Eric Himy performs Liszt Mephisto Waltz no. 1 / PART II

[grouchocatman]

I'd never heard of him before; found him on youtube trying to hear some Steingraebers. He is an amazing pianist. He reminds me a bit of Arrau with his deep tone and unbridled passion. This is Liszt as serious music, which is how it should be played. But Arrau never had this level of technical mastery. I wish him the best and hope that he becomes better known.

[mrstrings65]

I love steingreaber, and seiler pianos... he's playing a steingreaber here...great playing !!

[pianowize]

I attended this remarkable recital last year

but what made it all the more emotional and unimaginable is that the Father of this amazing pianist had passed away sadly just a few days before

and the pianist on stage was in tears and grief and almost cancelled this appearance but announced that he would play in his memory nonetheless.

The funeral was held apparently the next day. It was very moving and unforgettable.

[kathetique]

What Lilylady said. An amazing performance from a first class performer. See him! You won't be disappointed.

[lilyladyinma]

Just heard this performed live at the 3/28/09 concert at the University of Maine, If you think hearing this youtube is great, you should hear him play it in person.

Absolutely a mind bender!

What energy. What passion. Way to go Eric!

[drcodysweet]

Brilliant.

[Music2Die4]

If nothing else, the performance had a lot of horsepower..... Uh..... Horowitzpower.....

[DebraWarman]

is that the bach busini one?

[danyvenegas]

Liszt-Busoni, but this only works with Horowitz so far. check Earl Wild he does his own ending, its cool ending.

[DebraWarman]

MY GODDDD!@!!!! i am SPEECHLESS this guy is a HOROWITZ VIRTUOSO!!!! 10 stars!!!!!!!