Scott Joplin - The Chrysanthemum (2nd take)

[BernieDegnan]

Ahahahaha this is making me mad cause I'm

learning magnetic rag, and I decided to learn it cause it was really catchy and fun, and along comes the chrysanthemum ;)

[rimwydas44]

I have the same shirt as your's

[beatlesopera]

You should put out a CD of the best of scot joplin you certainly have the talent Not necessarily right now but in a few years once you have a bit more of a following.

[thnxtgrgecrln]

You say you need to pay for student loans, why not make a Scott Joplin cover CD?

[Deja7771]

thanks for sharing that talent - clearly you love what you're playing

sfjed

[wilkesjournal]

You make it look easy, yet still played with feeling. Not banged out, not rushed through. Awesome work.

[jessechene]

Again, you've cheered me up. When I'm feeling down I listen to you.

Jesse

[cebukid70]

Choco, I just got done listening to faster versions...they sound nice, but I think this tempo is more appropriate for the melody of this piece OR... your playing combined with tempo is great...either way, great job. I'm working on this piece next - I just finished Maple Leaf. :-) PS-hope you make a comeback soon, buddy...

[IrishPotatoSack]

So, this is probably your "Clark Kent" version. I want to see your "SuperMan" version. :D

[depoty]

Faultless playing and a great allegro/ tempo. I like your style. Keep up with the superb pianist skills. Bse or MSe are you ?

[cebukid70]

I've grown to love this rag, and may play this one next! As usual, choco, excellent performance. :-)

[Natchiz]

Omg I think you have the same piano as me! I got mine from an auction for $800 Australian in perfect condition! Would you say they are good pianos?

[SilasMWagner]

It's a shame niggas went from writing this to rap..

[vladinho7]

you are a fantastic player. i think this one is better than the previous one.

[maria5741]

música

[sam7370]

You are so great! My dad played Joplin when I was little. I took piano lessons from a young age and I still play. I just love playing those Joplin tunes my dad played and still plays! He was a ragtime fan, and so am I. How can you not be?! You are a wonderful player.

[msfairynfaun]

Hi, Chocotiger, who are you..? Where are you from? You are very talented. I enjoy watching your video...and I love ragtime music...

[tenyearsgone148]

your playing is excellent. The only thing I would suggest is that when you repeat a section try to make it a little more distinct from the first time you play it. I struggle with this myself. Keep up the good work!

[antonrelish]

Finally! A version of The Chrysanthemum where it is played slowly and melodically! Thanks for playing!

[hinnyfan]

For my taste, no one beats Joshua Rifkin. However, in some cases, IMHO, he stumbles - "The Entertainer" comes to mind.

Nonetheless, although you're not as polished, I prefer some of your versions, like this one and your "Pineapple Rag". You have a nice immediacy, an emotionalism that draws me in. Here's a weird request, and probably not too hard for you (if you can find the music): Joplin's "Augustine Club Waltzes". A little known early Joplin gem. All the best to you!

[sohnes]

Love the Tiger. :)

[sethcoolkid]

awesome music

[Lmr5696]

Great talent. I really enjoy hearing everthing you play! Keep them coming!

[grandplans]

I love the waY YOU PLAY. I'd love t know all of Scott joplin's songs.

[LuisAlberto4311]

Your love of music comes through in your playing. Love the Tiger. Keep playing . . .

[DrRClavan]

How many years have you been playing piano? 200? Truly amazing.

[danielginther2]

Choco, you are amazing, and have so many fans. We love to watch and listen.

Your hard work and dedication have paid off.

[Antichrys]

Have you ever thought of taking on "The Cascades"? I feel you have the ability for it as your previous work shows...XD

[henrynash]

Love it!

[Msakuranosakura]

everytime i listen to this,i feel like crying.thank you!

[Chadinator7]

you're a genius

[GreenHat9]

Bravo!

[TheStick14639]

Awesome video as always. By the way, do you have some sort of movie editing software that will allow you to put your vids in grainy black and white? I think it would look very authentic and give your videos an early 1900's look. Just a suggestion =)

[carmi97]

And as usual, you earn more fans with great playin!! Great job choc :D

[Ragtime44Films]

Nice job, Choco, as always, I'm blown away. You should try the Weeping Willow Rag.

[sxeflapjack]

Still love your playing, sir. :)

[mikevictornovember]

Bravo !!

[torpol]

amazing talent and passion.

please keep posting these - they are great.

[bhavvv]

Yea, this is a lot better then your first recording. It still sounds a teeny bit off from 2:35 onwards for some reason, I think it could be the dynamics or also a little too much or too little pedal.

[bhavvv]

I just downloaded and printed off the score for this, it is actually a nice and easy piece with mostly single notes for once :)

I can play Maple leaf rag, first 3 parts of Magnetic Rag, and first 2 parts of Pineapple Rag so far, but I also wanted to start learning this one.

I tried a test recording on my LG phone, the video quality is good, but the sound was rubbish :(

[tomhunter0]

Amazing again :)

[casyopea1977]

Great! Really great! You're my favorite youtube pianoman! Go choco go! ^-^

[medeforest]

Your skill completely exceeds your instrument. Can we take up a collection to get you a taller piano? The harmonics created by the longer bass strings would be worth it. In this economy you could get a good 100 year old piano for under $1000.

[reitter24]

wtf? lol

[chocotiger]

nah i love my yamaha upright. but you guys can start a collection to help me pay off my massive school loans lol.

[medeforest]

Well, you are awesome with or without. School loans? Ugh! A piano is way more exciting. lol

[dansing124]

@chocotiger your playing is beautiful, this is Dan Ragan talking, you are wonderful, thanks for sharing your talent.

[mbwashere1]

@chocotiger Massive School Loans? For what? Your Amazing Music? BS!

[digger331]

I dunno - yes, it would sound better, but I like the "authentic" sound of a smaller piano. A hundred years ago, I can imagine most of the small-town music halls didn't have large pianos so this level of sound is something you'd hear on a regular basis. Just a thought.

[Noarcs]

Yep, definately better. Something was off about the other video.

[andrewemanis]

Yes indeed :)