`the most terrifying fact about the universe is not that it is hostile but that it is indifferent,but if we can come to terms with this indifference,then our existence as a species can have genuine meaning.However vast the darkness,we must supply our own light.`
"You and I have chosen the worlds most insane profession - what we strive for is perfection and perfection unfortunately is for mankind, unnatainable. But we must never stop our striving to get up to that unknown unreachable goal"
Bolet's last words for this series. So very true. The challenge i would like to achieve, is to raise an awareness of classical 'art' music to todays generation. What do you want to achieve from your career?
Wonderful!!!! Barry Douglas is one of my favorite pianists!!
helenlinpiano 1 month ago
Thanks for posting this wonderful, wonderful masterclass series on this, the greatest of all piano concertos!
gerardbedecarter 1 year ago
awesome!
jmealonso 2 years ago
Viva Cuba!!!
musicolorhythm 2 years ago
Great posts! What wonderful gift to all piano music lovers! Millions of thanks!
ajlee1216 3 years ago 7
BofferBings-
Thanks SO MUCH for posting this masterclass!!!!!!!!
It was amazing....I learned so much.
iLoveUasMuchAsMusic 3 years ago
You can almost hear the applause of a packed house when Barry finishes the last movement. I yelled "Bravo" from my chair after the last chords!
grandeodalisque 3 years ago 5
In addition to being an extraordinary pianist, Bolet was truly the Man when it came to personal charm -- a real gentilhombre.
gnolti 3 years ago 5
@gnolti ..... Bolet's "farewell address" was magnificent and inspirational!
gerardbedecarter 1 year ago
Excellent. Humanity is more than I thought...
hadricalifornia 3 years ago 2
Ha Ha "They sound like just a naked octave" He sounds like Sean Connery.
sbcpianist 3 years ago 5
Thank you so much for the whole excellent, worthwhile series! Bolet's mastery left us speechless and inspired.
dantsos 4 years ago 11
`the most terrifying fact about the universe is not that it is hostile but that it is indifferent,but if we can come to terms with this indifference,then our existence as a species can have genuine meaning.However vast the darkness,we must supply our own light.`
voxosoxo 4 years ago
bolets comments had me in stitches....`not an easy piece is it`.
voxosoxo 4 years ago
Douglas pure delight in delighting the Master.......
voxosoxo 4 years ago
"You and I have chosen the worlds most insane profession - what we strive for is perfection and perfection unfortunately is for mankind, unnatainable. But we must never stop our striving to get up to that unknown unreachable goal"
Bolet's last words for this series. So very true. The challenge i would like to achieve, is to raise an awareness of classical 'art' music to todays generation. What do you want to achieve from your career?
goodridgewinners 4 years ago 6
fantastic Master, fantastic pianists, fantastic series
Masmorra84 4 years ago
such a wonderful serie! Too bad there is not one for the 2nd concerto
IloveAlexisBledel689 4 years ago 2
Formidable, delicioso. Much to learn.
tonyguzmantorres 4 years ago
Can't agree with you MORE!!! What a loss to music and piano art! Bolet died so early!
musikguru1 4 years ago
Thanks so much for sharing this series with us. My favorite students from that group were Barry and Jose, with a slight edge to Barry.
Dionyseus82 4 years ago
Barry was by far my favorite student outta the group..
jmt768 4 years ago
Thank you so much! I devoured the 14 videos. Some of the best things there are on youtube for a piano player
whippingmoon 4 years ago
INDEED!! What a pity there are so few!
musikguru1 4 years ago
Great words of wisdom from the master.
maestro8bowser 4 years ago
His final quip is great: "Not an easy piece, is it?" LOL
seanrcollins 4 years ago
amazing videos. I enjoyed them thoroughly. Bolet had such a great take on the concerto & had great things to say for each and every performer.
swimgirlangel 5 years ago
Fabulous playing by Barry Douglas and Bolet was so wonderful. This Master Class series is amazing.
Pianojanna 5 years ago
me too..is such a joy :)
bemoll 5 years ago
Thank you ... i enjoyed this very much.
davidf996 5 years ago