Mendelssohn Song Without Words Op. 19 No. 4 | Leon McCawley piano

Felix Mendelssohn Song Without Words Op. 19 No. 4 played LIVE by pianist Leon McCawley from Wigmore Hall in 2016.
#mendelssohn #songwithoutwords #pianomusic #classicalmusic #wigmorehall
SUBSCRIBE: / leonmccawleypianist
WEBSITE: leonmccawley.com
FACEBOOK: / leon.mccawley.pianist
BUY THE ALBUM: leonmccawley.c...
ABOUT
Described as ‘a musician of great finesse’ (Diapason), Leon McCawley is recognised as one of the most outstanding pianists of his generation. He has performed all over the world in the most prestigious concert halls. His recordings have received 5 star reviews and many accolades including Gramophone Editor’s Choice and Diapason d'Or. He is professor of piano at Royal College of Music, London.
CONTACT INFO: leonmccawley.c...

[@unchan186]

I was moved by the beautiful performance!!! My 9 year old son, who is learning the piano, says it's the most amazing!!! He says he wants to play like you. He wants to go to your concert.

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

Many thanks. All best to you and your son!

[@desastroso666]

I am learning this peace currently. Now I can hear how song breaths truelly 😍

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

Thank you- glad to be some help. Good luck with your playing.

[@yskwong]

I've never played it this fast, but this speed does make it sound good, too. I haven't played this piece for almost 20 years now, and I'm going to start practicing again now. Thanks for giving us a different perspective to this beautiful piece. Cheers.

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

Thank you so much. Enjoy your practice!

[@DiscoverPianoTV]

I love the tempo! Such great voicing as well!

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

Many thanks!

[@user-ny3hm7uf4h]

I replayed it multiple times. So beautiful 💖 thank you!

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

Thank you too!

[@monowoparaparakowasu]

you play with such authority, it's truly captivating. i've listened to many performances here on youtube but yours seems to be the best! beautiful playing

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

Thanks so much! Enjoy the rest of my channel 😊

[@hollyavillella554]

Just gorgeous! Exquisite phrasing! ❤💐Thanks so much! 🙏🕊️

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

Glad you enjoyed it- thanks for your comments!

[@hollyavillella554]

@@LeonMcCawleyPianist You're welcome! Have you recorded The Fleecy Clouds, Adieu, Agitation, and Duet Op 38, No 6? I'd love to listen. TFS!

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

Sorry, not got to those yet! :)

[@AJBTemplar]

I have a couple of students doing this piece with me currently. I agree that this tempo suits it far more than the slower pace one usually sees.

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

Glad you like the tempo choice- thanks.

[@brawlstars-yb7em]

Hello sir wonderful playing, i struggle to make the piece sound beautiful and the dynamics do you have any tips? Thank you❤

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

Thank you. Sing the melody out aloud when you practise; it will help you to phrase more naturally. Think about the overall shape and structure of the music. Play legato, more connected to the keys. Enjoy your work!

[@joannawronska4100]

Mr.Leon McCawley, SO ROMANTIC AND BEAUTIFUL AS ALWAYS!!!!! Already several times I've heard your playlist "Mendelssohn Piano Music" (all 8 videos), thank you for your these excellent performances and my new "like-thumb up-upvote"12. Lately you are busy now preparing for a livestream recital at Wigmore Hall, London on 10th October (thank you for the info, such a great repertoire-Schubert, Janacek, Grieg and Schumann. Are you planning this recital as a video on KZbin?). I'm looking forward to it, but probably you are distracted by my frequent comments, therefore I will no longer disturb you with my comments, I wish you every success on this recital and in your musical career in general, as always my best regards from Poland, have a happy week. Joanna

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

Thank you, Joanna. Yes, the Wigmore Hall recital will most probably be available on their own KZbin channel for a while after the livestream, to be confirmed.

[@ese77ajala39]

Wonderful!

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

Many thanks!

[@loganfruchtman953]

This gives off Schubert vibes

[@wen1507]

I’m very enjoy your music!

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

Many thanks!

[@andrewkennaugh1065]

Wonderful!😊 Duet is my favourite of the Songs Without Words... is it possible to play that one whilst observing social distancing...?!😚😃

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

Thank you! Such a warm and tender one.

[@andrewkennaugh1065]

Thanks...did you miss the double entendre...?!😚😚🎹

[@andrewkennaugh1065]

Only joking,there wasn't one!😉So good that you are giving such attention to these wondrous,yet largely neglected works...I think the Grieg Lyric Pieces are also similarly unjustly neglected... Keep up the good work, please!!😊😎

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

No, I got what you were saying! 😜

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

and thanks for tuning in- more to come!

[@enricakupper245]

i play this too, but not as good as you 🙏🙏👍👍😊

[@LeonMcCawleyPianist]

Ahh- many thanks!