TCHAIKOVSKY ~ Piano Concerto No. 1 in B-flat minor - LANG LANG / Järvi

From 2015, Lang Lang performs Tchaikovsky's Piano Concerto # 1 in B flat minor with Paavo Järvi conducting the Orchestre de Paris.
As brilliant as this work from Tchaikovsky is, the question of its introduction has always been a sore point for critics and enthusiasts. The concerto's first theme, which follows the famous introduction, is based on a melody that Tchaikovsky heard performed by blind beggar-musicians at a market in Kamenka (near Kiev), is notable for its apparent formal independence from the rest of the movement and from the concerto as a whole, especially given its setting not in the work’s nominal key of B-flat minor but rather in D-flat major, that key's relative major. Despite the introductions very substantial nature, this first theme is only heard twice, and it never reappears at any later point in the concerto. Because of its independence from the rest of the work
the introduction posed an enigma to analysts and critics alike.

As definitive a puzzlement as it is, the work continues on with the rest of the first movement as well as the brilliant second and third movements seeming to be linked quite inconspicuously , albeit quite subtly.
SELECTED COMPARISON:
BARENBOIM/ ZUBIN MEHTA

[sp-mbqe]

I have a goosebumps
Thank you Lang Lang. Incredible performances.
❤❤❤❤🙏🙏🙏🙏

[KegPatcha]

For all the haters out there that say that LL is only a cash magnet, read this, listen and be quiet: LL is one of the few top pianists in the world that visits third world countries, not like others who don't go to those countries because they cannot charge less for a ticket, no full house, not enough public with $, not enough education, etc. LL came to Mexico, and not only that, no! He teaches master classes to children everywhere, and México was no exception. As a pianist lover, I always expect someone like Yuja Wang or Argerich to come to Mexico, but, alas, I have to pay for a plane ticket to go to NY, Europe or Japan. Only a few of the great figures like LL or Lisitsa had come here and play for less that 10 bucks a seat. So, thank you Lang Lang, for making classical music accessible for everyone, specially for teaching your wonderful sensitivity to children. Mexico welcomes you always as an ambassador of classical music!

[dvorar]

Lang Lang est un des génies de notre époque sans aucun doute. Quelle merveille de pouvoir l écouter et le voir 24/24.Merci.

[mariadelcarmenperez]

What can you say about this one and only extraordinarily brilliant pianist of his time. Thank you so much for a spectacular performance of the highest caliber of one of the greatest piano concertos. A true virtuoso! ♥️🌹🌹🌹🤗😊🥰 Your fans who highly respect you

[YOUNGFOREVER]

The master will be remembered for centuries. I love the way he interacts with the audience & orchestra equally. I recently saw pictures of his wedding 2 years ago at Versailles, stunning.

[glynislittlejohn]

Lang Lang is an absolute joy to both watch and listen to.I love the way he moves his eyes and face and keeps looking at the orchestra. First class, well done lang Lang!

[ylmshalom]

If ever anyone wrote a Classical piece for me, Tchaikovsky wrote this for me❣Every time I listen to it, it moves me to tears❣ Words fail me... I can not find the right ones to describe the depth, the beauty of it, or the emotions it evokes in my 'heart' 💙💙💙 Thank you Lang Lang, for sharing your talents with me, in performing this piece❣

[musicmatters]

Considered the greatest pianist in the world today, Lang Lang has won numerous awards. This is the best performance I've ever heard of this concerto and the octave section was the fastest. Brilliant technique, clarity and musicality! His interpretation is new and refreshing. Lang Lang has a story to tell when he performs.

[eliskastastna]

Interrupting this masterpiece with adverts should be illegal

[budimirzvolanek]

Lang Lang in a class of his own! Amazing virtuoso artist with a free spirit and love of music and piano. And Tchaikovsky no. 1 concerto probably the greatest piano concerto ever written, a symphony with piano leading. Lang Lang, Jarvi, and the orchestra mastered it totally. Love it!

[ziyxuct]

Lang Lang is a magnificent, superstar pianist; he is the world’s most famous concert pianist. Besides his perfect playing, he is also very nice, malleable, making us feel & understand the theme of the piece he is playing. Who else can do this in such a grandiose manner? Thank you Lang Lang for sharing your passion with us. God bless you and always keep you safe and healthy. We love and appreciate your amazing music. Gabriella 🎼👍❤️🎼

[ReniZacek]

Die Menschheit wird gestärkt durch diese geniale Musik- Konzertsäle statt Schlachtfelder

[reneekent]

I love his interpretations of whatever he plays...how he caresses the piano. I love how Lang Lang engages with the orchestra.   He's so relaxed and looks as though he's conducting the orchestra with his eyes.

[michaeljefferson]

Fabulous technique and exquisite sensitivity and expressivity. Even the orchestra is thrilled playing with him.

[francoamerican]

What a great performance. When I was a young child of 11 through 14 years of age, my father was a Classical music lover. I hated being forced to listen to it. After he passed away when I was fourteen years of age, I started to really appreciate Classical music. I owe it to my father. May he rest in peace.

This Classical concerto was performed by a maestro. It was a great performance. Does anyone remember when Van Cliburn performed this in Russia? He had won all kinds of accolades for his performance.
Harvey Lavan " Van " Cliburn Jr. (/ ˈklaɪbɜːrn /; July 12, 1934 – February 27, 2013) was an American pianist who, at the age of 23, achieved worldwide recognition when he won the inaugural International Tchaikovsky Competition in Moscow in 1958 (during the Cold War).

[margieguilfordwoman]

One of the most beautiful pieces ever written

[innercosmiclight]

Georges ! Interpretation! from the beginning to the end rhythmically ! Intellectually! Spiritually ! Movements ! Bravo ! Lang Lang ! Bravo Jarvi ! Bravo Orchestra ! Bravo!

[meee]

I love watching Lang Lang play. He not only plays the piece but lives it and feels it. A joy to listen to and watch.

[bridgewaters]

The more I listen to & watch Lang Lang, the more appreciation I have towards him.

[billlawlor]

Totally agree with you, Alice Wang.  I've loved Tchaikovsky since I was a little kid.  In watching Lang Lang's expressions during the playing of this piece, I would love to hear him try to describe, if he could,  what is happening inside him during the performance.  Perhaps even see what is happening inside his brain.  What is happening, at least for me, is a miracle before my eyes and ears.  God created the genius that is Tchaikovsky, who created this music, which is played flawlessly by the genius Lang Lang.  I can only sit back in wonder of it all.