Tiffany Poon - Chopin Prelude No.15 "Raindrop"

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

If you have questions about this recording, please comment here and if I get enough interest, I'll answer them in the coming bloopers video 🙂

[@rachellllhines]

do you think about anything specific when feeling the emotion so well in your playing? you are very expressive and your music brings tears to my eyes!!

[@Chris-s4f5w]

What would you say is the most difficult thing about learning to perform this piece, and how were you able to overcome the difficulty in your case?

[@polinakrasnopolskaya9859]

Tiffany Poon What do you think about an app called Smule Magic piano where you can basically play any piece with two fingers. Does that count as playing the piano? Then I've played this piece! 😂

[@Smile-fv5py]

Tiffany Poon Can you film a video of you learning a new piece?I really want to know how you start and process things :) Lots of love from Germany

[@kleineblume5685]

I played this peace a few months ago. For me it was very difficult to play the octaves and accords with the right hand in the middle. Is this a problem for you, too? And do you have any tips for this problem? My hand has often hurted after doing this.

[@resi45]

I'm a jazz pianist, i do a decent amount of work around my area. I used do alot of "classical playing" and went through all the conservatory through out my years. But now I feel like I've lost my interest in practicing and working on my craft. These performances and your rehearsal videos have shined a light on something that i'm missing. Thank's for sharing all aspects of your Art. I hope that ill see you perform live one day. All the best!

[@ffggddss]

Another outstanding effect of the channel. Have you checked out Aimee Nolte's channel? She's a jazz pianist who does some very interesting discussions and performances on her channel, along with the occasional live session. You might like what she does, idk. Fred

[@oysteinsoreide4323]

I've heard it been played faster. But I like this version better. So delicately performed. Thank you for sharing with us.

[@littlefishbigmountain]

“I’ve heard it played faster” is kinda like trying a food and saying “I’ve tasted saltier”. Things are most enjoyable when they achieve proper balance and are well executed

[@ibuprofen303]

It should move along a tad more, yes.

[@jameseddleman6944]

faster is wrong this is the correct speed. like on spot.

[@jameseddleman6944]

@@ibuprofen303 no no no not at all. the notes that add subtle sounds of sorrow are just dismissed if you rush the piece . The high notes are suppose to hang in the air like a morning sun. All adding up to the despondent deep tone of depression and sadness, but then... that glimmer of light, the reason you keep living, despite the suffering in this world.

[@ibuprofen303]

@@jameseddleman6944 I think maybe with not so much extreme rubato, perhaps. It needs to keep time slightly more, if played slower. Not metronomically, obviously, but this is not Rachmaninov

[@rspjfrost1400]

So few get this prelude right in my opinion .Tiffany Poon does. Some play it like a jolly romp. Others play it far too slow. The story behind it is key: Chopin wrote it whilst on a Spanish island thinking he was dying. (he recovered and returned home). Rain was falling and he was picturing him in his coffin with rain falling on him. So it's supposed to be sombre deep and reflecting on one's life abd mortality . But it has to maintain a rhythm of rain falling. Only 1 other I think has nailed this (deliberate pun) : the player is Madeline somebody (forgot surname). it's played on a Great Courses lecture on best ever piano pieces. Beautifully played Tiffany Poon. Many have talent but few interpret pieces intelligently.

[@candacebeesley8188]

Nailed it. I had to listen to 5 versions and when I heard yours it just felt right. Beautiful :)

[@KeturahMonet]

Same here.

[@tesssaynor3236]

I agree!

[@nouraelzein96]

Same!!!

[@tomarmstrong1281]

Tiffany is way ahead of my limited ability. Her playing inspires me to try harder. Thank you dear girl.

[@jameseddleman6944]

finally someone not rushing the hell out of the piece. THANK YOU took me years to find someone other than Vladimir Horowitz who paced it just right

[@742eses]

😲 me after the first few notes. There is no artist here, it is the sound of time passing through us. Thank you for this beautiful piece.

[@georgiion1684]

I cried while listening to this. Probably the best interpretation of this piece I have heard.

[@kennethprimack6467]

An interpretation, such as yours, that can draw out, with delicacy and passion - not to mention technical skill - every last drop of emotion and poetry from Chopin’s masterwork, is a true catharsis.

[@amanoutetue-miche6591]

So beautifully played! Everything is right : precision, softness, power, rythme and emotion ! I wonder what you were thinking about... Thant you for this heavenly musical interlude in my day !

[@zygmuntlubomirski5345]

Bravo Tiffany. You played it the way it's supposed to be played. Some pianist show off by playing some notes fast. You just nailed it. Thank you for very sweet way of playing it. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@Onisha-rl7hk]

This is JUST so nice, very soothing music indeed. One of Tiffany Poons best ever performances, just so sweet, love it.

[@tomahawky1]

If only Chopin were alive to hear the breath of life you give to this piece.

[@danielkapp391]

Beautiful performance of this Chopin piece.

[@rinardman]

When Tiffany bought her 1906 Steinway last year she did a livestream on Patreon to show it to us. She asked us what we wanted to hear her play. I, of course, said "Raindrop". It sounded just as magnificent as this! 🤗

[@brianwolle2509]

great dynamics... exquisite touch

[@Calidastas]

Best version I’ve heard of this (and since I’ve played it myself and played Halo 3, I’ve heard a lot of versions lol).

[@ashleyhartwell7966]

My fave version of no.15. Thanks T.P. 🖖

[@cherrytime22]

This is an amazing performance by the young pianist Tiffany Poon. So nice, like she and the piano are one soul entwined.

[@JohnRHaws]

I love this piece of Chopin music. This is the best performance of the music - ever. Done with such style, such commitment, such grace. No one is ever going to best Tiffany Poon in this masterpiece. JRH

[@alexpolonsky3726]

This is incredible. Thank you for connecting with Chopin. I really felt he was there in your interpretation.

[@vrendus522]

I'm very partial to this piece. Did you, or have you ever sat in the shelter in the out of doors during; a constant rain, to where it's only you sitting in the shelter as the rain pours down outside? One begins to notice little things you haven't noticed before. Leaves in puddles of water. Insects begin to find a place to hide so they can keep dry. Even the birds sort of quiet down a bit. Then a drop in temperature as the rain still falls cooling the air. I think what Chopin saw within his own need when writing this piece of music, is that still placed within the mind's eye of a person's composure, that must meet with and be entertained by one of the facets of nature. The act of it just plain raining is one of those fields of nature entertaining us. You capture this feeling oh so well in your playing Tiffaney. Thank you so very much.

[@kristianj.8798]

There's little technical difficulty in this Prelude; the interpretative aspect, however, can be quite a challenge. And you absolutely overcame it (assuming there was any difficulty for you in the first place). Thank you so much for sharing these wonderful performances.

[@Bigblackpiano]

Got to disagree on the "little difficulty". Perhaps compared to some of the wildly difficult Chopin this is easier but it's still a grade 9 piece and it's hardly easy!

[@mythun6735]

Under what system is this grade 9? I'm an intermediate level player and just learned it recently.

[@Bigblackpiano]

@@mythun6735 in the Royal conservatory of music, ...it's in my gr. 9. book.

[@lovemetu]

@@mythun6735 No offence but your recording on KZbin is full of mistakes and much more practice and improvement required before you can even begin to say that you can play it ''MODERATELY'' well. Certainly NO comparison to this fine performance by Tiffany Poon. Lets face it, she is in a completely different league to you.

[@mythun6735]

@lovemetu Uh, I never said I was anywhere near as good as Tiffany. I'm well aware it's not perfect, and that recording wasn't meant to be a demonstration of me playing the piece to the best of my ability -- it was my third time playing in front of people in my 2.5 years of playing and I made a lot of mistakes due to pressure and anxiety. I can say I can play the piece fairly well, regardless of that recording. My professor is in agreement. Not sure what made you feel like you needed to comment this, I was just asking what system it was in Grade 9 as. Chill out.

[@jillwang2608]

Especially love the articulation of the ending

[@vasilisneorun1700]

Greaat interpretation of this amazing prelude...goosebumps everytime with the change of the mood

[@garbleduser]

OMFG.... I now have a new favorite recording of this piece! THANK YOU SO MUCH!!! I am now overwhelmed. The meter is beyond perfect!

[@FRumpelstiltskin66]

I definitively love your playing. I think it comes from your beautiful being.

[@lookingouthere]

So sensitively played! Heartbreaking

[@pierrecomte7679]

Merci Tifffany. Ton interprétation Du Prélude No. 15 de Chopin me bouleverse complètement chaque fois que je l'entend. Tu l'interprètes de la même façon que mon épouse qui est décédé depuis déjà 8 ans et cela me fait revivre des moments exaltants. Continues je t'en prie de jouer si divinement bien ton piano. Tu me remplis d'amour et de joie grâce à ta façon dont tu joues cette belle musique de Chopin.

[@joshs6536]

So I started playing piano this year (I'm 40). I looked to your videos a lot for inspiration and this one definitely did that. I practice at least an hour a day (I have a very busy professional life), but I hope to one day do pieces like this justice. This was fantastic.

[@iclwom777]

how‘s your piano journey going?

[@imjustop6259]

Thank you for doing this song justice. I feel like this song is meant to be played slower then most that play it.

[@KrajnikPizmovy]

Tiffany je neuvěřitelný talent! ❤

[@54R_TWO_LONG]

This is absolutely fabulous!!! This version is the best one I had ever heard 🥹 Thank you to share ! Hope some day I can play this song as good as you 🫶🏻

[@JohnRHaws]

I like this Chopin Prelude No. 15 "Raindrops" a lot. Perfect performance. Thanks. JRH

[@namelessfx404]

Simply beautiful. A composition so beautiful and so well interpreted!

[@Miss12June]

I find I’m even breathing with your music. Thanks for sharing!

[@adelpea]

Thank you for playing my favourite piece from Chopin...

[@kaiandchanellesimmons502]

Beautiful rubato whilst maintaining the steady pulse of Ab/G# and lovely change of dynamics with a delicate touch on the keys. Great clarity especially on the key changes to C# minor.

[@kaiandchanellesimmons502]

I am playing this on Tuesday the 24th, but I will never sound as good as this.

[@lovemetu]

Absolutely lovely, so calming, I am going through a lot of stress at the moment and this helps sooth my nerves. Chopin was a Genius and Tiffany plays his magical composition '' Chopin Prelude No.15 "Raindrop" so nicely here. Top job ''Tiff'' you are a great little pianist and ever improving !!

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

Ahhh stress sucks!! Don't be stressed! ❤️

[@lovemetu]

Referring to stress, well easier said than done Tiffany !! I give you advice, try to avoid getting into personal relationships with people who are not right for you, walk away early on if you feel something is not right, you have to be strong and think of yourself, otherwise its a life of stress and unhappiness. Regarding your piano recital here, I think your performance here is one of your very best, quite magical in fact !! Thanks for your message here, I shall treasure it !!

[@Onisha-rl7hk]

#lovemetu Enjoyed both your comments and also that reply of ''Tiffany Poon'' I think this is beautifully played by the young pianist Tiffany and shall keep this video as a favourite.

[@doudabee5089]

lovemetu I also went through a very rough Time some years ago. Having three very young children I had not wanted any medication like pills. Do i had acupuncture sessions and stumbled upon Tiffany Poon while looking for classics on piano. I had then listened to Tiffany Poon every single day and it got me out if that dark place. Two years later, m'y kids wanted to learn thé guitar and piano at school.when i bought a good piano, All three wanted the piano. Disussing once With the piano teacher i got confirmation that classical music had à healing power. Enjoy the wonderous music😊😊😊

[@TiffanyPoonpianist]

Douda Bee Oh wow, thank you so much, I'm very glad my playing is therapeutic!

[@mironalexandra4602]

love your version ♥️

[@walterchin8832]

This 'Rain Drop" prelude reminded me of Southern China where I lived as a kid in a hill village. I can hear the thunder and rain drops. I can also hear the bullfrogs crocking after the down pour in the bass.

[@korporalkarrot]

I may have commented here before but I keep coming back to this. Beautiful playing of an amazing piece.

[@ellislunnon9896]

This piece has poise and dignity which you captured perfectly, thank you

[@Jcorban08]

What a beautiful performance. Thank you so much. Superb communication, drawing us into your world. Bravo! It was especially apropos today as it was raining here in Portland, OR 😊

[@brok3nmind3d62]

How soothing could this song be, the emotions who thy feel, as looking straight into the distinct world but as this is it's a dream. This is beautiful.

[@olakolade6656]

this is an incredibly beautiful prelude!

[@Jantsenpr777]

What an exquisite touch and phrasing! The singing lines are so lovely!

[@juandavid1983]

The best interpretation of this piece I have heard, thank you Tiffany!

[@junglebrov]

Thanks Tiffany. So relaxing. Had my eyes closed the whole time.

[@Goldfinger721]

This piece fits perfectly to the current weather here in germany. :-) Great interpretation and thank you for sharing!

[@fermart4466]

Tiffany voce é fantastica. Essa foi a melhor interpretaçao que ja ouvi, tive a sensaçao de estar flutuando no desconhecido, minha alma parecia estar em outra dimensão, uma leveza invadiu meu ser.Bravissímo Tiffany!!! 👏👏👏👏

[@JB-gc3yi]

Composed at Majorca, with George Sand by his side while he was in recovery from what likely to be Tuberculosis. It rained nonstop, and the pattering of the rain was the inspiration for this composition.

[@eeeward100]

Thanks , Tiffany ! It is so inspiring ,.... both the playing and the Great Artist's Composition , we are glad to be able to attend to it once that comes out !

[@MattH-wg7ou]

Wow. Just...just perfect to my ear. Exactly how I want to hear it. Not rushed.

[@therussiantrollnetwork7464]

ONE of my favorite Chopin pieces . I love the middle part so much 😍 Great job!

[@thereal80s]

this is the best ive heard this played

[@DiegoSan17]

Omg Tiffany... You make me cry with this lovely piece. Thank you so much for make me feel this feeling :')

[@Chris-s4f5w]

Very delicately performed. You were like a statue coming to life.

[@SERGIOxMUSIC]

I love this composition, and I love this pianist. You are very sweet and you have a great sense of musicality.

[@JamesLee-yk3jb]

Just a tremendously talented artist musing eloquently in idiom of Chopin. The sense of stillness and introspection is breathtaking! Bravo!

[@victorgallardo6375]

Chopin's Prelude 15, he composed it in Mallorca when he spent a summer with George Sand (Aurore Dupin) and his children, during a torrential rain, the leak that was in his charterhouse inspired this Masterpiece, we can hear the insistent droplet from beginning to end.

[@JeremyRaden]

Beautiful tone. Like liquid crystal wrapped in velvet. Lovely piano too!

[@tonyping3678]

This is an amazing interpretation of this piece. I’ve been playing it since my lecturer played a recording of this piece and it requires such a precise and delicate touch and feeling and you nailed it.

[@atfernando1]

169 years ago died Chopin. This is my favorite version of raindrop. I imagine myself waiting for the train sitting in a bench focused on one string of raindrops falling and guessing every other person's lifes while thinking why my own is not like i've planned. Then the train arrives and the piece ends. As well as my life.

[@elizabethalexanderofparkst9221]

Make your life the one you planned, start your life don't end it. Get on that train.

[@RobertUWL]

for me one of the most beautiful pieces ever written. it makes me happy, sad, thoughtful and it calms my mind. you played it so wonderfully with so much skill and passion. the timing and the dynamic could not be better to transport all the emotions Chopin intended it to be played. worldclass !! thank you !!

[@mincedcharms]

I've Never Heard A Better Performance Of This Prelude, Wow!

[@msragiboniatelite3086]

The same for me. Perfection. Just what you want to feel when you hear this prelude.

[@unigoatgames2306]

I love how peaceful it is, until the next phrase when the key changes. It's just so perfect.

[@janicenee0129]

This is absolutely the best I have heard it played!!! Thankyou ~

[@pianowithlaurapianostudio]

Perfect, Tiffany. Thank you.

[@urbanws1234]

Very good. I am so glad you share these videos. Thank You

[@Onisha-rl7hk]

Two people give this video a thumbs down...OMG, some people are on another planet !

[@alejandrodmsosa]

such a very rare and awesome deep sensibility for such a young person. definitely a hard to find gift

[@paulettesantoni1152]

belle musique - belle interprétation M.P.

[@MrVity01]

The best interpretation on the KZbin!

[@Isa-tn7ex]

This is beautiful, thank you. I’m not only thanking you for the wonderful interpretation, I’m also thanking you for all the time that you dedicate to your craft that lets you play this beautifully. So really, thank you.

[@mauriliosertorelli2768]

Semplicemente perfetta

[@Appreciation-Community]

Daaaaaaamn girl you crushed it. What a fantastic job. Excellent work.

[@vrendus522]

Very nicely done.One of my favorite pieces, due to it's depth and its romantic intonement.

[@zero9493]

Thank you for the videos, Tiffany. It started raining here in Hong Kong when I listened to this beautifully played prelude.

[@sherryflavour3791]

THIS IS THE BEST INTERPRETATION! YOU NAILED IT TIFFANY!

[@sammiechea4426]

Such a gentle and calming interpretation, well done! 😁

[@cindigans8067]

most beautiful interpretation of this song.

[@lukass1604]

Probably one of my favorites of Chopin.

[@aldo3879]

just beautiful. thank you tiff. please play and record the whole set of 24. would be great listen to!

[@MySecretJourney]

Beautiful playing❤️This piece starts off bubbly but then turns dark, the first time I ever heard it I was supprised at how serious it got after it sounded promising

[@lostker]

Thank you Tiffany, only discovered your interpretation today....and it’s beautiful.

[@thegreatschiff9854]

Truly beautiful performance. Bravo.

[@tintin651]

Your interprietation is fabulous. The emotion you are putting in each piece is amazing. Thanks you so much for all these video you posted, it is a pleasure to be able to listening them. xo

[@bluesheepbuilds5360]

Gentle yet intense, astounding interpretation!

[@Crystalducks]

You play so beautifully 😍💖

[@prestonjones3319]

Elegant and inspiring Tiffany!

[@scAllblacks]

Impressive! Absolutely beautiful

[@Nala-Potter]

Such a great master of music and piano you are.

[@dannichols2929]

Goosebumps!!!

[@simontek27]

thankyou for this one which's my favorite

[@almondavocado6208]

Hello Tiffany, ILoveYou. Thank you for the relaxing playlist

[@przemysawdziewinski1951]

Marvellously played. I enjoy Chopin and his many pieces and interpretations. Yours is one of the best! I'm from Poland, btw:) THANK YOU.

[@yikesc9467]

when i play this song, i imagine a father at home happy with his wife and kids, but then darkness overcomes him when he is drafted in the war. when it gets happier again at the end, he is back home with his family but there is a bitterness in the song and he knows he will never leave his memories of the war.

[@Kaydendummy]

This piece I’m pretty sure Chopin wrote when he was dying of his disease and could no longer go outside. It represents his want to live longer and go outside to feel the raindrops on his face again.

[@ngaikenny]

1. Liszt: Ballade No. 1 in D-flat major. 2. Liszt: Soirées Musicales No.9-La Danza, Tarantella Napolitana. 3. Liszt: Festival and Bridal Song from Lohengrin by Wagner, for Piano. Any of these are my request if you have time :p . All the best with everything you have to do Tiffany :) . Appreciate you giving us a glimpse of what the life of a classical pianist looks like. Take care.

[@hannahblind]

I think you like Liszt haha

[@Smile-fv5py]

THIS IS AMAZING