Maple Leaf Rag - Ragtime Piano at Disneyland - Take 2

3 years later I came back to redeem myself.
Let's be honest:
- I am awkward.
- This is the 3rd time I've played this here and can't seem to nail that trio yet...but I owned that mistake!
Thank you former and current Main Street pianists Johnny Hodges and Eric Abrahamson for an awesome time at Coke Corner! :)
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[@turnernorman4798]

As soon as you were finished the pianist sat right back down and it almost sounded like he was trying to save his job 😂. He started playing so fast 😂 (even though I know it is ragtime)

[@OAleathaO]

The hired piano player in the back is like, "Damn, I might be out of a job."

[@michael-ju8tv]

The hired player bowed his head Because he knew that he'd been beat And he laid that golden piano On the ground at Kristen's feet

[@jansabana]

Then he continues to show off 2:44

[@dinosway]

No he isn't. He knows very few could play that gig. Check that schedule. Same tunes over and over. The approved Disney play list. Then there are the TOURISTS!

[@tracetate2832]

i know Im asking the wrong place but does someone know of a way to log back into an instagram account..? I was dumb lost the password. I appreciate any help you can give me.

[@santiagochad3309]

@Trace Tate instablaster =)

[@MrXtraconservative]

The only thing more impressive than her brilliant playing, is the thought that Joplin was able to invent such magic, then write it down for the world to enjoy forever. :-)

[@bangchansabs6106]

I was sincerely thinking of quitting piano, but you convinced me not to!

[@johne6081]

That's what it's all about it, isn't it. :)

[@philanddonna8573]

One of the hardest ragtime pieces ever, played perfectly. Amazing!!

[@sierragreen]

We like the mistakes 'cause they keep bringing you back.

[@Peter-kl8jg]

I preferred listening to the previous slower version .... but feel somehow the genius last time just doubled this time. Fantastic talent.

[@johne6081]

I preferred the tempo in your previous version, but you have a lot of talent, either way!

[@roydaintith4710]

John E me too

[@Managarn]

harder doesn't mean better Samuel

[@ottots0093]

The video is sped up.

[@patootie3529]

@@ottots0093 Wow, people must walk pretty slow in real life then?

[@PapagenoX09]

I agree, this seems a bit rushed.

[@zhubajie6940]

Will always be my favorite ragtime piece.

[@theninjacowboy]

YES!! I'll have you know that last year I came across your previous video and it inspired me to learn Joplin's magnum opus. Now to just lock myself in a far away tower until I'm as amazing as you.

[@KristenMosca]

theninjacowboy I'm glad I could inspire you! I'm far from amazing, and I'm sure you're awesome! Record that Joplin! ;)

[@dramawind]

The other pianist at the end of the video started playing the cantina band song from Star Wars.

[@dramawind]

MoupSoup I can sense some sarcasm here...

[@taco0901]

Hope it's not too late, but I think it's the cantina theme from star wars.

[@schymark9945]

isn't she STUNNING

[@ladolcevitauk1474]

VERY

[@RicciEngravers]

The guy in the back is worried you would take his job! Kristen you make it look so easy! Bravo!! :)

[@annasmagicalmoments1613]

That should be your full time job!! You did great!

[@yaeckerphotography]

Love it! Great job Kristen! I always choke when I play in public. Inspiring, truly Thank you for doing it again.

[@ElementofKindness]

I can really tell from the first go, your confidence is up with the faster tempo. Throwing a little more English into them keys too. Nice!

[@zenaidahuerta2001]

I remember watching the first one in 2012 and it makes me so happy that you came back to recreate that moment!

[@oceanznplmtrz]

Love this....my Mother and Grandmother would have been thrilled to hear it...my Grandmother used to play these numbers too...it's great to see a young person playing those old songs...and playing them well...you've got the talent and the feel for it!!

[@Raptormon132]

Wow! Wonderful! This one is much faster than your first. Don't feel bad about making a mistake while playing. It was still very wonderful. The crowd was definitely on your side. You can tell from all their clapping and cheering.

[@BloggerToo]

Kristen, I really love BOTH your versions of "Maple Leaf Rag." Great job!

[@saviz04]

wow beautiful talented and full of character a rare breed indeed lol

[@dustinchambers3568]

I thought you did very well! There are some brutal parts in that song but you actually make it look very easy. Great job. Nice hat too ;)

[@brycewade9792]

One of my all time favorites and the BEST rendition that I've EVER heard to date!!!!

[@sooperboot]

My goodness you have come a long way in 3 years. That was a professional performance and I love both versions. I think you were enjoying yourself a lot more in the 2nd one and had a lot more confidence, Well done you.

[@indyracingnut]

Maple Leaf Rag redux....Obviously you've improved since the first go around. well done girlie. Like you I'm an AP holder.....But have never seen you perform at D'land before. Can you please tell us when you're thinking about playing that again? And please tell me that D'land hasn't already asked you to play full-time there??? You've got the chops, young lady. Make those boys nervous. You got this Kristen

[@genekinnick2174]

Very well done Kristen! Your hard work and practice serves you in grand style. It is said that a person's worst critic is him or herself. Nothing wrong with that or you're wanting to always be better at what you already do well. It takes you to new heights and serves to inspire. Keep going, and ....thanks!

[@charliehand398]

I also preferred the tempo of the first take. You never miss notes when you're sitting at home with your dwarfs. I'm reminded of a Tchaikovsky piano competition in Russia I saw on TV once. In the end, the contestant who won made many 'mistakes'. But it was the musicality he gave to his performance which won the day, despite the 'mistakes'.

[@honsolo8906]

Seriously rocking MLR with Johnny Hodges nodding his approval. Life goal ❤

[@RamblinRick_]

Kristen, your face is NOT a Fail, by any measure. Very talented. Thank you for sharing. What a difference between this rendition and the one when you were 15. Quite the return engagement.

[@DeanMk1]

I like the hat you're wearing. It definitely works for you. Has me thinking you should pitch a show to Disney in which you play a character called "Ragtime Annie" (or Ragtime Krissy?), who is a piano playing private detective in the 1940's.....or maybe you could just keep doing these KZbin videos that we all enjoy......ok, I'll shut up now. =)

[@shiningstar4812]

That's actually a good idea lol :)

[@michaelmorgan9824]

Love the hat also it. Sets the mood! Love your playing!!

[@radorigami]

I like this tempo. It's more alive.

[@johnduffy6546]

Nicely done! My toes tapped the whole time!

[@juligrlee556]

I could listen to this FOR A LONG TIME.

[@timelsasser4752]

You are just incredible I have to say. I wish I could play a fraction as well as you. I mean I never really tried to learn how to play, but still. This was just amazing even if you made a mistake, you still played great and in front of others who I'm sure would agree with me that the mistakes made don't take away at all from the performance.

[@browpetj]

This must be the one video on this channel that I haven't added to the value of the algorithm on 😂 one of the first videos I watched that got me subscribing. Great vid full of beautiful imperfections. This is what art is about ☺️

[@ryanconrad9811]

WOW! I've been playing piano for decades and that was a fantastic performance. That is a very difficult piece to master and you made it look easy, keep it up!

[@StarSong936]

This reminds me of when my Mother and I spent 2 weeks putting this same music into my computer, and letting the computer play it for us. She told me that was one of the most enjoyable times she had with me.

[@gorancicero]

This version of this famous rag is something of a special kind. I play it myself and know how difficult it is. But Kristen Mosca she fears nothing when it comes to speed. Would not have a chance myself. In normal cases, the tempo removes some of the harmony of music if it goes too fast, but in Kristen Moscow's performance, it is above all her incredible sense of rhythm in interaction with her youthful charming performance that fascinates me. I do not talk about her hat hehe. Especially for her is the left-hand rhythmic rhythmic dynamics that impress me. Yes, I noticed that it was derailed at the most difficult place but Kristen, she just smiled a charming smile and continued as if nothing had happened. I myself would not have had the slightest chance at this incredible tempo. You cannot compare her style with neither Joshua Riffkin nor Dario Rontchi. They play more clean and in concert-style, while Kristen Mosca, I imagine, plays as Scott Joplin did in his days. In doing so, she symbolizes to me the very soul of Scott Joplin in ragtime music.

[@chpnlzt]

I THINK I LIKE THE SLOWER CRUISING SPEED BETTER, BUT SUCH A BABE IN ANY CASE !!!

[@chillbuddy4178]

You're playing seven times a day at Disneyland? You're on your way ! glad I discovered you on KZbin I enjoy your music

[@icysteve46]

I'm glad you took off the sunglasses, your eyes are beautiful. Love the dress. I had a neck tie that was covered with what appeared to be ghosts, upon closer inspection they weren't ghost at all!!! I didn't notice those weren't polka dots on on your dress tell the end of your wonderful jam. Thanks for sharing your music. \//

[@VgarajeSuRf]

Молодец, Кристина! С удовольствием посмотрел (и послушал!) обе версии Кленового Листа!

[@jacobmcgregor7655]

Best Maple Leaf I've heard so far...

[@margaretdrew6093]

You certainly mads that piano come to life . Brilliant thanks xxx

[@user-xl4oq1cg9i]

That's real Disney Magic!

[@Wol747]

I love that beautiful smile at the end!

[@dubbydub9245]

Great chops, Kristen ❤

[@millyt1725]

lets be honest, that trio is very hard to nail.

I love it played fast.

[@thomasfortner6678]

Awesome! I love to hear you play, Kristen!

[@jliwag]

super rad to see your 2004 video and this one. Awesome job, yo!

[@busylifemeto]

Exceptional performance Kristen :) Awesome

[@rebekahhesketh1220]

I learned this piece too, but I never got this fast with it. Nice job!

[@cabola1000]

Intelligent, Beauty, musicality, Talent……you are beautiful for eyes and ears.

[@MannyEmm]

Kristen is AWESOME

[@vanschaaykb]

Awesome Job, and cheers for having the courage to do that in public.

[@joshzotz7445]

Excellent. That confidence too. Awesome.

[@petewilliams7654]

Talented and beautiful ....perfect combination!

[@julieriesgo1401]

lol did he start playing the cantina song at the end?

[@avemflamma]

+julie riesgo sho 'nuff

[@trainroomgary]

Cool tune & performance. • Cheers from The Detroit & Mackinac Railway 🚂

[@scalhotrod]

WOW! Kicked it up a notch this time. Jelly Roll Morton speed... :O

[@jonathanbelzile8145]

I love this song so much

[@World-as-i-c-it]

Wow, just wow! Fantastic, keep going girl.

[@davidhaney1394]

"Kristen , whats at Disneyland ", ...Kristen "Well , it has a piano" .........

[@user-vd7uq4xh6g]

Your music make our happy!!!!

[@algalgod159]

Are we going to ignore the next pianist too , he sat like a pro

[@suzim9458]

Would enjoy seeing this played at the speed of her first upload, and in a quiet place. This is just like the other 297 versions on youtube that are too fast.

[@herodes1611]

I liked the first better :) Now you play it better, it's a fact.. but 3 years ago the feeling and enjoying seen on you taked it all.

[@AJF-jg8jk]

You inspired me now I can play pineapple rag

[@skooistra1756]

Kristen Mosca, you are very good at playing the piano. Regards, from and old woman : Fransisca from the Netherlands.

[@tyfude]

So cool that you fulfilled your Disney Ragtime dream. So, so cool.

[@jeffwomack5821]

Very cute and by your comments humble , if not too critical of yourself. Who doesn't like your smile, that's not a fail. More talent in your little finger than my whole self along with 95% of the world.

[@maxhall9445]

Wow, considerably faster but still very well done!

[@cmsbeth]

Oh wow! What a treat!

[@kaylischulz]

You are seriously awesome.

[@ChrisFear9]

masterful rendition

[@jeremy3591]

i started learning this. kill me.

[@PersianPlatypus]

There ya go. You even have an oh so fitting hat this time hahah.

[@cedricmeallan]

IF I WERE THE DIRECTOR OF A SYMPHONY ORCHESTRA I WOULD SIGN YOU AT LEAST A FIVE-YEAR CONTRACT KRISTEN YOU'RE SO TALENTED AND SO BEAUTIFUL!

[@amamuyac]

Sounds great to me!!! Love Joplin!

[@johnmarler9294]

Love rag time music

[@hashtag415]

Such magnificent composure! no pun intended.

[@MrToftheL]

Dope skills. Subbed.

[@GBFC2009]

great job! my son just asked if he could take lessons just so he could do something cool like that

[@KristenMosca]

+GBFC2009 Tell him it's absolutely worth it! ;)

[@dfwembalmer]

Young lady giving Liberace a run for his money.

[@lillian1061]

That dude behind her is trying to get all the attention...and u did great girl!

[@p_br]

Wow! Great!

[@Mezase]

How long have you been playing piano for Kristen? Amazing song

[@chasepianocreations9198]

SO much better than the one you did 3 years ago! :D

[@MrChong-sc2gk]

some nasty stride right there

[@harmonizedigital.]

don't beat yourself up. Its a really hard song to play perfect and consistent.

[@gahrGoyl]

redemption! the tempo is a bit faster but honestly I feel ragtime should have a fast tempo. really great job. you look more relaxed compared to the first take.

[@SuperWorldRailFanProductions]

The trio section sounds great. Well yes, it is the hardest section for me on this Rag.

[@PianoDiva24]

SuperWorldFan360 I think it's the hardest section for many people. Myself as well lol

[@garethharrison5797]

Everyone thinks it's the hardest section. The left hand is a swine.

[@Bethletvids]

Amazing... a lot faster than 3 years ago... and in 3 more years?!

[@bestestinventions7032]

i personally prefer this faster tempo

[@breakingaustin]

My god she is beautiful 😍😍

[@lineshaftrestorations7903]

Loved it!

[@mjpamia130]

so cool

[@kevinbutler5026]

Great..Young lady..You do Scotty Joplin..Proud.

[@Disneydude16]

Amazing!!!