A run through of my transcription of Mozart's Figaro overture for piano. Enjoy! Sheet music available here: seanchenpiano.com/shop/scores seanchenpiano.com
Yes, of course, this has already been transcribed (all the great operas have a "vocal score" version, that is to say with a piano reduction including the overtures), but the arrangements are a little "simpler" than that this one. That said, in the particular case of this overture, even these simpler versions aren't that easy to play cleanly.
What i like best about this is that there is so much natural vitality without a hint of effort or distortion. As far as the transcription itself Liszt or Rachmaninoff could not do better . Bravo!!
Marvellous. A wonderful and sensitive transcription, and your playing lets the brilliance shine through without overwhelming the more pensive moments. Thank you very much for sharing.
We've done it but it's the whole brass band,but you ..what else can I say.you equal to all of us 47 in the band.We all love it man,it must a mighty creator that bestow you this talent,exxccellent.whoa,
@Mario well if you pay him to transcribe the piece, perform it and upload it, you can definitly be that critic, but since you didnt and he did it for free for we all to enjoy, all you can do its to be thankfull for such a great job, not perfect, nothing is, but still marvellous.
@Mario I don't think you're appreciating this upload for what it is. This isn't a professional recording, obviously, and it's not trying to be. Chen even states in the description that it's a "run-through," which (to me) implies that it's not the final product, rather, it's the rough draft!
Perfect. Pianists must study for years to perfect a certain style and quality of performance and control over the keys. Their fingers can either strike or press a key to change how percussive the note sounds and this style of touching the key can be heard above and beyond the simple speed of the key and hammer. The skill may be factoring in all the inevitable extra noises that come from playing the piano: the sound of fingertips and fingernails hitting the keys just before the note is played, the knock sounds from the hammer hitting the string and the key hitting the bottom of the key frame, and the thump of the key returning to its initial position after being played. All these ideas add up to affect the overall quality of the music. You nailed it, Sean. Score!
You played this so beautifully. Well done bro. I can do it except for the thirds at the end and will need to figure that out. Really fantastic playing. I hope you pursue being a repetiteur.
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who needs an orchestra, right? is just amazing!
agreed
Playing this song requires talent, composing it required pure genius. Amazing.
Wow, has this not been transcribed before?
He plays it and makes it sound like it was originally on the piano
Yes, of course, this has already been transcribed (all the great operas have a "vocal score" version, that is to say with a piano reduction including the overtures), but the arrangements are a little "simpler" than that this one. That said, in the particular case of this overture, even these simpler versions aren't that easy to play cleanly.
Simply amazing! I don't understand why this doesn't have 1 million likes already.
I visualize Mozart showing thumb up from heaven
Heaven? Wolfie?? . . . but you're right about the thumb : )
He has reincarnated in a new body since at least once
What i like best about this is that there is so much natural vitality without a hint of effort or distortion. As far as the transcription itself Liszt or Rachmaninoff could not do better . Bravo!!
A favorite orchestral piece of mine. You capture it all with vitality and skill. Thanks!
It made me smile to hear this and know such a musically talented person walks the earth. Magnificent job!
Maestro Chen, you know the job! This is a proper pearl of musicality and superb technique of playing!
Marvellous. A wonderful and sensitive transcription, and your playing lets the brilliance shine through without overwhelming the more pensive moments. Thank you very much for sharing.
We've done it but it's the whole brass band,but you ..what else can I say.you equal to all of us 47 in the band.We all love it man,it must a mighty creator that bestow you this talent,exxccellent.whoa,
Excellent!
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@Mario Don't you mean the download button?
@Mario #buzzkillington
@Mario well if you pay him to transcribe the piece, perform it and upload it, you can definitly be that critic, but since you didnt and he did it for free for we all to enjoy, all you can do its to be thankfull for such a great job, not perfect, nothing is, but still marvellous.
Why are you criticizing Mario?
He can dislike how he plays
@Mario I don't think you're appreciating this upload for what it is. This isn't a professional recording, obviously, and it's not trying to be. Chen even states in the description that it's a "run-through," which (to me) implies that it's not the final product, rather, it's the rough draft!
Simply beautiful, thank you Sean!
Amazing work! Just perfect!
Bravissimo! The arrangement and the playing!
Beautifully done!
The wonderfulness of his performance is beyond compare, and far superior splendor
It's remarkable that you can pull this off. So exciting! You had me on the edge of my chair.
Bravo! Incredible sound! I love it! Thanks for creating this wonderful transcription Sean!
That was absolutely brilliant!! BRAVO!!!
simply put this is amazing. Nice work
You, sir, did a fantastic job on this. I have high standards for the Figaro-Overture, especially in a piano version. You ticked all of them.
oh maaaan... that's absoloutely wonderful!
Bravo! Truly gifted! Mr. Francis will be so proud!
A brilliant transcription and a brilliant performance!
Just amazing! Great transcription, thanks for posting your video.
Truly outstanding in every way. Moved me a lot. Bravo sir! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
That was terrific. Your technique is incredible.
This is absolutely brilliant!!!
This is so great. I love the mozart-iness in the sprinkled notes the left hand is adding to the melody!
Beautifully orchestrated and played at a high skill level
This is superb playing and superb transcription! Bravo!!
Excellent!!!! Love it.
just amazing! im astonished
Excellent work !! Congratulations !!
Just mind-blowing!!!
That was absolutely incredible
Absolutely amazing!!!
Il tuo modo di fare musica prende il cuore...
You sir are an absolute amazing, Mozart himself would be proud!
Wonderful piece and performance
Simply Awesome!
Bravo Sean!! Fantastic rendition!!! very well played!!! Please share your transcripts...please......
Beautiful!!
Breathtaking.
Damn, I feel like I should have paid for that. Amazing!!
I know and play many ( about a half douzen ) Transcription of the Figaro-Overture. Yours is the best!
Instrument and recording are at the top also!
Amazing!!! Bravissimo 👏👏👏
Wow, one of the best piano performances on TH-cam!
Bravo. Thanks for sharing!
It is a delight listening to this. Great work. :)
Absolutely brillant !! Better than many four hands interpretations.
Amazing. Well done.
That was very enjoyable. Thanks for sharing 😊
Omg. Super performance. Excellent
Just immaculate!!..thank you so much...:)❤️
Most excellent!
Wonderful!!
Excellent!!
That was amazing, thank you!!
Amazing!!!
I am inspired. Thank you!
This is really impressive. Well played! Greetings from Germany
Magnificent!
Excellent! Better than some of Liszt's transcriptions!
Amazing !!
Mis respetos para ti . Me encantó! Excelente trabajo.
amazing!!!
Enjoyed. I like it!
Awesome!
Belle transcription !
Excellent transcription you have made it sound stunningly close to the original arrangement for symphony orchestra
Donny Tra An arrangement is a modified version for the original ensemble, or for a different instrument.
BRAVO !!
Nicely done
THOUSANDS OF CONGRATS!
Really brillant !
BRAVO!!!!!!!
Wow really nice !
wow....so brilliant
AMAZINGGG
*chef kiss* ...
jaw dropped to the floor. Subscribed.
Perfect. Pianists must study for years to perfect a certain style and quality of performance and control over the keys. Their fingers can either strike or press a key to change how percussive the note sounds and this style of touching the key can be heard above and beyond the simple speed of the key and hammer. The skill may be factoring in all the inevitable extra noises that come from playing the piano: the sound of fingertips and fingernails hitting the keys just before the note is played, the knock sounds from the hammer hitting the string and the key hitting the bottom of the key frame, and the thump of the key returning to its initial position after being played. All these ideas add up to affect the overall quality of the music. You nailed it, Sean. Score!
Bravo!!!
Bravo!
You played this so beautifully. Well done bro. I can do it except for the thirds at the end and will need to figure that out. Really fantastic playing. I hope you pursue being a repetiteur.
YOU ARE REALLY GOOD !!!
Bravissimo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Mind blowing
well played son... well played.
Apenas empezando a leer la pieza, pensando en que es imposible tocar el 100% de las notas a esa velocidad, y luego llegas tu. Espectacular 👏🏼
bravo!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
Marvellous
連弾ではなく1人でこの豊かな音色…素晴らしい👏
オーケストラとは違う愉悦。
弾けたらさぞ気持ち良いだろうな…
Simplesmente fantástica esta transcrição para piano Mozart iria amar
I was waiting for Winthorp and Coleman to show up on the stage
BRAVISSIMO MAESTRO!
That's so fucking amazing!
bravo!
great 😍