you're amazing ! I played classical piano for 4 years and then I started playing jazzpiano, but still my heart stops everytime I hear a few amazing piano songs - played so well, like you did !
Keep on that good work, so that I could enjoy this great work again !
Thanks so much for all of your compliments! It means a lot to me that you took the time to comment and tell me that you like my videos. Thanks for the encouraging words, and I hope you continue to watch my videos!
I realy appreciate you taking the trouble to respond. I am sure that you are extremely busy as your talent is clearly in great demand. Keep up the good work.
Thanks for the compliment! I respond because if people take the time to comment on my video (be it a compliment or suggestion), I feel I should take the time to give them a response. I appreciate your encouragement and thanks for watching!
Thank you for the absolutely incredible compliments! Your comment on my interpretation is very meaningful to me as interpretation is more difficult for me to nail than technique. Thanks also for watching my video!
I'm Mathilde and I'm 13. I am French but I learn English at school so it's normal if I make big errors ^^ My piano's teacher gives me this Chopin etudes and thte Rachmaninoff that you are playing in an other video ... It's WONDERFUL !! I love your songs ... Congratulations, it's very very beautiful ! :D
Like Kitty, I would like to be a pianist so ... I look your videos for more inspiration :)
Me and my teacher were deciding which one I should play. I already played Op. 25 No. 2, so we were deciding between this etude (Black Key), Op. 10 No. 4, and Op. 10 No. 9. I liked No. 9 :).
One thing I noticed about Chopin etudes is that the easier ones are still very intimidating, but don't turn out to be that bad. Now the harder ones are very intimidating, but are still REALLY HARD!
My name's Kitty, I'm 16 and I think you are just incredible!! Definitely brought me more reason for me to be a concert pianist. I saw your other video from an international contest, and I rememeber playing the Beethoven Bagatelle it made me smile to hear it again, but I have to tip my hat to you for playing this amazing piece and that Rachmanninoff Prelude! I did a mini recital today and played Khachaturian's Toccata :)
I wish you all the luck for more success in your future,
Thank you so much for your encouraging words! I'm glad you enjoyed my Chopin and Rachmaninoff, as I spent countless hours working on them (especially the Rachmaninoff). Thanks again and I hope you continue to enjoy playing piano!
You're very talented and a very special human being, indeed. Thanks for sharing your videos, I'll subscribe so expect some comments from me. Take care.
Hello, Aaron. Thank you for sharing your beautiful performance.
I am french and also love playing Chopin, and especially his etudes. If i can give you an advice, you should listen more carefully to all the melodies on the left hand. When Chopin writes a note, it is always included in a melodic line (i don't know how to say it in english?).
We often don't take care to the left hand when we play such a difficult right hand (i had the same problem when i played the fantaisie-impromptu).
I'm glad you enjoyed my performance of the Black Key Etude! I also found that my left hand was the weakest aspect of this performance due to the difficulty of the right hand. Thank you for taking the time to critique me!
:) I'm so jealous of u >=( grrrr im only a year younger and i can't ddo anything close to this unless I practise it for a few months, and even then it wouldn't be anywhere near perfect! I'm doing third grade in piano at the min (AMEB)
G'day Aaron. Another dazzlling performance. I listened to the piece without watching you playing and I am sure that it sounded just as good as any recording of an adult concert pianist. Your technique is truly amazing and your control of dynamics and rubato perfect. Keep up the terrific work. Best wishes to your family to. Paul.
I'm glad you enjoyed my performance of the Chopin Etude! Thank you so much for the very supportive comments! I really appreciate it. Thanks also for watching my video!
AWEOME! HOW do you keep your fingers from slipping off the black keys? lol I gave up on this piece because of that. lololz Those keys are too skinny. lol
i think you have excellent technique and interpretive maturity for your age, which defines you as a prodigy. Personally out of opus 10, my favourite is number 4, which unlike this etude is one of a serious passion. I'm now playing it, and I would definitely like to see how you'd cope.
Wonderful interpretation of Chopin's Etude !! I am sure you received quite a few bravos after that performance.
Many people say that Franz Liszt's etudes, such as the trio: "Trois etudes de concert" are compositionally harder than Chopin...but it is my opinion that Liszt's etudes actually "fit the hand" better...and thus are easier to play than Chopin. Chopin's Etude in G is noted for it's near impossible hand placements in places.
Thanks so much for your compliments regarding my technique on the etude. Actually, I am working on a Liszt concert etude now, and I would agree that it "fits the hand" better; however, it is much more musically difficult than the Chopin. I have not played the Carnival Op. 9, or any Schumann recently, but it is definitely an interesting piece.
Dear Aaron, This is Irene. I am 12 y.o, I love piano and other insment I know how to play everything that I have. I have a piano teacher she's a very good teacher of mine, but she died at december 28 2009 that time im on my vacation & i have been know that she died at january. I just could not believe she died but, her sound of playing never died in me. I hope you know what I mean =). Your playing was very great. It's my very favourite song of Chopin even if he died, his song still alive in you
well not saying that its not good but i have the hint of awkwardness in it and not quite matching up to the sounds and keys so i might say that its fake. not in a mean way at all.
So...you don't imply in any "mean way at all" that Aaron's rendition of Chopin's very difficult 'Etude in G' is a fake??
Has it ever occured to you that the video not matching the sounds is because the vid to music dubbing is out of sequence. This particular video HAS had video of the piano hammers, and close-up of the keys dubbed in...that is obvious...but it is NOT a fake.
Please note that this recorded performance was a well known judged piano competition. No fakery.
an interesting musician and pianist from the very beginning on.... lots of work still in front of but already a lot behind....
with the necessary effort the next years there is the hope to win a competition of international value.... the musicality is there , its a question to chose the right works to learn now to achieve that goal....
Hello Aaron! This is Aaron from SMU (the one that was playing a Prokofiev Sonata and Mephisto Waltz). This Chopin was great, especially for your age. See you next year!
ok ive been watching all these "prodigies" and i say nothing of the sort
until this you are simply amazing god has given a gift i pray you continue to use it
ps i also play the piano (although nothing as magnificent as this) and i find some comfort that you do not sightread music well because i cannot read music
Wow, I'm impressed that you take the time to respond to everyone on Youtube - I'd rather you be practicing or playing ball with that time! You are going to be terrific as your career takes off - (and your hands get bigger - no end of possibilities in sight!)
To learn the notes, it probably took me about a month, but the dynamics took a whole lot longer to learn. I am not one of those people that you are talking about (although I certainly know what you mean), but it would be really nice if I was. Thanks for watching my video!
I would agree with you that some of the camera angles were very unusual. I did this video for some college students that were filming this for their graduate masters program in film. They gave us this film as a thank you for the time I spent with them. I appreciate the work they did but know that is is different than a standard filmed piece.
My current teacher doesn't test using the Royal Schools of Music testing. I think that the last time I tested for it was when I was seven years old. So, I have no current certification.
I agree that there are some strange camera angles during my performance. This video was done by graduate film students as part of one of their projects at school. I'm not sure if they had any experience filming pianists.
Ur freakin amazing! How long u been playing? I started at the age 14 and I'm 21 now. I took a year and a half off but I got back into it. I'm not close to ur skills. Music is my major and I want to get up there.
i hope you dont mind if i ask but im also 12 and my teacher is jumping me in grades and sending me to college.. so... what grade is this song? ive always wanted to learn this piece =)
Aaron love when you play piano. One of the greatest interpretations of this etude. You are one of the greatest piano player. Very good performance. Congratulations!!!
I'm glad that you appreciate my posting comments. I have never heard of eMule, but I will see what it is and maybe upload some of my music to it. I am not currently planning a concert in Israel, but anything can happen!
Thank you so much for the wonderful compliments! I have recorded multiple CDs, but none of them are available for purchase; I just record them to have a record of what I have done.
Dear Aaron,
you're amazing ! I played classical piano for 4 years and then I started playing jazzpiano, but still my heart stops everytime I hear a few amazing piano songs - played so well, like you did !
Keep on that good work, so that I could enjoy this great work again !
Good luck in everything you do,
Janette
Jazminaification 3 weeks ago
Dear Janette,
Thanks so much for all of your compliments! It means a lot to me that you took the time to comment and tell me that you like my videos. Thanks for the encouraging words, and I hope you continue to watch my videos!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 weeks ago
Hey Aaron! It's me again, Sai. I just finished my Prelude and Fugue in C Minor and I'm now playing this song as my next repetoir/assessment.
Good luck with whatever you're doing now.
ninetailnaruto341 2 months ago
Dear Sai,
I hope you enjoy playing this piece and thanks for the kind wishes! Thanks also for watching my vdieo!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 1 month ago
Aaron keep uploading videos please! you really are a talented pianist and all the best for the future
bakerdeb1 6 months ago
Dear Aaron
I realy appreciate you taking the trouble to respond. I am sure that you are extremely busy as your talent is clearly in great demand. Keep up the good work.
Willie Wandrag
wwandrag 6 months ago
Dear Willie,
Thanks for the compliment! I respond because if people take the time to comment on my video (be it a compliment or suggestion), I feel I should take the time to give them a response. I appreciate your encouragement and thanks for watching!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 6 months ago
It is a rare pleasure to see someone not only playing with perfect technique but also feeling and emotion.
wwandrag 7 months ago
Dear wwandrag,
Thank you for the absolutely incredible compliments! Your comment on my interpretation is very meaningful to me as interpretation is more difficult for me to nail than technique. Thanks also for watching my video!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 6 months ago
Dear lmarcus461,
Thank you so much for your wonderful compliments! I really appreciate them. Thanks also for watching my video!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 9 months ago
Awesome, Aaron. How did your competition at Virginia Waring go? Hope to see fresh uploads soon.
Regards, Nat.
DMusic96 9 months ago
youre such an inspiration!!!!!!!
britanytwain 9 months ago
Thank you britanytwain!
Aaron
tbkurz 9 months ago
Omfg!! This kid is crazy!! Lmao
He's incredibly, unbelievably good!!
Now thats talent :)
inochi17 11 months ago
Thanks so much for your compliments, inochi17! I'm glad you enjoyed my video.
Aaron
tbkurz 9 months ago
You are incredible! Hope I get to meet you want day and watch you play! :)
IanLeoTV 1 year ago
Thank you so much, IanLeoTV!
Aaron
tbkurz 9 months ago
Oh god, I'm so jealous. This kid has achieved everything (on the piano) that I DREAM of someday achieving; at the age of 12.
But still, I have to admire your playing - can't wait to see you perform when you're like 30 years old. Thank you, and good luck! =)
belegSJ 1 year ago
Thanks for all of your compliments, belegSJ, and thanks for your encouragement!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 9 months ago
Hey, does anyone knows how long it takes to learn this?
TheBonnethead 1 year ago
Hello Aaron :)
I'm Mathilde and I'm 13. I am French but I learn English at school so it's normal if I make big errors ^^ My piano's teacher gives me this Chopin etudes and thte Rachmaninoff that you are playing in an other video ... It's WONDERFUL !! I love your songs ... Congratulations, it's very very beautiful ! :D
Like Kitty, I would like to be a pianist so ... I look your videos for more inspiration :)
I hope you will have success in your future !
Bye, Mathilde
Themusicienne 1 year ago
Dear Themusicienne,
I'm glad you enjoy watching my videos! Your encouraging words really mean a lot to me. I hope you continue to enjoy playing piano!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 9 months ago
What an exciting performance. Really well filmed too!
pondwatcher 1 year ago
Thanks, pondwatcher!
Aaron
tbkurz 9 months ago
Oh, Chopin etudes...
Me and my teacher were deciding which one I should play. I already played Op. 25 No. 2, so we were deciding between this etude (Black Key), Op. 10 No. 4, and Op. 10 No. 9. I liked No. 9 :).
One thing I noticed about Chopin etudes is that the easier ones are still very intimidating, but don't turn out to be that bad. Now the harder ones are very intimidating, but are still REALLY HARD!
F1R1NMAHLAZAH 1 year ago
just love the way you play...
tscholent 1 year ago
Thank you so much, tscholent!
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
Aaron,
My name's Kitty, I'm 16 and I think you are just incredible!! Definitely brought me more reason for me to be a concert pianist. I saw your other video from an international contest, and I rememeber playing the Beethoven Bagatelle it made me smile to hear it again, but I have to tip my hat to you for playing this amazing piece and that Rachmanninoff Prelude! I did a mini recital today and played Khachaturian's Toccata :)
I wish you all the luck for more success in your future,
Kitty
wittywheeze 1 year ago 3
Dear Kitty,
Thank you so much for your encouraging words! I'm glad you enjoyed my Chopin and Rachmaninoff, as I spent countless hours working on them (especially the Rachmaninoff). Thanks again and I hope you continue to enjoy playing piano!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
wunderful!
nico13112008 1 year ago
Simply amazing ..
MsIcelandgirl 1 year ago
Thank you so much, MsIcelandgirl!
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
Dear Annrawwhhh,
I practice piano about 21 hours a week in the summer and about 15 hours a week during the school year. Thanks for watching!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
@tbkurz no wonder your so good!!!! Piano should be your profession!!!!
loquaciousdog90 1 year ago
Thank you so much, Daniel, and thanks for visiting my channel!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
Wonderful and very good played ! Me too i play the piano but i'm not such good at !
I play simplely pieces of chopin like fantaisie impromptu and liebestraum n°3 of Liszt .
How long time did you practise the piano ?
Sorry if you don't understand what i write, i 'm french
Dorine
clasicalmusicable1 1 year ago
Wonderful and very good played ! Me too i play the piano but i'm not such good at !
I play simplely pieces of chopin like fantaisie impromptu and liebestraum n°3 of Liszt .
How long time did you practise the piano ?
Sorry if you don't understand what i write, i 'm french
Dorine
clasicalmusicable1 1 year ago
Wonderful and very good played ! Me too i play the piano but i'm not such good at !
I play simplely pieces of chopin like fantaisie impromptu and liebestraum n°3 of Liszt .
How long time did you practise the piano ?
Sorry if you don't understand what i write, i 'm french
Dorine
clasicalmusicable1 1 year ago
You're very talented and a very special human being, indeed. Thanks for sharing your videos, I'll subscribe so expect some comments from me. Take care.
JasonTchavarria 1 year ago
Hello, Aaron. Thank you for sharing your beautiful performance.
I am french and also love playing Chopin, and especially his etudes. If i can give you an advice, you should listen more carefully to all the melodies on the left hand. When Chopin writes a note, it is always included in a melodic line (i don't know how to say it in english?).
We often don't take care to the left hand when we play such a difficult right hand (i had the same problem when i played the fantaisie-impromptu).
ChopinsReturn 1 year ago
Dear ChopinsReturn,
I'm glad you enjoyed my performance of the Black Key Etude! I also found that my left hand was the weakest aspect of this performance due to the difficulty of the right hand. Thank you for taking the time to critique me!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
That was beautiful :)
Oh and what a sweet boy. It's nice of you to take time and reply.
It's wonderful song. Nice playing! Lovely.
musicindisguise 1 year ago
Did it take you forever to master all of these pieces?
JesseRela 1 year ago
Dear JesseRela,
On average, I probably spend roughly nine months on a piece before moving on from it. Thanks for watching!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
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Wonderful and very good played ! Me too i play the piano but i'm not such good at !
I play simplely pieces of chopin like fantaisie impromptu and liebestraum n°3 of Liszt .
How long time did you practise the piano ?
Sorry if you don't understand what i write, i 'm french
Dorine
clasicalmusicable1 1 year ago
:) I'm so jealous of u >=( grrrr im only a year younger and i can't ddo anything close to this unless I practise it for a few months, and even then it wouldn't be anywhere near perfect! I'm doing third grade in piano at the min (AMEB)
stuntsquiral1 1 year ago
Thank you for watching my video, stuntsquiral1! I hope you enjoy playing piano as much as I do. What pieces are you working on?
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
OMG! that is so perfect!! i salute you Aaron.. you're GOOD GOOD GOOD!
jolenefsw 1 year ago
Thank you so much, jolenefsw! Thanks for watching!
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
So nice camera views.
And a nice Chopin.
Chrisy299 1 year ago
Thanks, Chrisy299!
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
I like your performance very much. Very Handsome too. Thanks for sharing this .
colorpiano 1 year ago
I'm glad you enjoyed it, colorpiano!
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
I feel sucks behind you!!!! :D
geckotamia 1 year ago
Thanks, 1almaz3!
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
G'day Aaron. Another dazzlling performance. I listened to the piece without watching you playing and I am sure that it sounded just as good as any recording of an adult concert pianist. Your technique is truly amazing and your control of dynamics and rubato perfect. Keep up the terrific work. Best wishes to your family to. Paul.
paulcopeland 1 year ago
Dear Paul,
I'm glad you enjoyed my performance of the Chopin Etude! Thank you so much for the very supportive comments! I really appreciate it. Thanks also for watching my video!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
wow - what a gifted young boy :)
BTW - loved u're brahms' raphsody (Gm) - such beautiful inner voices :)
gr8
eyalli 1 year ago
Thank you so much for your compliments, eyalli! I worked very hard on the Rhapsody so I really appreciate your kind words. Thanks for watching!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
AWEOME! HOW do you keep your fingers from slipping off the black keys? lol I gave up on this piece because of that. lololz Those keys are too skinny. lol
Excellent video. Congrats!
lllllllllllllll88 1 year ago
@lllllllllllllll88 - Sorry, I meant aweSome! lol typo because this video is so "aweSome" that I couldn't even type. lol
lllllllllllllll88 1 year ago
well done!
nico13112008 1 year ago
i am 12 and can play like that i mean in terms of speed but i am not until that standard..
sumimimi0 1 year ago
aaron,
i think you have excellent technique and interpretive maturity for your age, which defines you as a prodigy. Personally out of opus 10, my favourite is number 4, which unlike this etude is one of a serious passion. I'm now playing it, and I would definitely like to see how you'd cope.
chazzithebrit 1 year ago
@chazzithebrit Black key at age 12 is pretty achievable. At that age, I played the arpeggio, black key, revolutionary, and ocean etudes.
Prodigious is knowing all the Chopin and Liszt etudes like a student I've seen in Portland.
demosj 1 year ago
Wow...
6 flats... =O
That's very hard
I love Fréderic Chopin =)
You should play the Lizst's Transcendental Etude's xD
Congrats Aaron ;)
fabiopalma 1 year ago
many flats doesn't mean it's harder.
gastmania933 1 year ago
But this in particular is, because it's very fast and unusual to play, to lots of pianists.
best wishes =)
fabiopalma 1 year ago
Oh, and I checked out your website. Really cool! You've done a lot of stuff!
~Goobieproductions
Goobieproductions 1 year ago
Aaron,
Wow again!!! I could watch all you video's all day! I love it! This is a great video. I can tell it was taken professionally. Great work!
~Goobieproductions
Goobieproductions 1 year ago
fantastic!!
40greenmusic 1 year ago
Thanks 40greenmusic!
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
ohgosh. you're so good. how do you move your fingers like that and hit the keys perfectly
sangmi3 1 year ago
Dear Aaron you are N1
venkasemka 2 years ago
Thank you, venkasemka!
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
Thanks venkasemka!
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
Aaron.
I am sorry..I forgot to ask: Have you ever had the pleasure of playing Schumann's uniquely eclectic, but beautiful and artistic 'Carnival, Opus 9'?
I would love to see a video of you playing that fun piece!
pragmaticus123 2 years ago
Aaron,
Wonderful interpretation of Chopin's Etude !! I am sure you received quite a few bravos after that performance.
Many people say that Franz Liszt's etudes, such as the trio: "Trois etudes de concert" are compositionally harder than Chopin...but it is my opinion that Liszt's etudes actually "fit the hand" better...and thus are easier to play than Chopin. Chopin's Etude in G is noted for it's near impossible hand placements in places.
At any rate...thanks for the superb rendition!
pragmaticus123 2 years ago
Dear pragmaticus123,
Thanks so much for your compliments regarding my technique on the etude. Actually, I am working on a Liszt concert etude now, and I would agree that it "fits the hand" better; however, it is much more musically difficult than the Chopin. I have not played the Carnival Op. 9, or any Schumann recently, but it is definitely an interesting piece.
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 1 year ago
Dear Aaron, This is Irene. I am 12 y.o, I love piano and other insment I know how to play everything that I have. I have a piano teacher she's a very good teacher of mine, but she died at december 28 2009 that time im on my vacation & i have been know that she died at january. I just could not believe she died but, her sound of playing never died in me. I hope you know what I mean =). Your playing was very great. It's my very favourite song of Chopin even if he died, his song still alive in you
TheIreneaustin 2 years ago 4
well not saying that its not good but i have the hint of awkwardness in it and not quite matching up to the sounds and keys so i might say that its fake. not in a mean way at all.
sorry aaron,sincerely yours: ~islandheart1~
islandheart1 2 years ago
islandheart1:
So...you don't imply in any "mean way at all" that Aaron's rendition of Chopin's very difficult 'Etude in G' is a fake??
Has it ever occured to you that the video not matching the sounds is because the vid to music dubbing is out of sequence. This particular video HAS had video of the piano hammers, and close-up of the keys dubbed in...that is obvious...but it is NOT a fake.
Please note that this recorded performance was a well known judged piano competition. No fakery.
pragmaticus123 2 years ago
Bravo!!
MORIZROSENTHAL 2 years ago
Aaron, I love your talent, you're a God's gift to music, and thanks God He gave you that great talent.
bobbiegirl1000 2 years ago
Dear bobbiegirl1000,
Thank you so much for your amazing compliments and for watching my performance!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
You are amazing kid, truly amazing.
MsKim009 2 years ago
an interesting musician and pianist from the very beginning on.... lots of work still in front of but already a lot behind....
with the necessary effort the next years there is the hope to win a competition of international value.... the musicality is there , its a question to chose the right works to learn now to achieve that goal....
uhartchristian 2 years ago
Hello Aaron! This is Aaron from SMU (the one that was playing a Prokofiev Sonata and Mephisto Waltz). This Chopin was great, especially for your age. See you next year!
WetcheekMusic 2 years ago
Dear Aaron,
I'm glad you enjoyed the Chopin! I hope to see you soon!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Wow, that was great. I don't play piano myself, but i enjoy listening to classical pieces such as this one! Keep up the good work!
DaveMoustache 2 years ago
Dear DaveMoustache,
I'm glad you enjoyed the video and that you like classical! Thanks for the encouraging words!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
ok ive been watching all these "prodigies" and i say nothing of the sort
until this you are simply amazing god has given a gift i pray you continue to use it
ps i also play the piano (although nothing as magnificent as this) and i find some comfort that you do not sightread music well because i cannot read music
soccerocarinamlg 2 years ago
Dear soccerocarinamlg.
Thank you so much for all of your great compliments! Thank you so much for watching and taking the time to comment no my video!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
amazing
pwnd56 2 years ago
Thanks, pwnd56!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Now transpose it up a semitone for fun!
bfffan 2 years ago
Black key isn't that hard. I played when i was 9 and more sticcatto
SeoJ15 2 years ago
OMG, now i feel horrible on piano XD i must stop watching these amazing people .. x'D
muffex3 2 years ago 2
Wow, I'm impressed that you take the time to respond to everyone on Youtube - I'd rather you be practicing or playing ball with that time! You are going to be terrific as your career takes off - (and your hands get bigger - no end of possibilities in sight!)
good luck and success!
3screamingkids 2 years ago 10
Dear 3screamingkids,
Thanks so much for all of your encouraging words! I hope you continue to watch my videos!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
professionally well done, again.
7FishyFoe9 2 years ago
Thank you so much 7FishyFoe9!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
How long does it take you to learn a piece like this?
Are you one of those crazy sight-readers who can play anything they see?
Just curious - wonderful job by the way! :D
colinlikeschapstick 2 years ago
Dear colinlikeschapstick,
To learn the notes, it probably took me about a month, but the dynamics took a whole lot longer to learn. I am not one of those people that you are talking about (although I certainly know what you mean), but it would be really nice if I was. Thanks for watching my video!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
I literally had my mouth open the whole time! WOW! That was...wow! *speechless*
Annija089 2 years ago 2
Dear Annija089,
I'm so glad that you liked my performance of the etude! I really appreciate it as I worked for a very long time on perfecting it.
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Some of the camera angles were really obnoxious to be completely honest. :/
Other than that, the playing was quite good;
peppersprayinthebutt 2 years ago
Dear pepper,
I would agree with you that some of the camera angles were very unusual. I did this video for some college students that were filming this for their graduate masters program in film. They gave us this film as a thank you for the time I spent with them. I appreciate the work they did but know that is is different than a standard filmed piece.
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Anyway, I really like your playing! It's a very clean interpretation and sounds very professional! You are really talented:D
pebbli94 2 years ago 2
Thanks pebbli84, I appreciate your support and am glad that you like the piece!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
LRSM is the Licentiate Diploma from ABRSM.
What level are you at now??
pebbli94 2 years ago
Dear pebbli94,
My current teacher doesn't test using the Royal Schools of Music testing. I think that the last time I tested for it was when I was seven years old. So, I have no current certification.
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
pretty 'clean'...im already trying to play rondo alla turca
hermesatolympus 2 years ago
Thanks hermesatolympus! I hope you enjoy that piece as much as I do!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
A flawless performance! Thank you.
gerardbedecarter 2 years ago
Dear gerardbedecarter,
Thank you so much for all of your encouraging and for watching my videos!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
What diplomas have you attained so far? I'm guessing LRSM?
pebbli94 2 years ago
Dear pebbli94,
I have not earned any diplomas, but what is LRSM? I have never heard of it.
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
I don't think I could ever be so good though:P
KeaneKiller18 2 years ago
Dear KeaneKiller,
Thanks for all of your compliments! I really appreciate it!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
no way! this is so amazing!! Makes me want to learn to play piano!!!:D
KeaneKiller18 2 years ago
Dear KeaneKiller18,
I'm so glad that you liked my performance! Thanks for watching my video!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
how much hours in day do you practise??
i like your technique!! well done
LabinotBahtiri 2 years ago
Dear LabinotBahtiri,
I"m glad you enjoyed my video! I don't have a specific amount of time that I practice every day, but I usually do around 15 hours a week.
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Awesome!
I wanted to play this piece, but my teacher said that i have to play an other piece for the piano competition... Ok, after that i´ll learn it ! : )
Brocaserter 2 years ago
Whats with the odd camera angles? I'm trying to watch a performance...
c2043588 2 years ago
Dear c2043588,
I agree that there are some strange camera angles during my performance. This video was done by graduate film students as part of one of their projects at school. I'm not sure if they had any experience filming pianists.
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
You are right. Intrusive camera directors spoil many things. Close ups and meandering ruin things, for me anyway.
I am surprised they have to learn how to do it.
I love Chopin's music but most is too difficult for me.
divvy1400yam600 2 years ago
heyy. you are awesome.
im 17 and just started playing the piano two months ago.
thanks for the inspiration !!
rendesvouz21 2 years ago
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petrofdecauda 2 years ago
Aaron, dont let any one to tell you, that you are the second Rubistein or Horowitz, the second is no good.You are you and no body els. Good luck.
Daniel Morales
8cubanm 2 years ago
Dear Daniel,
Thanks for the very nice words! I appreciate it.
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Hold on ur 12?
xxxxx123456789xxxxx1 2 years ago
Dear xxxxx123456789xxxxx1,
I was 12 during the filming of this video, but I am currently 14.
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Ur freakin amazing! How long u been playing? I started at the age 14 and I'm 21 now. I took a year and a half off but I got back into it. I'm not close to ur skills. Music is my major and I want to get up there.
Boogieboykf 2 years ago
Dear Boogieboykf,
My mom started me in piano at the age of three.
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
omg i watched all of de pieces played by tis person so damned pro i love it jiayou
winteryeve 2 years ago
where did you record this?
yohbyo 2 years ago
Dear yohbyo,
I recorded this at University of North Texas, which is close to Dallas. I hope you continue to watch my videos!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Wow! It's so amazing!!!!!5*****************
samuelngkee 2 years ago
Thank you so much!
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
i hope you dont mind if i ask but im also 12 and my teacher is jumping me in grades and sending me to college.. so... what grade is this song? ive always wanted to learn this piece =)
hitmanreborn02 2 years ago
black keys, etude no.5 if im not mistaken, chopin. screw this song, learn fantasy impromptu - much more beautiful a piece
dahoosafeth 2 years ago
Dear hitmanreborn02,
I started learning this piece at the beginning of 7th grade (when I was 12). Thanks for watching my videos!
tbkurz 2 years ago
What's your favorite recording of this piece?
MrPfund 2 years ago
My favorite recording of this piece? That's hard to say, MrPfund, but maybe Horowitz's because it's very clean and different.
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Your sound is getting mightier... i like it that you feel the music, or at least make me feel it :)
acerflots 2 years ago
Dear acerflots,
Thank you for your compliments regarding my performance! I'm glad that you like my sound!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
My favorite etude by Chopin and you play is so beautiful.
It's excellent!
cristeny 2 years ago
My goodness! You sure can play. Chopin is my favourite pianist by far! Thank you for this.
Karamachandify 2 years ago
Dear Karamachandify,
Thank you so much for your compliments regarding my performance! I really enjoy Chopin as well!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Aaron love when you play piano. One of the greatest interpretations of this etude. You are one of the greatest piano player. Very good performance. Congratulations!!!
petrofdecauda 2 years ago
Hear hear
DonGordeeto 2 years ago
Dear petrofdecauda,
I'm so glad that you enjoyed my interpretation! Thank you so much for all of your compliments and your encouraging words!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Dear perrofdecauda,
I'm so glad that you enjoyed my interpretation of the etude! I worked on it for a long time.
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
That is very good! You're gonna be great!
SirArmengol 2 years ago
He already is!
DonGordeeto 2 years ago
No he's not. He's 12, he can't be great. He will, so he's one of the most talented childs I've ever heard of
SirArmengol 2 years ago
I suppose you mean he's great, but one day he'll be greater?
DonGordeeto 2 years ago
Thank you!
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Great musician!
Tocinator 2 years ago
Thanks!
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
I like how he just leaves in the dark. Mysterious.
tvbmovielover 2 years ago
I always did love this piece!!
coffeeforcreature 2 years ago
Dear coffeeforcreature,
This has always been one of my favorite pieces as well!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Dear Aaron
I haven't put my videos yet I do not go terder to put them...
Do not call me MrBouboux but Alan is better
MrBouboux 2 years ago
I very like your playing. Its pretty good :-)
Appassionata90 2 years ago
Thank you!
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Hello Aaron,
I'm a 10-y/o pianist and I thanks you for your prestation.
My name is MrBouboux
My real name is Alan.
Watch my videos .
Thanks.
Bravo
☺☺☺☺☻☻☻☻
MrBouboux 2 years ago
Dear MrBouboux,
I'm glad you liked my performance! While I haven't watched your videos yet, I will soon!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
you are so cool you are truly a genius
Fredsgirl3 2 years ago
Thank you so much!
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Thanks!
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Aaron Kurz, A true Piano Prodigy.
Chrisjuchniewicz 2 years ago
you play better than pianists twice, even triple your age
dmolina96 2 years ago
Thank you so much for the wonderful encouragement!
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Wonderful, and you have time to answer all the comments that we so glad post, that's awesome.
Can I download your music from eMule? don't keep your CDs only for yourself ;-)
Planing a recital in Israel?
All the very best,
Benny
37benjam 2 years ago
Dear Benny,
I'm glad that you appreciate my posting comments. I have never heard of eMule, but I will see what it is and maybe upload some of my music to it. I am not currently planning a concert in Israel, but anything can happen!
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
Dear Aaron;
you are really incredible, fabulous, a truly genius.
Did you recorded CD
Keep it going...!!!
With love from Israel
37benjam 2 years ago
Dear 37benjam,
Thank you so much for the wonderful compliments! I have recorded multiple CDs, but none of them are available for purchase; I just record them to have a record of what I have done.
Sincerely,
Aaron
tbkurz 2 years ago
You are very amazing Aaron. So young yet so professional. Keep up the good work.
-Camille
yearock1234567890 2 years ago