I bet the next one will be Mirga. So, the music is filled to the brim with emotional experience without literal hang-ups, and the range of types of experience goes from eerily cerebral to disturbingly carnal, and everything in between. San Francisco Symphony: Yuja Wang Plays Rachmaninoff concert tickets range from $301.00 - $688.00 a ticket. Once, it was winter, and at a cold theater in my city, she changed her clothes for the second part of the program, to use something like a black bathsuit. Am I the only one who cares more about how she plays than how she looks? Yuja is mostly larfing at rigid old bores who cant listen beyond the visual effect the horrible hi-heels and disproportionate dresses. 3); 2 p.m . Surely her performance of that on the piano would be truly amazing. @lamer @rimowa. Top editors give you the stories you want delivered right to your inbox each weekday. This whole controversy is so ridiculous. Well John ( or should I say Jesus) for your noble sacrifice. And that is all what it is about here. Her skills and reputation took center stage in April when she came to . If that is what some concertmasters want, surely they and their colleagues should demand their management to write dress codes into contracts for guest soloists to sign. As a first step we encourage you to take membership at US$79/59 a year, or $165/125 for three years. As a female, I feel that her choice of wardrobe distracts from and cheapens the art of the music. She says somewhere that early in her career she complained about feeling uncomfortable on stage, to some senior figure who laughed right back in her face: Feeling uncomfortable on stage is what youre paid for! Otherwise it would be extremely unprofessional for the concertmaster to refuse to play just because he/she doesnt like the soloists attire. Ms. Jealous women, insecure men: you all have your axe to grind. There is a certain decorum related to the performance of art music. https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGa5qi-kBSE. Seek help. Credit: Lawrence K. Ho / Los Angeles Times. The Russian [romantic] stuff, especially in my twenties. I just love it how a bunch of old geezers here refer to this scrawny flat-nosed Asian miget as a beautiful woman. This narrative needs to change, not least because either sexualising or ignoring womens clothing diminishes their agency as artists. To the stage, she brings the ability to play the piano with ease as well as sensuality. As in any kind of showbiz, there has to be an enticing image, it must be very visual, with glitter, butts, heels and whatnot. I listened to YW live once, it confirmed what I implied and that was my last one. There are also emergency grants that students can apply for, and the center also provides temporary and/or emergency . If it were me, having audiences pay to see me is more than enough boost! The New York Times: Yuja Wang Sweeps Through a Rachmaninoff Marathon. Hecker. Yeah, read it, what she says is revealing interesting and unusual, at least to me. Yuja Wang is one of the best contemporary pianists in the World and of one does not like the way she dresses then one can listen to her recordings or close their eyes. There are several versions of that on youtube, two with Dutoit, one with a blue dress, one with a red dress. I think the dress should not detract from the performance, whether male or female. Just close your eyes and listen to it. She probably ran to the Acela. Yuja Wang and guest attend the RIMOWA & Porsche Exclusive Event on April 08, 2022 in Los Angeles, California. 19 - Sinfonia In Sol Maggiore N. 88 - Concerto Per Quattro Pianoforti BWV 1065 (CD, Album . Ravel: Piano Concerto in G. Ravel: Gaspard de la Nuit. Unfair, BFC. Such behaviour may reveal a damaged individual. 1 in E Minor, Op. Perhaps, as someone has noted, a radio broadcast would be the best solution to end the debate. If she continues to perform well ,she willoutgrow the attire! Simply stated, its too much! Moronic comments. Ambassador @rolex @steinwayandsons. They remind me of a cabaret dancer, or a red light district joint bar waitress, or even a bondage practitioner. Common sense, once again, from Mr Borstlap. Maestro cull: Berlin chief is told to cut back, Ex-BBC boss is named in plan to cut Irish orchestras, https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=FGa5qi-kBSE, Spanish violinist wins Berlin Philharmonic seat. To answer the question, Why? Because she can. Thats on you. She has said before (last years New Yorker interview comes to mind) that she doesnt feel as comfortable or as inspired playing in certain clothes, and maybe doesnt perform as well in certain clothes. Shuman Associates. SHE is the INVITED guest STAR!! The login page will open in a new tab. You are either a total ignorant or plain stupid! obscures a multitude of sins. One must earn his cash. The smile on her face looking at people staring her reveals everything. Among several outstanding performances I attended by her, Prokofiev Piano Concerto 3 with Abbado is equalled only by Argerich. There still remains the real classical music part, a much smaller one, and it seems that the classical musicians that remain in that group are men or women who do not go down the cleavage-butt-nude body-stilettos marketing hole. There is ample historic evidence that Liszt never showed more skin than was absolutely necessary, that is: on the stage. Who was the designer? Shes an international phenomenon. Her dress-down routine is getting pretty tired and old, no? Yuja Wang Illuminates Ravel and Gershwin. What a shame that the Dance of the Seven Veils isnt a piano piece. That being said, I often find Yujas outfits pretty cool! She forgot to mention that French music is light and gay, and Italian operas have a profusion of pretty tunes eye roll . About a pink dress that was girly and feminine but not all that sexy: Because of that dress, the little pink one, because its so different from everything Ive ever worn, I didnt really feel myself, and maybe that came through.. It depends. I think Yuja is the piano genius of her generation, and seen her perform in NYC several time. But the concert hall is not a beach. Chopin: 26 Prludes; Barcarolle; Polonaise. Audio CD. The most submissive traditional Asian woman wrap herself all over! I think, Kyle, that these days she would more likely be called a seam technician. People hear what they see. She plays brilliantly, and frankly I think she is just what the classical music world desperately needs today. Dress appropriately means what it is. The only way they know how to get attention is NOT through their music, but through their slut shabbiness. She fills concert halls, and she appears to understand that concerts are, after all, a form of entertainment, so there is nothing wrong with adding a touch of glamour and showmanship. She is a gifted pianist no doubt and I, for one, will refrain from attending her appearances until such a day when the parade ends. How sad! The body has no place here. Decency is a big deal.. Fashionable and outspoken, Ms. Wang, who at 25 is one of the most gifted pianists of her generation, would make Mahler and Chanel equally proud. Yuja Wang actually is a very good musician, both live and on recordings, as solo artist, concerto performer, or in chamber music. But I guess this is what Mr. Lebrecht intended. Yuja Wang plays over 120 concerts a year around the world.Is all this possible in your opinion because of the fact that she sometimes is dressed in a way that violates traditional classical dress code? Membership benefits will include a daily digest of stories delivered to your email, and occasional exclusive offers from our partners. It is as it should be. PianoToronto Symphony Orchestra's Spotlight Artist 22/23San Francisco Conservatory of Music's Artist in Residence 22/23. No one complained about Tina Turners legs or arse. You may have a problem, and judging from your choice of words, Id say that misogyny might be only the beginning. I expect she will only get better, although that seems nearly impossible. We are doing our best to ensure that Slipped Disc is free to all readers. The triple-play, one could say??? Please for the love of God show some self control Phillip. Select your subscription length below and head to the checkout: Please log in again. Unfortunately it often does. Ive attended a number of her concerts in NYC her Hammerklavier was a fiasco (especially when compared to Murray Perahias Olympian rendition of the same work a week before). RG says it all! .limited SHE IS NOTHING BUT BRILLIANT! Who gave this john the right to dictate to other people where they should be getting their confidence? Ive been a classical violinist for over sixty years. Who would not want to make a splash with an outfit. She is a great artist indeed. Very glad to have read the article, though: (a) because of the anecdote about Ruth Gipps and (b) because of the link to her obituary. Im so sick and tired of my tuxedo I could spit. The Argentinian made some of the most important records during the 70s, that remains up to now among the best ever interpretations. Why cant you get that through your dense cranial feature??? The inability to talk about Wangs clothing in a sensitive and respectful way reveals damaging and longstanding assumptions around women and their dress on the classical stage.. It would be interesting to listen to her and Vanessa Mae (not sure about the spelling) playing the Kreutzer Sonate. I would like to see her in concert where the orchestra suddenly stops playing, grabs her, and gang bangs her right on top of the piano in front of the audience. Nut cases politicize everything. Wang stands transfixed in her skin-tight fuchsia minidress and oversized glam-girl sunglasses, her outfit popping out against the crowd of straw visors and denim shorts. Past month; Actually she is right. White men? Who does she think she is, Ariana Grande? Charlize Althea Garcia February 28, 2023 0. And when she chose to play a vulgar, circus-like transcription of the Turkish March right after Beethoven, it was yet another evidence of her immaturity and lack of taste. The denial of Wangs agency also feeds into racist stereotypes around the submissiveness and inexpressiveness of both women and classical musicians of Asian descent stereotypes that Wangs clothing choices actively disrupt. How tall is Yuja Wang? Ive seen many phenomenal pianists over the years, including Alfred Brendel, Evgeny Kissin, and Emanuel Ax to name just a few, and Ms. Wang is as good as anyone Ive ever been privileged to see. The language and skills to address these questions might need to become part of the modern critics toolkit and if critics start taking fashion seriously, agents might be able to include outfit details in press releases without fear that it will open the floodgates to derogatory commentary about the artists they represent. Browse 327 yuja wang stock photos and images available or start a new search to explore more stock photos and images. Diminish her? Good for her! The reason she chooses to dress that way is, quite simply, because she can just like a child who will eat nothing but candy, if left unsupervised. There is a great deal of this. I sound awfully snooty but thats not my intention. From the Lebrecht Album of the Week: This, The mayor of Strasbourg has announced that the, The Observers foodie Jay Rayner does not go, The Spanish violinist Roxana Wisniewska was officially posted. as well as other partner offers and accept our. Artists have freedom to choose costume when they perform. Se clearly thinks it is funny to see audiences reaction when she gets almost naked. Performed by the same people capable of good and horrific evil as the next people, even those on Sunset Boulevard. Who gives a flying.what fabric is used? In my twenties, Id put on my tight Herve Leger dress and heels, and it looked like I was going to the bar. You are our guest. Its okay to age with grace, and let your dress evolve appropriately with it. From the Lebrecht Album of the Week: This, The mayor of Strasbourg has announced that the, The Observers foodie Jay Rayner does not go, The Spanish violinist Roxana Wisniewska was officially posted. right?! Why people cant just close their eyes if they find the musicians clothes to be distracting, I have no idea. At the age of 26 she has already performed in all the great concert halls, stunned the world with her blazing YouTube performances, made her debut recording with Claudio Abbado and the Mahler. Luckily for you, there will be a video stream of her playing the same concerto next year with WDR SO and Hra. Using conductors dress code as an example is not exactly a reference that is worthy of note. She is the reason so many have paid to see her perform brilliantlyalongsideyour orchestra. If the audience were mysogynists, why then the applause? I attended that Prok 3, if you mean the one in Luzern, and it was certainly good. I wanted to do the shock value.. I hope there will be a radio broadcast of the concert. !l Shes a living doll and she plays magnificently. Just my personal opinion. Daniel Harding and Charles Dutoit conduct 20th-century masterpieces - With Yuja Wang, Christoph Prgardien, David Guerrier, and Renaud Capuon. Yuja is free to be the person she wants to be. And note that Argerich is there, but I guess that is not enough to appease marxists. But then it is the Guardian! I wear my fathers made in the 1950s with my 1810 fob watch from Dublin. Shes a girly girl; so what!!? We expect such elegance from our cultural icons, of course. Third, I am an Eastern Asian; what submissive stereotype this article is talking about? Why does our industry complain about Ms Wang when she flaunts the physical gifts she has along with her wonderful musicianship. Access your favorite topics in a personalized feed while you're on the go. That decorum has been changing constantly and is very different in this century compared to the 18th. She wore, along with her typical very high heels, a different dress for each of the five pieces, with skintight fits and shimmering fabric in red, ivory, green and silver and, most immortal, a magenta minidress for the "Rhapsody" paired with sparkling periwinkle leg warmers. Yuja Wang is simply working with designers, the way that other attractive stars her age do and the way that plenty of opera divas always have, from Renee Fleming's specially designed gowns by. If you need to get attention by appearing semi-naked, either you know your artistry is limited (as is the repertoire for which Yuja Wang is known) or you have a suspicion it is, a deep-seated lack of confidence in the depth and breadth of your abilities. Sergey Prokoviev: Piano Concerto No. Norman its about time you stopped obsessing over the way she looks. Her playing still leaves me cold although shes come a long way over the years. 12 . She is an ingenious pianist , and , as far as I am concerned, she can wear her undies, so long she playes as she does! Wang played ( and conducted! ) Thank you, Alexander. If she thinks being eye candy gets her more gigs, so be it. However, I let my ear be the judge when it comes to musical performances. No thanks. Shes perfect and what she wears is her own decision as it is for every woman and every performer or should be. Yuja Wang is an excellent pianist who understands the mechanisms of celebrity. Correct. We are doing our best to ensure that Slipped Disc is free to all readers. Now, I will give Yuja her due she does have an extraordinary technique, that allows her to excel in certain segments of the repertoire. In other words: classical music has loads of sensuality in it to be experienced, but in a stylized way, so that it is accessible to anybody with enough perceptive abilities. The moment she starts playing, her appearance does not matter for me anymore because my full attention is on the musical sounds she produces, and most of the time her playing sounds outstanding to me. are you implying that Prokovievs 5th Piano Concerto is flash and trash? Also, reading at this website about harassment in the profession in general. Dont like her clothes? I get an extra thick one that can absorb all the drool when I lure at women. Dont go to her concerts pure and simple. Oh dear, yet another Slipped Disc comment that thinks its acceptable to compare a woman to a prostitute because of how she chooses to dress. Thats right, Ive turned into a fashion critic, wrote Norman Lebrecht, who described Wangs outfit as a micro-dress cut an inch below the butt. But this sexualised account couldnt be further from fashion criticism. Visit her on www.yujawang.com, on www.twitter.com/yujawang. When Wang played the Hollywood Bowl in August in a skimpy coral-colored dress, the performer's appearance stirred debate on blogs and in newspaperswith some going so far as to say "My poor eyes did not need to see the things they saw. We are doing our best to ensure that Slipped Disc is free to all readers. She lacks it. What traumatic event(s) could have happened to her childhood in Beijing that she now needs to show her skin in order to boost her confidence on a performing stage?! Shes a pianist so please stop talking about what shes wearing!!! Face reality: if listeners were really attending to hear a pianist they could stay home and binge on videos. She didnt play in her undies. Long regarded as one of the world's premiere schools of music, the Eastman School of Music offers a uniquely inspiring array of artistic, scholarly, and creative opportunities. Yuja Wang, Verbier Festival Orchestra, Kurt Masur, Kirill Troussov, David Aaron Carpenter, Maxim Rysanov, Sol Gabetta & Leigh Mesh. alexanderwangAlexander WangAlexander wang Come on! According to this view, YW does not have to abide by any rules, certainly not the rules of respect and social decency. Sounds to me like you may be the one with the problem. nobody !!! Not very tall, somewhere around 1,60m Id say. And m2 k2 ( aka) r2d2 take a break also. Brahms: Cello Sonata No. I came from nyc to see the Saturday performance. And pull it off rather dashingly, me thinks. I suppose some would be happier were she to hide herself in a burka or burlap bag. Yuja Wang's next performance will take place on March 1st, 2023 at 7:30pm at the Davies Symphony Hall, which is located at 201 Van Ness Ave, San Francisco, CA. 2 in C minor Op. The point here is about code dress. But musically right, anyway. The point is that decorum is not static and will always keep changing. What people are you talking about? Another extremity, we need dress code enforcement. Otherwise I will lead everyone out of here and you can play solo.. If shes sufficiently immature to want to be deliberately provocative, its best to ignore the display and focus on the music. This seems to be a slow & long ongoing process of unveiling, and considering the only estimation where the trajectory will end, at that point she will no longer have anything to leave behind in the soloist room. Steinway Fanatic: her attractiveness drew me to listen, her artistry made me come back. Rationality and the mind have historically been coded masculine, sensuality and the body feminine, with the result that women and their bodies have been marginalised within classical music. Id love to have been there! Wang's formidable technique and remarkable dynamic control allowed her both to hurl the opening flourishes out with terrific force and produce exquisite pianissimos in the adagio, which is.