I met

Today I was playing piano at a supermarket in Paris when suddenly a guy asks me to play violin with him. Turns out he is one of the most famous violinist in the world 🤯🤯
​⁠@RayChenViolinist
Check out his new app ​⁠@tonicapp if you want to learn all his secrets to become an amazing musician !
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[@wiltmarlonelao]

Ray is a world class violinist that has played in many concert halls around the world. To be able to listen to him play even a single piece in public for free would be enough to make anyone’s day.

[@TheJlee28]

👍👍👍👍👍

[@Madz_316]

YES!

[@frustasistumbleguys4900]

yes yes yes

[@ijusswanaseing]

Sooooooo coooooooooool

[@user-ll6se8kv9i]

Did not know or ever hear of Ray Chen until now. I was so impressed with his compassion and his performance. “WOW!” I immediately subscribe to his KZbin channel to find out more about him and to listen to more of his performances. Unbelievable and yet very humble given his statue. “Bravo!” 👏👏👏

[@EstherSun-dr6cn]

I feel that Ray Chen likes to perform on the street very much recently. I am very happy to see him enjoying the stage so much. He is a role model for us music students.🤩🔥

[@JacquiPixie]

Agree on the enjoying part, and I think he takes every possible chance to bring classical music to more people 🤌

[@CrystalCharmicles]

I’ve noticed that too

[@ericchoi8632]

A gentleman of his caliber wants the world to witness his gift and not just those who can afford it!

[@Jeff-re9ex]

Recently he accompanied Karolina Protensko, a young violinist who performs downtown Santa Monica.

[@agapephilerostorge]

​@@Jeff-re9ex Karolina and fam are currently vacationing in Italy. She played solo and duet with Vitale. They've been there for a week now.

[@Ness-lo7yy]

Because of this video, I looked up who he is and I am now going to see Ray Chen perform in my city in April!!!

[@navneetnair]

His promo ploy worked!

[@kailashparmar5352]

April?? Why in April ?? I am remembering something so sad🥲🥲

[@soyamdes]

I discoverd him here 2 bc o this...am in zurich😅

[@karenmyers627]

You are SO lucky , enjoy . From South Africa 🇿🇦

[@Simca0503]

@@kailashparmar5352the lie?? 😢

[@daisywithluv6541]

This exact video got me to start playing the Violon. I was so touched and inspired the day I heard this duo and I got to know who's Ray Chen and the world of Violon and just 2 month after this video I started playin. Now I've finished suzuki 1 in a month at the age of 19 and my teacher can't believe how much I loved playin even tho I never had a big interest in Violon before. Thanks for this video. I'll be hear each time I make a better progress to remember where I started and the reason I started as well.

[@MrMobiIeGaming]

I don’t want to be that guy but I am going to be that guy: it’s a violin, not a violon

[@gruntergrilla9333]

Try not to be too violent towards im.

[@jeanettedo375]

I want to start playing too but unfortunately I was too old 😢

[@mienwoo9586]

@@gruntergrilla9333VIOLENt😂

[@ongjanette]

To the OP... good job getting started and diligently making progress. Hope your love for violin and music grow more and more. I'm sure you'll be successful because of your attitude. :) and yes! keep finding your inspiration!!! ☺️

[@adelguy67]

Wow!!! You got to play with Ray Chen, he is one of the most incredible violinists to ever grace this planet, you did so well to keep up with him!

[@EvanKaplanPianist]

Lol

[@adelguy67]

@@EvanKaplanPianist Wow! You are extremely talented as well!

[@EvanKaplanPianist]

@@adelguy67 thank you so much

[@plainrocky4209]

WHAT?! ALL BECAUSE HE SAID LOL?! THATS SO STUPID! HE DOESNT EVEM DESERVE IT!

[@adelguy67]

@@plainrocky4209 I went to EvanKaplanPianist's channel and the guy plays the piano so well, hence he is extremely talented! I wish I could play that good

[@lindakoester8799]

Ray Chen is a professional violinist AND you are a FABULOUS PIANIST!! People come up to you and ask if they can play THEIR favorite piece with you and I have never seen you refuse!!! You have an ENCYCLOPEDIC MEMORY FIR CLASSICAL MUSIC!! ❤God Bless you Both ❤️✝️🙏😇 USA

[@bergecuje]

Lo dicho! 🙏

[@GreekkAlex]

Pianist is incredible!!! Violinist too!!!

[@olikoiakobashvili3157]

Bravissimo to both of you 😮❤❤❤

[@lindaablanque4211]

I am impressed!

[@323chukaman]

both are professional

[@TheLifeEvents]

The Piano guy needs recognition too. Brilliant!

[@vichianbiz1789]

I am crying while watch this performance. Life so hard, it helps watching people actually still enjoying their lives. Thanks

[@yuingou5287]

Staged or not, When I saw someone plays music in public then another person joins in. It feels strangely satisfying and gives me more faith in humanity. ❤ So happy you guys made this masterpiece together 🎉

[@ShadowMoon878]

No way it is staged. Ray Chen is a world famous classical violinist. He is basically the Elton John or Freddy Mercury of the classical violin world. No way he would stage this just for a tiktok or youtube video. It is like meeting Keanu Reeves or Johnny Depp in public and asking him to act for free

[@colafontan]

On ray Chen's yt channel you can see the reason why he is at Paris. It's in the last part of his vidéo : ''professionnal violonist calls out classical music Tiktoks"

[@ScratchySlide]

Always great to see pro's doing their thing for free!!

[@khanht5]

​​@@ShadowMoon878 100% staged. Ray Chen explained how it was "planned"

[@paulkroon4931]

​@@khanht5Staged or not. It is fun to watch.

[@THEchiQ]

Chen always looks like he’s having fun, which is why I enjoy watching him play. Watching someone getting joy from their life is deeply satisfying.

[@rebekahweber2413]

You never know who you will share a moment with in your life journeys, and I am so glad they met each other. This was fantastic. Not only the music, but the passion and drive in Ray Chen's face said it all. I love his personality shining through his violin playing. He took control, set the pace, and brought out the best in both of them. I love these impromptu moments the best. Such a treasured jem. He must be so much fun to be around with his vibrant smile lighting up the world.

[@galinafomina1592]

Всегда восхищают такие увлечённые, талантливые люди! Браво! А музыка бесценна. Такая музыка.

[@Down-South]

I am jealous of the shoppers who get to enjoy the live performance for free!! What a masterpiece!

[@whspore9534]

Must thank for the download so non-shoppers can enjoy too!

[@djulianofficial]

Next time we should be in that shopping mall as well 😅

[@Avighna]

SAME LIKE LITERALLY WTF

[@Hypnotized-doc1]

I wanted to comment that………

[@user-cr6rb6xv4t]

i do.

[@wood-side-story]

"he must be professional" Biggest understatement ever 😂 Ray is a LEGEND 🤩✨🙌

[@SanePerson1]

After watching this I begin to reflect on the tremendous work Ray Chen must have put into getting so good at this. It makes it all the more gratifying that he seems to love doing it.

[@ggibson8356]

Ray Chen is magical and you did an awesome job keeping up with him on Piano - I could listen to this a million times 🙏💕Music is everything x

[@anazaysadsor]

And for you to be able to match your playing and energy with THE Ray Chen shows how incredible of a pianist you are!!

[@zuqini]

It's incredible how good his violin playing sounds even through the smartphone mic. It sounds so polished and professional.

[@catelerasofficial]

Ofc, Ray is a professional violinist 🧐🍷❤

[@jacc88888]

@@catelerasofficialSo am I but I can’t play the last movement of Vivaldi’s Summer like that! 😆

[@Weeping-Angel]

⁠@@jacc88888but the difference is that he a world renowned classical violin soloist, and you’re not 😂

[@daivebiz7152]

​@@jacc88888you need to win menuhin violin competition and queen elizabeth competition in order for you to play like him 😁😁😁 -ps 40hrs a day practice is a must.

[@jacc88888]

@@Weeping-Angel That was the point of my reply! Being a professional doesn’t mean you can play to this level or even close to it for most of us.

[@ipasilpasil7254]

So many times I keep watching this. I greatly appreciate both brilliant musicians. Lucky for those present on the venue.

[@user-qq1cg5iy9g]

Ray가 바이올린을 즐기는 모습이 너무 매력적이다.. 진짜 너무 멋지고 마음이 울린다....... ❤

[@Ari.Atland]

Love it when talented people randomly meet each other in public & start playing music as if the final boss battle began.

[@Skeladan]

Yes!

[@burburchacha]

this is not random lol

[@pamelas1002]

​@@burburchachaagreed

[@user-cv9dl9vb2z]

Случайно? Вряд ли

[@joyceyang6976]

It can’t be random 😁

[@michellemb8526]

What makes ray good is how much he enjoy playing- even tho he probably has played this song for thousands times or more but he’s still happy and enjoying it every time he performs! 🎉

[@stacia6678]

That's the hardest part as a musician: you practice the same piece for hours and hours, and eventually get bored of it and lose that magic touch. Ray Chen is out of this world.

[@wednes3day]

Pretty sure most professionals have performed the core repertoire into the triple digits. Shout outs to them too

[@redoxteam]

Wow, enjoy this summer! I can’t remember how many times I listened to it. It was the first time I listened to classical music so relaxedly and felt that the music was so close to me. Thank you😀

[@debbievermilyea4037]

Love Ray....so gifted...so humble, amiable, real. ❤❤

[@Shivani55523]

I love the way Ray was like "I play quite fast" and just started playing without batting his eyelids... I've literally watched this video so many times....❤

[@user-ll6se8kv9i]

“That was a understatements!” 🤣🤣🤣 “Merry Christmas!” 🌟🎄🙏

[@RudieVissenberg]

You can see that the people sense this is something special and that Ray's playing is extraordinary. Even people who don't know much about classical music feel that this is a very good violinist. What an energy and joy!

[@maruzande]

OMG Ray Chen!!! Seriously, I am very jealous of these people who were able to see him so close and hear his virtuosity, but at the same time I am extremely happy for them. Enjoy!!!

[@luella8045]

Both so talented and how wonderful to share with everyone

[@jclim7161]

An honor and most privileged to see Ray Chen in public playing just for fun. His violin is so strong, loud, and so vibrant.Knowing that what is just recorded is just raw and so naturally coming from the piano and violin. Kudos for you sir Ray and Emilio.

[@tarek7451]

I met Ray Chen irl. He was so down to earth, super friendly and easy-going. I absolutely love this guy. When I met other famous personalities irl, not everyone had a same vibe as on camera. Ray was different. I became a genuine fan of him after that ocassion! 🔥

[@navi6762]

I love how much fun they're both having. It makes it a total joy to not only listen to but watch as well 🥰🥰

[@michaeldjguardianmeans6281]

I love that Ray actually flew to Paris to actually do that and the two of you together were extraordinary! Truly amazing. Getting a lot of replays.

[@RidaMohsin-jb6il]

The FACT that Ray just Played in the middle of the public that like it was so easy. He made it look so easy. Ray is one of the GOATS in the violinist world like DANG No wonder he is a Professional Violinist. Also in his recent videos he ranked this piece as easy to play on violin. I like how when Musicians🎵🎶🎼 play something that is so easy for them they put their own interpretation to it. This is what Ray does best. He puts all his passion into his playing.

[@seth3002]

It’s great that he seems genuinely happy that someone is playing a piece that he likes, plays with them, and gives them a heads up on the speed.

[@joythanapat1378]

Yep. His eyes and his power are the best showing. He is fun and happy.

[@user-gj2sd7kj3e]

살면서 이런 좋은 공연을 무료로 듣는 기회는 잘없어요 거기서 연주를 듣는 분들은 훌륭한 두명의 연주자덕분에 잊지 못할 추억을 얻는 기회를 가진겁니다 부럽네요

[@andylicata]

I am glad you kept this a complete performance. You were both amazing. Thanks.

[@dustyking8851]

Even kids were fascinated and loved it. We need to expose them to the greatest conductors & music ever written. It can change the way they think for the better. I love Vivaldi!! That was amazing!!

[@bmwrules28]

Brilliant my goodness what a treat for everyone!!! Thanks for sharing!! That was an excellent performance by both of you. Well done!! 👏🏼 👏🏼 👏🏼

[@user-gi5zq5sk8j]

It seems like Ray chen and Emil would be my favorite duo this time. I can see that Ray plays his violin with passion. I can feel it so clearly and Emilio's understanding of music is so vivid. The ability to have a general chemistry between musicians is important and both of them nailed it. That was crazy

[@thucduyen9592]

Emil is trained in classical piano if I am not mistaken as I’ve watched a few videos of his plating in classical concerts.

[@lawkai]

I have watched this video many times and it never gets old. I don’t even play any instruments and can see that this is a master level at play. Crazy! thank you for uploading it.

[@EmeraldQueue]

This combination seems even better than that performed in the concert hall. There's so much passion from both the pianist and the violinist, and it's so exciting to watch!

[@C-ll4eq]

I absolutely love his smile throughout his playing, that makes it so enjoyable to watch and listen to. He is clearly having so much fun!!

[@user-hu7tp3jc9z]

Я увидел здесь больше азарта чем просто улыбку и это очень захватывающе😼

[@Dr_Cole]

I have been a drummer for over 40 years, most of it very technical work. I absolutely love this movement in The Four Seasons because of how technically demanding it is to keep up on the rhythm. I’ve seen it played it Venice a few times (home of Vivaldi!) in the original string quartet format. This guy played the most exacting rhythmic performance I have heard. Utterly breathtaking!

[@dingaia]

he probably practices a LOT!

[@YaFrogMemes]

Most of us isn’t even 40 years old xd

[@irinkotinko2354]

May be it will be interesting to listen Dmitry Sinkovsky.

[@paolacresti6432]

@@dingaia my friend is a world class violinist, his practice hours are like those of a regular job 9-5, maybe even more, weekends too. He calls it "studying" they don't play the whole time, part of the time is studying the music sheet and working on arrangements

[@swimdog75]

So well said!! Absolutely brilliant!

[@indiarodgers3739]

You both have me standing up in my living room applauding and in tears. Bravo! This is such an exquisite gift to us that come across this video in passing thus enabling access to all. Grateful.🙏🏿

[@yucaly2978]

何度見ても、レイのストリートドライブは最高です！

[@cerianicaestagnier]

Seeing how happy Ray is while he's playing and how much fun you were having together warms my heart 🥰 You both were awesome!! 👏👏

[@paulinacortes-delorenzo4490]

This post is a gem for me! Imagine watching Ray Chen in an impromptu performance of the “Storm” from Vivaldi’s Summer (Four Seasons)! Ray Chen is one of the finest classical violinists today. I can’t have enough of listening to his Bruch and Wieniawski performances.

[@marinasidel1287]

Ray Chen is incredible, however I want to compliment you as a great pianist, who was able to adjust and keep the rhythm and tempo so well. Playing music together is the best joy in the world, which makes other people happy too. I dedicated my childhood and young years to piano and choir, don’t do it for a while but your videos make me happily cry. God bless you , my respect and admiration ❤❤❤

[@melodysong9448]

No word is proper to say ! You guys r marvelous together ! You make the classical music so much fun to listen to ! Hopefully, more &’more people will enjoy the classicals because of you !

[@brownsugarlessicebubbletea]

That crowd was so lucky to hear Ray Chen live!!!

[@neveralone1498]

Wow! Beyond the sheer genius talent of these two, i am blown away by the JOY on their faces. What an absolutely delightful performance! 💕

[@henrykasiregar2937]

Gotttttt what n absolutely deligeful performance. Bravo❤

[@alisonrichards7999]

Absolutely brilliant.I love to see amazingly talented people play.It's obvious how much they enjoy themselves.Eveybody should be helped and encouraged to fulfil their potential like this.

[@penkaur]

Ray conducted him very well with head movements. I love the insane faces!! 😂😂😂😂🎉 Also Vivaldi huge favorite, 4 seasons is an evergreen favourite for me 😊

[@YNJLee]

피아노, 바이올린 둘 다 미쳣다.... 멋있다는 말이 모자라다...

[@HKLee-dn1fh]

Ray Chen is a world-class violinist.... I hope the crowd know that they are super lucky at that moment!!🎉🎉🎉

[@suschu104]

Love the dialogue between the two instruments…..the music is so captivating….

[@alvinpascual2802]

I am so impressed with both of them...I played it so many times.

[@Gorrest]

I knew our violinist was no joke when I saw the fury-like focus in his eyes at the start. When he started with no sheet music and sounded professional. Now that I think of it props to them both for their showmanship being able to perform together on the spot. I almost cried. This was beautiful. If I had a tail it would have been wagging like a dog I had so much joy watching these two play together. Bravo.

[@bhelliom3]

Well I just cried at the end that was fucking AMAZING. Ray Chen in an international treasure. So glad you posted the whole video, and absolutely crushed it.

[@nocomment4642]

I really appreciate these videos.They are so uplifting and joyful !

[@auntiesophiasays7437]

I love how much Ray Chen loves violin. He's not just the BEST he just absolutely loves playing.

[@wiadp1]

Great version of Vivaldi's masterpiece. You sounded perfect together.

[@olgacantisanbohorquez4849]

Que pieza es

[@wiadp1]

@@olgacantisanbohorquez4849 Antonio Vivaldi - Storm

[@Sia_fan4ever]

​@@olgacantisanbohorquez4849 Se llama summer

[@lucianaromulus1408]

Vivaldi - Summer ​@@olgacantisanbohorquez4849

[@coldhell1]

Whats the name of this i searched vivaldi but its different results

[@ahmadrida8447]

What a talent, what a privilege to hear this from such young people.

[@similanjitjaroen8491]

The joy and the passion on their faces ♥

[@janetmarquez9904]

You're both amazing musicians. CONGRATS!

[@michellemontgomery4080]

Absolutely amazing! And so glad to be introduced to Ray Chen and his violin playing. Remarkable! ❤

[@sofierodgers1529]

I love the joy on both of their faces as they play together!

[@merriebadham6701]

He has so much joy and enthusiasm! Wonderful!

[@leebritton226]

Oh my goodness… to find out you accompanied a well known violinist is one thing however it’s on another level to be able to play so well together… you are fantastic and I enjoy your videos ❤❤❤🔥🔥🔥

[@kevinvanhove5834]

It's staged

[@charleschin6497]

​@@kevinvanhove5834but is superb

[@timotheetim5644]

@@kevinvanhove5834 without any doubts... but it doesn't changes the fact that he accompanied a well known violonist ! 😉

[@filipstruhar]

​@@kevinvanhove5834probably , but I doubt they rehearsed it before

[@ShadowMoon878]

​@@kevinvanhove5834 Why would Ray Chen staged this or appear in a random person's youtube video? He is a world famous classical violinist. It is like meeting Johnny Depp or George Clooney in public and asking him to appear in your tiktok. No way they would agree

[@pianistkkka]

Уаууу!!! Блестящая техника обоих музыкантов!!!!! Браво!❤

[@deborahhooks5427]

Magnificent! Bravo! What else is there to say! Both of you were brilliant! 🙌🏾

[@tosh96]

Two masters of their instruments! That was incredible..😮

[@MelonGecko]

Ray Chen is AMAAZING. I could definitely feel your nervousness after tou heard him but you could hear it melt away in the music. But yeah. I'm so excited you got to play with Ray! I love that for you

[@Thelittlethingsoflife]

Not only did you get to play with one of the top Classical violinist in the world but that was a real Stradivarius violin. That was the 1714 Strad known as "The Dolphin" is thought to be of three best of the Strad violins.

[@nerolsalguod4649]

This was a difficult piece and I loved his playing. You both made it fun and beautiful. Thankyou !

[@kimprocarione5473]

Wonderful! The 2 of you remind me of when my son would get challenged to a dance battle! He was just barely a teenager, but I recognized the love if a challenge bringing out your best. He always won, just as you both did ❤

[@Anil18834]

This is MAGIC! Ray Chen is fantastic... and to see the joy between you two, and the joy you gave the people... Thank you ❤

[@djulianofficial]

Yes totally agree with you. They gave away a free concert together

[@raymondcortez6373]

Scripted or not, theres nothing better than 2 talented musicians coming together and playing a beautiful masterpiece 😁

[@ShadowMoon878]

Definitely not scripted. Why would a world famous violin does this for free? It's like meeting Keanu Reeves in public and asking him to appear in your tiktok video.

[@MLIOU-xq7he]

I am not sure a violinist would randomly carry his Stadivari walking aound the market.

[@samuelungar6528]

​@@ShadowMoon878crazy thing, but professional musicians do occasionally enjoy playing music

[@robertdiaz9649]

Si hay alguien que se tan amable de decirme cual es el nombre de la pieza por favor

[@caliinthevalley24681]

When classical music can unite so many people and they can appreciate the beauty of it…. goosebumps ❤❤❤

[@rosiey172]

Both were amazing ❤

[@giovannaq4789]

Can't get enough of this. I've watched and listened this so may times and I till keep coming back... Ray Chen plays with such joy ❤

[@bettyloveshugs]

Me too! I've been watching it for like 8 hours straight already, just kept replaying ❤ love it

[@BHappyTogther]

An absolute joy both audio and visual! Very kind of Emil and Ray, two brilliant musicians, to share their talents, and love of music with people who might otherwise not have much exposure to world class musicians. It’s heartwarming to see two people so enjoying themselves As they play. Thank you ❣️

[@saralenegayton4558]

These guys together was awesome!!!!

[@f.apollom.arenas3199]

How are lucky are these people to have witnessed this absolutely stellar performance by these two! I don’t think you’ll see anything as magnificent as that even if you paid for it.

[@hestergreen2031]

Holy cow he’s faster than a speeding train. And your performance on the piano is very impressive. Thanks for this

[@guillermoriveranunez5974]

you better watch his concertos (is a world-class reknowned violonist by the way)

[@ashleychua2023]

Ray Chen is such a legend. His technique is off the charts

[@cheche9337]

So so skilled was so amazing to watch I’m hooked

[@stylishstylish4445]

💐🌿 The Most Beautiful Four Seasons Ever ~ Bravo 🎉 for both of you guys 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

[@TheJlee28]

Both are just incredible. Their fingers have mighty touch and fly through the instruments. ❤❤❤❤

[@jujuyuyichi]

I got goosebumps listening. So powerfull, beautiful. His transitions were so smoth, so in tune. You both were really enjoying each other. You make me wanna play again!!

[@barbaraperry5023]

Wow. I had almost as much fun watching and listening as they had performing that! Many thanks! ❤

[@mcerina]

I was so fortunate to hear Ray Chen play in Vancouver a few years ago. I was moved to tears by his playing. What a talent!

[@user-xg4pq9lz3g]

I have an even greater love for violin music, just listening to Ray Chen play . He really loves what he is doing, giving the world a piece of Heaven's classical (and sometimes popular) music for those of us who will never get to the concert halls, to see and listen to the greats play pieces that are so heart-stopping. Keep it up, Ray Chen!!!❤😊🎉😅❤

[@valeriegiunca6018]

Outstanding pairing and incredible enjoyment of music ability! Wow! What a joy to see!!!!❤❤❤❤

[@umbertomaresca6192]

i come back randomly to this priceless moment..to rejoice ...

[@mamshylabz9129]

So amazing❤❤❤❤. I enjoyed a lot watching you guys!

[@goodquestion1]

Love Vivaldi, the four seasons are just on a different level.

[@Charlene_SoCalGal]

Wow!!!! To have Ray Chen in the same part of the world come and ask if he could perform a song with you ~ a once in a lifetime moment!! That was incredible!!

[@user-me2ev5gk9f]

You guys are AMAZING !!! the world certainly needs more of this and less fighting

[@user-ce4gx5nu2f]

They are both great! Ray Chen is so close relationships with the audience and viewers no matter how many times I watched this video. Emilio is great pianist!

[@user-sz5fs9oo9y]

Какое мастерство! Скрипач играет без усилий, как будто в шутку ❤