Pianist SHOCKS Audience With Moonlight Sonata Dubstep Remix

Relive the moment Kennedy Center experienced the Dubstep version of Moonlight Sonata for the first time...

[LoneRMusic]

I'm so honoured that my backing track even made it into your Concert! That's a very Transcendent performance, I'm very happy for you!

[cbiltcliffe]

As a classically trained musician myself, it even took me a while to realize what I'm going to say:

We tend to think of classical music as traditional and old.
When Beethoven was writing this, though, it wasn't old, and it wasn't traditional.
When classical composers were writing their music, it was contemporary.
Yes, the stuff that's survived was certainly more intellectual than Justin Bieber, but it was still contemporary.

They were experimenting with new chords, harmonies, and sounds.
Haydn's "Symphony No. 94 - 'Surprise'" was specifically written to scare the crap out of listeners.
Tchaikovsky's "1812 Overture"used actual cannons as part of the percussive sounds.

So, no. This isn't sacrilegious at all.

If Beethoven were alive today, and heard this, I think he'd think it was pretty cool.

[ColinJory]

I honestly cannot remember the last time a musical performance not only took me by such surprise (while sounding soulful and technically challenging) but also sent chills down my entire body, not once, but twice. Immediate like, share, and subscribe from me. BRAVO

[medicbabeID]

The masters would have their breath taken away to hear their works being played in such a magnificent manner. Wow. What a performance!

[jkalmeta]

As someone who trained classically for years, this is absolutely beautiful in every way. Music doesn’t have to be played exactly as written, it’s meant to be played with your soul, and that’s exactly what this is.

[HappyTrekkers]

I LOVE when musical styles collide. Its music. Its meant to move you. Just because its traditionally played one way does not mean it must always be played that way. This was soo good. Im 52 and I freakin loved it.

[Ottopianoguy]

As a classically trained musician I am blown away by the complexity of the transitioning between the sections as it was so seamless. I am very used to playing “classical music”, including even the moonlight sonata, but this takes some of the best music in the world and makes it better. I think that people often don’t appreciate classical music as much anymore but this is clearly enjoyable for anyone no matter their musical tastes. An amazing rendition of an amazing piece!

[KnightJRL]

Sacreligious...spectacular...

Haunting. Truthfully, I shed a tear. This is a beautiful example that music is not just THIS or THAT. Music is whatever moves you. Which you proved tonight. I was moved by the joining of two very polar opposites into one amazing masterpiece.

[captainMAE]

5:44 thank you to the guy who stood up. That would have been me if I was there. You totally and completely deserved a standing ovation.

[exyl_sounds]

man, that is just a phenomenal performance, i genuinely appreciate this line of work to bring the worlds of electronic and classical together :D

[AutomationUSA]

He played with his heart and enjoyed it while playing, audience enjoyed it, that matters most. It still classical to me. Every time I went to a classical concert hall, felt like I went to a nursing home. Pianist like him is going to revitalize classical music and bring young people into it.

[jackdurden]

That may have been the most amazing musical performance I’ve ever heard. Truly groundbreaking and sheer genius! In my opinion the applause was seriously lacking, I would’ve freely given a standing ovation and applause until my hands were numb! Genius.

[binaryruffian]

It’s not about impressing everyone, it’s about trying something new and different. You are paving the way for others to do the same, that would have otherwise been more reluctant. You’re also helping classical music be heard by a bigger audience, well done.

[sillyjellyfish]

*cries tears of joy * we have finally reached the stage when young people are old enough to officially play dubstep version of classic pieces in big old concert halls

[charly]

To think that your brain can make your fingers execute that is the most amazing thing for me. Incredible phrasing, tempo control and timing. I want to see the whole concert.

[MEfromson]

I saw this by accident more than anything, but oh my god. My heartbeat matched up with the drop and it blew me away. I don't know if comments from one of a million subscribers ever actually reach the artists, but you literally commanded my body and soul. Amazing. Beethoven would've felt every bass beat. I think you've found a new level of sacred music. Amen.

[cliffscott]

This was so beautiful. It made me miss my Mother badly. She was a concert pianist and passed Nov 16, 2021 at 88.

[benjo]

I'm older (70+) and the sonata is my all time favorite piece of music. But I have to say I really loved the treatment of this piece. It rocked, it brought tears and was just absolutely marvelous!! Thank you.

[okvqbjf]

I stumbled across this yesterday and was taken on a beautiful journey. For me, it's a journey thru love, and life. The emotions are thunderous and gentle, powerful and sweet, all engrossing then heartbreaking. I've never been this moved by a piece before. Thank you for creating this and sharing it.

[uzocddt]

Oh my goodness! Thankyou so MUCH for sharing your talent with the rest of the world who could not be there to hear you. This IS BEAUTIFUL!!!