Eric Lu does not let loose like many of his 'prodigy' peers. He continues the honored tradition of magisterial playing. His style is to be listened to (and watched to be enjoyed), not to be gawked at. Ten years from now, his recordings will remain in the playbook of true classical musical pleasures.
Эрик , твое исполнение берет за душу, эмоция, филигранность техники и красота звука, которую ты даришь людям, поражает сердце. Спасибо тебе огромное за такое проникновенное исполнение музыки Рахманинова. Вы оба гениальны!❤🎉🙏🙏
Absolute magic..None of the old warhorse..He is making music, not just playing the correct notes.Breathing music.Absolutely amazing.He leaves me in awe, speechless....
Love Eric Lu’s artistry. He makes it look so easy, without exaggerated and distracting showmanship like some pianists. I enjoy listening to him and often find myself hanging on to every note he plays. Just wonderful.
I am completely blown away listening to this incredible performance! It perfectly captures the essence of this music. It is filled with passion, with a phenomenal technique for this treacherous piece, and he understands the "Russian Soul".. Very moving.
Coos Oorlog has said exactly what I might have said when I first head Eric Lu in the Leeds International Piano competition. Totally absorbed and absorbing!
Anyone who can play Rach 3 is remarkable and to do so at 19 is simply phenomenal. He has a stunning technique and understands the essence of the piece as a whole but the slow passages are stretched out a bit too much thus sacrificing the flow and perhaps because of the Bechstein and the recording, does not quite make a big sound as some other players. Pity he is also a bit let down by the ensemble but due to the occasion is understandable. I feel his touch and temperament is best suited for Chopin.
Chopin always manages to mke everything sinister. It has opening from Schubert Lied, "Wir Wandelten" theme repeats at 50:23 and then turns incredibly black like incoming storm.
The performance was beyond extraordinary, simply breathtaking. Can someone tell me, please, what the encore was. It was so familiar, yet I couldn't place it. Thanks.
Because Steinway is american, and Bechstein was almost gone after WWII, leaving(alongside with other german brands such as Bluthner) free path for Steinway to dominate the scene(as they were already doing anyway). I'm a big fan of Bechsteins and I believe they are the greatest piano maker today. Vintage ones, newer ones... All of them are wonderful pieces of craftsmanship. Crystaline tone, clean and warm at the same time. Sparking treble, warm in the middle, rich and deep bass. That's the definition of perfection in piano for me. Steinway isn't the same anymore, and I find quite boring having a Steinway D in almost EVERY concert hall, when there are lots of other brands such as Bechstein, Fazioli, Blüthner, Bösendorfer, Grotrian, Steingraeber, Ed. Seiler, Shigeru Kawai... Steinway is NOT better than anyone of them. I would even place Steinway last nowadays.
In the late 1800s there was a 35% import tax on imported pianos. This followed by the chaos in Europe from wars and depression did not help the likes of Bechstein, Bluthner and others to compete.
Though I have to say that, gradually, towards the end, miscommunication between the orchestra and soloist emerged. There were a couple of points where the disjunction made the harmony come apart, unfortunately, and the musical sensation was not communicated as a result. This was the case in the ending fanfare, for example. Well, that happens, and I don't have the expertise to analyse where the problem was; it could be various things and it doesn't really matter. So no, it's not the paragon version of the concerto but it's still a wonderful performance, especially during cadenza and more meditative moments.
You're correct. I heard that as well, towards the end of the last movement, soloist and orchestra were slightly off in closing passages. That said, still a remarkable performance by young Eric Lu, performing what most consider the most difficult concerto in the repertoire. Kudos to Eric, who just won the Leeds Piano competition 2018, with a beautiful reading of Beethoven No. 4 with the Halle Orchestra. There, both soloist and conductor were totally in synch.
Agree. The 3rd mvt is a pity. Both the conductor and the soloist could be blamed for the misconnection. I notice that the conductor seems to have a rather peculiar conducting technique. He even uses his heels of hands for the downbeat somewhere in the 3rd mvt - that's not a good way to make your tempo indication clear in the fast passages.. On several occasions he allowed the orchestra playing before his hand. A sign of lost control. But I also think Eric might be a little inexperienced in playing such a difficult concerto with the orchestra. I'm not making the judgement solely by his age, but also by places where I think his rubato puts the orchestra in a difficult position. 34:50 for example. His ritardando at the end of that phrase really makes the entry of flute very very awkward. He should let the orchestra lead the flow there.
Yeah I didn't find anything special about this performance either, and at times it seemed like he was out of sync with the orchestra or the orchestra was out of sync with him? Look at 29:24, and 43:30 - 43:31 Argerich's Rachmaninoff 3 will forever be the best in my opinion ❤
IMHO the composer's works are deeply biographical--recalling his feeling for his mother land until they were shattered by World War II, his flight to the New World and life of yearning and memories of his lifeRussia. . Eric Lu is remarkably gifted in enchanting audiences with the feelings intended embedded in the music. It was clear that, in this case, many of the audience were enchanted by the depth, breadth, and power of the composers message as channeled so uniquely well by Eric Lu. ..
Eric Lu does not let loose like many of his 'prodigy' peers. He continues the honored tradition of magisterial playing. His style is to be listened to (and watched to be enjoyed), not to be gawked at. Ten years from now, his recordings will remain in the playbook of true classical musical pleasures.
Эрик , твое исполнение берет за душу, эмоция, филигранность техники и красота звука, которую ты даришь людям, поражает сердце. Спасибо тебе огромное за такое проникновенное исполнение музыки Рахманинова. Вы оба гениальны!❤🎉🙏🙏
Absolute magic..None of the old warhorse..He is making music, not just playing the correct notes.Breathing music.Absolutely amazing.He leaves me in awe, speechless....
Whatever music Eric Lu plays- it always is magic, emotional, sparkling, flawless, natural. What an awsome talent.
Love Eric Lu’s artistry. He makes it look so easy, without exaggerated and distracting showmanship like some pianists. I enjoy listening to him and often find myself hanging on to every note he plays. Just wonderful.
I'm in heaven. That touch is magical, like velvet. He is so brilliant they named a whole line of biscuits after him.
Whatever Eric Lu is playing, it is always the most beautiful performance in the world. Always delightful masterpiece. 🧡
His playing is on a higher level than Lang Lang.
Breathtaking...Thank you, Eric. You're magic!🌹
I am completely blown away listening to this incredible performance! It perfectly captures the essence of this music. It is filled with passion, with a phenomenal technique for this treacherous piece, and he understands the "Russian Soul".. Very moving.
11:38 Strength, Control and Expression, top class performance!
And he is such a sweet person on top of that. He wished me to get well after my hospitalization in January.
Coos Oorlog has said exactly what I might have said when I first head Eric Lu in the Leeds International Piano competition. Totally absorbed and absorbing!
BECHSTEIN piano !!
Magical.
One of the best.
Fingers movement are very flexible and excellent technique !!!!
Thank you very much Eric . Your rendition of the Rachmaninoff 3rd was awesome.
Fantastico,grande sicurezza e maturità!bravo!!!!!!
Awesome Eric, at 12.37 and 13.15 the violinist looked at Eric playing--what a heck...... can i ever do that?
Yes, I noticed that too. When your fellow musicians become absorbed in what you are doing during the performance......
part from around 24:30 to 26:00 is delightfully clear. he presents each note with enough attention and respect. I prefer this reading of the theme.
I personally find Eric's performance more moving than Yunchan Lim's.
great！ my favorite piano brand!
Anyone who can play Rach 3 is remarkable and to do so at 19 is simply phenomenal. He has a stunning technique and understands the essence of the piece as a whole but the slow passages are stretched out a bit too much thus sacrificing the flow and perhaps because of the Bechstein and the recording, does not quite make a big sound as some other players. Pity he is also a bit let down by the ensemble but due to the occasion is understandable. I feel his touch and temperament is best suited for Chopin.
Chopin always manages to mke everything sinister. It has opening from Schubert Lied, "Wir Wandelten" theme repeats at 50:23 and then turns incredibly black like incoming storm.
Attracted and moved by technique, tone and sencerity to performance.
Hab ich nie so schön gehört ..... noch schöner wär´s mit nem Steinway gewesen ........
Brilliant!
쇼콩 때 프렐류드 듣고 팬심이 생긴 피아니스트인데 이번 영상은 아쉽게도 컨디션이 안 좋으셨던 건지..오케랑 호흡도 아쉽...
The performance was beyond extraordinary, simply breathtaking. Can someone tell me, please, what the encore was. It was so familiar, yet I couldn't place it. Thanks.
it's Chopin's Prelude, Op. 28, No. 15 ("Raindrop" prelude)
rosemaryphi Thank you!
who would've said a Bechstein could sound that good.....
Who wouldn't?
I love it when he plays chopin!🌷🏆🎉🍦💋💕
Why don't we see Bechstein pianos in American concert halls?
Because Steinway is american, and Bechstein was almost gone after WWII, leaving(alongside with other german brands such as Bluthner) free path for Steinway to dominate the scene(as they were already doing anyway). I'm a big fan of Bechsteins and I believe they are the greatest piano maker today. Vintage ones, newer ones... All of them are wonderful pieces of craftsmanship. Crystaline tone, clean and warm at the same time. Sparking treble, warm in the middle, rich and deep bass. That's the definition of perfection in piano for me. Steinway isn't the same anymore, and I find quite boring having a Steinway D in almost EVERY concert hall, when there are lots of other brands such as Bechstein, Fazioli, Blüthner, Bösendorfer, Grotrian, Steingraeber, Ed. Seiler, Shigeru Kawai... Steinway is NOT better than anyone of them. I would even place Steinway last nowadays.
@@Thiago-px9ev I think Steinway has the monopoly in the U.S. and bans other pianos in concert halls.
In the late 1800s there was a 35% import tax on imported pianos. This followed by the chaos in Europe from wars and depression did not help the likes of Bechstein, Bluthner and others to compete.
Though I have to say that, gradually, towards the end, miscommunication between the orchestra and soloist emerged. There were a couple of points where the disjunction made the harmony come apart, unfortunately, and the musical sensation was not communicated as a result. This was the case in the ending fanfare, for example. Well, that happens, and I don't have the expertise to analyse where the problem was; it could be various things and it doesn't really matter. So no, it's not the paragon version of the concerto but it's still a wonderful performance, especially during cadenza and more meditative moments.
You're correct. I heard that as well, towards the end of the last movement, soloist and orchestra were slightly off in closing passages. That said, still a remarkable performance by young Eric Lu, performing what most consider the most difficult concerto in the repertoire. Kudos to Eric, who just won the Leeds Piano competition 2018, with a beautiful reading of Beethoven No. 4 with the Halle Orchestra. There, both soloist and conductor were totally in synch.
Agree. The 3rd mvt is a pity. Both the conductor and the soloist could be blamed for the misconnection. I notice that the conductor seems to have a rather peculiar conducting technique. He even uses his heels of hands for the downbeat somewhere in the 3rd mvt - that's not a good way to make your tempo indication clear in the fast passages.. On several occasions he allowed the orchestra playing before his hand. A sign of lost control.
But I also think Eric might be a little inexperienced in playing such a difficult concerto with the orchestra. I'm not making the judgement solely by his age, but also by places where I think his rubato puts the orchestra in a difficult position. 34:50 for example. His ritardando at the end of that phrase really makes the entry of flute very very awkward. He should let the orchestra lead the flow there.
Agreed. Nice comment.
Well..!!!!!!!!!
I heard that as well
I want to show ‘rachmaninoff piano concerto no.3’ just solo except orchestra. 베트남고추
♡♡♡👏👏👏
29:25
1:01
15:00
I find his playing rather slack. What strikes others as soulful seems to me simply tentative and uncommitted.
Yeah I didn't find anything special about this performance either, and at times it seemed like he was out of sync with the orchestra or the orchestra was out of sync with him? Look at 29:24, and 43:30 - 43:31
Argerich's Rachmaninoff 3 will forever be the best in my opinion ❤
IMHO the composer's works are deeply biographical--recalling his feeling for his mother land until they were shattered by World War II, his flight to the New World and life of yearning and memories of his lifeRussia. . Eric Lu is remarkably gifted in enchanting audiences with the feelings intended embedded in the music. It was clear that, in this case, many of the audience were enchanted by the depth, breadth, and power of the composers message as channeled so uniquely well by Eric Lu. ..