Rachmaninoff with Special Guest: Cellist Jan Vogler | Tiffany Vlogs #80

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A true honor to play with one of the best cellist in the world Jan Vogler on my vlog! Let us know whether you like Blüthner 1910 with gut strings on his Stradivarius cello or modern Steinway with steel cello strings.
November 4, 2019: Bologna, Italy
Recital with cellist Jan Vogler
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Recital with cellist Jan Vogler
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[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

P. S. Tickets are on sale now for the recital in Bologna :) bit.ly/2oROIUy

[@MrCanada4evr]

Like the Steinway version.

[@bereabeard]

I'm sitting here in the middle of the USA, watching an American girl born in Hong Kong playing piano, with a musician playing a cello made in Italy and who was born in East Berlin, on a piece written by a Russian composer, and filmed in Germany. Ain't life grand!?!! Love ya Tiffany! ❤️

[@michaelpark5681]

I'm writing this on a laptop made in China. Am I as cool as you too?

[@lolimintegui5629]

Sweet that is the right word for such sound

[@camilloflaim8933]

I have readed all ; my cell it's Huawei , made on Italy.

[@camilloflaim8933]

Can to be that not play the 3° concerto of Rachmaninov but play some importants compositions of Liszt and Chopin. WOW very long for these.

[@dopesensi]

Yes the Internet is good for entertaining Americans...

[@bh5606]

The editing looks flawless.

[@meriggiar]

I live in Italy, for being born here, a country that Italians don't deserve, believe me; but we won't have it for much longer. Thank you, miss Tiffany Poon for bringing us this wonderful recital. Personally, I mostly trust the new technologies, which use metals and special materials. However, the small imperfections, the aesthetics and the care that these ancient instruments require, create an acutely romantic atmosphere, which gives birth to falling in love and dreams of all kinds! 🤔 (Emilio Delfio, from facebook)

[@victorkhong7654]

The Bluthner with gut strings on the cello at 8:15 to 8:18 was sublime. The Bluthner and gut cello sound more organic and yes intimate as if the soul was singing. The Bluthner lacks the power and the shrill definition of the Steinway. In Jan's intro he said gut strings with period instruments and I think that match is very very pleasing to the ear. Magnificent!

[@tmyiz8288]

I prefer the modern pair. Could be because of resonance of the place. And I guess you can do more with the modern instruments.

[@kvnjng]

I have to agree, and I might add that, for me, the metal strings had that kind of magnetic element you can get from a man tenor. That which is lost for gut strings, because the gut strings don't have the same thick and (for lack of a better word) magnetic quality.

[@kvnjng]

The magnetic element you hear in, for example, Frank Sinatra or Michael Jackson's voice.

[@kvnjng]

But, I do think the gut strings would win over steel when it comes to solo cello baroque pieces, because, the pronunciation and phrasing are more intricate. I would love to hear the first Bach cello suite on it for example.

[@colwem]

I liked the gut strings just fine but I didn’t like the piano. I really like that gut string sound. I don’t know how to describe it, it has this buzz like a saw tooth wave sound that for some reason I really like.

[@ethanfisher-perez9620]

You probably like the sound of the cello, because in the modern pair, the piano was significantly drowned out. Also, for sure, the venue could have had something to do with it.

[@j_go.]

You make me want to listen to classical music more than I already do. :)

[@AndyMillerPhotoUK]

My Tinnitus and I very much appreciated the tone of the gut strung cello and the older (and less bright) piano -- and of course wonderful playing by you both.

[@yethihatun1996]

Love you Tiffany😍

[@basspig]

Wow.. when the cello first came in, it sounded like an entire string section!

[@lolimintegui5629]

Sweet that is the right word for such sound

[@nyc0053]

okay. 6:49 Where do I start! Okay, here> This was spectacular!! I awoke to such an Exquisite performance. Also, I've learned via this performance that my second favorite instrument is, Cello. Violin is 3rd. Piano remains number one. Honestly Tiffany, I’m happy to know you through KZbin. You are fantastic! I value the person you are, and, are becoming. I'm actually speechless, though there are a lot of words. Thank you BOTH. By the way, I prefer, Steel Strings & Steinway Piano.

[@franciscofragoeiro5229]

I can't explain it, but there's something so Rachmaninoff-esque about the Blüthner's tone

[@henrike16254]

Wow beautiful! Both versions, although I think the accustics also make a big difference..

[@mytasteinmusicisyourface3020]

1:19 that g note tho.... Great video!! I loved it lol

[@olivinamariaborges919]

Amazing

[@chrisk8187]

Love your artistry! I prefer the gut string version. More "mellow" and round......what ever that means. The older piano seemed to have a more "sympathetic" tone also. GLORIOUS vibrato! My cellist brother-in-law recently retired from the Colorado Symphony Orchestra-Denver after 34yrs and after 25yrs as principal cellist with the Colorado Central City Opera Orchestra. My sister was the harp faculty at the University of Colorado-Denver, first call union harpist and played with the Colorado Symphony Orchestra-Denver. My mother was an honors graduate in choral conducting and piano from Northwestern University. My son is playing the first mvt. of the Brahms Clarinet Cello Trio with the above mentioned cellist for part of a university recital in April 20'.

[@wongsaiming9157]

Well done😍

[@kurjan1]

OK... So I listened to this played through a very expensive Bang & Olufsen stereo set up... Beautiful... Wonderful... BUT..! I think, in this recording, the Steinway and steel strings win..!

[@tnoender]

😍 music

[@Zoutsteen]

Sounds like the guts don't hold the vibration of the sound well. As though you need more rosin and more strength. But no doubt it comes in a wider range in volume, from very soft to loud. If it is so quiet you can hear a pin drop, that you are holding your breath to hear the fine notes. But where would you find a place where the rear seat can still hear you or the audience can hold their breath for a full evening. ... Steel strings are fine.

[@davekash1]

romantic composers were experts at not "crowding the bassist"

[@MedinafallsovrmedinA]

Whats the name of piece, somebody, please!

[@DrQuizzler]

...two things he took with him...his wife and his precious Bluthner? he calls his wife a "thing"? Of the two "things", he only calls his piano precious? Of course, we see these things through our modern lens and times were different, but still, it's difficult to hear that quote. Beautiful piece by him, nonetheless, and wonderfully played by both of you. The modern version sounded a little cello-heavy, probably from the mic placement. I'm guessing the balance was better live in that cavernous setting, and tough to capture. I think as recordings, the Bluthner and gut strings version sounded more balanced. Older pianos do seem to have a kind of plaintive sweetness about them.

[@lindabarnes5299]

While I appreciate the homage to the traditional, the mellow quality is nice and probalbly worked for the accoustics of the time , I prefer the brightness of the modern piano and strings...the tonal quality is more dicernable,and the harmonies are great. I don't think the modern piano smothers the cello.

[@mikhaelcr9445]

Hii, helloo

[@just_peachy7344]

I absolutely love the editing! The transitions from video to video have gotten a lot better and smoother and I really enjoyed the whole video !

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

Haha thank you - editing takes practice too 😅!

[@Joe_Peroni]

My sentiments entirely. I was trying to formulate this in my somewhat hungover head. As it is, sweet, excellently performed music such as this from these two musicians is an great accompaniment to a Panodol. Or two.

[@AnnaKhomichkoPianist]

Amazing collab and it's very kind and open-minded from Jan Vogler to appear in your vlog! Viel Spaß ;)

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

I know right?? I'm so happy he agreed :)

[@AnnaKhomichkoPianist]

Tiffany Poon totally! :)

[@WhatTheFuckMonkey]

@@TiffanyPoonpianist totally unrelated, but you are the most beautiful person I have ever seen 😍 art is anything that moves you so you, Tiffany, are a work of art ❤️

[@albertweedsteinthethuggeni7797]

@@WhatTheFuckMonkey I agress

[@albertweedsteinthethuggeni7797]

@@WhatTheFuckMonkey agree

[@mirmaflute]

It's difficult to compare the two exhibitions due to the different ambient acoustics. However, for this type of romantic music the cello with modern strings sounds probably better.

[@benwong6899]

also just because that's what we've grown accustomed to already

[@s.l5787]

Not just different acoustics but it is mic'd completely differently. Look how much upfront the modern cello sound is, that is not just purely difference in strings.

[@barsorrro]

I concur. I'm not expert and can't judge all the reasons -- clearly, the acoustics of the chamber being a huge factor -- but I liked the "modern" sound much, much better. I do appreciate the variety and "non-linearity", also sometimes a certain "grittiness" of the older instruments, which often yield character, personality and lyricism to a performance. However, I found the clarity, definition and the round, reverby quality of the Steinway+metal strings rendition much more fitting for this dreamy, "stellar" piece of music.

[@jen43072]

I would have wanted the Blutner to have been voiced a little more warm for my taste with that cello with gut strings. I liked the more modern instruments but it may be because my ear is used to it. I liked the warmth of the cello with the gut strings, but felt the modern instruments matched better? I don't know how much sense that makes

[@Hans-gb4mv]

I was there, lucky me :) At least in the Frauenkirche. Thank both of you for that performance.

[@michaelgamble296]

Hums - the Dresden AMEN quietly . . . . .

[@Altroante]

Gut strings and Bluthner sounded AMAZING together. WOW!

[@timotot123]

Absolutely agree. It was like a fine wine. Just gets better with age

[@JuanCarlosChavezFdez]

Steel strings => strong, short Gut strings => mild, extended Blüthner 1910 => extended, broader Steinway => sharp, defined

[@Jorf88]

I'll chime in as a cellist. Gut strings sound and feel wonderful. They are warm and mellow, they don't have any of the "harshness" that modern metal core strings have. This is especially noticeable for the higher pitched strings (the A string on a cello). The two main "issues" with gut strings is that they don't last anywhere near as long, and they are quieter (Jan touches on this quite a bit). Gut strings are also more sensitive to their environment than metal strings are, so excessive humidity or extreme temperatures cause much more expansion/contraction than you would get with steel strings. Additionally (a more in-depth explanation to their shorter total lifespan), gut strings will keep stretching out. Consequently, you'll have much more tuning to do every time you pick up your instrument. With steel strings that have been on an instrument for at least a month or so, they'll have stretched out as much as they really want to, and you'll often go between playing sessions with minimal amounts of tuning necessary. You'll never get to that point with gut strings, they'll keep stretching . (Obviously there is some oversimplification here, because even metal strings continue to stretch, but the amount is minuscule after some initial amount.) As to the performances... The smaller Blüthner performance was more musical. I find that those finalized practice sessions usually are. It's more of a musical conversation between you and Jan... The other performance is still great, but it has that slight "coldness" that live performances of sonatas often convey.

[@AiMR]

I was wondering, do you just let the gut be gut? Or do you find yourself compensating in your playing to sound more like the steel?

[@murattaner7384]

Hey.... 'the other performance ' was colder because steel is colder than gut . :)))))

[@abrogard142]

yep. I think in the beginning they try to play together... but it's not until they get the confidence that they are together that they feel they can 'play apart' and that's when they really 'play together' - giving us a piece of music like two dancers rather than two soldiers in step.

[@mwwilkin]

I enjoy the steinway and steel strings cello. It has a strong rich sound especially the cello I like best. A little bias for being a cellist myself. Amazing performance!!! Hope I get to see you perform someday!

[@lol-ho5qd]

how can you say that hahahah the 1st part especially was much better with the Bluthner and gut strings, i mean maybe, i just like it better idk just my opinion, but even though you're a cellist, you liked the one with the steel strings more. hm :/

[@helgar791]

Jan Vogler played beautifully on the gut strings, but on the steel strings he was sublime. He brought out the inner beauty of the movement without being maudlin or flashy. You had a wonderful touch throughout the piece and a great feel for the colors the piano lends to the this sonata. The Bluthner and gut strings was predictably warmer than the Steinway and steel. The period feel was more intimate and inviting. The modern strings and piano had a nice bell like tone and dynamism that I loved. Both sounded wonderful. Bravo to both of you.

[@BolivarZoar]

It’s amazing how, even through screen, I can still feel Rachmaninoff's heavy romantic voice that makes your heart sink to the bottom of your chest. It’s absolutely incredible that you continue to spread this music in which is so meaningful in our lives and allows us to see a different side to emotions. Emotions that words can’t merely explain; only music.

[@ajadrew]

I loved both sounds...& when Jan came in at the beginning my spine tingled bringing tears to my eyes Tiffany. Thank you for your continual inspiration..;-))

[@shiorit4292]

Bluthner and gut strings... sounds so moving. And totally agree that it helps us imagine how the music was concieved those time. So moving...!

[@shiorit4292]

Of course the modern collaboration sounds good too! Very profound video!!! Thank you so much desu.

[@TheWFamilyMusic]

hard to decide, which setup sounds better, since the rooms are different and clearly influencing the sound a lot. but i almost would go with the "old" setup. The Blüthner has an incerdible warm sound as well as the cello has. Anyway a joy to listen to you both, no matter what. it makes me sad, i did not make it to Dresden...

[@Presalagor]

This is such a treat and a great vlog. Jan Vogler was magnificent in his explanations and playing.

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

Indeed, he was!

[@timotot123]

@@video1248Maybe when you reach your 1000 subscribers she'll consider your request 😂😂😂. That is a very demanding repertoire there you've listed

[@PeterAJones]

I thought that the transitions in the video between the two setups were seamless, giving the perfect comparison. Normally intonation would be a challenge - different instruments, different locales, temperature, humidity etc.. but it seemed flawless to my ear. My applause to such an editing achievement;

[@TengoPreguntas]

Hi Tiffany, definitevely 1970 B.. piano with gut strings sounded much better.

[@just_peachy7344]

Oh my gosh I’m so happy for you this was such a good opportunity for you !!

[@peterterwilliger8190]

I hope that you don't mind my asking a question. Do you compose ? And, If, the answer is no, Why not. Thank you.

[@alialloush3579]

HOW BEAUTIFUL!!! this is so extraordinary co-operation between a talented pianist and an open minded expert... thank you

[@ArakakiCC]

Both performances were beautiful in their own way ❤️. The sound of the cello with gut strings was so unique! I love the sweetness of the Bluthner as well. You are amazing, love your vlogs!

[@zavierfabijan4055]

I really enjoyed the Bluthner version, I think you were right with your description it speaks to your soul more. It sounds more emotive than modern instruments in my opinion. The Steinway sounded crisp and clear and very coherent but the almost smoothness of the Bluthner is much more beautiful.

[@rjlee818]

We use to play tennis with gut strings. Had a great tactile feel.

[@ericafey8958]

Hahaha I guess that's one way to know

[@crshuby]

I played tennis in the old days with a wood racquet. I loved the feel of that wood racquet. When I switched to an aluminum frame racquet it took me a long time to get used to the feel. I had to switch though to get more power on my strokes because I couldn't complete with the wood racquet anymore.

[@tchaikoffkey]

Funnily enough, a brand of double bass strings started out as tennis strings for that reason lol (Corelli solos)

[@michaelgamble296]

Yes!! And I used to know Fred Perry - who restrung them!! Those were the days!!

[@idkman2633]

Omg the sound in the church cellar. Could you upload the full recording of it?

[@basspig]

Have ever worked with Allison Eldredge? She is a cellist that I've worked with as a recording engineer many times.

[@ayo4637]

Gut strings and vibrato? Sacrilegious. I'm joking

[@vikram785]

Personally, I think the Steinway was better but gut strings on Stradivarius better than steel strings. But both were amazing performances! Lovely piece too!!! :) And I must say - that transition between the two locations was perfect! Well done! :)

[@imqqmi]

Loved your performance. Cello is one of my favourite instruments to listen to and hearing you perform with one just made my day. There's something different about you, your eyes sparked when you talked in the video 😊 Seems it brought your music to a new level! Keep up the great work!

[@fragavillanuevajorgearthur9057]

As always amazing work Tiffany. You continue to be an inspiration for young generation of pianists. Curious to know why your reaction at the end of your public performance. Kind of “meh” (ru paul meh memes here)

[@Hans-gb4mv]

I assume she wasn't expecting so many people to be there.

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

Thank you! The end was a mutual reaction of "I think this take is good enough" :)

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

That's also true - didn't expect people to be there.

[@potterma63]

Not really a fair comparison since the spaces are so different, but the Steinway/steel strings are much sharper and harsh. Guess I was born a century too late.

[@goognamgoognw6637]

Yes, you're not alone thinking that. I think it's due to the tremendous tension in the steel strings (several tons) requiring the cast metal frame to be so thick and massive that it eliminate vibrations transfer by contact to the wood casing and the soundboard. The soundboard only resonates through the air in modern piano. Whereas in historical pianos of famous composers time, the tension on the strings is less, the metallic frame lighter still passes strings vibration by contact to the wood frame and soundboard adding an important wood contribution to the sound, also less harshness in the attack from the lower string tension. This certainly would have given these piano more character and soul but also they would be more subject to variations with the weather.

[@dead-prophet]

Your video editing skills are immaculate, I applaud you. And to answer your question, the Blüthner piano and gut strings cello were my favorite pairing. There is something unique and beautiful about the light and fluid sound of the Blüthner 1910 and the textured sound of the gut strings. Thank you for sharing this with your YT community.

[@rachelpeham4800]

I love Blüthner Pianos. Maybe my Fav

[@modernmozart813]

You and him could make many concerts,so so so lovely!

[@rachelpeham4800]

Beautiful cutting of the Rachmaninov piece ❤💕💘💯

[@eytonshalom]

i like the sound of the cello more on the first version, as well the piano....actually i like that piano a lot compared to steinway.///that piano has a wonderful bell like tone, its so refreshing and alive....and for sure the gut cello is warmer, the who piece is much more relaxed sounding the first time...7:45 just makes me want to cry or look out the window at the rain and mourn what's gone......i am a fan of periodish instruments. but it all sounds warmer to me and more relaxed first time around....

[@dt6653]

The first time I saw you on KZbin was when you played Beethoven's Moonlight sonata and I was hooked. Thank you that performance and all the others that you have played.

[@rhamzaful]

Gut string and bluthner sound so warm while the other pair sounds bright. Love them both still! :)

[@timothymcneil577]

I'll just say I'm a sucker for authenticity, and so gut strings always make me happy. So warm 😊

[@isabellundstedt1430]

The gut strings have a very defined difference compared to steel strings and I honestly find them less squeaky and more harmonious and rich in sound where’s the steel strings are made for power and noise over a loud orchestra or piano 😁

[@kisu7492]

Always when she says "musikfestspiele" I understand musikverspieler what means something like a mistake in music 😂😂😂😂

[@clamayaceo]

This was a phenomenal vlog! Enjoyed the Rachmaninoff cello sonata you performed with Jan Vogler. Beautiful. Loved the comparison between the performances on the Blüthner and gut strings on the cello and the Steinway and steel strings on the cello. Loved the history discussed by Jan Vogler on the piano and the cello, as well as the concept of the specific pairing of these instruments. A well-deserved congratulations on your upcoming concert in Moritzburg and this new announcement of your November concert in Bologna, Italy with Jan Vogler again!

[@claudioparrella183]

non sono nato ieri

[@PeterHontaru]

I really appreciate how much work you put into editing, particularly with videos like this one where you record across longer periods of time :)

[@van-fu2ff]

Wow! 805 likes and 1 dislike :) you're just making everyone happy tiffany

[@stephenpercy54]

I enjoyed both performances. At a small concert hall I would prefer to listen to the Bluthner and gut strings but my ageing ears would benefit from the modern instruments at any larger venue. Thanks for posting. Stephen

[@leguezennecx]

I Love the blutner. Golden fingers delivering tears to our soul. Rachmaninov unbelievably so powerfull.

[@jjaus]

Not sure if it was the acoustics but Steinway and steel sounded much warmer and sweeter.

[@PeaceNinja007]

I actually had the privilege of playing the very same Bluthner piano that was used for the first Iron Man movie 😎

[@alexismandelias]

I closed my eyes to fully enjoy this beautiful performance. I opened them to find myself in a church

[@winwinnie4905]

i had the same experience! amazing

[@shuanggeng4833]

a satisfaction watching your vLog after a day coming home

[@FolkJazzChannel]

Girl, that piece without a page-turner, ufff... And bravo , these are fantastic performances!

[@basspig]

Speaking of old Steinway pianos, the best sounding one I've ever heard is it the Pequot Library in a small town near Fairfield in Connecticut. It's an 1896 vintage and has the quintessential Steinway sound.

[@gabebabe1]

Lovely playing Tiffany. Difficult with that meandering piece.

[@tapetedepadaria]

I wish the instruments were played at the same place, the sounds seemed different.. Anyway, lovely, both of them

[@folkeholmberg3519]

I liked that Blüthner piano and also that cello with organic strings. ❤️❤️

[@PaulBerson]

Breathtaking And Beautiful 🎶💕🎶💕🥇🏄🥂🎼🎹💗🎊

[@jkennis9]

Meister Vogler certainly demonstrates very fine choice in collaborators!

[@James_Bowie]

Absolutely beautiful! And you are a superb accompanist.

[@zeromizuki5543]

This German accent 😂😂 as a German myself it sounds so funny to me 😂

[@edvinportuly1398]

Through interprit:we,an,, mehanikalterapiy"(with

[@maua2848]

Pretty late but the “comparison” begins at 6:49 (for people who are listening multiple times and a bit for myself because I adore this preformance :D)

[@tombufford136]

Whilst discussing pianos in a Cambridge music shop, it was explained to me about the particular sounds of different piano manufacturers emulated on Modern Electric instruments. German Cities rather than manufacturer names were used to group the distinctive sounds produced. A Hamburg being differentiated from a Berlin. Particularly North Germany was mentioned. I think you should have both available when appropriate. Wonderful sounds you and Jan Vogler. I personally find the Violin and Cello sometimes too hard or sharp in sound.

[@vivatmusica]

Absolutely stunningly beautiful performance. Loved the intimacy and warmth of the gut strings/Blutner particuarly, but Jan and Tiffany play this wonderful piece so well, it doesn't really matter which setting!

[@christofbucherer6948]

The Blüthner piano and the gut strings were much better. I tuned many Blüthner pianos and visited Blüthner in 1992.

[@51Dss]

my ears were much more happy with the Steinway and the Steel Stringed cello.

[@oleksandr_melanych]

Both sound great. I personally prefer Steinway + modern cello. Old instruments are warmer. Steinway feels like a sharp sword or Formula 1 car. Much more precise and enjoyable. However the rooms, you played in, are different. Can influence as well, maybe.. Fantastic playing in both cases. And thank you so much for what you are doing! Greetings from Ukraine.

[@euan1717]

Can you give any advice to someone who wants to teach themself piano, like what do i want to learn first?

[@charliechang7186]

Very interesting Vlog. Beautiful music....love the switching of scenes, felt as watching a movie...Brilliant, thanks，Tiffany.

[@jakiejan3017]

Can't wait to see you here in Italy Tiffany! I'm so happy for you to come! Thank you ❤️

[@topturretgunner]

I am quite enamored with the warmth and richness of the Bluthner and the Aloquat tuning. The combination of the Bluthner and the gut stringed cello was very nice and fell pleasantly on the ear. Love ya Tiffany. All the best. God bless and watch over you.

[@FlowtnWitWalden]

Mr. Vogler said that the Blüthner was a quieter piano and that it would better match the lower volume of the gut strings. To my ears the cello sounded slightly overshadowed in this combination; Whereas the instruments seemed more well balanced with the steel strings and Steinway combination. I'm curious about the constants and variables (microphones, placement, recording equipment). Certainly the natural acoustics of each room introduce one variable.

[@GerardoJimenezGuitarrista]

I prefered the first one, it is very warm, intimate, beauty beyond understanding. For this particular piece. Thank you for your blogs. Greetings from Costa Rica 🇨🇷 🎵🎶

[@StevenCalwas]

Great comparison, very enlightening. But I wonder ... if Rachmaninoff could have brought only ONE thing to America, would he have chosen his wife or his Bluthner?

[@Garrett_Rowland]

Blüthner for sure, but I tend to prefer smaller, more intimate performances in general, as opposed to formal occasions and big halls.

[@Dariansweb]

I would literally crack a ruler on someone's fingers if I saw them press Dislike. Then, pop them on their head and ask if they are stupid. 🥴

[@vallanddess]

This is just beautiful, despite the challenging acoustics. Nice Tiffany and Jan. Also, I think I preferred the Steinway.