Etude for the Left-Hand, Op. 36 | BLUMENFELD | Luke Faulkner

[@LukeFaulkner]

Here is the Etude (and full "Forgotten Melodies" album) on Spotify: open.spotify.com/track/51N57LJaDinWsW1VdxQoRR?si=f8561fa9c91043d3

[@J_KC305]

This is already perfect, you never fail to make such wonderful performances🙆‍♀️

[@LukeFaulkner]

@@J_KC305 Aww, thank you - that's very kind of you to say!

[@jponz85]

​@@LukeFaulknermusic sheet for this etude? Thanks Luke

[@emilyhutjes]

I don't have a smart- phone, I have a Nokia. Please make a CD or DVD 🌷 that goes into my PC. Thank you. (Netherlands ) 🌷

[@theenlightenedone1283]

*Let the breeze of peace in* -past

[@paolofranceschi6874]

Wonderful piece. I love it so much... ❤

[@LukeFaulkner]

Me too, Paolo - one of my favourites!

[@allenwatanabe4486]

What a effortless playing ❗️

[@beatrizlejarza8694]

Son incomparables las presentaciones del admirado intérprete.🇦🇷!!¡

[@MichaelOrtega]

This is going to be splendid 👏

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thanks, Michael - great to hear from you 😊 (If anyone is reading this, I'd highly recommend checking out Michael's awesome music!)

[@sanaphonie8669]

I'm really excited about your channel. Fantastic music and impressive visuals. Fine artwork!! Classical music is known for being calming, relaxing and helping reduce stress....I have to follow. Thank you.

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you so much for saying so. I really enjoy making these videos, so there will be plenty more ;)

[@ramonaquileshernandezbernal]

Beautiful, a new compositor in my music list. ❤😊

[@georgepower8027]

So beautiful

[@bethanywakim6175]

I listened to this yesterday, but didn't watch it ... had NO idea it was with one hand. Wow! It was a good choice to share this one now in light of current events. Beautiful piece. I love those arpeggios around 2:25.

[@sunilj2608]

Wow wow, I just hear so much Liszt in this!!! Especially the harmonics in the coda / towards the end. This piece is so lyrical, and you play with so much sweetness, truly a Cantabile approach!! Dolce Cantabile!

[@a7xandria198]

Well, I've recently discovered Mr. Faulkner via one of Halidon's Music compilation videos. I've had his music on repeat since. How exciting it's been to not only have learned of a new interpreter/performer of classical pieces, but also one who has wondrous compositions of his own. For this I consider myself quite fortunate, as is Mr. Faulkner for having developed such great talent. Thank you for blessing us with your music, sir. I am a fan!

[@LukeFaulkner]

This was so lovely to read - thank you for you kind words! I'm so glad you've enjoyed listening.

[@EdoardoBrotto]

Very beautiful! Everything is well done, lovely video, recording and of course, playing. Compliments Luke!

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you so much, Edoardo! Very much appreciate your kind words, my friend. (If anyone is reading this, I'd highly recommend checking out Edoardo's incredible music!)

[@petercroce8051]

Magnifico

[@haloomsaeed1]

OMG I AM A BIG FAN OF YOU 💖💖💖

[@MichaelOrtega]

Thank you so much Luke for this amazing performance! My left hand felt this deeply. But jokes aside: Blumenfeld would be honored if he could listen to this gem.❤️

[@LukeFaulkner]

I really appreciate that, Michael - thank you!

[@themuss28]

Another great piece but you look so chilled playing with 1 hand mad....great stuff my friend keep posting these brill videos and music.

[@DerekWilliamsMusic]

Gosh, Luke - that's a tour de force, and timely.

[@brelee-x3e]

Love it! God bless.

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Leela!

[@johnotooledoggames2336]

🇮🇪 very good music 🎶 🎵 brilliant sharing 🎹

[@FrederickViner]

Superb performance! Bravo, Mr Faulkner 👏

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Frederick!

[@yvonnewilson-platnauer5816]

Magical! ❤

[@KarenKornienko]

Excellent performance and video!

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, dear Karen!

[@MiguelTicona]

Nice place bro

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thanks, Mike!

[@sph1e485]

You're my favourite pianist, I really love this :)

[@LukeFaulkner]

Aww - thank you! :)

[@MOVINGCLASSICS]

very evocative, I like Flumenfeld - beautiful location too :)

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, dear Anna! :)

[@emilyhutjes]

Thank you Mr. Faulkner and much love to your magical left hand. 🌷🌷🌷🎹 (Netherlands)

[@LukeFaulkner]

Aww - thank you so much, Emily! Much love from England.

[@TJMusic2021]

Really amazing performance ❤️

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, TJ!

[@elify__]

thank you for introducing us this very interesting and beautiful piece Mr Faulkner😍

[@LukeFaulkner]

I'm glad you enjoyed it, Elif! Hope you're well!

[@spmoran4703]

It is beautiful and relaxing. Thank you.

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you for saying so!

[@ari4340]

The scenario, the pianist and the composition 10/10!!

[@paulinkakuczwara4415]

Oh I love it🤍 It feels so magical☺️

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Paulina!

[@louispearson8306]

Magnifcient. delighted to have stumbled across this

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Louise!

[@danieburger2723]

An absolute tour de force Luke ! Sheer magic. Thank you for your background notes which increases the depth of both my appreciation of the music and, without a doubt, your most moving interpretative performance. Yes, my friend, I think your timing is spot on. Presenting this piece of musical beauty against the backdrop of the horrors that are happening in Ukraine at present, seems to be an exceedingly solid stance against these atrocities. But I would not expect anything less from you my friend. Multiple kudos to you and my unfeigned respect.

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Danie - I really appreciate your kind words!

[@user23724]

Wow what a lovely piece. Looking forward to your 2023 Rachmaninoff series :D

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thanks, Shaun!

[@lachlanfraser4757]

Wow, that's an awesome piece! Pretty cool it's only the left hand. Nice job 👍😁

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thanks, Lachlan!

[@류순열-h6i]

아름다운 피아노 연주곡 잘 들었습니다~감사합니다~🎵🎹🌿🍀☘🌹🌹☘🍀🌿❤❤수고 많으셨습니다~☕

[@LukeFaulkner]

즐감하셨다니 다행입니다! 당신의 친절한 메시지에 감사드립니다!

[@cindylei7393]

Something about the use of only the left hand strikes me as rather humorous. Almost as if you're so good you could eat with one hand and play with the other! Thank you for sharing Blumenfeld's music with us, and putting such care into it, from the choice of the venue, the filming, and to the obvious effort put into this piece.

[@LukeFaulkner]

Aww - thank you, Cindy! Haha, it is a bit humorous. The strange thing is it actually sounds better with one hand than two 😅

[@karlhungus5554]

What an astonishingly beautiful piece of music performed by a phenomenally talented pianist.

[@LukeFaulkner]

That's very kind! Thank you, Karl!

[@alexanderacostaosorio]

As a left-handed person I really appreciate this piece. It's wonderful.

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, my friend! Appreciate your help re. locations in Bulgaria.

[@NinaKomarova-v1w]

Brilliant left-hand performance!!! You are simply amazing ❤

[@Lily-ky8ew]

지금 한국시간은 새벽 1시10분이에요. 잠들기 전에 아름다운 연주를 감상할 수 있게 해주셔서 감사합니다.^^

[@LukeFaulkner]

천만에요! 좋은 밤 되시고 푹 주무세요 😊

[@cipher2508]

Wonderful performance 🔥

[@theenlightenedone1283]

Perfection in action

[@LukeFaulkner]

Aww - thank you!

[@DonSalmonMusic]

What a thrill to hear this! Watching you play with the left hand was captivating! Splendid!

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Don!

[@emilyhutjes]

To Luke Faulkner's magical left hand-> I have put you on Face book. 🌷🌷🌷

[@allanwind295]

It's mind blowing that this is played one-handed. It sounds artistically & technically amazing. I appreciated the note of the venue, too.

[@LukeFaulkner]

I think it's easier than it looks, Allan. Thanks for your kind words!

[@abingangevin]

thank you Luke for this performance. Enjoyed it, it keeps my focus while studying!

[@LukeFaulkner]

My pleasure! Hope your studies are going well.

[@EmdrGreg]

What a delight. Thanks, Luke.

[@LukeFaulkner]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@JayFitPT]

Amazing Luke !

[@LukeFaulkner]

Aww - thanks, James! Hope you're well!

I feel lucky to have discovered your music, thank you

[@LukeFaulkner]

That's really kind of you to say - thank you!

[@abispanner3957]

I've never seen anyone play such a complicated piece with just one hand! And thank you for the information about the piece and the venue you chose. A very moving performance

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Abi! I'm really pleased you enjoyed it 😊

[@MM-111]

This "Blumenfeld" is wonderful. A great left hand played. Congratulations Luke ! 💐

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you for saying so! Hope you're well 😊

[@ReEvolving]

It gives me the feeling of a comforting yet deep nostalgia. And after all the thought you put into this, tells me you are genuinely passionate and wonderfully talented !! Awesome work :)

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you so much, RJ! I really do love this music and it's always fun making the films.

[@StanislavStanchev]

Beautiful as always and a great looking place for a recording! :)

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, my friend! Big fan of your work :)

[@ramchandramohan182]

Bravo!👏

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you!

[@jhonatanbellidoaima7832]

Thanks, Luke! Right today I got back reading after three months pause. And suddenly get the notification from your channel. That's the perfect company. 📚📖

[@LukeFaulkner]

That's great to hear, Jhonatan! Hope you're enjoying your book 😊

[@monikawerner7891]

Amazing!👍👍👍🥰

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Monica!

[@rosalindlaliberte]

BRAVO!!! 👏👏👏👏👏

[@sarahheri7027]

WOW! well done, it's beautiful never had heard of blumenfeld, yet. learn something new every day

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Sarah! Yeah, his music is sadly not often played. I'd highly recommend his other compositions; they're very romantic! Sur mer, for example, is another wonderful piece.

[@mckernan603]

He’s a “pianist’s pianist,” like Scriabin, Moszkowski, Turina, Bortkiewicz

[@Najaf_the_best]

I enjoyed 🥰

[@maria_tureschi]

Very beautiful!

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Maria!

[@adagur6954]

This music is… Brilliant! 🤩

[@LukeFaulkner]

I'm delighted you enjoyed it, Ada!

[@adagur6954]

@@LukeFaulkner It was very nice Luke. Thank you for your music and comments. ☺

[@hannahzhao3450]

Bravo! Never heard this piece before, but you performed it splendidly! Although, my favorites will always be your original compositions, because they are something completely out of this world :)

[@LukeFaulkner]

Awww - thank you so much, Hannah! There will be plenty more compositions to come ;)

[@vaadwilsla858]

A wonderful singing tone... What a beautiful piece and what a beautiful performance.

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you for saying so!

[@AbigailPoirier]

WOW. I would never have guessed this was a piece played by a single hand. It's absolutely beautiful, and you picked the perfect time to release it, IMO. Thanks so much for this gift!

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you for saying so, Abigail! I really appreciate that :)

[@klankenvanger]

Wow Luke! Amazing masterpiece performed by an amazing pianist! And the scenery is amazing as well. Just brilliant, well done!

[@LukeFaulkner]

Aww - thank you so much!

[@rae4406]

Show-off 😉 😘

[@LukeFaulkner]

Hahaha

[@idach8102]

Fascinante !!

[@LukeFaulkner]

Gracias, Ida!

[@jtbasener1810]

Your videos are always so amazing! Thank you!

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thanks for saying so, JT!

[@DanielaSilva-iy3mc]

Your songs help me a lot to calm down in turbulent times, thank you!🥰🇧🇷🎹

[@LukeFaulkner]

I'm happy to hear that it helps, Daniela!

[@laurakinsella2260]

All i can say is wow. If i hadnt seen it with my own eyes i would never have guessed it was being played by one hand. Amazing. Your awesome

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you so much, Laura!

[@J_KC305]

This may be my new favorite song, this was just tremendously and terrifically executed in such a beautiful way, it almost gave me that vibe and feel of liebestraum no 3🥰💟💫

[@LukeFaulkner]

That's an excellent comparison, Aurora! The 3rd Liebestraum is in the same key and, like this, the melody is principally played by the thumb(s).

[@surainihashim]

The other day,in the forest.Now in the abandoned chapel.Wonder where would you play next 😁. Really beautiful by the way your playing.Am amazes how you captured the sound of your playing in all this places.

[@LukeFaulkner]

Haha - I'm always looking for ideas for new places 😉 Thank you, my friend!

[@juliusgdsk]

Sounds really good! You bring out the melody very well considering this is only played with one hand.

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Julius! I think a melody like that deserves to sing.

[@paulogilberto4]

Left hand only, odd indeed. After this piece, I'll definitely check Blumenfeld out.

[@LukeFaulkner]

I'm hope you'll enjoy what you find, Paulo! His Impromptu in B minor (Op.28) is lovely too - which can be found online - and I'll be uploading a bit more myself at some point ;)

[@manonstefanik1790]

It promises to be amazing... a wonderful initiative, Luke. 🙏🌼🌸 I can't wait to hear your performance and feel the alternating emotions you describe in your presentation. I already say bravo for your choices, all the meaning that this melody takes, associated with this old chapel and its history, in this dramatic period... Now it's time for patience...and then the long awaited moment of listening...see you later, Luke ;) I hope you are well 🥰

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Manon! It's one of my favourite pieces - I hope you'll like it as much as I do :)

[@manonstefanik1790]

@@LukeFaulkner Ooooooooooh my god, it must be so difficult and confusing to play only with your left hand! 🙆‍♀️ (I realise this all the more now that I'm learning to play, my recalcitrant left hand just does what it wants sometimes! especially my little finger which gets up all the time, even though it's not time for tea, is it?😂😂😂 it amuses my piano teacher a lot, so much the better ! haha !😄 ) Anyway, it's very impressive (Your game, I mean, not my little finger getting up ! 🤣 ) 👏👏👏 It sounds like it takes even more power, effort - and concentration, that goes without saying! - It's magnificent anyway, bravo, I admire your performance ! Super close-ups on your hand ;) it's very beautiful 🥰 that I don't forget : thank you, Luke, for allowing us to discover this musician, I loved listening to this piece, yes, it is incredible and is indeed very representative of what you announced in your intro. Well done! 👍 A great discovery, as always 😍😘

[@surainihashim]

It's been 2 years huh my friend 😁.Hope we have great future together.

[@ladyl.3696]

This magnifisent piece is one of a kind I love it😍 and congrats Mr.Faulkner

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Carrell! I'm so glad you enjoyed it 😊

[@ladyl.3696]

@@LukeFaulkner i super enjoyed it Mr.Faulkner

[@antonioromopiano]

An amazing piece! If I had not been watching the video or read the description, I'd probably thought you were playing with both hands. Amazing performance as usual, Luke! Yes, it's a perfect time to share this! I wish music could solve all conflicts in this gloomy world. Thank you for this thoughtful gesture! Very much appreciated!! 😊🎹

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you so much for saying so, Antonio! Haha - it's a very well written piece and fits surprisingly well under one hand. I wish that too... Take care, my friend!

[@lauriejeannecomposer8044]

Extraordinary Luke! What a tremendously thoughtful and moving share 😊❤️❤️. An exquisite performance that surely tests the physical endurance of that left hand while recalling the physical and emotional endurance of those in difficult life circumstances. An amazing piece. Thank you so much for sharing it😊❤️❤️

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Lauriejeanne - that's very kind of you to say! Hope you're well :)

[@egalberts]

Always so beautiful, Luke ❤🥰 I hope you're doing well!

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Emily! Always lovely to hear from you 😊

[@anastasialenkova-molchalin5874]

Absolutely lovely. Thank you for introducing me to wonderful composer.

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Anastasia!

[@jonathanbletzacker1512]

So great, I always look forward to these performances, you have an amazing talent!

[@LukeFaulkner]

That's very kind, Jonathan - thank you!

[@josephkitchens1644]

Very nice...soothing and beautifully performed as always

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Joseph! Hope you're well!

[@soniahachemi4025]

Genius 🌹 Luke ! The way you play, the choice of the piece in the perfect moment proving the emotional artistic sensitivity to reality.. The location is with immense prestige, the prestige of peace.. Thank you so much My dear Friend!!! 🌹🙏♥️ You are so beautiful!

[@LukeFaulkner]

That's really kind of you to say, Sonia! It's always lovely to hear from you 😊

[@soniahachemi4025]

@@LukeFaulkner Never enough Luke : you're GREAT my Friend 🌹☺️

[@yourtransformationgenie]

What a beautiful piece. I am about to do some advanced piano exams and hope to, one day, play in some local concerts. I think this would be a lovely one to play. Canone buy the sheet music anywhere? Could you send me a link to it? Thanks. And thanks for posting this piece and your lovely rendition of it.

[@LukeFaulkner]

I'm not sure I can send links without my comment disappearing, but have a search for "IMSLP" and "Blumenfeld Op. 36". The score is available for free there. Good luck!

[@sprunzloffio]

I might give up my right hand if only I could play so well with the other one...

[@AbigailPoirier]

After a couple of listens, the first few bars reminded me of another piece: Kaleidoscope. Seems possible Mr. Faulkner absorbed this piece and subconsciously channeled a little of it into one of his own compositions. I know I've sure done that with things I've written! Edit: it seems impossible to write something without any musical influence at all coming through.

[@LukeFaulkner]

I'd not thought of that, Abigail, but I see what you mean! There are similarities - especially between the openings :)

[@cswalker21]

Blumenfeld: Hey check out this etude I wrote. Mr. Faulkner: Big deal I could play that with one hand tied behind my back! 🤣🤣 Nah, just kidding. That was spectacular, though! Bravo!

[@LukeFaulkner]

Hahaha - tbf, I think he could too! 😉 Hope you're well, Chris!

[@manonstefanik1790]

Ooooooooooh my god, it must be so difficult and confusing to play only with your left hand! 🙆‍♀️ (I realise this all the more now that I'm learning to play, my recalcitrant left hand just does what it wants sometimes! especially my little finger which gets up all the time, even though it's not time for tea, is it?😂😂😂 it amuses my piano teacher a lot, so much the better ! haha !😄 ) Anyway, it's very impressive (Your game, I mean, not my little finger getting up ! 🤣 ) 👏👏👏 It sounds like it takes even more power, effort - and concentration, that goes without saying! - It's magnificent anyway, bravo, I admire your performance ! Super close-ups on your hand ;) it's very beautiful 🥰 that I don't forget : thank you, Luke, for allowing us to discover this musician, I loved listening to this piece, yes, it is incredible and is indeed very representative of what you announced in your intro. Well done! 👍 A great discovery, as always 😍😘

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you for saying so, Manon! It's a well written piece and fits surprisingly nicely under the fingers. I hope your piano lessons are going well 😊

[@manonstefanik1790]

@@LukeFaulkner oooh yes, it's going well, with lot of fun in add ! 😉 Good night Luke ! ✨🌃🌜 😚

[@kalilavalezina]

That was really cool! I see what you mean by "the inevitable technical difficulty lends an inner turmoil to the music". I've never encountered a piece for left hand only before. I'm curious about the venue - did you pick it so it matched the piece?

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thank you, Kalila! I filmed a total of 12 pieces for this project back in November and did indeed pick this venue to match the feel ;)

[@kalilavalezina]

@@LukeFaulkner It's a perfect fit. :) It must be a cool part of your job that you get to travel the country and see interesting buildings and learn about their history. Do you bring the Steinway with you? >.

[@LukeFaulkner]

@@kalilavalezina It certainly is - I've been to quite a few places in the UK recently (films to follow 😉) I hired in the Steinway for this particular venue - I loved the forgotten/mysterious atmosphere in the building and thought it suited the music.

[@kalilavalezina]

@@LukeFaulkner I’m really looking forward to seeing and hearing your future pieces. I’ve just started looking at trying to hire practice rooms for the first time. My digital piano is great but it can’t really compete with an acoustic. It’s surprisingly hard to find local practice rooms in my area.

[@ianskelding2169]

Wow beautiful music in beautiful surroundings Luke, where’s that filmed pal. Oh and what’s wrong with your right hand

[@LukeFaulkner]

Haha - it's just taking the day off, Ian! It's an old almshouse chapel in Peckham called the "Asylum Chapel". Filmed it back in November - no central heating 🥶

[@ianskelding2169]

Blimey I bet you were freezing, Luke you’ve got some talent mate

[@LukeFaulkner]

​@@ianskelding2169 Yeah, a bit chilly but I think the venue was worth it! Cheers, Ian - that's really kind. Hope you and Debbie are well - it was lovely to see you both at New Years!

[@JaspersCampfire]

This is really good. I think it would work well in an animated video I'm making. Could I use part of the audio and reference you in the credits?

[@LukeFaulkner]

Sure man - go for it!

[@JaspersCampfire]

@@LukeFaulkner Thanks!

[@MeChloeHall]

I’d kill to buy every piece on your website, but I’m not made of money 😩 send me a book of all your songs for free and I’ll shout your name from every rooftop as advertisement!!!🤣

[@lucjulien240]

i don't understnad why u haven't more views.... people are weird

[@LukeFaulkner]

Thanks, Luc - it's only been online for a couple of hours tbf :)