@@MrRudvant there is written that chopin used to play the piano too softly, his forte is the piano of other composers like liszt, so idk of Rubinstein is the real chopin but a magnificent pianist
@@LagartoChicloso played softer than other pianists because his physical strength didn't allow him to. He complained that he would never hear much of his music to his liking in his own lifetime - for various reasons. He couldn't sustain a big sound himself. Other pianists couldn't play tenderly enough. Still others, like Liszt, too many liberties with his music.
@@ericwortman3180 bro, anyone can play a few pieces loudly, he wasnt that weak and his hands were medium size but they were flexible to the point that when he streched his hands he could reach a 10th easy, so imagine how much force he could produce. Tiny female pianists can give a lot of volume, do you think he played softly becouse of lack of strenght??? I like playing softly too
You can start by imagining: (1) how someone might decorate a favorite popular song melody; (2) how Chopin decorates his melody; (3) how Rubinstein realizes Chopin's work. By doing Stage (1) you can then experience the artistry in Stages (2) & (3).
@@sleepy4205 It’s romance "However, It depends on your feelings at the time. If you were in a good mood, you would have been happy to listen to this piece. if you were feeling down, the piece might have made you feel both happy and sad because it expresses your emotions so intensely."
I think this performance displays a characteristic which seems all but lost these days; tenderness. It's as if we're afraid of the thing, no doubt because it equals 'weakness' in some contexts. Neither Chopin nor Rubinstein thought so; and neither do I. Wonderful.
Rob, please listen to the Rachmaninov recording of this Nocturne (forgiving the surface noise), and you'll hear an equally good performance with some subtle differences. Romantic pianists of this calibre are a rare species today.
I was lucky to sit on stage next to Rubinstein at a concert in Melbourne when I was a child. The auditorium was so packed and they put chairs on the stage. Such a privilege. Today I would love to see Valentina Lisitsa. She plays Chopin with such passion.
Rubinstein spoke on the BBC many years ago about his playing He said its one thing to get the right notes and the proper technique but don't forget Music is the expression from the soul and heart - its not about performing its about the love and passion
My father walked out of a Rubinstein recital in 1929 because there were so many wrong notes. Rubinstein had apparently indulged himself too much the previous night
This is the sound of pure, youthful happiness. It reminds me of the times of being a little boy without a care in the world. The curiosity and blissful ignorance of the world around me was unparallelled in any other time in my life. Rubinstein was always youthful at heart and a man of great happiness and I feel as if that is what every person should strive to be known for. This is a song I will never forget and will always hold close to my heart. Absolutely delightful!
Reminds us childhood when all “ seemed “ calm with full of life in the family . Thank you for posting Arthur Rubinstein beautiful and meaningful performance.
Absolutely stunning. Magnificent. Gorgeous. Beautiful. Breathtaking. I can put every positive adjective on this comment and it won't be able to describe how amazing this piece is. This can bring me to tears.
Es la melodía más hermosa que jamás he oído... Toda la historia romántica de la música condensada en este nocturno de inigualable talento, refinamiento estilístico y técnica maravillosa. Sólo este polaco irrepetible e inmortal pudo haberlo hecho posible. Larga vida Chopin!!!
@@Sctrpiz I said rubato, not vibrato. But that being said, I do think it's possible to give the ilusion of vibrato on the piano, just as it's possible to give the ilusion of crescendo on one note, or what happens most often, the ilusion of legato. As a funny sidenote: on the clavichord that is actually how you produce vibrato (shaking the keys) haha, but you probably already knew that.
When I listen to this performance, I feel like the warm sun is shining down on me. I think it's a perfect performance that's not greasy. I don't think anyone can touch Rubinstein as much as Nocturne.
I don't disagree with you, yet many years ago I recall hearing a version by Emil Gilels which was also supremely sublime -- I cannot find it here but if anyone could challenge Rubinstein itjust could be Gilels.
I hear a lot of people play this piece quickly and without much feeling. Rubenstein was singular in how he evokes emotion and how he plays slowly and poignantly!
This brings the sweetness of a beautiful cooling essence of a forest. The damp, green encircling of trees and brush. Sunbeams streaming in between the tops of the forest branches and leaves. The sunlight touches my face with its warmth. . . . Mmmmmmmmmm. Lovely
I can only listen to this version with joy anymore. This interpretation in my opinion showcases the thoughts and feelings of Chopin's life and is accurate of the time he created the piece. Beautifully done capturing the feeling of why the music was made instead of performing what was written. Love this piece.
Back in the early 90’s when I was in college somewhere far faraway, I used to listed to this entire CD while studying. It was very relaxing, and not distracting at all. Now anytime I hear this music, it takes me right back to a much simpler time.
This is my all-time Chopin favourite nocturne,and a great performance from Arthur Rubinstein and a great interpreter of Chopin`s music,and he`s still a great performer for me.
Quite possible, the most beautiful piece ever... And yet it expresses a futility, almost like something terrible is about to happen, and these are the moments right before
Arthur Rubinstein...el sonido mas equilibradamente expresivo escuchado...la version definitiva.una composicion toma cuerpo a traves de un interprete.chpoin y rubinstein encarnan la belleza como nadie....
I watched my grandaughter playing this. She lost herself in it, and the sound and image of the day will stay with me until the day I die... And I hope I hear it as my soul floats away...
I really dont get these people who dislike such videos. Its like a dislike on a video where you show cute kittens. Its nothing bad about it! I mean... its classic!!
The best for Chopin! Watch the movie "Love of Life" on him. He captures how to capture a hall when one walks in to play-and how to rehearse and learn a piece to perform. Thanks.
@GreenKab Don't forget Rach is a composer, as such he can play music as freely as possible and anyway he likes on the occasion. So he's on another level to begin with, but Rubinstein plays extremely accessible for any audience, no need for expert ears like Cortot music
I like Rubinstein's version because there is no pretension anywhere. It sounds very natural and unforced.
He is perfect! Real Chopin!
@@MrRudvant there is written that chopin used to play the piano too softly, his forte is the piano of other composers like liszt, so idk of Rubinstein is the real chopin but a magnificent pianist
@@LagartoChicloso played softer than other pianists because his physical strength didn't allow him to. He complained that he would never hear much of his music to his liking in his own lifetime - for various reasons. He couldn't sustain a big sound himself. Other pianists couldn't play tenderly enough. Still others, like Liszt, too many liberties with his music.
@@ericwortman3180 bro, anyone can play a few pieces loudly, he wasnt that weak and his hands were medium size but they were flexible to the point that when he streched his hands he could reach a 10th easy, so imagine how much force he could produce.
Tiny female pianists can give a lot of volume, do you think he played softly becouse of lack of strenght???
I like playing softly too
You can start by imagining: (1) how someone might decorate a favorite popular song melody; (2) how Chopin decorates his melody; (3) how Rubinstein realizes Chopin's work. By doing Stage (1) you can then experience the artistry in Stages (2) & (3).
Chopin is the master of Romantic Music. Rubinstein is the master of interpreting it.
He was certainly a master of the technique. We've not heard recordings of a truly great Romantic pianist since the days of Rubinstein or Horowitz.
I do agree with you
Don't forget Krystian Zimmerman. He has mastered expression and his interpretations are other-worldly.
@@Healthwannabe7556 Also Nikolay Lugansky, no doubt he is one of the best Chopin/Rachmaninof alive interpreter.
Valentina Lisitsa is my favourite interpreter of Chopin today. She plays with so much passion❤️
This is like a beautiful sadness. It’s so hard to explain.
I get it I play it on piano
It is life -- beautiful yet fleeting.
Well explained, true.
Perhaps it’s romance?
@@sleepy4205
It’s romance
"However, It depends on your feelings at the time. If you were in a good mood, you would have been happy to listen to this piece. if you were feeling down, the piece might have made you feel both happy and sad because it expresses your emotions so intensely."
I think this performance displays a characteristic which seems all but lost these days; tenderness. It's as if we're afraid of the thing, no doubt because it equals 'weakness' in some contexts. Neither Chopin nor Rubinstein thought so; and neither do I. Wonderful.
God has a tender side. Why shant we?
Rob, please listen to the Rachmaninov recording of this Nocturne (forgiving the surface noise), and you'll hear an equally good performance with some subtle differences. Romantic pianists of this calibre are a rare species today.
Yes nowadays it's about power, forte and majestic. There is no such thing as quiet enjoyment anymore.
I think that Vadim Chaimovich might have the sort of tenderness you're looking for.
I was lucky to sit on stage next to Rubinstein at a concert in Melbourne when I was a child. The auditorium was so packed and they put chairs on the stage. Such a privilege. Today I would love to see Valentina Lisitsa. She plays Chopin with such passion.
I want to listen to this tune right before I die. Gorgeous.
MAY YOU REST IN PEACE
I think it is a wonderful idea, yes to die in peace
Same
it is not a bad idea, the death will be soft
I like this idea. For me, possibly not this particular nocturne but I'll think about it. Thanks for mentioning it.
Rubinstein spoke on the BBC many years ago about his playing He said its one thing to get the right notes and the proper technique but don't forget Music is the expression from the soul and heart - its not about performing its about the love and passion
My father walked out of a Rubinstein recital in 1929 because there were so many wrong notes. Rubinstein had apparently indulged himself too much the previous night
perfect for Chopin
I try hard to feel the passion from my soul but I'm too busy reading the notes...
Yup
@@guyjuliebarker2740 😂
This is the sound of pure, youthful happiness. It reminds me of the times of being a little boy without a care in the world. The curiosity and blissful ignorance of the world around me was unparallelled in any other time in my life. Rubinstein was always youthful at heart and a man of great happiness and I feel as if that is what every person should strive to be known for. This is a song I will never forget and will always hold close to my heart. Absolutely delightful!
I personally think it sounds like the 5 cycles of love, staring at each other, girlfriend, marriage, sex, death
Exactly! Very well expressed!
本当に癒やされます。ルービンシュタインのこの演奏を聴いたら、他の演奏家の演奏が聴けません。それ位、心に響く名演奏です。素晴らしい配信、有難う御座います。
The composition of a genius, interpreted by another genius.
A mind-blowing, heart-warming work of delicacy and passion.
Reminds us childhood when all “ seemed “ calm with full of life in the family . Thank you for posting Arthur Rubinstein beautiful and meaningful performance.
Same for me bro. I had a Casio synthesizer with this piece as a demo tune. The life seemed so magical listening to it as a child.
@@bascelija same!!!! I had that synthe too!
52 years listening to rubinstein... thank you, maestro...
Its 2023 and this is still a work of art, and somehow I just stumbled apon it unintentionally but I'm lucky I did
This is my preferred version. Absolutely stunning!
Elegant, pure, with a slight restraint. This is Chopin. Thank you Rubinstein ❤
Absolutely stunning. Magnificent. Gorgeous. Beautiful. Breathtaking. I can put every positive adjective on this comment and it won't be able to describe how amazing this piece is. This can bring me to tears.
Such slow, thought-out, and caressing playing. And what Chopin-like phrasing. Rubinstein was a genius!
The frequent and abrupt hesitations are so fitting.
Amazing.... I love rubensteins way of playing this.. amazing song, by an amazing pianist. I love chopin!
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Lol True
Perfection and elegance stand the test of time, embedded in our hearts, our spirit and our very soul. RIP Arthur Rubinstein.
Es la melodía más hermosa que jamás he oído... Toda la historia romántica de la música condensada en este nocturno de inigualable talento, refinamiento estilístico y técnica maravillosa. Sólo este polaco irrepetible e inmortal pudo haberlo hecho posible. Larga vida Chopin!!!
I've heard millions of renditions of this piece, some with a lot of rubato, some with no rubato at all, but Rubinstein's just perfect.
Millions?
@@Araconox haha you caught me! A little hyperbole might have been used 😂.
@@jcarobarrios after 10 years a couple million more I guess 😂
@@Sctrpiz I said rubato, not vibrato. But that being said, I do think it's possible to give the ilusion of vibrato on the piano, just as it's possible to give the ilusion of crescendo on one note, or what happens most often, the ilusion of legato.
As a funny sidenote: on the clavichord that is actually how you produce vibrato (shaking the keys) haha, but you probably already knew that.
I grew up with this recording and never listened to a different one.
Thank you Chopin, thank you Rubinstein
Non mi stanco mai di ascoltarla....meravigliosa
When I listen to this performance, I feel like the warm sun is shining down on me. I think it's a perfect performance that's not greasy. I don't think anyone can touch Rubinstein as much as Nocturne.
I don't disagree with you, yet many years ago I recall hearing a version by Emil Gilels which was also supremely sublime -- I cannot find it here but if anyone could challenge Rubinstein itjust could be Gilels.
Piękno muzyki Fryderyka Chopina to fenomen graniczący z cudem. Wielkość Chopina jest niezmierzona i poza wszelkimi schematami ❤️
Damn
JESUS
Jesus at least you know what music is best
You swore... But yes.
Jesus doesn't swear
While beautiful, there is an element of melancholy in Chopin's music.
Play this while watching people walk. Just beautiful.
I hear a lot of people play this piece quickly and without much feeling. Rubenstein was singular in how he evokes emotion and how he plays slowly and poignantly!
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My cat loves this. Calms her right down.
I love to hear this when a certain *LADDER* falls off accidentally when you wre progressing through a *MOUNTAIN* ..
I like to think that this will be in the end credits of the universe..
Nice idea.
This is my favorite version of Chopin's Nocturne Op. 9 No. 2!
Amazing interpretation - what else is there to say! My all time favourite recording of this wonderful piece.
I wish that I could see him perform this LIVE! Can you imagine?
i did see him in person. The 1st concert I heard as a child.
@@Sctrpiz you are beyond lucky. I’ve always dreamt of listening to him live but it never happened.
Sublime... just sublime
This brings the sweetness of a beautiful cooling essence of a forest. The damp, green encircling of trees and brush. Sunbeams streaming in between the tops of the forest branches and leaves. The sunlight touches my face with its warmth. . . . Mmmmmmmmmm. Lovely
Interesting.
I see waltzing. The gentle 3/4 time signature.
People waltzing on clouds. Dreams, even.
Pure bliss. Dancing with people you love.
Heaven.
Most beautiful!!
I can only listen to this version with joy anymore. This interpretation in my opinion showcases the thoughts and feelings of Chopin's life and is accurate of the time he created the piece. Beautifully done capturing the feeling of why the music was made instead of performing what was written. Love this piece.
Back in the early 90’s when I was in college somewhere far faraway, I used to listed to this entire CD while studying. It was very relaxing, and not distracting at all. Now anytime I hear this music, it takes me right back to a much simpler time.
Magnífico, no se mucho de música clásica pero amo a Chopin. Mi madre tenía los vinilos de Rubinstein. Me gusta la música clásica romántica.
wow TT_____TT definitely, Rubinstein is my favorite interpreted of Chopin
This is the best version of the song no one can play like him. Love it!
Hace años que vengo escuchando esta pieza y nadie hasta ahora puede igualar la interpretacion de Arthur Rubinstein.
alguna vez escuché esta obra interpretada no sé por quién, solo sé que fue lo mejor que escucharon mis oídos, la seguiré buscando....
@@arielobando2831 Claudio Arrau?
@@phantom5869 si
Moment of silence to the people who are still searching for this music 😔
either many people don’t know the name of this piece or very few people. no in between
I think this is the best performance of this piece that I’ve heard.
Chopin é o romântico.poe excelência e Rubstein é o intérprete por excelencia
This is my all-time Chopin favourite nocturne,and a great performance from Arthur Rubinstein and a great interpreter of Chopin`s music,and he`s still a great performer for me.
Personal interpretation: Reminiscing of a dead relative and the joy they brought you
Una declaración de amor a la vida y toda su belleza gracias
Quite possible, the most beautiful piece ever... And yet it expresses a futility, almost like something terrible is about to happen, and these are the moments right before
Arthur Rubinstein...el sonido mas equilibradamente expresivo escuchado...la version definitiva.una composicion toma cuerpo a traves de un interprete.chpoin y rubinstein encarnan la belleza como nadie....
I watched my grandaughter playing this. She lost herself in it, and the sound and image of the day will stay with me until the day I die... And I hope I hear it as my soul floats away...
Wonderful. The restraint is profound and entrancing.
Acabo de me apaixonar pelo trabalho desse cara, fantastico!!!
Miguel Araujo
Beautiful crisp precise version.
Arcydzieło, rewelacja ! Chopinie, geniuszu. ❤️❤️❤️
Always brings me to tears a masterpiece
Maravillosa música de Federico Chopin, la interpretación de A. Rubinstein excelente .
this is one of the masterpiece ever composed
its so gentle and perfect im amazed
magnifique tout dans la retenue et la musicalité monsieur Rubinstein vous etes inégalable dans Chopin. sophie madaghdjian pianiste classique et jazz
Stupendo !!! Meraviglioso !!! Bravissimo Maestro Artur Rubinstein !!!
Pure beauty.
I really dont get these people who dislike such videos. Its like a dislike on a video where you show cute kittens. Its nothing bad about it! I mean... its classic!!
there are people in the world who don't like classical music or cute kittens. we should just be thankful that we are not one of them.
The best for Chopin! Watch the movie "Love of Life" on him. He captures how to capture a hall when one walks in to play-and how to rehearse and learn a piece to perform. Thanks.
2021 and i still in luv with it
just...beatiful
This song brings me so much peace. I love it.
In this nocturne feels the greatest longing and sadness...
Delightful performance.
To love again always beautiful 15 Dec 2019
Heaven. This is wonderful.
this is probably one of my favorites from chopin. I just love the way he plays this though!!
The best one ! Peace of my soul 😍
Superb interpretation by Rubinstein
Fantastico 👏👏👏😘
Esta é uma das mais lindas músicas. Notei-a quando abrilhantou minha Formatura da oitava série, há 56 anos.
Höre Rubinstein seit 50 Jahren und habe nie einen besseren Chopin interpreten gehört .
The best version that I can heard! Thanks Rubinstein, thanks Chopin, and thanks you for the video! Where did you find it?
💞Te la dedico mammina bella💞 che ti faccia compagnia senza la paura del buio. 💓 Mi manchi♥
Great song this gets an Ambatukam/10
The best piano piece ever!
Cudowna muzyka i wykonanie❤
I played eminescu's role with this masterpice, thanks a lot for the best memories of my life♥️
Музыка Артура Рубинштейна наполняет меня удивительной тоской и ностальгией
masterpiece...It brings me to wonderland...
dexter reminded me why i love classical
The hero said : Ambatukamm
It's so beautiful. I remember my childhood
@GreenKab Don't forget Rach is a composer, as such he can play music as freely as possible and anyway he likes on the occasion. So he's on another level to begin with, but Rubinstein plays extremely accessible for any audience, no need for expert ears like Cortot music
ci sono 11 non mi piace?!!!!
vorrei i nomi e cognomi di questi 11 geni.....
quest'opera è divina
Ohhh fenomenal no words for this demm!
C'est magnifique!!!!!!!!!
Akhirnya bisa tidur nyenyak, dari kapan tau gw nyariin backsound ini😅
Lo mismo hice yo 😅❤
Exquisite!! Perfect in every way!!!😌😌😌😌❤️❤️❤️❤️❤️
This is the rendition i was looking for, 👏 .
Okay ... Now I've gotta learn this. Especially gotta learn to play it with such gentleness.
Did you?
@@PabloRodriguez-um5ht hes probably still practicing
Grazie Chopin
Perfect ending
Like always. We're talking about Rubinstein here.