Jules Massenet - Meditation from Thais for Violin and Piano

Violin - Rusanda Panfili
Piano - Donka Angatscheva
Recorded live in Bank Austria Salon, Vienna
17.03.2016
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[@ellenmunger6447]

This beautiful piece was often played by my father who was a violin player, He played this at all three of our( daughters) weddings. I surprised my dad and played it for mom and dads 50th wedding anniversary on my flute. Now that dad is gone, when I do play it or just hear others playing it, I cry alot. It is sooo beautiful!

[@DGStudio]

And now, me :)

[@manlungl]

Such beautiful legacy.

[@bigdaddyjoe26]

I agree like if u agree

[@beebo5256]

So inspiring to hear this from a fellow musician ❤️I'm a 13 year old violinist playing this, you passion is beautiful

[@BambangHariyanto]

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[@hanrolavh4546]

When I was a boy in a small Asian country, at age 10 years, this piece of music was featured at the end of a radio drama series. I did not know the name of this piece. But I liked it so much I would listen until the very end every night. Now, at age 65, I finally know the name of the composition. Brings back lots of nostalgic moments.

[@lbminh]

That's amazing!!!

[@MrDaiseymay]

I am now 81, and I too have many such musical memories, of listening to the BBC radio in the 1950's onwards, when such music had it's own slot on certain stations, and a huge following.

[@EricLeePiano]

one of the most satisfying moments in life is finally finding the name of a favorite piece of music :)

[@PBAncello-yl3kf]

Beautiful. Thank you so much for sharing.

[@songfamily5809]

I’ve got almost the same experience. I first heard this music in the middle of a radio drama when I was a teenager in Shanghai and I never forget it. Today I finally know the name of it and I’m 54 now.

[@donnadobkin7705]

This was performed at my brother's funeral last week by two fellow musicians. He too was a violinist and this piece was such an emotional tribute to the beauty of his life and his music. This performance is exquisite.

[@TheBlessingofMusic]

You had great brother.

[@skytrexz3714]

rip

[@stacyd511]

I'm sorry for your loss.

[@violinrandomness3593]

That’s very sad.

[@captebbtide]

This music is just perfect for both funerals and weddings - I've seen them. May this piece always give you good memories and deep comfort when you remember your brother and all those who have "gone before",

[@PoisonIvyLeague]

Absolutely beautiful. I watched with my daughters (1.5 year old and 3.5 year old) and they were in awe. My older daughter asked, “why are her eyes closed?” And I explained it’s because she is playing with her heart and soul. A very touching moment with my girls and this music. What life is all about.

[@RusandaPanfili]

PoisonIvyLeague that’s beautiful!

[@alejandrogutierrez6923]

Yeah seriously that's incredible. Thanks for sharing that very personal experience. Maybe your daughters will fall in love with making music!

[@helenjones7556]

Having only recently arrived from Heaven, little children, like yours, easily tune into, and respond to beautiful music like this

[@hanrolavh4546]

Like your daughter, I always wondered about the sorrowful expression on the violinist's face. I am not familiar with the story behind the opera. I hope someone can enlighten me. Thank you.

[@999a0s]

@@hanrolavh4546 the thing about playing classical music is that however much you feel it as a listener, you feel it approximately 1000-fold when playing. you can't help but be completely immersed in the music, and feel the harmony and phrasing in your entire being. harmony literally modulates human emotions, so when you have complete focus / immersion in it, it's intense. you're along for the ride. when it comes to this piece in particular, the story behind it is pretty sorrowful itself. "The story follows the life of the famed Alexandrian courtesan Thaïs and the monk Athanaël who has come to convince her to renounce her sinful life. She is driven into hysterics by the monk's words, seeing emptiness in her life and the approach of old age, until she collapses. The famous Meditation that follows her collapse musically depicts her conversion to a life of piety. The opera ends tragically, as Athanaël, having successfully converted her and returned to his monastery, is tormented by what he realizes is love for the former courtesan. He returns to Alexandria to find her dead and confesses his love and physical desire for her to the unhearing ears of her corpse."

[@bonattievidence]

HOW COULD WE SURVIVE WITHOUT THIS KIND OF MUSIC !!!

[@pauloyih1]

João Antonio Bonatti como!

[@user-py1jg6bb2r]

crime and suicide rate may go down to 0.01% if all ears open and hear this... and i am conservative in estimate...

[@pianofever8586]

I agree. One can but exist without this calibre of music. Finesse!

[@guzmansoriano6082]

We can't. ❤️

[@loudspeakers3469]

We can't...

[@judyklein649]

no words to describe....i lost my husband of 45 years in the summer and when i listen, it reminds me of all the years we spent together. Delightful.

[@julielach2126]

I hope it brings you comfort listening to such a beautiful piece of music.

[@robauerbach7709]

How beauitful that the music now embodies him in your heart. I'm happy for you. You might listen to Debussy "Prelude to the afternoon of the fawn". I get a similar feeling from that piece. I become Immerse in it's gentle journey.

[@Luna-uc1mc]

R.I.P hope your doing better

[@judyklein649]

@@Luna-uc1mc thank you so much

[@Luna-uc1mc]

@@judyklein649 no problem

[@trisarahtops6167]

This is the last piece my teacher of 10 years gave me the sheet to before she stopped teaching. I’m gonna learn this and play it every chance I get until I graduate high school next year.

[@idonotlikenonfungibletoken6053]

You’re gonna do great. It’s a beautiful piece, I know you’ll make your teacher proud :)

[@SusanWaldrop]

If you cannot feel the passion, the heart, the spirit within and the love these two beautiful ladies give their best to this timeless beauty of a piece, then open your heart for this is class.

[@margaretkenny6147]

Susan Waldrop wonderfully said!

[@MrDaiseymay]

surely, they are to be pitied

[@laura-ann.0726]

How could 775 people have "disliked" this? Itzak Perlman's performance of this piece, with a symphony orchestra behind him, is not less perfect or less beautiful than this duet. I have listened to the Meditation from Thais at least a couple of hundred times, and this performance still has me crying; it is almost too beautiful, too emotional, for me to bear.

[@robauerbach7709]

It's sometimes hard to understand how classical music evokes something in some people to not allow it in or just cross it off. Those poor folks are missing one of the greatest joys of life in classical music. I would suggest to any man to invite a lady (who has not discovered classical music) to a romantic indoor concert. It might just win her heart. Many of my wifes and my younger dates included beautiful classical music and other nights we'd dance to intense techno music for hours and hours... Diversity makes life fun....

[@patricias5122]

pay no attention, those are just bots.

[@zuzannawisniewska8339]

I agree.

[@robertjerman9510]

I suspect that they are prudes and disapprove of the outfits of the performers... the music and the performances are superb, but i have often heard people make snarky remarks about performers of serious music dressing in revealing outfits... why that is an issue is beyond me...

[@hanrolavh4546]

I always wondered about the melancholic look on the violin player's face. After listening to the piece dozens of times. I understand.

[@prescillazuniga8508]

My 19 year old Grandson played on his violin as a surprise number on my 70 th Birthday In May 2019. I never heard him play this seriously but I knew he was a member of his high school orchestra in Stuttgart, Germany. When the first few notes wafted in the air , silence fell. . The calmness and sweetness of the music caught everybody in awe. I didn’t want to spoil my make up , but I did. Tears were rolling down my cheeks. I brought me back when he was in middle school and told me me that wanted to join the school orchestra in Virginia Beach, .. His instrument of choice, VIOLIN. . I flew in from LAX. to personally deliver his first Yamaha violin. Thank you, O’shaun for making my birthday a memorable one.

[@theresegasser889]

Meditation for Thais has one of the most beautiful solos ever written in history. Jules, You've created something so unique, yet so magestic and wonderful.

[@mariorotberg6022]

concerto de Brahms joanness brahms

[@xeniasoikes8889]

Es una pieza maravillosa exquisita variedad y sublime.

[@upanokk6776]

Are Thais the people in Thailand?

[@lifeontheledgerlines8394]

@@upanokk6776 No, Thais is an opera by Jules Massenet about a bunch of monks who... uh, I can't remember. I think they were on some kind of rescue mission?

[@tarotcomt2246]

Therese Gasser, my mom use to say that’s she was very sick when age was pragnat, and this Music use to make her feel better. Than she choose my name: Thaïs.

[@Mika-tp8jj]

If I sounded this good I'd probably play crying

[@lle333]

Mika hopefully u don’t stop playing tho lol

[@ronnie6828]

Me too but I am not

[@elbertwan4038]

Mika 😂 lol

[@imurbiggestflex8909]

Yup same

[@paintingpisces8163]

almost every time i play this piece i shed tears. it’s so powerful and emotional

[@nobbleboots]

Some being critical of the ladies dresses. I am human and a mere man 83 years old so being able to swim in their beauty while their music caressed my ears and soul was unbelievable joy

[@RusandaPanfili]

Colin Arundel i appreciate your comment very much, thank you!

[@vrncvrgz]

+Rusanda Panfili cada que escucho esto, siento que mi corazón late mas rápido, siento eso que se siente cuando vez llegar a alguien de quien estás enamorado. Imagino las horas de ensayo...y aun así tuviste tiempo de tener un vestido hermoso, maquillaje perfecto y peinado perfecto. Te admiro y t agradezco este momento. :)

[@roxanatudose4446]

Colin Arundel because you are YOUNG!

[@brucec2290]

se'x

[@bartmooney2780]

largo from the new world

[@francosavadori7292]

This performance is more than perfect. It's ANOTHER THING. The sound comes before technical perfection. The dialogue between the two musicians comes before notes. It's like a perfect poem, perfectly expressed by two impeccable actors. It's an uninterrupted dialogue, without any kind of hesitation or mistake. Everything is fluid, serene and perfect. This is the magic of art and the beauty of life.

[@barbarawise140]

Absolutely-- a magnificent piece performned by heavenly artists. I listen when I need restoration and when I feel joy. Thank you for your own expression of its magic

[@hazlitt1]

It saddens me that we humans are capable of such love and beauty, can at the same time inflict such suffering and pain of wars on our fellow humans. If it wasn’t for artists like you Rusanda, it would be a world of only sorrow. Thank you for being you.

[@fowono2007]

Great point ! Health issues have paradoxically made me come to this realization: we are not cognizant of what we - humans - have, most of the time. Animal life documentaries show the brutality, the brutish-ness of the life of other species. How they have to scrap for food every day/meal. The vast majority of us - humans - don't. Unfortunately, some (too many) are deprived of the basic, by those who are blind to the gifts of Mother Nature aka The Creator, to us humans. The Christians (and certainly others) are on to something when they talk about the particularly great Love of the creator for us. Let me get off my soapbox. Superb piece !!!

[@evascarton3449]

i can‘t get over this. i‘m a violinist myself and my teacher, literally 20 minutes ago, allowed me to play this masterpiece. since then i‘ve been listening to it and can‘t take my ears of it. thank you for uploading. 💙 you‘re amazing! 🌟

[@AM-pz6xu]

Me too, but minus the teacher part!

[@pnojazz]

Bio - Rusanda Panfili was born 1988 in Chisinau, Moldova. She started her violin studies in Bucharest, and the age of 11 she became one of the youngest students at the Conservatory of Music and Arts in Vienna, Austria. She won her first international competition in Italy at the age of 10 and with the wonderful guidance from her teacher, well known Russian violinist, Alexander Arenkow, Rusanda earned other numerous national and international prizes such as “Rodolfo Lipizer” and “Luis Spohr”, as well the “Herbert von Karajan” and “Yamaha” scholarships. In November, 2015, Rusanda finished her “Master of Arts” studies at the University of Music and Arts Vienna.

[@charleexiong1601]

I love how the violin compels the eyes to express one's emotion. Truly powerful. Violin tickles the eyebrows whereas piano tickles the ears. They compliment each other magnificently

[@gingieandskye2543]

I don't have a lot of knowledge about classical music but I love this piece. I heard it many years ago with my Mom and she knew it but couldn't recall the name at that time. After she passed away I always hoped I would hear it again. Now I know what it is and it brings me great comfort and memories of my Mom. This is a beautiful performance. Thank you.

[@rosabellatormis8331]

this brings me back to my childhood days when .my elder brother would play this piece on his violin while my elder sister would accompany him on the piano. it was so magical...enchanting

[@Elizabeth-tj2qj]

I am 12 and I am learning this right now. Listening to this has helped me learn it. Thank you so much. P. S. I do not play this as good as you though. Edit: thank you for all the likes. This is the most likes I've gotten

[@erikpeterson25]

keep practicing ......you will do it !.......P.S. ...i take lessons too ...two years now.....i am 65 .....never too late

[@danaescott6612]

Same exact situation right now also 12

[@anneytong9705]

Elizabeth Domashchenko , don’t worry Elizabeth I started on this for 4 months and now I’m going to Carnegie hall to performe!😄

[@heyitskate7747]

13 same problem.

[@ginareppert4019]

All of you just remember you are doing amazing things and when your instructors tell you to practice, practice! You all might end up in Carnegie Hall someday! The world needs people like you who have a love for your instrument and a love for music like this! Never let your love die!

[@MarkyMark2003]

Amazing, I know my name doesn’t make me seem like I’m a violin player but I am. I have probably listened to this video over 100 times within 3 days. I am doing this solo and have been using your video to help me. I’m no where near this good yet. I’m planning on going to state for the third year in a row. Thank you for your help!

[@samlyon6913]

How’s the solo coming along mate?

[@MarkyMark2003]

The solo was good

[@MarkyMark2003]

I was super close to going to state, I was 3 points off

[@lizard-breathOG]

Congrats on almost making state! I am here to learn this song for fun. I started learning it years ago but haven’t been very adamant about practicing since I graduated HS. I’ve decided to pick it back up and love this song so much!

[@TheJackBlast]

This piece brings tears to my eyes every time I hear it. Your rendition is exquisite. Thank you.

[@Tocsin-Bang]

To my mind this is one of the most beautiful pieces of music ever written. Here it is played superbly, with such sensitivity by two beautiful women.

[@dorisgreen8452]

ABSOLUTELY!❤️🙏

[@geraldarcuri9307]

Phenomenal performance of one of the most hauntingly beautiful pieces of music ever composed.

[@tachyon3.14]

Why do people criticise the clothing??? It makes no. Absolute. Sense. First off, they’re perfectly fine, and look good on them. Secondly, YOU SHOULD BE HERE FOR THE MUSIC. THE CLOTHES ARE ADDED BONUSES.

[@DieFlabbergast]

That's the point. There is no need for added bonuses of any sort. Massenet's music speaks for itself. Indeed, if I were Massenet, looking down from Heaven, I would probably be offended. "What? My music isn't good enough? It needs this pseudo-sexual visual promotion?"

[@nadiasarbazi252]

Dieflabbergast chill dude, they’re just wearing what they want to wear

[@whatever3440]

@@DieFlabbergast it's a dress, snowflake. Cry harder.

[@autumnstory7856]

@@DieFlabbergast legs? Are sexual? Why can’t ppl dress nice and play their violins? You try to look nice when you know you’re going to be posted online.

[@SandyL0uise]

The dress is distracting. Period.

[@thaisgregorio2734]

This is so beautiful. I'm named after this music

[@Luna-uc1mc]

That’s so Cool!!!

[@scharnhorstkaisarbeethoven]

Wow that must be great that your parents also love classical music

[@jak.cr1ym]

Dang that’s awesome

[@chosolover69]

wait thats so cool i love ur name

[@brschlie]

What does your name originally mean?

[@kennethlong9383]

We will never get to hear this kind of lovely music ever again. Gone are the good old days.

[@tachyon3.14]

I asked some friends to listen to this piece and they said “oh it’s classical music? Must be boring then” and I nearly ripped their throats out How dare they???

[@zoe.c806]

'Ripped their throats out'. 😂

[@sahanaav_]

Twosetter?

[@tachyon3.14]

Simply Sahana yeh lol

[@DigitalLazarus]

Forgive them all for they know not what they do.

[@ronnie6828]

Forgive your friends they probably don’t know how to enjoy this song

[@thaisgranda9213]

This is really moving, I'm on tears and plus the fact that my name is actually Thais makes it fells like this is more personal, but returning to the point. This performance is perfect

[@kevinshulhan2221]

Rusanda. My favorite part of this video is of your face. FEELING the love and the PAIN that is expressed in this piece of music. That I FEEL when ever I hear it performed as beautifully as you did, here.

[@jubielhalasz295]

The beauty, the sublime beauty. The sound is one that might rouse the darkest hearts, and if all else fails, represent some sliver of hope for this world.

[@faereii]

woah, so this is the song that I used to listen to as a child when I was taking naps. I still remember the CD had a yellow flower on it and it would go in my pink cd player and i'd always skip to this song... its magical.

[@waiyulee7825]

This piece brings back my memories, sorrows, and makes me cry .............

[@markbshaw1]

I love this piece of music. It reminds me of my first violin teacher Mrs Andrews in 1972. She played this. She was a good teacher and great player. This is beautifully played here.

[@markokada7311]

This is one of my favorite pieces that was performed so flawlessly & exquisitely that it made a favorable positive impact on my mind. So touched that I am nearly in tears. W/ no demur in the least, she is the virtuoso of all other world renowned virtuosi in my book. Lastly, our great privilege to be able to enjoy & appreciate this masterpiece performance at anytime we wish to do so for free on KZbin. My heartfelt gratitude.,,,,,(12/04/23)

[@zhangguiyu]

Panfili's Vibrato is silky, gradual, smooth

[@GATAWv]

Zhang Guiyu sorry what?

[@hannahmorgan7213]

I agree, some people are too choppy with it but she does very well

[@airbornemusician2999]

@@GATAWv Vibrato is that shaking of her hand on the string, which enriches the tone quality of each note.

[@kishanbhatia5241]

yep. wish mine could be like that :(

[@sjordan7085]

Beautifully performed, thank you. You reminded me of my daughter's violin teacher, Kathleen Ash Barraclough. When she played this piece it brought tears to my eyes. Though she is now in 'another world' her legacy lives on in my daughter and other students. The music dies, but the melody never dies. You touched my soul!

[@reginnna]

1:01 Oh my goodness, shivers down my back every time. I try to emulate this part of the performance as I try to learn it myself. And right from the get-go your face looks so in the mood, so passionate, I found myself immediately entranced. Amazing performance, thank you!! ❤

[@michaelparkinsonnotsir]

A superb performance of a beautiful piece of music, congratulations to Rusanda and Donka.I loved listening and watching. Michael Parkinson

[@petetotaro9510]

Most Beautiful of all that ever played the violin to Meditation! Her artistic mastery is unbelievable!

[@anatoliexadaktilou1408]

Pete Totaro Check Janine Jansen playing this and you'll change your mind..!

[@petetotaro9510]

ANATOLI EXADAKTILOU - Thanks Anatoli!

[@coehelen]

Anne-Sophie Mutter is far better.

[@primeape5009]

This was played at my grandads funeral yesterday, hadn't heard it in so long. Such a beautiful piece of music. I will always remember this song. I will always remember my Grandad. I'll see you again one day xx

[@Derwentcub]

I could despair that anyone could possibly dislike this... The world is indeed a sadder place.

[@jean-pierrecaron4126]

C'est toute l'âme de la France, parfois profonde, parfois intense, parfois délicate, qui est révélée dans la splendeur de cette superbe pièce de Jules Massenet !

[@panoramicviolinist]

C'est trop beau

[@lindajack7969]

I just found this piece watching G & G ice skate to it! Brought tears to my eyes. Just lovely 🥰

[@Pulsonar]

I first heard Meditation from the Opera Thaïs as a kid in the early ‘70s and still cannot get to the end of this masterpiece without stopping to pull myself together, the emotion it generates is simply unworldly.

[@jamieb7342]

One of my favorite pieces. I played this on my high school piano recital. I still play it 34 years later!

[@wildiris229]

Your rendition truly was the one that felt soulful, heartfelt, but gentle enough not to frighten an anxious patient into a panic attack.

[@kathleennavas4125]

I have to perform this tomorrow and she is totally my inspiration

[@hazlitt1]

I hope your recital went well sweetie. Good luck.

[@grchouinard]

I'm not sure how I stumbled upon as I say "one of the most beautiful pieces of music ever composed". I never tire of it and have listened to it hundreds of times. It is always a great joy to introduce others to it. It is one that will be played at my wedding and also my funeral.

[@serenityflies1462]

Angels are playing! I remember training in ICU, in a major city hospital, when we received the news that one of our lecturers at Uni, had committed suicide. He was in charge of the Accident and Emergency room, at the hospital I was training in, and he took his own life there. His staff found him hours later, in a toilet no one used. His lectures were funny and entertaining, so one would remember them more easily. He never gave any indication he was depressed, not unusual. His name was Michael, I was studying at home at the time, when I got the phone call about Michaels demise. As it happened, this was playing, meditation de Thai. I always tear up when I hear it. Holy Father, I pray Michaels soul is at rest with you in Heaven, please forgive his sins, and protect him under your almighty wings. I pray his son and family are doing well, and are happy and blessed. Through Christ Our Lord, Amen RIP Michael, it was a long time ago, but you are remembered with love!! 💕💖

[@ROCKINGMAN]

This is now playing on Classic Radio. I heard it again on CR in about '97 and I said to my then great friend what is that sad beautiful piece. He stopped and listened and said 'yes... isn't that beautiful, it's Massenet Thais. I went and bought the album. It always reminds me of my great friend Michael. God bless him. The piece sends me to that far away place that music does when it hits the emotions and this does, beautifully played.

[@CLAvery-mn7kj]

So beautiful! I am the author of the novel "Mary Full of Grace" and I mentioned this particular song in the story. It is the secret song that cements the spiritual connection between the protagonist, Mary Celeste, and her secret lover, Rupert. Your rendition is the most beautiful I could find!

[@Supermnlee]

wow! that’s so cool!

[@megajinzo]

@@Supermnlee It's still among my favorite!

[@ottohadinata1978]

Rusanda, thank you for bringing me to heaven with your most sensitive, touching, transcendent performances. Thank you so much ❤❤❤

[@Crystal-xd4rx]

To Liz and her beautiful family and niece. May your tears turn into diamonds. Bless.

[@TheVangie123]

You are an elegant lady playing this beautiful piece. You touch everybody’s heart. Thank you.

[@Leelz247]

My favorite violin piece of all time.

[@panoramicviolinist]

Mine too!

[@christinekitchens5472]

This rendition is absolutely beautiful. Many excellent violinists and cellists play this with emotion and finesse. I have listened to many artists and I cry evertime. This music is what LOVE sounds like.

[@sarahenany]

I was just listening to this piece at first and I honest to God thought there were violins and an orchestra behind the soloist for the first few seconds. I have never heard an accompaniment sound so much like an actual orchestra. The piano is _phenomenal!_

[@kaylaharbord45]

EXACTLY!! i’m playing the piece rn and it’s so hard to emulate this beautiful part, let alone the piece, and make it sound so emotional yet in tune haha

[@jaschenski]

Pity this was not posted when I helped my (now) wife prepare this to play at her son's wedding in 2015, and we listened to every other offering out there, as it is truly exceptional. Of course, it's a piece where if you're a famous player, you have to do something just a bit different and unique with it (I would imagine ...); this certainly achieves this as it is not only so beautifully played, but comes across as so spontaneous, heartfelt and sincere, without any 'ego' or showmanship - I am sure Thais has really got something sorted out in his life, after listening to it! And I have never heard anyone do a slide like up the the last note before!! :-)

[@bluejeans9309]

she was almost gonna cry, she is so passionate with the music she doing,i appreciate it,congratulations

[@terrywu509]

This is the best version I have ever listened among many players. From the whole picture to every detailed note, Perfect!🌹🌹🌹

[@greendayfan782]

I am learning this at the moment - I am 11 and this has really inspired me. I do not understand the fuss about the dress as this made me feel like I was in heaven!

[@WitchyLou]

Yes! Described perfectly 👌🏼 - @greendayfan782 you will go on to be extraordinary ✨️ I can tell ❤

[@carmelwhite7367]

Sublime. The beauty of this piece played by two wonderful musicians takes me to the heart of my being.

[@dashing4u1]

Simply wonderful. Such expression and tenderness in the play!

[@mariapaulatropea2913]

I've been looking for this piece of music for ages. Finally, I could find it and that makes me feel so lucky! Now I can't stop listening to it. It's such a stunning and powerful melody

[@cultivandoflores3990]

Que lindo! Da ópera Thaís de Massenet. Ah qto esta música foi tocada nos inúmeros encontros espirituais que participei, que trabalhei! Eu choro de saudade!

[@lizemertobin3269]

💗💗💗💗 my soul aches when I hear this, I turn inward and tears fall ....I don't know how else to describe how I feel when I hear this....

[@IoanNicut]

My favorite violin 🎻 and piano 🎹 version. Congratulations Rusanda. I can hear your heart playing...

[@jackmcgregor1983]

The sheer beauty of this…….no words can do justice to what this sound brings into the world. 🥹

[@MICKEYISLOWD]

This is the best version I ever listened to. Such a wonderful and beautiful sound especially on the G string. Just stunning:)

[@paullittle5200]

And the acoustics of the room compliment the music too.

[@LucienMarine]

Not at all, stupid ! The piece is written for solo violin and orchestra in D major. *Lucien*

[@PaulWhitcomb-ty6md]

This performance and piece prove that you do not need a lot of bells and whistles when you play it like you mean it. It is called soul.

[@Bella-gy2yl]

This touched me somewhere deep in my soul. I feel so blessed to have found this piece and this beautiful recording

[@sso1834]

What a performance! I can't help looping it over and over. Rusanda and Donka are simply amazing.

[@barryhambly7711]

Very lovely playing!! This is the most beautiful piece of music ever composed I know there are a number of lovely compositions but nothing so emotional as this with the use of a few simple notes arranged in a way that gives such a heart rending feeling for quite a long piece of music which takes you on a journey to the end with out repeating its self. Thank you Rusanda!! hope you love it as much as I do.

[@monicamartinezlabranque9393]

Bellísima

[@dennisgacad1479]

Very heavenly, so different, like a tune that belongs to another world

[@angelasmith8073]

So very beautiful - both pianist and soloist!

[@buckygeer]

Beautiful.....both the music and the artist. Perfection.

[@hortensiavilla4737]

Thank you for sharing this beautiful experience with us. May your artistry and generosity be acknowleged the world over.

[@justkaz3369]

Words could never truly describe how amazing this is, but "divine" would be a start. Thank you for sharing!

[@ettagraham5273]

heavenly One of my favourite pieces ever So relaxing and beautiful

[@swanofusk9314]

Written as an intermezzo to be played during a scene change this is the the most perfect example of French romantic music. Imagine watching the Opera Thais with all its passion and pathos and larger than life characters and suddenly set in the middle of it comes this beautiful 6 minute instrumental. When I think of Thais the courtesan of Alexander the Great this music seems to describe her.

[@ronaldmiller5451]

Lovely performance of a beautiful piece of music and one of my favourite compositions. Wonderfully sympathetic piano accompaniment from Donka. Never mind the ill informed comments about the dresses (which are gorgeous by the way). You dress however the hell you like. When you're that accomplished a musician it's your privilege. Thank you ladies and well done.

[@orchidemmy6185]

Yuko Kavaguti and Alexander Smirnov brought me here. This Russian pair figure skater team skated to this music beautifully especially in Skate America 2014 where they won gold medal. Just beautiful and elegant ❤️

[@avavictoriasongbird]

People who talk about the DRESS are listening with their eyes and looking at all the wrong things. No big surprise. Optics is the name of the game for the shallow. This violinist plays like a powerful angel. It's stunning just listening and not watching. BRAVA Rusanda!!!

[@patriciabarry6027]

My very talented Uncle Richard played this piece many years ago in India when we were kids, but only later realised its full beauty...Yes it brings tears as memories flood back.........

[@alisonsalmon6152]

Utterly stunning. This piece is played from the heart, just amazing xx

[@ilikechopin8112]

Your vibrato brings each sound to life, makes all notes have their stories just by themselves! ... Music within music...

[@Geodesista]

I always wonder how these musical geniuses were able to craft such masterpieces when considering the era in which they lived? Was it because there were less distractions? Jules, thanks for this beautiful masterpiece...!

[@thaisboyd]

I am so very pleased my mother named me after this opera. This fact has truly shaped the person who l became today.

[@shristithapa9229]

Will be practicing this piece from today. Im gonna cry if Im gonna play like her someday.This is so soulful.❤️🌸

[@williamcaloia119]

This was my Mother-in-law's favourite piece to play. in the mid 1930', she was Concertmistress for the New York womens; Symphony Orchestra

[@solomonfaber8026]

OMG! I am touched by the elegance and sweet beauty of her playing. Thank you for warming my heart!

[@lindabredow8804]

Absolutely beautiful. She plays with such passion.

[@LumanFerrell]

I have purchased every recording of this song that I have been able to find. I think by far this is the finest performance of the piece that I have ever heard. I loved her use of vibrato which puts such intense emotion and color into this beautiful piece. I could sit here and listen to it over and over again.

[@shin-i-chikozima]

My ears are discerning , so I know how wonderful Rusanda's performance is From Tokyo of the Land of the Rising Sun 🇯🇵

[@Midnightsadv1bez]

I don't often say this about classical music, but this brings a tear to my eye-

[@anhthai4183]

The recital room is very beautiful.

[@ericpaulharrison5558]

My Heart was thrilled by every poignant note...the music itself mirrors the desponent agony the woman is suffering...very touching. ThankYou!

[@lydiazeevaart2301]

Absolutely the most loveliest performance and interpretation! Thanks so much both of you ....enjoyed it enormously