Unfortunately, this is the first time I have ever heard of this phenomenal pianist. How I have spent such an incredible amount of time listening to music in my 70 years and been deprived of this immensely talented musician? I will listen to all of his music I can find, and always cherish the time spent!
Complete mastery of styles, the instrument, the knowledge of the tunes, the ability to extemporize - this is innate. It cannot be taught. Sheer musical brilliance. Thank you.
Of course it can be taught. Its part and parcel of good musicianship. The showmanship is what is innate. Ive seen excellent musicians, in different genres, but without that je ne sais quoi that gives another the edge. I always wondered why the Rolling Stones were so popular until I saw them live in Hyde Park. We were way way back but the personsonality that is Mick Jagger filled the whole space. The great opera performers arent just great singers they have a huge personality, often a huge ego to go with it as well.
I love the English dry sense of humor. From an American. I really really enjoyed this and those of you who didn't have only seen one side of the best of England and Europe.
I had the good fortune to see and hear this man live some years ago in a very intimate setting similar to this. Apart from his phenomenal pianistic skills, his knowledge and ability to meld any form of music into not just an entertaining presentation but a masterclass of the keyboard is mind blowing. Entertaining, funny, creative, amusing and just simply, good.
His music, composed by the world's greatest talents and beautifully performed by this exceptional musician, nourishes your soul, enhances your well-being, and positively impacts your health. I am in complete awe.
To think that an auditorium full of complete strangers could sit and listen to Harry the Piano 🎹. And come away from this experience feeling we have just had a conversation with a long lost family member. All of our fears and concerns for their wellbeing and safekeeping have been addressed. We can now, at Harry’s conclusion of an exchange of music virtuoso’s . Leave with a lighter heart and promises of a better tomorrow.?!!! Thanks Harry.
The smiling faces of the students, makes it all very right indeed….. he’s brilliant. Yes, this is a gift…. I absolutely love this series ….. glad it popped up.. I’m now a subscriber….. yeah……. Great stuff….
What an absolute genius pianist, thoroughly loved his playing, massively talented and what a huge skill and memory he has to rattle off so many wonderful tunes.. A great speaker and a genuine intellectual and a total pleasure to watch... Amazing and wonderful to watch..!!
The mature members of the audience got it. The young ones did not recognise a lot of what they were hearing. The cruise audience which he was unkind about were actually better able to understand his performance.
There should’ve been a quiz at the end of the performance to see if anyone could identify all of the snippets flowing through his brain and fingers like thoughts
Dear Oxford Union Team, I am reaching out to request your support in bringing attention to the ongoing students' protests in Pakistan. The situation there is dire, with students courageously standing up against significant challenges. Unfortunately, their voices are being suppressed, and the world needs to hear their story. Your platform has a strong influence and the ability to shed light on important issues. I kindly ask you to cover these protests and the current incidents in Pakistan, helping to inform your audience and raise global awareness about the struggles these students are facing. Your coverage could make a meaningful difference in their fight for justice. Thank you for your consideration.
@@12345BTUFunny, unless you’re old and unwell and taking a much-needed holiday, which in some cases requires a good deal of courage to brave it and get out there. A cruise is often the only solution for such people.
@@baxtercol My comment was not at all aggressive I hope, I am an expat retiree with few years of commentary left. I have followed good debates for years and enjoyed many Oxford debates. Recently, I observe that the quality of the people chosen is somewhat less than would be expected by Oxford. I hope you can raise Oxford debates to their former levels. People of worth. Of experience in real life, those that support English life and values and those against.. Be proud of Britain. You enjoy Britain but she may soon be lost in your generation but invite the true leaders opposing Britain. Crazy ! that as a Miner, I was considered Left wing by Thatcher's Conservative government and now probably Right wing by the current Labour government. I never moved or changed my ideals , governments did. SO, am I far right right or far wrong? I am just a feather in the wind?
@@eamo106 you're absolutely right. I'm old enough to have had some really good debates too. I meant my comment as a bit of dry gentle humor. I really thought you were commenting on the performer and the caliber of guests appearing at Oxford but it seems you were opining more about the audience. If that's the case, I strongly agree. I really enjoyed Harry piano, though. I've enjoyed our exchange. If you don't mind my asking, where are you located now, since you commented you are an expat? I'm an American of English, Irish and a lesser amount of Scott heritage. I miss your side of the pond. Be blessed.
@@baxtercol Sir, my comment was directed at the committee choosing the guests for the debates. The guests recently are terrible, the debates lean toward empty seats. I wish they would re-invite relevant people wishing to engage in real debate about issues that are currently important
Arrogant insulting opening comments comparing the youthful beautiful audience unfavorably to that on a cruise ship. Messy concoction of classical melodies. He's no Victor Borge. That was true genius.
Just a joke Josie. I've played on various cruise ships for 25 years and it's one of my favourite things to do. When on there I also make jokes about the younger generation. They're jokes, not insults: no malice intended. You're certainly right about Victor Borge: would that I had even 10% of his humour and ability!
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Unfortunately, this is the first time I have ever heard of this phenomenal pianist. How I have spent such an incredible amount of time listening to music in my 70 years and been deprived of this immensely talented musician? I will listen to all of his music I can find, and always cherish the time spent!
Complete mastery of styles, the instrument, the knowledge of the tunes, the ability to extemporize - this is innate. It cannot be taught. Sheer musical brilliance. Thank you.
Of course it can be taught. Its part and parcel of good musicianship. The showmanship is what is innate. Ive seen excellent musicians, in different genres, but without that je ne sais quoi that gives another the edge.
I always wondered why the Rolling Stones were so popular until I saw them live in Hyde Park. We were way way back but the personsonality that is Mick Jagger filled the whole space.
The great opera performers arent just great singers they have a huge personality, often a huge ego to go with it as well.
Thank you so much Oxford Union for giving us all in far flung places access to such excellent and informative entertainment. ❤
Absolutely outstanding. Music just pours from his fingertips....
I love to see an artist that loves his craft. I am jealous of all the individuals that were able to hear this live.
That room should have been packed. Phenomenal and truly inspiring.
I love the English dry sense of humor. From an American. I really really enjoyed this and those of you who didn't have only seen one side of the best of England and Europe.
An absolute delight to be entertained by this wonderful pianist. To this talent I could listen for hours.
Magnificent musicianship! The more you know music, the more you cannot stop watching this! Amazing!
So did you stop soon? 😊
I could not stop. ☺
@@eddydelrio1303 Oh, so you know music very much...
Yes.
I had the good fortune to see and hear this man live some years ago in a very intimate setting similar to this. Apart from his phenomenal pianistic skills, his knowledge and ability to meld any form of music into not just an entertaining presentation but a masterclass of the keyboard is mind blowing. Entertaining, funny, creative, amusing and just simply, good.
A master no doubt accomplished in every style of composition worth knowing and delivering it with humor and grace. Bravo master
His music, composed by the world's greatest talents and beautifully performed by this exceptional musician, nourishes your soul, enhances your well-being, and positively impacts your health. I am in complete awe.
To think that an auditorium full of complete strangers could sit and listen to Harry the Piano 🎹. And come away from this experience feeling we have just had a conversation with a long lost family member. All of our fears and concerns for their wellbeing and safekeeping have been addressed. We can now, at Harry’s conclusion of an exchange of music virtuoso’s . Leave with a lighter heart and promises of a better tomorrow.?!!! Thanks Harry.
Fantastic! Never heard of this musician before. Very gifted, very few quacks... 10 out of 10.
Such an inspiring performance and a beautiful instrument! Bravo Harry! 👏👏👏
What a fantastically fun performance! Outstanding musical (and comic!) talent!
Amazing … so glad this appeared
Wonderful and engaging performance. Glad to see he finally get a glass of water. 🙂
Illustrious and mind blowing performance❤
The smiling faces of the students, makes it all very right indeed….. he’s brilliant. Yes, this is a gift…. I absolutely love this series ….. glad it popped up.. I’m now a subscriber….. yeah……. Great stuff….
Know nothing about music but man the chap can for sure tickle the ivories.
First time listening to this pianist musician entertainer, wow absolutely amazing, thanks so much Harry the piano, ❤
BRILLIANCE🥰
What an absolute genius pianist, thoroughly loved his playing, massively talented and what a huge skill and memory he has to rattle off so many wonderful tunes.. A great speaker and a genuine intellectual and a total pleasure to watch... Amazing and wonderful to watch..!!
The Oscar Peterson reference is brilliant
Caught Harry at the Crazy Coqs in Picadilly Circus last year - he was fantastic!
Stream of consciousness expressed through a piano? Wonderful and bonkers.
Very innovative playing. I recognized almost all the pieces contained within the medlies!
A great George Gershwin fan from AUSTRALIA.
That performance could persuade every learner to jack it in right now.
I’m going to take up knitting 😂😂
Anyone need a piano? One careful owner…
Nah. Im running to my piano.
Im inspired.
Excellent piano playing
Brilliant.
Wonderful really wonderful - you start of thinking its bloody Liberace and realise he is at least Rick Wakeman and then himself...
Bravo Sir!
Excelente , parabéns Harry!
Brilliant
Wonderful
The mature members of the audience got it. The young ones did not recognise a lot of what they were hearing. The cruise audience which he was unkind about were actually better able to understand his performance.
He wasn't being unkind. He was just poking fun and he didn't discriminate. Have we forgotten the difference? Humor and music go together very nicely.
maybe one day in the future some will (young ones) will "get it"; when they lease expect it.
Pianists and entertainers are a force for good debate pls
There should’ve been a quiz at the end of the performance to see if anyone could identify all of the snippets flowing through his brain and fingers like thoughts
Oh yes indeed.
🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉
Dear Oxford Union Team,
I am reaching out to request your support in bringing attention to the ongoing students' protests in Pakistan. The situation there is dire, with students courageously standing up against significant challenges. Unfortunately, their voices are being suppressed, and the world needs to hear their story. Your platform has a strong influence and the ability to shed light on important issues. I kindly ask you to cover these protests and the current incidents in Pakistan, helping to inform your audience and raise global awareness about the struggles these students are facing. Your coverage could make a meaningful difference in their fight for justice.
Thank you for your consideration.
I did comment…. Very favorably. Where is my comment???
can anyone tell me the name of the piece he is playing starting at 8.35 ?
Theme from Diva, Sentimental Promenade by Vladimir Cosma
So few laughters to his party pieces … sad
But lots of continuously smiling faces. - except for the "very serious music Mensch".
I thought the same, maybe the audience is too young to understand the humour, I don't know
Oh gosh, the Australians require no plaudits.
You couldn't get Benjamin Grosvenor or Lang Lang??
Steinway artists performing at a Kawai Concert Series? You work it out.
Liberace is not dead! But he's got a rival. Too bad he had a stiff upper lip audience. They missed the entertainment.
Astonishing technique, but it’s tiring listening to music in snatches
Stay safe???
But, can he boogie?
Yes
What's the problem with Andrew Lloyd Webber? Many famous composers ' borrow' themes from one another. Is there something personal?
Those cameramen really need to rely less on autofocus.
Is he making fun of old people? 😮
No he just made a joke
He is making fun of old PERSONS.
@@12345BTU me too 😜
@@jayclarke6671 good 😜
@@12345BTUFunny, unless you’re old and unwell and taking a much-needed holiday, which in some cases requires a good deal of courage to brave it and get out there. A cruise is often the only solution for such people.
Hanging in here on my subscription Oxford Union...Just ,, . but its becoming very boring! 2024 Piano .
You are not the forum that you were ?
🙄
Would you care to debate your position 😊?
@@baxtercol My comment was not at all aggressive I hope, I am an expat retiree with few years of commentary left.
I have followed good debates for years and enjoyed many Oxford debates. Recently, I observe that the quality of the people chosen is somewhat less than would be expected by Oxford. I hope you can raise Oxford debates to their former levels.
People of worth. Of experience in real life, those that support English life and values and those against..
Be proud of Britain. You enjoy Britain but she may soon be lost in your generation but invite the true leaders opposing Britain.
Crazy ! that as a Miner, I was considered Left wing by Thatcher's Conservative government and now probably Right wing by the current Labour government.
I never moved or changed my ideals , governments did.
SO, am I far right right or far wrong? I am just a feather in the wind?
@@eamo106 you're absolutely right. I'm old enough to have had some really good debates too. I meant my comment as a bit of dry gentle humor. I really thought you were commenting on the performer and the caliber of guests appearing at Oxford but it seems you were opining more about the audience. If that's the case, I strongly agree. I really enjoyed Harry piano, though. I've enjoyed our exchange. If you don't mind my asking, where are you located now, since you commented you are an expat? I'm an American of English, Irish and a lesser amount of Scott heritage. I miss your side of the pond. Be blessed.
@@baxtercol Sir, my comment was directed at the committee choosing the guests for the debates. The guests recently are terrible, the debates lean toward empty seats.
I wish they would re-invite relevant people wishing to engage in real debate about issues that are currently important
Arrogant insulting opening comments comparing the youthful beautiful audience unfavorably to that on a cruise ship. Messy concoction of classical melodies. He's no Victor Borge. That was true genius.
Just a joke Josie. I've played on various cruise ships for 25 years and it's one of my favourite things to do. When on there I also make jokes about the younger generation. They're jokes, not insults: no malice intended. You're certainly right about Victor Borge: would that I had even 10% of his humour and ability!
Well, that was boring!
Knob