John Williams, Itzhak Perlman - Schindler's List

[@sharonhii1099]

Itzhak’s version feels like the violin is crying deep inside but still trying to hold back the tears and putting on a straight face.

[@jehuirasales3588]

Hes the original one who played this.

[@franziskad.5738]

Oh.. yes.. very well said

[@stephenwatkin18]

He makes his violin speak

[@Burnieceproductions]

The fact that the audience pauses for roughly 6 seconds after the piece is completed just shows how moved everyone was. The fact that Perlman was able to do that with his violin reveals how marvelous of a musician he was. He moved an ENTIRE audience. Not ONE person knew what to do when the song was over. EVERYONE was so full of emotion for the song. Bravo to you Itzhak Perlman. You are a fine musician.

[@downboy3957]

Joshua Burniece or they were just making sure he was finished playing all the way through

[@user-vn7sj5ig8w]

+Joshua Burniece. No offense to what you said Perlman as a fine musician. It is an understatement.

[@eringryffin]

Never noticed that but you might be onto something. The first woman we see is not just waiting for it to finish, she is literally covering her mouth, that moved. It's just true, this tune doesn't sound the same when others play it. Beyond beautiful.

[@savtazvia3456]

@@user-vn7sj5ig8w Not a fine musician. THE FINEST!! No one plays like him. It's his soul and and his being are playing . There isn't one like him. He plays to the 6 millions and to us who survived and he moves our souls and our being down to the deepest core and soul. He does not play an instrument he plays his soul to our souls.

[@user-vn7sj5ig8w]

@@savtazvia3456 I was replying to Joshua Burniece post when he commented how fine Itzhak is. We all know he is an icon. Your right about that.

[@margothh1895]

Perlman is one of the only ones who can play this well. He doesn't just play the notes, he really gets the whole feeling and sadness. It is almost like the violin is crying. It is so beautiful and his timing and everything is just perfect.

[@margothh1895]

Margot HH and I have tried to play this, but I just can't get the sorrow and the power of this beautiful and thought provoking song.

[@margothh1895]

Margot HH I've listened to this song many times and only when Perlman plays it does it evoke the horrible sorrow and makes me hate humanity.

[@andrewzheng4038]

I heard he plays it at every single one of his concerts. He’s a Jew, too, so this song probably means something very personal to him, hence his heartfelt interpretation of it

[@martinmayhew145]

Well it's important to him, he's one of the people Oscar Schlindler saved

[@adana7838]

Martin Mayhew No he isn’t, he was born in 1945 in Israel

[@melparker9337]

One of the most beautiful pieces of music ever written.

[@izzybee2705]

Punto

[@simoncarrier9910]

you just haven't listened to much.

[@melparker9337]

@@simoncarrier9910 Really?

[@Singapom888]

This piece of music is sacred. The reality it touches is so horrendous, so awful, so unspeakable. Only this music can begin to express the sadness.

[@kkal9915]

@@simoncarrier9910 Simon you are correct. LOL!

[@tomfuller5585]

The weeping violin. John Williams and Itzhak get it perfectly. Such a treasure.

[@edin201x]

When Spielberg showed to John Williams an unedited copy of the movie, the composer was left speechless. He declared himself unable to write the score, and said to Spielberg "you need a better composer than I am for this...". Spielberg just replied, "I know, but they're all dead!".

[@adrianfernandez2010]

Then John took a walk around the block to take in what he just watched. It was then when he knew what he had to do.

[@adrianfernandez2010]

okolekahuna I’m sure that it can be found in an interview somewhere...

[@simonprecheurllarena]

That is a beautiful quote

[@bttrade6286]

@@okolekahuna3862 Agreed. The music that came out of John William's pen really makes you wonder whether a human wrote it. And then they also picked an equally out-of-this-world man to play the music. There is no one who would play this better than Itzhak Perlman.

[@bevrek]

Perhaps, but i'd like to hear Steve Vai give it a go.

[@judithGALE-ry8cz]

Beyond a masterpiece......... Spielberg, Williams ,& Pearlman Created a miracle

[@lanacicmanec8568]

So beautiful

[@NP-zl7dz]

You listen to this, not with your ears, but through your soul.

[@BassmanII]

+Nikesh Patel Amen

[@leo1ll1]

+Nikesh Patel COULDN'T AGREE MORE

[@DRDAVE3855]

+Nikesh Patel ......Amen.

[@burpie3258]

Very very true

[@hopebgood]

+Nikesh Patel ......abso....lutley

[@lazsu355]

Nobody is able to play this part of film music then Perlman. Fantastic!

[@mesquite371]

John Williams is one of the greatest composers of our time and Itzak Perlman is truly magnificent. Never fails to make me cry.

[@stephenwatkin18]

He is hear😮ng to what God is saying!

[@CarolynProctor-jo2zj]

When I close my eyes and cry while listening to the music, I can only think of 2 things at once; the little girl in the red coat and Pastor Martin Niemoller, “First they came for the Communists and I was not a communist, so I did not speak out….” I had it carved from cedar for my grandson’s birth.

[@hectorpalacios5527]

John Williams is a genius. It's an honor to live in his time.

[@martinlouden9005]

One of the most beautiful pieces of music ever written in my opinion. It tears me apart each time I hear it!

[@AJ-bz7wq]

So so true

[@merrilynstanger7241]

I agree , I am an ex ballerina , forever a dancer and I am choreographing edited , I am injured too , say half the piece , my long bendy arms with small but beautiful In line steps piece for a Jewish woman , my rock through my injury , lockdowns and a quiet achiever . She is an outstanding in all ways teacher. Her daughter said ✔️she loves this ! I will honour all Jews with my emotive arms and my father who was the most unbiased human , loving all , he would be happy

[@Patcall7777]

So true; it’s deeply coming from the soul.

[@lindaopthof2783]

In the same category as Mozart

[@NickJay]

You and me both, Martin. I've listened to a few renditions of this but Itzhak's performances are extraordinary! I mean he makes that violin almost sing! Beautiful.

[@jimmillen8738]

I am not Jewish but I'm not ashamed to cry when I hear this recording. If it doesn't touch your heart then you don't have one. As an aside I think history will record Perlman as the greatest violinist of our time.

[@stephencaudle1766]

Perlman and Yo-yo Ma are truly two of the greatest musicians of all time.

[@miguelr1784]

3:38 That high note always breaks my heart, so much emotion in just one note, amazing talent and beautiful master piece.

[@rohirrim8488]

There's that moment where John Williams recognizes that this performance by Itzhak Pearlman is something special and hushes the entire orchestra to let him shine that much brighter. One of the finest pieces of music ever written by man.

[@jmgonestopshop1462]

Exceptional performance, soul satisfying!

[@stephenwatkin18]

I agree, he saw a gift from God!

[@wizzardofpaws2420]

This has to be the most emotional musical piece ever made. It's beautiful and Itzak brings it to life.

[@Sebastian_Gecko]

nope. /watch?v=MqoANESQ4cQ

[@shark471]

It could be argued either way.

[@seanp1129]

Possibly the most beautiful and tragic pieces of music ever written.

[@jackies56tbird]

Williams should have gotten 10 Oscars for that!!!!!! It is THE most moving music I have ever heard. Itzhak Perlman is genius

[@patregas840]

So moving! I’m 80 years of age and I have never been so moved by anything like this composition! The movie is my favorite of all movies I’ve seen!❤

[@garethfieldstead7547]

Seriously? It's absolutely harrowing.

[@martinlaforge2401]

I cry.with this brilliant music. My family escaped from Poland. When the music ends I smile.

[@joannemosley3433]

When I first heard this music, I cried as well.

[@widowmakerheartattack5212]

His touch on that violin is dripping with such emotions.

[@bettyanngerman31]

Everytime someone publishes a performance of the theme of Schindler's List, I always return to this performance for a comparative study. Many violonists play this piece with a slower tempo, but for me the tempo which Itzhak Perlman plays this intrinsically sad melody demonstrates the urgency of time for the poor victims who had so little time left by continually pushing the song through. I have always felt that this performance is like the sound of a human voice reproduced by the violon. Mr Perlman plays the piece with such a deep understanding that only age can bring. This piece truly belongs to him. PWhat also makes this performance so great is John Williams' understanding of Hebraic folk music for the composition as well as his wonderful conducting skills. He holds back the orchestra at certain points to let the violin sing its melancholic song and then controls the timing perfectly of that so important last note. It enraptured the entire audience so much they didn't breathe or clap for 6 seconds. It always makes me cry without fail.

[@thangvuong9196]

The power of music to touch the heart and the soul fully realized in this piece, masterfully performed by Maestro Perlman.

[@ObsidianMirage]

00:20 Woah... I was not prepared for that mustache...

[@fernanaquino2482]

lol

[@Rolacko]

+Isaac Wolf jajajaa :D LOL !! you makes me happy with this funny joke bro ! :D

[@Nikitoz9595]

+Isaac Wolf your comment made me laught so hard :D

[@natalyvalleau5449]

omg hahahaha

[@ViewTube_Emperor_of_Mankind]

He looks like an anime character

[@DanielDeRudder]

The sadest music ever composed by John Williams, played brilliantly by Itzhak Perlman.

[@cristianmicu]

i see beauty where you see sadness, im listening to same piece

[@LauraMacAlevey]

As another 'victim of the history', please accept my gratitude for what you expressed both in your words and through the music. No one can play it with so much raw emotion as you can. Bravo!

[@marybarrett47]

incredible - my heart cries with him - beyond beautiful - God touched this man

[@rodrigogoncalves6165]

The violin here doesn't play a tune, it cries in memory of those that died

[@levi2bear]

a beautiful and brilliant observation,,,Bravo

[@levismommy9389]

I love this comment.

[@Restrion]

I like this song and criminal is annoying so I don’t think so boi

[@Bronco57]

Wow Que lindo tu comentario, muy sabio lo que has dicho.

[@WelahHomo87]

Well said

[@jeanlucrobert9786]

Probably the most beautiful movie music ever.

[@patrickshiu]

There are many versions of this song, some people play it as hope, but god, the sadness and loneliness that came of this particular performance brought me to tears

[@elcordinho2202]

Perfectly written Perfectly executed A glimpse or rare, true perfection

[@rickgordon2849]

Magnificent rendition. If you notice, the audience was so stunned by the performance that it took several seconds for anyone to be able to applaud. Mankind at it's best in answer to mankind at it's worst. Gives one hope!

[@gadielcedenoerazo]

This song moves even the coldest malicious heart. I can hear it 1,000 times, and 1,000 times tears run down my face. God bless these musicians.

[@Caligrammi]

The first time my grandson heard this he said “this sounds very sad, it makes my heart hurt” and he doesn’t even know about SL

[@stephenwatkin18]

Do you know the coolest of hearts? So ignorant to what those of us have to face so you can live so!!

[@dhui777]

This is the best rendition of this piece I have ever heard. One can really feel the struggle and the sense of hopelessness growing as the music progresses.

[@timothybailey2709]

Watch the 2 cellos version at the Sydney opera house!

[@davidmichaelheavenlymusic]

I totally agree. Special sweetness in this performance!

[@simtech3281]

Chloe hanslip's version Is my favorite...

[@claudiolmsouza]

Luka Sulic no violoncelo. Absurda!

[@georgiikhachaturov6170]

In Odessa in 1941, my pregnant aunt holding her 7 year son and my grandmother were at the tail of a column of Jews escorted for extermination. The guards were Romanian soldgers. "Fanya, give the guard your jewlry" said grandma to my aunt. So the aunt did and the guard turned away his head as she holding the hand of her son escaped into a sideway street. They survived but from that moment nobody has heard any news about my grandma. Every time when I hear the Schindler's list tune, I imagine how, still walking in the column, my grandma follows with her eyes for her escaping daughter and grandson.

[@Benzomat74]

there will never be a better Soundtrack than this...thank you so much John Williams and Itzhak Perlman

[@KhudurLagamar]

It just blows my mind to know that the same person composed this epic piece of music and the Imperial march from Star Wars. Both are marked with genius being entirely different.

[@abominablesnowpanda5053]

John Williams composed literlaly everything. he also did Indiana jones and the Jurassic park theme.

[@MrMocom]

And Harry Potter !

[@Azv8217]

And E.T. !

[@DHTCF]

And Jaws...one of the great movie composers. Actually, scrub the word “movie” from that.

[@mikemike6182]

John Williams n hans zimmer, these 2 are Beethoven of our lifetime

[@marksnschwartz7190]

Whether just listening or while watching the movie, this John Williams’ theme never fails to touch me way down deep, calling forth tears, producing a lump in my throat, and raising goose flesh on my arms. The collaboration between two of the great geniuses - Maestro Williams and Itzhak Perlman was manufactured in heaven and will reside there for all of time.

[@tylerjacobson8012]

To dive into Schindlers list is to dive into a pit of loneliness. To immerse in Schindlers list is a challenge to ones soul. You begin to relate to these people and you begin to relate with the pain and sorrow. I don't believe there is a better film ever made. It's the most haunting experience I've ever had watching film. And this song wrote by John played by the great itzahk is the most beautiful piece of music for film. There's no comparison. If you don't feel something when hearing it you're dead inside. There's something about it that simply haunts you. It's superb.

[@sandraclark7771]

completely agree. so moving. horrific but beautiful because of Schindlers desperately passionate attempt to rescue just a handful of people. humanity at it's finest. this music does that emotion so much justice. magnificent x

[@SenthilKumar-rj6rv]

Tyler Jacobson Schindler’s List is my favorite movie of all time. I’m glad I’m not alone.

[@janicekhan4974]

Tyler Jacobson shalom

[@janicekhan4974]

Beautiful

[@MeanOldLady]

John Rabe is another good movie about a nazi trying to save thousands of Chinese from the hands of the Japanese during WW2. Otherwise, Schindler's is tied with Saving Private Ryan. The latter showing how flawed everyone was during the war, even the good guys.

[@Nir_Agassi]

Entire 3,500 years history of the Jewish nation encapsulated to 1 masterful piece played by a genius

[@dtrix10kc]

Painfully, achingly beautiful.

[@vinnywa]

The violin cries for all of those who perished during this horrendous period of our world. So difficult to listen to without becoming emotional. Magnificent.

[@marywalker9423]

This is pure musical perfection. Brilliant Mr. Perlman. You are a treasure to all of us who love music.

[@sauveur123]

What a haunting piece of poetry, it brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it, I be come obsessed with it and play it incessantly, What talent, I love it, Thank you both John Williams and Itzhak Perlman. Thank you so much for your talent.

[@jehuirasales3588]

Remember these people were Lawyers, Doctors, WW1 veterans, Tailors, Barbers, Musicians, Teachers, Clerks, Businessmen, Shoekeeper, Jewelry owner, Fathers, Mothers, Daughters, Sons, Babies, just decent people they were all just normal people, It was a terrible fate.

[@jfalk35]

Beautiul sad melody and playing. Kudos to Williams and Perlman.

[@ricnoel2014]

Schindler "un juste" un homme hors du commun , un héros, des gens comme il n en existe plus de nos jours !MERCI

[@eleonorenzong719]

Vous n'avez pas connu ma maman. Qu'elle repose en paix avec Schindler auprès du Seigneur. 😥🙏🏿🙏🏿🙏🏿

[@stanleycarter6912]

This is far more than 'liking' or 'disliking' violin music. It is far more than just music. Thank you Itzhak for giving this to us.

[@maryschultz7442]

Thank you, Mr. Perlman and Mr. Williams. I will never forget the first time I saw this important film. The music is so hauntingly beautiful, and I am so glad Yulia and her coaches have brought it back to the forefront again. We must Never forget~!

[@pamelaannfuller9410]

Composer John Williams is a genius....and words cannot express the contribution he has made to American music (global audiences) and the movies. ((And, he remains so very humble....a true artist.))

[@rnnow1]

This may not be his most acclaimed piece but I LOVE IT. Over and over. never never gets old.

[@prashantpandey9535]

Heart-wrenching.One of the finest performance ever by one of the finest man of unparalleled genius.This song will survive the test-of-time and will reveal and remind to the future generations the saddest and most-unfortunate times of human history.

[@eeee8677]

Prashant Pandey such a great comment

[@justinphillips6930]

Prashant Pandey it failed the test of time all ready so yeah

[@Tsunshinegal]

Justin Phillips - your comments are uncalled for... Truly your words "failed" the test of time. This is truly A beautiful rendition of a soul-ful piece wonderfully played by a maestro.

[@mikehawke4703]

+Tsunshine gal you mad, jew?

[@Tsunshinegal]

And you angry BIRD ? lol

[@Timocoh]

Most beautiful peace ever composed and played...

[@FrancisAsin-Gioro]

There are many fiddlers out there today who can play Paganini flawlessly but only Perlman can this simply but breathtaking melody so beautifully and touching. At this point he blow away anyone else!

[@danaraify]

This man is genius.and film is just brilliant as well as the soundtrack.. I love it with all my heart!

[@geraldmarks4046]

danka )

[@russafonpavel4]

Itzhak Perlman - лучший! Много музыкантов исполняли это величайшее по пронзительности произведение. Но исполнение этого музыканта невозможно спутать ни с кем. Его скрипка гениальна. Она поёт, говорит, плачет... На все времена. Браво!

[@fay-amieaspen6046]

How can anyone regardless of faith or taste in music not listen to the purity and perfection of this piece of music and not be profoundly moved? It's one of my personal favourites.

[@robertandhollyscorpiofan2697]

The same reason my mother (who prefers Beethoven, Brahms, Mozart, etc) tolerates country music because that’s what my sister likes; tolerates heavy metal because that’s what my brother likes; Tolerates Sir Paul McCartney and The Beatles because that’s what I like.

[@annecornine8469]

Perfect music for this movie. And may I say...it always brings me to tears..simply beautiful!!! ❤

[@harmonyherb]

He always makes me cry when he plays this piece His yiddiskite flows from his heart to his violin. No one plays this piece like him. He is truly blessed with a great gift, and we are blessed to be able to hear him.

[@jorgemondioncabrera6456]

The music of John Williams , played by a great artist like Itzhak Perlman, add sadness and beautiness to the film of Steven Spielberg-

[@zimatar489]

The legendary John Williams and the great Itzhak Perlman combining forces for an OScar Award-winning movie. Sublime beauty and magnificent art put into music. So touching.

[@hamedravash189]

One of the songs i can listen to again and again and again....

[@RamSadeh]

No one can deliver this as a Jew with Polish roots. Heart breaking beautiful Perlman

[@kevinbettany7631]

Spielberg should write and direct a film based on a strictly Biblical account of the Book of Esther. We might get sublime piece of music to accompany it. "We are all Japhethites living in the tents of Shem." Franz Delitzsch - 1813-1890

[@christiansfortruth5953]

I think that this was the most powerful rendition by a wonderful musician I have ever heard. Makes you want to weep.

[@MA-dh4bk]

im watchin this again this year..and I still cry when they put the camera on the woman who is in true awe of his powerful performance. Gotta love the last part on the e string and the last note....he plays like he puts you through a time capsule..such an incredible artist....

[@garyjordan4735]

I've heard this piece many times down the years, this is by far the best rendition. Beautiful.

[@bnarayan71]

I can't think of any living violinist who could have done this score justice as beautifully as Perlman did... cannot help but cry at the remarkable beauty of this solemn and horridly melancholic piece...

[@antoniotermulo9214]

The great 👍 Itzak. Superb performance of a magnificent classic masterpiece.. incomparable interpretation.❤️🎻🌹🎻❤️🎻🌹🎻💝🎻💝🎵🎵

[@joevasquez6375]

That last note is so moving it tugs at your heart, incredible.

[@cannizzarom]

I felt this tremendous piece even deep in my bones. Perlman plays with such passion that I had goose bumps throughout his performance. Now this is music that you can see, hear, smell. and touch with the heart!

[@tomodonovan5931]

This violin cries for the earth entirely.

[@gloriacoronado4121]

The greatest violinist who still alive

[@khoiquach1789]

Absolutely beautiful. I can hear his playing every time I hear this song. Amazing.

[@jimmillen8738]

John William's and Perlman's hands must have touched by G-d to have composed and played such a hauntingly beautiful composition. Kudos to both and thanks for uploading.

[@ellisc.foleyjr9778]

I can't count the amount of times I've heard this music, and this time as many before, I cried, you can feel the pain and anguish of the people that died, during the war in each and every note. but also the hope of a release in time, which came. I was a war baby, I grew up during and shortly after the war. so this meant I grew up hearing all the atrocities that happened. Thank you for sharing ECF

[@barbaraweselakfranch1387]

Thys film is so beautiful, and my favorite violinist Itzhak Perlman is together wonderful 🎻🌹❤️

[@kaberks]

this man, leads me to understand what is the definition of a music. a sound that is not only gives color to our faded world. giving hope to our dying dreams. and strengthens our faith and belief to what we believe in. agree?

[@blackveilseagull5298]

Try also Nemanja Radulovich. Colossal talent and work he has done. Also, he has a charming smile... and I really love his hair.

[@geraldmarks4046]

chris lens :)

[@banjobear4820]

I don't know how people get through this song without crying.

[@steallthy]

+Mojo Kitty I didn't cry. Why do people always cry during this song?

[@angelina-oj3qh]

+Draco Malfare its a very expressive and emotional song, and it is a very sad movie.

[@steallthy]

+0000000 0 I know, but this isn't a really sad song. By the way, did you hear Perlman break the last note? >.

[@angelina-oj3qh]

+Draco Malfare i guess that's forgivable seeing how beautifully he played the piece and how difficult it is to make that note sound good without a break when changing bows.

[@vidiexNM]

+Mojo Kitty It used to give me goosebumps but since i listen to it almost every day i feel nothing

[@geraldineekhator5428]

This song is just so beautiful! I never get tired of it.

[@catherine5599]

Heartbreakingly, breathtakingly beautiful. Thanks to Messieurs Perlman and Williams.

[@田中之夢]

Is that word Italien?

[@zachleblanc4713]

+周 むてん（Lel On'Yomi Readings） french

[@田中之夢]

I thought the french equivalent was Monseigneur. :P

[@catherine5599]

+周 むてん（Lel On'Yomi Readings） In modern French, monsieur is used as a courtesy title of respect, an equivalent of English "mister" or "sir". Messieurs is the plural form of monsieur.

[@fredferd965]

Yes! Every single note is played on the strings of that man's soul, and the souls of his people, both living and dead! I'm 71 years old now and I don't have the words to do this music justice! God Bless Israel!

[@davidschilling]

My favorite movie composer and violin player together. That's all I could wish for. Wonderful!

[@jim8990]

What an amazing performer, Itzhak Perlman clearly is able to touch your soul..... Bravo!

[@rodrigogoncalves6165]

A well deserved standing ovation. Superb performance!

[@peonypink9149]

John Williams is a musical genius with a gift for composing across genres. Beautifully played by Perlman.

[@alexagivens1603]

So beautiful and such an inspiration for violinists

[@fhpurcell7713]

All the nuances in his playing, it’s like a beautiful painting where you can’t see all the brushstrokes, you can’t tell exactly what colour or technique the artist used, but once the puzzle comes together and you look at it as a whole it just leaves you breathless. It’s like he lives this music, and so does his violin. Absolutely amazing.

[@lolalyle9333]

Every time I listen to this brings tears to my eyes. John Williams brilliant man.Itshak Perlman you make the violin speak. I feel those desperate souls. My grandaughter is half Jewish and has chosen that religion. I have watched Schindler’s List. It made me sick and so sad that humans can be so cruel and inhumane. My grandaughter so beautiful and innocent. How horrible. It makes my heart hurt. Spielberg what a masterpiece, may we never forget that horror

[@chiyohanson4332]

Tears flow everytime I hear Perlman play this. It's like spirits of ppl gone, play the violin with their tears. It whispers to my soul, as the music flows through his instrument, all the pain of their memories. The music reaches out to your heart & you feel it deep inside you. All the unknown lives that are gone now, are memories & dust. They are sleeping with God. The tears flow. 😭

[@barbarakrysztofiak9647]

Przepiękny utwór , zawsze jak go słucham , mam łzy w oczach 😥 .

[@gailstanbridge4570]

Love the way the dying echoes of the haunting last note are visualised by Williams' right hand. Not a stage for mere mortals.

[@vytautasstaniulenas8823]

Я русский, меня эта музыка тронул до глубины души. Когда смотрел фильм "Список Шиндлера" рыдал в прямом смысле этого слова. Самое большее чего хочу то чтобы в мире никогда не было войны и ужаса который она принесла. И чтобы будущие поколения это не испытали и не видели . Но это не значит что можно забыть о прошлой трагедии ,думаю надо об этом рассказывать чтобы сделать максимально чтобы предотвратить подобное.

[@jamesblears5075]

Pure deep welling emotion, incomparable brillance! A Career defining performance, reflected in the reaction of his wife and the entire audience

[@hanscombe72]

At a John Wiliams tribute at the Sydney Opera house in 2007 this was played by a young female violinist and the reaction was the same, like a spell had been cast over the audience. There was that heart breaking ending and that long final note. There was silence for easily 5 or 6 seconds, a collective exhale of breath, one or two claps and then thunderous applause and a standing ovation.

[@personpanda347]

I’m a violinist and whenever I play this piece I never look at the music. I feel the music. It’s like sorrows of my fellow Jews coming through every note that truly brings the piece to life

[@LauraMacAlevey]

I am learning to play this on the piano, and I feel the same as you do, as a fellow Jew. Listening to it gives me goosebumps, especially when it is played by Perlman or other Jewish violinists.

[@vz17233]

That little constriction at the edge of your throat that makes you understand how pain can be transferred through music. Chilling.

[@chrisw3559]

Every single time I hear this heartbreakingly moving piece of music I get chills followed swiftly by tears. Such a monumental theme from such an incredible film based on such horrific events.

[@sandralevin2489]

Me too. Exactly

[@subhasbagchi8824]

This composition, which the composer says flashed to him naturally after having heard the true story of 'Shindler's List', truly echoes the ethos and pathos of not only the film but also the emotion of that blasted time & situation wherein we find Mr. Shindler as humanity personified. I rate it at par with the theme music of 'Pother Panchali', composed by the great Ravishankar for the Bengali film 'Pother Panchali' directed by a parallel great Satyajit Ray.

[@wrs3004]

I saw him in concert 2 years ago. He played mendelssohn and Schindler's list. Best concert I've ever been to.

[@spencerrosen2709]

so many years later, still so magical...

[@maryeliason1504]

God bless you & your talent . Mr. Perlman

[@JoanKieffer]

I cry for all the victims of a horrific killing of Gods people. This could happen again if we are not remembering . Eloquently played. I play it over and over and cry for all the suffering that happened.