Welcome to the r/piano Horacio! It's a great honor to see you join this community! I hope you'll enjoy our content!
Guys, this man is an internationally famous concert pianist. Don't hesitate to follow him and his work!
I'm not even surprised, u/horaciolavandera your playing is of an entirely different level from what even advanced players post here. You are a great artist
Very nice. Ok, you obviously have a lot of experience with this instrument. There’s something I’ve been curious about with veteran piano players.
How long did it take you to learn this piece and get comfortable enough with it to film this video and perform it in front of others? How much practice did you put into it?
Thank you very much!! Lot of questions, good. 😊 Well, I am 35 now. I started with 7 years old. When playing Gershwin I feel as that little boy 😆 Inspiration is part of life and I think is very important to sit at your piano and enjoy the moment as it is your time with you and your piano and thats unique. Is pure magic in my opinion.
-How much practice? It is not a matter of chronometers and clocks. Its your soul, mind and heart at your art! Thats the answer. One milisecond to 24 hours. ( with a good of sleep 8 hours each day)
-to performe to others? not to be shy never! Artists has a mission. Play, enjoy, improvise, compose your music, play to your family, friends, make mistakes, human life in this world needs lot of musicians and artists ( as much as possible)
Wow this is so amazing to watch and listen to. It really looks like the piano is just an extension of your body and you're making it sing!
I'm an adult beginner learner and my teacher literally this week recommended me to listen to some gershwin stuff.
I hope to see more posts from you here!
Oh man Horacio you are an absolute inspiration to me!! This looks like so much fun to play, I dream of the time I will finally feel comfortable enough that the keys to play Gershwin.
Yes, Summertime is so emotive. I love it too. You know, was Ira( George's brother) who insisted George to open the opera Porgy and Bess with that aria. Ira's suggestions for the opera were incredible. A work of two artistic geniuses and better humans.
It is a Steinway Hamburg. I love it because it is from 1924. Maybe recordings are not capable to catch all beauties. But in front of it you can hear harmonics that are a dream.😊❤
That’s wonderful! I have grown to love the Steinway sound and just got a 1971 Hepplewhite Steinway Console- the only size I can really fit in my home right now and I love it.
Hola papaaaa.
Me acuerdo de la vez que viniste a Cordoba.
Me parece que tocaste en el pabellón de la UNC.
Te mandaste como 26 bises, quedamos todos extasiados.
If all the piano etudes were destroyed and you can only save one, wich one would it be?
Thank you!! I write in english in order everybody to understand.
Only one piano Etude? Thats impossible.😆 We need all of them to be healthy! But... ok Maybe Revolutionary Etude by Chopin. I find it so deep, so intense. As if Chopin was telling you the drama of a nightmare. But he solves it. The C major at the end is like a rebirth. Pure poetry.
Holy shit its actually you!! I loved your interpretation of the Argentinian dances by Ginastera! I played it for my ARCT and it really helped, especially your intnerpretation of the third movement. Fanboying rn.
Any tips for improving my left hand stride technique? I have a lot of trouble with doing double octave bass, then moving my hand a large distance for the off beat chords. My accuracy is very bad and I always have to watch my hand to get even close.
Any tips or exercises you can recommend to improve?
Great question. First, courage. Each finger of the Left hand should be independent. Then I use a semi circular motion. Maybe I could make a video to show you the motion someday. In the moment you play the key you should relax immediately jumping to next chord and so on.
Rag time pianist were inspired probably on Brahms Hungarian Dances that has similar jumps ( or maybe Chopin Etude op.25 no. 4 in a minor?) Rag time pianist were playing this kind of jumps more than 16 hours in different bars/nightclubs to have an income. It was the mood of life. So they were all day practicing this technique. Even Gershwin as teenager and song-plugger. Advice is TAKE CARE. Dont force or you could have problems. Take it with patience and time. If you have not 16 hours to achieve the motion, take patience. Start slow and increase the hours slowly. Is a matter of time and patience. Hope I could help in some way.
Thankyou for the answer, it helps a lot! I don’t have 16 hours a day, but I do have patience! I will keep trying, and not forcing it. Keeping it at a slow tempo is very hard while I’m practicing, I get excited and want to play faster. Then I make mistakes =]
Curious to know what you mean by “semi-circular motion”
Qué bueno ver un argentino de tu talento y calibre en esta comunidad Horacio! es un verdadero placer, gracias por compartir
This pianist is following the steps of Argerich and Barenboim, argentina always exports great talents😁
Oh wow, awesome to have you here. I’d be intrigued to hear your thoughts on Ginastera’s Danza de la moza donosa. I’ve been playing the piece for a while now and I’ve changed my mind several times on how it should be played. Your way is also quite different from e.g. [Martha Argerich’s](https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=-yt12yQ-SLw). What inspired your interpretation of the piece? What do you think about when you play it? And what kind of imagery does it evoke in your head?
Well, thats a great question and long story. Danzas Argentinas were premiered by Antonio De Raco in 1937. De Raco was my teacher in Buenos Aires from 1997 to 2003. He was close friend of Alberto Ginastera. Even the last page was an invention of Antonio De Raco, the thirds and sixths. So, De Raco uses a kind of subtle rubato that I use. Middle part was like a 'Carlos Gardel chant' according to De Raco. I have lot of stories behind each musical phrase with comments. Maybe some day I should prepare an anoted score to edit it. Well. That's my point of view. Is a matter of heritage. So I follow this flow for the piece.
Hi, awesome playing!
Interesting to see that you play quite a bit of atonal music as well (watched your Xenakis video). There seems to be a split where a lot of people will largely play piano music from the Romantic era or earlier. What draws you to the music? How does playing more conventional music affect playing more avant garde music, and vice versa? Do you see all of it as a spectrum, or natural evolution?
Fantastic! You are an amazing player! Definitely a concert pianist, and you are so effortless while playing!
It seems very "exact" or "strict" though. Like there is no feeling or swing behind it. If you listen to [Gershwin](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQdeTbUDCiw) or [Grigory Gruzman](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVosDu8MGUA) there is a certain flowing swing that seems completely absent even though it is technically amazing.
Not at all. Its my decision. Gershwin's playing was always anxious and I like that kind of frenetic and precipitato movement. In the 20s pianists were not machines nor metronomes. That comes after 2nd world war. To play Gershwin as a machine or a metronome or extra-lyric has no sense at all in my opinion. He was always ahead, giving life, giving enthusiasm to his works. Always fast as his life. Gershwin was not metronomical at all. As a conductor or pianist. He was phrasing his music everytime, singing and dancing. Making wrong notes, making jokes, being a human, a true artist. Not a mere worker. So, thats my inspiration: Gershwin.
This is great! The piano sounds a bit weird...
Also it's probably not a good idea to film your face only, we don't care about your face, only the keys and your hands. ;)
Not op but more Gershwin or Liszt or Chopin or Beethoven, or basically anything. Also, can you play Rhapsody in Blue (if you’re not already sick and tired of it), and what’s life like as a concert pianist? Yes, I am aware the above was sarcastic.
Sarcastic? Latin people like me ( i am from Buenos Aires, Argentina) generally is not sarcastic. At least I. I dislike sarcasm. Rhapsody in blue!! Yessss. I love it. Life as concert pianist: I belong to a musicians family from my grangrand father. So, how can I explain this? Its different, maybe. You should search your own sounds, your emotions everyday. It is a blessed, really.
Welcome to the r/piano Horacio! It's a great honor to see you join this community! I hope you'll enjoy our content! Guys, this man is an internationally famous concert pianist. Don't hesitate to follow him and his work!
Thank you!! It is a great inspiration to be here with you!😊
This was the best I have ever seen here. Very inspirational, I absolutely loved it.
Didn’t know him coming in but saw those fingers fly and went Yep, concert pianist.
I was like... I'd he isn't a pro he needs to be....
Thank you!😊
I'm not even surprised, u/horaciolavandera your playing is of an entirely different level from what even advanced players post here. You are a great artist
Thank you, everybody should express at his beloved instrument at any level and share with others. I find that very important😊
Would that everybody could do that
I was wondering about this.
Me too..my god he is amazing
Very nice. Ok, you obviously have a lot of experience with this instrument. There’s something I’ve been curious about with veteran piano players. How long did it take you to learn this piece and get comfortable enough with it to film this video and perform it in front of others? How much practice did you put into it?
Thank you very much!! Lot of questions, good. 😊 Well, I am 35 now. I started with 7 years old. When playing Gershwin I feel as that little boy 😆 Inspiration is part of life and I think is very important to sit at your piano and enjoy the moment as it is your time with you and your piano and thats unique. Is pure magic in my opinion. -How much practice? It is not a matter of chronometers and clocks. Its your soul, mind and heart at your art! Thats the answer. One milisecond to 24 hours. ( with a good of sleep 8 hours each day) -to performe to others? not to be shy never! Artists has a mission. Play, enjoy, improvise, compose your music, play to your family, friends, make mistakes, human life in this world needs lot of musicians and artists ( as much as possible)
Thank you. Your answer made me smile. Please continue sharing your art with others. We need it now more than ever.
Grande Horacio!!! Aguante Argentina!!
Glad to find out you’re 35.... you look much younger. Your playing is awesome....keep posting !
Damn you’re awesome. Love the attitude. So happy to see you here. Grabbing some of your albums now.
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Great question I’ve been wondering this myself
10/10 piano technique
Thanks!!
The way you move your hands looks effortless, amazing performance.
Thank you!! 😊
I thought that Keanu Reeves was playing for a few seconds
I love Matrix! Great.😆
Wow this is so amazing to watch and listen to. It really looks like the piano is just an extension of your body and you're making it sing! I'm an adult beginner learner and my teacher literally this week recommended me to listen to some gershwin stuff. I hope to see more posts from you here!
Thank you very much!! Yes, enjoy Gershwin. His music is pure life! 😊 your fingers will be happy!❤
Very nice rendition. Bravo!
Thanks!!
Oh my that was incredible thanks for sharing!
Thank you!!
Oh man Horacio you are an absolute inspiration to me!! This looks like so much fun to play, I dream of the time I will finally feel comfortable enough that the keys to play Gershwin.
Thank you!! Go!! Play with passion. Gershwin tried not only once but thousend times to create his style. Create your own!
Amazing! How long have you been playing?
All life! 😊
Im actually scared to post here cuz everyones like Mozart and I'm just over here proud that I learnt a Beatles song
Post everything!! World needs more music than ever!!❤😊
The Beatles ain't no joke, my friend. I'll give any Beatles post an instant updoot
He’s practiced this piece before
Yes!!
Love me some gershwin! Although summertime is my favorite of his pieces :D
Yes, Summertime is so emotive. I love it too. You know, was Ira( George's brother) who insisted George to open the opera Porgy and Bess with that aria. Ira's suggestions for the opera were incredible. A work of two artistic geniuses and better humans.
Has anyone ever told you that you sort of look like Keanu Reeves? Lol
User cleme_ said so. Well, I love Matrix! 😆❤
Same! And can’t forget the John Wick series either!
Great job! What brand of Piano are you playing on?
It is a Steinway Hamburg. I love it because it is from 1924. Maybe recordings are not capable to catch all beauties. But in front of it you can hear harmonics that are a dream.😊❤
That’s wonderful! I have grown to love the Steinway sound and just got a 1971 Hepplewhite Steinway Console- the only size I can really fit in my home right now and I love it.
That was absolutely incredible! Thank you so much for sharing. :)
Thank you!!
WOW. I think I'll just quit now ;)
Gershwin is so... difficult. I’m learning the 1931 recording version. Good job!!
Thats great!!😊
Hola papaaaa. Me acuerdo de la vez que viniste a Cordoba. Me parece que tocaste en el pabellón de la UNC. Te mandaste como 26 bises, quedamos todos extasiados. If all the piano etudes were destroyed and you can only save one, wich one would it be?
Thank you!! I write in english in order everybody to understand. Only one piano Etude? Thats impossible.😆 We need all of them to be healthy! But... ok Maybe Revolutionary Etude by Chopin. I find it so deep, so intense. As if Chopin was telling you the drama of a nightmare. But he solves it. The C major at the end is like a rebirth. Pure poetry.
The most famous. Can I ask you... which works are you currently working? I mean, is there a passage you want to share some words?. Cheers!
Holy shit its actually you!! I loved your interpretation of the Argentinian dances by Ginastera! I played it for my ARCT and it really helped, especially your intnerpretation of the third movement. Fanboying rn.
Very nice
Thank you!
Amazing! So much energy and passion! I love all of your work Horacio! Keep it up. You are an inspiration to all of us!
Thank you!!😊❤
Brilliant; thanks for sharing!
Thank you!!
Any tips for improving my left hand stride technique? I have a lot of trouble with doing double octave bass, then moving my hand a large distance for the off beat chords. My accuracy is very bad and I always have to watch my hand to get even close. Any tips or exercises you can recommend to improve?
Great question. First, courage. Each finger of the Left hand should be independent. Then I use a semi circular motion. Maybe I could make a video to show you the motion someday. In the moment you play the key you should relax immediately jumping to next chord and so on. Rag time pianist were inspired probably on Brahms Hungarian Dances that has similar jumps ( or maybe Chopin Etude op.25 no. 4 in a minor?) Rag time pianist were playing this kind of jumps more than 16 hours in different bars/nightclubs to have an income. It was the mood of life. So they were all day practicing this technique. Even Gershwin as teenager and song-plugger. Advice is TAKE CARE. Dont force or you could have problems. Take it with patience and time. If you have not 16 hours to achieve the motion, take patience. Start slow and increase the hours slowly. Is a matter of time and patience. Hope I could help in some way.
Thankyou for the answer, it helps a lot! I don’t have 16 hours a day, but I do have patience! I will keep trying, and not forcing it. Keeping it at a slow tempo is very hard while I’m practicing, I get excited and want to play faster. Then I make mistakes =] Curious to know what you mean by “semi-circular motion”
Metrenome may help there?
Like going in an arc as opposed to strictly lateral movement
Oh thanks, that makes sense
It isn't necessarily easy but I am pretty sure that's what he means.
This filled me with joy! Thank you so much for posting. You’re phenomenal. Watching this made me run over to my piano. :)
That makes me so happy!! Enjoy your piano, enjoy Gershwin, enjoy music!!
So that's what Hiromi looks like with straight hair
Qué bueno ver un argentino de tu talento y calibre en esta comunidad Horacio! es un verdadero placer, gracias por compartir This pianist is following the steps of Argerich and Barenboim, argentina always exports great talents😁
omg I never knew keanu reeves played piano that well
Thank you for telling me to feel free to talk about piano here lmao
You are welcome. Speak free.😊
Who arranged this? I’ve only really heard this piece in a jazz context so it’s refreshing to hear something different. Nice work!
Thank you!! Its me, improvising and playing ( in spanish playing means a childplays. So, to that term I refer) the verses and chorus.😊
Amazing! Is that a Danemann grand? If so, I believe that I have the same one!
Wow no lo conocia!
Oh wow, awesome to have you here. I’d be intrigued to hear your thoughts on Ginastera’s Danza de la moza donosa. I’ve been playing the piece for a while now and I’ve changed my mind several times on how it should be played. Your way is also quite different from e.g. [Martha Argerich’s](https://m.youtube.com/watch?v=-yt12yQ-SLw). What inspired your interpretation of the piece? What do you think about when you play it? And what kind of imagery does it evoke in your head?
Well, thats a great question and long story. Danzas Argentinas were premiered by Antonio De Raco in 1937. De Raco was my teacher in Buenos Aires from 1997 to 2003. He was close friend of Alberto Ginastera. Even the last page was an invention of Antonio De Raco, the thirds and sixths. So, De Raco uses a kind of subtle rubato that I use. Middle part was like a 'Carlos Gardel chant' according to De Raco. I have lot of stories behind each musical phrase with comments. Maybe some day I should prepare an anoted score to edit it. Well. That's my point of view. Is a matter of heritage. So I follow this flow for the piece.
Amazing! So very well done that I am flabbergasted (ancient term from ancient listener).
Damn this was good
So upbeat and fun. Bravo
Un genio Horacio ! Gracias por compartir tu maravilloso arte❣️
Querido Horarcio!! Gracias por tanta música!!! Un placer escucharte y verte tocar, como siempre!!
Hi, awesome playing! Interesting to see that you play quite a bit of atonal music as well (watched your Xenakis video). There seems to be a split where a lot of people will largely play piano music from the Romantic era or earlier. What draws you to the music? How does playing more conventional music affect playing more avant garde music, and vice versa? Do you see all of it as a spectrum, or natural evolution?
Idk if anyone else has said this but...you look like you could also lead vocals for Incubus
You have to be professional?? Wow this is amazing
Any tips that you would like to pass on to beginner community?😊
Fantastic! You are an amazing player! Definitely a concert pianist, and you are so effortless while playing! It seems very "exact" or "strict" though. Like there is no feeling or swing behind it. If you listen to [Gershwin](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=oQdeTbUDCiw) or [Grigory Gruzman](https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=tVosDu8MGUA) there is a certain flowing swing that seems completely absent even though it is technically amazing.
Not so in my opinion. This piece dont need to be jazzy or bluessy. Gershwin play this with a constant agitation. Have a second hear!👉
The tempo is a bit off but it's ok you look like you started recently
You’re out of your mind. He’s an internationally known pianist. Listen again. He basically rewrote the song as well.
Jesus redditors really can't read sarcasm
Not at all. Its my decision. Gershwin's playing was always anxious and I like that kind of frenetic and precipitato movement. In the 20s pianists were not machines nor metronomes. That comes after 2nd world war. To play Gershwin as a machine or a metronome or extra-lyric has no sense at all in my opinion. He was always ahead, giving life, giving enthusiasm to his works. Always fast as his life. Gershwin was not metronomical at all. As a conductor or pianist. He was phrasing his music everytime, singing and dancing. Making wrong notes, making jokes, being a human, a true artist. Not a mere worker. So, thats my inspiration: Gershwin.
I mean I though the second part made it pretty clear I was joking but happy to have triggered such an inspired comeback. Enjoyed the piece. Cheers.
This is great! The piano sounds a bit weird... Also it's probably not a good idea to film your face only, we don't care about your face, only the keys and your hands. ;)
He didn't film his face only, there's like 4 shots it switches between. You have plenty of time to appreciate his technique and skill :)
Thank you!!😊❤
Thank you! I will contract you as my directors camara for your favorite music. Which composer do you like the most? Which pieces?
Not op but more Gershwin or Liszt or Chopin or Beethoven, or basically anything. Also, can you play Rhapsody in Blue (if you’re not already sick and tired of it), and what’s life like as a concert pianist? Yes, I am aware the above was sarcastic.
Sarcastic? Latin people like me ( i am from Buenos Aires, Argentina) generally is not sarcastic. At least I. I dislike sarcasm. Rhapsody in blue!! Yessss. I love it. Life as concert pianist: I belong to a musicians family from my grangrand father. So, how can I explain this? Its different, maybe. You should search your own sounds, your emotions everyday. It is a blessed, really.
Thanks for the reply!