I Took A Risk And Played @JVKE's Golden Hour At My Master's Recital - This Is What Happened!

For my final Master's recital at New England Conservatory, I decided to play a few of my arrangements that I made inspired by my videos. JVKE's Golden Hour has a special place in my heart, and I decided to make a cello and piano arrangement. Special thanks to Andrew Li for playing Golden Hour with me! Seriously, the piano part is about 10x harder than the cello part haha
Filmed in Burnes Hall, 4-19-23
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This live performance is now available to stream everywhere! Stream on Spotify: open.spotify.com/album/5Pw9YO1tFNJNkn2qCjjME0 Stream on Apple Music: music.apple.com/us/album/golden-hour-single/1729120206

[@infinityinfinityinfi]

Great. Now just make a 10 hour version 🥰🥰🥰

[@llcspy97]

definitely a risk well taken... you only live once... and sharing your love for the piece and playing it well... great job! loving it!

[@Satyst]

you don’t live once

[@DJSPLITTER]

@@Satyst not everyone believes in reincarnation

[@tweetycheeky8741]

@@DJSPLITTER what about us cats >:(

[@NewbieTetris]

​@@DJSPLITTER we live every day. Definitely not about reincarnation 😂

[@starseed783]

O es who do not believe in reincarnation should go study the whole history of it all the old teachings and listen and hear and understand with no judgment and open mind and then you start to realize we all have lived many of lives. We do not just live one. And ones who do not know are how do you say indoctrinated to lies.

[@rainesorrow1986]

I am surprised the pianist only made a single mistake given how consistently intense the piano portion of the arrangement is. Very impressive.

[@antoniootoni2410]

I mean it's impressive that You could hear it😂😂😂

[@tosleepawake]

⁠@@antoniootoni2410 just a guess, but I assume it’s the note on 2:15, the first high note he jumps to.

[@ChubbyBxnny]

mhm!

[@NovaValentine000]

ayy, I'm not the only one that noticed it. I don't play piano but I enjoy listening to the piano; especially, if the cello and the piano are together. Out of all the instruments to play with the piano, the cello is the best one since it complements the piano so beautifully. I have not yet seen another instrument complement a piano as magnificent as the cello.

[@pianocat5955]

The piano part is not very hard.

[@BenjaminNaman]

Saw you post a clip on Instagram. So glad you put the full thing here. The reverb is so good!!!

[@Lyncon0710]

I also came through Instagram. The presentation is amazing

[@theecoconutoilbaybee8316]

That’s how i hot here too

[@gayboi8963]

Do you mean vibrato i cant really hear any reverb?

[@fohseytv]

I could feel my entire body tingle, this was an amazing version of the song. Thank you for blessing my ears.

[@imcontemptwithlife4155]

Wasn’t though

[@WalletOfZhongli]

@@imcontemptwithlife4155 bro wdym its amazing

[@SilentMind]

fr bro my nipples got all hard and shii 🤭🤭

[@Bee-lze]

@@imcontemptwithlife4155 don't think you could do any better though

[@snazzysammi87]

I thought I was the only one. Glad to see that 468 others agree.

[@pyronix]

ive heard this like a billion times on social media already. this is the first time i teared up over the piece. excellent playing.

[@1v3x9]

Same here

[@blissfull3147]

I cried too, the long note on the chelo was beautiful, i wonder if jvke realises what a master piece he created, i cant wait to hear this covered by a full orchestra

[@anapierri11]

samee, I'm bawling

[@kingshinigami1989]

Same ❤

[@Barrosy]

0:49 his mom slowly pulling her phone up to record the session put a smile to my face 😂great job what a great performance 👏

[@JA-nv4zb]

parents can be so cute sometimes

[@2IPEvents]

That was DEFINTELY my favorite part... Like, "Let me just slide this up in here... Nope, Nobody is watching me..." The only thing missing is the quick glance to the right and left.

[@redsn4pper]

I legit laughed out loud the moment I heard that Bach 4. Well done! Superb arrangement and performance!🎉

[@cheekguardian1378]

What is that exactly?

[@redsn4pper]

@@cheekguardian1378 listen to Bach’s Cello Suite No. 4, the Prelude for a few seconds, and then come back to this video at 2:26 and you’ll know ;-)

[@byLizee]

love it

[@wizardOfRobots]

It's not bach, it's BVCH

[@madeleineeeeeeeeeee]

@@wizardOfRobotsLMAOOO

[@user-gt7zd1eq6m]

I started to feel the tears forming my eyes and at some point even forgot that they were streaming down my cheeks. I was so immersed and moved by both of your playing ❤

[@jupiterfacts1027]

I completely agree🥹

[@jessicapeyton5444]

The second time he hit the chorus I felt the anticipation for the build up and then how he pulled back on the volumes as shivers down my spine

[@Humaan372]

Damn it aint that deep

[@kimL93]

I get one too aint life is beautiful 😢

[@coopiscool9419]

@@Humaan372 why you gotta be like that. Let people feel things

[@coltengerloff2173]

This was the first version of the song I had ever heard. When I heard the actual song I was shocked how much more I enjoyed this version. This piece moves me. It makes my hair stand on end.

[@coltenmilford6837]

Same, did the teachers know the song?

[@INPUR3IFY]

One of the rare times a pop song actually deserves to a popular song. It is a beautifully composed piece of music. This was an equally beautiful rendition, good job boys.

[@Travelers_chosen_damaged]

Not a fan of the lyrics but the instrumentals are just mwah perfect

[@y9ri]

@@Travelers_chosen_damaged agreed

[@deepsea5348]

It may have been risky, but choosing a song you love really payed off! You can really hear when a players heart is in it, and that’s beautiful!

[@leerontaimusic]

JVKE's 'Golden Hour' has a very special place in my heart because of is wonderful and heartfelt lyrics, and also its beautiful and riveting melody. I'm just amazed by how beautiful you both performed this song in your Master's recital. I really love the wondrous sound of this cover version. Fantastic work to you both!

[@essennagerry]

Dunno how this got recommended to me as I know nothing about classical music and close to nothing about music in general. But I really like this. It's very beautiful. I can't perceive it the same way educated and experienced musicians can but whatever I do perceive with my brain this is very easy and pleasant to listen to, all the details are pretty, it's all so beautifully woven in together. I have no idea what exactly you arranged and which piece you took from to put this together but whatever you did it was in good taste. Thank you for sharing.

[@kjl1614]

this is a pop song by JVKE, it's called Golden Hour

[@KateCarew]

You don’t have to be classically trained to appreciate beauty! Don’t EVER allow yourself to feel excluded from any art form. If you feel something, if it resonates then you get it. Admire importantly, you don’t have to get a lot of it, but just taking a chance and stepping out of your comfort zone to explore and experience something new can be a genuine gift in and of itself. There’s so much beauty in this world, it belongs to all of us and no one at once. It’s yours for the taking 🙏🏻

[@Kuroth_]

The absolute beauty of music is that you don't have to be able to articulate WHY music is good. If you have the ear for it, it's simply apparent when something IS good. Articulating it can be nice, but appreciation is more important. I'm so glad you can appreciate and understand WHEN music is good, because music has a direct connection to the human soul on a level that, while it CAN be analyzed and articulated, it absolutely isn't necessary to feel fulfilled in simply listening.

[@user-rd3mh4hp2d]

I want your response on a shirt. Love it.

[@dirtysnow6662]

It's these kinds of arrangements that really give you an idea of what the cello's strong advantage is compared to most stringed instruments; it replicates the range of the human voice. Having a song like Golden Hour where you can swap the vocals for the cello, it also sings.

[@iamthinking2252_]

Being picky - i feel like even violins can do that, whether on first position or higher position on G and D strings Nothing against cello though, they’re all great!

[@abramabesamis23]

The accompanist's effort is very much appreciated as well.. good job 💯

[@vedikabhojwani4150]

This is one of my favourite adaptations to this song. Its so beautifully done !!!!

[@shengshirleylor]

I'm going through all the Golden Hour piano covers and I'm like, they're so beautiful and then I came across this video cover and I'm also like, "Wow, that's even more beautiful!!!!"

[@ezini414]

you made me pick up my cello for the first time in four years dude.

[@XalvandorsNest]

Don't ever stop again. I'm counting on you my friend.

[@cristianbuhac4526]

u still playing?

[@shadow_fox773]

I’m here to check up and say, if you haven’t been already, keep going!!! We believe in you!

[@Travelers_chosen_damaged]

Here to check up on you what pieces have you learned

[@whatifschrodingersboxwasacofin]

Congrats on your successful recital. My friend performed her first year Master’s recital in operatic voice performance a couple of weeks ago. So relieved after hours and hours and hours and HOURS of practicing. Now she’s off to sing in Vienna over the summer, the poor thing. I hope you have auspicious plans, too! I’m so jealous of your understanding of music and your ability to create its so beautifully. Your hard work shows. 👏👏👏

[@carlosdowell4861]

I saw this on Instagram first and I could not help my self and I found myself watching this beautiful video with such a wonderful song. It gave me shivers listening to this song for some reason. It made me want to learn how to play some sort of classical instrument. Keep up the amazing music I hope to see more.

[@exodusdiva2295]

Beautiful 😍 Your rendition of this song was wonderful. Both of you

[@Larsgman]

Amazing duet. Idk who you are but you get a sub from me for that performance. Tell the guy on the piano and that he did amazing. Send my regards. God bless you both.

[@Joe-iq1dl]

everyones talking about the cello but how is noone talking about how precise the notes are one the piano with both hands?!

[@ten8347]

Wow, you’re performance was absolutely incredible. I don’t know a whole lot about music, but you playing evoked such a mix of emotion and I couldn’t help but be immersed. And I have never been one to cry, but this was definitely something special. Keep working hard!!

[@KeepinItReal632]

Love JVKE’s song, Golden Hour, and I love the Cello and piano!!! Beautiful!!!!! ❤❤❤❤ This was like the sound of heaven to my ears! Thank you!! ❤

[@agnesbertiz2045]

Beautiful and well done! I hope they passed you.😄Congratulations!

[@janarowland3659]

So beautiful! I am weeping listening to your arrangement. I thank God for you! So grateful.

[@iamtjahan]

quite moving! and congratulations on your recital. wishing you the best as you and your colleague move forward with your music journey

[@KAReuben07]

Absolutely gorgeous!!! You both did a wonderful job. I want this audio recording. It gave all the feels. ❤

[@batmannewyork]

Wow thank you for sharing, stunning. You have a gift and you share that love of your work and music in your playing. ❤

[@michaelchan82]

Absolutely beautiful, thank you for sharing❤

[@ShimmyX]

That was wonderful! Amazingly done! Please more!

[@aggieinaussie3966]

Beautifully performed by both you and the pianist ❤❤❤

[@rg77083]

Superb!!! Thank you so much for your music and expertise! Truly inspiring! Yes, please thank Andrew Li for us too!

[@RockSolid1023]

This is so beautiful! Bravo 👏🏼

[@Burnerbaby]

The Bach addition was superb. Absolutely stunning.

[@nabgilby]

WOW, this was gorgeous, creativity like yours could bring your generation back to the performance halls for classical music!

[@SpoookyBooogie]

Christ that's beautiful. Feels like the background music of a cinematic for some rpg that's finally ending after 15 years and 9 installments.

[@SquirtlePower809]

Absolutely stunning! Thank you for sharing your gift with the world

[@GheaRashmi42]

Very beautiful! Both of you are so talented!! Great work

[@NeilS.]

Beautiful tone ! Beautiful performance ! Bravo Jeremy !

[@jessebarnes8452]

Love the emotion that exudes from the musicians during this piece.

[@tailtaletsare]

Wonderful! Thank you for sharing it.

[@ChanteldraGardner]

This is absolutely beautiful! One of my favorite songs

[@reyhanarae93]

That was beautifully played & eloquently done ~

[@user-lf4kd9uv9d]

So breathtakingly beautiful. I had tears in my eyes, thank you for this masterpiece!!

[@hope3034]

Awesome ... beautiful .. well done.

[@NanciesArt11]

Bravo 👏 Bravo 👏 ..That was Superbly Exquisite. Enjoyed the ending. Thanks for Sharing ☺️💖

[@Rafique-st4kj]

I love it when I see things like this, it is very satisfying to witness an artist truly appreciate every facet of their work, in this case he visibly loves every note, which is very satisfying to watch.

[@kchzion]

Beautiful and well done!

[@Stranger_Strange_Land]

Stunning! Beautiful performance! Thank you for sharing. Good luck in your endeavors!

[@aSoul2Hearts]

Beautiful. So so beautiful. It made me cry. Such a well done performance. Kudos! 🎉

[@Viscool8332]

Its just beautiful. you can feel the SOUL in the music. They better have given you an A+

[@sometimessmiley9840]

Incredible, I’m crying at how beautiful this is

[@linda6987]

Brilliant! Love this!!!!! ⭐️💛⭐️

[@paurodilla8334]

This was beautiful. Thanks for sharing!

[@HeidariReacts]

Just saw your tiktok and I HAD TO come and listen to the whole thing! Just wow… This was truly beautiful to listen too. You two did an amazing job! 👏👏👏

[@zenus4270]

That actually brought a tear to my eye. Your performance was absolutely admirable, Well done Both of you!😊

[@johnathanxu8502]

Hey Jeremy, your performance are fabulous, keep going!

[@ahh6067]

id never heard this song before, but this rendition it absolutely stunning. even after hearing the original, this version still holds first place. beautifully executed :)

[@angelaw.83]

That was awesome and the way you added bach at the end, beautiful ❤️

[@1v3x9]

This was an amazing cover. Shoutout to both you and the pianist

[@lancemorrow1235]

Well done, to both of you!! I love the cello. thank you!

[@lisabennett1253]

So beautiful! Choked me up!

[@skittles2]

Beautiful arrangement ❤

[@petarivers1162]

so beautifully done!

[@MrCoolstuff66]

Watched this so many times. Adding to my youtube music playlist for sure. Outstanding

[@water_lp7391]

Really beautiful played. Thanks for the video

[@BontrasSnide]

I got shivers multiple times listening to this! It was beautiful.

[@tomathetaurus]

This is such a beautiful song especially when people do instrumental covers of it.

[@77CathyAnn]

Congratulations! You're performance outshines them all!

[@sonnyboh]

This is so beautiful! And I just love how you're moving with the music.

[@livallen9304]

What a beautiful rendition!

[@circasmooth]

You killed it man! That was fantastic

[@mariav6198]

Beautiful!

[@teresaxiong4494]

Absolutely beautiful ❤

[@wafflepiepancake]

Your playing was so beautiful I actually started crying. I rarely cry to songs too

[@Carmen.hanh.do.66]

Hey just wanna let you know that you’re very talented! Rich and full cello sound. And especially very nice arrangement

[@colleenjarrell9277]

Beautiful ❤️

[@achieasroman7204]

Beautiful

[@tecto_andy]

Brought me to tears man. Good tears. This is so beautiful and heavenly sounding. Keep it up I can’t wait to see what else your produce.

[@ShootingStarsWithYou]

literally got teary eyed THIS IS ABSOLUTELY AMAZING AND TOUCHING

[@Yadrial]

Absolutely beautiful, sent chills down my spine listening to this. Great job!

[@Bemap30]

At the level you're are playing, you can enjoy it and deliver an awesome performance. Nice cello work

[@betterthanmost2302]

Every time it got to the climax at "I don't need to light to see you..." it got me tearing up! Absolutely beautiful!!

[@evelynfong]

Absolutely stunning and beautiful.

[@anordinarygamer4112]

Absolutely astonishing playing, well deserved and well done ❤️

[@ninabermejo9044]

Just zipped over here from Instagram. I absolutely love this compilation y'all put together. I have tears running down my face. 😭❤ Beautiful!

[@Kaylub01]

your musicianship is out of this world. congrats on a great run, you should be very proud!

[@anella1294]

That was so beautiful!! Gave me chills. Truly amazing performance.

[@backes002]

listening to you play is so good, I really appreciate your skill with this instrument

[@rm.makes.me.smile_]

That ending absolutely shook my spirit. So lovely 🥹💕

[@coolguycandy2156]

i loved the seamless transition to bach 4!!!

[@robynblackshire6146]

Amazing job! I could listen to this every morning to start my day off right 👍

[@mariaclarabarros4576]

sooooo beautiful, congratulations!!!

[@Fawaffles]

This is the level of mastery on a music instrument I strive for. The ability for your body to flow freely along with the music.

[@tkdgjs3]

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[@teamrose]

GORGEOUS! Made me cry like this song always does…wonderful!

[@frenchitaaki7357]

bravo!!!! it's pure gold...oatmeal to my soul 🥰