Bohemian Rhapsody - Queen x Peter Bence (Piano Cover)

Piano Rhapsody of the legendary Queen song, the No. 1 of all time.

Composed by Freddie Mercury
Arranged, performed, mixed & mastered by Peter Bence
Photography & production management by Sebastian S. Zold
Produced by Eric Anidjar
Piano by Steinway & Sons

[david]

One of the fascinations of YouTube is you think you've found the ultimate cover of a timeless classic, only to later discover an even more gifted virtuoso who completely blitzes everything you've heard before. After a while it leaves you wondering how long this progression of excellence can possibly continue. I'd listened to maybe half a dozen renditions of BH thinking that they were pretty special, only to now encounter Mr Peter Bence. Now who could possibly top this? Putting Peter's speed and and flamboyant style aside, the arrangement and innovation, while still remaining completely faithful to Freddie's original composition, is so far and by some distance. Of course it's a matter of personal taste, and this is merely my humble opinion.

[digitalsketchguy]

This is how I would play piano in my dreams. I could hear Liszt, Mozart, Bach, Rachmaninov, Liberace, Chopin, Freddie and Peter Bence. Superb! Bravo!

[merenguehips]

Pretty sure Freddie and Franz are smiling down on this one. This the Liszt-level arrangement of Bohemian Rhapsody I've been waiting for. 💙💙💙

[melissah]

He plays the piano the way Freddie sings.

[gilesbray]

When Freddie wrote this masterpiece, I feel that he played around with it in his mind during the composing stage, hearing all sorts of possibilities in which the tune could manifest itself, and today on stumbling across this mind bending adaptation by a true genius, I think Freddie's dreams of its full potential have been realised. From earth to the very farthest point of the universe this is the most wonderful piece of brilliance I have heard. Thank you for bringing this into my life Peter.

[Plumblossom]

Freddie loved Chopin and Mozart. He listened to classical music more than other genres, and loved opera. He was very fleet-fingered himself and had the aptitude to be a virtuoso, IMO.
Freddie would be SPEECHLESS over this. He couldn’t be more blown away than to hear his music performed so passionately as a classical piano concerto. ❤❤BRAVO, Peter!!!

[CraigMcIntyreOfficial]

Many people love Peter because he plays so fast.. however some people don't understand that his articulation, musical phrasing and emotion is what other pianists come for.. 🎹

masterpiece once again Peter.. Bravo! 😊

[alvinrasmus]

This is actually insane what can i even say. Its not just the epic arrangement and speed, but the articulation and accuracy is just so perfect

[allmen]

Franz, Frederic, Wolfgang, Sergei and Freddie are all smiling❤❤❤

[wolfgang]

When I heard Peter Bence's version of Bohemian Rhapsody, I was blown away. His incredible dynamics and the way he reinterprets the emotions on the piano are just amazing! You can hear his passion and talent in every single note. Whether it's powerful pieces or totally touching melodies, his music is simply diverse. You can just tell that Peter Bence is an incredible pianist. He simply belongs on the stage, and the way he interacts with the audience is great to watch. Just beautiful, his music! 🎼 I hope he comes back to Germany live soon, I'll definitely be there!

[brandwilbll]

AS someone who has played the actual song 100s of times, this is it. It is impossible to reach perfection but this is 99.99% of it. Fantastic!

[ShellHawksNest]

My God! I hear all the hard work, the lonely, frustrating hours learning your craft, the triumphs and the failures. And the ultimate mastering of the art form! Thank you for NOT quitting when it got hard. Your music is a gift to us all!

[evgenybaturin]

This is the most original, most virtuoso, most addictive version of Bohemian Rhapsody! Peter, I was waiting your BR and it exceeded all expectations! Bravo!!!

[suewaters]

I'm sure Freddie is looking down on this with a huge smile on his face. Amazing!!!

[caseymckenney]

I'm disappointed I can only "Like" this once. It's phenomenal! Peter, YOU are phenomenal. Thank you for sharing your talent with us!

[philipwhatcott]

He makes it look so easy! I love gifted people...really gifted people...a rare thing. Especially nowadays, when people, hardly gifted at all somehow manage to make it to the top!! New generations are missing out.

[snubbyj]

Insanely stunning 👏 Excellent arrangement Peter

[alexstaton]

I might be biased because I’ve watched many of this guys videos and I really enjoy his talent but personally I feel like this is arguably the greatest piano performance of all time. The Percision and deliverance is incredible. This video will be enjoyed by many for a long time to come, thank you for sharing your talent with us. 😀

[jackabug]

I love how there's sheet music available... as if there are more than a few dozen pianists in the world who could do the arrangement justice. Everybody else would just look at it and weep.

[YuvalSalomon]

The jacket is familiar to me from somewhere 😉 Great video as always 👏🏼🎹✨