Why This MISUNDERSTOOD Waltz STILL Haunts Us

Why is this famous waltz so deeply misunderstood? In this video, I explore what makes Shostakovich’s Waltz No. 2 one of the most haunting and deceptive melodies ever written — how a tune that sounds cheerful on the surface can hide so much tension, irony, and “smiling through tears” underneath. And finally, I perform the waltz in full on the cello. Performers: Cesar Nikolai Laporev, violin Ilia Laporev, cello Augustin Tjampens, piano 🎻 1:1 Online Cello Lessons https://www.laporevilia.com/online-ce... 📩 Business inquiries: [email protected] ✨ If this touched you, please like, comment, and share. 🔔 Subscribe for more performances, breakdowns, and masterclasses. TIMESTAMPS: 0:00 Introduction 0:54 Breakdown 4:26 Shostakovich: Waltz No. 2 — Performance