P. Lewis executes a unique Schubert Sonata with tender lightness in the keyboard. The melody and harmony are striking in its simplicity. It allows the pianist to feel his individual expression of intimacy, tenderness, calm, almost privacy stroking the soul with graceful sounds... The pianist performs with superb dexterity!
Oh, so gorgeous!! I agree with what klauss peter kraa says below in the comments, that the best performances are when the pianist plays what is written. For example the proper use of rhubato can elevate a piece of music wonderfully, but when used inappropriately or self-indulgently it can ruin a piece! The expression 'con expressivo' doesn't mean the performer has the freedom to go on an individual emotional free-for-all, but simply instructs the pianist to recognise and respect the nature of the written composition as it stands. For example I listened to a number of good pianists ruin a second movement by Mozart with uncalled-for rhubato, and then it was a great relief to hear it played beautifully by Mitsuko Uchida who played expressively what was written without surplus embellishment. This is one of the things that separate the good from the great!
Played with dedication and love of the music. Wonderful control of the dynamics. For me, a marvelous showing of both sides of the coin - loneliness and happiness, Bravo!
It's a shame that directors of these performances seem to think we need the camera angle to change every five seconds, except when lingering on the pianist emoting with their eyes closed. I'd like to see his hands please! Wonderful performance anyway.
Lewis’s strict observance of rhythm and simplicity of phrase fully educes the opening movement’s tranquil power. In this regard, the performance echoes Brendel’s.
Is it possible that Menuetto at 25:38 reminds me some other work from a baroque composer such as Vivaldi? I don't know why but I'm sure I've already heard this leitmotiv in another composer that is not Schubert... Does anyone knows?
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An artist who performs from the inside out. Heavenly transcendental Schubert.
this is a magnificent rendition of Schubert's greatest sonata - thank you Paul Lewis
I saw Paul Lewis play this work in recital last night in Sydney. Followed by the Diabelli Variations, it was a very special night indeed.
It must have been gorgeous. Where was the concert in Sydney ?
It was in the City Recital Hall, which seats 1,238 and has a good acoustic and sight-lines.
This is my favourite reading of this work. Thanks Paul
P. Lewis executes a unique Schubert Sonata with tender lightness in the keyboard. The melody and harmony are striking in its simplicity. It allows the pianist to feel his individual expression of intimacy, tenderness, calm, almost privacy stroking the soul with graceful sounds... The pianist performs with superb dexterity!
What a gorgeous piece, and beautifully played. Keyboard poetry.
Oh, so gorgeous!! I agree with what klauss peter kraa says below in the comments, that the best performances are when the pianist plays what is written. For example the proper use of rhubato can elevate a piece of music wonderfully, but when used inappropriately or self-indulgently it can ruin a piece! The expression 'con expressivo' doesn't mean the performer has the freedom to go on an individual emotional free-for-all, but simply instructs the pianist to recognise and respect the nature of the written composition as it stands. For example I listened to a number of good pianists ruin a second movement by Mozart with uncalled-for rhubato, and then it was a great relief to hear it played beautifully by Mitsuko Uchida who played expressively what was written without surplus embellishment. This is one of the things that separate the good from the great!
ポールさんの演奏は本当に素敵ですね！会場が暑いのか、扇子で扇いでいる人もいて、ポールの手にも汗が沢山なのですが、鍵盤にすべらいで、よく弾けるんですね。
Schubert and Paul are Great !
Played with dedication and love of the music. Wonderful control of the dynamics. For me, a marvelous showing of both sides of the coin - loneliness and happiness, Bravo!
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Every note counts
Thank you
Clea full of meaning and feeling.
Un tempo impeccable. Merci Paul. Superbe.
Believe me or not, this is truly Franz Schubert !... as close we can be of this loved one in 2016 many thanks Paul
this is how i played it when i competed. EXACTLY AS COMPOSED.
So wistful, at first, like a lame ballerina remembering the past. In the end, the dance returns, but it is a fond daydream.
It's a shame that directors of these performances seem to think we need the camera angle to change every five seconds, except when lingering on the pianist emoting with their eyes closed. I'd like to see his hands please! Wonderful performance anyway.
heh, i barely watch music videos... ironic.
Lewis play this sonate excelent!!!
Il y a Paul Lewis et les autres....
Gorgeous
A magical work by Schubert especially the opening of the first movement and the conclusion of the last movement.
Lewis’s strict observance of rhythm and simplicity of phrase fully educes the opening movement’s tranquil power. In this regard, the performance echoes Brendel’s.
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Is it possible that Menuetto at 25:38 reminds me some other work from a baroque composer such as Vivaldi? I don't know why but I'm sure I've already heard this leitmotiv in another composer that is not Schubert... Does anyone knows?
opisthofulax Schumann?
A similar theme occurs in the 1st movement of Schubert's Piano Trio in Eb..
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