'Le Sapin' (The Spruce) Op.75 No.5 Jean Sibelius - P. Barton, FEURICH piano

[@박정수-q5h]

From Twoset. I didn't know this wonderful piece even existed. I want to play this piece myself.

[@kiampakuingi9812]

Same reason I listened to this piece, it’s so beautiful. It’s one of the things I love about classical music, there’s so much out there, I’m thankful I found this piece through Twoset.

[@Leslie.N.]

Same ❤️

[@dianasloneczko]

Same :)

[@cliftonsmith2429]

Same, I'm going to try to learn it today.

[@castleguard_of_xbox360]

Lol, I came from TwoSet too!! 😂

[@archimedes6563]

Also from TwoSet. I just learned of its existence and immediately loved it!

[@castleguard_of_xbox360]

Lol, so many twosetters here😂 love it!

[@AMC08]

what two set vid

[@theulysses7236]

It’s kind of jazzy, with al that cycle 5 motion (IV, vii, iii, vi, ii, V, I at the beginning). Very nicely played.

[@MiloMcCarthyMusic]

With the major 7ths too

[@chubshoo5858]

I just love how Sibelius arranged that piece to make dreamy heavenly sounds and he plainly named it "the spruce"

[@marias5230]

Sibelius got inspiration from nature. Finland is one big forest

[@CommanderQc]

What exactly is so plain about the spruce?

[@Ba77ery4c1d]

It's so perfectly fitting though, the piece evokes the feeling of a strong spruce tree standing for decades despite rain and snow and drought-connected to it all yet still only observing as time passes it by

[@wobblyorbee279]

0:21 those harmonies are unexpected and is so beautiful like i cant describe it, its like a wonderful life on another planet, alone with the butterflies, shining sun and changing sky colours, floating bubbles, and mirrors

[@chenyun5613]

@Wobblyorbee I also play the peace and it’s quite lovely!

[@malikkarim1791]

@@chenyun5613 soz to be that guy but it's piece*

[@08antonio2]

This has become my obsession melody since the first time I heard it played by you, the interpretation is breathtaking. An outstanding piece played in a great performance, Can´t stop listening it daily. Thanks for share it Mr. Barton!.

[@beuteugeu]

Agree the interpretation is amazing

[@AgátkaRečičárová]

Hello, I’m ten years old. I'm playing this piece on the piano right now. I’m from Czech Republic. Beatiful piece❤🎉

[@KvětaHoufová-w4y]

I'm from Czech Republic too and I lern this piece.

[@AgátkaRečičárová]

@@KvětaHoufová-w4y Nechceš psát Česky? Když jsi taky jako já z ČR? (No hate, jen doporučení)

[@AgátkaRečičárová]

@@KvětaHoufová-w4y Jinak přeji hodně štěstí, ať se to naučíš rychle.

[@qthc17]

waiting for the twosetter waves coming...

[@timmyc9915]

We’re already here

[@ealston0826]

thanks to them a lot of people who otherwise wouldn't listen to classical music are, and some who do but, stick to the more known pieces are discovering wonderful music and artists such as this one. I say they are doing a fantastic job and let the waves of twosetters in!!!

[@tigrankalevian]

Unbelievable: I never imagined hearing a piece of Sibelius that sounded of song French-influenced jazz. It's beautiful, and interpretation, very inspired.

[@theomartin6238]

This was written probably in 1920 and have nothing with American Jazz. Probably bebop Jazz was heavily influenced by impressionism in those times.

[@specialperson335]

@@theomartin6238 1914

[@matttondr9282]

Oh yes, that’s what it reminds me of! I couldn’t quite think of it but now that you mentioned it, it absolutely sounds like French jazz influence!

[@maclayyc]

Definitely a bit of a Poulenc feel to it

[@kenm.4132]

@@maclayyc that’s exactly who I thought it was

[@napierlearnspiano]

This was the first version of this piece I heard, and having heard so many other now (and trying to learn it myself), I really appreciate how unique this particular rendition is.

[@momohine-wg5jx]

I’ve had this piece stuck in my head for a year because I forgot the name of it… I saw a spruce tree today and remembered 🖤

[@laurenth7187]

It's a wonderful piece, because it captures the trust a little child has, in this tree. The tree is always there, during the winter and the years...

[@AlexandruCojocaru27]

Wow. What an intimate, gorgeous sound. Amazingly played.

[@Evert-Kramer]

Recently discovered your Sibelius piano selection. Your wonderful interpretations are a great inspiration that got me into the captivating music of Jean Sibelius. This piece is among my favourites so far; truly magnificent playing Paul.

[@VegaSlayer]

u made me use google translate 3 times while i was reading u comment. Nice vocabulary.

[@paulwhetstone0473]

It’s always a pleasure to hear these little known piano pieces by Sibelius play so well. Thanks for posting.

[@theeclef2626]

Excellent version on this piece, like how he changes tempo and how it really effects the mood. 👏🏻

[@hakerfamily]

I got into classical music a few years ago through Paul’s videos, and this one in particular. How funny to get looped back here today through TwoSet!

[@janetwitman]

Your interpretation is the best I've heard. Thank you!

[@IsaacC20]

I had never heard of Jean Sibelius before you posted this video and I'm glad you did!

[@specialperson335]

Sibelius piano works are not his strong side. Listen to his violin and orchestral music

[@citlalyvazquez9576]

i think this may be my favorite interpretation so far. All other interpretations i've watched are too quick for my liking. This is somewhat relaxing and not as fast during the "fast parts" (example: 1:50). Great job!

[@vincentneale2620]

I discovered this wonderful piece at the beging of October 2021 and everytime I paly it I get tingling up my back its so full of emotion tender in places and yet full of ppassion I just love it Your interperataion is spot on many thanks

[@ljc.93]

This is by far my favourite piano piece by Sibelius. :) Thanks!

[@blacksky492]

I’m working on this piece at the moment and this interpretation will surly help me

[@Jarowsky]

Tres bien, bravo. You have found the gate to Finnish soul.

[@earnestrichards4273]

My piano teacher suggested this piece to me a few months ago. Yesterday he said as soon as I have it memorized it's recital ready.

[@MarziaGaggioliOfficial]

This is really very beautiful, breath taking...

[@MikMan89]

Thank you very much for this selection, it is a pleasure to listen to

[@olakolade6656]

my piano teacher gave this as a piece I should learn . I’m gonna play it for christmas ^_^

[@pianomarius]

wow i love his symphonies (esp. no. 5) and am very happy to hear solo piano pieces. thank you :)

[@TylerNBPianist]

I like your channel of extensive piano literature. Definitely looking to it when I want some unique pieces to learn.

[@doccreed658]

I imagine the weight of fog moving over water and then clearing, mayflies and waterbugs on the shadowy surface, no sun but an intimate world with moody warmth. Beautiful rendering, Paul.

[@allischalmers3040]

You imagined it correctly. That is Finland during summertime.

[@milo182]

This is my favorite recording of the piece

[@SB-ky5rh]

Twoset too. Truly beautiful interpretation. I always use Paul as my first listening source if he's recorded what I'm looking for. This is definitely now on my 'to play' list but I think it's a little beyond my current capabilities. I've been trying to find a comparison with other pieces in terms of difficulty but can't find anything online. Surprisingly, there's nothing on Henle. I think I could probably manage the first half but the fast, flowing section sounds tricky. Definitely one to aim for, though. Thanks Paul, for this and all your other inspiring recordings!

[@MarieKrantz]

Musique descriptive très actuelle pour le thème !! J'aime tellement Sibelius , merci Beaucoup !! *****

[@paulbu6003]

Why I didn't listen to Sibelius before !!!!They are sooooo great

[@specialperson335]

Listen to his symphonies, other orchestral music and violin pieces

[@ЕвгенияКузьменко-э4в]

Превосходно! Мне очень близка такая интерпретация!

[@イサキ-o6i]

こういう弾き方もあるのか！！すごい

[@pacificnorthwestpilots6050]

Absolutely beautiful

[@fredhoupt4078]

Beautifully played and such a gorgeous tune.

[@acadien79]

That was so beautiful and beautifully played. Thanks for posting it here:-)

[@midnightpianoman]

So beautiful! I love your interpretation♪

[@benhicksify]

Beautifully played, Paul.

[@andrewc9643]

oeffff.. im blown away. Thank you for this

[@AudreyLee-jg7lm]

i love this interpretation so much i would marry it.

[@nuppup]

I had known this piece for a long time, but I didn't know the name! I've been learning this for at least a year, but I can't get the emotion in there! There's something I can't touch, reach! (plus I am not very best at piano, I am self taught😄)

[@TadBaterbomb]

Do you think it has anything to do with dynamics? The goal is to sing with your keyboard, if you see how singers do dynamic in their own voices

[@kseyyide]

Ağlayasımı getirdi. Çok güzell

[@Jarowsky]

I m touch. Thanks ! Welcome to finland

[@10ЕрмолаевИван]

Прекрасное исполнение! Спасибо большое!

[@MoniqueChiron]

It's true magnificent ! Thank you Paul.

[@FRODOPIANO]

i really like your interpretation :)

[@moosemusician1752]

My favourite interpretation so far, you somehow play better than the ideal!

[@stalkerstomper3304]

I had lost almost all heart and hope... and then, through a hole in a blown out cave, I walked in, and behold! A beautiful woman with wings and a fairy wand appeared with this heavenly tune being played on her celestial harp. I tried to approach slowly out of respect and reverence, but being so desperate for life, I ran towards her while she floated upon the glistening water... the water of life. She just smiled and bathed me in the water. A water so warm and invigorating that I wanted to draw in as much of it as I could, but alas, she wished me farewell having saved my life, and all I could offer her were some gems and a butterfly net. Upon exiting the cave, I was transpoted back to the Light World, and turning around, lo and behold my sweet princess was waiting with arms opened to greet me. Someday, I'll make her my wife, and we'll be wed within the fountain of life among the Fairies. ---- Signed, Link

[@joycecesarpirespires6663]

AMOR DA MINHA VIDA Cryptomeria Elegans Sempre verde Amor da minha vida Você foi minha questão sem resposta Meu grito no escuro E meu silêncio Na sala entre véus Caminha a mulher de abeto Madeira de lei Musa de todas as melodias Amor da minha vida Amor da minha vida Minha proteção minha clareza Você é espírito E natureza Visão ampliada e curativa Você é a música das estrelas (Joyce Pires 496 , d'après Sibelius' Le Sapin The Spruce - O Abeto / 4 out 2024)

[@MelodyChangDipABRSMCTABRSM]

So beautiful. Thank you for sharing.

[@Teneskeeee]

Also from Twoset...beautiful piece.

[@jieunkim7100]

Two words. The best.

[@stoklund]

Soon there will be "Autumn Leaves" once again! At least here in Denmark where I live! ... and this reminded me me of Joseph Kosma's song from 1945 .... This piece is from 1914? You think Kosma ever listened to Sibelius? ;-) Thanks for the evocative music! ;-)

[@rutikuiwa8427]

Applause for good pianist. Sibelius are here Finland like God.

[@vetlerradio]

What?

[@SvantteBoy]

Sibelius is like a god in Finland.

[@minbocris6169]

So beautiful

[@albertofusco9098]

Wonderful!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@Allegria1977]

PERFECT

[@simongu576]

Once there was a Christmas tree. One day, he saw a man cutting down another fellow tree. He took carried it to his family and dressed it with bright red and yellow lights. The Christmas thought it was beautiful and wanted to be pretty aswell, so he waited. After a few weeks of waiting, he finally found an lumberjack heading his way. The lumberjack chucked him down and brought him home. They put on all sorts of lights, yellow, red, green, and a star on top. He was so happy, he felt like the luckiest tree alive, but unfortunately the joy and happiness didn't last long. Christmas was over, the man had undressed the tree and thrown him back into the wilderness. Not only that, but the unfriendly wind blew and blew, blowing all his leaves off, leaving him with nothing but an ugly log. That's the story behind this piece

[@EnriqueGonzalezOrtiz]

Thanks so much!!

[@etudeando]

Ugh Can't download the sheet. Does anybody make it ?

[@fandechevauxetdepiano5741]

c'est vraiment très beau !!!

[@josephlaredo5272]

Nicely played, but, like everyone else I've heard play this gorgeous piece, Mr Barton pedals through the rest in the main 'theme' (da-dee-da-da [rest] da-dee). I wonder why no one observes it? I do! Thanks for posting.

[@mcbainst]

Joseph Laredo hmmm more carps..what a surprise. These professionals may observe how ever they please.

[@ValentinaSmirnova9]

Wonderful! Thanks!

[@robertyoung9403]

wonderful

[@CrawElis]

beautiful.

[@kathrynnoelle6168]

Thanks TwoSet for my next recital piece

[@ihmemaa852]

Fan-tas-tic!

[@dejalavidavolar1444]

Gracias! Thanks!

[@jieunkim7100]

the best. period.

[@martinwest2538]

Despite this piece could be considered to be somewhat "jazzy", I would suggest avoiding emphasizing those qualities (by pedaling, phrasing and too much rubato for instance), while Sibelius didn't think it that way. This is not a "Valse Lente" either, Sibelius having written several beautiful waltzes, too. As you can see in the score, the 1 - 2 - 3 is usually blurred by intertwining chords or notes. This particular performance, while still very beautifully played, is in my opinion a bit on the "jazzy" side. Especially the rubato, making the flow at times a bit "sectionalized", and the somewhat messy pedaling (props to playing the beginning pedal under the arpeggios as Sibelius marked, though!) gives me, along with the manner of "flamming" the melody after the bass note, a little "cheap" feeling. This is still classical music, and should be played as such. The soft interpretation of the "storm" in the middle is quite original, and is quite likable, too, giving a completely different appearance to how it's usually played. It sure suits the overall feeling of the interpretation.

[@taneli2288]

Sibelius is probably the most famous composer of my home country, Finland :)

[@lucianoiovino304]

Great

[@ardarico]

Wooooow

[@samtchen]

Bar 23 - why does everyone play it wrong ? it is suposed to be an a and not an a sharp .

[@fishy7585]

the main melody reminds me of The Lark Ascending...

[@rubygloom73]

you could slip this into a ghibli movie and i would be shocked to learn it's sibelius

[@user-cz8vk8cp6y]

Wow

[@jorgeluiz-jr5oi]

does anyone know what the level for this piece is probably like?

[@StrategicInsomniacs]

Very pretty

[@8zD249]

Kuusi 🌲

[@unipuna444]

This is beautiful, but in my opinion it should be played more slowly. Greetings from Finland and thank you.

[@rutikuiwa8427]

Päinvastoin! Kliimaksi olisi pitänyt "kohota korkeammalle" jos ymmärrät mitä tarkoitan.

[@jcbsrm]

1:32

[@dereklightwing9598]

从B站TWOSET过来的，享受宁静。

[@kongwu9137]

I like Grieg ❤❤🎉🎉

[@dereklightwing9598]

有一种Autumn leaves的感觉

[@JLRpartners]

Autumn leaves sounds like this

[@royyan3907]

太他妈好听了

[@Frédéric-w7w]

Je pense que tu peux laisser un peu plus d’espace, un peu plus respirer pour donner encore plus de charme au morceau

[@paulwhetstone0473]

I think he leaves adequate space, maybe too much. Why, because I hear the piece from a lyrical waltz perspective.

[@meikamandariini]

Lovely playing, but 0:49 you left too early

[@novafoster777]

Faribolo pastour

[@kadirgudul1614]

Kusursuz çalım

[@puzzleme5]

Not bad...

[@brantrobertspercussion]

Why is the tempo so rubato? Sibelius makes no indication to play it that way.

[@mrasker3744]

Is the goal exact obedience of what a composer indicates? Did the composer indicate the length of the piano used? The time of day when the piece should be performed? That the piece should be played with the hands as opposed to the feet? That it should only be performed by a male from Finland? That the performance should be RECORDED? With video? Distributed as an MPEG via a network of computers?

[@克立张]

Good musicians play exactly what’s on the page. Great musicians are merely a physical manifestation of a means to an end. They let the music take them where it wants to go, no matter a tempo marking or a performance direction.

[@zeppo8463]

Because Sibelius marked the tempo as lento, but also stretto.

[@astghikasryan5040]

So slow

[@mjmassi11]

Beautiful