Chopin - Ballade No. 4 in F Minor (4M Special)

Chopin - Ballade No. 4 in F Minor (4M Special)
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Hope you enjoy my performance of Chopin's Ballade No. 4.
Outro: Liszt - Mazeppa (Transcendental Étude No. 4)
Hello, I'm Rousseau, I make piano covers of classical and pop songs with a reactive visualizer.
#Rousseau #Piano #PianoCover

[@Rousseau]

4 MILLION SUBSCRIBERS!!!! It’s hard to believe that only 3 years ago, I was posting the first video on this channel, curious if anyone would be interested in watching it. Now, here you all are. There’s no piece I’d rather celebrate 4M subscribers with than Chopin’s Ballade No. 4, a masterclass in romantic writing and one of his finest works. Thank you for being here with me on this journey, I hope you have a wonderful Thursday

[@Mereaux]

YES LETS GOOOO We're no strangers to love You know the rules and so do I A full commitment's what I'm thinking of You wouldn't get this from any other guy I just wanna tell you how I'm feeling Gotta make you understand Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you We've known each other for so long Your heart's been aching but you're too shy to say it Inside we both know what's been going on We know the game and we're gonna play it And if you ask me how I'm feeling Don't tell me you're too blind to see Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you Never gonna give, never gonna give (Give you up) We've known each other for so long Your heart's been aching but you're too shy to say it Inside we both know what's been going on We know the game and we're gonna play it I just wanna tell you how I'm feeling Gotta make you understand Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye

[@Aharonin_n]

I don't know how to express myself Rosseau but I love you very much and you have inspired me to play the Piano, I thank you for that and I hope you can achieve all your dreams, thank you very much🥰✨

[@DemirSezer]

niice

[@Mereaux]

ballade 4 good boi.

[@lilli554]

pog

[@kuancs1]

We don't know why Rousseau has been away. But regardless of whether he has lost interest in KZbin or has some life circumstances to work out, I don't think he owes the world any more videos. He's probably spent countless hours recording classical and pop repertoire, and the least we could do is treasure it. Edit: He’s back

[@sochichionlineshop7036]

well said...

[@TheOurple]

we can still miss him though 😔

[@thomasrieding8529]

It looks like he was using Concert Creator to make the visual of his videos. But Concert Creator is non longer available… that could explain why he is gone and why he may never come back…

[@sochichionlineshop7036]

@@thomasrieding8529 dang...

[@ForeverFall]

@@thomasrieding8529 I think the reason he stopped is that KZbin has terrible copyright policies. Rousseau was getting copyright strikes for interpretations of pieces in the public domain because there were other interpretations on KZbin and KZbin basically acted as though those other interpretations were the original. Classical music content creators are pretty much screwed and receive little from monetization of videos.

[@Rousseau]

What piece should I do next?

[@DemirSezer]

something from rachmaninoff maybe

[@Lisztener]

Rage over a lost pennie! Beethoven

[@ovidiupiceorusbentoi8464]

Pagodes - Debussy

[@Choskers]

Honestly think it would be cool to see Mariage D'amour

[@Nickpiano-vx3vt]

Swan lake, please🥺

[@dracsbackd6525]

I’m sure many people have said this already but, We miss you Rousseau.

[@playspeedcode]

He would probably make a video when he hits 5 m subscribes. We’re 2000 subscribes away

[@yourlonglostdeadsoul8115]

@@playspeedcode 200,000 subscribers*

[@charlesthomas5956]

@@playspeedcode Yeah so we are prob 2 months away

[@ZakkShih]

🥺🥺🥺

[@handledav]

@@playspeedcode i hope

[@shydead1392]

Whether you're in a bad place or just bust I want you to know that there's no pressure to come back and no need to explain why it's been so long. We miss you and hope to hear more of your playing soon but only come back if you really want to. You've been my greatest inspiration and I will forever cherish your channel no matter what happens.

[@lilac2698]

I hate when people go around saying "Chopin is overrated!!" after only listening to one Nocturne by him. He's definitely one of the most favorite composers of all time if not the most favorite for me.

[@thetoughguy5831]

It depends, for example op 9 no 2 and fantasie Impromptu is overplayed

[@lilac2698]

@@thetoughguy5831 I understand that, but considering all his other works too, I think he's an absolute genius.

[@darkhafgor]

Yep, if you consider his Ballades, Nocturnes, Sonatas, Scherzos you will definitely think twice before calling him overrated, the quality of his music is almost always consistently incredible, for the piano repertoire he is definitely at the top

[@fredericchopin4866]

Thanks.

[@gatoconcollardecampana9824]

Ñ

[@anushaimran4079]

*Words cannot describe this masterpiece* -Words

[@brozomicki-sothe307]

Lmao that’s really funny

[@murilopreto3710]

hahaah I really liked this paradox

[@GuilhermeMichel]

Shakespeare could.

[@Mereaux]

A

[@sambenmoser1240]

@@murilopreto3710 why paradox?

[@lukewithann7256]

I am really starting to miss this channel. There's just nobody else who plays these awesome piano pieces on this level. I hope everything is alright.

[@kairon5249]

i haven't heard anyone play those arpeggios in the coda with that speed and accuracy, this guys technique is impeccable. that being said i still prefer Traums interpretation

[@dankr7009]

Kristian zimmerman for me. Master of the ballades. Love his performances of mainly ballade 4 1 and 3

[@ack7956]

@@dankr7009 Zimmerman's 2 and 3 are my favorites of those, rly didn't like his 1 and 4 tho. Idk why, it was a long time ago that I gave them all a listen xd

[@beastasfiist]

Respect to Rousseau but there are many pianists playing these pieces better than him. I like seong jin cho for the ballades

[@charlesthomas5956]

Guys. He actually posted something in the community tab: One BILLION views!!!! This is one of the hardest milestones to believe, to think that these videos have reached so many people, is truly insane. Thank you to each and every one of you. Unfortunately, there won’t be a video to celebrate this milestone just yet, nor for Christmas this year, due to some sad life circumstances. Though, for now, I wish you all the very best for Christmas and the New Year, and I’ll see you all again soon enough. Hope that helps

[@pxrw2585]

yo Rousseau, wherever you are, just know we love and appreciate you, your videos inspire and motivate us, so if you are going through a hard time, keep your head up king!!👑

[@ozyk20227]

He forgot his password

[@ozyk20227]

I think

[@PianoGermination]

Let's hope he has still been practicing 😬; He's doomed if he hasn't practiced for a year

[@MariaWoods99]

@@ozyk20227 Why not use the Forgot Password feature then?

[@lericard]

reviens akhy

[@analauracarrillo659]

I don’t think people understand that this man has already probably played his entire repertoire of piano pieces, and learning new ones, mastering them to the point of being able to post it onto KZbin where millions will see it, takes months to learn. More so classical pieces. It’s the sad truth, but this’ll probably be how Rousseau will continue to upload

[@harrylund2795]

Well said.

[@musiclyceum]

well said

[@guin4356]

True! We don't appreciete his effort enough. More to be said among that is that he also does this insane editing on his videos. You can see the notes look like some particles coming out of his piano while playing. Looks awesome, it's a pleasure to look at!

[@analauracarrillo659]

@@guin4356 yup !

[@hunterepicness4303]

I don't think non musicians understand that it is actually a blessing to be able to play as much as Rousseau can. At his current level, he can probably sight read very well, therefore, it will probably take him a day or two to learn an entire piece that could take a novice months.

[@WesCoastPiano]

"Chopin is the greatest of them all, for with the piano alone he discovered everything." - Claude Debussy

[@alexyu8951]

not sun tzu for once pog

[@tomspray5961]

He said the thing give him likes

[@quarkonium3795]

@@alexyu8951 Some people think Debussy just stole that quote from Sun Tzu for the clout

[@alexyu8951]

@@quarkonium3795 nah sun tzu was like 450bc or something like confusious plato archamedis time period if u get what I mean,

[@quarkonium3795]

@@alexyu8951 I’m aware

[@crowsab5291]

Rousseau hasn't posted in 13 months yet I just now subscribed. A truly timeless channel. The amount of talent that this guy has is ludicrous. I've played piano for 10+ years and I can't even imagine being able to play anywhere near this good. Perfect accuracy, and perfect emotion in his playing.

[@sou7444]

I wonder if Rousseau is ok…

[@crowsab5291]

@@sou7444 what might warrant that worry?

[@TheOfficialGuineaPigOfYoutube]

@@crowsab5291 maybe because he has been gone for so long

[@wadabid6165]

Talent? More like work and constancy. He may be gifted but the amount of hours he probably dedicated to the piano is unmeasurable

[@Stancotangent]

lol 10+ years u cant be this goos ur a failure

[@kalletorner4591]

How had nobody said anything about 9:30 yet, I just wish that short melody could keep going forever🥲

[@_Thepianisti_]

1 million ballade no:1 4 million ballade no:4 Rousseau planned very logical

[@3hm5]

Yo

[@Mereaux]

We're no strangers to love You know the rules and so do I A full commitment's what I'm thinking of You wouldn't get this from any other guy I just wanna tell you how I'm feeling Gotta make you understand Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you We've known each other for so long Your heart's been aching but you're too shy to say it Inside we both know what's been going on We know the game and we're gonna play it And if you ask me how I'm feeling Don't tell me you're too blind to see Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you Never gonna give, never gonna give (Give you up) We've known each other for so long Your heart's been aching but you're too shy to say it Inside we both know what's been going on We know the game and we're gonna play it I just wanna tell you how I'm feeling Gotta make you understand Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye

[@kalashnikov2471]

Then where are ballade no 2 and 3 if that so ???

[@thesparkingpianist363]

@@3hm5 yo

[@JoseT2705]

@@Mereaux Aaaaaa Fuck

[@luke9228]

Guys even though he hasn't uploaded in ages he still uploads on Spotify so he's doing okay!

[@luke9228]

@@northernwinds. pastoral romance

[@ItsMinceraft]

Oh thank god he’s all right

[@ExOArc]

That spotify account is an unverified account, which doesn't guarantee Rousseau is back. He has left YT due to personal reasons as per his Twitter post in Late December 2021, and there is no official notice about Rousseau continuing on Spotify, or any social media platform. His discord staff member are also unaware of why Rousseau left, and when will he be returning.

[@raner2367]

@@ExOArc He left because concert creator shut down xD

[@ExOArc]

@@raner2367 First of all, Concert Creator was launched way after Rousseau's channel began. Second of all, Concert Creator was Shut down in June 2022, while Rousseau left YT in December 2021.

[@jasonhoch7105]

I grew up in a family of musicians. Both grandmas and my mom played piano. I was taken to recitals and symphonies with the best of the best performing. I’ve heard this played countless times, and it’s my favorite Chopin piece of all time. In my almost 40 years on this Earth, I have never heard this performed so perfectly (esp the rubato timing). Incredible work, and thank you.

[@gaiang247]

He does play this one very well which honestly caught me off guard as usually i find his phrasing to be pretty plain

[@kavimontanaro7976]

I've always thought of this as the one I want played at my funeral. No prayers, no sermons, just this.

[@tracyavent-costanza346]

it was okay but kind of dragged on. I gather that was trendy in the day, but musically I think the best work kind of gets to the point sooner. Just my $.02 and not a pronuncement that means that much.

[@ack7956]

Glad someone else agrees! I've listened to the famous classics, like Zimmerman's and Rubinstein's recordings of the ballade 4, but this one is honestly my favorite by a significant margin.

[@eifach]

Hey Rousseau, you inspired me a lot to play piano. Without you I wouldn't have found my passion for this instrument and music in general. Thank you for everything!

[@argute_s]

The classique bagutte

[@Mereaux]

Eifach ok

[@playingmusic5693]

I love your profile picture lol

[@daslkw7544]

Me too. I started again playing because of him

[@mattdp5554]

Same

[@noahholt9750]

Does anyone else listen to Rousseau every day while studying? His music is enjoyable on a different level! I have attempted to replicate his covers and his pure talent on the piano, but I can vouch that this man is simply a rare and exceptional talent. Congratulations to Rousseau, and don’t stop now

[@thecubingduck]

Well, no hate, but it isn't 'his' music. He just plays and covers old classical pieces

[@lucid3563]

@@thecubingduck Yes but it's his skill playing it.

[@probablynot1368]

It’s been years since I was in school; however, I listen to his piano playing while preparing dinner, or while I’m sitting on my balcony, enjoying a cup of coffee and the Sunday newspaper.

[@lucid3563]

@@probablynot1368 Yep that's how you do it.

[@villanfn1935]

@@thecubingduck I’m sure he improvises good pieces too, just because he plays others pieces doesn’t make him any less of a musician

[@jacobatuma7866]

This is his 4 Mil special video. He is now on he’s way to 5 Mil without uploading a single new video since this one. This truly shows his immense talent and skill. Wherever he may be and whatever he may do. No one else on the internet can play like this. The perfection, emotion and pauses… I can’t even express how inspiring he is, but I don’t need to either. The fact that he almost have 5 mil is the proof of what he gives to the world. I love you and miss you Rousseau! Wish you all the best this world has to give ❤

[@tinyky2598]

This channel is a timeless gem on KZbin. Even if he's ran his course on this platform, he's left us with a ton of great performances to enjoy! Endless replay value

[@thesweatychild]

When the world needed him the most, he disappeared. COME BACK ROUSSEAU

[@enzorodrigo1060]

He's probably practicing for his next post, these pieces are difficult so they require months of intensive training.. (Even absent he is working for us)

[@opoojoanne3892]

According to his Instagram he’s dealing with some sad life circumstances 😢

[@noob_stuff]

@@edwindepianist I hope that is some shitty joke

[@nino2278]

@@noob_stuff probably a typo

[@zah_old_acc]

He is most likely waiting for 5m to do another special. But the second option is that he lost his account password again. We haven't heard from him since the last video, which is this one.

[@jerrys_milk]

I used to think Rousseau plays with a minimal amount of interpretation, just following exactly as the score says. This rendition just proved me wrong. Especially the coda. This interpretation of the 4th ballade coda gives me the chills like no other.

[@Plejaden]

Same but then I found out that there is an app that lets you copy the same notes you play

[@MiScusi69]

@@Plejaden how is it called?

[@ludwig4029]

@@MiScusi69 i think he might be talking about softwares that can record midi or synthesia

[@MiScusi69]

@@ludwig4029 ahhhh thx

[@kestrel3509]

Its actually true, but not today.

[@pianuoso]

Chopin died in his 30s, he composed such iconic pieces which made him alive again, totally a wonderful ballade. Well done Rousseau.

[@uchiha_mdra]

OMG,30? HE is on of the most genius musicians in the world,top composer in my playlist

[@uchiha_mdra]

if he were live 60 he will give us more masterpieces,so sad.Sorry for my English

[@galaxy.9162]

@@uchiha_mdraYou have great english dont apologize!

[@Lisztito1811]

​@@uchiha_mdraAt 39 actually.

[@galaxy.9162]

6:43 Is so beautiful gives me chills and makes me want to cry. Hearing the main theme just change keys and sound even more beautiful is amazing.

[@williamli4129]

Chopin’s ballades require much dedication to learn, one must have much determination to master it. The longest ballade among the 4, is 12 minutes long. The first theme undergoes four cumulative transformations and lot of decorations, while the development of 2nd theme heightens the music’s texture and complexity. Overall, an amazing masterpiece by Chopin, how a mere mortal created this, still makes me wonder 🥺🥺

[@ufab9058]

It's even crazier how this was created in just about a year, it's amazing how he could create such things even tho he died very, very young.

[@vega2233]

this is one of those pieces that just draws you in. its hypnotizing, mesmerizing, mind blowing, just absolutely incredible.

[@lilac2698]

Hypnotizing

[@vega2233]

@@lilac2698 that's right! english is not my native language, sorry :p

[@thintellect6103]

Rousseau!! I doubt you will see this but, I’ve been playing for about a year now, and looking back, without all of these videos you put up I probably wouldn’t have made nearly as much progress, maybe even quit. Because every day I can watch these videos and think to myself, I’m gonna play that one day. This really motivates me! And I just wanted to give an extra thanks to you because you gave me and tons of people extra motivation, and I know these pieces can take months to perfect, so doing that must be very stressful “just for KZbin.” But never forget this isn’t just for KZbin, it’s for millions of people you inspire. These months of work will turn into years, decades, of people playing these same pieces because of your help! If it weren’t for me writing this message while listening to this beautiful piece maybe I wouldn’t be teary eyed. Thank you, Rousseau!

[@imakevid]

Wherever you are Rousseau I will always remember you when I grow older. Your channel has always brought me joy when I'm down and I'm infinitely great ful for your channel:) EDIT: HE IS ALIVE AND WELL YAY

[@SweatNshine1106]

Bro is he dead ?

[@Elliott_101]

@@SweatNshine1106 think so

[@ElSanSiroErikku]

​@@SweatNshine1106 nah

[@PianoMan333]

Chopin is the master of romantic music.

[@GUILLOM]

No

[@taxfraud2724]

True

[@Itibitydetsku]

As a much that i love Chopin, Liszt or other composer i will say the master of romantic music is Beethoven.

[@aaravonkeys8584]

editor: How many patterns and colours do you want?? Rosseau: Yes

[@Rousseau]

So I'm just talking to myself now? I'm not going crazy I swear.

[@iEatSquid_SMM2]

@@Rousseau When you’re the amazing editor moment :0

[@aaravonkeys8584]

@@Rousseau That explains why the quality of your videos are amazing :)

[@briaharris183]

@@Rousseau 😱 so u do both!!! AMAZING!!

[@emanueldosanjosvitoria6421]

@@Rousseau Why don't you answer me?, I just wanted to know what piano you use, make and model!

[@danielayokhai4657]

ROUSSEAU POSTING I’M ALIVE IS EVERYTHING!!!!

[@lastbornrelic3430]

Goodbye Rousseau,appreciate the music over the years,thanks

[@zegaoyi]

chopin's ballade no. 4, the best of all 4 ballades in my opinion. this is the most perfect pick for a subscriber special - this piece is so delicate, yet so dramatic, so emotional... the epitome of a romantic-era piece... so beautiful and sublime ❤ classical music is timeless, and it's a pity how so many people fail to realise how truly awesome and powerful it is..

[@ckchang-wg2lw]

Fax

[@jackknight4616]

What about ballade 1 g sharp minor?? Just saying

[@hanshi3831]

In my opinion, it's Chopin's greatest masterpiece. Perfection from start to finish. I just love it so much. 💜

[@javierlim2161]

Hello zGaoyi

[@gabrielsia4578]

@@jackknight4616 ballade 1 is also one of my fav

[@fredericfrancoischopin2125]

That's right, I'm a genius

[@charlottederothschild4285]

This piece is dedicated to me, Thank's Chopin !

[@arne8622]

Lol 🤣

[@jb105wastaken]

Nah your decent though 💀

[@nicki5519]

@@jb105wastakenbro called him “mid”💀💀💀

[@NikovThePerson]

Indeed, you're being very real for that. Chopin.

[@PaphosLife]

Wherever you are Rousseau, I hope you are happy. You have brought great pleasure to millions of people, myself included. and I only wish you well.

[@PaphosLife]

He just posted on Facebook! "I'm alive. See you soon."

[@TheGRTrain]

I've come back to realize that Rousseau has been gone for sometime now. Rousseau, you are the reason I picked up my piano again and started learning on my own. You're the reason I can play Chopin Op 28 No. 4 and Gymnopedie No. 1. Just want you to know that you are an inspiration and I'm sure we all appreciate your talent and effort making these videos. I hope you're doing well Rousseau. Thank you so much and take care.

[@galaaragongalvez111]

Hmmm... Looks like someone reached day 4 with simply piano! Jokes aside, congrats, you are amazing❤️

[@UserName-dm2lx]

I wanna keep this at 4 likes just because they reached 4 mil

[@4thsuponinversion743]

@@UserName-dm2lx U mean 4 mil likes?

[@UserName-dm2lx]

@@4thsuponinversion743 no Rosseau made 4 million subs and I wanted to keep it at 4 like to be the same, but 400 would be better

[@4thsuponinversion743]

@@UserName-dm2lx Rosseau got 4 mil so there should be 4 mil likes

[@UserName-dm2lx]

@@4thsuponinversion743 yeah I only thought of that after I replied lol

[@niclopez4248]

I don’t know what’s higher, the quality of these edits or the amount of people he has inspired to play piano with them.

[@yahyakhazbak4713]

bro i cant stop hearing it because it still in my mind and soo good beatiful romantic sad terrefying thank you rousseau u always play pieces 100% no mistakes

[@Pianist_CH]

He is back!!

[@Kaealt]

What a milestone. I'm so privileged to have been along for the ride. Many grats

[@iEatSquid_SMM2]

It indeed has been a journey, Rick

[@briaharris183]

Still waiting for him to cover your song?

[@danielthonk7481]

Rousseau you introduced me to classical music, I'll before be greatful to you for that. I've now been playing the piano for a year and it's hard to believe how much you changed my life. Thank you.

[@Dylonely42]

Same

[@MicoAquinoComposer]

Same

[@pedrosaune]

I think a lot of people had been inspired and presented to classical music by Rousseau (and Kassia)

[@Dylonely42]

@@pedrosaune Indeed

[@ruthsalgado6775]

Hi thonk

[@ooizhixiangmoe2992]

HE IS BACK!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@_ilbro_2_on_youtube]

We miss you Rousseau😢. From italy

[@LukeFaulkner]

I like the way he uses different midi styles to demarcate the different sections 👌

[@phoneminlwin5160]

You again

[@phoneminlwin5160]

I always see you in piano videos

[@m.moonsie]

it's the best he can do

[@ErikCPianoman]

One of the greatest solo piano works of all time. It seems like it has a little bit of everything and manages to weave it all into one cohesive composition. Lovely playing. Thanks for sharing! Fantasy in F minor would be the next big Chopin solo work I'd love to see.

[@Dylonely42]

Totally agreed. The whole piece is geniusly awesome, especially this freaking badass coda !

[@vishwakmusic9314]

@@Dylonely42 I don't think Rousseau's gonna post again. he literally posted ONLY 5 videos in WHOLE 2020. Yes I totally agree he posted a lot of videos in the past but I don't he's gonna come again like for a 2 or 3 months?

[@vishwakmusic9314]

@@Dylonely42 Yes it was an AMAZING Coda!

[@hida7962]

unfortunately I don't think the fantasy would appeal to a lot of the youtube fanbase...

[@killer408cid]

It's funny that you said "cohesive", because I was just debating someone the other day over whether Ballade No. 1 or No. 4 was the better piece. While No. 1 is amazing (and yes, I think it shines brighter than No. 4 in many places), and while every...single....one of the sections in it are amazing, they are not tied together quite as well as the pieces of No. 4. If that makes sense. In some ways, No. 1 is more of a rhapsody. No. 4 is indeed, by modern musical standards, more consistent thematically...more "cohesive".

[@gorillatagking7276]

Because of you I want to play the piano now. Can’t afford a teacher but I’m really determined to work really hard on it myself and learn.

[@amateursoundz6262]

I wonder how many people have been introduced to great classical pieces by Rousseau!

[@Dylonely42]

I'm among them

[@sankalp_gupta]

And me too

[@trifauzi3466]

yeah, me

[@ngocthanhle6199]

4milion ppl ofc(and still rising)

[@nocturnalvisionmusic]

Me on this list too :D Got to rediscover a lot of beloved ones too :) love them even more now :3

[@yeet4284]

waited so so long for this one, premieres in a minute, its like a dream come true. thank you so much for this.

[@Franz_Liszt_Korean]

Agree

[@Mereaux]

yes chopin

[@qalaphyll]

@‮001 arffizC he is not the same guy

[@qalaphyll]

i think

[@Mereaux]

@‮001 arffizC c

[@vickiechen6706]

CAN WE ALL APPRECIATE HOW MUCH TIME ROUSSEAU TAKES TO LEARN THESE PIECES FOR US? THANKS ROUSSEAU!

[@Joseph-ny9wd]

10 months he better come back with some heat, I know he will

[@ICExFS]

@@Joseph-ny9wd let’s hope

[@briandang5869]

@@ICExFS imagine he comes back with Sorabji or some shit

[@Armissimo]

@@briandang5869 dude imagine if he uploaded opus clavicenbalisticum

[@Hammerter]

You do know that’s an ai playing right? It says in the bottom of the description AND IN the about page.

[@pabloasdasdasdasdasasd1609]

He's back guys❤

[@Grandesecole]

My favorite Ballade. Has so much story and a depth of sheer emotion.....always waters my eyes.

[@maskon2024]

YOOO HE FOUND HIS PASSWORD Edit: It seems like he lost it again :(

[@skylandie]

Only one week has passed since the previous video.

[@andrewberde2356]

@@skylandie they posted abt 5 videos in between 3 mil and 4 mil.

[@Mereaux]

Ok

[@skylandie]

@@andrewberde2356 OK.

[@Santi-ej1uq]

QUE DIGOO (Ñ)

[@pellesensibile]

Ascoltare questa ballata, magari guardarla proiettata dal letto, viaggiare a bordo di ogni nota… è una meditazione, è amore 🫶

[@tcrbx]

He’s coming back!

[@MihokoriTogozo]

I remember when 1 million special happened I stayed late in the office to watch it. And now it's Pandemic so I am watching this one from the comfort of my home.

[@kavarthionugaz4200]

I am watching from school lol

[@Mereaux]

never gonna give you up..

[@jeromus9996]

I love how the colour represents the polish flag since Chopin himself is Polish.

[@abrakadaniel5908]

Why does everyone have to state the obvious in the comments...

[@fringe_piano]

@@abrakadaniel5908 why does everyone have to reply negatively to comments that are just trying to inform people

[@fringe_piano]

@iWolfz exactly, this. :)

[@seba_dud]

I didn't either!

[@abhilashs2264]

WW2 intensifies...

[@christianjay6349]

I saw his instagram post and he said he's back ❤️ finally king

[@vitten7667]

that aged like milk

[@secj999]

guys hes back!!

[@CristianoRonaldo70961]

WE NEED YOU COME BACK PLEASE YOUR FANS ARE WAITING PLEASE DUDE COME BAAAAACK

[@ymhwja]

it feels like it was just yesterday that he uploaded his 3 million subs special… man time flies! Congrats Rousseau, and go celebrate ☺️thank you being the biggest inspiration :)

[@Mereaux]

never gonna give you up... We're no strangers to love You know the rules and so do I A full commitment's what I'm thinking of You wouldn't get this from any other guy I just wanna tell you how I'm feeling Gotta make you understand Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you We've known each other for so long Your heart's been aching but you're too shy to say it Inside we both know what's been going on We know the game and we're gonna play it And if you ask me how I'm feeling Don't tell me you're too blind to see Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you Never gonna give, never gonna give (Give you up) We've known each other for so long Your heart's been aching but you're too shy to say it Inside we both know what's been going on We know the game and we're gonna play it I just wanna tell you how I'm feeling Gotta make you understand Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye Never gonna tell a lie and hurt you Never gonna give you up Never gonna let you down Never gonna run around and desert you Never gonna make you cry Never gonna say goodbye

[@polygondeath2361]

I suspect Rousseau hasn’t just left us for good. Hopefully he is just preparing for the 5 million subscriber special

[@AJTheShawg]

Hopefully.

[@akiya-kun]

PLEASE COME BACK ROUSSEAU we all miss ur beautiful piano play 😭😢

[@redhotphoenixgamer6009]

I think he’s learning new song to play for us

[@bloxhedude7655]

@@redhotphoenixgamer6009 it’s been 10 months he’s probably taking a break from KZbin or something

[@iscribbleovermywork8009]

He has said in his insta and in community posts that he is dealing with sad life circumstances.

[@PluvioZA]

Wonderful! 9:10 onwards... that harmony into that heaviness. It demanded all of my attention and I had to give it.

[@Shin_0124]

I won't go without leaving my comment, I remember as if it was yesterday playing the piano in my school, waiting every week to be Thursday to listen to a Rousseau's new video. Thanks for being my inspiration for more than 2 years and you'll continue being it, congrats for the 4 million subscribers!

[@_bond_1]

Im pretty sure that many fans and ppl have said this but we miss you Rousseau!

[@JaiRoadToGreatness]

The legend is back

[@jarv1s777]

*When the world needed him most he came back*

[@Jack-jq2tn]

imagine if he returns at 5 million subscribers...

[@3hm5]

Welcome back king 👑 👑

[@emanueldosanjosvitoria6421]

It will be a year without Rousseau! That sad.

[@Mw3_clips1]

Yeah I hope they are alright

[@arshraghuvanshi2039]

I feel so fortunate to listen to this live. A beautiful piece by Chopin + The amazing performance of Rousseau = Music that you can vibe to.

[@ckchang-wg2lw]

Fax

[@brozomicki-sothe307]

Fax

[@Prrrkp]

Oh my god,another Chopin with Rousseau’s hands on top. Wow 🤩

[@AVeryOldLady4397]

We miss you brother. Hope all is well.

[@legion7344]

We will miss you Rousseau.

[@kq1pk664]

Rousseau, we all really appreciate you and I really hope you are doing okay. The way you play reliefs my stress, I am happy that this community shows a lot of positivity.

[@Emi-vi1mb]

He will coming back ! He make a post on instagram !

[@Fhennn]

Rosseau has been gone for a while. The pieces he played saved me from not just depression but also suicide. Wherever you are man i thank you for existing. I hope ur doing something right now that makes you happy, for now ill just keep listening to these pieces again and again and treasure your videos. U are a great pianist man! i respect you

[@Teaddybear-editzfootball]

Everyone make sure to sub when he gets to 5m he might post and we’ll have prove he’s alive Edit: we can’t live without you Roseau

[@ortholol]

Can’t confirm that but hope Rousseau does come back!

[@Teaddybear-editzfootball]

@@ortholol ye, there’s a good chance he will bc every milestone he got to he made a video

[@lapalapa9103]

When I listen to Bach I see someone with culture, a man who fights against ignorance. When I listen to Mozart I see someone with natural talent, an indisputable genius. When I listen to Beethoven I see someone fearful, who fights against fate. But when I listen to Chopin... I see a tormented man, someone who suffers, and who through his works tries to comfort himself. As if with these melodies he was trying to tell himself that yes, that life is not fair, but giving up will not change anything, it will continue its course and it is better to continue. When I listen to Chopin I see myself.

[@khenrichplayzaltaccount6756]

You helped me explain the feelings I'm trying to figure out for years, still figuring it out but you helped me

[@arvid_music]

what do you see when you listen to Déež?

[@Stancotangent]

when i listen to you i hear annoying farm chicken noises

[@Nina-lt6gs]

That was very poetic

[@trebleclef9844]

@@Stancotangent when i listen to you i hear your father driving away to get the milk

[@mina5115]

Incredible. I have never seen someone playing piano like this, every key sounds good when you play it and I still don’t know how you’re doing this but it sounds wonderful

[@lucasionica]

Pentagon , Hexagon , Heptagon , Rousseau is gone

[@turq_]

I miss Rousseau. The talent and level of playing that makes him the first recording I go to when searching a piano piece is what makes his channel a true treasure. Hope he comes back someday

[@charlesthomas5956]

According to his community tab, instagram, and twitter. He is going through some sad life circumstances. I think he will return at april or may and post a extremly hard piano piece

[@nintendianajones64]

Chopin killed him

[@dwacheopus]

i saw liszt also

[@Rousseau]

What is your favorite piece by Chopin?

[@loganm2924]

Etude Op 25 no 7, so lyrical and tragic.

[@DemirSezer]

probably 48/1

[@SOULPIANIST]

Minute waltz and Fantasie Impromptu

[@Lisztener]

I love Ballade no.1 in g minor I love it so much :)

[@meirantisetiani8484]

My favorite Chopin's piece is ALL CHOPIN'S pieces. Especially when it's done by YOU!

[@taxfraud2724]

10:11-10:18 love those chord progressions

[@malllllkaii]

It's very magical

[@istvanfarago6684]

Dramatic, beautiful, prestigious, in my opinion one of the most beautiful moments in the history of the piano music. It is pleasant music to my ears

[@taxfraud2724]

@@istvanfarago6684 yes indeed!

[@phenometal2420]

The only part i love in this piece

[@cristiannastasache3007]

thats a curse

[@waca_waca_]

10:10 I completely lost it not gunna lie

[@thetoadking7414]

it's been over 16 months since this mans uploaded his 4 million sub special, and yet he's still getting close to 5 million

[@TheRealChopin]

YOURE BACKK

[@rob1016ny]

If we can get him to 5mil, maybe he will return. We can hope.

[@adwiqxhh]

Yes ;))

[@piano40hrs91]

Rousseau, we haven't heard from you for months. Come back.

[@macreeser3702]

9:14-10:19 has to be the best thing ive ever heard

[@ThePianolorian]

Tomorrow is my 1 year anniversary for deciding to start playing piano. Thank you for inspiring me. It is the best gift I could ever recieve. I still have a long way to go before I reach your skill level, but when I do, I will come back here and thank you again.

[@avi_mint]

Good luck!

[@r.xstudios2391]

One of Chopin’s best pieces in my opinion. What a great way to celebrate 4 million subs! Congrats Rousseau!

[@fewlake3899]

let's gooo, glad you're alive!

[@AndersLindFan]

He'll have to do a 5M Special soon.

[@skraylers]

Where are you 😭😩 ??

[@cheese9533]

i’ve never been so happy in my life. no piece can compare to this. i don’t know how to explain it, it’s just magical

[@musiclyceum]

agree

[@elenitapianohoy3114]

it is. When you are a genious these things happen and make you remember we are simple mortals. but some are more than that

[@locloclocloc0103]

we ready for 5m subs

[@coolcaden26]

RIP Rousseau. Maybe he’ll come back soon, hopefully at 5 million (almost there). Hopefully this video doesn’t go down as the last video.

[@EK-ey6qd]

RIP what, is rousseau dead?

[@coolcaden26]

@@EK-ey6qd no, I said he would hopefully come back at 5 mil. I don’t think he’s dead. I hope not.

[@athaofficial4219]

​@E K he died at a car accident

[@coolcaden26]

@@athaofficial4219 wait nah fr?

[@unofficialmaxzack22]

@@coolcaden26 no it's a joke Car accident is pretty overused So it's very obvious it's a joke However car accidents are very common The joke could also be a truth (I'm sorry I'm very negative)

[@memememememe5981]

we miss you:((