Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto in D major op. 35 | Ray Chen - Queen Elisabeth Competition 2009

[@RayChenViolinist]

I miss potato quality - it helps cover up intonation mishaps hahaha

[@tobecontinued6747]

wow it's the real ray chen :0

[@HeliNoir]

So glad they uploaded this! Can't believe it's been 13 years since I started following you!

[@daisy-yz5rw]

！two days ago!!!!????

[@owotuna]

I've only recently started getting into western classical music, but man, you've got me addicted to this Tchaikovsky violin concerto. I keep coming back to this video and the Seattle symphony one.

[@agnes8657]

Sounds amazing anyways 🥰

[@jessiahstalbirds.j.794]

OMG, he was only 19 or 20 years old at this point in time and already a world-renowned Virtuoso.

[@johnolsen611]

Ray Chen is among one of the first worldwide renowned concert violinists to utilize the latest technological advances of the internet in a most personal manner. Although his generous offering reveals his less serious and warm character, one should never underestimate the extremely rare virtuosity and the impeccable technique he possesses.

[@overen1379]

@Jeongok Park He also won the Menuhin competition.

[@latigresadragon8]

perfect description. 👌🏻

[@shiaoyunfu-tf5dz]

不要賤7/喔呵呵

[@shiaoyunfu-tf5dz]

我說不要賤7賤小叮噹/

[@jialehong8597]

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[@adamdesanti6713]

I simply cannot fathom how many tens of thousands of hours of practice it takes to be able to learn and play every single note from memory and with supreme virtuosity as the lead violinist in a 36-minute violin concerto composed by Tchaikovsky. How is that even humanly possible? I'm absolutely in awe.

[@user-qy9ns7ke9q]

kzbin.info/www/bejne/nJmYaqGsh6ZoaK8 does this sound familiar? lol

[@ЕленаРуденко-г3л]

Всё возможно.Мы,скрипачи,играем этот концерт в консерватории,он является обязательным на конкурсе им.Чайковского.Почти нет профессионального скрипача,который не играл бы этот концерт:)

[@marcoschrispim3083]

wow.And here I am thinking the same thing. how phenomenal the human being is. I'll have to be born again and try to do the next thing, maybe in another generation.

[@邱英絜]

fathom is my vocabulary word!❤😂And also phenomenal !👏 😂🎉🎉🎉❤❤

[@Jackblack-je1qj]

It takes 3 week for me to focusing on the first 5 bar 🤣🤣🤣🤣 sound easy but its realy hard.

[@alanlee320]

first prize!! and now Ray Chen is democratizing the best music for our next generation

[@yukiyavalentine5867]

he's already so good back then, now even better ....... and more handsome

[@wwakkoppakko]

He is not just a violinist, he is an actor, a dancer, and a conductor.

[@wwakkoppakko]

Oh yes, and a youtuber

[@nij3859]

ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ

[@eugene1197]

Ray so young. Look at that wild hair

[@wenxinli1374]

his hair style is much better now

[@annettev.ekesparre9936]

This is so touching, honestly. Thank You Ray, for a Moment in Time you gave my soul a sense of inner Peace and gratitude for the World. And Music.

[@irisce2799]

Finally don’t have to watch 480p Ray

[@mynameisnotlight]

More like 120…. lmfao

[@ent.x0r]

I really like the smile of the conductor in the end. It seems so genuine when he looks to young Ray, smiles and hugs him. His body language tells: Ray, you can be proud. That was masterful performance.

[@davidbai3543]

the conductor everytime he looked at ray: damn this boy cooking

[@petermartin2054]

This is my favorite Violin Concerto and this performance and recording may be my favorite to date. The soloist and orchestra under Mr. Varga's conducting are as hand in glove. The playing of Mr. Chen is powerful, passionate and mature for a young man. I am so impressed that Ray Chen is deserving of being at the top of Olympus with the who's who of violinists. So impressive ! I love this in its entirety. Everybody all in all the way through. Kudos everyone and especially Ray Chen amd Maestro Gilbert Varga for a historic work of art. Thank you !!!

[@kimlee2946]

Not just a great violinist. Great character and everything.

[@markaprill6501]

I know Ray from his KZbin videos. Not just a great musician but a great teacher and seems to be a really nice guy too.

[@Iyadch1]

15:15 the best and most emotional part of the whole tchaikovsky concerto and by far my favorite :D

[@janekeleher3090]

I became aware of Ray Chen through the TwoSet violin channel. He is now on my bucket list to see someday!

[@Gusielog]

He has actually stayed at my house before

[@omniyx7837]

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[@Gusielog]

@@omniyx7837 aight believe what you want.

[@kelvinsun5099]

@@Gusielog wait actually? What happened?

[@NickYangSungYen]

So glad to see Queen Elisabeth Competition released this competition video. It's so precious and I have been searching him playing Tchaikovsky Violin Concerto in D major for so long. From official web site knows Ray is the first prize winner of the year and you see his skill is already telling you that he will be one of the brightest violinists later on. Amazing!

[@germangarciamartinez4097]

YES! It´s been stored accruing dust somewhere for 12 years. This is history.

[@BlankCanvas88]

I bet sometimes the other violinists look at the soloist at rehearsal and think, “Why can’t that be me?” Then come showtime they be like “So glad that’s not me!” It’s such a vulnerable position!

[@davidmoreno790]

I’ve thought the same lately after many concerts watched. All of the violinists are great, professional musicians, but being at the front almost conducting the performance itself… It’s another level of the bussines. In any case, I feel always grateful for people who decided to become artists and give us this delightful moments of existence, from percussionists to soloists and conductors ❤️‍🔥.

[@volentezzetnelov3793]

Great performance. This is why Tchaikovsky needed to compose one only violin concerto.

[@nikinewton7917]

It's the first time I'm watching this. I see my violin teacher sitting by the first violin group. That's very nice for me to see, I must say. But Ray Chen is a fabulous violinist, and has a good humor. Tchaikovsky remains a topper for sure....

[@june830]

Ray Chen's smile was so adorable even back then! Great performance!

[@DanielleCHARDON-ALBERA-vl3bi]

Merci infiniment Mr Ray Chen pour tant de générosité, et pour nous partager votre joie de faire de la musique.

[@johnun2592]

the greatest violinist from Taiwan, so gooooood! BRAVO!

[@邱英絜]

😂

[@rosaliewerback6360]

Australia

[@burburchacha]

Ray has improved so damn much since this performance!

[@tomokomills]

Thats what I thought, too!!!!!! 💯

[@HeliNoir]

12:50 I can't help but imagine Mr. Bean having a conversation with Ray In all seriousness, I just realized it has been 13 years since I first watched his Saint Saëns Introduction Et Rondo Capriccioso in this competition. Thank you for uploading this so we can now finally watch his Tchaikovsky Violin Concert! He has done and is still doing much good toward for the music community bringing more audiences and inspiring the next generations of musicians!

[@reminworld]

This piece is one of my all time favourites but usually when played, I feel the orchestra falling to temptation to pick up speed and rush it. Here we have an excellent orchestra and a bravo performer who not only shows power and passion but real discipline in playing at the right speed. He uses those extra parts of a second to inject additional passion and power into his notes when required. Bravo Mr. Chen. You brought me to tears every time I listen to this. I keep coming back to it after watching other versions.

[@ariiahohenstein879]

It is my favourite violin concerto and I cherish violin virtuosos who can make me weep, because this concerto brings tears to my eyes

[@cmw9876]

Having just watched his live performance, I'd say he enjoys performing and is a lot of fun to see perform as well as listen to.

[@tessverberckmoes]

Ray was just SO young, funny to see ❤ But he literally won this... 🎉🎉

[@CeciliaTan]

I find myself being fascinated by Ray's reversible bow-tie. Suitable for whether the orchestra is in white or black tie on any given night! (Gorgeous playing, Ray. It's fun to contrast this with your recent rendition with the Seattle Symphony!)

[@blauespony1013]

Hi Cecilia. That is actually why I walked in here today :-D

[@MarkWilliams-ix1qf]

The same music. But I guarantee he is more famous for his poised recovery from a broken string at Seattle years later.

[@Pnumi]

@@MarkWilliams-ix1qf Well said

[@jeangkungz3633]

7:52 I love this part so much OH MY GOSH😭😭❤️❤️

[@RobertHershkowitz]

I'm so proud of him and this orchestra.

[@melaniamonicacraciun9900]

Let only music rule the world fans & let it sound just this good

[@stejan2915]

My impression is that this concerto is like a toy for Chen. It is easy for him to play. It sounds so elegant and delicate under his fingers. He feels the music deeply with his heart and soul. I am amazed. Bravo. 🎉❤

[@57kongking]

I can't stop feeling my heart pounding with such a good music and performing, have a connection between ear, heart and tears wonderful!!!! pure genius

[@annelisemucoolname9225]

I'm completely adoring the Violinists energy and his expressions, he's having so much fun and I with him 😍

[@jason101other]

Can we give a shout out to the Belgian National Orchestra? They sound great

[@christaherwig0404]

Finally the whole concert in one and with a better quality. Ray Chen was already an outstanding violinist at the age of 19 and was already there with all his emotions. I like it so much and he always takes me on a journey into classical music🎻♥️🎶

[@sarahchung3970]

看了幾十次, 深深為指揮跟Ray Chen 著迷 很棒的演奏!

[@MaidenBklyn]

He looks so ecstatic whilst playing. Love his passion.

[@ИринаБрюхно-р5ч]

Nothing is impossible for him. He is a unique performer.

[@이충효-q8i]

우연히 보게됐는데 레이첸의 댓글도 보고 덤으로 젊은 시절의 모습까지 럭키비키잖아.

[@jeong-gikim5958]

秒前 It's an unbelievable physical and concentration power to perfectly perform a work of such long time and high difficulty.

[@enriquesanchez2001]

Ray, I just loved these lovely moments in your life - they bring JOY to me and everyone who listens to your performances ♥♥♥♥

[@Jeff-re9ex]

Wow! And he has performed on the streets with Karolina Protsenko. Showing her the way to being a better violinist. He is an amazing human being and violinist.

[@akii._qq]

8:23 is my favorite part of the piece😍

[@sweddishboi2739]

yeah that whole section is just so melodic and powerful…. awesome piece

[@Ru136]

And that's the part where he snapped his string years later and made a quick recovery!

[@davidfleming8436]

I love listening to and watching Ray Chen perform. Great technique and musicianship. Exciting.

[@dragonlady5251]

wow.. I am in love with your playing Mr. Chen.. I listened to so many violinist and by far you have the intonation and the soul of the song. I have listened to so many players and I listen to your solos the most because you have a unique quality that I have not heard ...in this lifetime or perhaps the others I have lived. It is magical. It is as if I am in the time period and I transcend to that magical arena of the composer and musician creating this beautiful melody.. I feel every note and transition and everlasting movement of this song.

[@pumpkingirl1907]

I love how much Mr. Chen loves to play the violin!

[@nss4472]

This violín deserve to be loved to play. The Diamond.

[@RobertoGonzalez-jz7ym]

Ray Chen para mi es hoy por hoy el mejor violinista del orbe, siguen predominando en primer plano, los grandes amigos de México, la gran nación china, mis respetos y admiración por su tenacidad, entrega al arte y más que nada por su gran técnica y sensibilidad, los admiro.

[@lehan5253]

hi, I actually don't get it but let me guess, it's Spanish hm hola, Como esta

[@CarmenOrtiz-lh1og]

❤🎉🎉😊 madre mía ,,,,, me hace volar al ma's alla ,,, este violinista . Felicitaciones x su dedicacion q lo estas demostrando .!!!

[@RobertoGonzalez-jz7ym]

Este joven tiene presencia, es esbelto, bien hecho, con personalidad, maneja el instrumento con pasión, disfruta lo que toca, siente las notas de su violin, siente un maridaje con su instrumento, acaricia las cuerdas y conoce a la perfección las notas musicales de la obra, en fin es el mejor violinista del universo, además hay otros adjetivos calificativos positivos qué se me escapan de la mente, en fin es el mesías del violin de siglo 21.

[@RobertHershkowitz]

Ray I love you. Absolutely lovely . You have great demeanor comes through your playing. Your mighty interpretation. The subtleties. Great phrasing. May you soar far and wide. Live long and prosper.

[@和子長谷川]

どうして、こんなにも、こころ、ゆさぶる、えんそうができるのか？ふしぎ、あ――、すっかり、虜になって、しまいました。素晴らしい🎻❤️❤️❤️

[@trippiecliff8311]

You should watch his new recording of Tchaikovsky violin concerto in Cally's channel

[@robertflynn6686]

Sweet very sweet 🎻. The conductor is so good with young violinists.

[@danieljones9266]

Cmon, just ridiculously good it's crazy

[@deejay526es]

Looking forward to watching and listening to this concerto soon 🙏🏼🤍

[@alandeutsch9987]

oh man i'm so glad they uploaded this. i was getting tired of the shitty screen recordings

[@JanetSalter65]

Beautiful! One of my favorites❤

[@andriesbartels3454]

Brilliant. With so much ease and musically. Wonderful.

[@gentlespirit4]

This was quite a lovely & even fantastic "experience"! I had to deliberately breathe several times because some moments captures my breath. I enjoyed being able to sit still quietly and simply appreciate this exquisite artistic masterful performance. Splendid! Amazing! Well done!

[@georgesealy4706]

Excellent sound recording work. Great video.

[@elianejoly5352]

Ray Chen virtuose violoniste 🎻,est stupéfiant ,investi de musiques pour notre plaisir de l’écouter .Franchement ,un véritable bonheur .Merci .🎇🙏♥️🧑‍🎤

[@hamida4634]

Здравствуйте. Благодарю вас уважаемые музыканты! Благодарю композитора Петра Ильича Чайковского за радость, негу, все эмоции, за все то, что дает ваша музыка дорогой маэстро, вы всегда живы, люди любят вашу музыку!!!! ❤

[@Mary-c1q]

Ray Chen, thé best violoniste ! ✨🎶🌹🎶❤️✨

[@Тайныйновгородец]

Этот молодой человек оставляет впечатление счастливого человека - он нашёл себя в этом... правда, иногда он кажется нашкодившим мальцо́м, иногда вполне щедрым и душевным в своих розыгрышах - но насколько понимает - что исполнительская стезя чаще бывает тернистой, нежели усыпанной розами...но такое чувство, что Рей просто играет исполнителя на скрипке - в этом он однозначно много преуспел и достиг... и тон его феноменальный - артист природжённый точно.

[@susanahatam5268]

Outstanding Performance by Ray Chen!

[@vitamin168]

Cannot believe this is a performance from the 20 years old guy.

[@wendyshipley787]

Incredible ! So Beautiful !... What a skillful musician !!! Thank you !!!

[@teresasylviaaltamiranorive8785]

Lo veo y lo veo y me gusta mucho, es hermoso. Hay magia en la forma como toca el violín, felicidades Ray Chen eres magico

[@daisy-yz5rw]

wow its amazing to hear how much his violin playing has developed in all those years... even though back then he is already so mingling....

[@tomokomills]

Sublime!!!!! Bravissimo! 🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶🫶

[@hughbryant1326]

Brilliant and amazing. I really enjoyed watching a virtuoso performing this piece. Thank you.

[@davidl9781]

A winning performance. Amazing!

[@g.970]

You look so different here except I recognize those facial expressions. 😂. I love listening to you

[@RobertoGonzalez-jz7ym]

Este es un concierto interpretado inmaculada mente, es el concierto perfecto señores y el más bello del orbe.

[@RobertoGonzalez-jz7ym]

Ahora chan es mi gran ídolo, qué manera de tocar, es más que perfecto, oigan lo.

[@davidfleming8436]

Not only do I love listening to Ray Chen play, but I love watching him!

[@vincentnes]

Wow! he was so young!!

[@rosernabona9364]

Wonderful. Marvellous

[@marityyost664]

Concierto conmovedor,excelente solista y orquesta,un verdadero regalo para disfrutar !!!!!

[@RobertoGonzalez-jz7ym]

Este joven Chen, esta enorme esta tocando extraordinariamente superior, no hay que perderlo de vista.

[@Soph04118]

0:52 Cuando lo escuche me congele porque era demasiado familiar, literalmente escuché casi dos veces como 5 composiciones para luego descubrir que era el inicio de csárdas de Caroline Campbell & Hauser. Hermoso ❤

[@RobertoGonzalez-jz7ym]

Por enésima vez vuelvo a escuchar la mejor obra maestra para violin mejor escrita de la humanidad en todos los tiempos, y de los que vienen, en las manos maravillosas y la sensibilidad inmensa de Ray Chen el joven que ha marcado un parteaguas en la forma de tocar, antes de Ray Chen y después de Ray Chen, es para mi la gloria celestial más imponente qué he escuchado, Ray Chen de la mano de piotr illich tchaikovski, para que quiero más, directo a la felicidad.

[@평택벨유스오케스트라]

첫 선율로 끝났네요. 소름소름 브라보

[@RaimundoNonato-nk9sc]

Incrível beleza! Não canso de ouvir!!😢

[@RobertHershkowitz]

I like this conductor.

[@rosariocalosur7802]

The best version i saw was that of David Oistrakh with the Moscow symphony. David was the master and the conductor and orchestra followed his pace. There is a tendency to be sucked into the frenzy of this composition but David's performance was in full control and he really gave emphasis where it should be.

[@rosernabona9364]

Congratulations ❤

[@Bosshog-WealthHealthBetterment]

I feel like the ending for this give the 1812 Overture a run for its money. Just so incredible. Tchaikovsky just seems so able to finish with flare.

[@YishanTung]

WOW! LOVE THIS! YOU GOOD RAY!

[@maryyueil]

Did Ray Chen Win this competotion? Outstanding performance.🎻

[@jesustorres1620]

Yes, he won

[@tessverberckmoes]

Hes just EPIC ❤

[@dianal.1279]

I was there!🥳🥳

[@aaronnam1444]

Dear ray, it's me, Kevin Kumars apprentice, like anakin Skywalker and obi won kenobi...everything is a form of power. Seeing, breathing, thinking, are all forms of power. Do you see what I mean? Your vibrato, your bow grip, are both forms of power. What does your power tell you to do? Listen to your power.

[@mrpetef]

Amazing!

[@francinebaumstuck9165]

Très belle interprétation !.

[@gabriellafeher5469]

Awesome performance, just superb!!

[@乐痴小仙]

很细腻很有起承转合的起伏感，超级棒！！！！！！！

[@irinafrantova7821]

Браво!