Yuja Wang: Gershwin Rhapsody in Blue [HD]
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- เผยแพร่เมื่อ 13 มิ.ย. 2020
- Camerata Salzburg conducted by Lionel Bringuier
Salzburger Festspiele, Aug 12, 2016
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And after resting on the seventh day, God created Yuja Wang. 😇
Beautiful!!!! 😄😄😄😄
Not quite, but she uses her God given talent to the best.
What day was Lang Lang created? Never mind.
After watching something like this, one might get the mistaken impression that the world is actually a really nice place.
She is A W E S O M E. !!!!!!!
LOL!
You are completely right
That's a really cool and TRUE comment.
@@romulo560 and the other
He wrote this when he was like 26 and only lived 12 years beyond. Imagine the music he might have left us if he'd kept composing for a full life.
By the time she's done, she will be the greatest performing pianist that ever lived. She's in a class entirely of her own making. There's only one Yuja, and she's incomparable.
Amazing, most exciting, compelling pianist I've heard in my 73 years of life. Yuja Wang defies description; no words can aptly do justice to how astonishing lovely Yuja Wang really is. She's precious beyond words.
Oh, then you must not have seen young Emily Bear.
Can you imagine if George Gershwin were alive to hear his famous piece performed by Miss Wang? For 70 years Ive been in love with everything Gershwin composed. Rhapsody In Blue is a favorite. I’m hearing it played for the first time right now it seems!! There are no words to express the joy. As my son would say, Miss Wang is crushing it. Now I’m in love with her!!! Thank you Peter.
oh yeah, I can only agree, if gershwin were alive h'ed be smashing that button on this one
People talk about her "technical" brilliance. But there is music in there. Style that you don't normally hear from technicians.
@@Kermit_T_Frog, Interesting point. Yuja is a "performance artist."
@@JoeLinux2000 If you ask me, classical training often drains the soul. She seems to have kept hers. But yes, there is a bit of Liberace in her.
She is definitely feeling it. Brings tears to my eyes! @@Kermit_T_Frog
And she is enjoying herself, not tortured as so many soloists appear and so difficult to watch. Beyond that, Yuja is the worlds best pianist.
no, but good effort, the world's best "living" pianist is Howard Levy, from the Flecktones
@@DiZastur Who? Not Martha, Pollini, Zimerman, Askenazy....and 20 more living legends ?
Yuja Wang is probably the best, and certainly the sexist, pianist in the world, the most sensational we've seen in years, but... she doesn't understand American jazz. A very mechanical performance that she rushed through as though she couldn't get back to the classical repertoire of Rachmaninoff, Brahms, and Chopin soon enough.
@@williamfankboner4206 she's young. Will see how she plays in 20 years. In fact, there's quite a few young pianinsts which I can't wait to to hear in 20-30 years from now: Yuja Wang, Trifonov, Yunchan Lim.
@@DiZastur, I don't think I've seen one of his TH-cam videos; although I have spoken to Bela Fleck.
When I die, I’ll pay for my own funeral/ memorial… no speech, if anyone comes… I just want a video of her/ that incredible clarinetist/ the whole orchestra… this song… my favorite, I’ve never seen or heard a rendition of this classical piece, she added measures beyond brilliant…
I love how, in some of the solo sections, she actually swings it! Delightful!
❤CJB call your Mom. She is FABULOUS!
I am on a YUJA WANG listening marathon and am blown away with every concert she does! And today is her 36th birthday February 10th 2023 which makes it a real celebration!
The number of her concerts seems absolutely endless.
And she’s a rabbit so this entire year is a celebration for her.
Yuja doen't give a darn about convention, just enjoys herself in the moment and THAT is what I love about her. Amazing skill, does as she darn well pleases!!!
Behind all great music is a strong personality.
Most definitely the best " interpretation" of Rhapsody in Blue possible..... The orchestra & Ms Wang become as one.....playing the " long version" to perfection & on top of that the impeccable video recording & great sound quality....... I think George would be impressed! .....Brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it......
I like Cateen's version, but in the end no one is comparable to Yuja.
I first played this piece nearly 60 years ago, in high school (solo trumpet, sigh), and have heard dozens of renditions since, but this young lady's lyrical interpretation and blistering tempi have reduced me to tears every time I hear her play. Bravissima!
I JUST SPENT 3 HOURS ON TH-cam WITH YUJA, WATCHING AND LISTENING TO HER ARTISTRY……, IT CHANGED MY OUTLOOK ON LIFE
There is no other artist that enthralls me every time like she does.
The mystery to me is how anyone on Earth could play the way that she does. She plows through the most difficult pieces one after another year after year.
It is absolutely amaizing.
I just discovered her about a month ago, and I’ve listened to no fewer than 50 of her concertos, sonatas and other pieces in her vast repertoire. Outside of just a few truly remarkable artists, no one blows me away like Yuja Wang. I’m just happy to be sharing the planet with her. This piece is masterful like all the rest!
I also just started to appreciate this super genius, amazing skills!
Yes!
Good for you!
Welcome Joe ! Join the heavens..
Also she never once needed scores
Rachmaninoff, Ravel, Liszt, Mendelssohn, Gershwin...there is apparently nothing that she cannot play with the mastery and musicality that sets her apart from the rest. Absolutely stunning.
Her performance repertoire is absolutely massive.
Ms Wang has the ability to pull the rhythms of her two hands apart to outrageous levels and then calmly collapse together again in such a sublime way! I have never seen anyone else even come close to this amazing technique, and it transforms the whole sound of the piece into something fresh.
I think this all has to thank Yuja's percussionist father who, she described in an interview, demanded absolute cleaness playing from her rhythm wise and note wise. The result as we see today is her incredible rhythmicity and clarity in her playing.
I think she just enjoys performing, and has a massive amount of natural talent. It's not something she learned. She was born with it. It could well be her father's genes.
Not to detract from the many years of hard work, but she also has been given a gift.
Absolutely. That's why she is so special. No one can equal her innate gifts.
Beauty is all around us. We must appreciate it and stay positive.
No...No...No! Not too fast! Perfect! Never have I heard so many subtle nuances and contrasts expressed so magnificently in this masterpiece. Such a joy to watch and listen to her, and to see and hear the orchestra loving being pushed to their limits with this stunning interpretation! The conductor, too, is swept up in the music and the moment. This truly is a magnetic and unforgettable performance.
I have listened to various recordings of this classic for literally decades, and this just might be the best interpretation I have ever heard. Her phrasing, her timing, her finesse are impeccable. It is almost as though the piano was invented for her. Breathtaking performance. Superb!
It is a great performance, one to hear again, though I don't usually listen to Yuja's playing. Can there be a 'best' interpretation of any complex work? I don't think so.
If you can tolerate poor recording quality and a piano transcription, this one is bluer, less polished but also great: th-cam.com/video/_jBkR9eZLbM/w-d-xo.html
Thers is a studio version on Spotify but the magic, and the tears, are in the live performance.
@@murdo_mck I suppose “best” is not the correct word. I will rephrase and say this might be the interpretation that I like more than any other. It is definitely bluer than most others, which, to me, is appealing. As far as less polished goes, I am a life long lover of jazz. I do not like it when music, especially certain genres, is rehearsed over and over to the point where the spontaneity is absent. I realize with dozens of musicians on stage, one cannot stray too far. But I love this transcription. Not trying to start an argument. I appreciate your comment. Also, nearly all the music I listen to are live performances. As you said, that is where the magic lies.
@@t4fnut No argument from me, we both agree (and I should have phrased that more carefully). I just viewed Joe Patrych's LTCL interview; he knows the difference between a studio recording and live.
Yup, I couldn't agree more. Definitely the best ever.
That's true what you said, i think it is counted on the ultra modern
Good Lord girl! Yuja is a beast!! She delivers Gershwin with as much masculine gusto as feminine finesse. You rock Yuja!!!
She plays it as it is meant to be played.
She's practically fantastic and l am convinced that Gershwin himself would be proud of her! Wonderful in one word
Wouldn't that be a hoot if we could bring him back to life for an evening to experience her performance of his work? If I had the power of God, that would be on my short list of things to do.
Beautiful. She plays the music as if she’s telling a story.
This is my favorite piece of orchestral music, and for my money, Yuja playing Gershwin with a great backing Orchestra is among the best of what humanity has to offer.
Yuja is a magnificent genius and I'm hoping to see her in March 2023, if the world is still here. I love her!
She’s brilliant..!!! She’s deeply committed with the Gershwin’s spirit!!! Strength and softness..., passionate and playful..!!
This a great performance..!!! 🥰🥰🥰🥰
Anyone who attempts to play this should listen to this immaculate interpretation and glorious phrasing. OMG!
And then be unable to equal it.
I am constantly left dumbfounded by what this young woman can do. Apparently nothing phases her at all, modern, jazz, the classics, she brings her own marvellous interpretation to everything. I rather like the faster tempo here, at times Rhapsody moves at a snails pace. Here... off we go, perfect syncopation and a great orchestra backing her every note. Bravo to the conductor also for letting this speed manifest itself. Superb.. I listen to this all the time.
I’ve greatly enjoyed this, and so many other of her concerts, multiple times. It just occurred to me that the way she’s dressed for this performance recalls the Jazz Age flapper aesthetic.
Ms. Wang was all up in the keys, notes, flow, rhythmic moods, at one with her instrument. Amazing!
Her love of music over takes all while she is playing, she is breathing through her hands. I don’t know how the orchestra kept up.
Well done
This performance of my favorite piece of music brought tears to my eyes.
LOVED Yuja's take on this favorite Gershwin beauty! Her contrasts are mesmerizing and her varieties of playfulness and power sweep through the listener with a magnetism that's irresistible. Seeing her movement and expressions adds immeasurably to the experience. She's the BEST!
And, she looks like she’s having a great time. Fantastic.
she is fantastic because she looks great?
@@vaxx2007 I assume, english is not your first language. It means she enjoys playing, not that she looks great.
I miss the old days when pianists played respectfully and didn't flail around like they're having a seizure.
@@SorrySuckYou old days, old days, boring, she's a sparkling little diamond.
@@SorrySuckYou I don't. I would watch this little lady all day every day.
I've never heard of version of Rhapsody in Blue quite like this. Gershwin has a honky tonk ragtime feel to his music but, I've felt or heard it so well incorporated in versions of Rhapsody in Blue other than this for the first time in this performance which leaves me lost for words, absolutely spectacular!
Cateen does something with it that is very special, but Yuja brings herself, and that's impossible to top.
Okay, people. Yuja is a phenom, no question about it. But it's time for a sense of proportion. Yuja Wang will never pilot an F-16, play linebacker in the NFL, or bring democracy to China.
This has been the favorite musical since I was 9 years old and seeing Ms. Wang makes it even more magical.
What a fantastic wonderful performance! The orchestra is great and powerful and super hot, an Yuja Wang is amazing, full of joy of life, her brilliant instant improvisations and decorations are awesome, she is an Angel!
She is so amazing 🥰
Fantastisch - Dieses Werk hat alle seine Kritiker überlebt und Frau Wang weist sie in die "Schranken!" - Schön diese Bereicherung unseres Lebens - danke!
That is the sexiest I have heard Gershwin's Rhapsody played... sensationally done... played with true deep feelings, I am sure. Oh, and the orchestra... they backed her up beautifully with the same 'feeling' - great musicians and conductor with feelings, too. The whole performance was superb = GG would have been proud and pleased as punch, I am sure!
She is the hope of attracting young people to love classical music.
Gershwin captured the essence of the roaring 20s and then he was gone.
She has the best impression of this classical piece out there
Probably debatable, but as an entertainer no one outshines her. Her performance is absolutely top notch.
My mother used to play this, from memory, on her baby Steinway, with me listening at her feet. My first exposure to classical music. I went a different direction (writing). Now, at 73, I've started writing the stuff. You're never too old ;).
your mother probably played better
@@vaxx2007 your mother probably should have educated you in musical appreciation better
The first time I watched this I was dumbstruck at the incredible beauty. I love this piece, and Yuja's interpretation breathes new life into it. She's so passionate and expressive and yet a real virtuoso. And she is very beautiful ... it's not a contradiction, it's a glorious form of serendipity.
Well said! 😊
She’s a very talented Woman , the one and only Yuja Wang !!
Ladies & gentlemen!!🎹
A great interpretation of a favorite piece. Everyone at the top of their form for this.
What a fantastic pianist, I would go as far as saying this is the best performance I have ever heard. Simply mind blowing, (the phrasing) and must add for such a young and talented young musician.
Yuja Wang is uncommonly terrific! The best!!
Yuja caresses, touches and hits all human nerves. So many colors, so many moods. Each phrase its own character. Presenting all accents of the score. And so much more. Caressing the architecture of the piece. Perfect interaction with the orchestra. Challenging and visible tickling the conductor.
Providing infectious fun. Looking for the essentials of the composer. Adding a very convincing contemporary and personal twist. Must have been just arrived from heaven after an intense conversation with Gershwin, also about her own drives..,
The orchestra adores her, a flawless tell.
I have been listening to Rhapsody in Blue since the 1960s. Many recordings and excellent piano players. You are number 1 ! I love your interpretation!
Good for you!
Absolutely sublime!!!!
Listening to this piece by Yuja and the whole orchestra is on a completely different level ! Fantastic.
She plays so flawless and makes it look so easy. A great deal of work. Bravo!!
One of the best interpretations by Yuya Wang
Interesting interpretation. I've been listening to the Rhapsody for over 70 years and heard notes I'd never heard before. Yuja brings enhanced concepts to Gershwin's masterpiece.
Nah, jazz is a lot of things, (and this is mostly a jazz vehicle) but almost never bombastic. Her opening section is simply crude in that regard.
Beautiful! I am sure Gershwin is smiling!
Me too. He's a skeleton, and skeletons have no lips, so he's undoubtedly showing whatever teeth remain on his skull.
Rather revolving in his grave, if ever he had an ear for Jazz (and I am sure he had)
@@ernsthergenbeck872 finally someone who understands. Previn is the king of this piece... she is clearly struggling against her classical education... it is interesting though.
@@alessandrozigliani2615 Thanks. Actually, I think it's not only her. It's rather the whole classical orchestra and high-brow setting that completely sterilizes everything. Sure, they all are technically perfect musicians. But (despite what younger jazzmen and -women are thinking these days) jazz is not about being perfect, but about these little imperfections and unpredictabilities that make the whole experience exciting. Ot at least it was so, when jazz still was something to reckon with (i.e. before it became academic itself). Just compare this to the original recording from 1924, or even the 1945 film version.
@@ernsthergenbeck872 the Wikipedia entry for this piece a most interesting read
I've heard this piece numerous times, but Yuja Wang's performance gave me a new appreciation for it. Truly a most sensitive rendition of it!
Yuja, you make me a perfect end of this day. With your perfect technic on playing and your great interpetation of Gershwin!
I just love how her whole body is playing the music! Beautiful video and music.
Play on Yuja. I love this piece. Have heard it a 100 times, but not like this. Have you all
Noticed how much you can feel, appreciate this music because of the passion in which it is being played!! What a Cambo.. talent and charming personality. ❤️ Love this incredible lady.
Ecstatic, brilliant, stupendous! What a gift we are given to be able to watch and listen to this exquisite piece of music!
Until now, I didn't even believe that aliens were among us.
Since I heard this performance, I even believe in supernaturals!
Also, the Rhapsody in Blue has not particularly impressed me so far.
Only this performance made me perceive what a brilliant composition it is.
But not only Yuja Wang, also the orchestra and conductor perform stunningly here.
An incredibly moving interpretation by all involved!
Hats off!
Yuja definitely comes from outer space.
A work of genius by George Gershwin. It combines Jazz, Blues, Classical, Eastern European Jewish music, and a taste of New York City circa the 1920s.
How can such a slim, graceful, maybe dainty, pixie gal get such expressive power from wood, steel and strings? Perfected technique in all areas. If there was a technique for fingering, changing arm/hand position to the greatest advantage, her technique must come from "On High." She can do anything, vamp, swing, wild cadenzas, authentic stylings in any genre. Two different personalities but she is close pursuit of Martha in their friendly competition. Maybe signaling with her indicator that she is going to pass. She is only 36. I agree, this is the most compelling rendition of this Gershwin great, I've ever heard in 76 years. After dozens upon dozens lending their artistic prowess to the effort. She is a nice person, realizing, it's the music, not the person except the great music is filtered through her. She has revolutionized great piano playing. She looks like she's strolling in the park, without a care. Adds some real spice to "classical" music.
Don’t be weird about it.
This is my favorite 'straight' interpretation of this work. Yuja plays everything she does with such an uncanny authenticity as well as virtuosity that it is impossible to give it the accolade it deserves; we just thank the powers that be could share the planet with such transcendental gifts. Thank you Yuja this was wonderful.
Good point about it being "straight." People should take the time to listen to Cateen's version which is quite remarkable.
What a performance! She was almost dancing to the music at the finale!
I was just blown away. The recording quality with the piano - the absolute musicality of Yuja (notes become compelling melodies, her famously nuanced dynamics, etc!) the conductor and orchestra giving the best interpretation of Gershwin, I can’t give it enough justice. All around musical excellence - like others said -Gershwin would be so happy, I’m thinking.
My goodness, doesn't she ever make a mistake? Incredible.
Why should she make a mistake?
Surely she does since she's human. But I haven't heard one yet.
I'm going to speculate that her level is so high that a "mistake" to her is perfection to the rest of us.
Arguably some of the most beautiful music of all time. Ms. Wang's interpretation is stunning!
Absolutely amazing virtuoso. Her energy, accuracy, ability to control the tempo and strength of music is mesmerizing
Thanks for posting, after I closed my eyes I thought I was flying UNITED again. Miss being in the air.
I love to watch her expression. She is really enjoying herself. Marvelous to be so good at something you love.
Not only is Yuja Wang a magnificent musician, she is a very attractive young woman who plays with great passion and excitement! Bravo!!!
she is exactly as you described - attractive young woman. But then a lot of people connect it with "magnificent musician" while they just like to watch at her :)
YES!!!!
Powerful Yujia!!!
Это потрясающее исполнение, говорит о бесконечном таланте , тонком чувстве к каждому звуку фортепьяно . Привет из Киева .
Yuja Wang's musicality, technique and golden fingers is always enjoyable!
She's having so much fun, this is moving
The best interpretation I've ever heard of Rhapsody!
It's hard to find adequate words to describe her talent, her beauty, her modesty. She gives us so much. How can we, ordinary people, make her a gift? Listen to her and love her with our warmest feelings. That's what we can give her.
Like every other performer what she wants is your money !!
@@wendycarter5718 Poor Wendy Carter! If that is all what you can say about her and her performances, then you are an extremely poor person. Not poor with money, but poor as a person.
@@MrEdgaralain You misunderstand !! She is hugely talented but she is a performer !! Performers perform for financial reward ! Without that monetary incentive she would not have put herself through the many years of arduous training to reach such a level ! But to eulogise her to the point of idolatry is utterly ridiculous .
@@wendycarter5718 I prefer to be ridiculous, instead of beeing bitter.
Beautiful touch, oscillating between romance and dancing in the streets subtly and you can hear every note. You are a class act Ms Wang.
She’s so talented!! What a treasure she is!!
This is an amazing performance; heard "Rhapsody in Blue" like I never heard it before. What God-given talent!
Goose bumps at least four times. Thank you Gershwin and all
La Reine Yuja,The Queen... la musique et le piano incarnés... simplement magnifique
I think in times there is a gift beyond words. I shall try and give HER some kind of words. But I shall fail on opening. This is beyond my explanation. I have played this perhaps a thousand times. Each time is more precious than the next. Ms. Yuja transcends space and time. Delicate and Forceful. Impertinent and Bellicose. Soft and Firm. Demanding and Accepting. Her is the greatest of any human musical endeavor I have had upon my ears. Her rendition of Gershwin tickles my Soul. A fine Thing, for I am individually blessed now in ways She wishes for us to be by her Music. Amazing and Breath-taking. I adore her.
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The Rhapsody is in my top 10 and I have to say that this is about the best interpretation of the piece I have ever heard. It is absolutely magnificent. I'm not sure now who does it better, her or Gerswin's contemporary Oscar Levant. She is that good!
Well she seems to wrap the music round and round, an produces a fascinating and magical mix of herself in the way she plays, each note. And the orchestra are right behind her, pure magic and talent, never heard it played with so much feeling and raw passion, and brilliant score of music.
Great description - her playing is always exciting! You might also like to check out Cateen (Sumino Hayato) who plays music with great artistry in many genres.
Tremenda pianista...Yuja...gracias por existir!!!!!
I had shivers/goosebumps the entire time
A masterpiece. I enjoyed immensely.
Thank you, Yuja, you're great!
I've listened to many versions of Rhapsody in Blue. The first was my father's 78 upon which Benny Goodman played the opening bars on clarinet. The Disney orchestra made a good run at it, but Miss Wang knocks this out of the park. A deft touch, a clear phrase and passion that rocks the whole auditorium. There are two pieces of music upon which I will have no pretenders: Yuja Wang owns Rhapsody in Blue and Nigel Kennedy owns The Four Seasons!
Sublime! Ms Wang just does not know how to disappoint. For me, it's always the clarity that she brings to each individual note - even at breakneck pace.
It’s sublime isn’t it!
Yes for me too. I absolutely fell in love with her unmatched clean and clear articulation of each note, bright and crisp sonority, and the way she moves with the music.
Just loved it, such passion from this young lady.
Quelle interprétation, je ne m'en lasse pas...faire de ce classique conçu initialement pour un jazz-band une oeuvre pleine de sensualité et d'explosion de joie dit l'immense talent de la virtuose de l'émotion qu'est Yuja Wang et la direction sans faille de Lionel Bringuier sur la même longueur d'onde 💕💕💕
Absolutely incredible. What a delight. Yes, Gershwin would have been just thrilled. Humanity is amazing.
Ich kenne sicherlich nicht alle guten Interpretationen der Rhapsody in Blue, doch diese übertrifft in ihrer Musikalität und dem bei aller Einfühlsamkeit explodierenden Lebendigkeit alle mir bekannten Aufführungen.
Vor kurzem bin ich eher zufällig im 3Sat TV auf ihre Open Air Aufführung von Rachmaninows 2. Klavierkonzert gestoßen, absolut fesselnd, vielleicht sogar auf Horowitz Niveau… welch eine begnadete Künstlerin💎