Christian Li, Timothy Young - Bazzini: La ronde des Lutins

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Music video by Christian Li, Timothy Young performing Bazzini: La ronde des Lutins. © 2020 Decca Music Group Limited
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[@meraldlag4336]

The subtitles really gave me a greater insight of just what was going on

[@saradragon94]

🤣🤣🤣

[@theo5069]

Haha

[@robertwang9132]

Adam Geller 🤣🤣🤣🤣

[@hrushikesh708]

Lol

[@levinmercado2567]

🎶🎶🎶🎶🎶

[@prasanna046]

Oh my god,what a talent . I cannot believe my eyes . God bless you Christian !

[@alexsaldarriaga8318]

Wow! I'm speechless. The best (and most enjoyable!) version I've ever seen or heard of this piece in my 46 years of violin playing. He's not just a technical wonder. There is great elan and style to his playing that immeasurably surpasses his age. This was mature wizardry of the highest order. I just hope he will enjoy his childhood and grow up to be a happy, kind, loving, and well-adjusted person and not end up as just another burned-out prodigy who hates his parents.

[@amanullah1707]

What a wonderful and insightful comment!

[@jasond6890]

Well the old Chinese professor who used to teach him once said, he was the one violin kid he'd ever seen who enjoyed playing the violin the most. And he voluntarily switched from playing piano to playing the violin... So I'd guess Christian Li is happy with the way he practice?

[@Clanshort]

Yes there is a very old spirit in a young body.

[@plate5898]

Omg i didnt know thta happend

[@mas3ymd]

One doesn't become this accomplished unless the motivation comes from within. Especially at such a young age.

[@antoniosantossantos5827]

Volví a disfrutar de un pieza de música clásica.. cada vez que veo esa virtud la considero una bendición de Dios

[@nathatleue]

the SKILL, the MEMORISATION, them BOW STROKES AND LEFT HAND PIZZICATO perfection

[@lanshinchang3940]

If I close my eyes, I won't believe this music piece was played by a 13 years old. He was so amazing. He played this piece with such a swiftly skill and detailed touch. Love it. It seems that all the music notes are dancing in the air.

[@jackburgess8579]

Christian was only 12 when this video was posted. (His 13th birthday wouldn't be for another 7 months.)

[@base12_mathematics]

THAT IS EVEN MORE INCREDIBLE! @.@ @@jackburgess8579

[@janjyrgalbay7930]

❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉Браво!!!

[@serena_wuznot_here]

I love how Christian Li plays the violin. The sound is just like so smooth, and I bet millions of people outside the world love his style of playing the strings. The accuracy is like so awesome, and how the bow bounces of the string. He is also doing pizzicato with his left hand! So awesome. Continue to surpass people outside this world. !!!

[@factstudioofficial93]

He didn't play it to my ears, but straight to my soul, I can't sit still every time I hear him play. Now, I can recognize him with just the sound of his violin alone.

[@shin-i-chikozima]

He is an Alchemist of the violin , and the greatness of his performance is off the charts, and beyond compare

[@tns-rox]

Although I've enjoyed classical music for 50 years, I feel that I've never really heard the violin until now. The beauty and majesty of the violin has at last been revealed to me. Thank you, Christian, for introducing me to the wonders of this instrument. You are a phenomenal artist.

[@Richard-coom-bucket]

Holy moly. The accuracy when he continuously hits the same note over those different strings at 2:00 is shocking and so freaking difficult. It's amazing how he makes so many performances and recordings on all these insanely challenging pieces.

[@malcolmledger176]

@yafargo What a miserable thing to say about this child.

[@andretsou5667]

yafargo lmao too salty because you can’t appreciate amazing talent. It’s ok man, I’ll let you bawl your brains out.

[@Gillie2tat]

@yafargo Children who are musical like this live for the music and nothing else. It will be interesting to watch him develop.

[@gopractice96]

@yafargo don't say that about a kid. smoking? really? if you watch his interviews and listen to his playing it's evident he is very passionate about violin and performing. he has a joy for playing and does other activites that 'normal kids' do. while there are many prodigies that are forced into it by parents i don't think you can assume the same about everyone. just by listening, i highly doubt you can create such a compelling and musical performance if it's your parents forcing you to practice. it's true violin should not be all he is doing, since the stress from having to play for several concerts/competitions is very real, but that does not mean that all prodigies are kids who hate their parents and have problems in their lives. don't be so negative, you can express concern without hating on the child.

[@Vict0rHy]

@yafargo I hear jealousy

[@xxhellorockyxx]

My high school orchestra: *sounds like dying rats while playing the Star Wars theme* Christian Li:

[@nayli133]

😹lmao

[@marcellodeangelis573]

Christian Li: When I was young I also sounded like a dying rat!

[@thomaslovesbulking69]

Marcello De Angelis not funny at all

[@marcellodeangelis573]

@@thomaslovesbulking69 There is no point in responding to others. Complete the sentence. Make us laugh.

[@nichenzhe8518]

Marcello De Angelis lol lmfao

[@WillT25]

Christian’s technique is only surpassed by his great attitude while performing. 🎉 Great joy watching his brilliance and enthusiasm! Would love to see him perform double Bach with Teo.

[@uzefulvideos3440]

Had KZbin on Autoplay in the background and was amazed by this great performance. Almost choked on my pancake when I saw who was playing it... This is unbelievable...

[@softlytone1149]

There are many amazing child violinists. But only few who interprets music like how Christian does. He brings the best out of it and leaves us wanting more.

[@interculturalcommunication8481]

I feel exactly the same. He’s just mesmerising!

[@stranraerwal]

check on TEO GERTLER from Croatia

[@nikolajovanovic3312]

I dont want to ruin ur opinion of him but, lets be real, he is forced to practice. I dont say he hates violin, but this kid is forced imp.

[@dingdingbella6521]

@@nikolajovanovic3312 In an interview about his debut album he seemed very passionate about the music he was recording. and he said on average he practises 2 hours a day on weekdays that does not sound forced

[@nikolajovanovic3312]

@@dingdingbella6521 bruh...on and interveiw he can also say what he is forced to say. People with strict parents are best liars. Maybe he is a genius of violin, but, maybe he is not. You choose what you want to believe.

[@JH-su6jj]

When my little boy loves watching it again and again, I know this is truly the best version. Super talent!

[@thinking8774]

Wow this kid has so much talent he should treat himself, NOW

[@spectatewatch9943]

this generation is not completely ruined :)

[@barbarat6341]

Definitely, this is my favorite of his performances. It's as if he's been playing for decades. Bravo.

[@adriandegraaf2444]

Can't believe this: amazing technique: down-bow spiccato and left-hand pizzicato and double-stop trills and also an amazing lyrical passage. A joy to listen to, Christian.

[@patrickwangrui]

yas

[@chocolatecosmos4354]

The performance is getting more and more sophisticated. This time the pianists are especially wonderful.

[@LingLingsDistantRelative]

This is so clean and amazing!

[@ricardotramirez]

Ling Ling's Distant Relative omg...that bow control seems unattainable

[@samuelyao3811]

卧槽怎么又特么是你

[@samuelyao3811]

放心吧咱两都到不了他的水准

[@giovelascomusic]

Hello, I watch your vids and as I can tell, you are very talented. Keep up the good work, brother (usernames lol)

[@LinCalc]

Who knew I would find you here 👀 Indeed a spectacular performance

[@mandylvqh]

His face literally shoes a whole story!

[@gabriellaperuzzi6158]

no words to express all my admiration for your talent, Christian. Thank you. Love❤❤❤❤❤

[@tedcabana]

I was probably 8 or 9, when I was presented with this piece, as a violin student. I first heard it performed by Itzhak Perlman. "Mind Blown!" I met him back in 81, and I still have his autograph, somewhere in my posession. I had later switched to guitar, where I was able to play it more to my liking. Though I still believe Itzhak played it best. Timmy revives it very well. Especially since I have not heard any other violinists play it so well since Itzhak, aside from myself, as young, Timothy Young. Thank you for reviving such a virtuoso classic, in such a well presented rendition. I expect to see, and hear many great performances from you in the future. Well done! and God bless. And I hope you prosper well in your years to come.

[@susannorth138]

I cannot believe he is 11yrs old!! Just incredible and a great future ahead!!💕💕🎶🎶💕💕

[@satishchakravarthy1942]

The best intonation I have ever heard from any violin player ... EVER ... God bless you ... looking forward to you blessing us with more such wonderful performances ... thank you from India

[@odaprilaposth2037]

This boy surely can be a great conductor too

[@detectivehome3318]

Agreed🤣

[@nathatleue]

He will play and conduct at the same time :D

[@softlytone1149]

@@ChiefHerzensCoach It was the final😊 I watched it over and over again coz it was just too good...

[@softlytone1149]

@@ChiefHerzensCoach Yes, me too. But let him take his time. I'm sure we'll hear it when it's ready. I want him to enjoy his teenage years while juggling between school & his music career.

[@cheval63sg]

he started conducting: kzbin.info/www/bejne/qJzSh4qvZaadjpY

[@roryboyes2307]

This raises the bar on how this piece should be played withought a doubt.

[@kkkkcccc252]

4:38 is so freaking hard!!!! He is a child and he is already a brilliant violinist......

[@oo6127]

I mean what part of this piece isnt hard enough XD

[@fredericchopin6445]

cant wait to see him grow up and see what kind of violinist he will be!

[@litbeatzzz]

He already super pro 😀

[@gwanny1885]

He looks like having a lot of fun playing this piece. He's been smiling a lot !

[@changcy77]

This kid has become the prince of violin in the world and I just wonder how God could make such amazing masterpiece.

[@amywalker7515]

All that speed, precision and tons of pizzicato on top of that. He said he got it right the second time he tried it!

[@patrickjack2943]

He is a formidable tactician, very logical, very intellectual while expressing his joy in performing the music. His honest desire to share all that the piece offers with the audience makes him glow. He has great integrity and balances any ego with sincerity.

[@gerolsteiner219]

Lol what are you talking about

[@sofiahessel7454]

I have never been more impressed in my entire life

[@bbbllllmeow4977]

The look! The movements! He’s so expressive! He’s like a mini version of Ray Chen just without that six pack eyebrow

[@GabriTell]

What a cute kid! ✨️ He will be a talented violinist when he grows up. 💖 👐

[@ianellis5109]

Christian *IS* already an amazingly talented violinist!

[@paperbird7792]

1:38 that little bouncy step

[@moooobkityy]

So precious

[@Irina-gg5ry]

Кажется, для этого ребенка нет ничего невозможного - такая отточенная техника, такое погружение в музыку! Восторг! Не могу наслушаться! Счастья тебе, Christian, и всемирного признания, новая звезда на музыкальном небосклоне❤️

[@megaphoenix2001]

that was 5min 10secs of perfection i only discovered him because there was a story about him on the bbc new website 2 days ago now i cant stop watching this its amazing he needs to release a full album

[@LeemisCF]

OMG.....I have no words but tears...

[@t-zq9vy]

my self-esteem: gone

[@vivianguo7872]

This is impossibly difficult! How??? 😮

[@yeetman2179]

This boy is a literal god. I'm literally 15 and can't play this and then there is this boi. absolutely beautiful playing

[@biberfan]

Greatest living violinist? I get such a concept is silly but damn; so much natural talent. And with the depth of feeling by someone who has lived more years. Joy!

[@HJKelley47]

How do I respond to such an extraordinarily gifted young man. My goodness, BRAVO!!!

[@LPHow]

So in love with this amazing child!

[@zerosumgame5700]

This is one of the best videos I have ever been shared

[@northernsamba7388]

I am breathless, I like Chloe Chua as well. However, this young man is technically a giant already at this age. I hope he will be around longer than Yehudi, and Heifetz.

[@radualexa1356]

2:46 Those artificial harmonics are brighter and clearer than my future, he plays amazingly

[@dianecarter4334]

What is there to say when genius is born with technical and emotional insight and happens to land in the right family that encourages that stellar talent? Beauty is truth. Truth, beauty. That is all you need to know when hearing this little boy perform violin magic.

[@-slevigamin-4055]

NOW!

[@pilarperalta9178]

Es un gran deleite ver y escuchar este jovencito Christan Li, su interpretacion es fantastica, Dios lo bendiga, saludos desde Nueva Zelanda.

[@gygye]

Such a talented young boy.. I have no word...

[@bennyboost]

not to detract from his amazing talent and flawless performance, but I must call-out he does have a very good accompanist here!

[@softlytone1149]

Agree...Young did really great too

[@someonewhoplayspiano1372]

yes, his job accomany really brought out the pieces

[@BrianBrayMedia]

Very true! But only one of them is reading sheet music. ;)

[@colinviola7892]

Its actually the best Version I have personally heard

[@lorie7125]

Bravo! Breathtaking performance! and... 11 year old! AMAZING!

[@brucegrady9381]

I first heard this piece performed by my childhood and forever hero, Itzhak Perlman. Mr Li’s performance is musically equivalent, and technically superior. I am so amazed and impressed. We’ll done young man!

[@senpaigaming4087]

Speechless........

[@hcmichele]

i... don't even have words for this oh my GOD

[@pulsebright]

Congratulations on the signning of your first record!. It should have happened earlier... Such a master and passionate player!

[@junkokashima1327]

I am very happy today, because I can listened to Christian’s performance. Thank you.

[@didierlizard7413]

Christian you are an amazing little man. Since I follow you, I think you become less and less a kid. I hope you not going to regrets anything afterward. Childhood is a short time but it's very important. Any way i enjoy when you are playing. In that time of coronavirus please take care of you. All my best for your family.

[@mynamewhatis7254]

An astonishing amount of talent for a boy as young as he is!!! Wow. I am blown away. Beautiful performance.

[@leonardoiglesias2394]

Talent does not increase with age, I think….stupidity does.

[@amywalker7515]

Outrageous! Where does a person go if they are already this good by age 12?

[@kevinji7285]

strad awaits

[@lumio1636]

@@kevinji7285 or stradospher 😁

[@moooobkityy]

Play ps4

[@atlantapartycharacters2789]

Seriously this is perfect

[@JM-jy7qy]

How extraordinary is Christian! I can't wait to see him play someday in New York!

[@MatthewBuckleyLineRider]

This is INCREDIBLE! So clean and joyful... a pleasure to listen to from start to finish. Bravo!

[@whatever4929]

OMG .... what an astounding young man! This piece is a monster of a piece and it’s so amazing to see someone so young mastering it!!!

[@gilbertomagaliheitling6480]

Que beleza poder ouvir essa maravilha que interpretação maravilhosa. ´Lindo.

[@nupurnaagarmusic]

2:03 🔥🔥🔥💙💙💙

[@orange123443]

This is music from soul！

[@cole5266]

i’m literally crying!! it’s so touching, so nice!! so in tune.. :’) one of the best versions of this piece, definitely!

[@hassaanahmed23]

heifetz' validation is amazhinghgduygdvdqe!

[@hassaanahmed23]

@@ChiefHerzensCoach yeah

[@user-po5ki4nz6z]

Itzahk perlman version is better

[@cwldoc4958]

@Yuval Avishar That goes without saying, but to make a fair comparison I would have to hear Itzahk Perlman playing this piece when he was 11 yo.

[@user-po5ki4nz6z]

@@cwldoc4958 i didnt compare him to perlman, i just said that i disagree with what he said about this version is the best

[@amanullah1707]

Dr. Amaan is here! What a wonderful performance by a young prodigy whose career we will follow with great interest.

[@user-gx9zc9vo9s]

Soon, the summit was not far away. I hope you continue to grow.

[@dr.christianhartmann6610]

Fascinating technique and bowing!!! Faszinierende Technik und Bogenführung!!!

[@josevelasco1013]

Estamos de acuerdo que es la mejor interpretación hasta ahora de esta gran pieza musical?

[@peterelbee]

This is truly amazing. I would hate to think how many hours would go into perfecting such a flawless performance of such a difficult piece of music. A labour of love for music. It is clear you enjoyed playing this, some parts you were smiling at. The only thing missing was a well deserved applause. Keep up the excellent work.

[@Jane306]

im not even your parent but im so proud of you Christian 😍😍😍

[@carmenarmastrujillo3848]

Increible,, bravo bravo Christian Li!!!

[@daveystriper8283]

Look at him fighting the violin. Wonderfull

[@respect9110]

OMG! It's just wow. Super talented boy

[@user-tj4sk2es9j]

Vaaauuu 😍😍😍Cristian li😊😍😇

[@leighyafa4388]

Oh. My. G_d. How do you do it, Christian Li? I am not a violinist, but I am astonished by how difficult every part of this work is. Your bow work is extraordinary! Thank you for helping me to fall in love with the violin forever.

[@These_go_to_eleven_1959]

Prodigies FASCINATE me! Just imagine you pick up a instrument for the first time and it is just as natural as breathing is to you? This is a incredible phenomenon that science has not yet been able to figure out!

[@lorie7125]

He is so breathtaking I can't stop listening to him and watching all his videos! He is fascinating and mesmerizing and getting better and better every year! And what is amazing his playing the violin looks effortless or causal!

[@bewitched6479]

What an impressive performance 😲 !!! He is literally making his bow dance on the strings 🧡

[@curtcarlson8312]

Amazing. It seems impossible. Has anyone ever played that run up the G-string better? Many play this but he has mastered it and makes it not only astounding but great fun.

[@lacecraze]

Antionio Bazzini is surely jumping for joy in heaven

[@bensong7989]

The glissando and phrasing at 0.05 is so clean.

[@pauliberg3492]

amazing..absolutely amazing. he brings a part of heaven to earth..amazing

[@VirtuosicFantasies]

Applause 👏🏻 Remarkable Prodigy 👑

[@nathanqi1998]

Speechless! This young man is amazing!

[@l.plante]

Christian got his own Vevo?!?! YEAH so proud of this dude

[@user-se4pd7kw5p]

Ġóóđ mųsicſhęŋ, ŵõŵ.

[@martinthoburn1089]

Omg where do you start? Speechless. Not enough superlatives to describe what I just watched. Just discovered this young man and he is just BRILLIANT.

[@garywait3231]

PHENOMENAL!!!

[@These_go_to_eleven_1959]

Yes it is and yet to him it is natural. Prodigies have always astonished me! Science has not yet been able to figure out what exactly causes this with some individuals? We know that it is not from countless hours of study and practice because they are able to play the instrument from the get go? So what causes this and why is it only with a select few? Fascinating!

[@jiasong1468]

He looks very comfortable and joyful when playing the violin! 非常看好李同学，加油！

[@noralee7838]

UN FENOMENO. FELICITACIONES CHRISTIAN,