Maria João Pires plays Mozart Piano Concerto no. 21, K.467 - video 1985

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Published 2017-10-15

Apparently Maria João Pires has made it known that she will retire from the stage in 2018. Therefore I think it's a good time to share this -- and to go hear her play before she stops. The film was directed by Adrian Marthaler in 1985 (credits at the end).

All Comments (20)

@danieldillon6436 8 months ago

She makes it look effortless when, believe me, playing a Mozart piano concerto is anything, but. What a great performance by this pianist. Very soulful playing supported by flawless technique. Bravo!
@graemewillis3905 1 year ago

I have never been so enthralled to watch a pianist and orchestra play!
@afrofinka 6 years ago

One of my favourite pianists, sensitive and humble.
@Daniel_Ilyich 6 years ago

What I've always loved about her playing is the sense of a natural phrasing. Nothing ever seems forced. A perfect approach for Mozart...and any composer, really.
@michaeleveve7552 3 years ago

There's something very special about this woman. This wonderful video captures her genuine aura, without affectation, that has its roots in her total immersion in the music. What a beautiful example of humanity in this world of awfulness. Listen to her performance of Schubert impromptu op. 90, no. 1, sublime, transcendental beauty
@yuriandropov2114 5 years ago

Sorry to hear she's retiring. She is one of the greatest Mozart players of our time.
@giacomozaccone2284 10 months ago

I love Maria Joao Pires.She remains an unforgettable player of Mozart's piano concertos.I must say tears brought to my eyes when I hear from her❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤
@gastrcat 3 years ago

Maria Pires is the best performer of Mozart 's works in the world!!!!!)))))
@martarisko4591 11 months ago

Beautiful.... Singing, playing, joking, mourning, rejoicing: all what Mozart's music is about - expressed in a magnificent way
@renaudpontier 7 months ago

Une interprétation d'une beauté et d'un naturel insurpassable. Merveilleuse Maria Jao Pires dont la beauté sereine est également magique.
@pmmdrt 5 years ago

This is absolutely a perfect performance from this beautiful woman.
@karennoble1076 1 year ago

The best made music video on YT. The close ups, loving intimacy, closeness among these artists and love for Mozart and the 🌹 lovely, soulfull Maria, all so aligned, connected together. Thanks to all who participated to make this performance so great.and unique!!
@sylviedelaye7330 6 years ago

I find her amazing because she is the kind of person that evolves from inside all along their life. To me she is of the most beauty !
@David-lm8lt 2 years ago

There are so many pianists who the world has recognized as great but I ask you, how many immerse themselves in trying to convey only the music and the composer’s voice. When you hear a performance like this you have to say that Mozart would be thrilled and enamored with such a perfect vessel of interpretation and feeling. Every phrase and nuance is carefully and intuitively caressed. This kind of music making makes me fall in love with the world again.
@user-hy4ng4us5r 4 years ago

So beautiful video.. feeling grateful watching this video today.
@gusmcewan 3 years ago

I must say, this video is phenomenal, and not only because of her astounding performance, but there's a certain "If Stanley Kubrick did classical music" feel to it all! LOVE IT!
@lizdickinson9847 5 years ago

This must one of the finest ever filming of a classical performance. Not just great playing but so artistically conceived and executed. One can see the rapport between Maria Joao Pires and the orchestra. Compelling viewing and listening !
@michaels7889 8 months ago

Beautifully conceived and executed. No comment could really do this justice.
@fenriquealvarez 6 years ago

i love her,she is a wonderful pianist and apparently a wonderful human being, I saw her twice at Carnegie Hall and it was a fantastic experience.