Beethoven Piano Sonata No. 21 in C major, Op. 53, known as the "Waldstein" 0:09 I. Allegro con brio 11:02 II. Introduzione. Adagio molto 15:22 III. Rondo. Allegretto moderato - Prestissimo Mosfilm recording
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@johnharrison27413 жыл бұрын
This recording should be sent into orbit to show our alien neighbours the genius of Beethoven, the craftmanship of Steinway and last, but not least, the amazing, most stunningly beautiful and talented pianist Valentina Lisitsa! Bravo!
@milankundera12113 жыл бұрын
Elle préfère le Bösendorfer.
@highpeaksphil3 жыл бұрын
Imagine Beethoven’s reaction to an alien being; you’re what an Alien? Well there may be a lot of you but there’s only one Beethoven!!
@peteacher523 жыл бұрын
The craftsmanship of a concert grand piano; there are half a dozen others of equal status to Steinway, although they don't want you to know that!
@JoanKSX3 жыл бұрын
Fazioli and Bosendorfer would sound great as well for this Waldstein sonata =D
@tmayor19492 жыл бұрын
John Harrison has got it dead right bravo
@winglow76153 жыл бұрын
There are so many pianists on KZbin. But I found myself listening to this woman more than anyone else.
@LuluBodhi3 жыл бұрын
Same. She's the best!
@JohnnyAstronomy4 жыл бұрын
Piano Sonata No. 21 in C major, Op. 53, “Waldstein” 0:09 - I. Allegro con brio 11:02 - II. Introduzione: Adagio molto (in F major) 15:22 - III. Rondo. Allegretto moderato - Prestissimo This piece is considered one of Beethoven’s most notable sonatas of his middle period (the other two being Appassionata, Op. 57 and Les Adieux, Op.81a). It was composed in 1804 and dedicated to a friend and patron of Beethoven named Count Ferdinand Ernst Joseph Gabriel von Waldstein und Wartenberg (of Vienna). Waldstein is also considered one of Beethoven’s most technically challenging piano sonatas.
@carmenlamontagne49484 жыл бұрын
Thank you much!!!
@AlejandroGonzalez-rw9kt4 жыл бұрын
thanks bro
@unbelanglos Жыл бұрын
thanks 👍
@rickardhjalmarsson61455 ай бұрын
Splendid!!!! Bravo!!
@crewelocoman5b1614 жыл бұрын
Quite simply one of the most compelling and rhythmically driven renditions of this Sonata I've ever heard in a very long time. Throughout, your sense of control and direction was something to behold. Fabulous clarity of articulation bringing out passages and rhythms that are often lost in the torrent of notes. This performance has to be one the high spots of an outstanding series so far.
@okjhum4 жыл бұрын
Indeed!
@melissadupont4064 жыл бұрын
She has such control of the emotions, in most everything she plays. LOVE IT! Thank You for sharing your gift with us!!!
@matthewv7893 жыл бұрын
Have you heard Annie Fischer? Hers is a very special Waldstein.
@crewelocoman5b1613 жыл бұрын
@@matthewv789 I have all of Annie Fischer's recordings including the 32 Piano Sonatas.
@janpanufnik24772 жыл бұрын
Good Morning... Listening to this was worth living for. I could not be more grateful. Thank You from Poland...
@alessiogrilli37123 жыл бұрын
I'm crying, not because of the melody but because I know the sacrifices you have to make in order to play it.
@beksterxd1703 жыл бұрын
those are not sacrifices cause she loves to play...
@nickidaisyreddwoodd58373 жыл бұрын
When you love an animal, child, music or art it is Never a sacrifice. It is Love.
@highpeaksphil3 жыл бұрын
You don’t have to make sacrifices for music, it becomes part of your life, lives and breaths in you
@galeritaelenora3 жыл бұрын
Yes, there are sacrifices made. Art, beauty, love, precision -- all come at a price. The artist pays the price willingly or because they have no choice or something in between.
@galeritaelenora3 жыл бұрын
@@nickidaisyreddwoodd5837 sometimes love and sacrifice are two sides of the same coin, yes? We freely sacrifice for what we love, right? They are related, not exclusive.
@jpassouv4 жыл бұрын
Merci Madame. J'ai fermé les yeux et je me suis régalé. J'espère venir vous entendre à Paris très bientôt.
@LalzJeNeSuis3 жыл бұрын
Valentina, on t'aime ici en France. Continue ton travail pianistique ! Merci !
@davidp1683 жыл бұрын
Crystal clear sound. I can hear every single note.
@kumborec4 жыл бұрын
Валентина, хочется написать, что этим Бетховенским циклом Вы «памятник себе воздвигли нерукотворный». Ну конечно этот памятник «рукотворный», Вашими волшебными руками сотворён. Но также и Вашим талантом, и Вашей душой! Огромное Вам спасибо!
@Javier-id4lq2 жыл бұрын
Very impressive, my favourite Beethoven's sonata, and from now on, my favourite version. Thank you so much, Valentina!!
@EricMVan3 жыл бұрын
The first time I heard the Waldstein, I said, "Oh my God, Beethoven invented rock 'n' roll!" (Years later, to my delight as a former rock critic, I heard Benjamin Zander make the same general assertion.) Beethoven was the first composer to recognize that *pure visceral excitement* was an emotion that could and should be captured in music, which is why I usually identify the 7th in print as "Symphony #7 in A major ("Mosh Pit"). So to me, the litmus test for understanding Beethoven is how you play the start of Op. 53. This is perfect and then some.
@johnmcdonald50554 жыл бұрын
This is a great performance. As a lifetime Beethoven addict I've listened to countless performances. I have listened to this much of the day to hear if my astonished first impression was correct. Yes, it is a wonderful, exciting, and, yes, great performance. Thank you, Ms Lisitsa.
@konstantins.50424 жыл бұрын
До самой сути! Музыкальная виртуозность и аристократическая сдержанность на ряду с детской застенчивостью... Колоссальное удовольствие! Спасибо, Валентина!
@johnjackson86922 жыл бұрын
Ludwig and Valentina are the pinnacle of human endeavor.
@aligh183 жыл бұрын
I'm so proud of Valentina. Comparing her Waldstein video from 2016 to now, you can SEE how she has matured and grown. This woman is dedicated to her craft, and we, as her audience, are so privileged.
@galeritaelenora3 жыл бұрын
Yes, what an honor it is to absorb the beauty of her dedication.
@jorgevillagra64003 жыл бұрын
I listen to this perfomance every night. Great!. I love Valentina.
@okjhum4 жыл бұрын
Wow, simply wow! Could even Beethoven play it like this? No. Impossible. Nobody is or has ever been such a pianist like you, Valentina! One could see even the piano was shining with pride from being played by you. YOU!
@AlexGritsenko4 жыл бұрын
Спасибо, что вы - ещё один повод для гордости за страну, за народ. Это было прекрасно. Впрочем, как и многое другое. Вы, для меня, авторитет. И поверьте, подобные слова я говорю настолько редко, что забыл и произношение.
@user-cc2qo7hy6v4 жыл бұрын
Браво! Спасибо, что радуете нас своими замечательными концертами. Привет из Донецка ❤️🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
@philipsinger12913 жыл бұрын
Beautiful tempo, not as fast as some virtuosos play it (as if it was some kind of speed competition). Every note of her performance is heard and felt with passion. I like how one key sticks out a bit at the very end; the composer would have approved !
@alexivanov52143 жыл бұрын
Виртуозное исполнение!Продолжайте видео выкладывать!
@heavyvacation98263 жыл бұрын
I am very sad a lot. I am very numb a lot. This got my tears running and my hand pounding the armchair as I sang!
@galeritaelenora3 жыл бұрын
What an exquisite and poignant comment. Keep letting Ms. Lisitsa inspire you to sing!
@heavyvacation98263 жыл бұрын
@@galeritaelenoraThank you I certainly will.
@rickwilmot91274 жыл бұрын
'Tis midnight and I always listen to Valentina before crashing. :-))
@mostrojoshwua4 жыл бұрын
Excelente interpretación de Betthoven. Genera sensaciones sublimes en la mente.
@MariaVlasiou4 жыл бұрын
Same here
@vedantthanki7452 жыл бұрын
Same ;). I fall asleep to her playing Rachmaninoff
@emmasommer9474 жыл бұрын
The way you play Beethoven is so perfect, so happy to see this upload today, thanks Valentina- you always make me want to practice :)
@anthonyb75713 жыл бұрын
She never responds to our comments lol
@joelmacinnes23912 жыл бұрын
@@anthonyb7571 she hearts them tbf
@olegkoptelov72434 жыл бұрын
Какое прекрасное сочетание строгсти и экспрессии. Огромное удовольствие. Спасибо!
@alldaybrekkie4 жыл бұрын
Totally magnificent performance. Ive listened to countless recordings of this piece. This is the best, and it blew me away. Many times during it, I felt like I was understanding Beethovens intentions for the very first time. Brought me to tears by the end. Thanks and congratulations.
@matthewv7893 жыл бұрын
I love Annie Fischer's also, a very special (and largely unknown) performance.
@alldaybrekkie3 жыл бұрын
@@matthewv789 thanks for the tip, i will try it!
@alldaybrekkie3 жыл бұрын
Wow it is absolutely breathtaking. So powerful!
@matthewv7893 жыл бұрын
@@alldaybrekkie I am glad I found her. Hungarian, and mostly unknown outside of Europe. (She only ever played in the US twice.) This Beethoven sonata cycle, which she worked on for 15 years in Hungaroton studios, is probably her crowning achievement, but she did not allow them to be released in her lifetime.
@user-dt4fj6fn5z4 жыл бұрын
Изумительно! Виртуозное и гармоничное исполнение! Какое удовольствие слушать!
@user-gv9xw1sd1t4 жыл бұрын
Удивительно! Поразительно! Валентина, Вы - лучшая! От каждого Вашего исполнения я получаю просто колоссальное удовольствие. Вы и Ваша игра великолепны.
@user-kb7il1be3z4 жыл бұрын
Необыкновенная Валентина, мы вас ОЧЕНЬ любим))
@jeffclaussen31883 жыл бұрын
Never heard the 3rd Movement before... Phenomenal!! And excellently played!
@Darkboy25253 жыл бұрын
Wouw, just nothing more to say. I am in awe. Absolutely a stunning performance beyond measure. VALENTINA ! WAUW ! this is so absolutely gorgeous.
@joshuafruend33482 жыл бұрын
Brava, Maestra Lisitsa! I absolutely loved your tempo, especially in the Allegro con brio. This is the tempo for which I aim- not ridiculously fast. The Introduzione, Adagio molto brought me to tears. I have never heard the octaves at the end of the Rondo played in such a manner, I found it quite mesmerizing in setting up for the end of the Sonata. Thank you for this heartfelt interpretation and what you do for music! Prayers!
@user-cy8uz2eo2n4 жыл бұрын
Чистое, лёгкое , виртуозное исполнение !!
@og1894 жыл бұрын
For me the most beautiful and accomplished fBeethoven 'sonate play by the most inspired of performer , Valentina Lisitsa. Thank you for this jewel.
@cfchh19052 жыл бұрын
what a gifted woman - she must be from outer space, she is a sensation.
@vivasandk4 жыл бұрын
Очень рада, что обнаружила этот канал. Получаю большое удовольствие от прослушивания хорошо знакомых ранне мне не известных мелодий любимейших композиторов в таком великолепном исполнении! Особенно радует поглубже познакомиться с творчеством Бетховена и русскими композиторами.
@tangyi-code11 ай бұрын
Hello, pretty lady. Your performance brings joy and richness to my life, and I'm shocked and moved. Beethoven seems to have a delicate, attentive and flamboyant personality. I think he was born to deliver wonderful music to us.,Perhaps he is in awe of the beauty of nature, the mystery of life, the power of nature, and the enigmatic universe.
@peteacher523 жыл бұрын
Hard to imagine anyone playing it better! This lady's wrist action is exceptionally flexible and fluent - the first thing I noticed.
@ricardotoledo88343 жыл бұрын
Simplesmente extraordinário! Quão grandioso é o homem em suas obras. Uma pianista fabulosa, admirável, a quem agradeço por nos proporcionar tal e belíssima interpretação 👏👏👏👏
@giuliacantelli4 жыл бұрын
Adorabile Maestra 🌷🌷🌷🌷 GRANDISSIMA 🌹🌹🌹🌹
@fredericchopin90014 жыл бұрын
I saw valentina play Tchaikovsky, Liszt and Beethoven in Porto,Portugal a year ago and its was so sublime ill never forget it. Thank you Valentina and i hope to see you in Portugal once again
@m.calloway26244 жыл бұрын
Thank you so much. A triumph on all counts - - technical and interpretive. One can hear everything, in even the most rapid, convoluted runs. Every passage is played well on its own plus builfds the greater dramatic and artistic impact. It takes its time when needed but never lags or lets down. Plus, it absolutely sings. This is tops.
@jose445974 жыл бұрын
Excellent, what a beautiful offering for my ears this weekend! Thank you very much, nice lady, God bless you.
@robertobarbieri9066 Жыл бұрын
Grandissima artista ed interprete beethoveniana. Le sue mani danzano sulla tastiera forgiando il suono in pura poesia. Grazie.
@nestorsuarez614 жыл бұрын
Un aporte invaluable para la historia de la música y del arte, gracias a todos los que hacen posible este tipo de difusiones, gracias querida Valentina, tu aporte es maravilloso, el genio del Maestro es eterno, sus obras son frenéticas inspiraciones; el cuerpo del Maestro descansa, sus obras plenas de vida lo recuerdan.
@internalreality4 жыл бұрын
I have to admit that miss Valentina has to be one of the most talented players in the world.
@coolchef644 жыл бұрын
Yes. I'd like to see her accompany Itzak Perlman. Then, That would be something 🎶
@sacarvalho14 жыл бұрын
She is...
@user-se7zm6wj5i11 ай бұрын
Thank you for this performance. The Aurora sonata by Beethoven is a genious one and your brilliant performance greatly contributes to feel the spirit of Beethoven.
@NH-zh8mp2 ай бұрын
I love you Valentina, we all love you and your wonderful music
@gabrieleruffini48844 жыл бұрын
Unforgettable....BRAVISSIMA Valentina! In this sonata you have reached the top for beauty, expressivity, style (and the cycle of sonatas is not finished!!)
@psalmtone20082 жыл бұрын
Goodness gracious, this is exceptionally good Beethoven. Up there on my listening list with Kempff, Brendel, Barenboim, Argerich, and Levit...the colors you make remind me of Horowitz in the best way, and the rhythmic precision is unparalleled.
@user-zk6nu7cz4y9 ай бұрын
Спасибо вам за комментарий, 🙏я с вами полностью согласен 👍 Валентина Величайшая пианистка❤❤❤
@ericboero4 жыл бұрын
Meravigliosa ed emozionante interpretazione di una meravigliosa sonata! Valentina,sei la più grande!
@FakeItalianoII4 жыл бұрын
Valentina, I've heard Waldstein many, many times and you just made it "new" for me, Like I'm hearing it for the first time. Your interpretation is the best I've heard so far and not soon to be forgotten. Another one I remember is your interpretation of Fur Elise in Seoul a few years ago. Now when I hear that song I remember "Valentina", not "Beethoven". Above and beyond your undisputed skill, talent and sensibility I just want to thank you for being what you are. Thank you for being one more ray of light, through your personality and music, in this mad, mad world we live in. You are one of the people that make it more tolerable.
@matthewv7893 жыл бұрын
You may like Annie Fischer's also, a very special (and overlooked) performance.
@tylersakow85874 жыл бұрын
The Waldstein sonata is one of my absolute favorites. Thank you Valentina for giving us the many emotions and ideas that are present. It’s always a joy to listen :)
@davidp1684 жыл бұрын
Magical fingers.... I can watch her hands on the keyboard all day...
@Dhyatt618 ай бұрын
My all time favorite sonata by my all time favorite pianist. LOVE THIS.
@MrJorgeseijo4 жыл бұрын
Unforgettable....BRAVISSIMA Valentina!
@juliaz.13974 жыл бұрын
Валентина вы лучшая! Обожаю вас слушать, спасибо и здоровья вам!
@GianfrancoCavallaro4 жыл бұрын
...the C (or B) key that in the end remains raised ... it is exceptional !!! It is the sign that the piano has also enjoyed and that it is stunned in the end ... !!!
@lydiamicheli58334 жыл бұрын
Wow, goosebumps all over, from the top to my toes!
@georgyyurchenko78154 жыл бұрын
Смотрю вас с прошлого лета-до сих пор вдохновляюсь вашей невероятно приятной и талантливой игрой. Благодаря вашему исполнению и показу пьес в идеальном варианте, я проностью выучил 14ую сонату Бетховена и сейчас учу вторую часть 7ой сонаты(первая выучена). Вы у меня стоите на первом месте по списку моих кумиров-пианистов. Хотя у меня основная специальность-это ударные инструменты, вы просто открыли во мне второго человека, бесконечно любящего фортепиано и игру на этом замечательном инструменте! До сих пор жду и мечтаю попасть на ваш концерт в Санкт-Петербурге, если он конечно будет:))
@kenoliver89138 ай бұрын
A beautiful rendition of my favourite Beethoven sonata. And that transition to the Rondo still moves me every time - a wonderful musical moment.
@mjai34 жыл бұрын
It's one of the most my favorite art. Thanks for showing us wonderful performance Valentina✨ I really appreciate you from Japan🇯🇵:)
@alvarito454 жыл бұрын
Great Valentina, really great. Love your tempi in all movements: are exactly what the score demands, deserves and requires. Last movement sent me to the outpace... So absolutely perfect. Спасибо!
@igorhatesyouall71464 жыл бұрын
Как же прекрасно! Спасибо!
@DebraSalamone4 жыл бұрын
Whoever positioned those ads needs to be quartered.
@fredericchopin64453 жыл бұрын
what do you mean, your watching KZbin for absolutely free. If you aren’t, no ads are supposed to appear
@yuantao53043 жыл бұрын
I say,correct for Frédéric Chopin
@emilvincent50343 жыл бұрын
@@babyskunkcat when at home you can also use an adblocker voila
@declamatory3 жыл бұрын
Scroll to the end of the video, then, when it shows the restart arrow, click it. No more ads!
@luizg80343 жыл бұрын
@@declamatory life fucking saver im deeply grateful
@davidearduini50823 жыл бұрын
Definitely the best and most emotional pianist of the world!
@Highinsight74 жыл бұрын
EXTRAORDINARY LADY... EXTRAORDINARY pianist... my favorite pianist of this time... with a few exceptions...
@chmendez Жыл бұрын
This piece is fantastic. How great was Beethoven.
@gookymofo4 жыл бұрын
This is the best performance so far. She plays it so well and keeps the rhythm so perfectly. Horowitz would be so impressed.
@matthewv7893 жыл бұрын
Also don't miss Annie Fischer! A very special (and overlooked) performance.
@parnokparnok51234 жыл бұрын
Прямо счастье Вас слушать ! Огромное спасибо - Merci !
@LuluBodhi3 жыл бұрын
This is the prettiest, most magnificent performance of this sonata I have ever heard. Thank you.
@matthewv7893 жыл бұрын
You should hear Annie Fischer also, a very special (and overlooked) performance.
@carmenlamontagne49484 жыл бұрын
Bravo Valentina!!!! You have mastered this beautiful piece of music!!! The second movement has always been my favorite. Such beauty!! Thank you
@wanessapeixoto9984 жыл бұрын
Magnífico! De olhos fechados, ainda sim, é possível sentir toda a expressividade e o prazer de cada dedilhar. Fantástico!
@dafyliz4 жыл бұрын
I see Valentina Lisitsa, I click.
@SuperTicklemonsters3 жыл бұрын
My favorite of Beethoven's sonatas and a wonderful interpretation. Bravo!
@gueue59374 жыл бұрын
😲 21:34 ... never heard this section as flawless as here ... wow!!
3 жыл бұрын
Miss Lisitsa, a Princess from Piano. ❤💛🧡
@didatticapianistica4 жыл бұрын
Imparagonabile! unica! tecnica formidabile e tocco magnifico!!!!!!!!!!!!
@Pippi-rippi4 жыл бұрын
Simplemente espectacular!!!! Mis felicitaciones y enorme agradecimiento. Qué talento!
@thibomeurkens22963 жыл бұрын
This piece is sometimes played way to fast but of course Valentina plays it perfectly!
@luizamsalgado3 жыл бұрын
What a wonderful interpretation dear dear Valentina ! A breath of fresh air like only you can! Brava and thanks! When Perfection is a Revelation !
@occhioverde714 жыл бұрын
Interpretazione superlativa. La Waldstein è uno dei capolavori della letteratura pianistica. Valentina è meravigliosa
@williambeldham30564 жыл бұрын
Such an excellent performance. I am entranced. Thank you for your amazing work!
@mrwaterghost4 жыл бұрын
Absolute pure beauty. Oh shoot, let me do that period thing to make it more impactful: "Absolute. Pure. Beauty."
@sakuntalabasu14934 жыл бұрын
A veritable storm raged in my emotions as I listened to your glorious interpretation of the Waldstein. Whether in the slow introspective moments or the flamboyant trills, runs and chords, the balance was so right. Although we're supposed to listen only with all our attention, yet we can't deny the scene in front of our eyes. The sets used in this series have charmed me from the first and filming the Waldstein in stark black and white only enhanced the experience. It's without the ceremoniousness of the concert hall, without the informality of a home alone concert, yet this approach lets us viewers get so close up to watch your technique without intruding into your personal space. The very best experience of all, many thanks and take care. Best wishes from Sakuntala Basu
@kf31paris4 жыл бұрын
Just AMAZING !!!
@sakuntalabasu14934 жыл бұрын
@@kf31paris absolutely
@CorvetteAustin243 жыл бұрын
Flawless. Effortless to listen to. Fantastic!
@josefnicholson15164 жыл бұрын
Most favourite interpretation by far, can't thank you enough. From Liverpool :)
@juandeheredia84354 жыл бұрын
Me encanta , tiene algo en sus manos , es increíble !!!
@TanjaStoyan4 жыл бұрын
Beautiful, moved me to tears.
@tranquillity_base2 жыл бұрын
Mamma mia che classe! Semplicemente ipnotico! Cara Signora Lisitsa, faccio vedere i suoi video a mia figlia di 4 anni. Vorrei tanto che diventi una pianista superba come lei, un giorno. Grazie!
@cernestable4 жыл бұрын
Unbelievable clarity!!! You make us dream!😇
@jimholder6656 Жыл бұрын
Beyond magnificent - BRAVISSIMA!
@hwh19464 жыл бұрын
She is a fabulous pianist. Looks like homemade videos. She is truly a major talent. I have listened to a number of recordings on youtube. I will be teaching a class on Beethoven this fall and she is definitely part of it.
@GianfrancoCavallaro4 жыл бұрын
...it would be really satisfying if Valentina wrote her opinion about her interpretation, for the fans, for the listeners, for the students and the piano teachers ... Valentina .... please ... but if you don't want we love you all the same! !!
@emanueleyellowstone77883 жыл бұрын
Thank's a lot Mrs Valentine ! Thank's a lot for that lovely execution ! Congratulations
@harbinger2004 жыл бұрын
Фантастично! Браво!
@christopherherman89944 жыл бұрын
I love the Waldstein sonata, you played it awesome Valentina.
@franceboutour3584 жыл бұрын
Je suis une fan inconditionnelle, quelle fantastique pianiste!