I don't even know what to say, I was left in awe! Magnificent, this is genius!! 🤯

Really nice to see that woman violinist in the back ground closing her eyes and enjoying listening to chopin' s piece.

I feel like the most controversial interpretations are the most beloved by the people who enjoy them. I think this is the most beautiful performance I've ever heard.

The beginning sounds so nostalgic, maybe of some precious moments of our life ..and the final part is so soul-wrenching, saturated with huge desperation of a man struggling to survive in spite of shattered illusions and never- come -true dreams....

this man almost made me drop tears in the ending. I think that agitato is the best way to end this incredible nocturne, it's as if Chopin was trying to combine all of his sadness and anger together, simply marvellous.

Brave. He gave his interpretation, that sounds actually fairly convincing. He started slightly faster than the pianist you usually hear and then he kept the precise "double tempo" on the last section. As a result, he's not only brave and respectful, but also found a way to send shivers down your spine. Chopin is not only and always a "talent de chambre de malade", but he can be strong, resolute, angry, desperate. This interpretation had all that.

4:48 wow, look at that sweat dripping down the piano, what amazing passion, one of my favourite interpretations of this piece for sure

this rendition is absolutely breathtaking!!! It brings tears to my eyes… thank you Jan ❤ now I will try to play it !

I really can't understand that some people describe this interpretation as horrible etc. I personally find it very refreshing, extremly touching and full of tense. He presents the piece in a way I never heard before and brings out many shades which are not obvious in other interpretations. Great work!

One of the most involved of all performances of this Nocturne.... the pianist has created a whole world within itself, and it is utterly convincing. Other performances go for breadth and grandeur... this is focused and compact (and extremely well delivered). Personal, not impersonal. Go for it.

Wow! This interpretation brings in a whole new dimension.... Magnificent rendition and It does make sense in a whole new way

all the people can play this by looking at the sheets but “he” plays it with such a passionate way and this makes me feel something, this is what makes it played by him. This is art. Piano doesn’t play itself or Chopin doesn’t play it, “he” plays it.

His adaptation of the song through the using of different tempo is an intelligent decision. Thiis piece was composed in early 1800, and it's an expresion of melancolic romanticism. The feeling of despair, hurt and hope in different moments make this piece a timeless song, but culture change whit the pass of time and that produce a different view from people nowadays. But using a fast tempo and great force in the last part to make it sound like if it was a song from an epic movie is a thing which makes present spectators feel an emotion nearby those they experience an scene of a Cristhoper Nolan film, for example.

What a brave interpretation, the last part was absolutely phenomenal, so many shivers down my spine, I actually felt for the first time the music.

I've listen to like a thousand interpretations of this piece. I don't " understand" and connect with any other Chopin nocturne as much as this one. And I simply adore the intensity of this interpretation. I will listen a hundred times to it

For the people complaining that the doppio section is too fast, he plays it slower on his album of Nocturnes (the whole album is fantastic). This was a live performance, and it can be hard to get the tempo right with performance jitters. This piece starts off with lento quarter notes then that last section goes to doppio triplets. So if you start a little fast (which he did), the ending feels much faster than it should. Either way I love the feel of the music and the choices he made. Fantastyczny!

Гениальное исполнение! Можно подумать, что это немного истерично, но именно так я и вижу эту музыку... Шопен - поэт боли, и в этом исполнении я чувствую эту боль и отчаяние... перед финальной кульминацией он ярко выделяет басы, которые звучат, как роковой колокол судьбы...он понял всю суть этой музыки... браво!

His "DOPPIO MOVIMENTO" is amazing!

Magnifique artiste, splendide pianiste, Bravo Jan Lisiecki ! On croit découvrir Chopin que par pur plaisir l’on vient d’oublier pour l’entendre à nouveau sous l’impulsion fervente de ce jeune, ce merveilleux jeune ! La luminosité de ses contrechamps et dans la sensualité de ses « presque » rubato ! C’est un alliage d’intelligence et sensualité et sa tenue corporel discrète… comme un artiste qui vient nous donner… nous offrir Chopin… Merci et longue vie Jan Lisiecki !

Hats off gentlemen, a genius. His boldness reminds me of Ivo Porgorelich and that is a compliment.

This guy delivers the best interpretations of Chopin's music! I am Polish and only when he plays I can feel the polish soul speaking as Chopin would do it! 100% perfection!!! Jan you are a reborn Chopin! It is scary!

this is my favorite interpretation of this piece, ever. it might not be competition winning, but i'll be damned if i don't listen to this recording ten times more than others. it's unique, has passion, and is convincing. well done

the best interpretation

Brave, innovative, to the extent that some may criticize it, but very, very artistic. Not very solipsistic (closed unto itself) first part, wide major part, exploding bomb octaves leading to that climax with the trill where everything explodes in glory. A very fast third (double speed) part where after the exposive bright climax this is the only dramatically possible alternative - everything is said and done. Brilliant closing passage which is so alone and hanging in nothing. Very very artistic.

fantastic performance. does anyone else really dig the wrong notes at 4:28? i feel like it makes it even better somehow

to the people who say it's horrible the ending ... it's nail on the head ... it says AGITATO in the score ... why else would Chopin has written that technical middle part ??? ... well done Lisiecki !!!!!! as preparation to that agitato part ... the third part is NOT just the same melody as the beginning ..; it's a total different color .. I totally agree with Lisiecki

A great performance of an astonishing piece. The amount of passion that Chopin put into this single work is off the scale.

I found his interpretation interesting. And I liked it, even in the loud octaves and the fast Doppio Movemento. Being familiar with every note, I found that the speed didn't take clarity away but made it more dramatic. Different, but as good as any other first class interpretation.

Lisiecky's interpretations are tenderness to my ears, Joy to my heart and never-before-known interpretive capacity to my brain. Thank you very much for this moment of happiness.

One of the most beautiful and emotive Chopin's Nocturne.

I have never heard such interpretation. But today, in october 2022 I can understand it and feel it deeply...

Music is an art to be interpreted in many ways .No interpretation is wrong. It does bring joy to many that hear and see Jan give his wonderful interpretation of the music in his performances. Keep it up Jan! Thankyou🎵👍

Sir Lisiecki, dear Jan, your interpretation of Chopin's Nocturne Op. 48 No 1 in C Minor is astonishing and most moving. Great capability and remarkable maturity. Amazingly percussive for a new born star and so young a pianist. You make Canadians very proud and thankful. Your major success, so far, brings you right up among the brightest of artists in the world. I most sincerely wish you the best and pray God to bless, protect and keep you in His caring love for ever.

I love Seong-Jin Cho's performance of this nocturne. It's elegant, technically dazzling, just beautiful. What Mr. Lisiecki has given us here isn't as elegant, but it's dazzling in its own way. I especially like that the melody in the doppio movimento section isn't just a reprise of the beginning with the same gentle feeling but a different accompaniment. Unlike Cho's performance, it's angry. It's not _agitato_ in the restrained and elegant way Cho's is; it's a storm. Some people hate this interpretation. That's fine. I hate French cinema, my wife loves it. I've seen some brilliant French movies with her; I just didn't like them. I love this performance and Cho's. They're both great music-making.

Wow that interpretation was absolutely amazing! It gave me chills!

I really love this interpretation. I feel like there’s a whole story arch being told.. Well done Jan 😊

I adore this composition from Chopin. The whole cosmos in a single piece.

Absolutely beautiful and courageous !

I love this❤, its the most beautieful thing I've ever hered

That's the best interpretation of this piece I have ever witnessed. Elegant and powerful at the same time. Beautiful.

Oh my God first time I really listen to this amazing Nocturne ! quelle subtilité puis quelle immense intensité et désespérance = he has blown me out and live gift to the world = thank you Maestro !

Magnificent. This is (for me) a piece all about volcanic emotion rumbling under, and eventually breaking through, controlled calm. I think he captures that perfectly. Is it robotically clean? Nope, but music isn't played by robots. I think Chopin would approve. I look forward to seeing how he develops and refines this.

He has his own style and understanding to this piece GREAT!

A deeply personal but absolutely convincing rendition of this masterpiece. Thank you, Jan!

C'est une date importante dans l'Histoire des Interprétations : Jan L. revient à l'authenticité d'époque , et précisément celle... du compositeur ! Ce n'est pas celle que je préfère : mais elle est touchante, sincère, belle et ici, tranche clairement sur une longue multiplication d'interprétations se ressemblant les unes les autres. Merci !

I love how gentle he's playing is in the beginning, so amazing!

Una grande interpretazione, di luce e di fuoco, un big bang musicale. Bravissimo!

Sensacional...!!!! La parte de los 4 minutos en adelante hay q tocarla agitato y apasionadamente fuerte, es la versión q me gusta... Hay otra versión que la ejecutan suave... Lisiecki lo hace correctamente, felicitaciones...!!!!

Unique interpretation and I love it! Sounds super powerful

Amazing interpretation ❤

What can we barely say?!!! This is simply astonishing, ohhh MY GODNEDS!!! Words!! Noo I truly think that’s my favorite interpretation from far on everyone I saw, this is truly incredible!!! This guy has a so particular sensibility, so precious, so gentle, and as a matter of fact, he’s truly GIFTED BY THE GOS!!!! Love himm, follow this way Mr.!!!! Love you❤️❤️

You are wonderful Jan ! A beautiful & sensitive rendition of my favorite Chopin composition. I attempt to play it 'by ear'.

2:20 oops. this is a wonderful performance

Best performance by far, ever!

Bravissimo! This is one of the best and most difficult nocturnos composed by Chopin. Great execution.

I think... I am in love ❤❤ this boy is so talented !!

Best performance of this piece

LOVE, LOVE, LOVE his interpretation! As a matter of fact, I love how he interprets all the Chopin he plays. Brilliant!! All those who have nothing better to do than criticize need to get a life. Neanderthals.

Love love love the Chopin Nocturnes...and Jan too..and Jan playing Chopin Nocturnes too 😂😂

He worked up a sweat playing that piece. Did you see the drip of sweat drop on the piano in front of the keys at 3:29 and 4:49? It's a workout!

I think best version ever..Thank you Jan!!

Gorgeous! The most beautiful and passionate versión ever played!! My favorite nocturno! LOVE always, Fernando

Exraordinary interpretation,,Mr.Lisiecki is so special

Impresionante, quizás la versión más fuerte en la historia de este nocturno. Excelentes bajos al final!

Has anyone heard this wonderful interpretation of Chopin with headphones ?, is a wonder, and as always, a guy with a cough in the audience, hahaha. Greetings from Mexico

He has a style never be heard by me! Touching my heart...

I first heard this played in a hotel lobby piano in Warsaw in 1959 by another guest ! Before this guy was born !!!Sending him a piwo my email !!!

Natchniona interpretacja, boleśnie piękna...

Love his interpretation of this piece

most beautiful interpretation

I love this performance so much. I am in public right now, but when he was done i almost started clapping because i was so drawn into the music.

There is another recording on YT of Jan playing this on the DG label, but IMHO this is the better performance. The raw emotion is outstanding and keeps me coming back to listen to this mesmerising performance over and over. Thank you so much for posting 😊

heart achingly beautiful

A stunning and moving performance! I see many people criticise how the doppio section is played and while it is a little fast for me and i feel the melody couldn’t sing as well, with the passion and energy coming from your rendition, I almost can’t complain. Definitely an interesting take on this nocturne.

Most people are talking about that last more complex section and how it's too fast, I actually really liked it. It reminded me of Scriabin for some reason. Well I should say Scriabin reminded me of it haha. I felt though the first section was a bit too fast, yes the first section of the entire piece. I think a mix of Ashkenazy's first parts and Jan's last section would be my ideal interpretation.

I was playing this earlier today. The 'chorale' passages are actually more difficult from a point of accuracy than the agitato section, while combining that complex rhythm while maintain the wistful theme.

4:10 all the drama, when the last days of your life gone bad.

I can't breath! BRAVO!👏👏(Even if it was a little too fast for me to feel🙂..but i like this version too.)

he's so cute. i just have to say that.

This is an interesting interpretation, from 4:30 onwards it started sounding less like a Chopin Nocturne, and more like a Scriabin Etude with all the accented base notes.

This is one of my favorite nocturnes, and honestly I loved the interpretation. It’s different and even though don’t like it as much as others, mostly because I’m much more accustomed to them, it’s still really great. Actually (mid-writing) omg this is my favorite interpretation 🤭 I love it lol 😂

absolutamente deslumbrante. Um dos noturnos... se não for o mais bonito. Coragem interpretativa. Nunca tinha ouvido nesta velocidade a partir de determinados trechos. Não perdeu sua essência significativa do que passava seu compositor. Muita técnica. Sensibilidade histórica musical. Tem que conhecer ao que me parece os pormenores do gênio Chopin

OH! All you horrible little toads! A piano is just a bunch of “bones”, if you will. Technique does not make the instrument “sing”. I don’t know where it comes from, but the music actually pours through your body and out your fingers when you touch the keys. It’s kinetic (right word?). I know. I feel it. It’s an indescribable feeling to feel one with the instrument. Jan Lisieski has that miracle of divine connection.

jest genialny, widać, że czuje i rozumie Chopina |:)

I saw Jan at the Folly Theatre in Kansas City, he is amazing.

Simplemente MARAVILLOSO

Ah.. this version always makes me feel like crying..

His interpretation is quite special actually. It displays charisteristics and temperament towards the end.

4:53 I could never play those rh chords that fast. much respect for you my friend incredible performance 👏👏

Nieźle Janek. Całkiem nieźle. Myślę, że Chopin byłby zadowolony.

Jan, it was beautiful

such beautiful and exceptional interpretation... we need to move on with new scenes... even composers play their music differently

If Jan can't carry great piano music forward who can??

May you live a long happy life dear Jan 💙💙💙

Very brave and skillful to deliver such interpretation. clap clap clap. Not my favorite one but, RESPECT!

Extraordinary performance!

Mr. Jan Lisiecki, what shampoo brand do you regularly use? Your hair looks great - blond, thick, shiny and lush....

Magnifique

What an amazing interpretation of this Nocturne!

perfect interpretation of the doppio movimiento imo. Just beautiful.