TOP 20 GREATEST CLASSICAL VIOLIN INTROS 🎻

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  • Опубликовано: 6 фев 2024
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    Reuploaded for HD version (and perhaps crediting the “Spring” Sonata to the wrong guy XD)
    Recorded with pianist Julio Elizalde ( / juliothepianist ) at the San Francisco Conservatory of Music
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  • @RayChenViolinist
    @RayChenViolinist  4 месяца назад +129

    Are you looking for practice motivation? Good news, I have it ready for you on Tonic: tonicmusic.app/join-in 🎉 Join the largest practice community in the world

    • @coltonclark1901
      @coltonclark1901 4 месяца назад +4

      Yo my orchestra is going on tour in April and is gonna be at your concert in Seattle I'm super exited!

    • @agatafurczyk9149
      @agatafurczyk9149 4 месяца назад +2

    • @prabhakaransingh6679
      @prabhakaransingh6679 4 месяца назад +5

      Man I would really love if u do a reaction video to roman Kim's violin pieces

    • @neontetra5766
      @neontetra5766 4 месяца назад +2

      Hey Ray, could you please make a video of your favorite violin pieces, top 20? curious to know your favorites!

    • @marikothecheetah9342
      @marikothecheetah9342 4 месяца назад +1

      Go easy on the bow! They want to live, I mean play, too! :D Great video, as usual.

  • @viniciusantoss
    @viniciusantoss 4 месяца назад +512

    Ray is not himself without breaking a hair bow in the first few seconds of playing lol. Marvelous playing from both musicians! :)

    • @elliotarundella7581
      @elliotarundella7581 4 месяца назад +7

      HAHA yes! I hate it when people say you're playing too aggressively if your hair breaks, it's just different for every player, and Ray is a beautiful player!

  • @RayChenViolinist
    @RayChenViolinist  4 месяца назад +651

    Accidentally uploaded a potato quality draft version yesterday 💀 HENCE WHY SOME OF YOU EARLY BIRDS HAVE ALREADY SEEN IT

    • @ameliakowalska2440
      @ameliakowalska2440 4 месяца назад +10

      Thank you again😉for such a wonderful performance 👏👏👏👏

    • @iosif.stanescu
      @iosif.stanescu 4 месяца назад

      Yep

    • @iosif.stanescu
      @iosif.stanescu 4 месяца назад

      No problem.❤❤

    • @ducks5377
      @ducks5377 4 месяца назад +1

      hehehe 🤭

    • @Wandyissocute
      @Wandyissocute 4 месяца назад +4

      I was like ehh Ray don’t usually just post it anyway It’s Ray who care lol

  • @cleavonolivera801
    @cleavonolivera801 4 месяца назад +232

    I love how the transitions between each piece is so smooth and almost seamless

  • @Cello2779
    @Cello2779 4 месяца назад +157

    I’m a a cellist, but I knew most of these because of TwoSet! Also, hell yes Ray breaking a hair immediately 😂

    • @qe1025
      @qe1025 3 месяца назад +1

      Yeah, I wanted to write the same.

  • @Exayevie
    @Exayevie 4 месяца назад +103

    2:22 Thank God, I was waiting for that the whole video 😅

    • @carolhayes7750
      @carolhayes7750 4 месяца назад +5

      me too! that loose bow hair was driving me crazy!😂 (although I was actually hoping it was going to be the Sibelius. but that was the very next one!)

    • @Msmcarlos
      @Msmcarlos 4 месяца назад +1

      Same here… ocd kicked in i guess😂😂😂

    • @MachaLatte123
      @MachaLatte123 4 месяца назад +1

      I find the Sibelius intro way too dramatic and too fragmented / choppy. I prefer the violin solo start as a sustained whisper and steadily build up the intensity.

    • @Sillyfishy7
      @Sillyfishy7 4 месяца назад +2

      @@MachaLatte123he meant the part ray removed the snapped bow hair lol

  • @rafaelterrazas9957
    @rafaelterrazas9957 5 дней назад +2

    BEAUTIFUL. I RECOGNIZED ALL OF THEM. I PLAYED VIOLIN FOR OVER 50 YEAR'S. I WOULD STILL BE PLAYING, BUT I INJURED MY LEFT HAND. I NEED SURGERY, SO HOPEFULLY ONE DAY I'LL BE BACK AT IT. 👍

  • @sabrinai
    @sabrinai 4 месяца назад +81

    Can proudly say after going to twoset uni, I recognized 15 pieces/movements! Thanks so much for this fun "arrangement" of all these pieces together!

  • @marianaitriago6299
    @marianaitriago6299 4 месяца назад +34

    Ray has mastered the violin...and the facial expressions to perfection.😅

  • @a0918ling
    @a0918ling 4 месяца назад +24

    I really enjoy every album of yours on YT music, as well as this wonderful performance.

    • @RayChenViolinist
      @RayChenViolinist  4 месяца назад +30

      Thank you so much! I will treat myself to ice cream tomorrow🍦

  • @wayallen831
    @wayallen831 4 месяца назад +70

    Did anyone notice a bird fly over when he played Spring by Beethoven? How fitting!

  • @pacenal_18
    @pacenal_18 4 месяца назад +42

    Your music connects with people, and I think that's what makes you different from just another good violinist. Thank you for sharing the beauty of music

    • @yishihara55527
      @yishihara55527 4 месяца назад +1

      Yes...like Coca Cola.

    • @pacenal_18
      @pacenal_18 4 месяца назад +1

      @@yishihara55527 exactly

  • @SaeMatsunaga
    @SaeMatsunaga 4 месяца назад +64

    Thanks for sharing this, Ray! I am always amazed by how colorful your sound is. In one piece, it was very soft and sweet, then in another, it quickly switched to full of sorrow and agony. Big shout out to Julio too, I appreciate you two working together to make this video for us!

  • @mikeolson1194
    @mikeolson1194 19 дней назад +1

    Ray, you're amazing whether you're playing a concert, playing with someone in a restaurant or airport, or playing for a cartoon. It's fun to watch you so effortlessly knock out these incredible pieces.

  • @mannarachelg
    @mannarachelg 4 месяца назад +29

    y’all why didn’t I know tonic was FREE till now like 😭 just installed it and I already feel inspired to learn a piece or two I’ve heard people play. though reviews say it’s buggy it’s been working fine for me till now but I LOVE the concept and the fact that it’s made by a genuine musician to millions of others. Much love!! ❤️

  • @MrNigelTBean
    @MrNigelTBean 4 месяца назад +10

    Pagannini, Vivaldi and Beethoven for me. All were fabulous. I love your passion and the emotion you bring to your playing.

  • @ajessm
    @ajessm 4 месяца назад +6

    Love the way Ray's demeanour changes as he gets into the emotion of each piece. No wonder it was exhausting. Fantastic performance.

  • @sheijuna
    @sheijuna 3 месяца назад +3

    3:54 MY JOY WHEN I HEARD THIS!!! Love this intro so so so much!!

  • @norenemorrow6362
    @norenemorrow6362 Месяц назад +4

    I just love watching you play because your facial expressions always reflect the emotions you feel in each piece. There is no doubt that you love what you do……..And your playing isn’t to shabby either. 😊 Bravo!

  • @robertoalvarez88
    @robertoalvarez88 4 месяца назад +7

    Dude, you and Julio rock!!! I still remember sitting front row at a recital you gave at Copley Symphony Hall in San Diego in 2015. Best classical concert ever!!

  • @christaherwig0404
    @christaherwig0404 4 месяца назад +4

    It's unbelievable to me how Ray changes at such a speed. The transitions are incredibly well done. An absolute pleasure with Julio 🎶🎻❤️🎹🎶

  • @ecalpon1
    @ecalpon1 3 месяца назад +4

    Wish there’s full versions of each piece!! Didn’t want him to stop and switch! Love the passionate playing. Thank you!

  • @rachelpenndragon1926
    @rachelpenndragon1926 4 месяца назад +3

    Beautiful! And what a delight to hear you play these!

  • @runknownz3606
    @runknownz3606 4 месяца назад +5

    The Bach partita Prelude is one of my favorite pieces and discovering the Preludio - Ysaye for the first time was incredible! Loved it, thanks for doing this!

  • @DanZayza-ib3ti
    @DanZayza-ib3ti 4 месяца назад

    TY RAY for this awesome montage of greats; truly one of my favs and unfortunate to have missed you in Toronto the other week. TY BRETT AND EDDIE for luring me into this world and within months being able to recognize and appreciate pieces like this when they come across.

  • @raymundredor7551
    @raymundredor7551 4 месяца назад

    Absolutely breathtaking! More power, Ray!

  • @Dilsli
    @Dilsli 4 месяца назад +3

    There are so many years of blood, sweat and tears in the making of a video like this! All the practice to get to this level! Wow! A big shout out to all fantastic musicians out there!

  • @rosalindaviolin
    @rosalindaviolin 4 месяца назад +8

    Every interpretation was beautifully played 👏👏

  • @debbyhsieh2937
    @debbyhsieh2937 4 месяца назад +1

    So smooth for each transaction ❤ and Ray always so passionate for his music

  • @quintonkuhn
    @quintonkuhn 4 месяца назад +7

    Absolutely breathtaking. Amazing job musicians!

  • @ilamel
    @ilamel 4 месяца назад

    Oh Ray, I love the passion and intensity that exude from your face when you play. Just amazing. I hope I can hear you playing live in a concert hall one day.

  • @chris2lsy
    @chris2lsy 3 месяца назад

    The transition is sooo smooth the connection is perfect

  • @Li_Zi
    @Li_Zi 4 месяца назад +1

    I love your creativity. You inspire the young generation to have fun with classical music.🥰The transitions between songs are amazing, I've never seen a compilation like this before. I went to two of your concerts in Germany and Cologne. We are waiting for you in Poland!❤❤

  • @raullcalzadilla3541
    @raullcalzadilla3541 4 месяца назад +4

    Thank you for playing so beautifully. I am not a musical person but I was emotional along with you and the pianist.

  • @emelle9705
    @emelle9705 2 месяца назад +1

    In a master artist’s hands, like your’s, Ray, I love that the violin can be both brightly evocative and hauntingly retrospective at the same time. The emotional depths of each expression are like the great storytellers of history. I can feel my heart beat slow or the sublime rush of anticipation with each movement of the bow. ❤

  • @chia_s_ee_d
    @chia_s_ee_d 4 месяца назад +1

    AHHHH so many of my favourite pieces here!!!

  • @Light71717
    @Light71717 4 месяца назад

    This is so wholesome, god bless you Ray 🤍

  • @MrAlan0151
    @MrAlan0151 3 месяца назад +2

    Love this player, brilliant, with a sense of fun.

  • @megumilow491
    @megumilow491 3 месяца назад +2

    Wonderful compilations and how beautifully Ray had played each pieces. It felt like a story had been told by different composer.

  • @davidtruong9367
    @davidtruong9367 19 дней назад +1

    Master Class of the all-time classics. Keep up the great work bringing class , talent and style to this wonderful art.

  • @theprojectofgiving3886
    @theprojectofgiving3886 2 месяца назад

    Your facial expressions and the way fou feel what you're playing is what makes the music even more palpable ❤

  • @SDGministry
    @SDGministry 3 месяца назад

    This is awesome, Ray! I love this video because I recognized a lot of these pieces and it’s inspiring to see the repertoire up ahead. Right now I am working on the Bruch Finale, and it is very fun and exciting to play.

  • @lucienazario2786
    @lucienazario2786 4 месяца назад +10

    That's okay Ray. It is always amazing and very entertaining to watch you play so beautifully!!! Your music is full of emotions.

    • @lucienazario2786
      @lucienazario2786 4 месяца назад

      Congratulations Ray and of course Julio Elizalde who has played with you all these years.... even during your early years as a solo concert violinist. Hats off to the two of you. Keep going!!!

  • @Sohyun_Ko
    @Sohyun_Ko 4 месяца назад

    Best violin video ever. I love all perfect pieces connect together

  • @roystewart4386
    @roystewart4386 4 месяца назад

    That was a great selection of violin compositions. Well performed too. Thanks.

  • @chia_s_ee_d
    @chia_s_ee_d 4 месяца назад +3

    Dang, the transitions are smooth af!!😊❤

  • @PK-ms5fb
    @PK-ms5fb 4 месяца назад +2

    An amazing collection of violin pieces played by one of the most amazing violinists of our time. ❤❤❤
    I know all except No.3 on this list.

  • @cthdacentroterapeuticoholi3284
    @cthdacentroterapeuticoholi3284 3 месяца назад +1

    Music on string instruments FASCINATES me, but the Violin is MY FAVORITE. The way you interpret each melody makes my life more happy. My patients really like it, they relax and feel HAPPY. Thank you for every video you share here Infinite Blessings 🙏

  • @natehirsh
    @natehirsh 4 месяца назад

    You are so gifted Sir. My deepest admiration to you. It is incredible how you master so much complicated and difficult to perform musical masterpieces.

  • @kristingarson2413
    @kristingarson2413 4 месяца назад +1

    I can see that a lot of work went into this. This is very creative! Bravo! You created "Introduction Junction!"

  • @sarasate89
    @sarasate89 4 месяца назад +1

    Absolutely amazing! I'd love to hear each of these in full. I'm hoping one day I'll get to see you live in concert, if you come to London again!

  • @yizhouwang2995
    @yizhouwang2995 4 месяца назад

    Love ur video! Always playing with such bright smile really inspiring 🎉

  • @jiayiisconfused3103
    @jiayiisconfused3103 4 месяца назад

    honestly feeling very proud that ive learnt a good couple of these during my violin-learning days... as i'm studying abroad i havent been able to practice in a very long time but i really dont think i'll ever forget lol. it'll stay with me

  • @Andrew_from_Oz_Vinyl_Landscape
    @Andrew_from_Oz_Vinyl_Landscape 4 месяца назад

    Many thx Ray the timbre of your violin was exquisite!

  • @heliharrikari
    @heliharrikari 4 месяца назад +1

    Absolutely brilliant 🔥🔥🔥 Thank you 🙏

  • @rebel.taylord
    @rebel.taylord 4 месяца назад

    This is so exciting and fun to watch, thank you! I don't play the violin but still really enjoyed this! 👏🏻👏🏻

  • @sarahy4032
    @sarahy4032 4 месяца назад

    so beautifully played ❤️

  • @briangroner4400
    @briangroner4400 3 месяца назад

    loved this!!

  • @russellli2297
    @russellli2297 Месяц назад

    Omg, just got tix to your June 7 th Violin recital in HK. Can’t wait to listen to you playing the Dance of the goblins. Am bringing my two boys along, as they are deeply inspired by you! Thanks for uploading interesting RUclips videos. You are making an impact!

  • @Ch215t1anxyz
    @Ch215t1anxyz Месяц назад +2

    I play youtube music in my background when I work on other tasks. When I heard this, I have to take a look. It's so good.

  • @markkeller9378
    @markkeller9378 4 месяца назад

    Superb! You are a joy to listen to.

  • @xx3xx3
    @xx3xx3 2 месяца назад

    Those transitions are very satisfying

  • @emmanuelmengot9061
    @emmanuelmengot9061 4 месяца назад

    This is so amazing Sir.
    U really have a mastery of the violin

  • @2LUV3VIOLin28
    @2LUV3VIOLin28 4 месяца назад +2

    This video was just Ray riding a emotional rollor coaster:) Wonderful job to both musicians! I recognize all but no.18.

  • @jontlei
    @jontlei 4 месяца назад

    This is brilliant!!

  • @magkal8690
    @magkal8690 4 месяца назад

    Thank you for reminding me I should listen more often the entire concerts or pieces of this great music...

  • @conradgittins4476
    @conradgittins4476 4 месяца назад

    On ya Ray. That's a lot of fun. I'm familiar with all of those intros and have even played some. The Spring sonata is a favourite.

  • @erikainga1989
    @erikainga1989 4 месяца назад

    This was amazing ❤

  • @peterbaxter8151
    @peterbaxter8151 4 месяца назад

    That was great fun Ray.

  • @deborahendersby7234
    @deborahendersby7234 15 дней назад

    Recognised them all. Played do beautifully that I wept ❤

  • @keagengertse366
    @keagengertse366 3 месяца назад

    Your Csardas Ray is absolutely amazing! Sounds like a French Cafe experience. Love it!

  • @Ilcannone1743aficionado
    @Ilcannone1743aficionado Месяц назад

    Bravo, I'm familiar with all of those, but the Paganini part is just from another world....Thank you!!!!
    I keep myself motivated just doing violin test!!! I have around 30 and keep growing....I do appreciate taking your time to do this videos...LV

  • @This-isGirl
    @This-isGirl 4 месяца назад

    It's too much Ray! You're killing me! 😆 I watched it a few times. Hope it's on your FB so I can put it into my feed ❤

  • @Alexander-kh2rc
    @Alexander-kh2rc 4 месяца назад

    Upload more of your playing please! this is awesome

  • @walkingnow
    @walkingnow 4 месяца назад

    Love every piece.

  • @fortunetell3r
    @fortunetell3r 4 месяца назад

    beautiful !

  • @foxjacket
    @foxjacket 4 месяца назад

    Wooooo love Julio ❤❤❤

  • @guillermoriveranunez5974
    @guillermoriveranunez5974 4 месяца назад +1

    Best compilation evere

  • @Chirs7
    @Chirs7 Месяц назад +1

    Amazing, I’ll attempt these pieces 🙏

  • @sarahcowan1489
    @sarahcowan1489 4 месяца назад +1

    I only recognized 3!! Guess I'll keep listening...Ray is amazing ❤️

  • @user-fq6cw1fy2u
    @user-fq6cw1fy2u 12 дней назад

    Yeah ~~You did it🎉

  • @lizziemomoua
    @lizziemomoua 4 месяца назад

    Amazing !! ❤❤❤

  • @purpletiger9313
    @purpletiger9313 4 месяца назад

    Halfway through I suddenly got the same feeling I get when listening to The Beatles "LOVE" CD, a compilation of Beatles tunes transitioned and mixed by Giles Martin, George Martin's son. Smooth segues, classic music, you have to love it. Nice job maestro Chen!

  • @bindak
    @bindak 4 месяца назад

    I’m so proud of myself! Because of TSV, I recognized most of the pieces (!), versus only one (vivaldi ofc 🤣). I really wanted you to play more! Gorgeous playing, as always 💕💕

  • @alis3270
    @alis3270 4 месяца назад

    You guys Made my day¡ Thanks

  • @yukiyavalentine5867
    @yukiyavalentine5867 4 месяца назад +1

    Always a pleasure to watch you play ! I hope my sons can play like you one day , I put them on tonic :D Paganini Caprice is their target in 10 years

  • @mootal2812
    @mootal2812 Месяц назад +1

    Ray is really amazing! 🎉🎉🎉

  • @JC-oo1im
    @JC-oo1im Месяц назад

    Amazing!

  • @WSBM
    @WSBM 4 месяца назад +3

    That was ridiculously good.

  • @MrFoxy77
    @MrFoxy77 Месяц назад

    I got all of them! Ray never dissapoints!

  • @johnpeskey4519
    @johnpeskey4519 3 месяца назад

    These are really wonderful! I have an edition (printed) of the Caprices that includes these at the end! Thanks for posting. Kind regards

  • @camilablw
    @camilablw 4 месяца назад

    I absolutely love watching Ray play.

  • @isabellanakahara
    @isabellanakahara 4 месяца назад

    Massively fun and enjoyable, Ray. You can do this some more if you like.

  • @user-uv7wo3kl8w
    @user-uv7wo3kl8w 2 месяца назад +2

    心揺さぶられるえんそうにうたれました🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉🎉

  • @annairons1369
    @annairons1369 Месяц назад +1

    Super talented I loved it Thankyou

  • @NgocAnhNguyen-1501
    @NgocAnhNguyen-1501 4 месяца назад

    The way he plays the violin is like telling a story, and this video makes me curious about the body and the ending of those stories 😂. And I don't know why but my heart suddenly felt warm when I saw him wiping the sweat at the end of the video. I don't know if one day I will be able to hear him play violin in person, but I will be very happy if that day comes. ❤

  • @piano.is.a.language
    @piano.is.a.language 4 месяца назад

    Wow the sweat!! Great playing, both of you!

  • @elleneugenio9986
    @elleneugenio9986 4 месяца назад

    Wonderful... encore 👏👏👏

  • @JudyHisso
    @JudyHisso 4 месяца назад

    Perfectionialism .. not sure this is a word .. but just like your playing .. not usuall ❤❤

  • @gae11e
    @gae11e 17 дней назад

    2:25, the moment I was finally relieved !! 😂 Couldn't take my eyes off of that hair bow until then.