Great to see this. Back in the 1930s through the 60s or so it was much more common to hear jazz or other pop arrangements of classics. Ella F. alluded to many classical works even in the course of her florid improvisations on other songs. The audiences would have known them enough to recognize them. Audiences aren't as literate with classical music now, though, and I think many such allusions to classics are missed.
I usually hate listening to modern versions of pieces...but this one conserves the original style and does not ruin the original. Beethoven would have smiled :-)
That was excellent. Somehow you managed to retain all the integrity of Beethoven's original piece, whilst adding the jazz element. I particularly loved the trio section, especially 2:30 - 3:00
@gregoryusa1 you kidding? Beethoven was the first jazz improviser! ...talk about the 2nd movement of his last sonata Op. 32...
29qbp 9 months ago
Beethoven would have loved this. For all the naysayer's, don't you think Beethoven improvised?
gregoryusa1 1 year ago
The description of this video brings back old youtube memories!
auntiepicklebottom 1 year ago
Fantastic.
I really admire your courage in approaching classical music this way, because it is too often seen as untouchable. Keep the videos coming!
jumpingbeans8 1 year ago
Really inspiring ! Exquisite work, great talent!
pianometal 1 year ago
nice ...
MusicThoughtFeeling 2 years ago
Great to see this. Back in the 1930s through the 60s or so it was much more common to hear jazz or other pop arrangements of classics. Ella F. alluded to many classical works even in the course of her florid improvisations on other songs. The audiences would have known them enough to recognize them. Audiences aren't as literate with classical music now, though, and I think many such allusions to classics are missed.
3cplantin 2 years ago
What part of "improvised jazz piano lesson" didn't you understand when you found the video initally?
3cplantin 2 years ago 4
Agreed with legamature , Beethoven's version is better , i dun like this version too bad
Krestzek 3 years ago
Of course it is!
Doug
jazz2511 3 years ago
You're videos are impressive.
Are you a student of jazz, or self-taught?
SICKxCHARISMAxTURTLE 2 years ago
Excellent! Captured the essence in a jazz-interpretation.
Just beautiful.
burbank57 3 years ago 6
Well done!!!!!!!!!!
soul888 3 years ago
Nice, but Beethoven's version is better.
legamature 3 years ago
Some lovely nuances here. Great timing and some very interesting chords. Well done!
dewdropsky 3 years ago
I usually hate listening to modern versions of pieces...but this one conserves the original style and does not ruin the original. Beethoven would have smiled :-)
Lucithen 3 years ago
Amazing! Beethoven would have been so proud!
omgwtfkekelol 3 years ago
wow, this is sick! awesome job fellow!
korean1988 4 years ago
Nicely done! Very interesting.
greob 4 years ago
Ludwig Jazz Beethoven ... amazing, beautiful. Thank you for sharing.
khantuta 4 years ago
I loved the second part, very jazzy! loved it!
Lilibet90 4 years ago
Educational, entertaining, exquisitely played. Thank you master.
pastoria3 4 years ago
What a treat for Halloween. You probably put a big smile on Beethoven's face. Brilliant work. Thank you for posting.
visualizen 4 years ago
What a treat for Halloween. You probably put a big smile on Beethoven's face. Brilliant work. Thank you for posting.
visualizen 4 years ago
****stars.
vidimah 4 years ago
That was excellent. Somehow you managed to retain all the integrity of Beethoven's original piece, whilst adding the jazz element. I particularly loved the trio section, especially 2:30 - 3:00
zetnsh 4 years ago