Boris Giltburg performs Prokofiev Sonata No. 8, Op. 84 (Queen Elizabeth Hall recital)

[@frankserio6952]

It is pure joy listening to this musician play this music

[@woodworth82]

Superb, technically astonishing performance, with a highly original and effective take on certain dynamic and rhythmic choices, particularly in the conclusion. The best, most thoughtful, and ultimately most exciting performance I've found on youtube or on CD. Bravo!!!

[@supermasterpip]

this sonata really shows off this great piano in its middle and lower regions..its a beautiful sound...big and rich and dark.

[@marcoesquandolez]

This is gorgeous. Prokofiev's sonata forms just amaze me, this one especially. What a wild piece

[@user-zd1pt8gy9l]

An extraordinarily gifted musician, only a truly dedicated artist can play like this, his art is serious and deep, his interpretations often surprise with their unexpectedness, which only causes constant interest in his work !!!

[@yanzheng1245]

Great interpretation! brings out lots of unexpected lines and sounds which tell different and vivid characters. Thank you!

[@nicholasfontana5088]

My favorite of the Prokofiev sonatas (followed closely by no. 4 and no. 2). Thank you for contributing now one of my favorite interpretations and executions of this.

[@Dnmk2007]

Fantastic. Im working this piece, even though its sometimes a bit too difficult. Thank you for playing at that level of perfection, its clinical but transparent. We fell with you what is just a dream or a farce. There is an extreme violence in this music, despite your mesmerising level of pianistic skills. You gained a follower, which is nothing compared to what I get listening carefully to your performance. Once again, many thanks.

[@Erik83474]

An absolute electrifying world class performance which I had the privilege to hear in Brussels last year.

[@Barichter74318]

Prokofiev war sonatas are so amazing!

[@alwatsonpianist]

Superb performance!!!

[@carolinadubeux1425]

Amazing! Perfect rendition.

[@gianpaga11]

Very fantastic played. Thank you very much!

[@ronwalker4849]

GOD IN HEAVEN, WHAT A WONDERFUL, BEAUTIFUL SOUND OF BOTH THE PIANO AND THE MARVELOUS PIANIST, IT WAS LIKE A SPRING RAIN REFRESHING EVERYTHING.

[@christianvennemann9008]

0:54 - I. Andante dolce - Allegro moderato; 15:31 - II. Andante sognando; 19:51 - III. Vivace.

[@arcojuin63]

Magnifique interprétation ! unique !

[@leoroman7767]

Прекрасная музыка, прекрасное исполнение

[@RozRichel]

I want to have this chair!!!!!

[@georgebrock9391]

Wow!

[@piano_seonbi]

CRAZY...🎉

[@nestorar]

Simply, bravo!!!

[@giedriusk8750]

This guy is genius playing with music

[@marioj91]

This guy is a genius

[@davidbrown6340]

Though I prefer slower tempi, Mr. Giltburg plays this remarkably cleanly, and I like his touch.

[@NFStopsnuf]

This is exactly how I felt, it was quite refreshing (not to say other recordings aren’t good)

[@camaycama7479]

I'm crying I'm crying!

[@miriamvanhees811]

onbeschrijfelijk artistiek talent......

[@TheMightyFork_]

Amazing! Bravo

[@camzyule007]

It's a very good performance of an extraordinarily difficult piece. In the final allegro section of the first movement though, I wish he didn't rush the music though. It's far too fast and you can't hear every note like you can with Kissin, Gilels or Richter.

[@MultiRedskins12]

A sad and pathetic baseless comment. There is nothing wrong with the end of the first movement. If you want to listen to Kissin et al, then listen to them! This is HIS interpretation so show some decency and respect who he does rather than finding the one perceived fault in what he does. An extremely narrow minded comment .

[@DariusMo]

@@MultiRedskins12 So? And this is HIS own rightful criticism (if subjective) that reflects his own preferences of an interpretation of this piece. He never said that there's anything wrong with the end of the first movement, he would have preferred it differently though.

[@fernandosupertino1917]

Tan increíble siempre. Tuvimos la fortuna de tenerlo en mi ciudad, con Kotaro Fukuma, impresionantes los dos.

[@gonzalo_alnso]

Emmmmmmmmm WOW ❤

[@nicholashaniotis3508]

nailed it.

[@yvesjacquemin6445]

Son interprétation décrit exactement ce que voulait Prokofiev lorsqu'il a composé cette sonate, selon moi.

[@albertocampagnolo7958]

Impressionante!

[@AlejandroSanAntonio]

In some angles he seems as Schiff.

[@users1992]

I was there! Couldn't appreciate it at the time. I find my concentration fails me on live concerts. I rather listen to recordings to get the full impression of what he's doing. Although sound is much better live

[@young-deokseo3628]

true genius

[@rondog540]

Waiting for a collab video with one of those dodgy KZbin chiropractors to get that thoracic kyphosis crackling...

[@marcostestandopedal7166]

21:13 i love this part

[@novablanca8305]

nice one quasimodo

[@glenngouldification]

Somewhat Gouldian approach to the piano.

[@ronwalker4849]

RACHMANOFF IS A LATE ROMANTIC COMPOSER. REDUCING THE MUSIC TO STRICT METRONOMIC STANDARDIZATION, THE LACK OF THE SUSTAINING PEDAL, AND PLAYING THE PIANO AS IF ONE IS PLAYING A COMPUTER IS NOT IN KEEPING WITH THE ROMANTICISM WHICH IS AN ESSENTIAL PART OF THE COMPOSITION. YOU HAVE GONE TO FAR WITH TECHNICAL BRAVURA. LET THE MUSIC BREATHE, AND NOT AS IF IN A GAS CHAMBER. MORE LIKE THE AIR ALONG THE SEA SHORE AND PINE TREES. EVEN YOUR BODILY MOVEMENTS LOOK LIKE A TORTURED EMPLOYMEENT OF SOME 12 TONAL 20TH CENTURY MONATONY. RELAX AND ENJOY THE SENSUALITY OF THE MUSIC, MISSING HERE IN THIS PERFORMANCE. IT´S ROMANTICISM.

[@user-io8xm4un4b]

It’s not Rachmaninoff dude

[@dakeers]

Idk I mean I’m sure that to the people who are into this type of music find it fantastic but to me it sounds like my 6 year old playing.

[@clarkebynum4623]

I'd be curious to know 2 things. 1. How did you come cross this video? Haha and 2. What are your thoughts now? I remember when I first heard Prokofiev I was not a huge fan. I thought there were moments that were "cool" but it was never my favorite. This sonata is actually what opened my mind up fully to the sound world of Prokofiev. The third movement specifically. It is just such a mischievous piece. So hilarious and dark a d witty. You aren't listening for beautiful lyricism like in chopin but rather for the encompassing narrative and emotional rawness that comes with it. It takes a few listens though.

[@erinmalloy4939]

@@clarkebynum4623 well said. I don't think I would be able to respond as kindly and thoughtfully as you. I tend not to respond to such people because I will not be able to hold back my frustration! But very well said☺️

[@clarkebynum4623]

@@erinmalloy4939 being frustrated with someone not liking something that you like is usually born from an insecurity. Sharing the love of music should also be approached with an open mind. It's all about enjoyment, sometimes it just takes a few tries!