The World's Greatest Musical Prodigies

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1. I don't know what they were talking about! Michaels piece was so GREAT!! And on top of it he felt the music soooooooooooooooooooo much! Even down to his funny facial expressions! Twas GREAT!!!! But where are the other performance's from CHINA!!!!????????

   Posted by Dre on 05/08/2009 22:16:39

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2. The video of Nathan playing his own musical piece is just amazing! I've played it to loads of friends and family and they all agree! So beautifully melodic!

   Posted by Dean on 30/07/2009 12:45:38

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3. I don't think I ever enjoyed a series of tv programmes more than "Prodigies".........I do hope there will be a DVD of the whole series...I will certainly want to buy several copies for myself and for presents

   Posted by Herbert on 20/07/2009 23:42:04

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4. Well it's a very good composition; i do feel the beginning dragged on abit for myself, personaly. I shall give this piece a 8/10 but that is me being critical.

   Posted by TEDDS on 03/07/2009 19:34:27

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5. We were at the actual concert and was blown away by the professionalism of the young peopole concerned and could not wait for the TV programmes to be broadcast. Thank you Channel 4 for the programme which has given us an insight into the lives and dedication of these young people and their families. Please do more of these programmes.

   Posted by Kathleen Marley on 27/06/2009 13:47:29

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6. for me that was best. What a talent.. best thing l have ever seen on tv, Alex was fantastic.I think lm falling in love with Alex. lm serious.....

   Posted by daisy on 26/06/2009 17:16:55

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7. As a 76-year old I was completely bowled over by these marvellous young people and I loved the composition - it affected me very deeply. It is an affirmation of the extraordinary power of the human spirit. Please make the DVD available soon!

   Posted by june on 25/06/2009 22:49:01

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8. Very impressive program. I wish that we could get more of this kind of stuff. Is there any CDs I could buy or DVDs? Thank you again for this very emotional and fantastic time.

   Posted by Gilbert LE PLAY on 25/06/2009 18:34:07

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9. I note that a CD will be available, but could CH4 not make the videos of the performance available on DVD? I would buy it and so would very many others, I'm sure. And I think that says quite clearly what I think of the music and these talented young people.

   Posted by PJR on 25/06/2009 11:34:29

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10. Superb series. Thank you, ITV, for something culturally exciting to set against the acultural dross on most TV channels most of the time. Please may we have more programmes like this. We should all be grateful that, with such talented youngsters as this, there will be a strong cadre of musicians to play the established works of the classical repertoire and new works like Alexander Prior's. As for 'Velesslavitsa' - what does it mean, by the way? - I am not qualified to post an appreciation. However, I thought Giselle Brodsky's reassessment of the music and of Alexander was significant. I wonder what dear Irene Haendel thought of the work and of the performance of the violinist she did not want Alexander to select?

    Posted by clive anthony greenwood on 24/06/2009 23:43:18

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11. Best thing I have ever seen on Channel 4. I am so excited to get the recording of this so I can listen to it all the time. They were all fantastic especially MICHAEL and Alex of course and Xiaoming. All of them really :) I hope Channel 4 does more series like this and Alex keeps composing like this!

    Posted by Verity Krall on 24/06/2009 20:51:34

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12. I absolutely love this piece, i watched the series and thought it was great to. The kids were brilliant, i wish i could play like that! (i play the piano) i think im getting there, few more years and i might be as good as that. Best wishes to all the musicians and Alex who is just brilliant!

    Posted by Charlie Perriss on 24/06/2009 18:53:21

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13. Absolutely blown away, especially by Nathan Chan! All of them were Brilliant, i'm astounded by their talent!

    Posted by Deano on 24/06/2009 12:10:27

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14. An inspiring program, concentrated on the music and the process and didn't leave much room for mind numbing repetetive narrations, shallow trivial issues or american style drama - BRILLIANT! Well done, enormous respect to the prodigies, the final piece was unbelievable. Going to play it to my class of Y1/FS2 children tomorrow. Cheers Richard Brown

    Posted by Mr Brown on 24/06/2009 11:24:26

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15. I was a bit disappointed with the final composition given the hype. I think he was overly ambitious to write a concerto for four soloists - one/two/three would have been more appropriate. Regarding the work as a whole, I feel it lacks unity. Certain passages are very effective but the changes in style are too capricious. One moment the style is late romantic, then C20th, and then like film music. The 2nd movement is strongest by far - the other two are mediocre. I think he (the composer) is one for the future, provided he takes a dose of humility, knuckles down, and works at it. As a series I have enjoyed it - probably one of the most cultural things channel 4 have had on for a while. Here's to more programs like this, and less to those like Big Brother!

    Posted by Dan on 23/06/2009 23:09:40

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16. Nearest thing to orchestral jazz ... Tremendous! The piece, the performances, and the personalities, all outstanding. I think most would agree that Alex picked very wisely. Congratulations all round.

    Posted by Gerry Lennon on 23/06/2009 23:09:02

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17. This is just womderful! Agree with the previous suggestion - please broadcast this in its entirety on prime time television - this is one of the best programmes Channel 4 has ever done, congratulations!

    Posted by on 23/06/2009 18:04:34

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18. I was blown away! Awesome piece Alex.

    Posted by Bezzie on 23/06/2009 15:30:15

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19. What remarkable young people! I was moved to tears by it all. Impossible to pick out anyone in particularb but I liked Zhang Xiaoming, a very charming young man. The composition was riveting Alex, great well done It would be wonderful to have a DVD.

    Posted by Ray on 23/06/2009 15:10:24

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20. Fantastic ! I have just watched the 3 movements of Velesslavitsa with such admiration. PLEASE broadcast this in its entirety on prime time television so that as many people as possible - especially young people - hear this music and can be inspired by these fabulous superb young musicians! Heartfelt congratulations to Alex, Michael, Simone, Zhang and Nathan on their astoundingly exciting AWESOME performances ! Thank you Channel 4 for such a wonderful series - please show more programmes like this celebrating music and the arts !

    Posted by Gill on 23/06/2009 15:07:17

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21. Wonderful. And will Prior's piece be available on CD?

    Posted by Marketa on 23/06/2009 13:21:56

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22. good news everyone - there will be a DVD release of the concerto! Will post you details on Channel4.com soon. Thanks for your enthusiastic comments. I will pass these on to Alex. Jan (Commissioning Editor)

    Posted by Jan Younghusband on 23/06/2009 12:23:53

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23. Please, please, release a DVD of the whole performance.

    Posted by Tim Burrell on 23/06/2009 10:49:15

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24. What a fantastic series, The children were amazing as was Alex, what an amazing young man for someone so young still. I`ll pay to see him conduct his works. He should be a mentor for all young budding musicians. Well done Alex

    Posted by ceinwen on 23/06/2009 09:11:11

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25. I enjoyed watching the 3 episodes and the repeat on channel 4 website as well as the solo performance by all the young musician in the compeition. Not only did they play brilliantly, they displayed so much passion in music and energy in life. I hope more young people will be encouraged to take up music after watching this. Aristo, Oliver and Anna, you are great musicians too. Dont be discouraged. You will have your turn soon.

    Posted by lovurmusic on 23/06/2009 01:33:56

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26. Such an exciting and emotional performance, superbly filmed. I hope we can see and hear more of these lovely folk as they develop. I hope the video will be released.

    Posted by SimonDundas on 23/06/2009 01:08:09

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27. Classical Music Prodigies..Fantastic!! Where can I obtain a recording of the piece 'Velesslavitsa' please? Please repeat the programme a.s.a.p

    Posted by T.Tichardson on 22/06/2009 23:58:05

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28. fantastic piece of music. what a masterpiece. it will go down in history as will Alex and the prodigies. i hope he attempts this again. Fantastic job.

    Posted by xXStephy150692Xx on 22/06/2009 23:23:31

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29. AMAZING! :D

    Posted by LottyStapleton on 22/06/2009 23:01:57

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30. why can`t I display this programme on ful screen?

    Posted by peter on 22/06/2009 22:23:31

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31. Truly inspirational! I hope they are all going to be back to perform at the Proms this year. Where can I buy the CD please?

    Posted by Wendy on 22/06/2009 22:23:21

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