Prokofiev: Piano Concerto no.3 - Yuja Wang & Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra [HD]

Prokofjevs 'Pianoconcert nr.3 op.26' door het Koninklijk Concertgebouworkest / Royal Concertgebouw Orchestra o.l.v. Daniele Gatti, met Yuja Wang op piano.

Opgenomen/recorded: 3 oktober in het Koninklijk Concertgebouw te Amsterdam.

[luismiguelfontes]

I think everything Yuja Wang plays is outstanding but I love particularly her all Prokofievs. ❤

[nickpaganini]

I've been playing piano, classically trained, for almost 30 years. I believe I have earned the right to have an opinion as to the "greatness" of a pianist. Wang is an incredibly gifted and passionate pianist whose interpretation of Prokofiev 3 is refreshing. People who criticize either do not truly know or understand music from the perspective of the pianist or they are just cruel and jealous of the talent others possess.
Many people may think people are merely born with a gift. Yes it's true there MUST be a certain amount of raw, natural talent involved - this is obvious - but what people don't see are the thousands and thousands of hours one practices to achieve greatness. It's a discipline most are never willing or capable of achieving. So a word to "critics"....once you are honestly able to say you spent your childhood, teen years, and many adult years hovering over a keyboard of other musical instrument, playing until your hands hurt, wanting to stop yet can't stop because the passion that compels you to play exceeds any physical pain or social price you pay for missing out on many things..then you can have a platform and a right to criticize a true musician.
Until then, you need to be very careful. When one lays their hands on a musical instrument to play in front of others- they are actually laying their soul bare to show the world. It's a vulnerability few can ever understand and certainly something small minded people can not respect.

[TheTimbuktutu]

I have had the honor of performing with Ms. Wang three times and every time was amazing! Brahms, Rachmaninov and Chopin!

[mccpz]

I have been listening to, and watching, Yuja for the last several weeks and I have to say, in my opinion, her technique, style, and interpretation are spot on! As for the short dress, I think she looks fabulous! And "Bravo" for being herself and not feeling like she has to conform to "tradition!" After all, it's the artist that makes the music, not the outfit! ^^

[IvanGreindl]

Yuja Wang was 23 when this performance was recorded... What an extraordinary mastering of this so demanding concerto!
Her virtuosity means more than just a talent, but also an incredible amount of hard work (and memory) at this young age.
This young artist is just *amazing* .

[Swimdeep]

I wish the camera spent more time watching her hands play this gorgeous virtuosic piece.

[mccpz]

I'm a woman and I think she looks fantastic! She's saying 'Hey, I'm a modern day girl and I'll wear what I want!' Not only does it look nice but I've had to do recitals and those lights can get hot so the dress probably keeps her cool. There was a concert pianist years ago that people criticized for what he wore. When asked how it made him feel, he said..."I cry all the way to the bank!" Aside from that, her playing is second to none. She is superb!

[andreasbacher]

Anyone who is able to perform like this is so far beyond normal human abilities that a person having the chance to hear and see this may only rest and enjoy in greatest respect and admiration.

[donaldpgrant]

After several listenings, it appears more and more to me that Yuja Wang is among the all time greatest pianists. We are fortunate to be able to hear her.

[christopherpericolosi-king]

Wang is one of the most prolific performers of this generation. She combines her own unique fashion sense with countless flawless performances. She is up there in the realms of Argerich and Prokofiev himself- she is a true musical genius!

[mji]

I prefer Yuja Wang performance over Lang Lang performance for this 3rd piano concerto. The absolute clarity and precision of Yuja’s performance is breathtaking to say the least. Pure joy. Would make Prokofiev proud. Bravo!

[empireentertainmentevents]

I marvel at how Prokofiev can compose such a complex masterpiece. What went through his mind when he was composing this? so abstract .... so hypnotic...deep. Amazing!

[НиколайКривощапов]

I. Andante – Allegro 0:35
II. Tema con variazioni 10:07
III. Allegro, ma non troppo 19:51
Applause 29:45


Great performance! I love Prokofiev!!!

[honyarism]

She’s amazing and orchestra is also amazing.

[RaffyPadDT]

28:06 I just love her strong and aggressive attack on that chord.

[cellofingers]

This is why Prokofiev is John Williams favorite composer.

[gdonaldallen]

To my mind, this was a masterful performance of Prokofiev's greatest masterpiece. 

[Sophie-fwfu]

Accidentally pulled up her playing this concerto I've loved for many years. I was awestruck!  She is lightning and beauty together.

[ekunina]

Oh my Jesus God. Beautiful to bring me to tears and hug my Soul.

When I die & go to Heaven, I only want to hear and see this performance. I want NOTHING else. Thank you Ms. Wang. Thank You with Every Fiber of My Being. 💝🤙🏼💋💋🐝🐾

[ytubejat]

Fabulous performance. I just love Yuja's playing, she brightens up my world.