My Grandmother was a Cassically trained pianist who played all the classics on radio. She used to listen to Liberace on the radio before he was on tv. I have been a professional guitarist for over 50 years. And also play piano and banjo. I have always loved Liberace and his playing and showmanship. He was one of a kind for sure. Years ago i visited The Liberace Museum in Nevada. What a gentle talented man he was. God Bless him and all the years he gave his talent to the world( for a price of course).
Damn! His control, voicing, even scale,...this guy was NOT just a Vegas act. I know, I know...he waters down somethings (I've performed this piece), but his HEART...is music. Liberace was NOT about notes. He was all about the music. Someone please bring this back.
Always enjoyed his pieces, showmanship, wit, and always smiling. He made everything look so easy. I like the idea he had about letting everyday people know about classical music, and how it could be enjoyed by all.
Liberace - Tonight We Love: [Tchaikovsky - Concerto in D Flat Minor; in which in this music video Liberace gave credit to the music artist, and Liberace always credited the creators of the magnificent songs he played.] your music composition's Liberace are always captivating with so much indepth passion! TY 'showmanlee' for uploading this music video. :) Trinkett
Among the many things that set Liberace apart from typical "classically trained pianists"; he made classical music accessible, entertaining and communicating to common folk, while mixing in more familiar tunes...but always presenting it with all the ceremonial pomp and glitter he knew it deserved. That's why he's called "Mr. Showmanship".
My wife and I were privileged to see him perform live in Melbourne Australia in 1985 before he took ill. We have his personally signed program and an LP we bought that night. One night we willl never forget.
Liberace was such a warm and fun-loving man, who clearly enjoyed what he was doing, as much as those who enjoyed listening to and watching him do it. I think Liberace brought some very special joy to this world, and I see nothing wrong with what he did. He was beyond a mere competent pianist, who chose to bring a smile and a sparkle to his showmanship. He may not have been your cup of tea. But others certainly liked what this man was pouring from his pot.
Heavens! Wasn't that marvelous! I'm in awe..Liberace was a true one of a kind. Bless his memory for all the pleasure he gave his public. A joy forever. Thanks for posting.
I used to watch Liberace on t.v. growing up. Such brilliant talent! I am also a professional musician and know well the arduous long hours of practice practice practice prior to doing a concert tour. THANKYOU LIBERACE !!! ( for the years of hearing you play).
He was a very kind and gentle human being . His gift , he shared with all of us . He was a part of this wonderful Universe and his legacy was his music. Always remember him , I know I will.
Victor Borge once said "the world is full of great pianists but the only two most people remember is me and Liberace". I think that referred to the showmanship at which Liberace created standards that modern "stars" have no hope of reaching.
Such an entertainer, yet a pro in showmanship, talented, witty, always a smile, and he adored his fans and always told them so with even a sincere thank you at closing every performance. I would have loved to have seen one of his shows . Rest in peace sir.
Liberace played with such perfection and with such life in everything he played. A prodigy who chose not to pursue the concert stage, but rather to take the music he loved to the people who truly loved him and his music--the common folk. His influence on the entire music world will never be known!
I really really really think that to play romantic music, you just need a flamboyant personality, and that is why Liberace just fits like a glove for this
Entertaining and astoundingly flamboyant, Liberace, like most of the brilliant, was ahead of his time. His unusual attire and lifestyle of candelabras and jewels was intriguing and fun to all, because he just did what he liked to do. He was truly original. He always makes me smile.
You know, I'm 20 years old, and Liberace is one of my favorite musicians. Of course I love music anyways, but the way he played was MARVELOUS in every way. It takes talent to play like that. As well as I'm watching this because one of my FAVORITE composers is Tchaikovsky
Nice to read that you are thirty one now hope u have survived virus l am eighty saw Liberace in person first when l was thirteen in 1956 luv olive England xx
@Olive Lane Oh wow! I forgot about this comment! Olive, thank you for bringing me back. I am 31 now! I had the virus twice and still standing (sometimes barely ha) Amazing how time flies. I hope you have many more years on you. Stay safe, and thank you for bringing me back to this.
Yes I consider it an honor to have been there that night. We very nearly didnt go as the prices were $100 a ticket, but I sad to my wife what the hell lets go, we might never ever see him in person again. Little did I reaslise how prophetic those words were going to be.
makes me shiver it is so beautiful he makes you feel part of the music I saw him in vegas in 1967 I still get the same feeling when he plays I think it is because he puts his whole self into it
@@rickdeckard1075 Mate, that can't be demonstrable because the very existence of people who enjoy him shatters the notion that he's universally boring.
One of only a meager handful of the top super geniuses that have walked the earth. A tortured soul who felt he had to hide his secret, and that was a great tragedy. We sincerely wish he never had to carry that burden and we pray he's found rest and comfort in the arms of his beloved Jesus.
From what I see I would have seen no different anyways. Possibly in his eyes he didn't want to be known as a gay performer but just a performer. He didn't perform to speak for a certain group of people he performed because that was obviously what he enjoyed. Regardless he gave off a unique persona on stage and that's that.
I remember when I was a youngster seeing Liberace on the tv when his music was controlling a fantastic water feature it was magic - he had just released his new LP 'a brand new me'
Both Tchaikovsky and Liberace were brilliant musicians who had to hide their sexualities to protect their careers and livelihoods, tragically romantic to see him playing such a beautiful song
Lee was my neighbor in Palm Springs. My family owned 222 Chino Drive, across from Lee's house. I was married in the church next door some decades later. :-) The home is recently owned by one of Kirk Douglas's sons (not Michael) and was formerly the love-nest of Clark Gable and Carole Lombard (!) as well as a United States ambassador (!). I didn't see Lee while I lived there due to his hectic schedule and my relative youth but the Baby Grand Piano that was there is now here at my place (downstairs) and has weathered 2 generations playing on it rather well I might add) including Miss April who has stunned with some extemporaneous compositions lasting lengthy periods in-between her guitar, trumpet, and violin. My mom hosted a number of walkthroughs at Lee's place in-between her Palm Springs Life society page editorship and the Desert Sun. :-))))
Brandon Greenleaf Despite your disbelief there really are people with more interesting lives than your own. Clues to his credibility include the use of a real name and a real address. Pretenders never furnish such details as they can easily prove them wrong.
Stuart Cracraft - That is wonderful indeed! Liberace was wonderful in so man ways. It is comforting o see effects his life has had on others. by the way - I too love Palm Springs!
Gosh, what a special performance.he was so talented, witty, kind and gentle.my Gramma met him in California and had her picture taken with him by his convertible.she loved him so much.his constant smile made u comfortable, like he was part of ur family.i miss him.
Liberace's Tchaikovsky passes the test of time, that's for sure. It didn't seem like he missed anything either. It's a pity he died so young. I would have liked to see him share a stage with Andre Rieu.
Other musicians had a similar approach to making the classics accessible. The great Virgil Fox did this at the Pipe organ and the touring organ he played in concert. He made Bach a household name. I love Liberace and Fox both for their unique qualities in bringing classical music alive for all.
Liberace so wonderfully talented. It's a shame his mansion and museum are abandon in total disarray. Watch video on CZcams. The "Before" and "After" made me feel so sad. I wish someone would buy the property and bring it to it's former glory! We love you Lee.
My Grandmother was a Cassically trained pianist who played all the classics on radio. She used to listen to Liberace on the radio before he was on tv. I have been a professional guitarist for over 50 years. And also play piano and banjo. I have always loved Liberace and his playing and showmanship. He was one of a kind for sure. Years ago i visited The Liberace Museum in Nevada. What a gentle talented man he was. God Bless him and all the years he gave his talent to the world( for a price of course).
One of the best pianists ever to live.....Liberace, an unreplaceable talent.
I am not gay, yet I adore him for his personality and talent. With my ears I listen and with my heart I danced with every key stroke he played.
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Don’t need to be gay to appreciate his bravado and his music
I was born in 99 and didn't know of Him until a few years ago, I'm so glad I discovered him music - it always makes me happy :)
Damn! His control, voicing, even scale,...this guy was NOT just a Vegas act. I know, I know...he waters down somethings (I've performed this piece), but his HEART...is music. Liberace was NOT about notes. He was all about the music. Someone please bring this back.
Liberace was a prodigy and a virtuoso; classically trained. A brilliant pianist. Don't put him down. He has stunning classical technique.
And he has a style all his own. He still makes me smile. I'm 35 but I'm a senior. ;-)
He was probably one of the best
Always enjoyed his pieces, showmanship, wit, and always smiling. He made everything look so easy. I like the idea he had about letting everyday people know about classical music, and how it could be enjoyed by all.
Liberace - Tonight We Love: [Tchaikovsky - Concerto in D Flat Minor; in which in this music video Liberace gave credit to the music artist, and Liberace always credited the creators of the magnificent songs he played.] your music composition's Liberace are always captivating with so much indepth passion! TY 'showmanlee' for uploading this music video. :) Trinkett
Among the many things that set Liberace apart from typical "classically trained pianists"; he made classical music accessible, entertaining and communicating to common folk, while mixing in more familiar tunes...but always presenting it with all the ceremonial pomp and glitter he knew it deserved. That's why he's called "Mr. Showmanship".
My wife and I were privileged to see him perform live in Melbourne Australia in 1985 before he took ill. We have his personally signed program and an LP we bought that night. One night we willl never forget.
He’s the best,
My favorite,
He’s as good if not better then any classical piano purest
Liberace was such a warm and fun-loving man, who clearly enjoyed what he was doing, as much as those who enjoyed listening to and watching him do it. I think Liberace brought some very special joy to this world, and I see nothing wrong with what he did. He was beyond a mere competent pianist, who chose to bring a smile and a sparkle to his showmanship. He may not have been your cup of tea. But others certainly liked what this man was pouring from his pot.
Heavens! Wasn't that marvelous! I'm in awe..Liberace was a true one of a kind. Bless his memory for all the pleasure he gave his public. A joy forever. Thanks for posting.
I fell in love with this concerto when I was a small child in Russia and my love never fainted...
The ultimate blend of showman and musician. Gifted genius!
I used to watch Liberace on t.v. growing up. Such brilliant talent! I am also a professional musician and know well the arduous long hours of practice practice practice prior to doing a concert tour. THANKYOU LIBERACE !!! ( for the years of hearing you play).
I'm a 14 year old kid, and i listen to this sonf everysingle day :)
He was a very kind and gentle human being . His gift , he shared with all of us . He was a part of this wonderful Universe and his legacy was his music. Always remember him , I know I will.
Victor Borge once said "the world is full of great pianists but the only two most people remember is me and Liberace".
I think that referred to the showmanship at which Liberace created standards that modern "stars" have no hope of reaching.
That's because they both had such a winsome personality. I've only ever heard Viktor Borge play a few pieces, but his humour is unmatched.
Who Is Víctor borge? 😂😂😂 Liberace was a child prodigy and became a prodigy man. He was a great pianist and played all the melodies from memory.
Very well done Liberace.
Excerpts from a very technically demanding but still beautiful piano concerto.
He is a great performer,just magnificent! what can i say he is Liberace. Bravo!!
Thanx for sharing whit us...
He was a brilliantly talented pianist. He usually played a Baldwin rather then a Steinway.
Such an entertainer, yet a pro in showmanship, talented, witty, always a smile, and he adored his fans and always told them so with even a sincere thank you at closing every performance. I would have loved to have seen one of his shows . Rest in peace sir.
Liberace played with such perfection and with such life in everything he played. A prodigy who chose not to pursue the concert stage, but rather to take the music he loved to the people who truly loved him and his music--the common folk. His influence on the entire music world will never be known!
how easy liberace makes it look to play tchaikovsky a great pianist one never to be repeated
The greatest pianist of all time.love this. Marlain
Lee is and always will be a legend. I love watching this genius on the piano, everyday.
I saw liberace when he was on TV. Yes, in the 50's. I fell in love with him. I was a teeny bopper. I still love him and his genuis.
Beautiful Tchaikovsky piano concerto 1 .This music played by the Great pianist and the orchestra is simply '' Wonderful''.
Greatest pianist and all around entertainer!
I really really really think that to play romantic music, you just need a flamboyant personality, and that is why Liberace just fits like a glove for this
Entertaining and astoundingly flamboyant, Liberace, like most of the brilliant, was ahead of his time. His unusual attire and lifestyle of candelabras and jewels was intriguing and fun to all, because he just did what he liked to do. He was truly original. He always makes me smile.
He was a great pianist.
Thanks Bob for sent it me.
Wonderful rendition.
incomparable, he was a great pianist.
He played this perfect as he did with ever other music he played. And I saw in play in concert.
In entertainment history , he surely was very unique and one of a kind , there will never be anyone like him again !
You know, I'm 20 years old, and Liberace is one of my favorite musicians. Of course I love music anyways, but the way he played was MARVELOUS in every way. It takes talent to play like that. As well as I'm watching this because one of my FAVORITE composers is Tchaikovsky
Nice to read that you are thirty one now hope u have survived virus l am eighty saw Liberace in person first when l was thirteen in 1956 luv olive England xx
@Olive Lane Oh wow! I forgot about this comment! Olive, thank you for bringing me back. I am 31 now! I had the virus twice and still standing (sometimes barely ha) Amazing how time flies. I hope you have many more years on you. Stay safe, and thank you for bringing me back to this.
This song can't be beat ! Striking ! Entrancing !
Yes I consider it an honor to have been there that night. We very nearly didnt go as the prices were $100 a ticket, but I sad to my wife what the hell lets go, we might never ever see him in person again. Little did I reaslise how prophetic those words were going to be.
I really wish he was still with us
Fabulous music...
Magnificent. Exquisite piece of music. Extraordinary pianist.
Thank you for sharing. You just made my day.
Itxazoa j
To have that talent....amazing
I miss Liberace. Beyond amazing!
thank you Liberace,,,,you are the man..
why did many so call experts say Liberace was not a great pianist.i think he was one of the best.
I love this piece from Tchaikovsky... magnificent! Thanks for sharing.
Pure magic.
makes me shiver it is so beautiful he makes you feel part of the music I saw him in vegas in 1967 I still get the same feeling when he plays I think it is because he puts his whole self into it
How are you doing today my name is EricMoore
One of my "guilty pleasures". Watching old episodes of Liberace's show.
Makes it look effortless, this man is a legend
Wonderful person! Dad met him one day and was thrilled to talk to such a fine musician. When they shook hands, Liberace had a grip like a bear!
Im speechless.... wow..... Fantastic !!
A masterpiece by a master
He could certainly teach Lang Lang (and many others, of course) a few things about the keyboard! His technical facility is amazing.
+Naomi Primrose Lang Lang from a technical perspective is demonstrably fine.
@@Burntshmallow demonstrably another boring asian robot....
@@rickdeckard1075 Mate, that can't be demonstrable because the very existence of people who enjoy him shatters the notion that he's universally boring.
What can I say...it's Liberace playing Tchaikovsky. Splendid!!
How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore
One of only a meager handful of the top super geniuses that have walked the earth. A tortured soul who felt he had to hide his secret, and that was a great tragedy. We sincerely wish he never had to carry that burden and we pray he's found rest and comfort in the arms of his beloved Jesus.
From what I see I would have seen no different anyways. Possibly in his eyes he didn't want to be known as a gay performer but just a performer. He didn't perform to speak for a certain group of people he performed because that was obviously what he enjoyed. Regardless he gave off a unique persona on stage and that's that.
+Srithor Exactly Lee the bees knees
I remember when I was a youngster seeing Liberace on the tv when his music was controlling a fantastic water feature it was magic - he had just released his new LP 'a brand new me'
He sure could play. Fantastic!
I will never understand how anyone can find classical music boring. Maybe if they're totally tone deaf, which I'm glad I'm not.
+John Shaw yeah, some said music now that sing fuck, shit, dumbass, etc is awesome... they're really deaf of art
Beethoven
John Shaw ==> Ha Ha Ha Soooo right!!!
As always; beautiful.
Both Tchaikovsky and Liberace were brilliant musicians who had to hide their sexualities to protect their careers and livelihoods, tragically romantic to see him playing such a beautiful song
The king of piano
bella interpretazione, Liberace è l magnifico
He was the man! You always got your monies worth with Liberace, he gave you a show.
Such a great piece. He played it great.
Wow, fastest performance ever. Even the Horowitz/Toscanini recording is far over 30 minutes, and Liberace plays it in 5:26!
Lee was my neighbor in Palm Springs. My family owned 222 Chino Drive, across from Lee's house. I was married in the church next door some decades later. :-) The home is recently owned by one of Kirk Douglas's sons (not Michael) and was formerly the love-nest of Clark Gable and Carole Lombard (!) as well as a United States ambassador (!). I didn't see Lee while I lived there due to his hectic schedule and my relative youth but the Baby Grand Piano that was there is now here at my place (downstairs) and has weathered 2 generations playing on it rather well I might add) including Miss April who has stunned with some extemporaneous compositions lasting lengthy periods in-between her guitar, trumpet, and violin. My mom hosted a number of walkthroughs at Lee's place in-between her Palm Springs Life society page editorship and the Desert Sun. :-))))
Amazing story and history .. What a great 'connection'. And congrats on the Piano!
Brandon Greenleaf Despite your disbelief there really are people with more interesting lives than your own. Clues to his credibility include the use of a real name and a real address. Pretenders never furnish such details as they can easily prove them wrong.
Stuart Cracraft - That is wonderful indeed! Liberace was wonderful in so man ways. It is comforting o see effects his life has had on others. by the way - I too love Palm Springs!
Liberace!!! I love him!!
Liberace entertained and brought pleasure too so many.......Sadly we will not see the likes of him again.
Wow beautiful, love it, thanks for sharing/posting.
Tchaikovsky Piano Concerto in Bb minor. A masterpiece.
Say what you will about Liberace, but the guy could really play the piano. Hitting all those notes without missing once. Amazing.
Beautiful. Just beautiful!
amazing , nothing else describes it in one word. amazing!
Gosh, what a special performance.he was so talented, witty, kind and gentle.my Gramma met him in California and had her picture taken with him by his convertible.she loved him so much.his constant smile made u comfortable, like he was part of ur family.i miss him.
Man if there is a heaven, they sure got a hell of a band!
Bravo!
He breathes life and emotion into an inanimate object
Espectacular! Maravilloso! Grandioso! Como solo Liberace lo puede hacer.
To me, this was Liberace's theme song.
agreed
Magnifique !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!! I play it....too....studied 9 years classical piano...thank you Mom and Dad !
This man is a piano god!
I would have LOVED to hear him play the WHOLE piece....
This man is the reason why my Mum wanted me to play the piano - and now I get it Mum
Liberace's Tchaikovsky passes the test of time, that's for sure. It didn't seem like he missed anything either. It's a pity he died so young. I would have liked to see him share a stage with Andre Rieu.
He is very skilled on the piano!
He was a very accomplished pianist. It's sad that people focus on his personal life and just look past his amazing talent and showmanship.
There can never be another one like Liberace! Missing all his live concerts!!!
Other musicians had a similar approach to making the classics accessible. The great Virgil Fox did this at the Pipe organ and the touring organ he played in concert. He made Bach a household name. I love Liberace and Fox both for their unique qualities in bringing classical music alive for all.
This song will always remind me of Liberace.
Breathtaking - only piece of music that sends a shiver down my spine!
What style.A true genius.A one off.
Truly uplifting and inspiring!
Wow, simply amazing
Que bellísimo , gracias por subir tan hermoso espectáculo
Why are there no more Liberace type piano entertainers around today ? The world's waited long enough....somebody step forward !
It's nice that people used to have regular TV shows with classical music back then. I don't think that happens now the same way -- only on PBS.
Love Love Love his rendition of this piece!
just beautiful....I love it
Liberace so wonderfully talented.
It's a shame his mansion and museum are abandon in total disarray. Watch video on CZcams. The "Before" and "After" made me feel so sad. I wish someone would buy the property and bring it to it's former glory! We love you Lee.
The best pianist of the world....
incredible!!!