Described as the “Claire de Lune” of the 21st century, the lyrical piano piece “River Flows in You” by South Korean-British composer Yiruma seems to be always present in playlists built for lullabies, relaxing, and concentrating – and for good reason. The uncomplicated musical piece is the perfect example of what a timeless track should sound like. It received an overwhelming and positive response from music enthusiasts, especially those with a deep appreciation for soothing instrumentals. Featured in the Twilight saga, the song’s composition straddles between modern and timeless, its composition leaning more towards pop than classical.
Musicians the world over have taken an immense liking to the song, too. Aside from countless versions uploaded on personal websites and social media channels, the track is also often heard on stage: recitals, talent shows, etcetera. It has even made its way to the streets!
Just recently, young and beautiful violinist Karolina Protsenko graced the online community with a live performance of the song. The eleven-year-old violinist, who enjoys playing instruments with her parents (both talented musicians themselves) clearly knows no stage fright.
An awe-inspiring video of her playing “River Flows in You” on the violin, backed up by her mom on the keyboards, proves that some people are truly born to excel in music. With one casual nod (making their artistry seem like the most natural thing in the world) and a smile as their cue to begin, the pair gave the people around them a performance to remember.
The inspiring duo, as seen in a video uploaded to her YouTube channel, treated passersby with their impressive rendition of the popular piano piece. As their music filled the air, people stopped what they were doing to watch and listen. Some filmed the performance, while some stood silently, taking it all in. It wasn’t just the smooth flow of the song that stopped people in their tracks; the gifted mother and daughter pair were simply captivating themselves. The strains of the violin coupled with the soft, melodious sound of the piano made the track sound hauntingly beautiful. The crowd was silent as they watched, with some even attempting to take a closer look in order to see if the music was really live.
The relaxed expression on Karolina’s face as she played, and her graceful dancing, charmed both her live audience and her fans online. Her mother left no one unimpressed, either, with the way her fingers danced slowly across the keyboard, producing one beautiful melody after the other. The delicate and mesmerizing way the mother and daughter duo played added even more beauty to the already romantic song.
Those who were watching probably didn’t know they needed to hear something so soothing and enchanting until the beauty of it all began unfolding in front of them. With music as a strong bonding tool, Karolina and her mother did more than just enjoy playing together. They made that exact moment, that very day, meaningful for those fortunate enough to have witnessed them play.
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