Yunchan Lim Plays Bach – Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, BWV 147 (Piano)!

Yunchan Lim plays Johann Sebastian Bach's "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" (BWV 147) on solo piano: one of the most beloved melodies in classical music, played with breathtaking calm and clarity. 🎹 Bach – Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring, BWV 147 Pianist: Yunchan Lim (임윤찬) Piano transcription: [arranger, e.g. Myra Hess – please verify] About the music "Jesu, Joy of Man's Desiring" is the English title of the chorale movement that closes both parts of Bach's cantata "Herz und Mund und Tat und Leben", BWV 147 (Leipzig, 1723). Over a gently flowing triplet line, Bach lets the chorale melody "Jesu, meine Freude" unfold in calm, steady phrases. It became world famous in the 20th century through piano transcriptions and is still played everywhere today: in concert halls, at weddings, and at moments of reflection. In German it is known as "Jesus bleibet meine Freude", in Dutch as "Jezus blijft mijn vreugde". About the pianist South Korean pianist Yunchan Lim became the youngest gold medalist in the history of the Van Cliburn International Piano Competition in 2022, at the age of 18. His performances are known for their singing tone, deep concentration and poetic simplicity, qualities that suit this Bach chorale perfectly. 🔔 Subscribe for more Bach on piano and organ, and turn on notifications so you never miss a new upload: tinyurl.com/BestBaroqueMusic 💬 Where do you listen to this piece: in the morning, while studying, or to find some rest? Let us know in the comments. #Bach #YunchanLim #임윤찬 #JesuJoyOfMansDesiring #BWV147 #ClassicalPiano #PianoMusic #BachPiano Disclaimer: We do not own the rights to this music. This video is published for educational, analytical, and historical purposes. No commercial intent is implied. Rights holders may contact me at Orgelliefhebber74 at gmail.com and the content will be removed upon request.