Yundi - Beethoven, Adagio Cantabile (from Sonata Pathétique No. 8, op. 13)

[@arcanicc]

this must be what heaven sounds like

[@hatshepsutkhemramukisa4171]

I am a classical pianist of over fifty years. This is probably the best rendition of this piece that I have heard.

[@Selim6472]

Schubert plays it on snoopy really nice

[@gorgeousalphawoman]

And you are correct

[@desktopsa2bceo124]

thats half a decade jesus christ

[@mlesnoski]

I am a classical pianist of over one hundred years. This is in the top five of the best renditions of this piece that I've ever heard.

[@alandza9704]

@@desktopsa2bceo124 that’s half a century, or in other words, 5 decades

[@jiaxihe7368]

Yundi, we need you back, where are you now😭😭

[@modaanimlh]

Yundi is a born genius in piano. God bless him and restore him the honor.

[@christaylor8776]

Yundi brings a softness, a gentleness which is rarely achieved.

[@JaneHuang-ec2ef]

He interprets this so well, so right and so beautiful. He nails the simpleness and delight of this Beethoven's lovely sonata! I think this is the best version I have ever heard.

[@gorgeousalphawoman]

This guy is beyond gifted. He doesn't play music. Music radiates from him. I hope that if he has children, they inherit his virtuoso trait and learn to play the piano.

[@alzbetamolnarova4961]

Beautiful.

[@NghiaTran-bv9ej]

鋼琴王子歡迎你復出!!!世界级别的钢琴骄子, 中囯五千年前未有, 一百年後也未必有! 又捧又帥中囯鋼琴之宝!请多珍重!

[@ankiesmit-fris8951]

REALLY.........REALLY BEAUTIFUL ...........THANK YOU ... !!!

[@yingjie-s8868]

No matter what people say about the pianist, this is surely a lovely rendition and one of the best on KZbin.

[@m.joanhay522]

This is probably the slowest I have heard this played!! Utterly beautiful, hearing every note so clearly. 🤗

[@jasmine2569]

You are still my favorite pianist!!! 😘

[@Enenh-f8w]

He’s now in the jail…

[@bnguyen319]

@@Enenh-f8w why is he is jail..?

[@tmu1344]

@@bnguyen319 prostitution allegation

[@rebeccasu4460]

@@bnguyen319 Chinese police monitored money transaction between a woman and Yundi Li recently and accused him committed a crime of engaging a prostitute.

[@pjbpiano]

One of the very best ever to do it. Unfortunate how he's having a little personal trouble, but still one of the best🔥

[@johnyevelyn8440]

The sample of "NCT 2023 - Golden Age". That's so beautiful.

[@danpingree6238]

I can’t properly put into words how beautiful this is.

[@gin170]

Beautiful rendition, thank you!

[@isaackellogg3493]

This is not a movement played pianissimo, this is a collection of notes and phrases chosen and emplaced specifically to interrupt the silence exactly to convey the mood.

[@mrsnegy6001]

This is probably what Beethoven would have liked to hear expressed by a pianist other than himself. It comes from the heart and soul. So so very very beautiful.

[@captainmoonlight768]

It makes me think how this piece was written so many years ago that they were just like us. Felt love, pain ,happiness, anguish. Humanity isn't all together bad in the end is it...

[@feiyang231]

Yundi is my favorite pianist. Nothing ever can change it.

[@jenniferliu6601]

Please come back Yundi! So many people love you!

[@IanAlderige]

This is my favorite Beethoven piece. He nailed it, I'm in tears 😭

[@alvinlaw2006]

Search Raymond Lefevre midnight blue it sounds the same

[@lainkinnie1442]

No Barenboim, no Giles, no one can touch my heart with this piece as well as Yundi does. perfect interpretation, or at least, my favorite ever.

[@celiaLAGANA]

I think in the same way

[@금강-i7g]

I totally agree!

[@heLLo2463heLLo]

Totally agree!

[@jolai9553]

A beautiful rendition of the most beautiful piece of music ever written.

[@davidsweeney4021]

thank you! we'll be playing this at my younger brother's funeral in 2 weeks time. God bless the little bugger! Mark RIP

[@kawasakirose]

心疼！ 哭了还在哭。 云迪要坚强千万不要放弃。 要是真的错了，改过就好了，要小心小人。我们永远支持你。

[@tadaLiv]

Everything about this…he strokes the keys the same way lights kiss his skin, giving off that flickering hope in the harsh reality of life, beautiful and gentle gentle gentle.

[@pattipaulsen7171]

Beautifully said...

[@logannslm1593]

I'll never stop saying it : Yundi has offered us the best ever version of this Adagio. No other pianist has ever made it so good. Not even Kempff...

[@arleenebert4260]

Daniel Barenboim

[@hengchinglim1753]

Gulda

[@mr.marino9247]

He is excellent. But not come even close to Baremboim.

[@JoeARedHawk275]

@@mr.marino9247 “not even close” is an overstatement. People have different tastes in playing styles and I prefer Yundi’s version. Still I’m not gonna go putting down Barenboim because there’s no need to. I feel that there’s a need to be right in today’s internet era, but no, you don’t always need to be right.

[@mr.marino9247]

@@JoeARedHawk275 is that is an overtatesment, why Baremboim gives televised Masterclasses to this people?

[@morningglory7607]

The world is more beautiful because of you and your music! My favorite pianist!!!! Please continue. Excellent performance and high quality video recording!

[@ronniehill4557]

Actually, it's Beethoven's music. Which has been played by Yundi and thousands of others over the years, but Yundi's interpretation is the absolute best.

[@diananawilis8009]

​@@ronniehill4557 2:23

[@JennySussex]

Everything about this is exquisite. This young man embodies the music, a truly unique and wonderful rendition. The sunlight shining through his soft hair, the rainbow prism of light....its quite surreal to watch. ❤

[@paulb.6751]

This master pianist allows the focus to be upon the beautiful music instead of himself and gives it freely allowing the genius of Beethoven to be fully revealed and appreciated. Together they fill our senses with such peace and beauty. A gift from God.

[@금강-i7g]

I agree with it.

[@station2station544]

god had nothing to do with it. He's linking the notes together with legato and pushing and pulling time with rubato. It's a well performed interpretation.

[@paulb.6751]

I am a poor piano player without the gift given to Beethoven or Chopin, but I can appreciate their work and benefit from the joy and comfort it provides and celebrate it regardless of its simplicity - like a great painting of few strokes. You explore the technical aspects of music and that's fine, but few care and judge with their ears and emotional response to the piece.

[@station2station544]

@@paulb.6751 I never ever diminished this work, It's not simple at all. In fact I can play it and the finger transitions are difficult. My point was "god has nothing to do with it".

[@paulb.6751]

Seek God and He will give you the gift of eternal life.

[@skfan5166]

This is one of my favourite piano pieces. I’m learning to play that.

[@Sc-11111]

I am working on it also and following this video. It’s absolutely beautiful and Mr. Li is among the best in the world. I just finished learning Chopin’s nocturne in E flat major and was following Mr. Li’s video as well kzbin.info/www/bejne/gX3diqqKbr6HY8U. I couldn’t find any other video which is better. I don’t have a teacher, so KZbin is the best resort. Thank you KZbin! 🙏❤️😍

[@reader6690]

Perhaps if humanity would seriously listen closely to this type of music, and consider the ultimate source of the music, hearts would be calmed, anger would abate, and peace would come.

[@jesusislordsavior6343]

Reader 66 What is the ultimate source of the music? You have not committed to a direct answer. (James 1:17) 'Every good thing given and every perfect gift is from above, coming down from the Father of lights, with whom there is no variation or shifting shadow.' Yet we must admit that human art itself is not a 'perfect gift', insofar as sinful humans have ,made it. However the resources which our Creator has given us to enjoy music are a perfect gift. And even the greatest human 'creations' are nothing more than manipulations of raw materials supplied by God. Our 'creativity' is always derivative, never original. Does that being to approach what you are saying? David, as king-in-waiting, used to play the harp in order to calm the nerves of his paranoid father-in-law, King Saul. But eventually this therapy had its limits. Only inward spiritual transformation, which the Bible calls 'new birth', can turn individuals of our warrior race into peacemakers. For God Himself has initiated the 'peace process': (John 3:16) 'For God so loved the world, that He gave His only begotten Son, that whoever believes in Him shall not perish but have eternal life.'

[@chungle8832]

So beautiful piece, it brought my tears, Yundi looks beautiful as he playing.

[@dewittreeve4345]

The beauty of his playing matches his looks.

[@helenhe0131]

Sheee

[@kudzem]

Extremely underrated pianist, I can truly feel life in his music. Unlike some superstar pianists who just showcase speed and technicality.

[@deandbn]

I think you should probably use the word accomplished instead of underrated with regard to yundi li

[@Jane306]

Hmm, he IS NOT underrated at all...

[@terryguo3507]

弹的太棒了👏👏👏无论他或者他们如何说你、骂你、赌咒你，将你拖进地狱，都完全无损于你的光辉！！！

[@brigitteleyerer205]

Es ist der Neid und Hass, weil sie nicht annähernd nicht an diesen phantastischen Pianisten herankommen!

[@susannec659]

When I listened to this it made me cry. So beautiful.

[@evacoriander]

Beautiful music, beautiful man and beautiful soul. Waiting for you to come back ❤️

[@pvdouglas4196]

I can not describe how I feel when listening to this; words are not sufficient. I'm very thankful for the kind of beauty this music conveys in a world full of war and hate.

[@heekyungkim8147]

I agree. Find solace in music such as this for a brief of second.

[@rebeccasu4460]

Chinese police monitored money transaction between a woman and Yundi Li and accused him committed a crime of engaging a prostitute.

[@pvdouglas4196]

@@rebeccasu4460 Paul McCartney in Ebony and Ivory said "We all know that people are the same whereever you go There is good and bad in ev'ryone We learn to live, when we learn to give Each other what we need to survive, together alive" Whenever possible I prefer to focus on the positive and will as long as I live.

[@morningglory7607]

@ Rebecca Su this is not a tip line of a news outlet. Please stop pasting you comments repeatedly. Anything constructive to say? Let the rest enjoy his performance. Bravo Yundi. Please don’t give up.

[@fredericwu6427]

To me this performance means the spring !

[@Turboy65]

This is simply one of the most beautiful musical works ever created by a human being. If there are only 100 musical compositions to be selected to remember mankind by, in a distant future where man is extinct and other species can only study us by what we leave behind, this would surely be one of the first compositions to select for preservation.

[@stoppermarineland7624]

🤧👍

[@nandadegeus]

For decades I have been listening to many different interpretations of this Adagio Cantabile by renowned pianists trying to find the touch, expressiveness and tempo which matches the magic of this composition. So far Rudolf Serkin had achieved the best performance in my view. However, I must say that this magnificent rendition by Yundi is among the three best ones

[@금강-i7g]

베토벤의 사랑의 고뇌에 대한 감정의 일렁임의 심오한 표현을 윤디가 환상적으로 재현?

[@RafaelQuirinoVex]

One of the best interpretations i have ever heard of this piece. Makes it impossible to hold the tears...

[@kholi9441]

Yundi Li is no doubt, one of my favorite pianists.

[@pris4082]

The sweetness of 'another world' is consistent throughout this Adagio, even during the rougher part. Beautiful interpretation of Beethoven's inner yearning.

[@luhannahul]

His is just the best

[@hatshepsutkhemramukisa4171]

Those right hand notes are so clear. Beautifully rendered.

[@robertoguglielmipianomusic6983]

Stunning performance. No one can play it better than you, Maestro Li. I could listen to this Adagio for hours and hours, to get inspiration from your outstanding talent and musicality. Thanks!

[@TheLightOI]

I second this. As a composer, I really am amazed by Yundi's Performance. Please checkout my piece: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iZDSd2d8itV3oKM Thank you.

[@bennyroy1986]

Beethoven could lol jk

[@TerryBeemer]

What a beautiful way to start the morning.

[@AnnieT369]

My favourite pianist too.

[@dannykew7717]

For me, this is the best interpretation I had ever heard .... it makes my heart melt

[@carlfarruggio3835]

I do believe... This is absolutely the result of incredible intense discipline, unbelievable determination and very, very hard work- for a very long time. You are absolutely magnificent, unbelievable and fantastic. Lol from Switzerland 🇨🇭

[@gregoryschleitwiler9601]

I play it better. Horowitz is the best.

[@HopeismVerse]

Yundi will always be my favourite ❤. Period. I recently played one of chopin's preludes in my exam, and i went through many performances by different pianists. But his interpretation was by far the best and it helped me to get the top score in that exam. I owe it to him. Thank you yundi, and wherever you are right now please know that you are still much loved & respected!

[@waimusic3559]

Yundi+Steinway+Beethoven=unspeakably beautiful music

[@Anselmus-n1c]

love you so much!

[@wxin615]

I love the way he played this movement. tenderness and calm. even if Beethoven himself may have played it more passionately, this version is also my taste.🤣

[@yourchildhoodfriend7320]

Could you suggest another interpretation that is closer to how Beethoven would have played? Thanks😀

[@cristinavelazcoamorin511]

Yundi Lo en esta interpretación es como si su corazón hablara ,eso e s lo que yo siento cuando yo lo escucho,lo más profundo de su ser.Amo a ese joven cuando lo siento tocar

[@phalinimcleod8819]

Magic.

[@sylvia2183]

I used to play this too 23 years ago. Now time passing, but still remember every note and rhythm of it. Amazingly song

[@mailywong9612]

Amazing , I so happy for you

[@charlesevanspope]

The most beautiful interpretation of the most beautiful melody.

[@금강-i7g]

I feel how beautiful is it to hear this classic by Yundi.

[@wjunecho4451]

I cried.. Just found what i really want for my favorite piece .. thank you so much

[@humptydumpty-m8u]

I found peace and tranquility in this piece of music. Fantastic 👍🏻👏🏻🎶🙏🏻

[@Arpin_Lusene]

Sounded so peaceful.

[@josm75]

Listen to this title and meditate and expose your entire life in your meditation, I promise you will cry.

[@DanielMartinez-lz2yb]

Best interpretation in KZbin I think. The voicing is perfect.

[@olynneshine7014]

This is Beethoven, a passionate profound thinker. Great version of the piece.

[@helmutschirmer1934]

Und wenn ich mir das noch einhundert Mal anhöre, ist es doch immer wieder Herzbewegend und mich in meinen tiefsten Tiefen berührend vielen Dank

[@frchopin1]

Yundi's performance is optimized in this peice. What a playing that makes my emotional feelings so sentimental. I can't even..

[@wennydu1497]

I have to say Yundi's is the best one of this piece. His playing can really touch your soul...

[@MattH-wg7ou]

Man, no matter how many times I listen to this it hits me every single time. So beautiful it almost makes me tear up every time.

[@scottwallace1]

I’m with ya brother. I’ll do you a solid and make a recommendation you might like, but perhaps have never heard - Zdenek Fibich, Poeme.

[@vivaschoolofmusicandballet727]

Same

[@rickbearden6041]

This my all time favorite Beethoven piece. Brings me to tears because i hear it in my soul. Yundi does this proud. I wish I had better words, just a simple man from south central Oklahoma

[@leameine7724]

Touches the soul with such depth, sound and yet simplicity all at the same time.

[@leameine7724]

I feel much harmony, peace, comfort and hope whenever I listen to this performance - especially at the end of a long day.

[@cindyli8568]

Absolutely love you Yundi! Thanks for bringing such a beautiful piece to us. I feel so lucky to be born in the same era as your existence.

[@4mb127]

What a fantastic rendition.

[@光一大好き]

好好听 等你回来

[@PS-kd1if]

So beautiful… so beautiful…. It’s beyond words…!

[@myriamepely5999]

Une telle délicatesse, une telle douceur dans ce jeune artiste, il va nous revenir sans doute auréolé d'un titre prestigieux ! A bientôt !

[@MattH-wg7ou]

Listen with headphones soon after waking up in the morning and it is that much more powerful, to me at least. Not desensitized to the day yet. Truly brings a tear.

[@shodanart]

Same here - morning listening with quality headphones. ❤️

[@juditakiss2266]

Wunderschön ❤❤❤

[@erwinjansen7124]

There are a lot of different performances of this piece, but I like this one the best.

[@megumi7530]

Erwin Jansen me too。XD'

[@michelleregis6181]

@@megumi7530 me too

[@harrypp_pharm8356]

Also recommend Seong-Jin Cho's and Kun woo Paik's...

[@maruf4149]

Have a listen to barenboim playing this

[@ilp3843]

Yup i agree to maruf

[@chungle8832]

Incredible rendition. Love Yundi

[@wiekoz]

great pianist!!!!

[@alealicja1]

Pięknie zagrane.

[@rouncer74]

This piece of music is one of mankind’s greatest achievements.

[@jocelyneplaneix5700]

Magnifique 🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎹🎼🎶🎶🎵🎵🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶🎶❤❤❤

[@halina6456]

Wonderful, like spring like love.

[@Daz1]

3:31 what a beautiful transition

[@emanoelsouza913]

Bela música! ⭐🎶🙂✋💓🎵

[@rociomontano6993]

OMG, this is what I need to hear this song by him so softly.

[@tengoku5193]

Wonderful, thank you very much

[@tingwang3246]

You can’t not shed a few tears when listening to the music. Such a beautiful and haunting melody.

[@shochan07]

Beautiful movie, beautiful playing. It seems to be dreams. I love it.

[@Cherry2810]

Yundi, I have to tell you something. You are absolutely amazing. I love your playing style so much and this is probably the best pieces I have heard in my life. Keep it up! ❤❤❤

[@tami3479]

Came here from the Piano Guys and I am so in love with this 😍

[@hatchegg80]

The lyrical master

[@lovjoyxce]

What in the…. I was perfectly doing nothing then teared while listening to this. The beauty of classical music 🥺❤️

[@vikazvo]

Всегда любила Баха, когда играла его в муз. школе, то легко запоминала произведения ) сейчас уже не помню к сожалению. Слушаю с восхищением !

[@janlewis5578]

This piece is absolutely delightful and this young man makes it seem so effortless. I hope he goes far in his career

[@felicitakahin4943]

Thank you for the inspiration. I am going to play this piece for my coming Grade 8 piano exam. I learn a lot from this video. Thank you again.

[@jinzhu2441]

Best version that I have heard. You are the mater of any music that you played. Such talented and affectionated pianist