Carol of the Bells but IMPOSSIBLE VERSION???

Live performance by Andrew Boldi (see my first recording 6 yrs ago • AMAZING PIANO SOLO ❤️-... )
Arrangement by David Hicken of Carol of the Bells, We Wish You a Merry Christmas, and God Rest Ye Merry Gentlemen.
Performed live at Calvary Armenian Congregational Church on Bösendorfer
San Francisco, California
December 8, 2024
Soli Deo Gloria
#piano #music #Christmas

[@mariaashot5648]

"Soli Deo Gloria..." The Good Lord has blessed you with an astonishing gift! Stay safe, keep bringing joy to the world and consolation to all who are in sorrow... Love you always!

[@Laudon1228]

Gorgeous performance and beautifully tuned instrument! Praise God! Anybody else find I’ll-tuned instruments and/or out of tune singers actually painful? It’s innovating to me. Again just beautiful!

[@HollysHobbysNCats]

WOW!!! I was mesmerized from the first note to the last, and the ending was superb!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you!!! The end of this piece is one of my favorite parts too! It ranges almost the whole piano :)

[@thebrickbuilder3476]

A gift, yes. But much hard work as well! Great job!!

[@canislupus8593]

Wunderschön gespielt ❤

[@sabinavelez1690]

¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡PRODIGIOSO!!!!!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

¡¡¡Gracias!!! ¡Toda la gloria a Dios!

[@redeemedvintageseamstress4728]

Wow! How on earth does this guy not have more subscribers!!! 😮 AMAZING TALENT!!! ❤😊❤

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you for your kind words! All glory to God! 🙏

[@StuartCarmichael-r4r]

Your playing filled my heart! Thank you very, very much. A true gift!!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you very much for your kind words! All Glory to God! I try to do my best with the gifts God has given!🙏

[@walterwhitney2202]

Energetic and invigorating in this aggressive, yet haunting rendition. It’s my favorite Carol, so perhaps I’m biased, but I don’t think talent like his can be hidden. Welcome to your time, Andrew.

[@dianegherman9785]

Bit of Manheim Steamroller. Excellent!

[@dorothyreade8591]

Amazing performance!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you so much Dorothy! All glory to God!

[@mokrn]

Carol of the Bells is my favorite Christmas song. You have infused it with tremendous feeling-- enough to bring me to tears. Thank you for sharing your spectacular rendition and your astonishing skill.

[@georgemurphy2579]

👍 agreed

[@julievanderleest]

Wow, my piano must be broken. It certainly doesn’t sound this incredible! Okay I know it’s me and my ability to play or lack there of. But seriously you are incredible! I don’t know anyone personally who can play this well. Dino I know of but you are next level! You are welcome to play my piano anytime and “fix” it.😉. I miss hearing it. My mom played by ear and she played well and read music too. She passed suddenly two years ago. It hasn’t sounded the same since. I inherited the gift of playing by ear but I never had formal lessons. I’m now working on it again and dream of playing like my mom. That’d be a miracle but hopefully someday. Playing like you would take 20 miracles but hey, God can do anything.😊

[@paulg.pollakpanske4229]

Just Amazing!!!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you!! Glory to God!

[@flamlingo3566]

Wow! Amazing gift you are Blessed with. Thank you for sharing it. ✝💗

[@Music_is_Breathing]

WOW!!!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you!! Al glory to God!

[@benjaminsciberras111]

This is just beautiful 😢 I miss Christmas already so much

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you Benjamin! This is one of my favorite Christmas pieces too!

[@mariannemay4760]

Stunning. His phrases swell and recede without ever overwhelming. Truly talented with a great sense of the music 🎶. By the way, is that all done with only ten fingers? 🎉 I love the piano.

[@aundreasmith4472]

Absolutely beautiful. What a fantastic gift he has. God has blessed you with this wonderful gift. Fantastic job!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you so much for your kind words! All Glory to God! I try to do my best with what God has given :)

[@desertfox1273]

BEAUTIFUL AND VERY DIFFICULT, BUT YOU PLAY IT WITH EASE!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you!! All glory to God! 🙏

[@bjmattson8487]

I love it. I've sung Carol of the Bells several choral groups. _If_ you wanted to add orchestration and voice parts, I think there'd be huge demand to perform your version. (I sing Alto II with the Columbus Symphony Chorus..)

[@TimothyDanielLeyba777]

WOW AMAZING! 😍

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you Timothy!! All Glory to God!

[@TimothyDanielLeyba777]

@@AndrewBoldiPiano God gave you the gift and you put in the work. Thank you for sharing your talent! 🙂

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

You're welcome! I just listened to your Silent Night cover and you have a great voice!

[@TimothyDanielLeyba777]

@@AndrewBoldiPiano ooh thank you! Can you sing too?

[@MooreMusic12]

Wonderful. One of my favourite carols 🎶😊

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you!! It's one of my favorites too and I really like that it combines it with other carols :) I also listened to your video of Christmas Time is Here! You did a great job! Keep it up!

[@MooreMusic12]

@ thank you. I have done carol of the bells too. That is my favourite. Happy new year

[@RubyW7944]

And that's a rap. I do not want to do anymore internet surfing tonight after watching and listening to that performance. Thank you so much!

[@johneeboi]

It’s a piano piece. Rap is a song style.

[@RubyW7944]

@@johneeboi A "rap" is short for wrapping things up. How old are you?

[@johneeboi]

@@RubyW7944 no, it really isn’t. The short you’re thinking of, is wrap. Have you gone to school at all?

[@RubyW7944]

@@johneeboi Shorthand.

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you so much for your kind and encouraging words! You're welcome and your comment made my day ☺️😄

[@aundreasmith4472]

You have a wonderful gift from God. Use your gift to give him Glory. God bless you and your family.

[@7vampgirl]

Ooohh Goood. AWESOME!! You MUST MUST MUST sell this incredible arrangement in musicnote. Please!!!! World needs this fantastic version!! I’d really love to play this wonder.

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

THANK YOU THANK YOU for your kind words!! I actually got this version of the Bell Carol from David Hickens so it is available to purchase :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGK3o2SneK2qp5Y Have fun practicing! It's so fun to play as well :)

[@juliegale3863]

Virtuoso

[@brainybananaproduction]

Superb!

[@ernaniguerios3956]

My sincere congratulations!!! Maestro David Hicken must be proud of you!!! FANTASTIC

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you for your kind words and support! It means a lot to me!

[@EthanBMusic]

Amazing as always. Merry Christmas! 🎄🔔🎉

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thanks! You too!

[@mariorossi8149]

Grazie, meraviglioso Andrew! Passione,sentimento, Amore......nella tua interpretazione! Tutto danza con te......tieni il ritmo della gioia, la festa, l allegria......bravissimo, eccezionale! Sicilia, Miriana 30 dicembre 2024

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Muchas gracias!!!

[@aramm1]

Bravo Andrew, so proud, nice rendition, love your unique touch! 👏👏

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you!

[@SloSpeedSlo]

Good job Andrew

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you Isaac!!!

[@ES-uf7zp]

I’m speechless. Mind blown. Love❤

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you!! All Glory to God!

[@angyangela5978]

Wow!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! Amazing!!!!!!!!! Bravo 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you!!!!!!!!!! All Glory to God!!

[@stacyflood4319]

WOW!!! Absolute perfection!!! Amazing talent young man. I just subscribed to your channel. Will certainly be listening to everything you have now and will be listening in the future ❤️

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

I am humbled by your kind words Stacy and I appreciate your support ❤️ All Glory to God

[@stacyflood4319]

@AndrewBoldiPiano Amen. You're welcome Andrew🙏🫂🙏

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you! Have a great 2025!

[@Endromek]

This is such an incredible rendition of the holiday classic, think I'll be continuing to listen to this masterpiece even as the Christmas season comes to an end! Thank you for bringing a smile to my face with this beautiful piece of music!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you for your kind words and I'm so happy it's brought a smile to my face! That just made my day :)

[@Robert-to9zv]

Wow! Fantastic playing!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Haha thanks man appreciate it! Have a great 2025!!

[@healthyplanet-b5z]

Unbelievable!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you!! Glory to God 🙏

[@LindaHodd-qg1kb]

Wow! Stunning performance!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you for your kind words! 😊

[@carlasmith7538]

Such depth, perfection and energetic passion! Excellente!!!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you!! All glory to God!!

[@mariettedemarest5173]

Beautiful. Thank you.❤

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thanks! I'm glad you enjoyed it! 😊

[@thomasmiranda3800]

Beautiful Bravo🎉

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thanks for the kind words!! 😊

[@Codeoffun91]

Thank you ❤Made my day✨🍂

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

My pleasure 😊

[@Steinweg100]

I enjoyed your voicing and modulations and that marvelous crescendo! Thank you! A joyful New Year to you! :)

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you so much for your encouragement!! Happy New Year to you as well!

[@Steinweg100]

@@AndrewBoldiPiano Why would anyone not? Whilst people are throwing explosive devises and nasty words at each other, you bring love through music? That sea of faces each of whom, if inly for a couple of hours, you are distracting from the worlds ills and sending them home, happy! Bless you and your work! It is not always easy, I remember practising Hanon in a room without some of the glass in the windows! I was only little and thought the lack of articulation was down to my not working hard enough! Have a lovely life :) You have interesting rep!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Haha yes I remember practicing Hanon too- it does get a bit repetitive after a while lol. I was so encouraged by your words! Indeed in such a tumultuous world, music does bring a temporary relaxation!

[@Steinweg100]

@@AndrewBoldiPiano I 'advanced' to only playing difficult passages from rep! So Chopin etudes, Most Rach, Lots of Bach, you know! Clementi has his moments, which is why Horowitz liked him! I cannot manage even the opening to Rach 3 now LOL ! An injured r/h and l/h affected by stroke nd stuff! However, There is a guy, btw., I highly recommend! He, overcame something akin to M.S, with Chopin etudes etc., and he produced this! kzbin.info/www/bejne/oqaVXq2IhbiLndU I think he needs more subs! I love the crescendos you make and the sheer excitement, and it does me good to hear the exuberance in your playing! and that you have the best ahead of you! There is so much mediocrity out there! I always say " Go out there and expose it for what it is" All the very best to you! And more immediately, have a pleasant day!

[@javageek123]

Every civilization that traces its history of Christianity far back into the centuries, stands apart from the rest of the world

[@Rosenblum18]

Bravo, BRAVO!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you!!

[@RegenaWallace-ri1ds]

❤ Carol of the Bells

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Yup!! One of my favorites :)

[@voiceofjeff]

Hi Andrew. You have amazing command of that piano. I hope I can buy an album you've recorded someday. Thanks for bringing a smile to my face during this season! Be well, dear friend!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thanks for the kind words - I'm so glad you enjoyed it! Have a great Christmas and new year!

[@lajohnson1967]

Amazing! Is your music available for download or hard copy to purchase?

[@mike-williams]

As the description says "Arrangement by David Hicken" . It's easy to locate and buy from the arranger's website.

[@sadabaharsinger9767]

😊 Hello My Dear Friend 🌺 🌺 Fantastically Piano 🎹 played ✨🌺 🌹 Amazing Performance 🎶 It's not easy to play but You really Played it Incredibly 🌹 🎉 Wishing 🎄 Merry Christmas 🎄 and Happy New Year 🎁 to You and Your Beautiful Family 😊❤ 🌺 Big Like 138 👍🌺 🌹Joined your Channel ✨ 382 🌹 💐💐 Regards 🌺 Laxmipriya 🎤🌺

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Many thanks for your kind words and thanks for listening! Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to your family too!!

[@patrickrwhite8354]

Hi there Andrew that was just fabulous, Loved it to the end. BRAVO!🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆💖💖💖💖🎄🎄🎄🎄🎇🎇🎆🎆🎵🎵🎵🎵🐮🐮🐄🐄💖💖 Your friendly Mooozician Patrick.🐮🐮🐮🐮🐮🐮🐮🐮🐄🐄🐮🐮🐄🐄🐮🐮🐮🐮🐮🐮 I happen to love this song your version was very unique.

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you Mooozician Patrick! 😂🐄🐮 Thank you for your kind words too!

[@patrickrwhite8354]

@@AndrewBoldiPiano Thank you so much for getting back to me. and you do look like a guy I once upon a time knew. Maybe you are a bit more handsome. how is that. Happy New year and it's a compliment for your eyes only.

[@patrickrwhite8354]

@@AndrewBoldiPiano Welcome.

[@johndekkers7845]

🤘brutal 🙂

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thanks man!

[@SloSpeedSlo]

Yooo

[@SloSpeedSlo]

Love your music

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you!!

[@AlistairKiwi]

It's like Czerny on steroids!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Haha, yeah it's a great finger agility exercise

[@jesperandersen6201]

David Hickens version

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Yup, David Hickens did indeed write this arrangement

[@samuelzayton316]

🎄 🔔 🎐

[@Bodybuilder_Rocky]

This is not his version but the Pipe organ version composed by David Hickens.😂😂 kzbin.info/www/bejne/mWGqfWqPbqecb5Ysi=TsUDBkpYw8jtxCJC

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

I got the sheet music from this video :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGK3o2SneK2qp5Y That Organ version is super cool too! Thanks for sharing!

[@Bodybuilder_Rocky]

@AndrewBoldiPiano That's also by him, the guy I mentioned. Anyways, you played it well too. 💪🏼👍🏼

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you!

[@mike-williams]

It says so in the description.

[@Bodybuilder_Rocky]

@mike-williams I know and most people don't read descriptions on the videos. That's why I wrote the comment for the people watching this video, because they do read comments. Everyone is getting the impression that it's the pianist's composition (version) of the famous carol. You can clearly read my language, I didn't say, "It's not your version." I said that this is not his version addressing to the public and not him.

[@alex-plays8407]

Well done. Why "impossible" ?

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you! One of the definitions of "impossible" in the Oxford dictionary is "very difficult to deal with" so that's the intention I have :)

[@EloiseSavry]

Wow this is amazing! I’ve just posted the same cover as well 😅 would love it you checked it out 😊

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Thank you so much!! I just listened to your version as well- it sounds great! Keep it up!

[@georgemurphy2579]

The talent is unquestionably Armenian. They are among the most gifted and wonderful people on God's Earth.

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

Haha thanks for your super kind words! Yes, I'm happy to be 100% Armenian ;)

[@georgemurphy2579]

@@AndrewBoldiPiano I sincerely hope that you are familiar with Aram Khachaturian. Some of our most beautiful music.

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

@@georgemurphy2579 Indeed he is an amazing composer! I've played his Toccata (kzbin.info/www/bejne/oZ28YZmBmLd6o5Y). Generally for Armenian composers, I've loved playing Babajanian's Vagharshapat Dance, Elegy for Khacaturian, Capriccio, among others. Baghdassarian also has a set of very nice preludes from which I've played one! I have compiled a playlist on my channel of all the Armenian pieces I've played :) kzbin.info/aero/PLVptnuS1WHiDaQE73-HVombB-F15oBy08 Thank you again and Happy New Year!!

[@marvinschock5559]

Why would there be more and less gifted people on this planet?

[@georgemurphy2579]

​@@marvinschock5559everyone counts in his own, unique personal little universe.

[@user-yt7ty9og7v]

David Hicken performed this same version of “Carol of the Bells”, 11 years ago. However, I counted at least 4 or 5 sections that Mr. Boldi omitted. Jarrod Radnich, David Hicken and many others are far better pianists - in my opinion, and I’ve been a church pianist for 32 years.

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

I got the sheet music from this video :) kzbin.info/www/bejne/jGK3o2SneK2qp5Y Indeed, David Hicken and many other pianists are far better than me! I just try to use the little I have to glorify God. Happy New Year!

[@user-yt7ty9og7v]

@ Bless you!!!

[@AndrewBoldiPiano]

May God bless you too! Have a great 2025!

[@praestant8]

Nothing impossible about ostinato arpeggios. Slamming too many tunes together demonstrates a lack of development.