Alexander Malofeev - Interview of Festival «Forever Young Classic» with English subtitles

[@sonusancti]

My mother used to play Rach no. 2, and I've heard many pianists perform it like Anna Fedorova, but for some reason, the way he played it touched me the most. If only my Mom was still around. His Pas de deux from Nutcracker is also brilliant. More power to you Alexander! Don't forget to thank our Lord for your great gift. Моя мама играла в «Рах №1». 2, и я слышал, как многие пианисты исполняют ее, как Анна Федорова, но почему-то больше всего меня тронуло то, как он ее сыграл. Лишь бы мама была рядом. Его Pas de deux из «Щелкунчика» тоже великолепен. Сил тебе Александр! Не забудьте поблагодарить нашего Господа за ваш великий дар.

[@stevearnold8467]

Such a humble and thoughtful young man, and an incredible talent.

[@carmelarugel4722]

Alexander, you are a gift from Heaven to all mankind. May God bless you and keep you well.😇

[@mensabs]

Such a beautiful soul in a young genius. He works hard, his heart is dedicated to music. He should be a model for young men.

[@pghagen]

Alexander is the new musical angel in our world. May he stay the same as he is now.👏🎹🙏, Thanks for sharing these precious moments Eve Wong.👏

[@veras2176]

Гений, это талант, помноженный на великий труд, дарующий безупречный вкус, рождающий огромную симпатию к такому Человеку!!! Браво, Александр!!!

[@user-ui7gw8mn9f]

How can these 5 people NOT like this extremely talented youngman?

[@evewong3221]

I also wonder 😂

[@НеверюНеверов-я4ф]

Это счатье, слушать, как Александр играет... Не меньшее счастье слушать, как Александр рассказывает о музыке... Спасибо.

[@miguellehman6951]

Thank you Alexander...how lucky the world is to have such a talented young man as you..we love your music and wish you love and success for now and the future.. at age 19 you have been such a beautiful pianist ..please keep on your wonderful career and we will listen to you forever xxx

[@michaelearendil6843]

Why did I only see this video now?! It is so helpful to read Alexander's conversation in English -- thank you! I am struck by his presence of confidence and great knowledge, yet in a humble demeanor. The young Mr Malofeev is indeed filled with grace from Creator. I wish him more and more success and beauty in his life.

[@evewong3221]

Yes,exactly! The confidence with grace,just awesome!

[@marlarosen2487]

Oh my gosh, Alexander looks so angelic here! He speaks angelic also AND he plays piano like an angel! Wow, he is for real, right?

[@evewong3221]

He’s a gift sent from god. Absolutely angelic ❤️

[@marlarosen2487]

@@evewong3221 Oh yes, I agree!

[@cliveroberts2875]

How wonderful to have Alexander with English subtitles. Thank you. Even more amazing now I understand what he is saying! 🤗

[@evewong3221]

It’s really a pleasure to know his thoughts. As people said,he’s intelligent and humble. He’s too precious. 💕

[@cliveroberts2875]

Yes I agree Eva He is very precious indeed! I thank you for bringing new videos and pictures of him. Wish we could meet him!

[@evewong3221]

@@cliveroberts2875 I just hope the lockdown will come to an end ASAP. And the live will not be canceled anymore! Just imagine how wonderful it would be!

[@cliveroberts2875]

Oh yes eve indeed. I hope one day he will come to U.K.! It’s a shame he doesn’t have an appreciation site of his own so he knew how much people truly think he is amazing and love him like we do! You seem to have amazing pictures of him. How?

[@neilrusbridger2758]

Such wise words on young shoulders and topped with sublime musicality. Truly gifted. Thank you @evewong for sharing

[@brunoschubert864]

Magnificent! beautiful! Incredibly Masterfull! Much Love from Canada Monsieur!

[@Океара]

Какая красота эта его кротость! Будет ли она всегда или это только спутник его юности? Будем любоваться пока она есть.

[@punchwilliamson8383]

There is such an enviable poise to this man. Music is second nature. Performance appears to be a pleasure and interfacing with people just a part of life. My great hope is that he has the opportunity to experience all that life can offer him. Bravo. Let's hope he can travel again soon.

[@richardgray6313]

He is a hero

[@richardgray6313]

He’s a hero

[@202rrlowe]

He is a remarkable musician and pianist and evidentially he has a gift for conversation. would that I could listen and understand Russian in addition to music..

[@richardgray6313]

@@202rrlowe very worthy of you sir

[@budwhistler]

Such a wonderful interview! Love this guy! I love his attitude, his outlook and his self-confidence! He.Is.The.Best!

[@richardpodnar5039]

I am delighted to see this interview with English subtitles. I just shared this on my Facebook timeline and encourage all his fans to do the same with their own social media accounts. Spread the word far and wide!

[@maritamcdonough5777]

I just posted his Rach 3 on my Facebook timeline. But, wouldn't it be good to have a group of us who are ardent fans be able to talk with each other? I'd love that.

[@CSRookie]

Alexander, 43 year old music teacher here who has been exploring what's going on in the performing music world lately...... discovering musicians such as Bruno Phillippe and yourself has been wonderful. What talent and look forward to hearing more. I'm definitely learning a lot!! Cheers from the U.S.

[@exildoc]

You mention two names I have only recently come across and whose art have utterly impressed me. May I add one other name of this generation, a baritone name of Aeneas Humm. How wonderful to witness such young performers of such quality!

[@holymoses5590]

Oh my gosh, this is so sweet! Thank you so much to the lady that translated this for us and thank you, Eve, for all your work in creating this amazing upload! Isn't Alexander just the most precious pianist in the world with such a sweet demeanor, so kind, intelligent, and talent oozing from those beautiful fingers of his. What a joy and a gift for us to be able to see and hear this blessed young man during these uncertain times of recovery from the pandemic. Thank you again!

[@evewong3221]

He's too precious! And now I understand why he could be so calm,so relax,so confident,also so sensitive to perform since a very young age. He really has a big heart and high EQ.

[@rinosquarzoni9438]

Oggi e sicuramente uno dei più grandi pianisti del mondo.

[@denniscash4072]

Thank you for posting. The translation is so helpful. I would love to see this man play live!!!

[@evewong3221]

We all love to see his live! 😆

[@marlarosen2487]

@Dennis Cash - any relation to Johnny Cash? LOL

[@denniscash4072]

@@marlarosen2487 Yes.

[@marlarosen2487]

@@denniscash4072 Wow, you lucky! What an amazing man, Johnny Cash...the boy named Sue. lol

[@denniscash4072]

@@marlarosen2487 I must admit that I am NOT related to Johnny, but I have listened to so much of his music that I often feel like a member of his family. I have been asked the same question on so many occasions, and I always smile. I will never be the talent that the man in black was, but I can always try. Have a wonderful evening, @Mary Lynn. If it is fitting, I hope you have a wonderful Mother's Day. Take care and be well.

[@cecile-petit]

I love him❤️

[@luigigiovanelli8929]

Sasha ha una maturità sorprendente, artistica e umana. Il mio pianista preferito al mondo ! ❤️

[@evewong3221]

He’s a blessing! ❤️

[@maritamcdonough5777]

A mi, tambien.

[@holymoses5590]

I like the addition of the angel wings in the photo for the youtube link!! They truly suit him perfectly! 😉

[@evewong3221]

He’s our music angel 👼,isn’t he? Very suitable for him😁

[@holymoses5590]

@@evewong3221 indeed he is! 😇🎶😇🎹

[@leninakartasheva8125]

Я так рада,читая комментарии, видеть как люди Мира объединяются в едином порыве - мнении о нашем великом музыканте- Миротворце Александре..и кажется мне, а вернее уверенна в том, что Он своим невероятно гениальным исполнением великих мастеров музыки закодовывает* всех нас на Любовь, Надежду и Веру в Добро и Мир на всей Планете. ❤

[@pghagen]

I totally agree with you! This modest young man could reunite the entire world! Every note he plays , made me cry, but also happy.🥰

[@SimonAZ]

Thanks for the translation. I hope his recordings become more widely available. I enjoy his Medtner sonata remiscenza so much on KZbin however the stupid cellphone that goes off in the beginning is a challenge every time I listen ... Anyway, Alex chooses such interesting music or makes the music more interesting. A joy and comfort during this pandemic.

[@evewong3221]

I can listen to that sonata all day long and I've got used to that ring tones.😄 Thanks to Alexander. I listen to a lot of music I don’t hear before. He has good taste on music. But it’s also my hope that he plays more widely. I have many favorite pieces expecting him to play! 😂 P.S. Next month there will be new repertoire coming. Let’s look forward for this!

[@ElyesGabelFanSitebyMon]

Perfect !!!! Thank you so much for sharing this

[@robertkukuczka6946]

Dzięki za ten wywiad.

[@4Topwood]

Thank you!

[@nanazpineapple580]

OKAY BUT I REALLY NEED HIM TO BE ON SPOTIFY 😩💖

[@jgroot5617]

zo mooi Alexander speelt dit is altijd intens genieten ik kijk er altijd naar uit en ben blij met de engelse ondertiteling

[@wyndhamclampett]

🇬🇧 Thank you so much for the subtitles

[@sakuraitomoko7402]

Thank you for uploading the English translation！

[@teresaloureiro2525]

beautiful , sascha mio . and the medtner came great . again .

[@emilyhutjes]

Hello Alex. Greetings from The Netherlands ! ( you are getting so tall ! )

[@emilyhutjes]

@evewong Thank you Mrs. Wong for posting. (The Netherlands-EU)

[@SteveFarmerMusic]

❤!!!!!! I love Alexander 💘

[@evewong3221]

Be still my heart!! Is it?😁

[@SteveFarmerMusic]

@@evewong3221 YES!!!!!!! It is!!! I'll admit it!! haha 😄💞 He's beautiful... His face, his music, and his heart. I was born in the wrong time and place 😁 But... at least I can see and listen to Alexander here on KZbin 😊

[@evewong3221]

@@SteveFarmerMusic You’re honest😁 It’s a big blessing for all of us to meet him on KZbin!!

[@cliveroberts2875]

You have impeccable taste!

[@789armstrong]

Alexander's Medtner is stunning. I am looking forward to his take on Rachmaninoff's 1st Sonata.

[@evewong3221]

This month end there will be Rachmaninoff piano concerto no.1! 💕

[@789armstrong]

@@evewong3221 My absolute favorite! I hope the conductor lets us hear the triangle in the last movement which was inspired by the triangle in Liszts Concerto #1, which was in Rachmaninoff's repertoire when he revised his own 1st Concerto.

[@evewong3221]

@@789armstrong Liszt piano concerto no.1 will come in May. ! Is it wonderful?!

[@789armstrong]

@@evewong3221 Yes, Alexander has an expansive repertoire designed to reach a wide audience.

[@maritamcdonough5777]

I didn't know Medtner before I heard Sasha play him. Now, I have a new (to me) composer whose music I love.

[@СветланаШацилло-ъ6н]

Храни Вас бог, Сашенька.

[@francescopiras7180]

Alexander a Cagliari sei stato bravissimo. Ritorna. Il maestro Pletnev lo conoscono tutti. Anche lui vorremmo rivedere a Cagliari. Di Medtner conosco le sonate eseguite da Hamelin.

[@2204vera]

Прекрасные ответы.

[@holymoses5590]

I'm back for another listen and I notice his program for this event included pieces he's not played before...or at least are not on youtube, one being the Rach sonata no.1. Looking forward to hearing them when he can upload them.

[@evewong3221]

Yes,there are more new repertoires coming as per his website announced. Next month there will be Rachmaninoff piano concerto no.1! Let’s look forward for some teasers.

[@holymoses5590]

@@evewong3221 Yayyy! Thanks, Eve!

[@philipsmith3084]

I asked him (on facebook) to add the Rach Sonata #1 about a year ago. I am so happy that he will play it ... my favorite.

[@philipsmith3084]

@@evewong3221 This was on his concert schedule before it changed because of the pandemic.

[@evewong3221]

@@philipsmith3084 We can taste a few here kzbin.info/www/bejne/aJTJao2mmrGaras

[@nessieness5433]

This piano has a gorgeous sound and of course A.M. is playing which makes all the difference too.

[@Маргарита-л4м]

❤👏

[@ЕленаБ-л3ь]

Повзрослел, какой милый, скромный!

[@TheEdie1958]

Reminiscent of Romanian prodigy George's Enescu a composer of four symphonies Romanian Rhapsodies at sixteen, pianist, music arranger. Thus pay homage International George's Enescu festival. Stay inspired and conceptual artist bring a peak musical experience.

[@tedphillips2501]

Wow !

[@oswaldodigiorgi7876]

Genius

[@georgenorris2657]

I heard Alexander play the 2nd sonata of Rachmaninov but he mentions here that he has also played the 1st sonata which I love very much. Is there any chance that he will upload a performance of this sonata?

[@evewong3221]

Hello George,the available 1st sonata was performed in Lucerne on 29 May. It was steaming live in real time. I have no idea if Alexander will upload it or not,but there’re fans uploaded it on social media. If you have an Instagram account, I will tell you where could see.

[@georgenorris2657]

@@evewong3221 Thank you! My instagram in Praxiteles777.

[@evewong3221]

@@georgenorris2657 I has sent the link to your account. Please check your inbox.

[@pianistka7146]

👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@danielfavre7741]

e daniel:I would like this conversation between Alex and them be subtitled in english.

[@evewong3221]

It’s already subtitled.

[@cliveroberts2875]

I am a real fan of Alexander and such humility he has. Love him and his talent. Glad you do too

[@evewong3221]

@@cliveroberts2875 He’s too precious ❤️

[@danielfavre7741]

e daniel: eve wong,sorry but until now (06/06/2021) I can't see the subtitles.Greetins from Argentina.

[@danielfavre7741]

e daniel: Clive Roberts,some time ago I don't write here.I feel happy you keep on doing it.I totally agree with your comment about Alex.Greetins from Argentina.

[@cynthcorcor126]

❤️ 💜

[@parisbudapest]

Divin Sasha

[@kevpendle2459]

Should we all just step back....give him space to blossom/develop in his own way,and in his own time. I think he suffers from shyness. Let's not make him retreat even more into his performances...... Which give him something to do with his hands!! Should he perhaps take a 1-2year break from performing so he can become a more rounded,confident adult. Should we leave be?

[@evewong3221]

If you read his interview of Music life 2020,you will understand that what he suffers a lot is this long break due to the Covid. It’s a kind of torment that he can’t express his feelings through the live. Maybe someday he will take a break as he said any creative person needs time to stop.

[@maritamcdonough5777]

What I see is that Alexander is confident and easy in everyday conversation. It is different when he is expressing himself in his music. Creativity can go to very deep levels that are simply not reached in normal human concourse. What art is all about? Expression that can be reached in no other way. Sasha's depth in his music making comes from a different realm. He shows us deep soul in his performances. And we are drawn. That he can go to those places and then come out and have an everyday conversation tells me that he is a healthy young man. And yay for that! I love both sides. But what compels me the most is where he takes me with his music. Thank you, Alexander.

[@PETERJOHN101]

It amuses me how they hope to find his fears and phobias. What a negative set of questions. They are apparently not accustomed to someone whose performance art derives from good character as opposed to neurosis. For answers to such questions, they will need to look in a mirror.

[@4Topwood]

I don't think they meant they questions to be negative, they are just very naive. They simply cannot conceive of his level of genius and technical virtuosity. On a more prosaic level, they probably aren't too aware of muscle memory and the confidence that endless hours of practice give one.

[@rogerclark3229]

Mr Brandall - You have completely misunderstood the nature of this interview. The two adults are respectful and in awe of Alexander! They ask sensible questions although you seem unaware of this... As for ANN EDWARDS... She, too, is patronizing. They are not 'very naive' as she falsely claims. Most people are not blessed with fabulous memories or concert pianists. So you know everything. Well, well, well! These two interviewers have done a good job, but Brandal and Edwards are too arrogant and insensitive to realise it and stupidly take offence when none is intended. People like this are a menace on the internet.

[@4Topwood]

@@rogerclark3229 I think their questions about concertizing were naive--not surprisingly. Unless you are a concert performer or keenly interested in one, you probably don't understand how such performers approach concertizing. For you to respond to my very mild, sensible comment by calling me patronizing, arrogant, insensitive, stupid and a menace is unhinged.

[@rogerclark3229]

Ann Edwards if you don't understand why it is insulting to call two polite TV interviewers 'naive' then you are completely insensitive. They live in the far north of Russia - I think their city is within the Arctic Circle - hardly a world centre for sophisticated culture. But they have sufficient knowledge and intelligence to recognize a genius when they see and hear one. So you have some specialized knowledge of classical music. So what? Don't be such a snob. They asked reasonable questions that most people would like to ask a person with remarkable talent. This is an interview aimed at a general audience - like most TV interviews - not specialists. If you had any knowledge of broadcasting you would know this.

[@donnasyms7873]

@@4Topwood I wish you wouldn't use the term "concertizing". There's no such verb in English as "to concertize" It seems to me to be an unnecessary American neologism, when we already have a perfectly good term - "to perform in concert". There are many who would like to jump down your throat for saying "concertize", and consider that it lessens your own credibility.

[@thatonedude690]

Which language is this?

[@КастусьСтолярчук]

Russian

[@scp3178]

@@КастусьСтолярчук *LOL* That's even evident from Aleksander's (like russians write his name Alexander in cyrillic letters) name: Malofeev.