This is pure magic! It sounds like Evgeni is improvising this music, adapting the sound for the piano and the hall, even for the audience, reacting on the spur of the moment. That's how I imagine Chopin himself would have played on a modern piano for today's audiences. Such a fresh approach! I'm tired of hearing other pianists who play a pre-cooked Chopin in a way that is considered a definitive "norm" and doesn't allow any personal freedom, they all play a "perfect" and extremely dry Chopin. Evgeni is simply the best Chopin piano player to me.
I had that same thought. “Modern listeners might complain about Chopin himself playing his works.” I find this aurally engaging. Creative approach to counterpoint/voicing, musical line (!!!), and articulation. Ultimately artistic.
Absolut brilliant! Ich habe selten Chopin mit einer solchen Tiefe gehört. Wirklich magisch! Unglaublich dieser Farbreichtum, diese atemberaubenden Spannungsbögen, diese fantastische Nuancierung, diese ausdifferenzierten Dynamikunterschiede. Einfach großartig! ❤
Mid part of the Scherzo is really fantastically voiced and meaningfully spoken. Great pedalling, clear message especially in the slow movement. Congrats for this contribution!
This is indeed nothing short of magical. In a generation where sincerity and originality in music performance are almost discouraged, Bozhanov is both a breath of fresh air and a vision of hope for the future.
Evgeni, thank you so much for sharing such beautiful playing. I don't visit Europe very often, so your recordings and CZcams are my only opportunities. It would be so wonderful to hear you in NY.
00:10 Chopin…Nocturne in B major, Op. 62, No. 1 Chopin…Piano Sonata No. 3 in B minor, Op. 58 07:36 Allegro maestoso 16:18 Scherzo: Molto vivace 18:42 Largo 27:02 Finale: Presto non tanto
Same. It doesn't change or differentiate enough. It all kind of sounds the same, monotonous. Does not hold my interest. (only listened to the Nocturne...)
in a world where all pianist play the same evgeni is a ray of hope and musicality.
Absolute genius, deserved to win chopin 2010
excellent pianist, greatly underrated
For me, deeper than Trifonov, full of colours, Horowitzian touch, Unfortunately, Bozhanov seems disappeared from the world of concerts....
This is pure magic! It sounds like Evgeni is improvising this music, adapting the sound for the piano and the hall, even for the audience, reacting on the spur of the moment. That's how I imagine Chopin himself would have played on a modern piano for today's audiences. Such a fresh approach! I'm tired of hearing other pianists who play a pre-cooked Chopin in a way that is considered a definitive "norm" and doesn't allow any personal freedom, they all play a "perfect" and extremely dry Chopin. Evgeni is simply the best Chopin piano player to me.
I had that same thought. “Modern listeners might complain about Chopin himself playing his works.” I find this aurally engaging. Creative approach to counterpoint/voicing, musical line (!!!), and articulation. Ultimately artistic.
Well done, it was all emotive and beautiful and sounded new and special.
Listeners at this concert should feel themselves happy people in a unique event with extraordinary talent on the stage
Absolut brilliant! Ich habe selten Chopin mit einer solchen Tiefe gehört. Wirklich magisch! Unglaublich dieser Farbreichtum, diese atemberaubenden Spannungsbögen, diese fantastische Nuancierung, diese ausdifferenzierten Dynamikunterschiede. Einfach großartig! ❤
I thought Horowitz was the last of the Old Russian inner voice easter egg hunt tradition. Looks like somebody here carries the torch ❤
brilliant use of the pedal and amazing inner voicings
Mid part of the Scherzo is really fantastically voiced and meaningfully spoken. Great pedalling, clear message especially in the slow movement. Congrats for this contribution!
This is indeed nothing short of magical. In a generation where sincerity and originality in music performance are almost discouraged, Bozhanov is both a breath of fresh air and a vision of hope for the future.
Evgeni, thank you so much for sharing such beautiful playing. I don't visit Europe very often, so your recordings and CZcams are my only opportunities. It would be so wonderful to hear you in NY.
In Horowitz-Tradition somehow (the irresistable singingtone), very interesting and brave!
Better than Horowitz actually.
Genius..
So Elegant, Gorgeous Piano.
Bravo!
Wonderful
Wonderful interpretation. The dynamics are simply stunning.
00:10 Chopin…Nocturne in B major, Op. 62, No. 1
Chopin…Piano Sonata No. 3 in B minor, Op. 58
07:36 Allegro maestoso
16:18 Scherzo: Molto vivace
18:42 Largo
27:02 Finale: Presto non tanto
just on his FIRST note... gezzzz..... like hearing music for the FIRST time...
Very beautiful playing.
Fantastic pianist!
I guess, the next genius will seat on the floor to show his beeng extra-genius
The rubato in the nocturne is laboured.
He’s the new Michelangeli!
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14:35
20:43 ++
27:55
30:31
Il ne fait jamais une fausse note,ce gars là ?? on dirait que cela n'existe pas pour lui !
I liked it at first, but then I got tired of it
Same. It doesn't change or differentiate enough. It all kind of sounds the same, monotonous. Does not hold my interest. (only listened to the Nocturne...)