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Good Humor Me, Classical Music – Little Nightmare Concert.

June 25, 2012

Life is made of tragicomically controversial moments. One man’s painful fall may cause a bystander to burst into an inappropriate laugh. While in stitches ridiculing the clumsiness of a stranger, the bystander himself may slip on a banana skin and fall hard… Though hurting really badly – through all the moaning – he’d start laughing even harder. Why? Because he sees the irony in what happened to him.

Seeing the funny side of life and things is a gift. The ability to help others not to take themselves too seriously, to make them lighten up and make a light out of sometimes less than perfect situations, is a talent.

Concerts of a duo of a violinist and singer Aleksey Igudesman and pianist Hyung-Ki Joo (http://www.igudesmanandjoo.com/biography/) are full of unexpected twists and turns, as they don’t just deliver a professional performance of musical pieces, but also offer their own theatrical interpretation of each composition. There’s a humor and story in every note and step they take on stage.

Famous ‘I Will Survive’ had never sounded so lighthearted before:   http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=odhDJiRys6U

Most of people like to have fun and be entertained. When I feel like inviting some extra silliness into my life, I go to a Comedy Club or choose to watch a comedy movie. But Comedy and Classical Music didn’t exactly go hand in hand in my mind until I saw a performance of Alexsey and Joo.

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=CkNBWeWzha4&feature=related

I think, Mozart would be proud: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=Psazw6xsMFs&feature=related

http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=n2nRMrDYdyg

After rocking New York’s Carnegie Hall back in April, Aleksey and Joo are now on their way to you, so you might just see their performances in person. Check out their touring schedule.  http://www.igudesmanandjoo.com/#

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  1. Miriam said:
    June 25, 2012 at 7:16 am

    Thanks for that. I really enjoyed it!

  2. Life With The Top Down said:
    June 25, 2012 at 10:26 am

    Very cool concept! I can see by their “serious” faces they have a good sense of humor.

  3. The Hyperteller said:
    June 25, 2012 at 12:43 pm

    Very good. Tim Minchin’s another one who manages to blend classical-style music with comedy.

    The point about being able to laugh at ourselves is a very important one, and one that we’re having a problem with in the UK. It’s a shame, because laughing at yourself is great.

  4. mskatykins said:
    June 25, 2012 at 6:49 pm

    Fabulous! Love your articles, love their random performance! 🙂

  5. robincoyle said:
    June 25, 2012 at 10:08 pm

    Where did you hear about those guys? Hysterical.

  6. Sid Dunnebacke said:
    June 26, 2012 at 1:15 am

    I’ve seen these guys… somewhere… I can’t for the life of me recall where. Anyway, they’re a hoot, and so was reading about them here. Thanks for the laughs tonight.

    • nyparrot said:
      June 26, 2012 at 1:20 am

      Hey Sid, thank you for visiting and reading my post. It’s impossible looking at this musicians and listening to their music without smile, you are absolutely right! 🙂

  7. Sharmishtha said:
    June 26, 2012 at 7:34 am

    thats a funny way of playing classical music 🙂
    will have to see it to feel it.

  8. Angel said:
    June 26, 2012 at 11:17 am

    I wish I had time right now to watch some of these. I think I would enjoy them very much. I will check them out though when I get a moment. I love to laugh. I need to laugh – I can be too serious sometimes! 🙂

  9. kolembo said:
    June 26, 2012 at 12:04 pm

    Humour and Classical music??!!
    Fantastic!

    And great blog, enjoying going through it.

  10. thehealthywarrior said:
    June 26, 2012 at 1:23 pm

    Enjoyed the post. The two musicians are very good…and funny 🙂

  11. heylookawriterfellow said:
    June 26, 2012 at 1:44 pm

    These guys are great. They take Victor Borge to the next level.

    I’m so glad you found my site, by the way — because now I know about yours!

  12. Grass Oil by Molly Field said:
    June 26, 2012 at 5:20 pm

    What fun those two have! I love your site. I love. No, I luuuuurve music; as a violinist in my youth, I wish we were thus inspired to have fun like those guys… too pedantic. People fear so much to step out of the box that i think jumping out of the box would cause cardiac issues. I appreciate your follow! I look forward to reading more, NYParrot! 😉 -molly

    • nyparrot said:
      June 26, 2012 at 5:32 pm

      And you know what, you most likely still can play violin. Then why not to find another fellow musician who can play… let’s say, a guitar, come up with a couple of compositions together and go ahead and perform at a local event. I don’t know how old you are, but people are able to fall in love even in their 90s, so playing music should be no problem – even if it’s not on the International scale. I bet you’ll win hearts of quite a few fans. I am rooting for you!

  13. Grass Oil by Molly Field said:
    June 26, 2012 at 5:25 pm

    oh, and i shared your blog on my FB page; i loved it… so great. 🙂

  14. I Just Want to be Outside said:
    June 27, 2012 at 1:44 pm

    They recently played in Orchestra Hall here in Chicago, and I’m still kicking myself for not going!

    • nyparrot said:
      June 27, 2012 at 4:20 pm

      Hey, don’t be too hard on yourself – you’ll hopefully will get another chance. Meanwhile – there’s always the YouTube to cling to;).

  15. Cathy Ulrich said:
    June 27, 2012 at 1:46 pm

    I loved this! They are brilliant! Hope they come to Denver sometime…Thanks for sharing and for following my blog! I look forward to following yours! – Cathy

  16. aFrankAngle said:
    June 27, 2012 at 2:29 pm

    Bravo! Bravo! Excellent piece for my morning!

  17. momentumofjoy said:
    June 27, 2012 at 6:52 pm

    What a BRILLIANT post! I have never seen these guys, but I am so planning to now! Even my husband was entertained and started looking for US tour dates. So from one gal to another, thanks a million for maybe getting my husband to ponder the idea of leaving the city for a weekend! 😉 Jo

    • nyparrot said:
      June 27, 2012 at 7:05 pm

      Thank you for sharing this with me, Momentumofjoy – this is my momentum of joy for sure! That is so super cool that you got inspired by these two musicians!

  18. pommepal said:
    June 27, 2012 at 11:55 pm

    Great post, loved the music and comic presentation. Thanks for coming to my blog so I could find yours

  20. You Were Born To Succeed said:
    June 29, 2012 at 6:10 pm

    These are so funny! Thanks for posting. And thanks for liking and following my blog. I’m following yours. I love the Babushki, too!

  21. skippingstones said:
    June 30, 2012 at 1:45 am

    I got sucked into a round of videos on YouTube – what a delight! Thanks for sharing. Watching them made me remember just how much I enjoy experiencing great music, especially live. And who doesn’t like to laugh?

  22. Titillating Thoughts said:
    July 2, 2012 at 5:07 am

    Nice group. I love when comedy and music come together. I could blow a comedic-musical load. Good stuff.

  23. StillValerie said:
    July 4, 2012 at 3:15 am

    Hi Nyparrot:

    I finally had a chance to check out your blog after you visited mine. Nice work and congratulations on your blog awards! Thanks for introducing me to Igudesman and Joo. They are great performers.

    Blessings!

  24. vimal said:
    July 6, 2012 at 8:38 am

    these guys are funny.
    thanks for sharing 🙂

  25. You Were Born To Succeed said:
    July 6, 2012 at 12:19 pm

    Reblogged this on Numerology for Smart People and commented:
    Here is a post from nyparrot’s blog that will make you laugh out loud. Enjoy!

  26. butimbeautiful said:
    July 7, 2012 at 12:00 am

    Reblogged this on butimbeautiful and commented:
    Try A Little Nightmare Music – I’m not in a big smiley frame of mind right now but it made even me laugh!

  27. You Were Born To Succeed said:
    July 7, 2012 at 2:15 pm

    Thanks for the visit, ny. I couldn’t resist reblogging this post!

  28. Bill Jones, Jr. said:
    July 9, 2012 at 4:09 am

    I loved these. Their “Fistful of Dollars” piece was great too.

  29. colltales said:
    July 9, 2012 at 4:10 am

    Thanks for stopping by at Colltales, nyparrot. So much good stuff in here to browse, read and be humored about. Will come back. All the best. Wesley

  30. Wayside Artist said:
    July 10, 2012 at 1:23 am

    Thanks for posting about these guys. I love classical music, but they are new to me and so FUNNY! I’m always happy to learn something new.

  31. successbmine said:
    July 10, 2012 at 2:31 am

    I had never heard of these guys before but I certainly enjoyed them. Reminds me a little of Victor Borge. Thank you for stopping by my blog.

  32. Mark Armstrong said:
    July 11, 2012 at 1:18 am

    Excellent! You might want to check out a play called 2 Pianos, 4 Hands if you ever have the chance. Got a feeling you’d enjoy it. : )

  33. tomwisk said:
    July 14, 2012 at 2:18 am

    Where were these guys when I was being force fed classical music in hopes of converting me away from rock. I would’ve followed.

  34. Lori Lipsky said:
    July 14, 2012 at 11:52 pm

    Thank you for the introduction to the duo. Enjoyed the links.

  35. jenniesisler said:
    July 16, 2012 at 1:07 am

    They remind me of a modern duo version of VIctor Borge. He was one of the wildest and most hilarious musical comedians ever, and it seems like they’re following right along in his footsteps. Thanks for sharing this:)

  36. Deb said:
    July 16, 2012 at 11:39 am

    Never heard of them before…funny!
    Thanks for sharing! 🙂

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  38. Gina's Professions for PEACE said:
    July 16, 2012 at 4:21 pm

    This post of yours is amazing. Thank you for the links you’ve included about learning more about this incredible duo. Your article moved me to write today, and I cannot thank you enough. You have a wonderful blog, and your writing inspires me! Cheers!

    • nyparrot said:
      July 16, 2012 at 6:08 pm

      Thank you so very much, Gina. It’s inspiring to me to know people enjoy discovering something new from my posts. Have a fantastic day!!

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  40. asklotta said:
    July 19, 2012 at 8:19 pm

    NY, This is definitely a reblog! Loads of thanks!

  41. bluebee said:
    July 20, 2012 at 4:38 am

    hahaha – SIlly is good 😀 Thanks for a very silly start to the weekend here Downunder. Igudesman and Hyung-Ki are brilliant.

  42. jmsabbagh said:
    July 20, 2012 at 1:53 pm

    Master showmen ,fantastic music.Best of luck.Jalal Michael

  43. Sue Dreamwalker said:
    July 20, 2012 at 3:14 pm

    Oh I am so pleased you dropped by my blog and so happy I followed you home.. I so enjoyed this post and these two amazing guys who bring a whole new twist to classical Music.. I just finished watching your link to the ‘I will Survive’ Video and I have forwarded the link onto my Son-in-law who plays piano and violin along with numerous other instruments.. His sense of humour too will much appreciate this wonderful combination.. Thank you so much..
    Humour Heals… and you have a healing Blog! and love it .. Sue xx

    • nyparrot said:
      July 20, 2012 at 3:50 pm

      Thank you SO VERY MUCH for calling my blog healing. You made my day. Like all of us, I want nothing more than to make some difference and bring a thought or a smile to a reader’s face. I wish your son-in-law a huge success ahead. It’s impressive he’s playing multiple instruments. Maybe he’ll get inspired after watching the ‘Nightmare Concert’ and come up with a humorous performance of his own. Much love, and we are in touch now!

  44. Christ Centered Teaching said:
    July 21, 2012 at 1:31 am

    Thanks forfollowing my blog.
    Do you go to any of the Redeemer Presbyterian Churches in New York?
    God bless,
    C.C.T.
    http://www.godcamedown.com

  45. Susan LaDue said:
    July 21, 2012 at 12:47 pm

    Aleksey and Joo are a real discovery. I hadn’t heard of them and now I just have to check them out some more. Your blog is just crammed with interesting stuff.

  46. stephanissima said:
    July 21, 2012 at 7:14 pm

    Those guys are fantastic! Thanks for sharing their work. 🙂
    I was thinking of Monty Python’s “Always Look on the Bright Side of Life” when I got to the part about looking for the light side of life.
    Earlier, I came across a great piano sketch, so I’ll share it with you: http://www.youtube.com/watch?v=4jgESE9oJRE&feature=related

    • nyparrot said:
      July 21, 2012 at 8:07 pm

      Thank you for your kind comment, Stephanie. Yes,Victor Borge comes to minds of many when watching ‘Nightmare Concert’:-). I hope your weekend is a fun one!

  47. aquacompass7 said:
    July 22, 2012 at 4:12 am

    From Japan. Thank you for visiting and following my blog. It is difficult to perform a classic comically.

  48. Diamondsongrass ~ Darlene Wiggins said:
    July 25, 2012 at 12:15 pm

    Thanks for sharing. Hysterical. I really enjoyed the musical. One of my favorite songs, never heard it this way – Love it. I appreciate you stopping by My Journal of Praise and liking posts. I really got a good laugh! Thanks!

  49. earthriderjudyberman said:
    July 28, 2012 at 2:57 am

    Inspired. Genius. Madness. I loved it. Thank you for introducing me to these two very talented musicians.

    They remind me of Victor Borge – a classical pianist and comedian who was very playful. Very funny.

    Thank you for visiting my blog.

  50. The Two Bruces said:
    July 28, 2012 at 12:45 pm

    Hi,

    Thank you for sharing this with the Two Bruces. And thank you for following us. I am so pleased as Bruce has not had much appreciation for music since being scared by a recorder ensemble when he was very small. I think this will go a long way to helping him.

    Bruce and Bruce

    • nyparrot said:
      July 28, 2012 at 4:14 pm

      Hey, Double Bruce;), have a super fun weekend! I am glad my post had contributed to a younger Bruce’s new appreciation for a classical music…LOL Thank you for visiting! Come again.

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  52. Rachael said:
    August 15, 2012 at 9:52 am

    My family would love this. But they aren’t coming to London, or in fact to the Uk at all! Shame!

  53. annitapozzani said:
    September 2, 2012 at 5:48 am

    These musicians are full of humor and really good. NIce post!

  54. mindfulness4now said:
    September 19, 2012 at 3:44 am

    What fun thanks heaps..

  55. peakperspective said:
    September 24, 2012 at 12:00 pm

    Think of all the kids who would sign up for lessons if recitals could be structured this way. Think of all the parents who would stay awake in recitals …

  56. shovonc said:
    September 28, 2012 at 8:47 am

    Awesome. Thanks for digging them up. I’m sharing this massively.

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