It is tragic and pathetic to see how Americans spend most of their time talking about race, even after it has already caused incalculable damage. The Chinese are laughing at this.
Vunderful, great, fantastic~!!!^O^ I was a bit iffy about the apparel, but... It's a beautiful piece, and I love hearing you play it.^^ I love piano with a passion, and guys who can play it are REAL men!!!^^
tchykovsky...I appreciate what you said. My only point was just a personal one....the way Cambry plays this hits me as personally emotionally right. I find myself choosing to play this when I get emotional. I do not play well but I play for myself with passionate adoration of this music and for those who can play it well.
as in... josef hofmann completely jumps the tempo faster, adds in rubato. these days, chopin ballade and the new generation of pianists are too keen on "a perfect score" and being "on time." especially since recording technology has improved, nobody wants to hear a wrong note in their recording. in fact, recordings of classical music are more popular than live classical music. those good days might not come back because most don't enjoy classical music with freedom (or in their case errors).
@sonbarzzz Rachmaninoff plays this at a near impossible speed, cambry is not even half as fast in some of the places. doesn't mean its bad, but at the speed rachmaninoff plays it, i almost feel as if there is a sudden rush, my brain is popping like crazy and that i'm at a HUGE risk of hitting a wrong note. the climax is just octaves, most pianists can do it, but to play those at Rach speed takes quite a level of motor development and muscle memory. top it off, rachmaninoff makes it all even.
@sonbarzzz with rachmaninoff, it's all about taking risks and making music. horowitz understood it with the Rach 3 and nobody to this day can play any of the pieces Rachmaninoff wrote near the original tempos. it's that borderline between safe and dangerously crazy that makes Rachmaninoff's music ridiculously hard to play. these days, Rachmaninoff music is too over sentimentalized and played very slowly. Josef Hofmann also does the same thing with Chopin's ballade 4.
First of all I want to say that it is a very difficult piece only a very talented musician can bring to perfection
I heard it many times and have played it myself
but you have clearly misunderstood it, it is made to be played in a tragic and dramatic way through the first page and i got the feeling that you kindda "fast forward" the hole page, the second part was to be played building power and stress but your way made it feel ordinary.. i was waiting for that "boom" to finely come
Wow. this is the best i've heard on youtube and (Not meant to be racist at all) it's from a black guy guy wearing a sports jersey. This is almost exactly the same as I play it (You're better though, of course. ) The same tempo and such. I havn't yet mastered the Quadruple sfortzando yet. GREAT job though! Subscribe and favorite*
it's funny how people criticize his clothing... and most of them are sitting in their underwear locked onto youtube all day. what does getting all dressed up have to do with playing the piano?
you would have to be kidding to criticize his playing though, even though it's a little slower than the standard (lets say the standard would be how rachmaninoff himself played it), it's very rich and interpretive. i liked it a lot.
@ibclappin Rach played part1 slower, part2 faster and more dexterity, and part3 slower. All quieter. He had a very rare, unique, and uneven slight rubato that imparted his characteristic "imperial" quality. Most importantly, a lot of people's interpretations are stylistically much more cohesive than Cambry's. It takes more than just drama/emotion and dexterity. It takes creative intelligence and an interpretation that has some creative meaning to it. In short, emotion, but no personality.
@resonantdave it's only what was recorded; rachmaninoff, like scriabin, prokofiev, gershwin and many others, had different interpretations of the same piece of music
@ibclappin All performances by Rach, not just this work, have certain distinct qualities in common. Because those qualities are universally found in all his recordings and in written accounts of his playing, it is part of his distinctive style. It was elegant, strangely "regal", with a very uneven rubato that was more than just having a different method. He was very much known for his style of playing and how distinct and weird it was. Gould and Cziffra also had styles they were known for.
@resonantdave a lot of rachmaninoff's performances of his own pieces are extremely dry and robotic, as if sending a message to the pianist saying "i want to leave you with just the notes and you're free to express them however you like."
@ibclappin Yeah, it's very subtle, and he emphasized his ability to play very evenly and lightly, even at great speeds.
That was a different era where such subtlety was seen as tasteful.
For a good example of what I'm talking about, look up his performance of this piece. It starts out even, and then once there's a repeat, he adds the distinctive rubato. It's more than just no rubato then suddenly rubato; jazz musicians do that too, where they will complicate the timing progressively.
@resonantdave Surely the deviation from how Rach played shows personality? Stylistic cohesion means nothing. If you want to hear it how Rach played it listen to Rach. If you want to hear it how Cambry plays it listen to Cambry. If you don't, then don't listen, and quit your yacking. He's worked very hard, and, while personally I prefer other versions, I appreciate this, and I think he does a great job. Your criticism doesn't help Mr. Cambry, it just puts him down. What do you mean by 'cohesive'?
@bertiethetoupee4 All recordings of all songs by Rach have distinct thins in common, meaning his personality shows through them. He was very much known for that at the time. It is described many many times in the written accounts of his playing from the time. Cambry doesn't have that. It isn't even clear he has a style throughout an individual piece.
Gould and Cziffra were also known for their incredibly distinct styles.
Endless praise may be fun, but truthful critique is useful, and truthful.
It's a pity that sensitivity, just like true emotion, is not a popular trait. This the era of mediocrity where a guy /gal who just learn a few chords, or has the audacity to recite cheap rhymes on a beat can be an overnight idol...
Why should an artist who has worked hard, to attain this level of mastery in his art should be referred to as a "Black Dude in tee-shirt"?
Camry, the notes you play convey a quiet, but wonderful sense of fulfillment. Keep the faith!
Wow! that was amazing! I am playing this song for a competition, and listening to you just helped me a lot.. because there are some parts that I have trouble playing, but now I think I know what to do :D
Hmm, well congratulations on getting all the notes. I think to make it better you really need to slow down and feel the music. Damn you can play it fast though : D
you are very good! I study this peace too, before i study rachmaninoff Prelude Op 23 no 5 . Can you play that too, its so beautifull song and its very dificult too. Thanks for the upload
Thank you for your performance. I have a concert on the 4th of october at which I would like to play this piece, and I was looking for inspiration on how to "pronounce" the music in this piece. You were of great help to me. (Five stars)
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Don't see what's so great about this guy. Yeah he can play piano, but anyone can with a few lessons. He lacks an interpretation. I'm getting bored listening to him. If you can call his deviations from the interpretations, I don't like his interpretation.
It's because you keep watching me all day every day and writing comments, you're addicted to my videos and now you're bored. *yawn* be more creative with your comments.
@PianoPlaya123 Jabbing back at critics of any kind, in any context, is extremely unbecoming and unflattering. And unconvincing.
I've heard a LOT of people play this, and Rach's own recording is high on my iPod's most played songs list. Most people play it too evenly, others make it awkward and/or melodramatic. You have some subtleties in your playing, but not in your interpretation, and it isn't cohesive. And listen to AviFreidman94.
By the way, the mantra of multiculturalism creates another form of racism - liberal one. When you say that black people are more prone to rhytmic music -rap, R &B, jazz etc. and not to classical music, you reproduce 'civilized' racial stereotypes, which are no less offensive. The difference is what constitutes racism.
It is really stupid to talk about race as biological substance. There are few classical composers among black because of racial segregation and oppression cultivated by Western societies. Even now when formally racism is outlawed it still persists in the form of social inequality. The same is true about peasants, workers who didn't have access to any education, not to mention musical education. Paradox, would you say that all white peasants and workers were biologically defective?
But black people are just as capable and creative musically, look at Jazz pianists, some of the best ever are black- Scott Joplin for example. And Jimi Hendrix is best guitarist ever. If you worked it out logically, you won't ever be called racist or be accused of stereotyping.
he's right, there aren't enough talented black pianists. cecil taylor and andrew hill are the most talented that i can think of off the top of my head.
I'm with Phishrcool... In and of itself, skin color doesn't tell you a thing about a person's family, upbringing, education, musical inclination, etc. It means nothing (except that the darker you are the more sun exposure you should get for adequate vitamin D production).
Skin color is just melanin in the skin. You know it's the same stuff that gives your hair its color? I personally don't think there are enough redheaded banjo players in the world, myself...
some people aren't given the opportunity to ever even touch a piano in their lives. believe it or not, but race and economic situation and a bunch of other factors make life harder for some people.
i agree with you; you're simply misunderstanding me.
if anything, darker skin makes you better with music. gospel? soul? jazz? rock? rap? black people. the first music ever, really? black people.
but seriously, everyone knows that race means nothing.
In the case you are talking about, that would be a racial circumstance, not a stereotype. Saying it's a stereotype implies that it is widely believed that African-Americans can't play 20th Century Classical piano music by Russian composers. And that is just prejudice.
again, you aren't saying anything new. it's obviously a prejudiced statement based on age-old racist assumptions. but it's a prejudice that exists and is quite widespread: why else would rap become an acronym meaning "retards attempting poetry" for straight-laced, self-righteous, racist pricks?
also, stop saying "african-american." it's a vague, pseudo-politically-correct word that is quite offensive when you actually look at it. i've heard nelson mandela being called that before...
Ha ha just so theres no confusion, Rachmaninoff was NOT black :-P
I think it's fair to say that white people are more likely to play classical music- but thats to do with class system. The higher classes in USA are mainly white christian lunatics and can afford lessons and instruments for the kids, whilst as the black community arnt exposed to music too much, you rarely get classically trained black pianists.
No no, there was a misunderstanding. Yeah i can take a joke and i knew you were joking but elevenwhy seemed very serious. It wasn't funny if it was meant to me a joke.
Alright well there was nothing funny about your "jamaica roots" gag. You sounded like a typical YouTube know-all. I didn't realise that in fact you were just a not very funny person.
I though Rachmaninoff was a performing terrier?? he had his own show.. check it out. You play that dog music way better than I do. I've also heard a rumour that Chopin was Kenyan, his mother was Masai. Is that true?
sorry i love this piece, and i just dont enjoy it much from this interpretation - you know very well how to play, excellent player, but i missed rhytm many times - wasnt perfect, but nvm only one bad comment ^^
This is such a great performance. I really love the emotion you put into all your performances, and you really inspired me to learn music that isn't from video games.
Vintage attire or not, it's how you play, and the feeling you give to those who listen. I wouldn't even care if he was wearing his grandmother's pyjamas...
people that judge this man based upon his appearance are neanderthals who should be banned from youtube - there should be a minimum IQ requirement of 70 for this site. . .
Veerrry nice... I had been looking for a good rendition of this piece for about 20 minutes, and when i came to yours i loved it. i think u eased into the second page with a very good speed. I know some players have just let loose on this part from the get-go but u did great
I played this Prelude Op 3 Nº 2 but unfortunately I don't have recorded it on video. However I've upload a video of the Elegy from this Op 3. I think that I was lucky to do that because I don't remember it now.......
tantrum32312, by the outfit not matching the song, should he wear vintage attire in order to amuse ignorant people like you who can't seem to see past an outfit?? Listen with your ears and heart! Cambry is being himself and expressfully playing one of the most beautiful pieces in the romantic era.
Oh for God's sake. You obviously don't have a clue about this sort of thing if thats all you can contribute. Pieces like this are for LISTENING. Not viewing.
...holy friggin' A...*looks down at munchkin hands on keyboard* I feel so inadequate right now...I'm never gonna be able to play it that well...that was excellent, though, it totally made my day^^
EXCELLENT! I am learning to play this song myself, so I have been listening to different interpretations of it, and yours was by far the best. 5 stars!
this IS without ANY doubt THE best interpretation of this i have EVER seen!!!!! how come you're not world famous?! or are you?!?! BY THE WAY what brand of piano is that?! it's wonderful WELL DNE. i wish i could play this that well.
Sounds a lot like a Steinway. You can almost see the name at 00:26. Looks like a long blur and a smaller blur. Fits with Steinway & Sons (Son? sons? whichever)
C#m is a rare key (4 sharps), but it switches through naturals half the time as well... so basically that means the chords are very difficult to predict, and you need to concentrate a lot. The legato bit isn't too bad (basically single notes), but the fast chord bit after this is again more challenging mentally than physically. Maybe that's just me - I don't read that much, and have been playing (irregularly) since I was 5, so the hardest physical playing is when it's cold or I get cramped.
Beautiful job! I really appreciate all the character and emotion you incorporated into this piece. It really came alive!
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It is tragic and pathetic to see how Americans spend most of their time talking about race, even after it has already caused incalculable damage. The Chinese are laughing at this.
satsatur 1 month ago
How long does it take to practice and perfect this song? And do you learn this by yourself?
she2302 2 months ago
Vunderful, great, fantastic~!!!^O^ I was a bit iffy about the apparel, but... It's a beautiful piece, and I love hearing you play it.^^ I love piano with a passion, and guys who can play it are REAL men!!!^^
KagomeHHaruhiF 2 months ago
Wow! I'd love to be able to play this!
xxxCalmstorm 3 months ago
sweet performance
IcyScythe 4 months ago
tchykovsky...I appreciate what you said. My only point was just a personal one....the way Cambry plays this hits me as personally emotionally right. I find myself choosing to play this when I get emotional. I do not play well but I play for myself with passionate adoration of this music and for those who can play it well.
sonbarzzz 4 months ago
as in... josef hofmann completely jumps the tempo faster, adds in rubato. these days, chopin ballade and the new generation of pianists are too keen on "a perfect score" and being "on time." especially since recording technology has improved, nobody wants to hear a wrong note in their recording. in fact, recordings of classical music are more popular than live classical music. those good days might not come back because most don't enjoy classical music with freedom (or in their case errors).
tchykovsky 4 months ago
I think Cambry plays this better than anybody else including Rachmaninoff himself.
sonbarzzz 6 months ago
@sonbarzzz Rachmaninoff plays this at a near impossible speed, cambry is not even half as fast in some of the places. doesn't mean its bad, but at the speed rachmaninoff plays it, i almost feel as if there is a sudden rush, my brain is popping like crazy and that i'm at a HUGE risk of hitting a wrong note. the climax is just octaves, most pianists can do it, but to play those at Rach speed takes quite a level of motor development and muscle memory. top it off, rachmaninoff makes it all even.
tchykovsky 4 months ago
@sonbarzzz with rachmaninoff, it's all about taking risks and making music. horowitz understood it with the Rach 3 and nobody to this day can play any of the pieces Rachmaninoff wrote near the original tempos. it's that borderline between safe and dangerously crazy that makes Rachmaninoff's music ridiculously hard to play. these days, Rachmaninoff music is too over sentimentalized and played very slowly. Josef Hofmann also does the same thing with Chopin's ballade 4.
tchykovsky 4 months ago
very nice!!!!!!
Honghaguitarist9 11 months ago
probably my favourite interpretation of this piece i've ever heard. been coming back to this video for like 3 years now. love it. well done.
deplanetiser 1 year ago
I don't care what you wear. Just keep playing :)
Muzacplayer 1 year ago
First of all I want to say that it is a very difficult piece only a very talented musician can bring to perfection
I heard it many times and have played it myself
but you have clearly misunderstood it, it is made to be played in a tragic and dramatic way through the first page and i got the feeling that you kindda "fast forward" the hole page, the second part was to be played building power and stress but your way made it feel ordinary.. i was waiting for that "boom" to finely come
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JorbenadzeDr 1 year ago
Wow. this is the best i've heard on youtube and (Not meant to be racist at all) it's from a black guy guy wearing a sports jersey. This is almost exactly the same as I play it (You're better though, of course. ) The same tempo and such. I havn't yet mastered the Quadruple sfortzando yet. GREAT job though! Subscribe and favorite*
leedaasianboy 1 year ago
it's funny how people criticize his clothing... and most of them are sitting in their underwear locked onto youtube all day. what does getting all dressed up have to do with playing the piano?
you would have to be kidding to criticize his playing though, even though it's a little slower than the standard (lets say the standard would be how rachmaninoff himself played it), it's very rich and interpretive. i liked it a lot.
ibclappin 1 year ago 2
@ibclappin Rach played part1 slower, part2 faster and more dexterity, and part3 slower. All quieter. He had a very rare, unique, and uneven slight rubato that imparted his characteristic "imperial" quality. Most importantly, a lot of people's interpretations are stylistically much more cohesive than Cambry's. It takes more than just drama/emotion and dexterity. It takes creative intelligence and an interpretation that has some creative meaning to it. In short, emotion, but no personality.
resonantdave 10 months ago
@resonantdave it's only what was recorded; rachmaninoff, like scriabin, prokofiev, gershwin and many others, had different interpretations of the same piece of music
ibclappin 9 months ago
@ibclappin All performances by Rach, not just this work, have certain distinct qualities in common. Because those qualities are universally found in all his recordings and in written accounts of his playing, it is part of his distinctive style. It was elegant, strangely "regal", with a very uneven rubato that was more than just having a different method. He was very much known for his style of playing and how distinct and weird it was. Gould and Cziffra also had styles they were known for.
resonantdave 9 months ago
@resonantdave a lot of rachmaninoff's performances of his own pieces are extremely dry and robotic, as if sending a message to the pianist saying "i want to leave you with just the notes and you're free to express them however you like."
ibclappin 9 months ago
@ibclappin Yeah, it's very subtle, and he emphasized his ability to play very evenly and lightly, even at great speeds.
That was a different era where such subtlety was seen as tasteful.
For a good example of what I'm talking about, look up his performance of this piece. It starts out even, and then once there's a repeat, he adds the distinctive rubato. It's more than just no rubato then suddenly rubato; jazz musicians do that too, where they will complicate the timing progressively.
resonantdave 8 months ago
@resonantdave Surely the deviation from how Rach played shows personality? Stylistic cohesion means nothing. If you want to hear it how Rach played it listen to Rach. If you want to hear it how Cambry plays it listen to Cambry. If you don't, then don't listen, and quit your yacking. He's worked very hard, and, while personally I prefer other versions, I appreciate this, and I think he does a great job. Your criticism doesn't help Mr. Cambry, it just puts him down. What do you mean by 'cohesive'?
bertiethetoupee4 9 months ago
@bertiethetoupee4 All recordings of all songs by Rach have distinct thins in common, meaning his personality shows through them. He was very much known for that at the time. It is described many many times in the written accounts of his playing from the time. Cambry doesn't have that. It isn't even clear he has a style throughout an individual piece.
Gould and Cziffra were also known for their incredibly distinct styles.
Endless praise may be fun, but truthful critique is useful, and truthful.
resonantdave 9 months ago
@resonantdave He wants to be a real pianist, he should accept real critique with humility and class, not insecure lashing out.
resonantdave 9 months ago
guau, claro- diáfano, un toque lento pero delicioso
olgaerre 1 year ago
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real classy guy, wearing a michael jordan jersey and boots to a piano recital. Absolute disgrace
rachmanericoff 2 years ago
read the info dumbshit.
ddukessucks 1 year ago
amazing. simply amazing. I'm just beginning this piece and you are an inspiration.
Chanceorain 2 years ago 3
Im 12 and playing this piece too.
Pian0O0 2 years ago
It's a pity that sensitivity, just like true emotion, is not a popular trait. This the era of mediocrity where a guy /gal who just learn a few chords, or has the audacity to recite cheap rhymes on a beat can be an overnight idol...
Why should an artist who has worked hard, to attain this level of mastery in his art should be referred to as a "Black Dude in tee-shirt"?
Camry, the notes you play convey a quiet, but wonderful sense of fulfillment. Keep the faith!
yrag8888 2 years ago 17
At 02:20 it should be faster and maybe a bit harder.
ComTh0m 2 years ago
Fast or slow... I guess this is called interpretation and up to the one who plays.
scheinzwerg 2 years ago 2
very well played, one of my favs
Chippyrat 2 years ago 2
Wow! that was amazing! I am playing this song for a competition, and listening to you just helped me a lot.. because there are some parts that I have trouble playing, but now I think I know what to do :D
babigurl745 2 years ago
Hmm, well congratulations on getting all the notes. I think to make it better you really need to slow down and feel the music. Damn you can play it fast though : D
Gloinnlight 2 years ago
this isn't fast at all. i'd call it normal. and i'd call you a douchebag
vittorioaja 2 years ago 2
True... True...
Hybridstigmatist 2 years ago
Excellent I want to work up to this level of playing yet Im 18 and I'll probably acheive something like this in about 5 years
I wonder what a racist person has to say about your playing????
superjam18 2 years ago
Great work. Sounds fantastic.
photonsoup 2 years ago 4
Beautiful work. Do you have a post for the variation on a theme of Paganini no. 18. ?
lawleollc 2 years ago 2
Everytime I hear you play a classical piano piece, I feel like I'm in heaven! You Sir, are a genius among geniuses & that is coming from my heart.
jjlinert 2 years ago 3
Brilliant work. This is one of my favorite pieces ever written. I mist add that you do it justice. Bravo.
JohnMerrik 2 years ago 4
occhio alla musica... non perdere di vista il fraseggio...
henrydurante 2 years ago 3
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THAT WAS NOT GOOD!!!!!!!!!!!!
duweykeysking 2 years ago
hahaha you're funny
PianoPlaya123 2 years ago
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please post a video response of you playin' this better
rhadoom 2 years ago
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Please post a video response of YOU playin' this better
Hybridstigmatist 2 years ago
@duweykeysking haha it says this comment has received too many negative votes... haha
CaNnEdChEeSePuFfZ 1 year ago
@duweykeysking I don't understand; the piano sounds fine and dynamics excellent. Some rough spots, but interpretation and mood were there.
PeacefulStrife 8 months ago
zomggg that does look like mike brown... or as i like to call him, Mr. Snowman
kotormaster 3 years ago
you are very good! I study this peace too, before i study rachmaninoff Prelude Op 23 no 5 . Can you play that too, its so beautifull song and its very dificult too. Thanks for the upload
johnnyTT123 3 years ago 2
by any chance, are u Cleveland Cavaliers' coach Mike Brown??????
lol jk
i love ur work man
keep up the good job
diegowsanchez 3 years ago 2
A incredible performance! I applaud you, sir. Bravo.
dumbkoff33 3 years ago 4
Simple virtuosity.
P.S.: Put on a suit, people will mistaken you for the Cleveland Cavaliers' coach Mike Brown
FlyLikeASuperhero 3 years ago 7
hahahaha
PianoPlaya123 3 years ago
well done
VeniceKing1 3 years ago 3
bene bene bene ego fleo optimum est
SoccerRocker1492 3 years ago 3
amazing...
krypt1kPHURION 3 years ago 3
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hey man,Rachmaninoff had big hands,Niger's have big penis .Why don't you change job???
ip7778 3 years ago
thats not cool man
pian000 3 years ago 12
This performance is incredible! Thanks for sharing!
lordcroesus 3 years ago 2
muito bom
rogerpianista 3 years ago
dont know what i like about this guy, he seems different from the other youtube piano players. you got something unique in your playing keep it up
honkeynegro 3 years ago 3
you are obvioulsy and without a doubt better than 98% of the other piano players. But in my mind your still so far from the 2 other %.
gl keep training and improving your very good.
cocolasticot06 3 years ago
Very nice! Keep up the good work dude :)
khosrok 3 years ago
Thank you for your performance. I have a concert on the 4th of october at which I would like to play this piece, and I was looking for inspiration on how to "pronounce" the music in this piece. You were of great help to me. (Five stars)
DrawAmatour 3 years ago
This is one of my favorite pieces from Rach.... This room seems to be much better quality and sounds much better. I love the classical pieces! :)
AMen247 3 years ago 2
The strong section is really brilliant!!With great power.
Excellent playing.This piece is amazing at extrem.
ArturoAlejandroS 3 years ago
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Don't see what's so great about this guy. Yeah he can play piano, but anyone can with a few lessons. He lacks an interpretation. I'm getting bored listening to him. If you can call his deviations from the interpretations, I don't like his interpretation.
pianopianistno2 3 years ago
It's because you keep watching me all day every day and writing comments, you're addicted to my videos and now you're bored. *yawn* be more creative with your comments.
PianoPlaya123 3 years ago 7
@PianoPlaya123 Jabbing back at critics of any kind, in any context, is extremely unbecoming and unflattering. And unconvincing.
I've heard a LOT of people play this, and Rach's own recording is high on my iPod's most played songs list. Most people play it too evenly, others make it awkward and/or melodramatic. You have some subtleties in your playing, but not in your interpretation, and it isn't cohesive. And listen to AviFreidman94.
resonantdave 10 months ago
Do you know how HARD it is to be able to play that? If you had any idea, you would not be saying that!
Lydia2377 1 year ago 2
@pianopianistno2 oh!!! pwned by (creative and talented) bro, yo!
CaNnEdChEeSePuFfZ 1 year ago
mmmmmm.... love it!
911caddy 3 years ago
5/5!
nipxu 3 years ago
I hope you become a great (World-Class) recording artist and performing artist! You sound very refined.
nancywarren 3 years ago
My God that is beautiful
whaddaiknow 3 years ago
By the way, the mantra of multiculturalism creates another form of racism - liberal one. When you say that black people are more prone to rhytmic music -rap, R &B, jazz etc. and not to classical music, you reproduce 'civilized' racial stereotypes, which are no less offensive. The difference is what constitutes racism.
crafteron 3 years ago 2
It is really stupid to talk about race as biological substance. There are few classical composers among black because of racial segregation and oppression cultivated by Western societies. Even now when formally racism is outlawed it still persists in the form of social inequality. The same is true about peasants, workers who didn't have access to any education, not to mention musical education. Paradox, would you say that all white peasants and workers were biologically defective?
crafteron 3 years ago 2
Awesome - youre one of the first I've heard to play the faster part well.
Really good rendition
Dhrtarastra 3 years ago
But black people are just as capable and creative musically, look at Jazz pianists, some of the best ever are black- Scott Joplin for example. And Jimi Hendrix is best guitarist ever. If you worked it out logically, you won't ever be called racist or be accused of stereotyping.
Your a very good pianist :-)
RussShoey25 3 years ago
Well done man! I like your playing! You're a great pianist! That Liszt etude you played was just...No words :D
And here you come again with more amazing stuff!
Keep the good job up!
Take care!
nico22059 3 years ago
It's great to see the unfortunate racial stereotypes being broken with some excellent piano playing.
Not only that, but the videos you have chosen to record include so many of my absolute favourates of Chopin Liszt and Rach.
And your piano playing isn't overexpressive either.
fredcreations 3 years ago
I'm pretty sure that thinking that there is a racial stereotype being broken is a racial stereotype.
Phishrcool 3 years ago
bullshit.
he's right, there aren't enough talented black pianists. cecil taylor and andrew hill are the most talented that i can think of off the top of my head.
defdeezy 3 years ago
I'm with Phishrcool... In and of itself, skin color doesn't tell you a thing about a person's family, upbringing, education, musical inclination, etc. It means nothing (except that the darker you are the more sun exposure you should get for adequate vitamin D production).
Skin color is just melanin in the skin. You know it's the same stuff that gives your hair its color? I personally don't think there are enough redheaded banjo players in the world, myself...
mrtwiddle 3 years ago
some people aren't given the opportunity to ever even touch a piano in their lives. believe it or not, but race and economic situation and a bunch of other factors make life harder for some people.
i agree with you; you're simply misunderstanding me.
if anything, darker skin makes you better with music. gospel? soul? jazz? rock? rap? black people. the first music ever, really? black people.
but seriously, everyone knows that race means nothing.
defdeezy 3 years ago
In the case you are talking about, that would be a racial circumstance, not a stereotype. Saying it's a stereotype implies that it is widely believed that African-Americans can't play 20th Century Classical piano music by Russian composers. And that is just prejudice.
Phishrcool 3 years ago
again, you aren't saying anything new. it's obviously a prejudiced statement based on age-old racist assumptions. but it's a prejudice that exists and is quite widespread: why else would rap become an acronym meaning "retards attempting poetry" for straight-laced, self-righteous, racist pricks?
also, stop saying "african-american." it's a vague, pseudo-politically-correct word that is quite offensive when you actually look at it. i've heard nelson mandela being called that before...
defdeezy 3 years ago
You're totally right. My family was pretty poor up until I entered high school, I didn't have the opportunity to discover music until I was 13.
pianochem 3 years ago
Everyone here is wrong, Rachmaninoff was black.
PianoPlaya123 3 years ago
fuck yeah.
defdeezy 3 years ago
Ha ha just so theres no confusion, Rachmaninoff was NOT black :-P
I think it's fair to say that white people are more likely to play classical music- but thats to do with class system. The higher classes in USA are mainly white christian lunatics and can afford lessons and instruments for the kids, whilst as the black community arnt exposed to music too much, you rarely get classically trained black pianists.
RussShoey25 3 years ago
Um, Yes he was.
Rachmaninov had strictly Jamaican roots before he moved to Russia and changed his name.
elevenwhy 3 years ago
No. Rachmaninoff WAS NOT black.
RussShoey25 3 years ago
can't take a joke?
PianoPlaya123 3 years ago
No no, there was a misunderstanding. Yeah i can take a joke and i knew you were joking but elevenwhy seemed very serious. It wasn't funny if it was meant to me a joke.
RussShoey25 3 years ago
Haha you arrogant ignoramus!
Stop and think for a second, how could ANYONE possibly harbour the thought that Rachmaninov was black.
Go look up irony in a dictionary.
And @PianoPlayer123
You are fucking amazing man I don't just love your playing but I also love the pieces of Liszt, Chopin, Rach and Scriabin that you choose to play.
elevenwhy 3 years ago 2
Alright well there was nothing funny about your "jamaica roots" gag. You sounded like a typical YouTube know-all. I didn't realise that in fact you were just a not very funny person.
RussShoey25 3 years ago
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He sure was black - it used to be "Rap Man Enough" but they russified it when he moved to the USSR.
I am totally serious, cant you tell?!
Dhrtarastra 2 years ago
I though Rachmaninoff was a performing terrier?? he had his own show.. check it out. You play that dog music way better than I do. I've also heard a rumour that Chopin was Kenyan, his mother was Masai. Is that true?
nekidspaceman 3 years ago 3
Mos def
sijemeurtcesoir 3 years ago
same man.
defdeezy 3 years ago
Super! Amazing pianist and a wonderful composition ! Regards :)
Mayka99 3 years ago
you are amazing, i memorize all my peices too but this by far is the hardest peice ive ever encountered. CONGRADULATIONS.
im astounded
j1388686 3 years ago
please don't tell me you memorized all these pieces and played them in one session :P you are amazing haha
alexkonow 3 years ago
not perfect but one of the best versions I've heard on youtube...!! I enjoyed it!! Merci beaucoup!!! :)
Shordy2307 3 years ago 2
love it, it sounds nice(even in quality)
slyf3r 3 years ago 2
OH MY GOD YOU MUST HAVE BIG HANDS TO PLAY IT
AWESOME OO
sry my english
italyrapboy 4 years ago
It's a large piece of music, for large hands only. :p
angelovondrez 4 years ago
is that to say that someone with small hands cant play it it? im just curious
sswizard 4 years ago
In an extreme situation, yes. So we're talking really small hands. REALLY small hands. But otherwise... it was a bit of an overstatement.
Hehe
pedit13 4 years ago
the largest chord spans an octave. it's not that bad. most pianists can reach an octave, even those with small hands.
bigfatwish 3 years ago 3
My piano teacher basically has half sized fingers but this song doesn't slow her doww.
Morgoth1028 3 years ago
This is one of the pieces when you show a fair amount of emotion =) keep up the good work!
tjtheplay 4 years ago
sorry i love this piece, and i just dont enjoy it much from this interpretation - you know very well how to play, excellent player, but i missed rhytm many times - wasnt perfect, but nvm only one bad comment ^^
ivanisevic2001 4 years ago
or maybe it was Rubato, then its not a rhytm problem but only mine problem - dont like rubato :]
ivanisevic2001 4 years ago
Well played, sir. You're very good. Be proud.
ClockwrkOrange 4 years ago
This is such a great performance. I really love the emotion you put into all your performances, and you really inspired me to learn music that isn't from video games.
Tiki767 4 years ago
yeah it is
Forsaken593 4 years ago
Personally I thought the middle started a little fast, but the emotion was very much present.
I actually felt a chill run down my spine when you hit the sudden calm-down near the end! Excellent performance!
PrinceJoob 4 years ago
Very well performed, I performed this in a concert a couple years ago, it's one of my favorites.
Jake0688 4 years ago
Great job man! Im learning this piece right now! Keep up the good work!
TheStick14639 4 years ago
can u sing?
YazDawg 4 years ago
Strong work! Play on pilgrim.
xringer43 4 years ago
i like your interpretation a lot.
haha first time seeing a perf of someone with non-formal attire haha.
but nevermind my second comment haha.
good job!!!! :D
shinhwaxjjang 4 years ago 2
next time i'll wear swim trunks, it's going to be awesome
PianoPlaya123 4 years ago
LOL. Your sense of humor makes me laugh. I'm glad you don't take some of these douche bags who have nothing good to say seriously.
pianochick1 4 years ago
Vintage attire or not, it's how you play, and the feeling you give to those who listen. I wouldn't even care if he was wearing his grandmother's pyjamas...
bella0black 4 years ago
this is the best recording ive heard of the piece on youtube you get my vote m8 well done !!!!!!!
bluespianist4 4 years ago 3
This IS the most beutiful prelude I've ever heard! I hope I will soon be playing it.
Jungmei 4 years ago
people that judge this man based upon his appearance are neanderthals who should be banned from youtube - there should be a minimum IQ requirement of 70 for this site. . .
this man did a fantastic job with the prelude.
happyfunnyfoo 4 years ago 9
Thankyou for posting this. Im trying to learn it too - I learned a bit from watching you play :)
SilverPersian 4 years ago
Very nice interpretation
in the 2nd part of the agitato the structure isnt clear and in the end of the agitato too many mistakes.. but good, keep playing!
Stormlord1977 4 years ago 2
I wish I could play on such a nice piano :(.
Great playing, I think if I learn this I'll use your video as a reference for "wrong notes" that I may pick up.
BTW - How did the Rachmaninoff Piano Concerto recording go? I'd love to hear that =P
SX04 4 years ago
I like it a lot, I think you are very musical.
I think the fast part shouldn't have that much pedal, though
AndreaBandelow 4 years ago
Veerrry nice... I had been looking for a good rendition of this piece for about 20 minutes, and when i came to yours i loved it. i think u eased into the second page with a very good speed. I know some players have just let loose on this part from the get-go but u did great
ScenicParkerton 4 years ago 2
This is one of my favs by Rachmaninoff and you played it beautifully^^!!!!
NeoComposer 4 years ago
thanks a lot man!
PianoPlaya123 4 years ago
excelent, but, two or three mistakes. good time and rithm. Nice feelings.
alexmanzo19 4 years ago
Great again!!!
mephisto66773 4 years ago
Very nice!
I played this Prelude Op 3 Nº 2 but unfortunately I don't have recorded it on video. However I've upload a video of the Elegy from this Op 3. I think that I was lucky to do that because I don't remember it now.......
Alvarordonez 4 years ago
You played the prelude just the way I like it. You are an amazingly talentet musician, and I hope you still play classical music.
Anders039 4 years ago 5
Wow ! Everytime I go looking for video of difficult pieces like this you always seem to show up. Love your work. Great repetoire !
Bravo !
dmcII 4 years ago
you're so great! another favorited interpretation from you! Thanks a lot!!!
mephisto66773 4 years ago
muy buena interpretacion, lo mejor que e escuchado... buenos tiempos, buenas tonalidades, en fin muy buen trabajo...
choforozco 4 years ago
Bravo! Best I've heard on YouTube! :)
yosemitesamiam 4 years ago
That's great !
rigel48 4 years ago
Beautifully played, with an amazing degree of sensitivity.There is fine, subtle mystery in your interpretation. Bravo Camrbry
kcpayton 4 years ago
Absolutely beautifully played! I loved it!
pianochick1 4 years ago
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Our outfit doesn't really match the song. The overall feel would have been better if you were dressed more formal.
tantrum32312 4 years ago
tantrum32312, by the outfit not matching the song, should he wear vintage attire in order to amuse ignorant people like you who can't seem to see past an outfit?? Listen with your ears and heart! Cambry is being himself and expressfully playing one of the most beautiful pieces in the romantic era.
pianochick1 4 years ago 5
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No you idiot. He shouldn't be wearing vintage attire. He should be dressed in formal performance attire. Like a black suit or tuxedo for example.
tantrum32312 4 years ago
Vintage attire, black suit, whatever. Can't please everybody.
pianochick1 4 years ago 3
Come on he's at school. Doy you dress up for school? I sure as heck don't.
mn30142 4 years ago 2
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wow, you must be some very bitchy teen or very grumpy asian man
xemosintightsx 4 years ago
Oh for God's sake. You obviously don't have a clue about this sort of thing if thats all you can contribute. Pieces like this are for LISTENING. Not viewing.
dmcII 4 years ago
I figure the guy must've been joking, nobody's that stupid. "Wow, the playing was amazing, but he wore a sports jersey, so I'm gonna have to say F!"
Galbator1x 4 years ago 4
How shallow you are!
kiearatd 4 years ago 3
...holy friggin' A...*looks down at munchkin hands on keyboard* I feel so inadequate right now...I'm never gonna be able to play it that well...that was excellent, though, it totally made my day^^
chibichan18 4 years ago
Awesome...
kikita86 4 years ago
Exquisite and haunting. Well done. Bravo!
Dorelliun 4 years ago
EXCELLENT! I am learning to play this song myself, so I have been listening to different interpretations of it, and yours was by far the best. 5 stars!
friekunater 4 years ago
Bellissimo Cambry! I love the way you play it, bravo.
volcom2003 4 years ago
this IS without ANY doubt THE best interpretation of this i have EVER seen!!!!! how come you're not world famous?! or are you?!?! BY THE WAY what brand of piano is that?! it's wonderful WELL DNE. i wish i could play this that well.
gyth1234531212121212 4 years ago
Sounds a lot like a Steinway. You can almost see the name at 00:26. Looks like a long blur and a smaller blur. Fits with Steinway & Sons (Son? sons? whichever)
TonicSolFa 4 years ago
thanks! i shouldve guessed anyway lol.
deplanetiser 4 years ago
I like this a lot better than the previous video. Awesome!
megger06 4 years ago
Very Moving Cambrey. Just love this piece and you did it justice. I know the Rach is listening.
Creolelady281 4 years ago
I just hate that we have to cross our hands to play the begining, otherwise, I could try it myself.
IloveAlexisBledel689 4 years ago
The hands crossing should be the least of your worries. The biggest challenge of this song (I find) is overcoming the mental confusion.
aaaadrian84 4 years ago
what do you mean??
IloveAlexisBledel689 4 years ago
C#m is a rare key (4 sharps), but it switches through naturals half the time as well... so basically that means the chords are very difficult to predict, and you need to concentrate a lot. The legato bit isn't too bad (basically single notes), but the fast chord bit after this is again more challenging mentally than physically. Maybe that's just me - I don't read that much, and have been playing (irregularly) since I was 5, so the hardest physical playing is when it's cold or I get cramped.
aaaadrian84 4 years ago