Wonderful duet as an alternative to a full orchestra. It helped me hear more clearly more of the notes and different melodic voices of this monumental piece, played at a pace that felt just right. I shall listen to more of this. Big thanks to Jun Asai and Michael Sushel.
RACH 3. Met 2sz piano Don t they have a celestial 432Hz model You will not believe your ears and conquer the world This an oldie 1911 tuned as should czcams.com/video/EcLLG4fjuIA/video.html
Bravo/a to you both for this excellent accomplishment you should be very proud of. As a piano fanatic, I've heard this work countless times with orchestra but I never realized that this concerto shines for me even brighter on two pianos! It becomes an astonishing super-sonata. Everything makes more sense with no vast orchestra to overshadow the piano's power and sometimes hide the subtle tonal colors. The playing, in case it's not obvious, is excellent and so very earnest. Who needs the orchestra when you have these two!
An excellent performance from both pianists, in total harmony. I really loved the clarity, touch and insight from the first piano. And a special shout out to the second piano; the orchestra was represented beautifully and accurately, at the same time owning the score as if it had always been written for the piano only. Loved it.
I must amend my already enthusiastic response to MAGNIFICENT! the closing pages were as emotional and thrilling as I’ve ever heard on CZcams…and I’ve seen and heard hundreds. I hope that audience fully comprehends what they just witnessed… pianism of the highest order.
Fantastic! Wonderful playing from both of you in a superb expression of a great musical creation. Thank you both. And thanks to all involved in preparing this.
the most breathtaking two pianos version of this concerto on youtube. the precision, the clarity, the companionship... i cant even comprehend how lucky these crowds were
A beautiful beginning to the 2nd movement by the "orchestra", followed by a passionate entrance by Ms Asai.Some excellent pedaling toward the close of her entrance...a lost art. at 24:45 the interplay of counter melodies is lovely. Got the CHILLS at 25:20. Beautiful realized climaxes there and what follows to the section I call the little "Grand Valse.: I see the Czar's palace...dancers whirling about...beautifully played here. The opening of the 3rd is dynamic, powerful, exciting...all one could want. BTW for ME, the tempo is spot on PERFECT. This so well thought out, and confident. One never gets the feeling this music is entirely in her hands. At 31:34 and the next little bit, due to the performers not having eye to eye contact there is a tiny lack of cohesion, but again, to be expected, and no serious issue. 33:12...this is just so nice, an area often rushed through, here played with thoughtfulness... At 34:12, lovely cascading arpeggios, like a waterfall, as intended by the composer.. So many nice touches throughout this entire performance. Kudos for lovely ensemble playing through the transitory pages to 37:53, again, those lovely arpeggiated figures from Ms Asai. At 39:06, nicely done by Mr Sushel! His contribution cannot be underestimated.At 41:30, wonderful expression of this theme...so musical. Later on, one can here strings rattle!!! 45:48...WONDERFUL!! The closing theme, with ALL the emotion one would want. Here is where we miss the strings and horns, the legato...but no worries, it closes with all the passion one needs. Her energy at this close is just so inspiring. This version is MUST viewing for young pianists planning to perform in this manner. The attention to detail is stunning, the sound is very fine (thank you Benjamin), and the performances by both pianist is remarkable. (Mr Sushel's semi -"TUTTI" before the final octaves just perfect). Really, this is pianism of the highest order, and I expect no less than a stellar career for Ms Asai. Bravo, and many thanks.
Wonderful. Panning the orchestral part left really helps allow 2 pianos to have their way, and clarify things. VERY musical pianism from both musicians. First rate in every way.
as everyone has already said a mouthful about your extraordinary playing, I just want to say thank you for the beautiful cinematography and the usage of some amazing recording equipment (not to mention the audio split of solo in the right and accompaniment in the left audio channels)!
Thank you for posting this! I had always wished a recording existed of this from the NYC Steinway's basement "Hall" when Vladimir Horowitz had arrived in New York and Rakhmaninov immediately took him there to play this two piano version, with the composer offhandedly improvising additional incredible orchestral parts and fills!!!
What AUTHORITATIVE playing! Bravo, and Kudos to her accompanist (teacher?) Asai is playing at the highest level on the 1st movement. This is MOST musical playing! The momentum is there, and so is the tenderness. Due to the closeness of the recording, dynamic variation is slightly lacking, but not an issue for me. At 8:48, spine tingling accelerando...LOVE it. As a former classical pianist in college, I can say iot is significantly more difficult to keep one's focus when the accompaniment is not orchestral but of a similar timbre. Again, nary a false move here. The "Ossai" cadenza is DEVOURED by the pianist. Beautifully judged, pianism of the highest order...I'm having trouble avoiding tears here. This COMMITTED young woman is just wonderful. The closing pages are evocative, and NOT anti-climactic, as can often happen, due to the cadenza's impact. She rightly refused to let that happen. n her hands, I'ver not heard a Yamaha sound better. Due to time, I will have to continue to listen/watch later. If the following 2 movements are anything like the first, I'm in for a terrific experience. Once more, kudos to both pianist and "orchestra!!"
Excellent interpretation! I must prefer performing Rach 3 this way - two pianos. Much more intimate than orchestra and I feel easier to convey the proper emotions of the piece! Very well done dear!!
00:27 Mov. I
18:54 Mov. II
29:42 Mov. III
Beautiful Rachmaninov
So underrated performance! I can't understand why she isn't playing with philharmonic orchestra, not a piano accompanist.
何度聴いても素晴らしいです。ありがとうございます。是非生で聴きたいです。
Wonderful duet as an alternative to a full orchestra. It helped me hear more clearly more of the notes and different melodic voices of this monumental piece, played at a pace that felt just right. I shall listen to more of this. Big thanks to Jun Asai and Michael Sushel.
RACH 3. Met 2sz piano Don t they have a celestial 432Hz model
You will not believe your ears and conquer the world
This an oldie 1911 tuned as should
czcams.com/video/EcLLG4fjuIA/video.html
Agreed!
Bravo/a to you both for this excellent accomplishment you should be very proud of. As a piano fanatic, I've heard this work countless times with orchestra but I never realized that this concerto shines for me even brighter on two pianos! It becomes an astonishing super-sonata. Everything makes more sense with no vast orchestra to overshadow the piano's power and sometimes hide the subtle tonal colors. The playing, in case it's not obvious, is excellent and so very earnest. Who needs the orchestra when you have these two!
２台ピアノでこの大曲をやってのける意欲も、演奏も素晴らしい！是非日本で演奏会をしていただきたい動画を通じてのファンもたくさん足を運ぶと思います！
素晴らしいの一言に尽きます、コンツェルトを同一楽器でやってのけようとする気概と、プレイに対するアナリーゼの統一感。福耳に預かりました。
うpありがとうございます。
あらゆるパッセージをきめ細やかに弾き込んでいるのがわかる素晴らしい動画。ブラームスも2台で聴きたい。
An excellent performance from both pianists, in total harmony. I really loved the clarity, touch and insight from the first piano. And a special shout out to the second piano; the orchestra was represented beautifully and accurately, at the same time owning the score as if it had always been written for the piano only. Loved it.
How is this performance not going viral?! Incredible work by both pianists.
I must amend my already enthusiastic response to MAGNIFICENT! the closing pages were as emotional and thrilling as I’ve ever heard on CZcams…and I’ve seen and heard hundreds. I hope that audience fully comprehends what they just witnessed… pianism of the highest order.
Excellent rendition of this beautiful and extremely difficult concerto.
素晴らしいです。何度も聴いてしまいます。
Fantastic! Wonderful playing from both of you in a superb expression of a great musical creation. Thank you both. And thanks to all involved in preparing this.
My only regret that I can give this only one "thumbs up". This was wonderful.
素晴らしいの一言です。
もうすっかりファンです。
the most breathtaking two pianos version of this concerto on youtube.
the precision, the clarity, the companionship... i cant even comprehend how lucky these crowds were
Outstanding performance of this masterpiece - nice and sensitive playing. 🌹
Playing this concerto is like running a marathon. Rachmaninov is absolutely the most profound composer ever.
A beautiful beginning to the 2nd movement by the "orchestra", followed by a passionate entrance by Ms Asai.Some excellent pedaling toward the close of her entrance...a lost art. at 24:45 the interplay of counter melodies is lovely. Got the CHILLS at 25:20. Beautiful realized climaxes there and what follows to the section I call the little "Grand Valse.: I see the Czar's palace...dancers whirling about...beautifully played here.
The opening of the 3rd is dynamic, powerful, exciting...all one could want. BTW for ME, the tempo is spot on PERFECT. This so well thought out, and confident. One never gets the feeling this music is entirely in her hands. At 31:34 and the next little bit, due to the performers not having eye to eye contact there is a tiny lack of cohesion, but again, to be expected, and no serious issue. 33:12...this is just so nice, an area often rushed through, here played with thoughtfulness...
At 34:12, lovely cascading arpeggios, like a waterfall, as intended by the composer.. So many nice touches throughout this entire performance. Kudos for lovely ensemble playing through the transitory pages to 37:53, again, those lovely arpeggiated figures from Ms Asai.
At 39:06, nicely done by Mr Sushel! His contribution cannot be underestimated.At 41:30, wonderful expression of this theme...so musical. Later on, one can here strings rattle!!! 45:48...WONDERFUL!! The closing theme, with ALL the emotion one would want. Here is where we miss the strings and horns, the legato...but no worries, it closes with all the passion one needs. Her energy at this close is just so inspiring.
This version is MUST viewing for young pianists planning to perform in this manner. The attention to detail is stunning, the sound is very fine (thank you Benjamin), and the performances by both pianist is remarkable. (Mr Sushel's semi -"TUTTI" before the final octaves just perfect). Really, this is pianism of the highest order, and I expect no less than a stellar career for Ms Asai. Bravo, and many thanks.
Wonderful. Panning the orchestral part left really helps allow 2 pianos to have their way, and clarify things. VERY musical pianism from both musicians. First rate in every way.
素晴らしいですね。
難曲の二台ピアノってともすればガチャガチャしがちなんですが。ここまで優雅にそして美しく、オーケストラ以上の迫力がある演奏は感動ものです。
お二人の息が非常に合っていて、オーケストラ演奏されているピアニストの方も素晴らしいです。こんな素敵な二台ピアノ演奏は本当に貴重です。ありがとうございます🎶
as everyone has already said a mouthful about your extraordinary playing, I just want to say thank you for the beautiful cinematography and the usage of some amazing recording equipment (not to mention the audio split of solo in the right and accompaniment in the left audio channels)!
absolutely beautiful!
This is absolutely amazing. Great work!!!!
Very lovely, indeed!
An absolute delight to listen to. Thanks!
This is great - so clear !
Beautiful interpretation !
Thank you!
What great control and technique! Thank you for sharing this.
Her playing is impeccable. The accompanist did his part so well. Bravo!
Unbelievably beautiful! Congratulations!!!!!!
What a wonderful performance! I admire you so much.
Beautiful perfomance
What a beautiful and mesmerizing performance! Thank you for sharing!
Beauuuuuutiful. It is extraordinary. Thks for sharing
So incredible!
とんでもない名演だ
Wonderful performance of the transcription
これは、目が覚めるとはこの事ですな！
Thats amazing performance 👍🏻
Thank you for posting this! I had always wished a recording existed of this from the NYC Steinway's basement "Hall" when Vladimir Horowitz had arrived in New York and Rakhmaninov immediately took him there to play this two piano version, with the composer offhandedly improvising additional incredible orchestral parts and fills!!!
Thank you for sharing your superb, beautiful playing with the world!
Epic!!! You're a fantastic pianist.
Such a beautiful interpretation! Bravo! Thank you for sharing this.
Aaaaah-mazing!!!!
Must also say, terrific audio and video quality, great sounding pianos.
Elegant and subtle... and second piano guy, if you read this, you have did a great job. Beautiful !
Very well played i really enjoyed it
I've never seen a pianist sweating so profusely like her
try daniil trifonov
lol check Boris Berezovsky playing Liszt etudes in festival "Roque d'Antheron"
INTERPRETAZIONE MERAVIGLIOSA! ...pelle d'oca tutto il tempo!
Bravo!
This is one of the most beautiful videos I have ever seen. Absolutely enchanting. Will watch it again and again. If you have a CD, I want to buy that.
Good job, this is a really hard piece
잘 감상했습니다 !~
Excellent
Brillante interpretación del Rach 3 a dos pianos!!!...Ejecutando la pianista,la cadenza ossia...!!!!...Bravisimo!!!!!..
Astonishing
Sensacional ❗
Bravo, bravisimo ❗
CDが欲しい！
Ich fand das richtig wunderbar!❣️
Awesome, thank you!
8888888!
Hi new subscriber here. This Is a very sensitive heartfelt performance. I love it.
Pleasant
I - Allegro ma non tanto: 0:27
Kadenz: 11:07
II - Adagio: 18:55
III - Alla breve: 29:16
I enjoyed this performance! Like 1415!
すごい😆⤴️🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹
Bravi!
What AUTHORITATIVE playing! Bravo, and Kudos to her accompanist (teacher?) Asai is playing at the highest level on the 1st movement. This is MOST musical playing! The momentum is there, and so is the tenderness. Due to the closeness of the recording, dynamic variation is slightly lacking, but not an issue for me. At 8:48, spine tingling accelerando...LOVE it.
As a former classical pianist in college, I can say iot is significantly more difficult to keep one's focus when the accompaniment is not orchestral but of a similar timbre. Again, nary a false move here. The "Ossai" cadenza is DEVOURED by the pianist. Beautifully judged, pianism of the highest order...I'm having trouble avoiding tears here. This COMMITTED young woman is just wonderful. The closing pages are evocative, and NOT anti-climactic, as can often happen, due to the cadenza's impact. She rightly refused to let that happen. n her hands, I'ver not heard a Yamaha sound better. Due to time, I will have to continue to listen/watch later. If the following 2 movements are anything like the first, I'm in for a terrific experience. Once more, kudos to both pianist and "orchestra!!"
37:49 - beautiful clarity!
Bravo
42:22 の低音のラを聴くと改めてピアノは弦楽器なんだなーっておもう
Imagine Rachmaninov performing piano 2, with VH on piano 1, in Steinway basement back in the day…..wooohooooo
Extraordinary performance by Jun Asai, with fantstic orchestral piano accompaniment by Michael Sushel.
She sweats!
Hat's off to the second piano. Very difficult orchestra reduction!
Excellent interpretation! I must prefer performing Rach 3 this way - two pianos. Much more intimate than orchestra and I feel easier to convey the proper emotions of the piece! Very well done dear!!
こんな素晴らしい演奏なのに
拍手が小さすぎる
どのくらい居るかしらないけど
이걸 피아노 듀오로 듣게 되다니
かっこいい! オケ付きより聴き応えがある
8:50 best part
B R A V O !!!!!!!!!
The second piano is amazing! Who did that transcription?
是非オーケストラと共演してほしいです
10:53 29:43 39:07
Very nice, but who wrote that transcription for 2 pianos?
3:14 3:23
29:43
44:15
18:46 2rd
オケをやってる方、うまい！
Very difficult
アルゲリッチさんみたい
Who’s the pianist?
Read the description
26:46 - personal bookmark :)
I wouldn’t let my orchestra play so loud.
再生速度を1.25倍にすると世界的なピアニストと比較しても遜色のない演奏になります
速度の問題じゃないと、、
オーラのない普通のおばさんと思ったら大違いでした。失礼しました。
一年前のコメントですが
そのコメント消した方がいいですよ
Great playing but the accompaniment was WAY too loud!! Balance was way off. Too bad.