Ethan is incredible! We have been watching many you tube pieces. We have a 6 year old boy who loves piano too. We have been told he has potential and is a "prodigy" We feel the same apprehensions you are describing in the video as this is all new to us. Where are you located? How can we find the right teacher for him? HIs current teacher is good but i think he needs someone like yours! Help in Florida!!
I saw/heard Ethan play to night at the Beacon Theater, as the opening act for Il Volo. OMG, Ethan is phenomenal. So very talented and just adorable. I will be watching to see where he plays next.
Many of us have an interest in music and play regularly. But few of us think of ourselves as a virtuoso. 2 weeks ago saw an interview on TV with Sarah Chang (the Korean-American violinist) who auditioned successfully to Juilliard School at a young age and now a goodwill ambassador for the US gov't performing music in places like N. Korea.
Does a child at that age have aspirations that he/she would eventually make a career out of music? Like Akim Camara who performs live with Andre Rieu?
As a Jew, I believe in Keriat ha'Metim (resurrection of the dead) for sure... But I have necer believed in Gil Gul (reincarnation), as many Jewish people do... This little wonderful boy makes me resize my own concepts about reincarnation -:)
I expect tons of hate messages coming to my email box after this, but if any of these grown-ups(including that Dr.Kofman woman) had any sense of nurturing and guiding this young child for a meaningful and long lasting musical future, they wouldn't have allowed him to be going around and performing at all these "functions" and playing these trashy songs like a show monkey
A neighbor's young son, while I was growing up, was doing this at age 3!! He would compose his own songs!! I understand that he, now in his early 50's, is a conductor!!
This is awesome. When I was just a little older than him I begged my parents to get me a guitar and they refused. I guess they assumed I wouldn't pursue it. Most likely at that age I wouldn't have. Still if they had bought me a guitar and I did pick it up it I would probably be a very different person today.
I think what sets this kid apart is his perception on music. How he pulls out a piece from that big pile of music, can actually REMEMBER what it sounds like and say, 'that's a beautiful piece' astounds me. I can barely remember what I played 3 or 4 months ago sounds like, and I'm 14! And I don't think I started really thinking of pieces as beautiful until I was 11 or 12 on flute and I'd been playing piano for 5 years before that. His perception is just mindbogglingly mature for his age.
I'm sorry, but someone has to say it, there's a huge mismatch in physical attractiveness between ethan's dad and ethan's mom. Ethan's dad basically looks like he has downs syndrome (so does ethan, by the way), and his mom looks like a supermodel or something. Weird.
what I love most about this is that his parents seem very down to earth about the whole thing. They will hold on to the child in him for as long as is normal :) which is very important.
I've just uploaded a clip of my son in my studio at 14 months playing my synth keyboards. He may be another incredible child prodigy. Have a look. Rate and comment. It's ver funny too as he is only 14 months old.
Thats why proper parenting can be great future for every child, I will say his parents are gifted as well. We all have brain, but its all about how much accomplishment we can have with it.
I way agree, ckChardrocka! Everyone can play, but the difference is in the perspective, attitude and effort. Do you think playing is a chore for that guy?
im not impressed by prodigys so much. its great that they can play and all but im more impressed by the young kids that worked their asses off to get to there talent
It's not like they are automatically born with the ability to do the things they do. They have to work at it just like the rest of us. The difference is between "normal" people and "prodigies" is simply in the way we focus and learn and dedicate ourselves to our work. We all have the ability then to do as much as we our willing to set our minds to in reality.
no a prodigy picks it up right away. they have to work alot less to get good. there was a guitar prodigy in my guitar class in sixth grade. they moved him up to the advanced class the first week and he only practiced 15 minutes a day
Your missing what I'm saying I think. I mean that yes it seems like it is less effort for them and it probably is but it is just in the manner how they learn. Their minds are on different levels if you will of learning than most people.
exactly. its easier for them. There are also kids slightly older that are just as good but had to work much harder and thats the thing that impresses me.
I'd like to hear him play in a decade. Wow! He's going to be amazing! I mean, he's already amazing for his age, but in a decade, he's going to kick butt. lol
I find it so funny how people just comment on the stupid things. Did you purposely click on this video just to point that out? It's reallly stupid how some people are like that. Enjoy the video for once.
ima have to agree most of the kids on you tube are super talented but i dont think there prodigy's i think prodigy's pick up an instrument and can just hear it out and play they dont really need lessons
He really feals the music in him, this is what more kids should do music and not violence because music is the answer to anything. It can connect people and get people off their worries
Dr. Kofman is a wonderful teacher. I studied with her for a short period at FAU. Not sure if she still teaches there but she was one of the best piano teachers in Florida IMO. Also a really beautiful person.
I wish they would present his performance and I mean full performance of the piece. It's very hard to judge this way. The child is definitely interested in music which is not very common among 6 year olds especially in USA where classical music is not popular. The fact that parents supported their son's interest is very commendable. And I think hiring russian piano teacher is also a wise decision.
There is a video here of STEVEN WILTSHIRE titled "Beautiful Mind". He is a SAVANT and is known as the HUMAN CAMERA. Please check out this beautiful human being who is so talented. He is considered to be Autistic. I believe that was the same part that Dustin Hoffman played in a movie, forgot the talent. This little boy is beautiful.
Ok now for a nice comment, the kid is not the BEST piano player ever, but as a future music educator, I think it's great to see a kid into music and into learning. As he gets older, I hope he keeps progressing and keeps his love for the craft.
Yes, sqazsquat, and your supposition may be correct. Exceptional musical abilities are not uncommon in cases with idiot-savants having neurological disorders. Their notable ability to mimic and compose rude melodies is drastically distinguished from the ability of actual prodigies, such as Mozart, who were able to compose with articulation and sophistication worthy of considerably older and more experienced contemporaries.
I really enjoyed how this video was made, unpretentious and genuuine on the part of the parents and piano teacher, and understand the comments about how certain children are adults at times and children at times. You are doing a great job in allowing him be who he is, which is pretty much all you can do with profoundly gifted children.
Dude he's no prodigy he's so sloppy and who cares if he plays 200 pieces memorizes. They're probably short and crappy. Check out Nic C. He only has one video, but I've seen him perform at Lutkin Hall, Northwestern University many times. He has played the heroic polonaise, chopin nocturne in e flat minor, rondo capriccioso, and much more fabulous pieces...
I think the problem is the definition of the word "Prodigy." Everyone seems to have their own idea of what that means. The kids not average, there are lots of little kids who want to play piano at his age, and there are lots of them that can't play well (plenty of examples on YouTube). I thought it was good of the parents to feel a need to protect him. The comments made here are probably the types of things to protect him from. He's 6, why would any adult want to pick at a 6 year old?
These parents are totally misguided! Rather than wasting time making videos like this and ptting him on TV in every possible show, they need to help this talented kid continue to make progress in piano. He started with immense talent, but is now way behind some other kids on YT like Aimi (klingsor93) or Abhik (abhikmazumder), who also started at 4. There is a big difference between playing a few lines of Rondo Ala Turca and full sonata movements!
Yes he's amazing but remember not everone can afford to buy a piano or afford to have music lessons, or afford to pay a 'doctor', there may be many children that had the potential to be as great as him just not in the same circumstances. He was discovered early but lots of other people may not be discovered or discovered that they could have been amazing too late because they were in the wrong circumstances. but yes again - he's good!
First off, your the ass who's up here with like a billion post dedicated to hating on a 6 YEAR OLD...and you apparently can't read because my comment clearly says I'm a piano minor. I'm a vocalist... a DAMN GOOD vocalist. So no, my piano skills aren't strong. Are you really trying to go on me when I wasn't addressing you in the first place? My comment was a compliment to the fact that a little kid actually has enough attention span to sit and do something like that. GET A LIFE.
mario can you shut up? no one is perfect dumbass every one makes mistakes when playing piano even beethoven did try playing piano without making a mistake see how hard it is.
Ethan is very talented, but definitely not a prodigy. He's very gifted for someone his age, but is not quite at the adult level yet. See some of the other videos of actual prodigys and you'll know what I'm talking about.
Your flaw lies there. Does his behaviour differ from the average? Well presumably he practices a lot. He was given piano lessons by his piano oriented relative at an early age (4 and 1/2). His talent is seemingly different from average too. I wouldn't call him a prodigy as a child prodigy refers to a child who plays at a very skilled adult level whereas he plays at a very skilled child level.
okay i personally don't think he's a prodigy but the kid has a ton of talent for being six years old. but for Mario's defense, i do study music, and a prodigy is naturally able to play almost flawlessly and able to play by ear instantly. this boy is definately good but not prodigy status but still will probably, if he keeps as devoted as it seems he is, become an amazing piano performer. bravo Ethan you're great :)
Wow Mario's got quite the negative opinion.. I'd say that the kid is a prodigy!!! I mean heck if Mario can't play any better I'd say he should shut up. This boy is wonderful and cute. I mean I can't play like that and I'm older than him, sooo I think that the He's very very special. :)
well mario...were you that good when you were 6? If you weren't...then I'm sure I'm speaking for all of us youtubers when I say, who the heck cares if he's a prodigy in your book, a freeking 6 year old that good...why can't you just be happy for him. Wow so many haters in the world.
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honestly..he's a bit sloppy for a prodigy...sure he's amazing for his age...but a prodigy?? no. If THIS is what people call a prodigy...they need to watch a movie called Amadeus and look at the REAL prodigy..because honestly...a prodigy is a real genius who just plays with perfection...a person who has perfect pitch..this kid does not have perfect pitch, if he did, then he would fix all the mistakes he makes..so calling him a prodigy is a bit silly..
hah, i like how I got huge thumbs down because I'm not sucking the kid's dick...look honestly, my piano teacher saw this and said he was bad..because even SHE knows what a real prodigy is! he is VERRY VERY sloppy..he's 6..but I've seen 4 year old's play better than that..THOSE are the real prodigy's...this is just another example of why Americans really don't know what talent is, and I live in America, so don't think I'm being racist or something..that's why American Idol is shit..
The whole idea of "musical prodigy" doesn't make sense to me. The only real gift you could have for music would be a good sense of pitch. Otherwise, it's going to be sheer motivation that gets someone mastering an insturment.
You know, I could care less if this kid is a prodigy or not. What DOES concern me is the way his parents approach the situation. His mother claimed that he is a "child sometimes, but an adult sometimes." NO.... he is a CHILD, ALL THE TIME. The father said that he had a "great responsibility" by having a child like this. Aren't all children a great responsibility? This poor child, and his misguided parents!
the little guys is so cute!! he could become a good actor he loves it, he's good
hey people, do not go crazy w conflicting opinions here- you are all too involved and against each other like one says one thing and another gets mad and says something worse... relax...
With my two comments below i was trying to explain to greekcidippe that promoting your child comes naturally, especially when the child is so talented. Looking forward to hear more from Ethan on youtube!
Ethan has the formidable luck of having a manager in his parents but this whole commercial thing might put pressure on him - the expectations will go higher and higher. Like with Mozart - his father was taking him everywhere so his childhood was not easy. This might become tough on a young child. But this is just an opinion - it is their kid after all. Indeed he is talented.
Well, I kept looking at older comments on this video which stirred such a passionate argument about Ethan being a prodigy or not, and some accusations/explanations that I do not believe can be true. I guess the effect is that Ethan's obvious talent is overlooked in this dispute. He is just a talented child, but the comments are directed at his parents mostly. Which spoiled the pleasure of listening to little Ethan. Can you please post some more of Ethan's works for everybody's enjoyment?
The parents are overdoing it, obviously. There are more kids more talented on youtube - and their parents do not say they are prodigies... poor kid... why would they do this?
Quoting an expert opinion: "There is a whole issue with parents elevating their children to "unreachable" levels etc. First of all, it is of course one of the most natural things in the world, as a parent, being proud of your child." His parents see him as a prodigy and have the money to promote him,which is an enjoyable mission for them.They pave the road for him to become a career pianist, by exposing him to audiences. For some reason his ratings are not exceptional, but the kid is talented.
The way he plays is just a mess (when he plays)... (Is he Ethan the prodigy whose parents paraded him for no reason on TV?) Youtubers, please see my 7-year old gifted student Hailey for comparison (type "hailey pianist" and pick W.F. Bach Air video or go directly to my channel). And I DO DOT label Hailey as prodigy or bring her on TV. Maybe I should?... I would be interested to hear others' opinions about Hailey, as I think she is so gifted comparing to this boy.
nehh... question, why do you compare ur STUDENT w/ him? So what if ethan is a genius and your student is a genius.. then both of them are geniuses. Damn, i hate comparing KIDS. Just promote her the other way so he could also be like Ethan and besides, your student is a year older than him. a year cud mean something Dude.
this kid plays by ear. if he hears a song he gets on the piano and plays it; no sheet music! who cares if he stumbles over his fingers, you should not put him down especially since your student was taught everything that she knows and he was not! dude get a grip.
It is not true he plays by the year. He has had a piano teacher since he was 4, who taught him notes and music theory. He is very well schooled. Please see his other videos with his piano teacher(look for "Ethan") before making a comment.
if you ever read about him and not only listened to everything you have heard, then you would know that he got a piano teacher after he started playing by ear.
hey death93adder... watch this video... the kid has a very good teacher who has a Ph.D. in music... lol - you are so young and furious. this is why Ethan is so good, besides his natural talent.
Good point... (btw she is soo cute and musical). hats off to you for not labeling her as prodigy. But people will always exagerate about their kids and only true musicians like yourself would spot it... I guess the commercial side of this story frustrated you but you cannot fix that... relax...
googonx is again a bad tempered kid with a zest for foul language - you man relax too, at 14 life is beautiful (or you are older than you say?! :0 )
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Ethan is incredible! We have been watching many you tube pieces. We have a 6 year old boy who loves piano too. We have been told he has potential and is a "prodigy" We feel the same apprehensions you are describing in the video as this is all new to us. Where are you located? How can we find the right teacher for him? HIs current teacher is good but i think he needs someone like yours! Help in Florida!!
MSbeachbabe52 4 months ago
I saw/heard Ethan play to night at the Beacon Theater, as the opening act for Il Volo. OMG, Ethan is phenomenal. So very talented and just adorable. I will be watching to see where he plays next.
arlettewendy 5 months ago
Why can't god make all kids gifted instead of a selected few??? Imagine the world we live in if that was a possibility??
samuraiyao 5 months ago in playlist Dance Mix
@samuraiyao then nothing would be special...
starshapedhalos 5 months ago
Каждый родитель любит своего ребенка, но тут я не увидел ничего особенного...
XYETPOH 5 months ago
63 absolutely insane people. What isn't to like here? Shame on you.
mollymullis 7 months ago
Dr. Irena: Well there's a difference between a song and a piece, what's the difference?
Ethan: A piece is classical
Dr. Irena: LOLNO
lol'd so bad
Xodrophine 8 months ago in playlist Piano Prodigy Children
Wow Hannah.
Themadfarter1976 11 months ago
Many of us have an interest in music and play regularly. But few of us think of ourselves as a virtuoso. 2 weeks ago saw an interview on TV with Sarah Chang (the Korean-American violinist) who auditioned successfully to Juilliard School at a young age and now a goodwill ambassador for the US gov't performing music in places like N. Korea.
Does a child at that age have aspirations that he/she would eventually make a career out of music? Like Akim Camara who performs live with Andre Rieu?
thepianoplayer416 1 year ago
wish i was that good ahhahah for now i just make stuff up... i posted some of my improv but i guess it sucks, but this guy is the complete opposite.
bondislove 1 year ago
reencarnation?
larudadelafortuna 1 year ago
As a Jew, I believe in Keriat ha'Metim (resurrection of the dead) for sure... But I have necer believed in Gil Gul (reincarnation), as many Jewish people do... This little wonderful boy makes me resize my own concepts about reincarnation -:)
YaakovSarafian 1 year ago
I expect tons of hate messages coming to my email box after this, but if any of these grown-ups(including that Dr.Kofman woman) had any sense of nurturing and guiding this young child for a meaningful and long lasting musical future, they wouldn't have allowed him to be going around and performing at all these "functions" and playing these trashy songs like a show monkey
PK292TSM 1 year ago
@PK292TSM what do you mean trashy song he can play mazart by memory
the12dedra 1 year ago
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MAZART? "By" MEMORY? I wouldn't even waste my breath to explain what is real music and what is trash.
PK292TSM 1 year ago
Dr. Kofman, yeah, sure. With some questionable doctorate degree and an exotic accent, teachers like this just are such hot commodity.
YOU HAVE A HUGE RESPONSIBILITY WITH ANY STUDENT, NOT JUST SOME KID ENTERTAINER WHO WOULD PROMOTE YOUR STUDIO BUSINESS
PK292TSM 1 year ago
Remarkable talent! Dr. Kofman is an incredible teacher and nurturing individual he is in good hands.
ElleZsen 1 year ago
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ElleZsen 1 year ago
A neighbor's young son, while I was growing up, was doing this at age 3!! He would compose his own songs!! I understand that he, now in his early 50's, is a conductor!!
shejean 1 year ago
Probly the worst quality camera Ive ever seen
xPLTeAgLe 1 year ago
you forgot to mention one thing .. he LOOKS way different from his other "friends". he looks sorta mutated.. his body arm length and face
hohohee1 1 year ago
I am sorry. It makes me sad to watch this.
jonedelleman 1 year ago
@jonedelleman
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PK292TSM 1 year ago
This is awesome. When I was just a little older than him I begged my parents to get me a guitar and they refused. I guess they assumed I wouldn't pursue it. Most likely at that age I wouldn't have. Still if they had bought me a guitar and I did pick it up it I would probably be a very different person today.
davitodude 1 year ago
I think what sets this kid apart is his perception on music. How he pulls out a piece from that big pile of music, can actually REMEMBER what it sounds like and say, 'that's a beautiful piece' astounds me. I can barely remember what I played 3 or 4 months ago sounds like, and I'm 14! And I don't think I started really thinking of pieces as beautiful until I was 11 or 12 on flute and I'd been playing piano for 5 years before that. His perception is just mindbogglingly mature for his age.
OhEmGeeItsHAYLEY 1 year ago
I'm sorry, but someone has to say it, there's a huge mismatch in physical attractiveness between ethan's dad and ethan's mom. Ethan's dad basically looks like he has downs syndrome (so does ethan, by the way), and his mom looks like a supermodel or something. Weird.
angela1894 1 year ago
@angela1894 Why does that matter?
Jonboyutube 1 year ago
hm...wow "80 trapped in a 6 year old body" now that's something to think about.
BeautifulMusic1000 1 year ago
wow amazing finnally a little kid with a brain bravissimo
asan2154422 1 year ago
what I love most about this is that his parents seem very down to earth about the whole thing. They will hold on to the child in him for as long as is normal :) which is very important.
lillipig 1 year ago
I've just uploaded a clip of my son in my studio at 14 months playing my synth keyboards. He may be another incredible child prodigy. Have a look. Rate and comment. It's ver funny too as he is only 14 months old.
Peace,
4tkStudios
4tkStudios 1 year ago
Hi has a great teacher.
huduk77 1 year ago
Thats why proper parenting can be great future for every child, I will say his parents are gifted as well. We all have brain, but its all about how much accomplishment we can have with it.
kutaro13 1 year ago
I way agree, ckChardrocka! Everyone can play, but the difference is in the perspective, attitude and effort. Do you think playing is a chore for that guy?
cbh2000 2 years ago
im not impressed by prodigys so much. its great that they can play and all but im more impressed by the young kids that worked their asses off to get to there talent
darkdudironaji 2 years ago
It's not like they are automatically born with the ability to do the things they do. They have to work at it just like the rest of us. The difference is between "normal" people and "prodigies" is simply in the way we focus and learn and dedicate ourselves to our work. We all have the ability then to do as much as we our willing to set our minds to in reality.
CKChardrocka 2 years ago 33
no a prodigy picks it up right away. they have to work alot less to get good. there was a guitar prodigy in my guitar class in sixth grade. they moved him up to the advanced class the first week and he only practiced 15 minutes a day
darkdudironaji 2 years ago
Your missing what I'm saying I think. I mean that yes it seems like it is less effort for them and it probably is but it is just in the manner how they learn. Their minds are on different levels if you will of learning than most people.
CKChardrocka 2 years ago 3
exactly. its easier for them. There are also kids slightly older that are just as good but had to work much harder and thats the thing that impresses me.
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EvaRpoManu 10 months ago
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@CKChardrocka thanks that's so true. they find out very soon what they want, when normally we know what we want at age 30.
EvaRpoManu 10 months ago
agreed
SuperPugman1 2 years ago
rofl rofl rofl ...
ZekBlek 2 years ago
I'd like to hear him play in a decade. Wow! He's going to be amazing! I mean, he's already amazing for his age, but in a decade, he's going to kick butt. lol
TheLovelyPiano 2 years ago 2
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How about I hit your annoying as son in the head with a brick.
poopyscoopy5 2 years ago
i like Emily brown better becuese im a fan of emily brown!
ember5411 2 years ago
0..0 dont u mean emily bear?
LittoBUbbo 2 years ago 3
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lol
ammaray2 1 year ago
for once a prodigys parent looks normal haha
lukeybrofe 2 years ago
wow
movieactor 2 years ago
very inspiring! =D
violintricia 2 years ago
damn
tess9700 2 years ago
Invest in some mittens.
That is all.
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WTF? is this even real? how old is this kid. THis is stupid.
lucky19998 2 years ago
it is...get updated and don't post stupid comments
andreajaramillo84 2 years ago 2
I find it so funny how people just comment on the stupid things. Did you purposely click on this video just to point that out? It's reallly stupid how some people are like that. Enjoy the video for once.
DarkDragonX77 2 years ago
He's very talented, but not a prodigy
elz8105 2 years ago
I think you are right
G36n 2 years ago
ima have to agree most of the kids on you tube are super talented but i dont think there prodigy's i think prodigy's pick up an instrument and can just hear it out and play they dont really need lessons
skott1090 2 years ago
he could, and he requested the lessons -which was a smart move on his part because he got to where he is now faster
andreajaramillo84 2 years ago
LOL at 3:11 look at the fathers eyes until 3:20 and look at his face as his face when hes down looking into those hypnotic boobs.
lildarkling248 2 years ago
child prodigy means children with exceptional talent considering their ages.
tonyhawk2235870 2 years ago 23
@tonyhawk2235870 actually a child prodigy is someone who at an early age masters any thing at an adult level
meaganxy9 1 year ago
@meaganxy9 duh? ur talking shit man, that's just the same thing.
tonyhawk2235870 1 year ago
@tonyhawk2235870 actually its not and ur acting like a child i wasnt even gonna bring cousing in it but watever we can act a little more matue
meaganxy9 1 year ago
@tonyhawk2235870 regardless of his age though, his playing is incredible. ethan bortnick is more than just a prodigy.
bjhMus1C 7 months ago
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Lol yeah mum is deffinantly a gold digger.
Dubbleutoo 2 years ago
wut is that? how do you know she is?
woog96 2 years ago
definitely, sp
maryannkohl 2 years ago
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his mom was a gold digger lol
NYCTaipei 2 years ago
I´m So happy for him.
You can realy see his talent in his eyes..
He really feals the music in him, this is what more kids should do music and not violence because music is the answer to anything. It can connect people and get people off their worries
Peace, Love Music and Harmony
antoniorastaman 2 years ago 2
I totally agree. I wish I could play like that, but I can't read music, and I play by ear. I wish him good luck.
OceausPhoenix 2 years ago
Dr. Kofman is a wonderful teacher. I studied with her for a short period at FAU. Not sure if she still teaches there but she was one of the best piano teachers in Florida IMO. Also a really beautiful person.
renaissance27 3 years ago 3
They Russian !!!!!!His parents may be moved to U.S long time ago!
OneTimG 3 years ago
persistance + intelligence
crippled82 3 years ago 4
why is it in america if there is a child who plays piano gets called a Prodigy
schumannetudes 3 years ago 4
mabey because he can play 200 songs BY MEMORY. And has composed 20 of his own?
hmm I wonder why?
dumbass...
ZomgJCBby 2 years ago
I wish they would present his performance and I mean full performance of the piece. It's very hard to judge this way. The child is definitely interested in music which is not very common among 6 year olds especially in USA where classical music is not popular. The fact that parents supported their son's interest is very commendable. And I think hiring russian piano teacher is also a wise decision.
lttrhd 3 years ago 4
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ihrtmusic12334 3 years ago
its not the point if there is some one better there always is but he is still a prodigie
cupy1 3 years ago 2
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looks autistic
loltheworld 3 years ago
this boy is a piano prodigy too but Emily Bear is +++++++++ what this boy
emily mejor pero este chaval es cojonudo buenisimo tambien
Dutifri23 3 years ago
i dont think they're in competition.
alwy15 3 years ago
Search for Emily Bear, a true piano prodigy!
xnieatx 3 years ago
There is a video here of STEVEN WILTSHIRE titled "Beautiful Mind". He is a SAVANT and is known as the HUMAN CAMERA. Please check out this beautiful human being who is so talented. He is considered to be Autistic. I believe that was the same part that Dustin Hoffman played in a movie, forgot the talent. This little boy is beautiful.
brolio42 3 years ago
wikipedia is the best resource for anything available
AoEFreak54321 3 years ago
i started playing piano since i was about six. i played for about 3 years and then i quit for about a year and now i am playing again
mymusic988 3 years ago
This entire "discussion" is pathetic. This child is extremely talented. Thank you! to the person who posted this video.
olmmbill 3 years ago 2
Ok now for a nice comment, the kid is not the BEST piano player ever, but as a future music educator, I think it's great to see a kid into music and into learning. As he gets older, I hope he keeps progressing and keeps his love for the craft.
MDalto1 3 years ago
And just for clarification, my last comment is to....Alexander365911
MDalto1 3 years ago
he looks like a mini grownup
zdgdhryu123 3 years ago
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this kid looks retarded. any one else back me up on that?
sqazsquat 3 years ago
Yes, that's exactly what I thought when I saw this video. I'm like...um, is it just me or...
somethingispink 3 years ago
he's only 6 years old. give him a break.
grlinterrupted22 3 years ago
i'm not trying to be mean. i just think he looks retarded.
sqazsquat 3 years ago
he looks like his dad... haha.
teresahan1991 3 years ago
Yes, sqazsquat, and your supposition may be correct. Exceptional musical abilities are not uncommon in cases with idiot-savants having neurological disorders. Their notable ability to mimic and compose rude melodies is drastically distinguished from the ability of actual prodigies, such as Mozart, who were able to compose with articulation and sophistication worthy of considerably older and more experienced contemporaries.
dolofonos 3 years ago
so i was right. he's retarded.
sqazsquat 3 years ago
LOL!!! SO TRUE. And not in a bad way, but to other people it's pretty bad and funny. THIS KID HAS A FRIKKIN UNIBROW!!! LMFAO!!!
Alexander365911 3 years ago 2
It said he likes playing with his friends, but he was playing with his mom.
AJest3r 3 years ago
ROFL!
somethingispink 3 years ago
youtube keeps saying my pics are too adult style
gawddamnthisusername 3 years ago
he's no prodigy.
oso2279 3 years ago
lol this kid is amazing!
PeopleRFragileThings 3 years ago
I really enjoyed how this video was made, unpretentious and genuuine on the part of the parents and piano teacher, and understand the comments about how certain children are adults at times and children at times. You are doing a great job in allowing him be who he is, which is pretty much all you can do with profoundly gifted children.
flexyldy 3 years ago
cantplaygtar? what? just shut up
bemjamin 3 years ago
Hey mario fuck you he is better than you and he is almost better than me and my little brother
scarletpath 3 years ago
Dude he's no prodigy he's so sloppy and who cares if he plays 200 pieces memorizes. They're probably short and crappy. Check out Nic C. He only has one video, but I've seen him perform at Lutkin Hall, Northwestern University many times. He has played the heroic polonaise, chopin nocturne in e flat minor, rondo capriccioso, and much more fabulous pieces...
Alexander365911 3 years ago
i agree rocknap23!!!
amazing stuff.... amazing brains...
JohnstarMusic 3 years ago
I love it!! This reminds me of my childhood...
oz8drive 3 years ago
You played with your mom instead of other children!?!?!? That's sad. Seriously...
Alexander365911 3 years ago
And what do you do??
oz8drive 3 years ago
Hang out with acutal friends... You're jealous aren't you?
Alexander365911 3 years ago
That's all?
FYI: I have good friends but that's not all.
Just a Q: And why are you doing this??
oz8drive 3 years ago
I think the problem is the definition of the word "Prodigy." Everyone seems to have their own idea of what that means. The kids not average, there are lots of little kids who want to play piano at his age, and there are lots of them that can't play well (plenty of examples on YouTube). I thought it was good of the parents to feel a need to protect him. The comments made here are probably the types of things to protect him from. He's 6, why would any adult want to pick at a 6 year old?
ck361 3 years ago 2
His mom's a milf.
animeflip 3 years ago
oh..shut the fuck up, you idiot!
kubu79 3 years ago
You need to chill... and it's the truth... at least I aint a pervert unlike you.
animeflip 3 years ago
you're so few human and so much of a beast..and vulgar as well
kubu79 3 years ago
vulgur? you're the one who swore at me you hypocrite.
animeflip 3 years ago
These parents are totally misguided! Rather than wasting time making videos like this and ptting him on TV in every possible show, they need to help this talented kid continue to make progress in piano. He started with immense talent, but is now way behind some other kids on YT like Aimi (klingsor93) or Abhik (abhikmazumder), who also started at 4. There is a big difference between playing a few lines of Rondo Ala Turca and full sonata movements!
cantplaygtar 3 years ago
Yes he's amazing but remember not everone can afford to buy a piano or afford to have music lessons, or afford to pay a 'doctor', there may be many children that had the potential to be as great as him just not in the same circumstances. He was discovered early but lots of other people may not be discovered or discovered that they could have been amazing too late because they were in the wrong circumstances. but yes again - he's good!
originalchillie 3 years ago 2
SO CUTE!!!!!!!!
prosporter6 3 years ago
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i think this is shit
eugeniopupu 3 years ago
I'm a 23 year old Music Major...piano minor, and that kid plays better than me...maybe i should take lessons from him LOL...he's a prodigy!
MDalto1 3 years ago 8
Dude you really must suck because that kid is so sloppy. People must call you sloppy joe. It's kinda embarrasing for you.
Alexander365911 3 years ago
First off, your the ass who's up here with like a billion post dedicated to hating on a 6 YEAR OLD...and you apparently can't read because my comment clearly says I'm a piano minor. I'm a vocalist... a DAMN GOOD vocalist. So no, my piano skills aren't strong. Are you really trying to go on me when I wasn't addressing you in the first place? My comment was a compliment to the fact that a little kid actually has enough attention span to sit and do something like that. GET A LIFE.
MDalto1 3 years ago
mario can you shut up? no one is perfect dumbass every one makes mistakes when playing piano even beethoven did try playing piano without making a mistake see how hard it is.
rocknap23 3 years ago
you people are just jealous that your not half as good as this kid stop hating on a child
rocknap23 3 years ago
Ethan is very talented, but definitely not a prodigy. He's very gifted for someone his age, but is not quite at the adult level yet. See some of the other videos of actual prodigys and you'll know what I'm talking about.
highflyingmm 3 years ago 3
il est bon, mais ce n'est pas un enfant prodige ! il n'y a pas de quoi s'extasier !
osantu 3 years ago
He is talented but the video is misleading.
"Ethan Bortnick is a normal..."
Your flaw lies there. Does his behaviour differ from the average? Well presumably he practices a lot. He was given piano lessons by his piano oriented relative at an early age (4 and 1/2). His talent is seemingly different from average too. I wouldn't call him a prodigy as a child prodigy refers to a child who plays at a very skilled adult level whereas he plays at a very skilled child level.
notwarf 3 years ago 2
If you read more about him, you'll see why hes a prodigy... And he goes to my school. =]
Poozak19 3 years ago
I agree with mario, he is not a prodigy. he is good, but not a prodigy. although you don't need perfect pitch to be one.
lollysadverbs 3 years ago
okay i personally don't think he's a prodigy but the kid has a ton of talent for being six years old. but for Mario's defense, i do study music, and a prodigy is naturally able to play almost flawlessly and able to play by ear instantly. this boy is definately good but not prodigy status but still will probably, if he keeps as devoted as it seems he is, become an amazing piano performer. bravo Ethan you're great :)
sprague1337 3 years ago
Wow Mario's got quite the negative opinion.. I'd say that the kid is a prodigy!!! I mean heck if Mario can't play any better I'd say he should shut up. This boy is wonderful and cute. I mean I can't play like that and I'm older than him, sooo I think that the He's very very special. :)
cuteshoes14 3 years ago
well mario...were you that good when you were 6? If you weren't...then I'm sure I'm speaking for all of us youtubers when I say, who the heck cares if he's a prodigy in your book, a freeking 6 year old that good...why can't you just be happy for him. Wow so many haters in the world.
xiongstah 3 years ago
=/ yea..
Olzme 3 years ago
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honestly..he's a bit sloppy for a prodigy...sure he's amazing for his age...but a prodigy?? no. If THIS is what people call a prodigy...they need to watch a movie called Amadeus and look at the REAL prodigy..because honestly...a prodigy is a real genius who just plays with perfection...a person who has perfect pitch..this kid does not have perfect pitch, if he did, then he would fix all the mistakes he makes..so calling him a prodigy is a bit silly..
mario54671 3 years ago
hah, i like how I got huge thumbs down because I'm not sucking the kid's dick...look honestly, my piano teacher saw this and said he was bad..because even SHE knows what a real prodigy is! he is VERRY VERY sloppy..he's 6..but I've seen 4 year old's play better than that..THOSE are the real prodigy's...this is just another example of why Americans really don't know what talent is, and I live in America, so don't think I'm being racist or something..that's why American Idol is shit..
mario54671 3 years ago
you are right. Painfull but so fucking true!
fitobakers 3 years ago
Yeh. Espeically Oprah's most talented kids competition. Who cares about a frikkin hula hoop girl!!!! IT'S NOT TALENT!!!
Alexander365911 3 years ago
Ethan is doing great. Keep up the good work!
blummy24x7 3 years ago
he was on oprah dude!
rockhardtoast 3 years ago 2
They should really get that unibrow cut.
Googonx 3 years ago
is he the guy thats going to be on oprah?.. but if he's not, does any1 know who that kid who is going to play the piano on oprah?
crys151 3 years ago
yes May 12th
ethansmusicsite 3 years ago
The whole idea of "musical prodigy" doesn't make sense to me. The only real gift you could have for music would be a good sense of pitch. Otherwise, it's going to be sheer motivation that gets someone mastering an insturment.
CannibalBrain 3 years ago
It just comes naturally to them. They don't need motivation; once they touch the piano, they...learn on their own. That's how I see it.
Pikafu 3 years ago
nice.
Ibik 3 years ago
You know, I could care less if this kid is a prodigy or not. What DOES concern me is the way his parents approach the situation. His mother claimed that he is a "child sometimes, but an adult sometimes." NO.... he is a CHILD, ALL THE TIME. The father said that he had a "great responsibility" by having a child like this. Aren't all children a great responsibility? This poor child, and his misguided parents!
clberka 3 years ago
by the way, the video is very well done!
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congrats to the movie director
:))
amustar6 3 years ago
amustard6,
Thanks for the compliments. It's refreshing to hear something about the video and not some bashing about Ethan.
- 'The Director'
pixeljournal 3 years ago
I like his teacher - she is so articulate.
the little guys is so cute!! he could become a good actor he loves it, he's good
hey people, do not go crazy w conflicting opinions here- you are all too involved and against each other like one says one thing and another gets mad and says something worse... relax...
amustar6 3 years ago
With my two comments below i was trying to explain to greekcidippe that promoting your child comes naturally, especially when the child is so talented. Looking forward to hear more from Ethan on youtube!
macr18on 3 years ago
Ethan has the formidable luck of having a manager in his parents but this whole commercial thing might put pressure on him - the expectations will go higher and higher. Like with Mozart - his father was taking him everywhere so his childhood was not easy. This might become tough on a young child. But this is just an opinion - it is their kid after all. Indeed he is talented.
greekcydippe 3 years ago
Well, I kept looking at older comments on this video which stirred such a passionate argument about Ethan being a prodigy or not, and some accusations/explanations that I do not believe can be true. I guess the effect is that Ethan's obvious talent is overlooked in this dispute. He is just a talented child, but the comments are directed at his parents mostly. Which spoiled the pleasure of listening to little Ethan. Can you please post some more of Ethan's works for everybody's enjoyment?
macr18on 3 years ago
The parents are overdoing it, obviously. There are more kids more talented on youtube - and their parents do not say they are prodigies... poor kid... why would they do this?
greekcydippe 3 years ago
Quoting an expert opinion: "There is a whole issue with parents elevating their children to "unreachable" levels etc. First of all, it is of course one of the most natural things in the world, as a parent, being proud of your child." His parents see him as a prodigy and have the money to promote him,which is an enjoyable mission for them.They pave the road for him to become a career pianist, by exposing him to audiences. For some reason his ratings are not exceptional, but the kid is talented.
macr18on 3 years ago
lol, .. shit !
Dachujar 3 years ago
this kid is awesome he could probably teach me a thing or two
ecrocksmysocks 4 years ago
The way he plays is just a mess (when he plays)... (Is he Ethan the prodigy whose parents paraded him for no reason on TV?) Youtubers, please see my 7-year old gifted student Hailey for comparison (type "hailey pianist" and pick W.F. Bach Air video or go directly to my channel). And I DO DOT label Hailey as prodigy or bring her on TV. Maybe I should?... I would be interested to hear others' opinions about Hailey, as I think she is so gifted comparing to this boy.
asorescu 4 years ago
nehh... question, why do you compare ur STUDENT w/ him? So what if ethan is a genius and your student is a genius.. then both of them are geniuses. Damn, i hate comparing KIDS. Just promote her the other way so he could also be like Ethan and besides, your student is a year older than him. a year cud mean something Dude.
armaenabual 4 years ago
this kid plays by ear. if he hears a song he gets on the piano and plays it; no sheet music! who cares if he stumbles over his fingers, you should not put him down especially since your student was taught everything that she knows and he was not! dude get a grip.
death93adder 4 years ago
It is not true he plays by the year. He has had a piano teacher since he was 4, who taught him notes and music theory. He is very well schooled. Please see his other videos with his piano teacher(look for "Ethan") before making a comment.
asorescu 4 years ago
if you ever read about him and not only listened to everything you have heard, then you would know that he got a piano teacher after he started playing by ear.
death93adder 3 years ago
hey death93adder... watch this video... the kid has a very good teacher who has a Ph.D. in music... lol - you are so young and furious. this is why Ethan is so good, besides his natural talent.
cydcharisse08 3 years ago
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Haily sucks, sorry!
Googonx 3 years ago
You sound like a frustrated person.
arturojmzs 3 years ago
Good point... (btw she is soo cute and musical). hats off to you for not labeling her as prodigy. But people will always exagerate about their kids and only true musicians like yourself would spot it... I guess the commercial side of this story frustrated you but you cannot fix that... relax...
googonx is again a bad tempered kid with a zest for foul language - you man relax too, at 14 life is beautiful (or you are older than you say?! :0 )
amustar6 3 years ago