Yundi Li - "Rigoletto," "Sunflower," and "La Campanella."

Pianist: Yundi Li plays Liszt's piano reduction of Verdi's "Rigoletto" Opera Fantasy, an Oriental piece by composer Wang titled "Sunflower" and finally another Liszt, the 3rd Etude based on a variation of a theme of Paganini, "La Campanella" in B minor S. 141.
Composed 1838, revised 1851. Liszt was 27 when he composed this piece.

[@caroleborsu]

It's hard not to watch Yundi's hands without wondering how he can maintain these finger positions and not get some kind of cramp or spasm! He is a joy to listen to, not because of his flawless technique, but because he can inject such playfulness and even flirtation in his playing. He's also a pleasure to watch, especially when he manages to look like an angel. A rare talent indeed!

[@linstinag2209]

His la Campanella is absolutely perfect I’ve to say

[@cals0]

His version of Rigoletto is unbelievable. Never heard such a unique interpretation.

[@hirokoseki1078]

この日本での演奏は特に素晴らしい。何度聴いてもその素晴らしさに私は打ち震えます。雲迪さん、どうか必ず世界に再登場して私たちを感動させてください。

[@bigbreastmama]

wow..i never see a pianist perform as good as him..his finger work and his wrist ability and strength are powerful...only a word can describe him...'perfect'

[@kirby818]

Greatest powerful and delicate presentation of La Campanella.

[@shelleys7708]

I never get tired of listening to Yundi, he makes the piano sing & sometimes dance, magic in his fingertips ❤❤

[@stevenxia2944]

I think he is the incarnation of Chopin

[@nevillejacobs135]

I can't believe how much I enjoy hearing this, regardless of how many times I've heard it before. His joy is contagious.

[@SeitanoShuuki]

The clarity of Yundi's playing always has me dropping everything else to stop and listen. There's a kind of delicate elegance that is often forgone in the search of virtuosity, I think, and it gives such a refreshing take on showcase pieces like Rigoletto and La Campanella. Sunflower, I do not wish to comment much on, as it's one of those melodies I grew up to. I can't make any objective observations on it, but Yundi really just gives it new life in my books.

[@vettegaddia6234]

One of his reasons he is a genius is he is never out of sync even when playing very fast runs. 64th notes in presto All have the same value in speed, never sloppy. He makes the piano sing and plays note perfect with great dynamics and musianship. His fault is his nerves, if he makes a mistake, the rest of the recital/concert will be a mess.

[@peichang8294]

His Rigoletto is the best version ever

[@carluy7351]

I heard Yundi started playing the piano at a relatively late age compared to his cohorts, and that makes him all the more commendable. The fact that he has few years less experience yet is still able to play arguably better than most pianists is astonishing

[@Havenscope]

One of the best interpretations of Liszt's Rigoletto Paraphrase I've ever heard. Wonderful.

[@user-qe8os7es6h]

Hi !

[@ingracenotepianostudio]

He's the best! He plays all my favorite songs sooo brilliantly!! Never tire of listening to him play!

[@kalloused]

Few people can play Liszt flawlessly like this....

[@user-kp7ls7ml1h]

yundi really can plays really really fast especially with dynamics in it, thats incredible

[@animeloverfan18]

There is life in his music.

[@gifropan]

I watch and listen in awe. Such incredible technique, skiil and talent and, last but not least, such a great piece of music so brilliantly performed.

[@Orphe123]

I normally don't like some of his performances but you gotta admit that these three are just FANTASTIC.

[@juliedong8195]

AMAZING painist Yundi Li👍👍👏👏🎹

[@harbinguy1]

Excellent, my favourite pianist by far!!!

[@j00chan]

Sunflower is really beautiful, I love the feelings that Yundi Li is in it! close your eyes and listen!!!

[@dxuhuang]

I've seen no other pianist who plays la campanella as perfectly as he does

[@NickSarnicola]

Ho my god, is he an Music Angel ? Yeah I think so... He's flying with his fingers ! Perfect, Wonderfull, Magical are not enough words to discribe !!!

[@user-jt9hi9pk2e]

뮤직 엘젤에 한표

[@limmev6986]

He is the best pianist

[@rtsea888]

What a perfection of rigoletto! Bravo!!!!!!!!

[@ralphberney7768]

The youthful wizard who turns the piano into a sea of bells all at his command.

[@nevillejacobs135]

+Ralph Berney yes

[@Superfalco1]

Yundi Li is the best pianist ever. I love when he plays La Campanella and Sunflower. Bravo, Li Yun Di!

[@passacaglia28]

I am stunned at this guy's skill. Three beautiful pieces.

[@frithjofmeyer730]

Wang's "Sunflower" begins at 6:09 min., Liszt's "La Campanella" begins at 8:24 Min.

[@cjcdow]

Magnificent. His performance of La Campanella is wonderful. So many pianists rush it and make it a big mess of notes. His playing is quick in the right places, but measured, deliberate and surprisingly emotional throughout. Yundi Li has become one of my favourite pianists because he is just so completely musical.

[@eurasianfeline]

his campenella is amazing. so controlled and just...beautiful.

[@danielabosnegeanu1065]

This is remarkable .. excellent tehnique !

[@LiUra17]

He is amaizing!!! He is 18 years old in this performance. He is one of the best pianists i have seen at his age. His La Campanella is perfect. (some few mistakes, but its really difficult). His technique is perfect!

[@Doxy-st3gc]

No 15

[@AquaBlueNoemi]

I watch this everyday for hundreds of times already, yet each time the lightning thrillers still get me stunned. The reason becomes apparent to me now because I am learning Rigoletto on my own but following only his shadow...

[@sakaco88]

Three very emotional pieces...they almost sound like from another planet.

[@antoniowu6587]

当时的李云迪真的帅爆了，实力绝对世界大师级。

[@cristinavelazcoamorin511]

Yundi Lo es un gran maestro, conozco los 3 temas ejecutados,pero nunca los había escuchado juntos,La música que interpreta es su ser interior con una pasión que pocos tienen.Siga adelante deleitándonos con otras obras.Felicitaciines🎉

[@user-lk6gg3gs4v]

百聽不厭❤️超愛❤️

[@Jogab37]

Una tecnica impresionante y un sentido del fraseo grandioso, un talento Yundi Li.

[@hillbillieskittles]

the best interpretation of la campanella.

[@lemaro11]

His "La Campanella" is amazing. I will begin to study that piece myself now too. Hope one day I will be able to play it just like him!

[@roy89321]

he plays the best La Campanella in the world!

[@lookseer500]

Yundi Li has, in my humble opinion, one of the best versions of all 3 songs played here. I don't know why people argue who's better than who; if they're all good, what's the difference? And since some people are going to be frowned upon, don't mention them. Relax and enjoy the music.

[@KeroKero_Cola]

One of the best pianists of our time I respect his skill and his race, it has nothing to do with skill or appriciation you can be Asian, Russion, German or French but the true love of the arts isn't about race its about specific personalities Yundi is an icon if you ask me.

[@edtskyline]

What a fantastic pianist =D!!! I love his perfect way of touching the keys.

[@Kalos48]

this is truly remarkable. each note is so crystal clear. excellent technique

[@w3sp]

Only Yundi Li has the balls to switch to a 4-5 trill at 11:03

[@TheTradge]

Amen to that! Yundi is a lot less careless in his playing, he manages to keep his head on when getting really expressive. Hehe

[@jiayiyao8187]

There is no doubt that he is always the best!!!!!!Bravo!!!!

[@happykeke]

You're the best Li Yundi! You ROCK!!!!

[@ERSCAUS]

In my view, this world has room for both Lang Lang and Yundi. The more talent like theirs, the happier and richer in my life I am.

[@sangeetabraam]

Bravo, indeed!!! Wonderful in every way!!

[@4evaFanFuruba]

beautiful music!I love him !!

[@BeeJay7689]

Yundi...to me you are the number one, on the top of them all. I just wish more and more Chinese pianists will make you as their idol and example.

[@jimmyjxia]

Also, if I remember correctly, sunflower was performed as an encore piece, along with a ton of others, since the crowd just didn't stop applauding until it was literally like an hour after the performance was scheduled to finish.

[@cj7ification]

God of piano!

[@shervman]

I love the ending of la campanella! It's just gorgeous! I'm in Awe!

[@ThePianoguy89]

Amazing pianist!

[@amyshtian]

He is the best !!! Thank you so much for posting...

[@huilin5633]

Amazing performance...I feel romance and joy :)

[@anascimento]

Unbelivable technique and style. I love to watch his videos. God bless his talent!

[@lottoformulier]

wow fantastic! its like the best campanella i've ever heard:o so smooth, so controlled :o

[@humourlayers]

He was dropping hundreds of marbles, from high and low, precisely on the piano strings! La Campanellla was the best!

[@j00chan]

Sunflower is really beautiful, I love the feelings that Yundi Li is in it!

[@lindastina]

i really like his plays. so wonderful!

[@charlesdavis5802]

Another Titan has been unchained upon Earth! OMG Your teachers must be pissing themselves with pride. The work by Wang ("Sunflower") was not only electrifying, it made me weep. And that old dragon, "La Campanella," you not only slayed it, you slayed the audience as well. Bravo young Titan. Sent with love. CVD

[@charlesdavis5802]

A God-born talent like yours needs to take time to truly develop. Don't let people push your around in order to make money. You need your rest. You need to set your own schedule. You need to play what you love. Now…… take your time. And do it with grace. Sent with love, young Titan. CVD.

[@bassodivo1]

Charles Davis You are so right!

[@joytingle2728]

Such delicate notes! Though I heard this video months back, Yundi's precious playing style of "Sunflower" makes me seek this out and hear it again!

[@vettegaddia6234]

Liszt composed the Rigoletto piece to be near impossible to play. I don't think anyone during Liszt's time could play the Rigoletto transcription except Liszt.

[@maicol2931ruiz]

maicol2931ruiz ¡¡¡Maravilloso!!! ¡¡¡Excelente!!! Frank Liszt agradecido al talento de Yundi Li, un oído perfecto, una personalidad mágica para el arte del piano.

[@sam1l2l3l]

It is amazing!! Thank you for upload.

[@4evaFanFuruba]

this is the most beautiful La Campanella I'd ever heard, and his Rigoletto is jaw-dropping...BRAVOOOOOO!!

[@vincentws03]

he made the pieces look easy... so easy that I feel like I can play it myself....

[@Infonauta2]

Este Sr. es buenísimo tocando la Campanella, qué clase!

[@user-kk8ek5ru2b]

天才!

[@johnwade7430]

Wow!

[@Cattytea]

He's so elegant when he plays! It seems so easy for him and he's really passionate when he plays. I love 5:48 to the end in Rigoletto.

[@miguelsoto3340]

Is clear the difference between play and interpreting, just beautiful!!

[@rtsea888]

Yundi you are AWESOME!!!

[@user-yx1tk5ft2f]

Потрясающий музыкант!!!

[@icewang7682]

There were obvious some wrong notes but he was doing a great job for expressing Liszt's emotions. Pretty delicate and pure.

[@Zonataz]

Fantastic performance. A true master of the piano.

[@kaechujae]

AMAZING!!!!! so jealous its so EASY looking when he plays it!!! BEAUTIFUUUL!!!!!!

[@paulostroff99]

Lovely playing.TY James for sharing and thepolonaise for posting.

[@alexanderhartkopp]

I love sun flowers, the performance of yundi li inspired me to play it... it makes fun to play and does not escapes a lot of space for own interpretation... thanks wang, ling and yundi li...

[@GRPianodv]

The combination of phrases within phrases are featured well, and good skills in general!

[@sherrywashington3871]

LI YUNDI'S MUSIC IS FOOD FOR THE SPIRIT AND GREY CELLS. HE EPITOMIZES GENUISNESS!! TO THE HILT!!

[@yonghongteng7180]

I remember the melody of Sunflower! Amazing!

[@youngwang8317]

Really good!!!! Yundi is elegant and amazing skillful with the decent rendition.

[@ezelkir]

Amazing, amazing stuff. Wonderful.

[@Tizohip]

Here after 9 years of first time listenin this masterpieces well played

[@4evaFanFuruba]

I really like his Sunflower~~~!!!He is soooooo amazing!!!

[@Havenscope]

Wonderful. Love the Riggeleto. So beautiful.

[@mirtilllo]

Divine!!!!!! Thanks for bringing to the world perls!

[@swang4263]

Brilliantly played!

[@BartB1986]

Truly a masterpiece. And offcourse played flawless

[@user-jt9hi9pk2e]

경이롭네요ㆍ

[@pgorelov]

extraordinary!!!

[@michaeloleary1867]

Awesome!

[@ellengvo]

Incredible.

[@zeenasworld]

love it.

[@cpanati]

Wonderful playing. He's immensely talented.

[@111alexander111]

Beautiful interpretation!