfully Eloquent Summing Up. It’s A Great Shame Most Of The Other Comments
      Can’t Be Erased And Leave Just Yours. Mira omnino.

    • @ohybgd7554
      @ohybgd7554 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Well put! Thank you

    • @minimalist1807
      @minimalist1807 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      whole life trough a fingers ❤️

  • @subrennaevans6504
    @subrennaevans6504 2 ปีที่แล้ว +309

    My late husband was a trombonist and bass player. He also played the upright bass. He used to play the Moonlight Sonata on his electric bass, just for me. To hear this gentleman play this piece almost made me cry. I'm going to listen to this again and again. R.I.P. Rodney.😌😌😍

    • @TigaToonsELTiagor
      @TigaToonsELTiagor ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I see the passion is still on🙂☺

    • @chandlerbrown3041
      @chandlerbrown3041 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Sounds like he was a wonderful man. God bless you ma’am

    • @benedictsmithson4123
      @benedictsmithson4123 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Your story is beautiful!

    • @DrNick-mb9df
      @DrNick-mb9df ปีที่แล้ว

      Gods Angels come in many forms and ways….just a wonderful blessed sharing thanks Keep Aiming High Always

    • @heldthelever
      @heldthelever ปีที่แล้ว

      RIP

  • @tall_guy81
    @tall_guy81 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3192

    He's not a weak old man, he's a musician with ninety years of experience!

    • @sissyj9463
      @sissyj9463 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      @Vovantus, well said..

    • @tall_guy81
      @tall_guy81 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@maesdiable7570 Baki reference

    • @imatsuka
      @imatsuka 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Truly

    • @Gleichtritt
      @Gleichtritt 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      He is both

    • @emiro2743
      @emiro2743 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      TRUE

  • @chchwoman9960
    @chchwoman9960 3 ปีที่แล้ว +701

    Spend time with older people. They have so much to offer

    • @snowybuny
      @snowybuny 3 ปีที่แล้ว +58

      With the correct old people, those who teach you life

    • @janestub
      @janestub 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Actually that is a very patronising comment.they also have their lives and goals and are not just there to teach you about life.ageism alive and kicking here.how much have you to offer?

    • @janestub
      @janestub 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      They might like to be
      included in the world.its big of you to.encoursge people to spend time with them.our attitudes need to change.

    • @janestub
      @janestub 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@snowybuny they are not there just to teach but to learn from you too and they have their own goals and yes...still dreams.

    • @snowybuny
      @snowybuny 3 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@janestub not everytime, there are, for example in my city, many old people that only want money for his drugs addiction, old people that hates youngs and adults because they have better llifes and start to be rude with others, these old people don't want love or help, they're want drugs or young girls to touch. So be careful with the people, not only because they are old, they are now good people. If you don't belive me, come to Tijuana and look a bit.

  • @ludwigvanbeethoven3970
    @ludwigvanbeethoven3970 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1830

    Brings a tear to my eye. :’)

    • @simlad
      @simlad 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      qwq

    • @Yskas_Le_Fridge
      @Yskas_Le_Fridge 4 ปีที่แล้ว +70

      Yo, you back from the dead!?

    • @evelogia
      @evelogia 4 ปีที่แล้ว +45

      ill come back when this comment blows up, have a good day legend.
      edit: i came back, hello legends.

    • @omarhadeed1365
      @omarhadeed1365 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Which one

    • @nickthaxton4208
      @nickthaxton4208 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      Yo wtf

  • @matthewbertrand4139
    @matthewbertrand4139 2 ปีที่แล้ว +130

    piano must be his greatest passion in this life. even at this age, he still plays incredibly. perfect velocity on each note, excellent use of rubato. he's bringing pieces to life to this day.

  • @AdityaSharma0207
    @AdityaSharma0207 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2225

    This is not just an interpretation. it's a grand performance.

    • @ciri151
      @ciri151 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

      There's no such thing as covering a classical piece. You just play it.

    • @AdityaSharma0207
      @AdityaSharma0207 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@ciri151I didn't know that.

    • @vhollund
      @vhollund 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      That's because Beethoven never played it himself on his instagram or TH-cam channel before releasing the hit single on Spotify

    • @SIMGHERULA
      @SIMGHERULA 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      I thought that was a pun for someone being in GRANDdad age

    • @KM-pm6qe
      @KM-pm6qe 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @Ben Birchman a cover is really an imitation or near interpretation of an original performance. The idea is that it mimics the style of the original performers. Hence, “cover bands.” More recently it is used to refer to any performance of a popular song by someone other than the original performer, but that’s not really correct unless it’s at least somewhat of an imitation.

  • @xxkillerxxyt4589
    @xxkillerxxyt4589 3 ปีที่แล้ว +268

    When he closes his eyes, dude that must been feel so nostalgic remembering his younger days playing piano

    • @yanashe409
      @yanashe409 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      That kind of music it’s not about music, it’s about life

    • @Buck_Fiden658
      @Buck_Fiden658 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      or he is just feeling the music. It really could be either or both. Music is after all the sound of emotions.

  • @happynewyear6240
    @happynewyear6240 4 ปีที่แล้ว +647

    His body may be withering but his hands are still strong and beautiful. His fingers full of determination. I'm grateful for stumbling upon this video. Please never take this down.

    • @IchiganCS
      @IchiganCS 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I agree that for his age it's nearly perfect, but you can clearly see his decline. Concentrate on his left hand. It doesn't move accurate at all.
      Addition: A pianist is supposed to keep his fingers "round". It produces nicer tones and gives much more dexterity. He can't / doesn't do this.

    • @gala6403
      @gala6403 4 ปีที่แล้ว +12

      @@IchiganCS He plays with emotion, he wouldn't think about that cause he's truly playing with emotion.

    • @IchiganCS
      @IchiganCS 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@gala6403 No, you would do this all the same. Once a pianist has learned these things, he doesn't "think" about it anymore.

    • @blank_toxic1285
      @blank_toxic1285 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Although his body will be left one day to decay for eternity, his hope is forever eternal, wrapped in the warmth of his heart up above.

    • @blank_toxic1285
      @blank_toxic1285 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      @@IchiganCS By the way, you are a dick. In my mind, you seem like the person to play a song with no love or soul and just let it slip away in time. He’s an elder. He is becoming more and more still, so he is unable to. You are here not enjoying the magnificence of his performance and criticizing what he can’t put to a halt. You are so rude.

  • @clark5401
    @clark5401 2 ปีที่แล้ว +335

    Even at 94 - his rhythm is like that of a metronome.
    Precise and on time.
    Absolutely amazing for a brain of that age.
    I enjoyed every second of his performance and I am a person who feels music as well as hearing it.
    The emotions are intense in parts and then more relaxed and soothing in others.
    I take my hat off and take a bow to you Sir, And then a round of applause.

    • @marciarodrigues9165
      @marciarodrigues9165 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      👏👏👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️🌹🌹🌹🌹

    • @Jpatient
      @Jpatient ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It’s a bit to fast and hard

    • @Umm_FLIP
      @Umm_FLIP ปีที่แล้ว +8

      @@Jpatient dude hes 94

    • @Jpatient
      @Jpatient ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@Umm_FLIP so? still wrong

    • @Umm_FLIP
      @Umm_FLIP ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@Jpatient what do you expect from a 94 year old?

  • @eatyourcereal1381
    @eatyourcereal1381 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3793

    Everybody gangsta until he keeps playing till the 3rd movement

    • @hurdur6828
      @hurdur6828 4 ปีที่แล้ว +47

      Once this comment reaches 10k, I will return

    • @oannabonana
      @oannabonana 4 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @@hurdur6828 i'll return at 5 k

    • @didierkoffi7408
      @didierkoffi7408 4 ปีที่แล้ว +81

      I'll never return lol

    • @slayer7965
      @slayer7965 4 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      I'll return when this has 0 likes

    • @st7205
      @st7205 4 ปีที่แล้ว +20

      @@slayer7965 don’t return

  • @frictyfranq321
    @frictyfranq321 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2678

    Beethoven would surely be proud of himself. Because his composition brings vigour to anyone.

    • @sageobrien6776
      @sageobrien6776 4 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      Yes, musicians really apart of the healing profession.

    • @GaryMcKinnonUFO
      @GaryMcKinnonUFO 4 ปีที่แล้ว +27

      I love how this was played, i'm not a pianist but a listener, there was a lovely gap in the timing of each note of each chord with the left hand, like the chord was slowly dropped, the weight shared between fingers at different times, rather than being plainly hit. Beautiful and admirable.

    • @tobynicholls1682
      @tobynicholls1682 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      là@@sageobrien6776 you

    • @sageobrien6776
      @sageobrien6776 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@tobynicholls1682 What do you mean?

    • @tobynicholls1682
      @tobynicholls1682 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@sageobrien6776 pocket comment lmao

  • @RAFITAESTRADITA
    @RAFITAESTRADITA 3 ปีที่แล้ว +862

    Hearing this piece played by a 94 years old man, no matter how his life were lived, is so significative.
    I'm in tears.

    • @marieschnitter5982
      @marieschnitter5982 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      me too 😔😢

    • @FailedAtNNN
      @FailedAtNNN ปีที่แล้ว +2

      "song"

    • @Jfalfa08
      @Jfalfa08 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      Music speaks to the soul and steers emotions.

    • @callmeqt1269
      @callmeqt1269 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      what a word - significative 🙌

    • @ИринаГорлачёва-у1щ
      @ИринаГорлачёва-у1щ ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Это не пьеса, это великое музыкальное произведение великого Бетховена...

  • @dr.j5642
    @dr.j5642 2 ปีที่แล้ว +145

    He is drawing such powerful sounds from the depths of his 94 years of accumulated experience. There is a nuanced intensity to his well balanced ebb and flow. Stunning, may God bless him

  • @kingjulian8334
    @kingjulian8334 4 ปีที่แล้ว +569

    I'm in *tears* it's not even the notes, but the emotion that's in the way he's playing it-

    • @Aaron-hq4bu
      @Aaron-hq4bu 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      Omg yaasss slay queen

    • @hypercube1614
      @hypercube1614 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Then you need to hear to wilhelm kempff

    • @giladkingsley
      @giladkingsley 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It kinda is the notes

    • @jansmitowiczauthor78
      @jansmitowiczauthor78 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I've literally performed this at a recital, I know every single note and yet this made me weep, no lie

    • @alexanderbell6284
      @alexanderbell6284 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Couldn't play it better, honestly

  • @timking2901
    @timking2901 3 ปีที่แล้ว +277

    I've heard many others play Moonlight Sonata - this rendition touches my soul

    • @CarinaPiersay
      @CarinaPiersay ปีที่แล้ว +1

      It’s so emotional!

    • @ja.935g67
      @ja.935g67 ปีที่แล้ว

      Have you heard Claudio Arrau? th-cam.com/video/W0UrRWyIZ74/w-d-xo.html

  • @ravenpoet9416
    @ravenpoet9416 4 ปีที่แล้ว +482

    He seemed to awaken the longer he played. His face showed a memory, a passion, and the longer he played the more it seemed to come out. That's how I saw it. Very well done.

    • @captainshoessword7769
      @captainshoessword7769 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I can’t even see his face clearly :) But this is beautiful.

    • @robertbuck3431
      @robertbuck3431 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      Google him. He wrote santa baby. And has a life long huge music career

  • @marywilson641
    @marywilson641 8 หลายเดือนก่อน +6

    This melts my heart, so many memories he must have, while playing beautiful music.😊

  • @pppqqpppwjd3699
    @pppqqpppwjd3699 4 ปีที่แล้ว +101

    He's not just playing a piano.
    He shows his LIFE to us by playing a piano.

  • @crazypete9749
    @crazypete9749 4 ปีที่แล้ว +745

    I'm speechless, so beautiful and sad at the same time.. Wish he could continue playing till his last breath..

    • @claytonfinney6092
      @claytonfinney6092 4 ปีที่แล้ว +65

      You want him to continue to play til he's dead?

    • @melindavenus71
      @melindavenus71 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      😂

    • @crazypete9749
      @crazypete9749 4 ปีที่แล้ว +61

      @@claytonfinney6092 To not lose the ability to play

    • @anna7473
      @anna7473 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Amen to the not losing that ability ... ♡ God bless y'all this season and always. ♡

    • @fubarlife7776
      @fubarlife7776 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@claytonfinney6092 🤣

  • @canalvoandoalto9816
    @canalvoandoalto9816 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1638

    *Fun fact:* This song is 220 years old. That means he is pretty much 1/2 the age of the piece and yet plays like a master. That’s nuts bro

    • @seanchong2109
      @seanchong2109 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

      the piece

    • @elaina6868
      @elaina6868 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

      This piece*. A song is much different then a piece.

    • @louisa4725
      @louisa4725 3 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      He definitely doesn't play like a master

    • @elaina6868
      @elaina6868 3 ปีที่แล้ว +72

      @@louisa4725 Oh he does. Give him a break he is an older man who’s fingers don’t work like they used to. Assuming you have never touched a piano, I wouldn’t not judge others. :)

    • @Engineer9736
      @Engineer9736 3 ปีที่แล้ว +21

      @@elaina6868 With that last sentence you are judging the person who you are replying to lol. Master of hypocritisism.

  • @Catmoore60
    @Catmoore60 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    When the chords calm as if dawn were breaking after a difficult night, my eyes welled up and my heart sang with joy. This man has a marvelous gift, and I thank him for sharing it.

  • @TheBookerstein
    @TheBookerstein 4 ปีที่แล้ว +263

    I don’t believe music ever leaves you. It comes from your heart and soul and is there forever. Thank you for this

    • @krazart
      @krazart 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Heart and soul

  • @saraa.s5555
    @saraa.s5555 4 ปีที่แล้ว +750

    You can almost hear his life's experiences echoing in his playing. It was absolutely beautiful

    • @bubblenugget7770
      @bubblenugget7770 4 ปีที่แล้ว +17

      No you can’t dumbass

    • @bubblenugget7770
      @bubblenugget7770 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      He’s just playing piano, good and all but please shut up.

    • @marccalebflores8270
      @marccalebflores8270 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Not really then if you do tell me what his experiences was

    • @sunnyala3502
      @sunnyala3502 4 ปีที่แล้ว +13

      Good lord what's with all the butt hurt Salieris here 😂

    • @bubblenugget7770
      @bubblenugget7770 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@sunnyala3502 bruh. Why do you think I’m a butt hurt saleiri?

  • @luismarioXD
    @luismarioXD 4 ปีที่แล้ว +276

    This is unbeleivable. This old sir has still the passion of a young musician. You can see it. It was a beutiful performance.

  • @ОльгаПрокофьева-ю6я
    @ОльгаПрокофьева-ю6я 2 ปีที่แล้ว +139

    Прекрасное исполнение, несмотря на огромное количество версий лучших пианистов мира, это исполнение не уступает им , не теряется на из фоне! Прекрасное интонирование, глубокое проведение темы, баланс, чувство формы, энергетика!!!!!!!!! Достойнейшее исполнение!!!!

  • @artursz2
    @artursz2 4 ปีที่แล้ว +765

    I was expecting some kind of generic sweet video of a grandpa playing the piano, but I got goosebumps instead. He is still a PRO.

    • @jessicalatorraca8507
      @jessicalatorraca8507 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      You hit it!

    • @reeeyaaad
      @reeeyaaad 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      I got multiple goosebumps

    • @bravosierra9
      @bravosierra9 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      It clearly says that he plays moonlight sonata, what did you expect?

    • @shadowrote16
      @shadowrote16 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@bravosierra9 You clearly missed the point that he/she was trying to make.

    • @robinnyberg6144
      @robinnyberg6144 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      His name is Philip Springer 👍 kind of a pro...

  • @foadahadi
    @foadahadi 3 ปีที่แล้ว +659

    This man might forgot a lot of things in his life, but the tune he played was accurately on his brain even at this age, this is the power of MUSIC

    • @janetcolyear8990
      @janetcolyear8990 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Amen!!

    • @joshmuz9018
      @joshmuz9018 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      Or rather the right brain neurones do not either and die as our creative power does not diminish like the rational analytical mind. Even senile dementia patients who don't know who they even are can still play perfectly

    • @rogercline5377
      @rogercline5377 2 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      So he's forgetful then?

    • @foadahadi
      @foadahadi 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      @@rogercline5377 learn about human brain , every individual is not the same

    • @rogercline5377
      @rogercline5377 2 ปีที่แล้ว +10

      @foadahadi yeah that's kind of my point. You seem to assume he "might forgot a lot of things in his life...". I'm saying not every life is the same... just because he's old doesn't mean he's forgetful. Seems sharp as a tack to me.

  • @damshek
    @damshek 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1847

    Better than most professional recordings, that all play at the same funeral tempo, in the same style, and god forbid they ever press a key too hard.
    In his hands, the music is not just alive, but young.

    • @DupczacyBawol
      @DupczacyBawol 4 ปีที่แล้ว +35

      We are all young inside.

    • @bongloiny4314
      @bongloiny4314 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      Well...

    • @Alwpiano
      @Alwpiano 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      His tempo is nicer than the slow funeral tempo mentioned above.

    • @bigsmall246
      @bigsmall246 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

      I expected a slower tempo from an old man. But it seems he has some impatience/youth within him yet.

    • @surg3i
      @surg3i 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Bruh, a tempo is consistently performed because that is what the people think beethoven was trying to express. Plus, professional recordings have much more nuance to them then you think

  • @aznivar4716
    @aznivar4716 ปีที่แล้ว +21

    браво, вечный музыкант! бесспорно, память людская долго будет хранить помять о нём! левая рука бесподобна!

  • @Jaqvander
    @Jaqvander 3 ปีที่แล้ว +332

    I listened to many pianists playing this on Spotify. He somehow makes the piece sound so much more meaningful, it touches me deeply where with the others it was just really beautiful. This pianist somehow tells a story.

    • @matchos
      @matchos 2 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      His interpretation is sublime. He knows exactly what he's doing, playing like a master.

    • @ffggddss
      @ffggddss 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      It's true. This piece can't be done properly without feeling your way through all of it, from beginning to end.
      If it doesn't capture your soul as you play it, something is wrong. It's one of the greatest compositions in all of music.
      That said, this is the 1st movement. The other two movements really make it complete, but like his 5th symphony, we all too often get just the 1st movement.
      Not knocking it at all, though; he does a great job of it here. Really glad to have found this!
      Fred

    • @orderlyhippo1569
      @orderlyhippo1569 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I sincerely wonder if you would agree without knowing who’s playing, or how different styles provoke different thoughts on the piece

    • @turbanheadless
      @turbanheadless 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I think that is cuz he often slows down the rhythm in places where regular moonlight sonata keeps the rhythm. Makes it sound more pulsating

    • @aariley2
      @aariley2 2 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      Age and experience add beauty that youth cannot. This is why I am no fan of orchestras that purge out the older players. The young learn from the old as has always been and always will be.

  • @wyns6547
    @wyns6547 4 ปีที่แล้ว +278

    He may be old but his musical spirit is definitely young and energetic

    • @Lovetrain-io6kt
      @Lovetrain-io6kt 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@alcedo_kf 2 more weeks he'll be 95

    • @bernth9880
      @bernth9880 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      Quelle délicatesse tout en douceur merveilleux musicien de 94 ans bravo je vous envie

  • @MegaCaprice123
    @MegaCaprice123 3 ปีที่แล้ว +187

    He played beautifully. What an amazing man. God Bless him for the joy he gives to others.❤️

    • @kingilad1858
      @kingilad1858 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ❤️❤️❤️

    • @sent5988
      @sent5988 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      AMEN AND GODBLESS !!! MAY GOD BE WITH US ALWAYS ! (^∇^)ノ♪

  • @josephineford9886
    @josephineford9886 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    To be able to play this at 94 is fantastic! And just by memory, shows he loved playing the piano.

  • @none0099
    @none0099 4 ปีที่แล้ว +59

    This performance is more impressive than many active professional pianists. His spirit of dedication to this performance is what gives it its quality.

  • @Uhdusv5527
    @Uhdusv5527 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1374

    He’s not playing the moonlight Sonata, he’s becoming the moonlight Sonata itself

    • @sunshine14883
      @sunshine14883 3 ปีที่แล้ว +15

      Well said 👏

    • @mpgodjr
      @mpgodjr 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      What

    • @Ange1Quintero
      @Ange1Quintero 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      @@mpgodjr LOL

    • @ZK_-hs5es
      @ZK_-hs5es 2 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      @@mpgodjr when playing music you want to be be one with your instrument show your emotions with the instrument if you make a mistake that’s fine because nobody is perfect

    • @mpgodjr
      @mpgodjr 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@ZK_-hs5es yeah I know. It just sounded weird when I read it. Q bit cheesy

  • @lilianpoulsen8394
    @lilianpoulsen8394 4 ปีที่แล้ว +214

    Moved to tears by the beauty and depth of feeling in his playing. Though his body is 94 years old, his soul and talent will be young forever and ever. Thank you!!💕

    • @bmoy2812
      @bmoy2812 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      He plays like a 49 . Remarkable.

  • @kellyeducre9821
    @kellyeducre9821 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    He leaves so much room for the listener to immerse themselves in the feelings conjured up by his rendition....BEAUTIFUL

  • @rafadoespiano6505
    @rafadoespiano6505 3 ปีที่แล้ว +314

    I’m only 13 with not even a year of experience but even I can tell that this man is extraordinary in the way he plays

    • @rumpelstilzchen3961
      @rumpelstilzchen3961 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      True. He is playing from history 🎹

    • @rumpelstilzchen3961
      @rumpelstilzchen3961 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @Xx_alina_xX :3 that's realy great 🤵

    • @_M_-_H_
      @_M_-_H_ 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @AMM777 At least you're not one of those people that says God is going to brutally kill everyone- you give me hope.

    • @tellyname
      @tellyname 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      I am 13 too but with 6yrs of playing piano I can confirm that this man is a chad
      (Yes this is my dad’s Acc)

  • @soliveirajr
    @soliveirajr 4 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    He truly played this song from the depths of his soul

  • @CamD9203
    @CamD9203 4 ปีที่แล้ว +60

    He plays with such a passion and tenderness at the same time, it’s such a beautiful interpretation.

  • @Koal548-q8e
    @Koal548-q8e ปีที่แล้ว +30

    할 아버지 멋 지 세요 94세 연세의 아직 피아노 치신 다는 게 놀랍니다

  • @Zoli.V
    @Zoli.V 4 ปีที่แล้ว +546

    I heard this from like 100 artists, but this one is the best. I don't think it's possible to play it better than this.

    • @WaRRioRofLight.
      @WaRRioRofLight. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      I thought it was a little bit to fast. Old guys going crazy

    • @chrisislas7837
      @chrisislas7837 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      It is better then some other artists

    • @maximw9362
      @maximw9362 4 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      The only thing I don’t like is the Tempo (a little too fast for me) and sometimes the grace notes are too accentuated (long) for my taste. Listen do Valentina Lisitsas Version

    • @WaRRioRofLight.
      @WaRRioRofLight. 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@maximw9362 yes grandpa is going fast man..

    • @jansmitowiczauthor78
      @jansmitowiczauthor78 4 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      I've literally performed this at a recital, I know every single note and yet this made me weep, no lie

  • @Zzio98
    @Zzio98 4 ปีที่แล้ว +33

    The way his hands moves, just weightless.. So majestic

  • @kimbellekim1372
    @kimbellekim1372 3 ปีที่แล้ว +54

    The dynamics are spot on! Sending chills down to my spine...

  • @martinmei4552
    @martinmei4552 2 ปีที่แล้ว +44

    Such an elder with such accuracy, I can't help but sending my reverence from the deep of my heart to you sir.

    • @marciarodrigues9165
      @marciarodrigues9165 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      👏👏👏👏👏👏❤️❤️❤️❤️🌹🌹🌹

    • @silgzz8848
      @silgzz8848 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      👏👏👏👏👏
      ❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

  • @rickjamez
    @rickjamez 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Played it perfect for the tempo he was playing at. The emotion came from that and his consistency in maintaining it through out.

  • @primalpiano7580
    @primalpiano7580 4 ปีที่แล้ว +106

    Best interpretation ever, I want to play like him

    • @ernodios
      @ernodios 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      I bet you have years ahead to practice

  • @sofiamota9887
    @sofiamota9887 4 ปีที่แล้ว +30

    This man inspired me. The way he plays, you can see that he loves playing piano. I wish to, at his age, have a passion like he does

  • @ЯмиляДаянова
    @ЯмиляДаянова ปีที่แล้ว +13

    С такой нежностью касается к клавишам,весь прибывает в музыке.Благодарю,за прекрасную музыку🙏🤗🥰

  • @rachelrose20
    @rachelrose20 3 ปีที่แล้ว +13

    Beautiful, beautiful. The dislikers are ignorant beyond measure. Such a joy to watch! 🥳 thank you for sharing x

  • @otvosLaszloGabriel
    @otvosLaszloGabriel 3 ปีที่แล้ว +23

    We should value our elders we have so much to learn from them! This is pure joy to listen. I can only say that age does not define us but our passion does!

  • @aramkaram4343
    @aramkaram4343 4 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    Здоровья дедушке)настоящий музыкант, так тонко чувствует.

  • @blendi3825
    @blendi3825 2 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    Nothing keeps your spirit young as music does.

  • @maggiebergami5444
    @maggiebergami5444 3 ปีที่แล้ว +16

    So much respect and honour to this beautiful artist. He plays to my soul.

  • @tpz32
    @tpz32 4 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    I am moved by how this amazing man is able to embody the piece. It seems to be composed by himself. God bless You.

  • @vishnuprasad3041
    @vishnuprasad3041 3 ปีที่แล้ว +40

    This made me practice longer than usual. I want to be able to play like him if I ever live to that age. I've only been learning the piano for 2 years and I'm almost 23. There is a whole universe of music I want to learn.

    • @man0sticks
      @man0sticks 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      I guarantee you that Mr. Springer learned this piece as a child or young adult. The music you memorize at an early age stays locked in memory. I would advise you to absorb as much as you possibly can while you are young and best able to learn.

    • @SuperBartet
      @SuperBartet ปีที่แล้ว +1

      At your age , yes you should be able to get as good as him, for me I'm 66, so only have 28 years to do it. So far I know the first 12 bars, so should be able to play it all by 94, but as good as him, no not got enough time :(

    • @callmeqt1269
      @callmeqt1269 ปีที่แล้ว

      as another late starter - you can get there

  • @catherinegordon5065
    @catherinegordon5065 ปีที่แล้ว +37

    Absolutely beautiful piano playing Mr Springer, thank you for sharing this amazing piece of music with us all.
    😊❤

  • @АвдеевЕгор-е1ж
    @АвдеевЕгор-е1ж 4 ปีที่แล้ว +82

    Долгих лет жизни! Здоровья и светлого сознания. Потрясающе!

    • @internetchocolate6733
      @internetchocolate6733 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Translation...?

    • @estrada0427
      @estrada0427 4 ปีที่แล้ว +4

      @@internetchocolate6733 lol

    • @natalie7006
      @natalie7006 4 ปีที่แล้ว +7

      А руки какие красивые и пальцы длинные - всё выдаёт пианиста. И так по-иному слушается Лунная соната в исполнении человека, прожившего целую жизнь...

    • @alejandromobray5833
      @alejandromobray5833 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@internetchocolate6733 wishes to live long! Health and clear mind. Fascinating!

    • @internetchocolate6733
      @internetchocolate6733 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@alejandromobray5833 thanks

  • @bmoneybby
    @bmoneybby 4 ปีที่แล้ว +9765

    Plot twist: It's actually Beethoven.

    • @cosmicfrieslol
      @cosmicfrieslol 4 ปีที่แล้ว +259

      no no, hes got a point

    • @ash-9916
      @ash-9916 4 ปีที่แล้ว +80

      Omg💀💀💀

    • @fujiapple9675
      @fujiapple9675 4 ปีที่แล้ว +73

      @@cosmicfrieslol your response reminds me of the emperor's new groove with the angel and devil on kronk's shoulders.

    • @xweiwei4585
      @xweiwei4585 4 ปีที่แล้ว +36

      almost cry...when see your comment..turn to laugh 😂

    • @bmoneybby
      @bmoneybby 4 ปีที่แล้ว +16

      Haha thanks!

  • @mrc-310
    @mrc-310 4 ปีที่แล้ว +55

    This is just gorgeous, he's so talented.
    The memories and emotions he had are portrayed in this... the beauty of life and art.
    Congratulations!

  • @Людмила-х8к6н
    @Людмила-х8к6н ปีที่แล้ว +16

    Слушаю и вспоминаю своего любимого папочку. Спасибо за прекрасное прочтение Сонаты!

  • @annettecuke7523
    @annettecuke7523 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    So beautiful…not just skill, but totally in tuned with the music!!!

  • @o_kassadin6537
    @o_kassadin6537 3 ปีที่แล้ว +151

    Imagine getting this in your recommended after 10 years

    • @ernodios
      @ernodios 3 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      Then he'll be 104 and will go on to remember this piece by heart

  • @lizjared5466
    @lizjared5466 4 ปีที่แล้ว +192

    “Then let us all do what is right, strive with all our might toward the unattainable, develop as fully as we can the gifts God has given us, and never stop learning” - Ludwig van Beethoven

    • @houstonwehaveabanger
      @houstonwehaveabanger 4 ปีที่แล้ว +14

      It reminds me of the passage in romans 11 that says “For the gifts and call of God are irrevocable.” You can see even dementia patients still able to play incredible pieces impeccably! And this is absolutely no exception.

    • @chekyorwalet1468
      @chekyorwalet1468 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      God nerfs Beethoven by his hearing

    • @michaelseeker9680
      @michaelseeker9680 3 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@chekyorwalet1468 Gave him a bigger challenge. God blessed him. ☺

  • @Dr.JungFrench
    @Dr.JungFrench ปีที่แล้ว +19

    Amazing! His touch and expression seem to tell the story of his life. Bravo!!! 👏👏🎶🎶👍👍

  • @ky1oser
    @ky1oser 4 ปีที่แล้ว +614

    him: **plays**
    me: **cries**

    • @tmh-jts7022
      @tmh-jts7022 4 ปีที่แล้ว +8

      you mean cry like a river.

    • @jxristop
      @jxristop 4 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      You: **cries**
      Me: **gnomed**

    • @rekordea
      @rekordea 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      ok.

    • @garbage5318
      @garbage5318 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      simple as that

    • @siilvx104
      @siilvx104 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@jxristop LOL

  • @bombaklat3742
    @bombaklat3742 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

    He played with such passion. A wonderful thing to see/hear

  • @somnyad
    @somnyad 2 ปีที่แล้ว +50

    Philip Springer, who brought so many pop songs into the world, plays this piece with the grace of the musical genius he is. Thank you, Philip, for all your contributions, for taking the energy of the universe and translating it into something we can hear and understand. For following your dream and fulfilling what the universe called you to do.

  • @obedcepeda664
    @obedcepeda664 2 ปีที่แล้ว +29

    Wow - he brought tears to my eyes - so inspiring. Also, his cadence is excellent !

  • @kaschkasch6440
    @kaschkasch6440 4 ปีที่แล้ว +53

    Verneige mich ehrfürchtig vor diesem besonderen und begabten alten Menschen mit viel Lebenserfahrung und seiner musikalischen Begabung. Danke 🤗

    • @waltuh2.3bviews3secondsago3
      @waltuh2.3bviews3secondsago3 4 ปีที่แล้ว

      Ich nicht spreche viel deutsch, aber Danke=thank you (englisch) und vor=for, mich=with, und=and, alten=old

  • @gillianforrester558
    @gillianforrester558 3 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    One lucky daughter, what a lovely birthday present! Brilliant pianist

  • @АннаКороленко-л6в
    @АннаКороленко-л6в 4 ปีที่แล้ว +43

    До слёз...Восхитительное исполнение!Браво!

  • @CMKSWEDE
    @CMKSWEDE 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    94 year old composer Philip Springer playing the Moonlight Sonata ❤ ✡️ 🙏 ❤ ✡️ 🙏. I have never seen anything more beautiful musically in life. My tears are naturally running down my face everytime I see and listen to this gentleman playing his piano and especially how he plays it and express his entire love for this music. This beautiful and timeless classic masterpiece - Moonlight Sonata - was composed between 1801 and 1802 and is one of Beethoven's best known and most popular piano works. Philip Springer’s incredibly soulful, loving, romantic and completely intimate way of expressing and playing this classical and legendary piece of music with his beautiful hands, his entire face and body tells a unique life story of the highest professional, musical genius and a true mensch by definition with unlimited amount of life experiences.
    I wish each and everyone of you a very nice, loving and peaceful Shabbat shalom and Yawm al-Jum'a and everyone else a very enjoyable and relaxing weekend 💐 ❤️ 😊 🙏

  • @fernanmartinez1699
    @fernanmartinez1699 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    His memory even at that age is amazing, beautifully played sir. Much respect 🙏👏🔥

  • @julieenslow5915
    @julieenslow5915 4 ปีที่แล้ว +143

    Totally from memory. Take THAT old age!!

    • @julieenslow5915
      @julieenslow5915 4 ปีที่แล้ว +2

      @@alcedo_kf
      My father had dementia. It is heartbreaking what it takes from a person, you have to celebrate every win. This was a huge win for this man.

    • @julieenslow5915
      @julieenslow5915 4 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      @@alcedo_kf
      Thank you.

    • @harrismain6600
      @harrismain6600 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hwanta0184 fuck you

    • @harrismain6600
      @harrismain6600 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hwanta0184 because you’re being a prick

    • @NonComDemon
      @NonComDemon 3 ปีที่แล้ว

      @@hwanta0184 I understand and appreciate your joke. It was only a joke, there's no reason for people to get offended by everything.

  • @emilymasterson2918
    @emilymasterson2918 ปีที่แล้ว +3

    I used to play it when I was a 12 old years girl. then I threw away my life and I forgot how to play piano. Now I am starting playing it again. God bless this man who plays piano wonderfully.

  • @weerebel
    @weerebel ปีที่แล้ว +1

    4:25pm Thursday 8th June 2023. It gave me tears to my eyes

  • @ramindadari9129
    @ramindadari9129 2 ปีที่แล้ว +12

    He plays with passion he plays this music with life experiences! Pure and touching.

  • @ИринаРыбина-я6ж
    @ИринаРыбина-я6ж ปีที่แล้ว +4

    Why am I crying!?💔

  • @cindyj5522
    @cindyj5522 2 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    I had to remember to breathe through silent tears as I watched and listened to this performance. It was truly breathtaking and evidence of one magnificent soul speaking to another across centuries. Thank you for sharing. Incredibly touching.

  • @МаринаМасютина-т5р
    @МаринаМасютина-т5р ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Потрясающее исполнение. Одна из любимых мною вещей. Спасибо. Очень одухотворенно и проникновенно. До слез....

  • @Thealvita
    @Thealvita 3 ปีที่แล้ว +28

    I closed my eyes for a moment and got lost in a different dimension. What a beautiful interpretation :')

  • @iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii5651
    @iiiiiiiiiiiiiiiiii5651 3 ปีที่แล้ว +1135

    These are the types of videos that should go viral not Charlie damelio eating takis on tiktok

    • @samin8399
      @samin8399 3 ปีที่แล้ว +26

      Truuuuuue👌🏻

    • @lukabarett
      @lukabarett 3 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Fax

    • @bactrosaurus
      @bactrosaurus 3 ปีที่แล้ว +24

      You and me... we are not so different

    • @ErichEliskases-t3j
      @ErichEliskases-t3j 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      Agreed

    • @ian6729
      @ian6729 3 ปีที่แล้ว +3

      nice name dude

  • @RioCrypto55
    @RioCrypto55 3 ปีที่แล้ว +32

    This masterpiece is one thing but seeing this man play it.... pure, raw, unfiltered emotion...

  • @yvonnevazsaxena6712
    @yvonnevazsaxena6712 2 ปีที่แล้ว +6

    Really applaud this gentleman. At his age to play this beautiful piece so perfectly. Enjoyed watching him play.

  • @p.vonk.4982
    @p.vonk.4982 3 ปีที่แล้ว +35

    Einmal gelernt, bleibt es für immer. Alle Achtung und noch viele Jahre glückliches Leben mit Musik. Bravo Herr Springer! Liebe Grüße aus Hamburg

  • @patrickrwhite8354
    @patrickrwhite8354 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    This man is amazing at 94 to play so beautifully and with perfection, you can't get better. I am sure he has played a lot of concerts in his day. I send 2000 stars out of 2000. Thanks for sharing this gentlemen.

  • @77MyEsha
    @77MyEsha ปีที่แล้ว +15

    Oh wow! That was an amazing performance! You play with such feeling, and to still be able to play like this at 94 is truly inspirational. I am a pianist and composer myself and I was deeply moved by this rendition of the Moonlight Sonata. I was moved to tears. Bravo Maestro ❤👏

  • @marjamerryflower
    @marjamerryflower ปีที่แล้ว +3

    This rendition is like a prayer. Thank you mister Philip Springer. And your daughter for sharing this with the world

  • @jeannezimmerman7034
    @jeannezimmerman7034 3 ปีที่แล้ว +25

    What a beautiful gift to his daughter! This piece has always been a favorite of mine; a bit melancholy but fabulously written.

  • @calvinclayton2396
    @calvinclayton2396 3 ปีที่แล้ว +18

    You can probably learn to play this in a week or two but to play it like him takes decades. You can hear the character in it. Better than most professional recordings I've heard.

  • @unnamed8590
    @unnamed8590 3 ปีที่แล้ว +76

    This man should live forever

    • @ebutuoyebutouy
      @ebutuoyebutouy 3 ปีที่แล้ว +5

      He will live forever.

    • @user-zq6yz5gf6d
      @user-zq6yz5gf6d 3 ปีที่แล้ว +6

      He will. He will.

    • @janisewellington3971
      @janisewellington3971 2 ปีที่แล้ว +1

      He will live forever, where is up to him.

    • @Flameheart_
      @Flameheart_ 2 ปีที่แล้ว +9

      Nobody deserves the pain of living forever. A decently long life yes but living forever is a curse. You continue to exist while everyone around you dies and you see the world change for the worse even if somethings get better. On top of that you also deal with medical conditions. I agree tho, this man deserves to live forever in the memories of those who view this amazing masterpiece. 👏

    • @samifabre2359
      @samifabre2359 2 ปีที่แล้ว

      He will live forever in the hearts of those who heard him.

  • @luisg6574
    @luisg6574 ปีที่แล้ว +2

    God Bless him and thanks for sharing this beauty