Get Ready with Me to Perform: a concentration, psychological game - solo recital in San Francisco

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[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

HELLO!! Please fill out this form so I can come play at your city 🤗🙏🎹 www.doremiclassical.com/tiffany

[@colinlevins4110]

Submitted! Kansas City, Missouri would love to have you!

[@angelaknebel4156]

Submitted!!!! Here in sunny Sheffield, England but myself and my daughter would love to come and see you if you're in other parts of the UK too, Tiffany!! 💜

[@sunnyng1645]

Submitted 😢💕 Chopin Prelude No.4 ... To play a wrong note is insignificant. To play without passion is inexcusable... Beethoven

[@HidekazuOki]

Submitted but not sure if it went through… Tokyo, Japan!!

[@AndrewLumsden]

London UK here. 🙏❤️ The link doesn't seem to be working for me 😭

[@DISRUPTOR40]

You need to know Tiffany that most of the time , 95% of the audience are not even aware, when or if you have '' fumbles'' here and there, and are just witnessing the beautifull music that you share with them

[@randomchannel-px6ho]

I mean that's also what makes the difference between a professional and a good amateur. Noticing and fixing those tiniest of mistakes and details is what separates the good from the great Pianist have a reputation for being insane you know!

[@mumuchat9475]

​@❤❤randomchannel-px6ho

[@yyalbert4756]

I was lucky enough to be there. In the 1st half, the way you transitioned from Kinderszenen to Children's corner seamlessly was such a genius idea: it all felt so right! Despite the unfortunate noises, I was deeply touched by the story you were telling. In the second half through the Encore, your emotion can be clearly felt by us, and the whole hall was all yours. By the end of the concert I could truly feel that you were enjoying every note you played. Such an convincing and memorable performance, really proud of you!

[@welshwizard55]

Love your playing Tiffany, I'm 69 and took the piano back up at 62, after 50 years of leaving it alone. Love practising every single day.🥰

[@ya_ya_ya.]

19:15 Its amazing how much music can affect us. Bringing us to these surreal places in our heads and making us feel the emotion that resonates from it. I find it magical how it can get you into a zone or a state of mind.

[@semihcesur3605]

When I watch your videos, I feel like I'm a part of something big. It almost feels like I'm about to witness it from birth to climax. I'm witnessing the rise of a talent. My biggest hope is to hear this live with my own ears one day. This video makes you feel like you're a close friend. It's like I'm helping you prepare your inner world. Sometimes it makes me sad that you prepare for such difficult things alone. But when I see the comments and the faith people have in you, I realize you are not alone. Especially when you meet a new piano and get to know its limits, it reminds me of my relationship with horses.

[@exaltedmu2]

Hi Tiffany!! My younger brother and I loved your performance and encores 😌 It was a very special experience for both of us that we won’t forget. Thanks again for signing the CD, my small journal, and my brother’s program! ❤

[@budget6309]

I went on a journey to see this concert driving from San Diego and its was 100% worth it, it was so great to hear you in person!

[@oliishot]

good to see you again eddie haha

[@budget6309]

@@oliishot yoo wassup

[@richardbreitling6537]

I am intrigued with someone who shows their whole process and reveals themselves so openly. I love your playing, especially Chopan as you use the music to tell a story. I don't see too many pianists who know how and when to linger. They play autonomically, same speed, and stuck in the same gear - all the right notes but somewhat sterile. Feeling what is inside and letting it come out is part of your forte - your natural gift. I like it a lot.

[@clamayaceo]

Really thoroughly enjoyed this episode. The insets of you when you were 6 that you included throughout the vlog created a sense of realness of growth. Snippets of the Chinese dragon parade and food added a nostalgic feel for me, as well, since this is my year and I am also reminded of having wonderful meals like that with my parents. You share feelings and thoughts about the process and journey of each event which is enlightening and instills courage and confidence in those of us wondering if our nervousness before performing is not uncommon even with professional performers like you. The technical aspects behind the scenes are what I also look forward to, such as how important it is to be attentive to the acoustics of the venue with respect to the projection of the piano sound, how the piano itself performs and the variety of audience-produced noises. I never realized there were so many details to consider in preparation for a single concert. It’s interesting when you mentioned hearing the clothes rustle, the coughing and the shifting of the position in the seats because I find that distracting even being in the audience. I feel so fortunate to have been able to enjoy your vlogs through the many years. It’s like a fun variety show but performed by one person. You bring always a fresh authentic experience to the table, the human with the flaws and imperfections, but it is these very qualities that inspire us as viewers and learners and appreciators of your stories. Thank you and sending you all the best in your continued success!🌷🎵🎹

[@sammcbride2149]

I have no idea how anybody can walk (or run or crawl or drag themselves ) out onto a stage and face 88 noisy demons + the audience + composers + the acoustics + their own thoughts + their own body + their own mistakes + anything and everything. But I'm so thankful that they do.

[@margarettsow4541]

You are original and authentic the same time. I know success will come your way. Congratulations.

[@MaryNelson-pu2fs]

Missed your SF debut so was so excited to see you were back ! My son flew in from Dallas just for your concert. Thoroughly enjoyed it. Thank you for the Chopin Preludes. The way you voice them is so very special.

[@sage2bi]

I loved your performance! The arrangement was wonderful, and we could feel your emotion throughout the show. Visiting from Hawaii, It was my first time in SF. I initially visited the city to see you perform live for my b-day. Thanks to you, I made new friends at the concert, got 2 of your CDs signed, celebrated my birthday, and discovered the charm of SF. Thank you!

[@davidstrumsky7012]

Rat loves dragon, dragon loves rat. You re-light and delight the connections, mindful of the myriad connections of time and space held in silence, and I so love this in your videos and performances.

[@williemoon7522]

you are such a joy to us ,,

[@EvanZamir]

It was a great performance. I’ve seen both your SF performances in person. The piano tone was incredible. Hope to hear you again!

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

Thank you for coming to both! Hope to be back again :)

[@r.lisahuang8702]

Tearing up when I watched the segment where you played Bach Prelude No. 1 before the concert. I think the present-childhood connection really resonates with me -- I recently got back to playing the piano after a 10-year break, and Prelude No.1 was one of the pieces I (re)started with. Filled out the form, hoping to see you in SoCal sometime!

[@Pitmaster790]

Thank you for giving me an inside perspective of what you go through, mentally and physically, to get ready for a solo recital. As writers, we all have different ways of approaching our writing. I'm sure it's the same way for pianists. Keep doing what you do best, and always remember... be careful out there.

[@denmarq]

My friend may not have been able to attend the signing, but said he thoroughly enjoyed the concert. The way you structured the program as to emphasize the shifting moods of the different pieces, and present them in a continuum with smooth transitions as if they're part of a larger piece by preventing applauses in-between is a compelling concept. It's like an album. I tried the app, and although it still has some rough edges that needs some polishing (understandable as it's an early release), I see great promise in it. I hope more people (especially artists) sign up on it. Kudos to you and your dev cofounder for pushing it through. PS: I was impressed by your energetic Schumann Sonata No. 2 performance on DW Classical that was just released.

[@medraymedray5139]

Been waiting for this GRFM vid! Loved the concert you are incredible! Much Love. ♥

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

Thank you. Glad you enjoyed it!

[@NinoNiemanThe1st]

She's a fabulous talented pianist, and it's great she's putting some interesting videos up here on KZbin. I particularly like the Steinway collab videos, sure it's a bit commercial, but the two work well together!

[@PaulIvers]

Really liked this vlog, thanks for sharing your SF concert with us. Would love to have been able to attend your first concert after the CD release. Excited to being part of the warm welcome you will receive when your victory lap reaches your hometown!

[@Zhinarkos]

Anecdotal set of observation of coughing and sneezing from a southern Finnish city makes me think that there is a lot of flu going around right now. I've been sick for two weeks now and I'm *still* not fully recovered. With this pace it's going to take at least another three days. *sigh* It's always great to hear your thoughts and practising before a concert TIffany. This is probably my favorite content on this channel because it gives me a glimpse of what it might be like living and working as a performing pianist. I'm hopelessly mediocre when it comes to my own skills but I try my best and I still very much enjoy playing the piano. Listening to a professional play fully realised programmes is inspiring. I especially enjoy whenever Bach is included in programmes. So many composers and pieces take their roots from the baroque period even if it's done unawares. Although many of the greatest composers are absolutely aware of the influence Bach and say Scarlatti have had on their work. And when you listen to something and you discover moods and logic that seamlessly connects something so old with something so new musically I think it's genuinely cool as a listener and a pianist. Even if it's a consequence of harmony for instance and not some deeper connection between the old and the new. Thank you.

[@ROBERT-ml7ml]

Ahhhhhh! Your new cd, signed, limited edition just arrived! I'm so excited! ❤🎉❤

[@matthodek]

I already really like Bach Prelude No 1, but I think every time I hear you play it, I like it a little more.

[@NN-rn1oz]

I don't know how you manage not to panic and forget everything.

[@djftex]

Thank you so much for sharing the personal side of this life and your unique perspective. And WOW do I love prelude #8!

[@jeffreygreen7860]

A delightful video. I love the piano. When you talked about playing when you're tired or sleepy, it reminds me of being frustrated for not being able to play a piece at a tempo that I played the day before because of lack of sleep or too much sleep from a nap I just had. Then I watch you prepping for the performance and tuning yourself into the piano you will be using. I am a bit in awe. Thank you for your dedication, it is inspiring.

[@benvanmarcke]

It was so inspiring to see you play in San Francisco! All of us could feel that intense emotion and how incredibly connected you are to the music you play. Came in from Los Angeles just for the concert and I was so happy I did! I was curious about those moments of absolute silence right before you start - you seem to be in deep thoughts for a few seconds so I was curious what you are thinking of in those moments? (Thanks again for such a such a beautiful concert!)

[@fdavila021]

Wonderful vlog!! What a journey.

[@npc6953]

I hope to see you in Chicago one day! I started taking piano lessons because I forgot how to read notes (I played when I was younger but quit due to gymnastics). You have inspired me to pursue piano. I find these videos peaceful, thanks for sharing 🙂

[@neovxr]

So it was a great piano that really liked you (and enjoyed your attention to have him get some tender strokes and nudges by the technician), in a great, bidirectional hall. It sounded good in the headphones here. This tight coupling of all sounds and noises probably intensifies the contact between artist and audience, so after some effort, it kicked in and you could lead the hall into the story that you had prepared for them. Feeling the "weight" of the people by their noises, having to push them up, make them fly with the music. I could feel the snippets that you revealed in this video. Totally happy for you, for a successful performance.

[@TonyAmore-dp9kx]

just as gorgeous looking and talented as ever tiffany poon, a new york piano and good luck with your new album.

[@aiko.vintagepianist]

Your performance of Chopin’s Prelude 8 is just amazing!!❤

[@Laogeodritt]

Hi, Tiffany! It's been a little while since I last watched one of your videos-glad to see you've had what seem to be a lot of good milestones and projects in the works. Hope to get to see you perform in Montréal or nearby someday soon. =3

[@FridayFrida]

Perfect piano sleeves!!

[@stellaywwang]

❤great to see your new video!

[@marcius7308]

I wish you a Happy Women's Day, my dear friend, to you and to all your dear female acquaintances who are here and read and like your KZbin channel✨️🎶🎵🎹! ✨️🌞🎀🤗🌷

[@williamyao4525]

How you felt about the piano in the end? I actually liked its tone a lot. It feels soft and gentle (when needed) yet still glistening. It matches perfectly with the warm lighting and the vintage-like concert hall, all giving an atmosphere of memories. Thank you for having this vlog. I think I know more about why you chose such a repertoire. The link to your own childhood memories are touching. Actually, after the concert, I kept thinking about those times when I first see you on KZbin, what I was doing, and what I was like by then. Another form of memories. I know I felt your emotions during the concert (especially the Chopin preludes), but just until now I realized how deep the feeling was. Truly lucky to be a part of this. Be happy, although happy may sound too superficial for a musician. But still, be happy and healthy.

[@chouse8734]

Thank you Tiffany. Such a privilege to see behind the scenes, and congratulations. I've filled out the form. I hope you can play at the Wigmore Hall in London one day soon: I think that might be the right London hall for you!!!!!

[@HidekazuOki]

Glad the concert went well!! :)

[@jean-jacqueskaselorganreco6879]

so touching, so sensitive...I hope there is a gentleman to take care of this sensibility and wrap it with protection and suport...good luck for the concert.One more detail: the concave back curtain behind the piano makes you hear all what happens in the hall, and even your own body movement noises, as it works like concentrating all on one spot.And seconldy to my opinion, the piano should be at least 60 cms more towards the first seating row.

[@MichaelKaykov]

You’re making too many assumptions there imo

[@HidekazuOki]

Such wonderful piano playing on a spectacular piano! ❤

[@Kai04834]

15:50 the coughing comment killed me 😂😂😂

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

🙊

[@Hans-gb4mv]

But I think the next sentence is more important. IF you are not feeling well, stay at home please. Don't risk making other people sick. Yes, I've missed a concert because I didn't feel good enouhg, yes that cost me money, but mine and other people;s health is so much more important.

[@ronl7131]

Tears…seeing 6 yr old and you, now…..what a Journey…fine Artist

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

🥹🖤🤍

[@florcompoema]

MARAVILHOSO !! ⭐⭐

[@rebylau]

It was my first time listening to you live and it was 100% special! I was especially captivated on the 2nd half. You're so right, and I felt that same - we were suspended together with you during the Preludes. From the audience I can hear so well the phrasing, the voicing, the colors and the intense emotions. It was magical and thoughtful, a memorable performance of the amazing Preludes. Thank you so much for a wonderful concert. One question - what were the thoughts behind the paring of Bach and the Preludes in the program?

[@zerosum1290]

hi, thank you, love from australia mate!

[@bobansak2583]

I had 2 seats, one in the orchestra and one in the balcony. The crowd noise was much more evident in the back of the orchestra. Some of that is due to the different densities of the seats filled.

[@StevenDasinger]

I thoroughly enjoyed your performance! It was my first time seeing you in person. Yes, the coughing and fidgeting during the first half were a bit much, but you seemed to handle it well. I didn't notice any fumbles. I really liked the Bach preludes and fugues and the Chopin preludes, some of which I've played. You gave me some ideas on improving my own playing. I also enjoyed your final encore piece: Liszt - Valse Impromptu. I filled out the form. I'm in New Hampshire, but would go anywhere in the New England area to see you perform again.

[@siddharth-gandhi]

Would love to see a full recording of Schumann Toccata 🙏

[@thehappypiano2985]

That’s something that I’ve learned from your videos about not having the music stand on the piano I can here a richer sound with out the stand 👍

[@miquelmendez5465]

Thanks!

[@johnstallworth4072]

Love this!

[@CandaceTravismusic]

Please come down to Florida, I would be thrilled to hear you in person after following you the last 4 years.

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

Thank you for following all this time! Please fill out the tour form so Florida can be considered :) www.doremiclassical.com/tiffany

[@CandaceTravismusic]

@@TiffanyPoonpianistI did right away. Thanks.

[@gabrielleplayspiano]

I would love to perform somewhere like that

[@tomaslaskovsky722]

Chopin and Beethoven are the two composers I have listened to the most. As for your new album, I've been listening to it for a few weeks now, and I think it's very delicate because it contains a lot of things - a lot of levels and positions. I'm trying to get into it. :)

[@tombufford136]

The coughing, tough for a Virtuoso. Amazing Tiffany and the Piano In the Full glare of the General Public ! I might need help to Fill out the Form.

[@ktd9]

I know you did well !!!❤❤❤❤🙏💁‍♀️

[@mephisto212]

Damn that bach prelude to calm yourself down was nice.

[@jstahlhome]

I was sniffling along with Prelude #4… holding my breath.

[@ptg01]

Wow ! So cool. Hope you had a chance to stop by my fave dimsum place in the city... Yank SING !

[@emilydong-s1o]

Schumann!! Am I second?

[@normalizedaudio2481]

3 or 4 times. That is so much work.

[@zichunwang4200]

Come to Jorden Hall in Boston! I’m here waiting for you!!❤❤

[@Cowmunist]

Please come to the UK!

[@taniawalters7132]

I was at the concert and didn’t notice coughing except one time! Loved your performance- brought to tears more than once. Loved the very last encore piece you played. What was it? 😍

[@DrQuizzler]

Unrelated: Bach Fugue #2 was used as the theme song for Sesame Street's "Alphabet Chats" segment, and had lyrics set to it ("A B C D E, C D E F G,..."), which of course I immediately think of whenever I hear that piece. I wonder if there's some respiratory thing going on in the Bay Area, if you were hyperventilating at the end of your concert after hearing so many coughs during the 1st half. Besides that, it sounds like all else went well with the concert, and the food and parade were a bonus. Also congrats on your career starting to really take off.

[@stewartkingsley]

You may not have been saying to so much, though you have been doing it... Being kind and striving...

[@I.amthatrealJuan]

A Tiffany video isn't complete without this, 9:05 😂 Also surprised you haven't gone to a Chinese New Year parade in your home city NYC

[@thomasbunner734]

I really appreciate you sharing your thoughts and feeling so candidly with us all. And it's great that you love nature so much. Awesome Vlog Tiffany. On a side note, I was wondering why you were named Tiffany? Is there a story behind that?🐿🐿

[@vsmith23]

Come to Dallas!!❤

[@boko7654]

I'm just here to say I filled out the form lol

[@tombufford136]

We are out there for you Tiffany, your welcome here. You have dark eyes. You put all your physique into your piano playing and show a natural transition from child to woman with the piano helping you along the way. I played the Chopin prelude as a boy, rather more accurately than you as a six year old though I was a few years older.

[@987fns]

te amooo

[@luisdavidguzman9247]

Come to Mexico one more time!!!

[@pietvanvliet1987]

Was wondering if you have ever played 'het concertgebouw'. Would love to see you there.

[@edilberto425]

lindos videos hace Tiffany.

[@dino_rsl]

please come to Toulouse in france ❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

I might if you fill out the form 😉🙏❤️ www.doremiclassical.com/tiffany

[@rinardman]

Well, I filled out the form at the link, but I don't think you will be coming to my town. 🤔 But maybe if you appear in a city close enough to me, I can make it to your concert. Fingers crossed!🤞

[@brianwolle2509]

even half asleep you have immense, what louis armstrong called, "chops". a bit envious...

[@grassgrees6728]

hi Tiffany, this is just a savage opinion of mine hahaha [its okay to disagree with me]... u don't have to edit ur videos haha... i feel the unedited version is already good enough hahaha

[@ericb1538]

What is your best advice for beginner piano players. Love your vids

[@LofuLammui]

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[@katttttt]

Is it just natural that one can hear the differences between the pianos? Like on the two I reguarly play I know the differences lol, but otherwise...😂

[@nicolaeconstantin1793]

Hello Tiffany! Did you practice when you are tired? Or you practice when you are fresh?

[@SuperChaoticus]

Getting ready for a solo performance can be so stressful. Even if you're doing it for the umpteenth time. Even if you can play your stuff backwards and upside down (an interesting way to sight read, btw. Ask me how I know.)

[@nadinemclean1671]

How do you know?

[@James_Bowie]

Damn the coughers! I hate them, especially those who make zero effort to stifle their noise. A recording engineer once told me that she prefers the house lights to be up during concerts as it tends to reduce the amount of coughing compared to a dark house.

[@henrybrillauddelaujardiere9353]

我爱你😊

[@Qiaozhi]

I am hoping there are enough fans from Singapore

[@Adrian-zw6sc]

She's already been there. I want to say 4 or 5 yrs ago.

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

Me, too! Would love to come back. Get your friends to fill out the form 😉

[@aaa-hw2ty]

ohh when， i missed that

[@JungKookOfficiaI]

💜

[@hamzadlm6625]

I always wondered how pianists prepare for such big moments

[@chessjames]

I completely forgot you made videos! It's so refreshing to see your routine and how you practise. Can't wait to see more! New subscriber :D

[@hk3d]

加油

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

🙏

[@isaacxing210]

what is the piece at the beginning of the video?

[@Close-always]

🌹🌹🌹

[@HaiDangPiano]

Can you teach me how to play piano like you Tiffany

[@vipassana72]

you're caring too much. do your gigs and get home. enjoy yourself. make yourself happy. thanks for the post and insight. the Giants are playing the Cowboys this evening. should be a good atmosphere.

[@Maxfr8]

If you light off fireworks at key times, then the audience will be distracted from any mistakes. You're welcome.