Hélène Grimaud - Ravel Piano Concerto in G major (Hengelbrock, NDR) - Video 2017

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[@raz1926]

When she plays, she lives the moment to its fullest. Pure bliss to hear her play.

[@robertcohn8858]

I can't understand why audience members are not standing on their chairs and wildly applauding this incredible performance! Thank you so much for posting such an outstanding recording.

[@arthurenzo3075]

Because they prefer the superficial and too fast playing of Wang and Triffonov and Co, because they thing speed is everything. Helene Grimed is one of the few pianists who doesn't constantly show of her virtuosity because she cares about the music and not of herself. This is definitively the case by Las Vegas Wang. She wants attention first and foremost. This performance of Grimauld is one of the finest I´ve ever heard.

[@edwing71]

@@arthurenzo3075 You are so wrong. First of all "they prefer the superficial and too fast playing of Wang and Triffonov and Co, because they thing speed is everything" is a stupid and very shortsighted answer that in fact is no answer at all to the question why the audience members are not standing on their chairs. I attended a concert with Yuja Wang and the Mahler Chamber Orchestra a couple of weeks ago, playing this same concerto. Well, it was one of the best versions I've heard so far (and I've listened to a lot). Spicy, up-tempo and excited in the appropriate places while still resounding clear musical phrases, but very balanced, intimate and perfectly in sync with the soloists and the orchestra in the adagio assai.

[@arthurenzo3075]

@@edwing71 Es steht ausser Frage, daß dies eine etwas plakative und auch provokante Aussage war, die im Kern aber das ausserordentliche Dilemma in der klassischen Musik beschreibt. Oberflächlichkeit. Die mächtigen Plattenkonzerne wissen nur zu gut, welchen Pianisten sie gut vermarkten können und die "Kunden" unterwerfen sich doch auch willig dieser "Propaganda". Ein bestes Beispiel dafür ist die überragende Gewinnerin des Chopinwettbewerbs von 2010, Yuliana Avdeeva".n Die hat den Platten Bossen nicht "spektakulär" genug gespielt, obwohl Avdeeva der Inbegriff des perfekten Klavier Spielens ist. Im Grunde unterscheidet sich die Klassikindustrie in Nichts von den Oberflächlichkeiten und Attitüden der Unterhaltungsmusik. Ein Freund von mir sagt immer. Klassik ist ja auch Unterhaltungsmusik. Ja, da hat er wohl recht. Und irgendwie haben sich ja auch etwas gekränkt gefühlt. Den Seelenfrieden anderer user wollte ich mit meinem Kommentar allerdings nicht stören.

[@arthurenzo3075]

@@edwing71 Es steht ausser Frage, daß meine Aussage etwas provokant war, was aber das Dilemma der Klassikindustrie zeigt. Die mächtigen Labels wissen genau, welcher Künstler sich besonders gut vermarkten lässt, darauf wird in erster Linie geschaut und der Zuhörer folgt ja auch sehr brav deren "Einflüsterungen" . Das Beste Beispiel ist die Gewinnerin des Chopinwettbewerbs 2010, Yuliana Avdeeva. Die war den Labels zu wenig spektakulär obwohl gerade sie das komplette Klavierspiel wie kein anderer zelebriert.Und die Leute rennen wie Lemminge zu den Konzerten von Avddeva, weil sie von allen die perfekteste Marketingmaschiune ist. kein seriöser Künstler, der die Musik liebt, spielt an einem Abend alle Rachmannninov Klavierkonzerte . Das ist pure Selbstdarstellung und hat mit ernster Klassik nichts zu tun. Im Grunde unterscheidet sich die Klassik doch gar nicht mehr von der Welt der "Hollywood" Musik, der Unterhaltungsbranche. Ein Freund sagt mir immer, das Klassik auch Unterhaltungsmusik ist. Da hat er wohl recht. Sie schienen etwas erbost und gekränkt gewesen zu sein. Ich wollte andere user keinesfalls in ihrem Seelenheil stören und ihre "Musikintegrität" Konterkarrieren . Es ist eben einfach Unterhaltungsmusik.

[@edwing71]

@@arthurenzo3075 It is great to see you taking the time to reply at length on New Year's Day. I agree with most of what you say. The part about classical music being like Hollywood music and nothing more than entertainment holds some truth, but it's a bold statement nevertheless. 🙂 I listen to lots of music genres and classical music (over many centuries) is a big part of it. I prefer to focus on so much that is going on besides what "the big labels" promote. There are so many ways to discover and enjoy music nowadays. Recordings, video's, live concerts of professional as well as amateurs and enthusiast. And it keeps me excited in ways that surpass the entertainment level. Happy new year filled with good music!

[@radiokid2]

The adagio is one of the most gorgeous pieces in all piano literature... and Hélène's demeanor really helps sell it.

[@ZosimoLee]

You can see from her face the bliss she experiences when she is playing the Adagio.

[@jsphotos]

A perfect pairing of orchestra, conductor and performer for this exquisite composition. Ravel's adagio assai...transporting...

[@neilkilleen3911]

This is such a gorgeous performance. The second movement especially really comes from deep down

[@aaronjorgefridman5662]

Con semejante autor, director, y pianista no puede haber otro resultado: una MARAVILLA

[@adalbertmayer667]

Danke, Helene, einfach nur phantastisch - genial gekonnt !!

[@tak-kamchan8879]

Yearning for an unreachable past, countryside in childhood, memorable things that were gone so fast like dreams but even brighter and clearer though sandwiched by the hustling daily jazz-like rhythm of reality.

[@catherinejones9396]

Like all of Ravel's music this wandered along many roads and avenues giving us little glances at the scenery along the way. Intriguingly performed here, but so very beautiful THANK YOU ALL.

[@barbaraglynn1531]

Absolutely wonderful, Helene!! And you looked so happy as you played all three movements. Thank you for the gift of yourself that you share so magnanimously!

[@francinesicard464]

She once said that she has a particular affection for Ravel.

[@barbaraglynn1531]

This is a most attractive hair style for her.

[@stargazer1sd]

This is the best performance of this piece I've heard.

[@francescofontana4295]

I totally agree! I thought after Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli, never a player could have transmitted a similar emotion but...Mrs Grimaud...❤❤❤❤❤

[@gahermann]

Difficult not to be distracted by this superb pianist's beauty.

[@sgchastain]

She is always pretty but she is luminous here.

[@barbaraglynn1531]

@@sgchastain You’re absolutely right. Helene does look luminous performing here.

[@medmoh4124]

elle a cette façon très personnelle de jouer sur certaines interprétation qui est génial l orchestre est a la hauteur

[@mariaceciliamaringonidecar904]

Helene, Sie sind wie immer fabelhaft! Herzliche Gruesse aus São Paulo/Brasilien.

[@elviralovemusic2020]

Очень понравилось исполнение концерта органичностью и проникновенностью в характер исполняемого, прекрасным ансамблем с оркестром и целостностью исполнения!

[@ershenlin1774]

I'm not so fun of modern concertos, but this one is exceptional, I have to listen to its entirety. Grimaud and Hengelbrock did a very good job.

[@ershenlin1774]

BTW, anyone knows the name of that black instrument playing the first note?

[@llianko]

it's a whip (often called slapstick or frusta)@@ershenlin1774

[@xTripzyx]

@@ershenlin1774 if you mean at 0:37 it's the whip

[@evelynn_teoh]

wow..such beauty of sound.. the whole orchestra was moved by her playing every time she starts to sing with her hands..

[@billding7073]

Ravel was a singular composer, without peer. He is truly modern and his influences carry over to many film composers through the millenium. No one else could exact the color and surprise from an orchestra as he was able. Gershwin came France to seek him out as his compositions reflect. Helene Grimaud understands his music like few other pianists. She makes it live and breathe as if it had new life. This performance is perfection.

[@barbaraglynn1531]

You are absolutely right, bill ding. Few, if any, can give this piece the subtlety, touch and fire that Helene does. Can it be because both Helene and Ravel are French? Perhaps.

[@davidsheriff9274]

Martha Argarich, Pascal Roge and Vladimir Perlemutter are also wonderful interpreters of Ravel's music.

Harp section is my favorite in the first movement. Like a magic! ✨

[@SuperSUnge]

Merci Hélène! Absolument magnifique❤️

[@michaelhooper7587]

Oui. C'est vrais.!

[@АндрейЕременко-о6ж]

ЛЮБОПЫТНЫЙ ,,Приятель дорогой, здорово! Где был ты?,, - ,,В Кунстмере, мой друг! Ча'са три там ходил я; Всё ви'дел, всё смотрел; от удивления повериш ли, не станет ни уменья пересказать тебе, ни сил. И в правду там чудес палата! Ох как на выдумки природа даровата! Каких там то'лько тварей не видал я. Кааки'е бабочки,, букашки, казявки, мушки, таракашки! Одни как изумруд, другие как. коралл! Какие крохотны коровки! Есть право

[@walternicolich895]

WOW, GREAT ARTISTRY ON THE KEYBOARD…….THE WHOLE CONCERT WONDERFUL

[@josegallegos1067]

tremendous 👏👏👏👏🎹🌹

[@mariadepaulo1830]

Maravillosa intérprete.

[@anandsamuel1978]

I have never heard this Concerto before! However it is wonderful to hear it. Helene Grimaud is indeed awesome! Have listened to her playing other Concertos as well and she is extremely talented!

[@iguarni]

I like Helene too much. In my opinion the best performance ever by this concert is by Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli. Helene is great too!

[@ArthurBlakeDiscussions]

Most musical pianist I have ever heard.

[@ubkwerhe5469]

the last nine minutes of the second movement is my favourite. real masterpiece

[@mashtali1]

second movement of this concerto is Ravel's masterpiece.

[@juliexie1985]

Me, too. So wonderful 🥰🥰

[@retf054ewte3]

even I agree.

[@jfpary7336]

On ne lasse pas de cet adagio , un miracle à chaque écoute...

[@aaronjorgefridman5662]

Helene suma a una exquisita calidad como pianista enorme sensibilidad y un rostro bellísimo: doble placer; verla y escucharla. Sólo aplausos

[@ronaldfarson]

beyond outstanding performance of this beautiful piece by Hélène!

[@emilcretan]

Outstanding contribution to music and remarkable wit. Merci Hélène

[@S3NWO7]

En philosophie, quand on parle d'art, on distingue l'humain du divin pour parler de la source de créativité. Pour moi, le divin dans l'art est cette source d'inspiration inexplicable qui fait dire à certains artistes que leurs productions ne leur appartiennent pas. C'est une parfaite collaboration entre l'humain et ce divin, c'est-à-dire une collaboration équilibrée où chacun est à sa juste place.

[@shin-i-chikozima]

In this performance, all is far superior splendor The comfort of her performance is beyond compare

[@iks.7048]

I see we find ourselves again!

[@shin-i-chikozima]

@@iks.7048 Thankyou I hope you are well From A corner of Tokyo where is very hot and humid

[@alexanderdupuis]

Stravinsky called Ravel "a Swiss watchmaker." I'm not sure what he meant by that but I always liked the appellation. Any time I hear Helene Grimaud play anything, Beethoven, Ravel, Brahms, it doesn't matter. Her playing makes me fall in love again.

[@barbaraglynn1531]

Helene HAS to rank right up there in the top 5 pianists playing today. And she seems to get better as she gets older. I simply love her and her playing!!

[@juanantoniovives50]

Veig una Hélène Grimaud de 48 anys en plena forma.Diuen que està una mica delicada de salut però el 2017,interpretant aquest concert se la veu pletòrica i encantadora.J.A.Vives. 18-6-2021.

[@bedorf1908]

Magical

[@sergioaguila1129]

Mi pianista maravillosa y talentosa.Una mujer de ALMA HERMOSA. Muy querida por éste FANS. Abrazos HELENE🤗🙌💥🌹❤

[@chonglamm8355]

Bravo !! J'ai beaucoup aimé.... Surtout le 2ème mvt..comme vous avez conduit la fin avec beaucoup de finesse.

[@andreagriseri7656]

🥲Adagio......tears!!! Thank you Maurice Thank you Helène

[@markus1323]

Der Klabautermann kommt und holt se sich im dritten Satz. Das ist einfach sooo geil, diese Verweigerung von jedem Pathos!

[@agi1666]

Wie meinst du das?

[@les3jedis]

Envoûtant !

[@francescofontana4295]

Breath taking. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@sgchastain]

I read that after the premiere of Debussy's L'apres-midi d'une Faune, Ravel said, "If there is music in heaven, this is it." One could say the same here.

[@reinhardtristaneugen9113]

ich mag ja den Interlog zwischen den Hölzern sehr bei 13:00 und circa 17:45... ...dann mag ich auf meiner Pizza am liebsten nicht normale Zwiebeln, die aber auch gehen, sondern Frühlingszwiebeln... ...und wen ich gerne mal treffen mag, ist bestimmt auch schon bekannt, ich verzichte aber nicht darauf, das regelmäßig zu wiederholen, um genug Expressivität und Emphase hinter diesen Wunsch zu setzen... ...also wenn ich mir das aussuchen kann, welchen Promi ich treffen darf, dann ist das ganz sicher 😇❤Hélène❤😇... le p'tit Daniel

[@sirtom23]

Wonderful performance. Am I hearing things or did the flute player do something odd around 13:12?

[@Donaldrien9]

Yes, he did an eighth note instead of a quarter note on the A# apex, thus ruining the entire moment. The beat was also off all along.

[@Johnluthecomposer]

Off beat. Terrible.

[@elenaroldanpizzi1671]

Perfect adjustment of instrument. It evoques nature in its changes, grooovy day at home forest Helene I've begun to enjoy Ravel composser with you. 19 and so on compossers cost me a great deal to stand them,because I consider themevolved in a worl of evil Thank you

[@ivanhorvath]

Astonishing.

[@micmarcla]

aérien , sidéral , génial !

[@vachetbernard4200]

Belle charismatique talentueuse je reste fasciné mci Hélène d’être ce que tu es

[@rmzkip]

perfection

[@lj291261]

Travel would love her.

[@antonyirvine9338]

Elle est jeune et belle ici jouant la musique de son compatriote.

[@Pacopepeim]

15:30 - 17:30 Espero que el señor que toca el corno inglés esté bien

[@samueljakobgreter4921]

❤❤❤

[@alexzuev431]

Само совершенство!!!❤❤❤🎉🎉🎉

[@АндрейЕременко-о6ж]

Когда' из глубины' души'! Аплодисме'нты хароши' как аргуме'нт эмо'циям альтернати'ва в перспекти'ве импровиза'ция с интерпрета'цией всему' осно'ва Из вне услы'шав что-то или из души' импровизи'руя интерприти'руй так! Чтоб аплоди'ровал и тот кто то'пает нога'ми! Со дна! Из са'мой глубо'кой глубины' души' !!! (06.03.2023. Ваш Е.А.Н. Краснода'рский)

[@normanzurich2781]

Adagio @9:20

[@alexzuev431]

Игра на грани возможного, особенно молодого духовика гобоиста в адажио!!!

[@Beevreeter]

18:26 that look of ecstasy...

[@androidkenobi]

15:34 the look of sheer struggle

[@pierreleroy6826]

Waouh

[@mashtali1]

that long trills at the end says if you don't like it, fuck you ! 18:00

[@EGM777]

🤣

[@ericbenjamin2908]

@@EGM777 It does? How? (Maybe it says "Fuck you" to you. I don't know what to tell you about that. Well, I do, but you already said it.) It says" Floating alternating notes" to me. And I think she could have shaded it more. This is, however, a wonderful performance.

[@АндрейЕременко-о6ж]

WHOISWHOвхевисвхе

[@mattb-iq3iv]

@@ericbenjamin2908 it doesn't mean anything to you. you don't know shit

[@clamanus]

22:30 papa pa pa BUM. Voila, extraordinaire ❤️

[@EGM777]

👍🐱😉♥

[@wlf7917]

She just feels the 2nd movement differently...I heard like 30 great pianists playing this and she owns it, like Martha owns Prokoviev piano concertos

[@barbaraglynn1531]

WIF791, I agree completely. I just finished listening to Martha Argerich’s rendition of this piece. I found her 1st and 3rd movements played just a bit too fast for my liking. For me, her second movement lacked any personal feeling. Helene, on the other hand, played this 2nd movement with her heart and soul. And her 1st and 3rd are perfect in pace and feeling, and are played with the heart as well. Just look at her luminous face throughout the whole. She seems transpired by the music. Last comment…..way down the line of importance. Helene Grimaud is a beautiful woman and very easy to “look” at. Much better to listen to, though.

[@sanderson9515]

Love the adagio assai (9:40).

[@woodwind7186]

What a shame the principal flute can’t count.

[@petercadarache6545]

🕎🕎🕎🕎🕎🕎🕎🕎🕎🕎

[@KC-wn4hi]

8:10

[@АндрейЕременко-о6ж]

Мы без Laove ни как не можем, ни пузыри пускать со дна, ни рифмы плесть посередине, или Шедевры строить наверху

[@milenadjurovic5612]

Joan of Arc

[@Sicilian-Lover]

Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli is the best!

[@claudioparrella183]

che noia

[@АндрейЕременко-о6ж]

Пойди спляши

[@АндрейЕременко-о6ж]

да метлою помаши Скука враз твоя пройдет Будеш ве'сел как енот

[@АндрейЕременко-о6ж]

Добро и зло переплелись В борьбе Война и мир ☮️ Экзаменуют Любовь и ненависть бушуют

[@barbaraglynn1531]

Claudio Parrella, if you were bored listening to that piece, the fault is not with the performers, but with you, it seems. Helene Grimaud was in top form throughout, but especially in the second movement. It was sublime!!

[@claudioparrella183]

@@barbaraglynn1531 Il mio stato d'animo era sereno. I miei giudizi rispecchiano fedelmente il mio pensiero e non hanno nessun condizionamento