Piano Prodigy Emily Bear: Girl With A Gift.

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This is the story of a little girl who was born with a gift, and she opened that gift early.
In 2008, WGN-TV News in Chicago introduced our viewers to 6 year old piano prodigy Emily Bear. Watch the story here: • The Next Mozart? 6-Yea... it is a KZfaq hit.
In 2013, at just 11 years old, Emily has come into full bloom with the help of music mogul Quincy Jones.
Not since Miles Davis' last album has Jones produced a record for a solo artist.
WGN-TV presents this special report; "Girl with a Gift"
Original air date July 5, 2013
Copyright WGN Television 2013. For any and all requests for usage, please e-mail ChicagoStories9@gmail.com

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@lessismoor5907 5 жыл бұрын

"To be happy... to have peace in her heart... to be a really good grown-up." That's parenting. Best wishes to you all.

@effyleven 4 жыл бұрын

Agree very much. See above.

@mariaalejandraarmijogavidi573 3 жыл бұрын

omg I'm here when she is now composing "The Bridgerton Musical" and it's just amazing seeing how far she's come now.

@jocelynmena3072 3 жыл бұрын

Me too! I love her story

@danchampion5197 5 жыл бұрын

She is not a girl with gift, she is a gift to the world.

@eytonshalomsandiego Жыл бұрын

So lucky to have a mom like that....who wants her to "be happy, at peace, a good grown up...."

@itsraventm 8 жыл бұрын

Where do you see her in 10 years? wherever she wants to go. damn. words to freaking live by.

@brandex2011 21 күн бұрын

Especially when stated by Quincy Jones!

@johnswick4593 Жыл бұрын

I am a 64 Y/O man, and I found this very uplifting at a time in my life where I struggle with pain. Emily helped me forget about my affliction, if only for a few moments. Thank you Emily.😂

@SS-ty6xg 10 жыл бұрын

And what a lovely family Emily is from. Her family is the embodiment of class. It is no surprise that she's turned into a well-spoken, respectful and very grounded young woman.

@dalewilliamblizzard649 Жыл бұрын

Beautiful talent 😍

@wendy3544 11 ай бұрын

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@maryconstantino166 9 ай бұрын

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@mrwantmojoe 10 жыл бұрын

I am probably the most untalented person on earth. What I am is an audience. When I see and hear incredibly wonder artists like this girl…I am totally amazed at the talent and gratefully receive the gift these incredibly wonderful people give us. God bless you Emily and thank you for blessing us with your God given gift.

@josianelessard Жыл бұрын

And you have no idea how worthless we are without you

@awb1213 6 жыл бұрын

This Quincey Jones quote is golden- "Your music is only as good as the person that you are."

@alanwerner8563 Жыл бұрын

Wait, Steve. You forgot the other quote, this one an Emily Bear quote. So good I copied it down in my Good Words file on my phone. The context was when, upon first playing for Quincy Jones, she chose to play “Fly me to the Moon”, a song that QJ first arranged for Frank Sinatra, which led to His being discovered. Q told Emily that story and then explained to her that it Wasn’t Coincidental that she had chosen That particular song to play for him. She completely agreed, explaining to the Interviewer, “A coincidence is just God’s way of remaining anonymous.”

@emiliomazariegoswilliams743 2 жыл бұрын

Wow, this young girl is an absolute gift to all those who love music of all types !!

@donnamurphy5698 Жыл бұрын

She is a National Treasure. Kudos to her parents/family for keeping her grounded and well adjusted.

@568843daw 11 ай бұрын

Yes! Music comes from within… deep within the person. It is an unusual sparkle and zest. It oozes out… it cannot be stopped. Emily’s parents seem to be well grounded themselves and that will help Emily and her siblings develop into well grounded adults. Good luck and live well Bear Family. 😄👍

@absoftitanium 10 жыл бұрын

I have met Emily in person and I have to say it was an awe-inspiring experience. Genius comes along once in a long while but is often accompanied by a diva personality and a big ego. Emily's quiet humility almost knocks the breath out of you. And she seems surrounded by a power and a force of intelligence that's tactile in its presence. A true gift of God. One falls in love immediately.

@cerealkiillar Жыл бұрын

This comment is so lovely, so articulate. I just wanted to say thanks for writing it!

@JWRay-xh9wl Жыл бұрын

Well,she doesn't have to brag or have the desire to. The musical talent speaks for its greatness,and that,is undeniable.

@marya.f.4119 Жыл бұрын

I double that emotion.❤😊

@marya.f.4119 Жыл бұрын

I'm just normal kid who loves piano! I like inspiring kids!

@marya.f.4119 Жыл бұрын

I loved when she said I'm like Mozart!

@josephrupert6090 10 жыл бұрын

There really is nothing that can be said. The music speaks for her.

@mbcraig2 5 жыл бұрын

Its great to see a child being mentored in a safe, respectful, brilliant way. Totally opposite what Hollywood has done to its prodigies.

@mvt1313 5 жыл бұрын

I am totally stunned. What a wonderful down to earth young lady with a huge God given gift which she is sharing with the world. Go Emily...

@spasjt 9 жыл бұрын

This girl is phenomenal.

@californiagirl5702 5 жыл бұрын

Emily is truly a gifted young lady. Her parents have guided all their children to be thoughtful, kind and talented kids. To her parents, one thought, please look after her being around so many grown ups who can and will take advantage of her talent but also personally. It worries me when young children are left in trust with people who may not be that honorable. Congratulations to her parents for their amazing guidance of Emily's talent and her life. What an amazing relationship she has with Qunicy Jones, a legend, and Emily, you are a legend in your own right.

@jeanhargis3640 Жыл бұрын

Incredible! So glad these seasoned mentors recognized her potential right away.

@terryholton9876 10 жыл бұрын

Every music lover should watch this lovely little documentary. This young lady is an inspiration to us all, in more ways than one---a gift to mankind.

@suztheultimateq2011 10 жыл бұрын

What an extraordinary young lady! So very talented and yet so very grounded and respectful. She obviously has excellent parents and mentors. She's an utter delight. Kudos to you Ms. Emily Bear!

@vandijkav 9 жыл бұрын

She not only has the gift of a musical genius has the gift of wisdom at such a young age.

@sandradawson7467 Жыл бұрын

Amazing story! I pray that she keeps her humble heart and shines in our troubled world.

@user-qk1cw9vs7e 7 ай бұрын

Emily is very successful and talented. I don't understand why she gets so little coverage. I was hooked after watching her perform Rhapsody In Blue. She was only 13 and a full orchestra Soloist.

@giselledesantiago3634 3 жыл бұрын

I cannot fathom having that creativity and ingeniousness is such a little body. She is absolutely taleted and I am so happy that I was able to cross paths with her because of Bridgerton the Musical. I really hope that this puts her more on the spotlight and she is able to follow in the footsteps of Quincy.

@TriniCrocker 10 жыл бұрын

There are tons of kids who have had the opportunity to take lessons from the greatest musicians on earth (see Tiffany Poon, Anna Larsen, George Li). None of them have the composing abilities that Emily has. She's not famous for her classical playing, but for her ability to compose pieces, sometimes very complex pieces, many based on an image or an idea, off the top of her head without stopping or reworking anything. That can't be taught, no matter how good the teacher.

@eytonshalomsandiego Жыл бұрын

and i never esp liked Ms. Poon's playing, tbh...

@UyenTranonyoutube 8 жыл бұрын

A gifted girl was born in the right place at the right time! Thank you for her Grandma..... :)

@kelvinsmallwood6315 11 ай бұрын

What a fantastic person, a young girl, talented musician, composer & talented family. Playing with world class musicians 4-6x her age but all have one common interest-making music.

@immaderpo5218 8 жыл бұрын

She is amazing. If Anyone that knows her is reading this, tell her that she should follow her dream and keep working hard!!

@grampton 8 жыл бұрын

she is actually composing her own songs now!

@olabrent8241 9 жыл бұрын

Instead of the bashing I see on here from some obviously jealous people, we should be thankful we still have people in the world who have such wonderful talent and the willingness to let it grow and touch us all. Fame is not for everyone and I bet sometimes she wishes she could be an ordinary little kid. Some people need to be a little less shallow and develop their talents if they truly have them and back off the hate speak.

@TheFreddyEduard 9 жыл бұрын

Ola Brent You have right. There are a lots of jealous people how can do nothing by therselfs and giving nehatif comments about Emily Bear. Jealous people how profile ther selfs as musicak exoerts. But when you see the profiles of this people, you can seen only Trolls. Trolls how only want to do is blamed Emily and others who regonize Emily's unique talent. Iám also a fan of Emily and her fanmily; becous my grand children how are in the same age (and playing music and singing also), as Emily and the two other musical children with videos on us channel are fans and be inspired and uploaded the videos of Emily and the two other kids. And so i'm a fan becomes. But if you can read the comments at that video, than is internet full of Trolls and jealous peple. Jealous at children how can realy makes music. Their write the mist terrible (and sexual perversion) things as comment on this videos where also young children can read that. But i;am the filter and remove this comments of this frustated idiots. I dont want that children can read this. Emily and the two other kids inspired millions of other children and adults in the world. And we may happy and lucky to.can watch and lisning this three kids on KZfaq. or at live concerts.

@benpowell5007 8 жыл бұрын

+Ola Brent I'm not jealous of her.

@jimmiecisco 4 жыл бұрын

Music is the universal language and LOVE is the key. Emily plays all 88 of them!!!♭♮♯

@ronbuckner8179 Жыл бұрын

What an incredible gift. Emily is good but it's her grandmother that needs to be recognized. She is the real star here. The idea of recognizing the talent from a practiced scale is amazing. Emily has the gift, no doubt. it's absolutely wonderful that she's been so accepted. Quincy, Thank you for what you're doing for us. This is a journey I will watch for as much time as God gives me. God willing.

@annr3319 7 жыл бұрын

She is an amazing talent, she was born this way and the teachers helped her to become better! They are not the reason for her talent, she is the reason for her talent! I guess the people who actually hit the dislike button and then proceed to post negative comments are just jealous of her and her talent!

@TheFreddyEduard 7 жыл бұрын

You have right. This is the video of emily when she started as professional concert pianist at age 5 VIDEO - 5 Year Old Professional Concert Pianist.

@handyvickers 5 жыл бұрын

Amen to that

@mikeseaton5826 Жыл бұрын

Absolutely Beautiful A WONDERFUL Gift From God.

@63rdwho 10 жыл бұрын

Absolutely fantastic. Emily has amazed me ever since I first saw the clip of her first appearance on Ellen. Her CD, "Diversity" is brilliant beyond words.

@miyaissleepdeprieved 2 жыл бұрын

Yes! I saw it before, and your comment reminded me to get that album. It's fantastic! Thanks for the recommendation 😀

@phillipchetta8120 Жыл бұрын

She is the most amazing and gifted young lady that i have ever in my life seen! 🤗

@larryvaught3053 Жыл бұрын

Wow, I have the biggest Goosebumps after hearing that last song. I only wish I was there in person. What a talent ! God bless you Emily your heart, dear soul, and your beautiful mind. I think you are truly an angel on this Earth ! What a gift. 😎

@tooshay4me 10 ай бұрын

If every child had parents like Emily, we would all be doing what we are called to do. Thank God for people like this family and their teachers. It is never too late to follow your dreams.

@billko9201 11 ай бұрын

Truly amazing and gifted lil lady! Share with your music loving friends, please.

@bobbaker8263 Жыл бұрын

Amazing & this is nine years later. I’m watching this the first time. Her parents must be truly proud what a precious gift she has. An awesome interview. I wish her & family the very best. ❤

@SS-ty6xg 10 жыл бұрын

What a beautifully done documentary of a very beautiful and inspiring story. The "comments" section of such videos should be disabled, as unfortunately there will always be one too many people who feel the need to write their misguided or just plain jealous thoughts. This is about a little girl who was born musically gifted. Yes, playing a C scale at two years old is a very big deal (I'm a piano teacher, if you must know). Most children's intuition is to bang on the keys.

@user-sj8gm8vl8b 11 ай бұрын

Wow!! There are no words to describe the beauty of the talent that pours out of this young lady!! Emily Bear, I would just love to be at one of your productions!

@kalpanidissanayake9768 10 жыл бұрын

She is amazing! All the best Emily!!!

@Mackenziewebber 9 жыл бұрын

also i see people arguing that she's not a prodigy or whatever, but does it really matter? just appreciate her immense talent for what it is and stop fussing over labels..

@kayeworth8883 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing :) totally love the mom's answer ♥perfect

@Confidennis 11 жыл бұрын

Wow!!! Congratulations to you, Emily and the family. Not forgetting Quincy Jones and the rest. I love you all.

@harshadrobertnaik548 2 жыл бұрын

When I see the wonderful talented young children 👧 like Emily and many others who are taking birth on this planet 🌎 makes me feel want to protect them and humanity.

@JennyPenny1980- 2 жыл бұрын

Watching this 2022 and Emily Bear and Abigail Barlow just win a Grammy for best musical for the unofficial Bridgerton soundtrack !

@paulheinz2145 Жыл бұрын

"Gods way of remaining anonymous", another amazing gift to an already amazing person. There does exist hope for us all thanks in part, thanks to people like you Emily who we're gifted by that anonymous person those wonderful parents. May your mother wish for you come true.

@dalemarshall8662 4 жыл бұрын

That grin, that grin, that grin will always tear me apart. What an elegant, talented, but humble person. Gives me hope for the future of our children and grandchildren. Thank you, Quincy Jones, for guiding her in the right direction. There's a reason he has 27 Grammy's. It's because he recognizes and encourages TRUE talent, not the wannabes and the flash in the pan "one hit wonders". He can see the future of true talent, and nourishes it with his own talent and wisdom. Thank you. "The music is only as good as the person you are". What a wonderful, inciteful and very true quote!.

@caroline5573 8 жыл бұрын

this is not about money!! this is pure God given talent. a girl who has a heart and mind for music!! she needs it like just like she needs air. what separates her is not the money. it's the pure knowledge and understanding that she was born with! don't blame it on the material things that make her so good!! I have followed her for a long time and she is very different than any other musician I have ever seen!

@handyvickers 5 жыл бұрын

Can't stand those who attribute her incredible talent solely to money and parental or teacher input. Although that's definitely helped, it goes much deeper than that. Surely that is obvious. If it was due only to external factors like money, and good teaching, there would be hundreds of Emily Bears out there. There aren't! She's a phenomenon...

@anthonybaransky137 Жыл бұрын

As a (mediocre) musician, practicing isn't really work, it's fun and joyous. At the end of every practice session I never felt the same as when I started it. I ALWAYS felt better😊

@cherryhufana1713 10 жыл бұрын

God gave you a gift and He is glorified by your talents. Keep up the good work, Emily. I am truly awed by your gift. Such a sweet young lady!

@fernandobetanzos6413 4 жыл бұрын

This girl is just incredible... congrats

@barbarobarbarino5702 10 ай бұрын

Good stuff little sister!!! Pursue your gift!!! Enlighten the world with your gift!!!

@Antonpreis 8 жыл бұрын

There will always be people who put down young talented people, but we should value them for what they contribute to the advancement of music, and who add to the quality of our lives through their sharing.

@cheekymonkey2 Жыл бұрын

It would be lovely if she also pulled sacred music into her genres of composition since she would make a wonderful contribution there.

@elduendenator 10 жыл бұрын

Music is life. God gifted this child as were those who played in all previous centuries. The innocence of this child is how all of us should be. Her talent will inspire and bless generations to come. Thank you for this recording. 8-)

@wannawatchu66 10 жыл бұрын

Amen and amen.

@therealistjim 5 жыл бұрын

God revealed

@michaelkennon4594 7 ай бұрын

Wonderful and beautiful.. I love the whole story. God bless her.

@xvsupremacy7190 4 жыл бұрын

You know , when you think how the strong spirit within people has built up the Country of America , to such as this , isn’t it amazing.

@v0yyds0da 9 жыл бұрын

She's growing up strong and beautiful with her amazing piano gift

@jaysontroball6294 11 ай бұрын

Em. I am a wounded warrior who is now a youth pastor, I just want you to know I am so proud of you you are truly one of gods angels. And I listen to you to jus jeep me grounded and relaxed. Thank you so much for being my angel from god himself capt jay

@mariepeterson3740 Жыл бұрын

It's obvious that Emily has a God given talent that everyone who sees and hears her can enjoy. God bless her, and praise GOD!

@vanetamersch6230 9 ай бұрын

It is so wonderful to see and hear talent like this.

@aldinga52 11 жыл бұрын

Inspiring and beautiful ... and well-spotted Grandma!

@ianandalisonstewart4710 11 ай бұрын

I don't know how many times I have watched this over the years, but I get teary every time.

@andrewvillanueva4222 5 жыл бұрын

So talented prodigy. Born to play piano. Wow.

@scottyamauchi8273 Жыл бұрын

She was asked “Where do you get this?”, she smiles and points up and then said “I don’t know I guess It comes from my heart”. Both expressions confessed a creative force that is in and around us. God put that force in us when he created us. That force is all around us as all of the wonder and awe inspiring creation move us. She knows something that we don’t know yet, and I cannot wait to hear it.

@oliviawutam Жыл бұрын

Emily is 'reborn' as in "re-incarnation", try to learn about that please

@Oskar-kl3jx 7 ай бұрын

❤❤❤ when one considers creation is winding down to see this creation is just marvelous wonderful

@dynjarren8355 2 жыл бұрын

I took piano 🎹 lessons as a kid but I didn’t have this kind of natural talent. She really plays well! I love to hear the Piano 🎹 played well. I hope she continues and gets better as she gets bigger. Her fingers are still fairly small. When she grows up her hands and fingers will be longer so her reach will improve. This will make it easy for her to play and play even faster. I wish her the best!

@tillm2481 2 жыл бұрын

now Grammy winner „Unofficial Bridgerton Musical“

@terryholton9876 11 жыл бұрын

A lovely film of an amazing, gifted young lady who is also a delightful little person. Emily, you have a great future ahead of you, no doubt about about it, and I offer you my most sincere best wishes.

@luket2419 10 жыл бұрын

God she is amazing!!

@graceface646 8 жыл бұрын

She Is So Talented And If She Is Reading This I Want To Say To Her``Never Stop Playing And follow Your Dreams Never Let Anyone Tell You Wrong''

@izzatihanani5808 10 жыл бұрын

She can play anything that she heard afterall, she remembered it all.. She got a perfect pitch.

@kenr4709 Жыл бұрын

All I can say is wow! That’s incredible. What she can do, she is going to go far with really nice parents and a lot of help. 22:39

@johninis Жыл бұрын

Absolutely stunning. What a wonderful gift. Best of everything to you.

@lovemymolly 5 жыл бұрын

Amazing, Awesome, Breath Taking, Beautiful... none of these seem to adequately describe this wonderful little artist. God Bless You sweetheart.

@drakkeone 5 жыл бұрын

A flawless docu -- an amazing young lady and family -- incredibly inspiring at so many levels. Many Thanks !!

@maxschiemer2027 10 жыл бұрын

Emily-,"This comes out to me, this comes out…" Intern-Where does it come from ?" Emily-"I DON"T KNOW, probably from my HEART…….."

@fineartz99 7 жыл бұрын

Exceptional child, in a tender loving family, and spirit,, supportively reported. We are in the presence of awe, penetrating vibrancy, compassionate giving for all to enjoy, timely and unique.

@scots.4957 11 ай бұрын

How can anyone not like her and her music!?

@comet1996 11 жыл бұрын

This is a wonderful series of interviews. I just cant say enough about Emily. Only that I am truly happy she is sharing her talent with the world. It makes it a little better place to be.

@eytonshalomsandiego Жыл бұрын

see how sweet and humble the mom is, too....

@guyh.2511 11 ай бұрын

A precious moment. Life is beautiful.

@lestersolnin7355 9 жыл бұрын

As long she keeps her feet on the ground and not fall thru the pressure of publicity. she'll be heralded for years to come. And she'll deserve it!

@KYoss68 9 жыл бұрын

Congratulations to WGN for the Emmy they won for this Documentary.

@steamguy101 11 жыл бұрын

"Grace with success", to quote the great Q. We should all be so graceful in our own lives IMO!!!!!!!!!!!!!

@nelliepacsi2023 5 жыл бұрын

Absolutely Amazing girl with a gift. She's an inspiration to all of us. Go Emily !!!!

@000.noway09 11 ай бұрын

Absolutely made me well up with joy❤

@TheFreddyEduard 8 жыл бұрын

LATEST NEWS ABOURT EMILY BEAR. February 04, 2016. Emily won her 5th Award. After winnig 3 Awards at age 6, she won her 4th Award at age 13 (the second ASCAP Award for young composers) And now at age 14 she won her 5th Award (also a ASCAP Award) for Jazz composers under 30. This is the Award she won a week ago. 2016 Herb Alpert Young Jazz Composer Award

@darlenefoster3379 7 жыл бұрын

Is there any update as to what Emily is doing today?

@TheFreddyEduard 7 жыл бұрын

Yes, Watch emily on her own channel ; emilybearpiano and at her website www.emilybear.com/

@frostedsilver 9 жыл бұрын

She is just absolutely amazing. The quintessential musical package. I want this CD...

@cindiallain8542 10 ай бұрын

You play beautifully. I drive thru your hometown at least 2 times a year. Thank you for sharing your talent.

@cynthiat6505 Жыл бұрын

My daughter lives in Rockford…I went to nursing school there. So much talent in Rockford. I studied voice at the music institute in Chicago. This vid is just delightful in so many ways.

@francesmonks8814 11 ай бұрын

I am stunned, what a beautiful human being with a Wonderful gift.

@beginnerspianolessons 7 жыл бұрын

wow stunning performer from such a young age .. such talent!!

@kayetling8092 Жыл бұрын

Enjoy your music. I started with the accordion; then piano n organ. Now enjoy listening so much

@yeosoonheng9722 Жыл бұрын

She is God sent, definitely gifted, natural and talented at such a young age.

@mikecooper877 11 ай бұрын

God bless you Emily, thanks for sharing your love of music with we grown-ups!💜

@SkyhawkFlyer 10 жыл бұрын

This is another example of it all starts within. Contrary to what one person said with, "You didn't build that", Emily did. Her music, her talent and her future is the product of.... her. Yes, she had training from others and help in perpetuating her skill. But none of it could happen without Emily first having the desire and dedication to take her music to its current and future, untold levels. Those working with her would not give her the time of day were it not for actions first on her part. It started with Emily. Look for this girl for many years to come. I have no doubt she will be the name behind major movie scores no differently than John Williams has for decades.

@amos3three941 5 жыл бұрын

Ever tub sits on its own bottom, you say it started with Emily, truth be known, it first started in her heart and came to her mind after it was put there by the One who spoke all things into being with His spoken words. Time will reveal what faith can see now, sorry will fill the hearts of many who never exercised faith that the word of God is truth. But faith can be had by all who believe, Romans 10:17