Paganiniana

Singaporean violinist Chloe Chua plays Paganiniana. Chloe is one day shy of 17 at the time of this recording. She was Artist-In-Residence of the Singapore Symphony in our 2022/23 and 2023/24 seasons.
The name of Italian violinist-composer Niccolò Paganini is known to even the most superficial lover of classical music, and his Caprice No. 24 is perhaps one of the best known of his showpieces. In 1954, American virtuoso violinist Nathan Milstein published a set of variations which he called Paganiniana, as a tribute to the original Paganini work. Videos of Milstein performing the work show that he changed bowings, fingerings, and even notes between performances, which may be frustrating for those who believe the written music is sacrosanct, but reflects the fact that at the heart of music, as well as at the core of every successful performer, there should be a spirit of improvisation and spontaneity which differentiates a magical performance from a merely competent one. (Edward C. Yong)
Recorded live at the Victoria Concert Hall, Singapore, on 6 Jan 2024.
Cover: Chloe (Photo by Clive Choo) with the famous fake daguerreotype of Paganini, forged in 1900 by Italian violin maker Giuseppe Fiorini.
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[@natashavernon9828]

Whoever came up with the idea of the thumbnail needs a raise 😮‍💨

[@Andrei11t]

Btw that's actually not a photo of Paganini

[@zaaplol5777]

@Andrei11t correct, as already mentioned in the video description.

[@Andrei11t]

@zaaplol5777 ah, lol, my bad

[@dark6.63E-34]

She made a pact with the devil

[@frankiek2269]

Not Asian!!!!!

[@moa_andskittle]

The fact that this released publicly just after TwoSet said goodbye... she's still Chloe Sensei to TwoSetters.

[@DarkPa1adin]

where did TwoSet go?

[@wjsnactivist6141]

@@DarkPa1adin they announced they will no longer be active online and posted a goodbye message

[@ItsMeHiHelloo]

They’re back officially, but they aren’t anymore the Brett and Eddy we knew…

[@gustavopauli4591]

@@ItsMeHiHelloo it's quite the opposite actually, they officially retired from social media. Those last videos were a goodbye gift for the fans

[@barsibatoes4350]

TYHIS IS HOW I FIND OUT??????????????????????

[@AndySaenz924]

That thumbnail is ICONIC! If Paganini was alive today, he would be very pleased with her!

[@graceonaga3094]

4 years after Chloe Sensei taught Brett and Eddy this piece, we finally get to hear it in its entirety. Singaporeans have been so lucky to have had her live performances all these years and the SSO has done a superb job of supporting her. After daily practice routines which include Paganini caprices, Paganiniana is a walk in the park for Chloe. I am sure she will continue working on technical virtuosity, which she has in abundance, but as she continues her education, a deepening understanding of music generally will help her in the area she wants and needs to become a better musician. She already is, as a number of people have commented, a world class violinist. She will get even better if she continues on this trajectory. Thank you for this upload!

[@juliegill6278]

It WOULD BE LITERALLY ABSOLUTELY IMPOSSIBLE for you to be MORE RIGHT IF YOU TRIED!!!!!!!!!!! (When I use block capitals it is to emphasize what I say, not shout.) Julie Gill, Glasgow, Scotland.

[@mahlonrhoades4509]

As with Hilary Hahn, you see videos of her when she was 14, 17, early 20s and you think 'how can she ever be better than this?'. Then you hear her recent performances and you are breathless. I feel that Chloe has that potential to continue to grow and expand into true greatness.

[@danman8010]

This performance solidifies Chloe Chua's arrival as an artist and not just a child prodigy. Like other commenters here, I was enthralled by her vivid intonation, crystal clear articulation, and warm tone projection in past performances; However, for the first time to me, those excellent qualities are not the main point but supporting buttresses in service of her musical communication to the audience. Not once during this video did I think of her virtuosity or how hard this piece is, no matter how true and obvious that is. I simply experience her well-thought interpretation of music. Thank you for that gift.

[@Kachikawawa40]

She played it so musically that I forgot how insanely difficult this piece is👏

[@jackburgess8579]

Yes, the musicality is stunning, particularly in the slow variations.

[@HannahLingLing]

same I was thinking...wait is this piece really that hard. Then I was like YES😂

[@danielluiz885]

Until then we only had Hilary's version, now we have another version to look forward to, this performance will certainly reach millions of views

[@jackburgess8579]

Milstein's own performances of the piece are wonderful!

[@hildabeskow3639]

have others by Milstein, Veriko Tchumburidze, In Mo Yang, Guy Braunstein to mention some, and now ofc chloe chuas recording which is really impressive!!

[@Someone-hi1nt]

only Hilary’s? Yeah if you don’t count the many others that we’ve had for years

[@sophiamang5349]

bro only knows hilary hahn

[@DankChallenger]

milsteins in the best, he wrote it after all.

[@evebolton2236]

Her tone is so rich it's genuinely insane

[@yumeko5922]

Oh my gosh, I was there when I heard it live.(I went on the first day) This was the highlight of the night. As stated previously, I went on the first night, and no one was expecting Chloe to play it solo since the programme book only stated Paganinia and nothing more. But then, after wrapping up the fifth piece, Issac just left the stage, and everyone in the audience was dumbfounded. I was seated on the balcony, and I could see lots of ppl turning their heads ard to look at their friends as if to ask,'There's no way she's gonna play solo, is she?" But then Chloe just stood there on stage and started tuning her violin. The concert hall was so quiet except for Chloe and her violin, it's like watching an Olympics match. Then Chloe squared her shoulders, planted her feet into the ground, and took a deep breath. The concert hall was so tense, but Chloe absolutely shredded that tension when she started playing Paganinia. Also, when she's playing the violin alone in the concert hall, you can literally hear every sound it makes. All of us in the audiences were 110% focused on Chloe's playing. When she finished playing, the whole concert hall applauded so loudly, and everyone was just cheering. (And it went on for a while) When my friends and I were leaving the concert hall, there were lots of ppl saying,'What am I doing with my life, man' or 'what just happened, that was insane' because a lot of us were still trying to process what was going on. Afterwards, when I asked my non classical listener friend on her thoughts, even she was blown away. I will definitely remember this concert, specifically this performance, for a long time to come. This was the third Chloe's concert I went to and I'm so glad that I managed to watch it live.

[@melmelexplores]

Agree! Her live performances are just… 🥹🥹🥹

[@Words-.]

That sounds super cool fr

[@user-ng1vy8tn6t]

I went on the first day also 😊

[@10to1imjokin]

You are so super lucky to have experienced that live!

[@FlyingAngel69]

I've only realised there was audience present at the very end of the video. It was so quietly around. I'm so envious of those who can watch Chloe Chua performances live in Singapore.

[@mahlonrhoades4509]

What a privilege to be able to witness the transition of a prodigiously talented child into a sublime artist of transcendent skill and interpretation. Literally had tear running down my face. There's no doubt in my mind that she will take her place as one of the most exalted musicians of this time and possibly in the conversation for the best ever.

[@interroga-te-ipsum]

It gives me goosebumps just how much this is the soundtrack of our world today. The intensity... Chloe Chua has such a rich sound and such precision and clarity. To have her very own sound at this young age... Unbelievable.

[@seantzeng1849]

Next generation of great violinists are here. Chloe is the clear leader.

[@kerolokerokerolo]

No, Chloe is not a leader because she is not competing against anyone. Music is not a competition

[@lunarhorse]

@@kerolokerokerolo For sure. I think that the original comment simply meant that Chloe would likely be among the greatest violinists in the next generation of performers, and would be the favorite performer for many people because of her outstanding technique. Also, music can be a competition sometimes, in music competitions😅

[@hrio100]

There are many great players, but Chloe is one of the rarest for she does not just play, she communicates.

[@AmitKumar-wq3bc]

Yeah, take a bow little one, that is some incredible playing! she is no longer a child prodigy/ virtuoso anymore, she is a bona fide one of the best violin players on the planet.

[@sacrilegiousboi978]

This is as close to absolute perfection as I think we'll ever hear in a live performance of this piece, bravo Chloe!!

[@snowf6307]

Someone promote the person who did the thumbnail IMMEDIATELY

[@interroga-te-ipsum]

Danke!

[@jackburgess8579]

Chloe had been playing for 70 minutes before she gave this magnificent performance. We now have the Vitali and Veracini with which she began the recital. Hopefully the rest - the two works by Tartini and the Locatelli violin concerto - will be posted too.

[@christianet1907]

No way! That’s nearly unbelievable. Wow!!!

[@Sarah.DSouza]

How lucky are we to be alive to witness the genius that is Chloe Chua! A true master👏👏👏

[@mahsa8032]

She is the meaning of talent and hard work, I appreciate her so much✨

[@cukoobajube]

Absolutely awesome. I wish I could do that!

[@cindermations6162]

I could listen to this for hours... so good....

[@jackburgess8579]

Technical excellence and stunning musicality. A magnificent _tour de force_ !!!!

[@HalászSándor-q6r]

Gyönyörű!!!!

[@JESUSistheonlyway-t5e]

Her vibrato is just amazing, just like everything else🥰🤩

[@FlyingAngel69]

That's insanely perfect. I can't even describe my feelings.

[@IsaacThantzintun]

When you look at violin's strings,your eyes are a little askew.❤😊

[@wjue]

Super, elle a grandi !

[@ExhaustedOwl]

I look forward to seeing Chloe perform live in Melbourne (Aus) next month with the SSO!

[@pianoplays1763]

I still remember her doing this piece on TwoSet...it's amazing to see how far she has come!

[@bennetthuang6532]

I'm going to be completely honest, I'm in genuine shock at how good that was. Flawless technique and beautiful phrasing as always!

[@terryleebo]

To have talent is one thing, and to have skill on top of that is another. That is where most good musicians rest, but Chloe Chua has a musical sense that touches the heart of the music and she shares that with us.

[@akshgdhd9474]

Chloe Chua is the treasure of Singaporean. Singaporean People are proud of the fact that Miss Chloe Chua is talented violinist and contribute on enrich Culture of Singapore.

[@c2r4a1]

Chloe is a treasure to the world

[@Dynamatrix2000]

The technical skill that you need to play this is off the chart, and Chloe makes it look easy. This performance deserves 5 million views easily. 😤

[@c2r4a1]

She plays every note confidently with a full tone, observing every dynamic while adding her own individual phrasings, rubato and expressions, in a performance filled with energy and momentum. Magnificent.

[@jerricorock]

This performance is one of a kind. It is so intricate yet, musically enduring and clear.

[@lariog31]

I put this on to fall asleep I was so very wrong There is so much punch and energy with this piece I am fucking pumped up I feel like fighting a whole people This is so incredibly powerful Goddamn

[@dmgleichman1]

The slow parts give me goose bumps. That fast parts are perfection. Wow.

[@johjoh9270]

Dammn it, now I need twoset to react to this but they retired 😓

[@nalistrvshbag]

ive been NEEDING her to play this since i saw her teaching eddy & bret (two set violin) this piece!! masterfully done chloe, bravo!!!!!

[@10to1imjokin]

Im not sure why this brought a grown man to tears, but it was just so overwhelming... I've never heard anything like it, even from her.

[@SönkeBehrends]

Humble perfection - inventive musicality - Mr. Milstein would be proud!

[@jackburgess8579]

It is good to see this masterpiece unveiled for all the world to see, hear and wonder.

[@ArticFoxesandPenguins]

Happy 18th birthday Chloe !

[@poyenwu]

Wow Chloe really improved since she last played this in a twoset video!

[@arlettekreps873]

Une pépite, un diamant pur , rare et précieux ❤❤❤

[@No-ke8ui]

yep

[@paulwan7148]

Very solid techniques. And I like her tone. The final product is not a showing off one but a beautiful arts work which is very important. I hope I can hear her Bach solo works and Mozart sonatas in the future as I think these three composers' violin works are the most difficult ones except Schubert's fantasy.

[@chickenflavor9880]

The bow thread ripping makes it more epic.

[@paulyntan6344]

8:05

[@johnacp1]

This is insane …. Extremely technical challenging and yet Chloe nailed it perfectly..

[@Petergoforth]

Eddy and Brett, are you watching? This piece could be one of little more than superb technique and virtuosity. Ms. Chua adds layers of interpretation, of beauty and musicality, that make it so much more. I am so grateful to be able to listen to this.

[@B2UTYINDO525]

The way I stop and drop everything to get my earphone and listen to Chloe Sensei.... And she did SPECTACULAR 😭 I mean duh, it's THE Chloe sensei, one of the legendary LingLing, ofc she ATEEEE

[@pa1189j]

Simply breathtaking. One for the records for sure.

[@Bleauwolf2]

Bravisimo!!! Chloe, no matter how many times I watch your performances I am ever in awe of your refind skill and moreso in the the passion and interpretation of eveything you perform. I am deeply touched and moved. And as your success and noteriety have exploded over the years, you remain humble and appreciative and that makes you even more special. Thank you for your tremendous hard work and for sharing with the world the blessings God has given you. You are truly so many lovely things wrapped up in one and you make a difference. Thank you!! As well, a special thanks to the SSO for showcasing Chloe's talent in the Symphony by bestowing her as the Resident Artist and for unselfishly sharing your stunning recordings for the world to admire. You are deeply appreciated.

[@limitstoprogress]

Thank you Chloe! To call this performance "flawless" would be insulting - between "flawless" and this amazing performance is an unbridgeable chasm, separating "lack of mistakes" from supreme achievement. This performance sets a high mark that perhaps nobody else will ever exceed. The perfection of technique is beyond imagination, the tone of this violin and the audio recording are amazing.

[@MishaSkripach]

oh сome on...

[@bojing658]

Even the bow string couldn't keep up with her. 🎉 Damn sick.

[@violinhunter2]

Unbelievable playing. You have absolute mastery over phrasing, intonation, and sound. You have been chosen to play the violin by God's angels. Practice alone cannot explain your control over this very difficult instrument at such a young age - like Heifetz, like Ricci, like Menuhin - an incredible prodigy.

[@dv22_8]

it doesn't get any better than this. this is one of the best violin performances that I've ever heard, and I have heard many. I have never heard the beginning of this piece (the theme) played better than this. she just keeps getting better and better. bravo Chloe! ❤️

[@jackburgess8579]

It isn't easy to choose a favourite, but yes, these past few years Chloe's performances are invariably at the very pinnacle of the art of violin.

[@jackburgess8579]

This performance is really amazing, and very moving.

[@B2UTYINDO525]

I got a full body chills throughout this entire video

[@nickyork8901]

Incredible clarity, dead in tune, and such a beautiful sound. She has that slight edge/bite on the start of each note that gives the clarity and works very well in Paganini. The glorious cantabile phrasing she can create is another great part of her playing.

[@KC-NC]

Best Christmas gift EVER!!!!!!!!! Thanks, Chloe!

[@cheyzit]

I WAS LITERALLY JUST HOPING THE OTHER DAY SHE WOULD PLAY THIS

[@mellissadalby1402]

What a magnificent talent. Mechanical precision and yet played with nuance and emotion. I would not have believed it possible without the evidence.

[@AhBoonz1]

Glad to be able to hear it live, and now reliving it.

[@FloridaLasiang]

talented

[@etiennesoltesz6100]

Nagyon szép, gyönyörü. Nagyon szeretem ⚜ 👋 🌸 🏵 🌹

[@KennethDuda]

It's so wonderful to see Chua's growth from prodigy to great violinist.

[@singaporesymphony]

Thank you KennethDuda!

[@gioaelin9840]

I Can't explain how i feel after listening to this Masterclass. She absolutely nailed it. I am speechless.❤

[@MTBruce67]

I can't stop replaying this!!! 🔥🔥🔥

[@anthonycook6213]

In addition to her characteristically awesome display of precise control, with beautifully expressive bowing and phrasing, Chloe's dramatic use of dynamics has grown recently.🎆🎻Happy 2025!

[@Kana-cf2qh]

I just can't stop listening to it playing, I've lost count of how many times I've watched it 🥹🎻

[@jackburgess8579]

The performance Chloe gave of Tartini's sonata "Devil's Trill" earlier in this recital has been posted now for SSO channel members. It is absolutely out of this world!!

[@vallejoestrella]

Thank you very much

[@BertyPlato-cc6nm]

Super quality at the highest level as always from Chloe.. ❤

[@ordnajelaonaj]

Maravilloso!!! Gracias por tanta belleza y talento!! En estos días sombríos eres un bálsamo para el alma..❤

[@Narumichika-r3i]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤ She is so beautiful and her music is so wonderful

[@noahvale7555]

I'm a big fan....Chloe is wonderful and inspiring

[@deankiel2775]

Chloe you are the best. Merry Christmas and Happy New Year to you and your Family ❤

[@petrasei3731]

Sensei drop another banger...!!!

[@DorothyOzmaLover]

Stellar and expressive performance that makes the music so full of life!

[@GRACEMAHRIE]

ボウの位置が変わらず素晴らしい❤ 音の迫力もあるしいつか聞いてみたい。

[@luisrachmaninoff4645]

Una vez que hayas culminado todos tus estudios en música, conocido y hayas logrado tocar casi todo en música para violín, ¿Quien mejor que tú Cloe Chua para componer algo hermoso en violín y dejar tu legado en composición algún día en este mundo.? Ya que tienes la juventud y todo el tiempo del mundo, también por cierto yo me disculpo por haber hablado o escrito en mi lengua natal el español, pero quiera ó no es de mucha importancia en la actualidad. Saludos y gracias por compartir y llevar la música clásica a todo el mundo, saludos desde China y El Salvador. :D

[@limtzexuan6792]

Hope to see the complete video recordings of Butterfly Lovers and Brahms Double Concerto too ! 🤩

[@reverie-g4i]

You can find them on her personal KZbin and topic channels! Her topic channel is just called Chloe Chua-Topic

[@limtzexuan6792]

@reverie-g4i Yes , but I hope to see the full with video recordings one 😃

[@Dynamatrix2000]

​@@limtzexuan6792 Buy it.

[@singaporesymphony]

We hear you. Both are in post-production and will be released in full as a members' channel exclusive first. The Brahms is coming really soon. Thank you for your support!

[@arthurjrong]

Greatest performance I've ever seen. Watching this makes me motivated again 😁

[@MatthewHayes909]

So glad I bought membership, always wanted to hear the full version since you did a lesson on it with Bret and Eddy aha

[@NalenGodon]

How did you comment on this five days ago if they just posted this 11 hours ago

[@oxoelfoxo]

@@NalenGodon channel membership privilege!

[@abigail12583]

Chloe is just so amazing...honestly listening to this piece is just so musically amazing..😍 I could sleep while listening to this 🤩

[@konstantindzhalilov4536]

Best performance of this great piece! Thank you Chloe, after so many years we finally heard the full version 🎉🎉🎉

[@causeandefect8252]

I could learn to like Paganini if I listened only to you play his music. Thank you for the marvelous interpretation.

[@l3arner]

weird

[@Mary-c1q]

Magnifique! Magnífica ! 👏💐✨✨✨❤️

[@jessestheories7586]

This was more than Violin.❤💎 Thank You.

[@enyercastro7127]

Exelente!!!!!❤❤❤

[@thespeedicle3574]

my ears and eyes have never been so blessed, Chloe is absolutely awesome!!!! much love from Sarawak ps. i hope Twoset still remembers those lessons

[@MrRafaelgeraets]

Bravo 👏 bravíssimo, excellent performance!

[@xueyizhou7926]

I need this on Applemusic so bad so I can listen to it every day!!!!!!!!!

[@monicabuxo9139]

Desde hace años q la voy siguiendo y siempre maravillosa. Exquisita musicalidad y una técnica asombrosa pareciendo que todo es fácil. Su integra personalidad lo hace todo exquisito. Un placer maravilloso escucharla. Gracias ❤

[@lettywongtung3725]

May new videos with CHLOE appear more often PLEASEEEE🤩🤩😍😍

[@leonardocheuquel2434]

siempre esperé tu version !!! Muchas gracias!! Que genialidad!!!

[@ecuadorpillajo]

❤❤❤❤❤ Hermosa y muy madura versión 💞 un sonido y Vibrato que van de la mano de PAGANINI .

[@TheSparshofMusic-wn7de]

Amazing!👍👍👍This is my favourite interpretation of this piece!

[@dbsalan]

This is just so brilliant that no words on the planet can be used to describe how good the playing this is! I'm no expert in music but as a layman I think Paganini is about techniques than musical...?

[@sefaemreilikli]

Wonderful performance!