3rd mov. of Violin Concerto by Alma Deutscher (9)

Violin concerto composed by Alma Deutscher (9). 3rd movement:
Allegro vivace e scherzando. Recording from June 2015:
Israel Philharmonic Orchestra, Roni Porat, conductor, Alma Deutscher, violin.
Alma played on a 3/4 size French violin restored by Luthier Amnon Weinstein, and on a 3/4 bow by Albert Nürnberger on loan by Daniel Schmidt. Sound: Eshel Studios

[@JohnPratt95]

its amazing to watch her play the solos, but then you realize all of the other instruments are playing music *she wrote* and she's listening to her imagination play out behind her and its incredible

[@algrand52]

John Pratt mind-blown!

[@dennisramenaden3089]

How amazing!

[@Unknown-tl5ts]

She’s such an inspirational woman

[@beambaapol]

I guess that’s why she is smiling so happily

[@bvgaboo3572]

it's beautiful how she looks so happy and in love while playing her music.

[@syzygy5]

And she says that to her performing is fun.

[@YSKim-fn3sy]

That is why she will change the world.

[@louisegogel7973]

@@YSKim-fn3sy ❤❤❤❤❤

[@SamBorgman]

WHAT! She composed this? I just saw her for the first time with Amira in a video playing piano and she plays violin this well and composed this!!!?? My mind is blown!! This is the most fun piece of orchestral music I've ever heard and it just shows the kind of innocent mind it comes from. This is unreal man!!

[@tinagroves7937]

if you have the chance you must see her live . Alma is a dream come true look up Alma and Amira .

[@SamBorgman]

Tina Groves Yes I found Amira first then saw a thing they did together, so found Alma and I just can't believe she is real!

[@StuartSimon]

The most remarkable thing is that at her age she seems to know not only the relation of key areas in music composed in the common practice period but also how to modulate without making it too obvious. Most music I've heard in new music forums either refuses to modulate or modulates very awkwardly. Not this piece, which promises and delivers with perfect dramatic timing everything promised by dramatic timing.

[@SamBorgman]

Stuart Simon So true, well said! I totally felt that but didn't have the words to explain it.

[@olisfer1]

Sam Borgman Alma truly amazing if you take a look at www,almadeutscher.com you will see the video Alma and Amira is he tip of the iceberg The world premiere of Cinderella her first full opera took place on the 29th December 2016 and was amazing . can I ask you to vote for Alma in the classic fm hall of fame www.classicfm.com

[@Fuliginosus]

I love that she smiles as she plays.

[@lescox8667]

This little sweet and gentle child is already not just a great composer, pianist and violinist, she i, as she proves everytime she speaks, one of the worlds wisest people and a human who has beauty and love in her heart to such a dgree that there is simply no room for ugly and hate.

[@marvinc999]

les cox - "one of the worlds wisest people and a human who has beauty and love in her heart to such a dgree that there is simply no room for ugly and hate." And THAT is a very wise remark in itself !

[@Pyllolla]

les cox she is a superior being indeed

[@marvinc999]

Pyllola - "she is a superior being indeed" Indeed she is. And how it upsets the Little Minds.......................... What's NOT to like about his charming, lovely, super-talented Soul ?

[@ailsaquantrill2392]

les cox dude, you have commented sp many times. Yes, shes amazing, but seriously?

[@hugod327]

No she is not one of the wisest. She is still a kid. Even if she talks like a old lady

[@lescox8667]

Just watched the full opera 'Cinderella' composed by this little genius. I said earlier she could become one of the greatest composers. AT her age even Rossini and Verdi couldn't do what she has done. I am in a state of shock (coupled with joy).

[@albertlwj]

I think you should chill a little with your overly-exaggerated praise. Rossini and Verdi were pioneers of the italian style of Opera, this girl is just imitating styles and has no distinct personality of her own. one of the greatest composers? give me a break

[@byonbill9499]

Albert Lin - Were talking about a ten year old child in this video. She is learning at a phenomenal pace. All genius's learn from others, the masters you referred to included, they didn’t start out with their finest works. You're really quite inconsiderate of the talent and beautiful music she has produced up to now.

[@MrDaiseymay]

And what have you been doing in the music world, that qualifies you to pass comment at all ??

[@francinedelbrel3287]

La voix de Dieu...

[@jamestribble1]

Albert Lin. Let me see you try to emulate HER with your own composition! She has, for her age, talent not seen in our world in over a century...

[@golden.lights.twinkle2329]

Not a hint of nervousness or trepidation. Truly astonishing and magical.

[@susankang6995]

The way she cheers for the conductor and orchestra even after they’re done playing her concerto. She’s remarkable. A once in several lifetimes type of gift. Hope to see much more of her in the coming years.

[@louisegogel7973]

Have you been watching Alma’s most recent step into the musical world as conductor of her own music?

[@gloriarangott8803]

@Louise Gogel Yes, I watched that...she's such a wonderful special gift to the world....a true prodigy....WAYYYY beyond merely gifted ❤️ ♥️ 💖 💕

[@markhamill988]

.......I don't want to insult any violinists, but Alma is different of all the prodigies this world has seen. Composing THIS at a YOUNG AGE?! Now, that's... just... whoa! Seriously, I know there are great violinists that can play really well, but her playing this concerto and COMPOSING THIS at THIS AGE?! You know, we don't have talents like this nowadays. Yes, it takes very very hard work, but this concerto in a young age?! The world should start watching out for her because she is really good. I hope great musicians would listen to what she composes because it's just so MIND BLOWING!? I really want to go to her concerts now!

[@Danhan12341]

She's basically a young Beethoven in this Era.

[@Soytu19]

Yes i was impressed as well, the music sounds really good. It's amazing. This is something new, yes. There we have a modern female Mozart, it's curious for me that this time it was a female. The world have never seen something like this, isn't it?

[@saegertownarealibrary4355]

From what I've read, Mozart's sister could have rivaled him in ability, at least in playing, but attitudes of the time period would not allow her the fame and success of her brother. She did play with him when they were younger.

[@peaceharmony4115]

The only comparisons I know of are Mozart and Mendelssohn... which is saying a lot.

[@keithtinkler4073]

I just saw in a newspaper a link and a clip from a play about Nannerl - Mozart's older sister. Didn't keep the link - but the play is being done in several languages and in different countries.

[@keithtinkler4073]

“To me real freedom arrives when the artist’s creative instincts can function without limitation and without consciousness of technical means.” G. Peterdi 1959

[@copernicus633]

She plays unencumbered by limitations of technique, nervousness, or ego. She seems almost a divine spirit, that only incidentally occupies a body.

[@mathildewesendonck7225]

Thats basically transcendence

[@pa1189j]

This young lady is about to have her 3 act opera performed in Vienna. The only person that can come close to claiming that honour is Mozart. But she is herself, no clone.

[@sadams12345678]

+pa1189j I thought CINDERELLA was only 2 acts.

[@keithtinkler4073]

The publicity available for the Vienna performances on Facebook mentions one Intermission - suggesting two acts - but possible longer than the existing version.

[@sargossgolek699]

2 HOURS!!!!!!!!!

[@akwadtypoyt8649]

pa1189j she also gets more attention because this was more common back in mozarts day. Mozart's music was perfect but alma still needs work. This song was sort of redundant for that she played a variation of a melody while other instruments took over which isn't the best thing but it's still to a level of extraordinary.

[@akwadtypoyt8649]

pa1189j think about it. There was more competition for Mozart in his day. Now there aren't a lot of composers that make operas now day

[@pazuzu1072]

At 1:44 she even makes a very subtle, but at the same time a very clear and remarkable reference to the Mozart's last concerto (No. 27), and NOBODY else seems to have realized that!!!! She is VERY good!!!! I watch her concertos every single day and I frequently catch myself whistling their melodies when I'm distracted making something, cooking, walking on street, taking a shower, etc!!!

[@jimwinchester339]

I've studied and played that piece a bit. I don't see the connection there. Are you sure you didn't mean 1:14? And, which movement of #27 are you referring to?

[@RWBHere]

To everyone comparing Alma Deutscher to some long dead, not resurrected previous musician or composer: No; this young lady _is_ Alma Deutscher. Why do people have to deny the fact that a prodigy stands in their own right, not as a so-called 'second'? That's denigrating the person, whilst also detracting from the previous composer, almost presuming that they could have been better. She is the 'first', as is any other prodigy or genius. Let her develop along her own path, without shoe-horning her into some imagined previous person's blazed trail. Please, simply enjoy her art, styles and capabilities while she is here. Celebrate it, and don't risk bypassing her; missing out on something truly special.

[@MOGGS1942]

Just heard this young lady interviewed on BBC. I couldn't believe what I was hearing when they played a part of this piece. Remarkable. Let's hope she doesn't burn out.

[@litonadventurer5119]

moggs wait until puberty hits lmao

[@Unknown-tl5ts]

She’s still composing beautiful music. Her siren piece is one of my favorite classical waltzes and pieces in general

[@jefft6802]

She won't burn out. A beacon of light that is this bright can never be extinguished.

[@skippymagrue]

She composed and played this and she is still using a 3/4 size violin. That's amazing!

[@michaelsedgwick4418]

This piece by Alma Deutscher is so beautiful that I played it twice and it brought tears to my eyes. She is incredible

[@ChickensAndGardening]

What joy! Her parents must be incredibly proud. My own daughter is close to Alma's age, plays a 3/4 violin, and is my own joy (though is more of a "normal" violin student, working her way through Suzuki Book 4)! Each child is a treasure in his or her own way. Alma was gifted with these special talents, and is sharing them with the world; we are all therefore blessed. May every parent allow their children to blossom like this, and the world would surely be a better place.

[@frankhagenbucher2675]

À distance et avec une admiration oscillant entre ahurissement et interrogation devant ce don à l'état pur, cette grâce et cette expressivité, j'ai écouté et visionné Alma Deutscher depuis son âge tendre. C'est ici, maintenant, au-delà des mots et de toute considération sur la musique ou l'enfance, que j'en ressens une dimension hors du commun, celle qui nous interpelle et tisonne joliment le meilleur de chacun....

[@luvindaopera111]

She's 10, folks! T E N and has done so much and so beautifully! Thank God for the joy in the midst of the "rest" through this wunderkind! Thank you, Alma! Thank you IPO! Wow!!!!

[@keithtinkler4073]

well - she is now 11 (last Feb I think), but 10 when she played it

[@theomathien2726]

luvindaopera111

[@theomathien2726]

luvindaopera111

[@cliveplank8620]

what confidence this young girl has in her gift to be able to accompany a full orchestra composed of various musicians of years standing and play like a seasoned professional and the whole piece was composed by herself. I love the glimpses of pleasure and sheer enjoyment she gets when she performs.

[@Seeyoli]

people like her restore my faith in the younger generations. it's not completely corrupt and people aren't all couch potatoes... yet.

[@lilacosmanthus]

But she's like, what, one in a billion?

[@johnfree5749]

hahaha so true.

[@edgoudreau2267]

Indigo Osmanthus - or rarer. I bet Alma herself doesn't know this or doesn't care. She just happily does her prodigious thing. Fine with me!

[@eiclan]

This young composer,young player is in the zone. She is seeing the music as she wrote it envelop her. She is making love to the music and her instrument. While she is playing and listening she is in a place where very few of us will ever go,it is as if God is reaching into her soul and guiding her. Brought me to tears

[@70mjc]

She has found the ability to tether into the ether at will. Such a rare gift, shared by our greatest artists

[@olisfer1]

+70mjc may I please ask the huge favour will you please go classic FM Hall of Fame in the UK I vote for almaz music you only have until Sunday this week please do this she's truly amazing Andaz Alma fan who has seen her perform live she deserves all the support her fans will give thank you in advance please share and encourage others to vote and share and maybe take a look at Alma and Amira thank you

[@eiclan]

done!

[@olisfer1]

+eiclan this Alma fan thanks you have a amazing day and take a look at Alma and Amira.

[@ngocminhle524]

eiclan d

[@vesteel]

I've seen countless music prodigies but this girl is just out of this world. She truly has talent.

[@ashleydurand9480]

I am so blown away! The passion in her eyes and pride for her work is absolutely touching! What a gift!

[@jamesruckman4294]

How can you not watch her face when she's not playing? She's quite wonderful.

[@guyski666]

Such a gifted little human. Logic cannot explain how she became so gifted and talented.

[@lescox8667]

Whats wrong with us Brits, why is this girl not featured in the Classic FM Hall Of Fame.

[@keithtinkler4073]

Elgar wasn't recognized in England until he had been lauded in Germany - anyone see a pattern here?

[@Dazkil]

Exactly i only know of her from watching imagine on iPlayer yet surely she should be celebrated in UK

[@LHudsonARTLIFTS]

Agreed, Britain is more obsessed with putting 'British' rappers like stormyz in the public eye. She should be cherished for the gift that she is, a british legend in the making!

[@return2earthvideochannel]

You are right about us 'Brits'. If you watched the Alan Yentob documentary he was obviously uncomfortable being in the presence of such a talented and beautiful musician - he looked miserable and was totally the wrong choice of interviewer. Unfortunately millions of British TV viewers would prefer to watch the so called 'X Factor' shows complete with an audience of screaming morons that promote very forgettable, 'one minute wonder' performances. Alma is far too talented - and wise - to even consider taking part in any kind of competition. Classic FM, the BBC and other broadcasters are too politically correct and cannot find the right 'label' to describe a young girl from Dorking that produces such wonderful music. The fact that her Father is from Israel might be a factor???

[@Spitfire-zx7rj]

she had orchestrated cinderlella play in vienna at the age of 11. doesnt matter what the world said, the kid is freaking prodigy, everyone who know her or even heard of her would agree to that

[@frecklebear2682]

I was 13 when I discovered Alma and I thought she was great, now I'm 14 and decided to look properly at what she has done. I think she might even be better than Mozart was at her age (from what I have read). She seems to understand the complexity and emotions of classical music whoch I don't really understand, I just feel the emotions as I play and spend hours just composing a very short piece. I used to say 'Nothing is Impossible', only half believing it. I used to think a girl like Alma was impossible, composing such wonderful works at such a young age. Alma has taught me that really, nothing is impossible, and that has given me hope. She has given me hope for mankind.CancelPost

[@Davidzxcv1]

+Freckle Bear Mmm but Mozart born fist. Its not a joke.

[@sadams12345678]

+Aven cyghfer ALMA IS A COMPOSER, SHE WROTE THE PIECE SHE'S PLAYING IN THIS VIDEO, that therefore makes her a composer.

[@shermansmart4369]

What do you mean that Alma is not a composer? Where did her violin concerto come from, or the piece for symphony orchestra "Dance of the Solent Mermaids" or the two operas, the piano sonata, the string quartets and the trios? They must have just sprung out of thin air. Do you even know what the word "composer means?" Oh yes, there are the variations for piano, and the Andante for Violin and piano, the first movements of a violin sonata, a viola sonata, and piano concerto, the song "The Night Before Chritmas" and the Impromptu improvisation for the people of Paris. Yes, you are right. Alma is a virtuoso but she definitely is a composer also.

[@quelorepario]

+Aven cyghfer everything in this video was composed by alma

[@herbertbielefelder341]

Nope. Nobody is gonna come close to Mozart.

[@highcking]

The brilliance of the music and glorious talent of the performer/composer can hardly be captured in words. Imagine hearing such classical music composed fresh and new in our own day! I would never have expected this to happen in my lifetime.

[@MidNightStudiosFilms]

What makes this so fantastic is its originality and creativity, unlike other modern composers Alma is not yet broken by the "intellectual stupidity" of our age. This is better than anything since the 19th century.

[@peaceharmony4115]

Well said.

[@theomathien2726]

MidNightStudios

[@nancyuphamlivingston8906]

Amen!

[@kln9646]

I agree with TEGDHaze. Beethoven tried to reach sublimity in his music by adding his taste to his music. His bombastic and excessively long orchestras serve as satire to the Mozartean standard. Similarly to Shostakovich's mockery of the Romantic era with his excessively long orchestras. Early Beethoven was overshadowed by Mozart and Later romantic composers were overshadowed by late Beethoven. Try asking a nonmusically historical person and see if they recognize Offenbach or Herlioz. If she is to become famous and everlasting, her music is bound to change greatly. I find that the majority of modern composers who compose in a Mozartean style are never successful to be recognized.

[@olisfer1]

MidNightStudios please will you share a link to the classic fm hall of fame and ask for people to vote for Almas music www.classicfm.com

[@pammize1389]

The cutest COMPOSER & CONCERTO EVER!!!!! This concerto sound like some disney's soundtrack.

[@pituckk]

Like computer based composer

[@davehshs651]

+Napattra Jira Many classical music lovers would NOT consider comparing her music to a Disney soundtrack a *compliment* (although I gather that you meant it as such).:-)

[@gillianbenning3650]

Napattra Jiraa

[@truthhurts8996]

Napattra Jira I was about to comment that

[@Zippsters]

As I watch Alma I can she that every atom of her being dances with joy at the sounds she's been gifted with. She is moving in every fibre of her being in rythmn with the notes she plays. How awesome to hear the sweetness of this composition and to see the joy in her young face.

[@peaceharmony4115]

Lovely! And to have written this at such a young age! Not to mention the obvious joy with which she plays... Simply miraculous! My congratulations to Alma Deutscher, and to her parents, who have obviously raised her well.

[@drahcirnevarc9152]

How to be both an utter genius and a completely normal little girl. I must say that her violin concerto sounds perfectly sublime.

[@kirkdoray3393]

She is a big little messenger of innocence and happiness and clarity.

[@ToLovelyJesus]

I was already impressed by her playing, but I'm even more blown away by the fact that she composed it! Wow!

[@andrejeisenherz2251]

Bravo !Solche Kinder sind Bestes was unsere Welt erbracht hat!

[@lescox8667]

IWhen I first heard this I simply could not believe that one so young could play it let alone compose the thing. This child is sensational, the fact that she comes from Woking is one massive reason to be proud of this country. What a fantastic future this little one has got. Given the correct guidance, and allowed to still be s child and grow up at her own pace, she could become one of the greatest composers of all time along with the likes of Haydn, Shumann and Brahms.

[@shermansmart4369]

Another famous resident of Dorking, Surrey was the English composer Ralph Vaughan-Williams.

[@georgeprime2249]

She does not need guidance. She is fine just as she is.

[@Visitkarte]

She has the most loving and nurturing family anyone could wish for. Beautiful.

[@Visitkarte]

George Prime but of course she needs guidance and she has it. No one composes full 4 act opera just by natural talent alone.

[@ras105]

Yes, Dorking.

[@musicfan238able]

I hope the conductor was aware, and fully appreciated, all those beautiful smiles he was getting

[@jepz11]

Alma boggles my mind. Looking at her face I see a playing child yet also a wisdom I can't possibly perceive. What to Alma is just being herself, is a miracle to me.

[@christopherlouisosborne8032]

+jepz11 The very fact that we exist is also a miracle. When we see what a child can do if they are given a chance surely makes us yearn to live forever, in order to enjoy life with them.If you were to look into the Bible you will read that death is an enemy which is to be brought to nothing, then followed by a ressurection or re-creation. This will mean that you can actually meet Mozart or Maria Callas etc. right here in the flesh. The Earth is our home after all. Be like Alma, dare to dream.

[@suegha]

It's not just amazing that she plays so well, it's amazing that she composed this! Also, even the 3/4 size violin looks huge. She is surely a great talent for the future. A future I look forward to! :)

[@russellgibson5013]

Oh my oh my oh my The most beautiful thing to see A composer a violinist a pianist Just came across this site unreal just astounding. Warms my heart.

[@theomathien2726]

Russell Gibson

[@olisfer1]

Russell Gibson god morning Russell I hope you don't mind me asking will you vote for this wonderful young lady in the classic fm hall of fame voting starts Friday 20th January it would be amazing if you would please follow this link www.classicfm.com

[@pammize1389]

OMG!! She is unbelieveable!! She will be world's legend!!! Look at her finger movement and her song is really good and fun. She has emotional in classical music and she COMPOSED this beautiful aria by HERSELF. I try to compose my song too but i can't compare my song to Alma. She is legend!! ( i'm 14 yrs from thailand and i study electone in yamaha music school)

[@litonadventurer5119]

Wait until her puberty hits lmao

[@Visitkarte]

Liton Adventurer I think she grows so loved and protected from ugliness of the world that her puberty will be more a maturing than rebellious process.

[@litonadventurer5119]

Visitkarte That sounds like overprotected. And we all know nothing's good gonna come out of overprotection. But hey, we dunno her life. Time will tell.

[@wanhuasun3611]

Napattra Jira i

[@MrDaiseymay]

get yourself a skipping rope, it's what Alma swings around while she skips in her garden. then the 'melodies ' come into her head.

[@emilyemily689]

Her music is absolutely amazing!!!She is not like the other 'prodigies' who only knows how to play really quickly but unevenly. She truly has the talent and the skills to be addressed as a prodigy.

[@stevendavis2122]

For sale , violin and bow with case .

[@dpandcrspandvn]

No. Never give up. Be inspired and create. Learn from everyone, be they 10 years younger or 50 older. Never stop playing.

[@eric.esoteric]

Steven Davis Hemingway joke?

[@Elias-db9gk]

I just scrolling didn't expecting to found this comment.

[@hkanything]

Remember there is always an Asian better than you

[@sydandis3084]

hkanything What does that have to do with anything?

[@mrJohnDesiderio]

She composes in a style she loves and suits her. All artists start with templates and influences. I can hear her personality shining through. Who knows the kind of things she will be making in her, hopefully, very long future!

[@RiverDogRun]

She is the most amazing human being I've ever come across. I cry every time I hear her music.

[@xPrizoRx]

like... im speechless. she‘s insane, it‘s unbelievable. She composed all this AND kills the Violine, BRUH. AANNDD she can play piano too! Out of this world. She‘s insanely gifted, talented. I’m shocked lmao

[@return2earthvideochannel]

Full of fun, joy, technique, skill, imagination, cheekiness and every other similar adjective in the English language!

[@jimslater9259]

The only thing better than listening to Alma's music is watching her perform her music.

[@olisfer1]

Alma is a joy to watch playing and even more delightful to talk with why not join her fan site and be at the next concert you could be at the world premiere of Cinderella. 29th December 2016 Vienna hope I see you at this chance of a lifetime happening.

[@fredhoy6697]

I've seen Alma's video advert but until very recently hadn't ever listened to one. How glad I am that I finally did. I still catch myself halfway through a video thinking, "she wrote this? Really". Yes really. Impressed, amazed, flabbergasted, gobsmacked, astounded, but blessed for being able to hear her. Thank you Alma.

[@meta5175]

The talent level of a Mozart!

[@mayjohnson2296]

Beautiful melody. Props to her parents for encouraging her talent.

[@elainehidayat7]

this sounds like a garden full of fresh blooming flowers and tulips and her violin reminds me of a sweet little bee that is happily tasting each flower and going from one to another. What a beautiful feeling !

[@77MyEsha]

An amazingly beautiful and accomplished composition from an equally amazing and beautiful young lady. The beauty of her mind shines through her compositions. I thank God for giving the world this gift from Heaven.

[@meiangie]

Now we know how it feels like to watch the child Mozart performing his own compositions to the world.

[@elijahasmussen130]

She is 13, now. Soon enough, she may begin to compose more harmonically complex music as well as longer works such as symphonies and works for full sized orchestra. Her melodic ideas are splendid; I can hear Mozart, Beethoven, and even some Mendelssohn all in the third movement of this concerto. She’s got a bright future ahead of her.

[@lesliehendon968]

My Dear Alma, your music moves me to happiness. I am grateful for your inspiration, creativitity, and dedication to all that is good in music, life and creativity. I listen to you play piano and violin and feel your heart and soul in all the beautiful music you play and create. I feel how your soul moves the music, how music moves your soul, and how you enter the music with your whole heart. Grownups may hear your technical perfection; I hear and feel your heart and soul - for that I am grateful and I thank you. I hear Chopin, Mozart, and Paganini in your creations. May your wonderment be ongoing. May you always keep the wonderment of how melodies come to you. May your spirit continue to share the beauty of your music. I look forward to hearing your music today and forever. I am always gratefully listening to your beauty, to your music, to your soul. I am going back to hear your magical music again. I am grateful. Thank you.

[@derekcurtis9999]

Shes basically the reincarnation of Mozart, but shes so unique! its lovely to hear this old fashioned style of music rather what you usually hear with modern day music. i hope she continues composing for a while

[@joeboonmusic4004]

There is a lot of good modern music... maybe you're just listening to what's in the charts...?

[@derekcurtis9999]

Joe Boon Music the music in the charts is the music im trashing. there is no effort in them. there are some modern artists i rather like.

[@dahalofreeek]

I actually want her to be thought of as her rather than someone else. You don't think of Mozart as the reincarnation of Bach, he's his own guy. And Alma is her own artist too.

[@derekcurtis9999]

dahalofreeek i can agree with that.

[@Limurfulyalya]

you must be kidding comparing this with Mozart......................

[@edshannon4426]

There are no words.... only wonderment. What does the world look like to a mind such as this.

[@akanecortich8197]

I wonder if anybody has yet realised that Mozart also created an imaginary world with his sister when they were kids, just as Alma did/has with her sister.

[@Biomirth]

Nobody ever thought of that /s

[@akanecortich8197]

well they haven't and most don't know this

[@ScarabKovaire]

I did that with my brother.

[@brucejane7395]

So did Clive Staple Lewis, with his brother. The Chronicles of Narnia, was the result.

[@64ytb]

There are classical music that are very dry, too technical and too mental. And there are this kind of divine, psychic, illumining music, music from the soul, pleasing to listen to even to a layman like me. I feel that she is able to tap into a higher realm of music that is heavenly and healing.

[@rodrigoruiz1988]

As a composer myself, it's really a great joy to see a young composer like Alma write in a harmonic and melodic language that still has much to say to all of our hearts. In my own experience most people still feel that the tonal language is still valid today. It's just the media, the intellectuals, the "high-class" that are engulfed by the mind that can't see past the illusion of modernism. In fact, I remember in school being told to stop writing "silly music" or to write "serious music", because that language was of the past and it should stay in the past. I wasn't allowed to pursue my own voice in writing, but I have never given up, and I'll never give up. It's nice to know I'm in good company!

[@Biomirth]

Write what's in your heart. Music Composition 101-->501 complete.

[@joszandstra2044]

I only try to imagine what it means when you are at the age of 9 able to compose (and play) this kind of beautiful classical music. Just awsome

[@anamendonca9949]

Her smile douring the process!!!!! So amazing!!! Cheers little one!!! Keep being awesome!! The world needs more people like you!!!!

[@emilyjasmine2938]

I love how it has so many influences from other composers yet Alma's personality shines out of it, creating beautiful images of childhood joy. She is fantastic. Not to mention her incredible playing!

[@nataliajennings884]

Du bist einfach wunderbar, Alma!!!

[@stateofdreams1]

The amazing Alma. A young genius at work.

[@oliverkoh8224]

What a beautiful, cheerful piece of music!! Thank you! You are amazing!

[@philpaquetpaquet4755]

Alma is a gift to the human race. May her spirit live on forever. Such a joy to experience her music and conversations relating to her music and her wish for a happier World. Thank you

[@johnparker38]

Supercalifragilisticexpialidocious. Can't stop listening to this - thank you Alma!

[@roslynmazur7448]

She is excellent and only 11 years old! Adorable and so talented!

[@csaracho2009]

She says that she wants to be called “The first Alma” !!! (Not “a second Mozart”)

[@iadtag1853]

@Marianne You can totally see she is including almost every instrument in the orchestra in the movements of this piece. Nothing left behind. Also incredible techniques for such young soloist!

[@waltermessines5181]

Alma means soul in Portuguese... That would make her name Adam in a Christian setting and Shiva in Hinduism...

[@peaceandhappiness901]

The first and the only. How lucky we are.

[@peaceandhappiness901]

@@waltermessines5181thank you, I did not know. Cool.

[@vanilla5576]

When I was at that age I only compose stories which now cringe me to my deepest inside. Her expression of her thoughts is so sophisticated.

[@claudiacorreia7593]

My faith in human kind was restored when I heard Alma. Thank Universe

[@mikewhangbo]

I weeped with joy of finding such a talent.

[@mikebarnard7957]

Alma's technical skills with the violin (she plays the piano also to concert standard and more) is excellent. And to think she composed this for orchestra as well! Absolutely breathtaking! Greatness beckons.

[@mikebarnard7957]

Apologies I should have said "are excellent"! Got carried away because her performance was so spellbinding!

[@CleopatraPhilopator]

At minute 5:32 to 5:57... That's a segment of what she played to Ellen on The Ellen Show (in 2013), saying that was her version of Ellen's theme song back there, "Let's have a little fun today". I've always thought it was a beautiful melody. I'm amazed to see/hear that she added this part :O Like, adding a memory from back there...

[@akanecortich8197]

I think Alma has it exactly right when she says the melody is the most important thing...that has to be interesting so that people want to listen to it. In the modern world with short attention spans they will need a melody as a hook. This piece is an example. It is very easy to listen to, it is enjoyable, easy to follow, even a bit of fun. And I think the character of the music suits her age - bright and cheerful, which is what she wanted. Especially after the 2nd movement which was amazing.

[@pickngrin73]

Alma, your passion is palpable in both your music and in your words and expressions as you play and discuss your music! You are a blessing to this world and I look forward to hearing more of your compositions! THANK YOU!!!

[@noombs1]

I will admit that I do not understand classical music but I must also admit that I thoroughly enjoy listening to this young lady! OMG! Beyond belief!

[@louis-mariemorin743]

Une jeune prodige qu’on a pas fini de découvrir...elle possède toutes les qualités...joue du piano...du violon...compose d’une façon géniale...est polyglotte...etc...

[@robertshand1944]

A cosmic jewel - absolutely wonderful a true genius and at such a young age............ Thankyou Alma you warm the hearts of all who hear you...........

[@adrianlarkins7259]

Alma is amazing. She is a genius. I thought real classical music died in the early 20th Century. I was wrong. Heck, she's still a child and has written an opera already "Cinderella".

[@modernmozart813]

How delightful 🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰🥰❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@jordannash4420]

You are the prodigy of prodigies. Never has the world seen someone like you.

[@navazooaretz1448]

except mozart....

[@bf2err]

Jordan Nash or someone like you

[@jenniferjoyner112]

.am just speechless..what a great honour and privilege to watch such unbelievable gift in our lifetime ...Alma just wants to produce and play beautiful music from her heart...and not be compared to mozart....lets search no further: beautiful music= Alma music. Thankyou Alma🙏🏿♥️

[@keithhoward5120]

Alma . Its amazing how at this age you put it all together properly and you write for all the orchestra as well . That is extremely time consuming very difficult and really really extraordinary . I never thought I would see the day when we had someone who could do this .

[@rafeeqellias]

Brilliant Little Alma! May your music flow into eternity...

[@kaanguraysirin8466]

truly a work of a genious, we re lucky to live in a new mozart's era

[@Bjarmarsson]

We do live in Almas era Mozart's era is long gone

[@pamelacorbett8774]

We are seeing a phenomenon. This child is music personified. Humbling to watch.

[@autumnleaves2766]

Just love this wonderful cheerful tune that opens the 3rd movement. Alma has absorbed all the great composers of the past and then comes up with a new classical music that brings her own melodic and harmonic invention to the classical structure. The writing for the other orchestral parts is so good too. And yet she must have written all this at the age of 9 or so. In my book it is perfectly OK if her father and mother have helped her a bit . Leopold Mozart helped Wolfgang Amadeus Mozart early on too, being a composer in his own right. A joy to hear.

[@valeriewilliams5948]

Oh my how has this happened such a talented little girl , brought me to tears, she is just so beautiful she absolutley loves what she do'es ,i don't know what to say Except fantastic .

[@bellagrace9812]

It's as if God has given us a peek into heaven through Alma. I am astounded at her talent.

[@insidecat9934]

Wow!!! That was pure magic. Music this good will bring many new fans to the world of classical music starting with me.

[@hellosunshine305]

This melody gets stuck in my head for days on end. I love it❤️

[@gwenythbrown8843]

HelloSunshine same!

[@leighannamarie3992]

She's so pure. An angel if ever there could be one.

[@donmcw5678]

Wow! Just wow! Love and respect from Canada. She is a phenom. One in a couple of billion. Intelligence beyond comprehension. Wow!

[@RainBringer]

+Don McWilliam IMHO, one in a couple of trillion.

[@donmcw5678]

Rain Bringer I wish the armies of the world would lay down their weapons and rediscover this kind of power.

[@PV-bf5lr]

Hi Don, I didn't have enough time write down your email address in order to receive Alma and Helen's picture wearing the hoodies after the Cinderella Opera. Would you kindly send me the picture you mentioned in one of your posts. Here's my email: [e-mail] Thank you very much, Don Sincerely, Fawn

[@ChrisvanHeerden]

So amazing. Music that perfectly describes life from the perspective of a happy child. Love the orchestra so much. She created the full experience!