FIRST CLASSICAL CONCERT of 15-year-old Karolina Protsenko | Mendelssohn Violin Concerto 

It doesn't matter if it's a street, a stage, a hall, a theater or a concert hall, Karolina definitely should be on stage, she was born an artist and now, at just 15 years old, she is already an incredible musician.

In the realm of classical music, it is a rare occurrence when a young talent emerges with as much sophistication and mastery as Karolina Protsenko. Her rendition of Mendelssohn's Violin Concerto in E minor is remarkable not just for her youthful age but primarily for the maturity and depth of her musical interpretation. What stands out immediately is Karolina's ability to play the entire piece from memory, a feat that demands exceptional musical intelligence and a deep understanding of the structure and emotion of the piece. This skill, often observed in the greatest virtuosos, allows her to form a direct and intimate connection with the music, unencumbered by the physical constraints of a score. Karolina's technical proficiency is impressive; her violin playing is precise, her tone rich and expressive. However, it is her interpretative maturity that truly sets her apart. She approaches Mendelssohn's work with a sensitivity and insight typically associated with musicians of a much older generation. Her performance of the cadenza, in particular, is noteworthy, demonstrating a remarkable balance between technical virtuosity and emotional expression. Her play is not just a rendition of notes, but a story told through music, with a clear narrative structure that takes the listener on a journey through Mendelssohn's musical landscape. This concert marks a significant moment in the career of a young musician who will undoubtedly grow to be one of the key figures in the world of classical music. Karolina, with her exceptional talent and dedication, reminds us of the enduring ability of music to surprise, inspire, and enrich. It's a living testament that true art knows no age boundaries.

La petite artiste de rue, et devenu une grande artiste , a 15 ans , elle est comme premier violon invité dans divers orchestre, l ecole du public de la rue; le don; bravo KAROLINA, que tu puisse continuer le plus longtemps possible à démocratiser la musique classique. Merci aux orchestres et leur chefs d accueillir cette brillante jeune artiste, qui a dèja acquis des années d' expérience devant un des publics le plus dur a capter celui de la rue, elle a la musique en elle.

Absolutely unbelievable, at only15, to play with an orchestra, without sheet music, and make no mistakes!!! I'm blown away!!!

Their pure excitement to have Karolina as a soloist was so heart warming. How intensely difficult. She handled it all with such grace. Well done! 👏🏻 👏🏻 bravos

Karolina is going to turn me into a fan of classical music.

Sie ist eine Virtuosin der besonderen Art, mit ausgeprochen viel Gefühl und perfekter Technik in ihrem Spiel. Es ist echt ein Genuss ihr zuzuhören. Vielen Dank dafür.

Wow, brilliant! A big round of applause to the orchestra and naturally, the young genius on the violin!

What can I say about Karolina that hasn't already been said? I was sitting in the front row next to her parents. It was a beautiful, very difficult piece and Karolina played it brilliantly. BRAVO!

Only 15 years old? A talented young lady. Brilliant performance. A joy to listen.

That takes guts to get up there in front of skilled musicians and a knowledgeable audience and play that well. She's got it all. She's a musical savant and beautiful to boot.

Dear Karolina, I haven't payed attention to violin before until I found you. I am a 72 old man who spends most of his time in a wheelchair but since I have found you I do nothing but listen to you. I love your character, your faith, your beautiful, and of course your playing the violin I have done listen to your I have listen to all of tapes and eagerly waiting for your next one

Dear Karolina you literally make shivers run up my spine with beauty of your music. I'm 87 and have been around beautiful music most of my life and you have capped it all. Bless you Angel.

I am a violinist from the UK,trained at the royal academy of music in London and I think she was brilliant.I like her sound and vibrato❤

This is just the beginning Karolina. In my opinion, in addition to the covers that you play divinely on the streets, now not only of Santa Monica, but also in Europe, I am sure that a concert of this caliber with you as first violin will lead you to perform in the greatest theaters in the world. And I'm waiting for you. Heartfelt congratulations ❤ 👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼🔥🔥🔥

The most amazing thing about Carolina is that she is playing from memory without sheet music…….her timing is awesome. You see her playing violin on the street and you think ….That’s good but you then hear her with an orchestra and she is amazing.❤️

太棒了，Karolina向世人證明自己不僅僅是網紅，而是一位名符其實的小提琴家。

Karolina, congratulations on your first performance with an orchestra! Your talent, hard work, and dedication are truly remarkable.

She is beautiful, smart and her violin playing is truly amazing. I saw footage of her when she was little on the streets and now she can give concerts

So talented and sweet..not too many like her around these days!!

Dear Karolina, congratulations on the wonderful concert and your great success at it. Your performance was perfect. The part you play at high speed is amazing. Your dress and posture are both wonderful. I have never seen a violin soloist as beautiful as you. Anyway, it's amazing. 👏👏👏👏💐💐💐

Epetacular! Sou neto do maestro brasileiro Euclides Silva Novo, e, fiquei arrepiado com essa apresentação. Tenho certeza que se meu avô ainda estivesse entre nós teria se emocionado muito com essa apresentação. Acompanho A Carolina desde o começo, e continuarie acompanhando sempre. Essa menina é um orgulho para seus pais e para todos nós. Parabéns!!! (desde Brasil)

Tiene un Don precioso! Es un espectáculo verla ! Ya es una estrella ! Felicidades a su familia y cuidarla mucho . Mil bendiciones!!

Karolina should not only be in a stage to show your talent anywhere, whether it be on the street, a theater or whatever, you will always show that talent that you have so beautiful and playing a violin is like feeling that it calms you down and makes you In peace and I love classical music because it is the best and the truth is that you have the most beautiful talent in your life.

Девочка большой молодец. И надо отдать должное ее папе и маме, за то что смогли взрастить такой талант.

This is an unbridled joy to watch. Karolina has no ego, gives herself entirely to the music. The relaxed yet controlled intonation at the 2:30 mark is hypnotic. Her enthusiasm is infectious. Bravo!! 👏👏

Karo Protsenko..."Because in the right eyes you will always be a work of art"

...And I might add, not only an incredible musician, but a kind, thoughtful generous person, full of love and compassion. It's all revealed in her playing! Bravo bravo!!

As an avid fan of heavy metal and rock along with the occasional blast of death metal, I could never have imagined myself listening to a piece of classical but I absolutely loved this. To have such a talented young lady leading the orchestra is an amazing achievement at the tender age of 15yrs old so hat's off to you Karoina, you are an absolute star!♥️♥️

Superbly played Karolina.Nobody would guess this is your first time performing with an orchestra as you looked so natural.The world of music is yours for the taking.❤

Karolina Protsenko is the Most Impressive Leader of the orchestra ❤ She is so impressive with Everything She Does ❤

Unbelievable world class performance, so proud of you Karolina. ❤️🥰💐

Congratulations Karolina Protsenko from Ukraine, good job, good performance.

So adorable,so beautiful and talented,Karolina❤

Karolina Protsenko is phenomenal.🥰 Talents like her are born every once in a million years 💯❤️🎻🌹🎼

Soy Chileno 🇨🇱 y tengo 66 años. Sigo a Karolina desde que era pequeña. Hoy me siento orgulloso como si fuese mi nieta. Verla crecer y ahora en un concierto de música clásica, Dios me siento muy orgulloso de verla por fin en un escenario haciendo lo que más le gusta. Beautiful.

This is the Karolina I always knew was there -- finally now we see and hear the proof! Beautifully played -- she is an artiste beyond her years. Such a joy to hear. I hope you all have a BLESSED Christmas!

What a difference from her usual videos 🙏 Lovely to watch and listen this young to Karolina - Well done girl ❤

This Young Woman is absolutely talented beyond words could say

How bursting with pride your parents must be! You have given us an absolutely stunning performance. Thank you and congratulations Karolina.

Congratulations, Karolina! It sounded fantastic and all of your hard work has definitely payed off 👏🎉😁🎶🎻

As they say, she is the whole package. Brilliant, humble, and beautiful.

I was not especially fond of violin before, of course there are a few, Stirling and a Finish girl thats very good. But You Karolina I could not miss any of your videos everyone spellbound me. You replace the vocalist with your violin, it sings, beautiful❤

The performance of classical music is really mind blowing,,now we all are going to become a classical music fan ,,❤

Absolutely beyond amazing and extraordinary to see this young woman, only 15, play like someone twice her age and older. I have to say she is a prodigy. She wasn't even looking at sheet music, completely perfect in timing and performance. Bravo to her and the entire orchestra. Even if you might not normally listen to classical, you definitely love and appreciate seeing this very special performance. Bravo Karolina, Bravo! Standing ovation. 🌹🌹🌹🙏🎶♥️

You're so talented and have a beautiful personality so relaxing listening to you play your parents are extremely wonderful they taught you right don't let Fame or money mess you up continue being the humble person you are that's priceless greetings from a Chilean 🇨🇱

Я простой обыватель, не из мира музыки. Но.. Просто влюбилась в скрипку, прослушав Каролину!!!Уникальная девочка!!! Золотая скрипка! Ты даришь столько счастья людям! Спасибо тебе!!! ❤❤❤ Всего тебе самого наилучшего в жизни!!! Смотрю твои видео в Ютюбе!!! 🥰🥰🥰

Tears of joy come to my eyes every time I hear this young lady. What a blessing to the world she is 🥲

I'm so happy for her. I first heard her on RU-vid a very small kid in a frock at a street side playing Despacito. It's just so satifying that she is the lead violinist in a concerto with the L A Orchestra. I bless her for many many more greater achievements. I'm sure she will emerge as a top violinist in time to come. God bless you child 🙂🙏❤

I have never heard Karolina perform a concert Concerto with orchestra before. How incredible!! She did so so well and I cant wait to hear more from her as her violin career advances. Always love how she engages with her music and expresses joy as while she is performing. Great job!

Une MERVEILLE Quel talent incroyable , Karolina nous te souhaitons la plus grande et belle carrière que tu mérite , tu est une magnifique fée de la musique . ❤❤❤❤❤❤

Here in Brazil we shout: She deserves it! She deserves it! She deserves it! Congratulations!!! ​

Bravo. Talent, Dedication, Hard work, Perseverance, Beauty, Grace, Kindness and Nice Personality. She is amazing

Cuando la escuche hace muchos años me encanto esta niña y hoy soy uno de sus millones de fans por la tierra .

Karolina, your performance of the first Mendelssohn Violin Concerto was absolutely masterful! I sincerely wish that the right sponsors will bring you to the world stage, where you can enrich the classical music world with your fresh light, vitality, and charisma. The world is waiting for you! Bravo for an outstanding performance! 🎻👏

Karolina NEVER ceases to amaze us and this performance is just the beginning!! Keep on doing what you're doing: producing such beautiful music and spreading joy! Happy Holidays everyone❤

I cry for Happy! I'm 81 and bursting wth admiration for this angelic person. Thank you so very much, these last 4 o r so years have been heartfelt and uplifting.😎 Bigislandtom

All of the musicians in the orchestra are reading sheet music throughout this entire performance while Kaorlina is playing by memory. Bravo !!

Heavenly Beauty.. Karolina Protsenko

You play so well Karolina. Two days ago I played the violin at this church and it was my first time playing in front of people, and I played two Christmas songs as well. Everyone said that I did really well. I have been playing for a year now and I've been watching you for a long time. Thank you for being an inspiration you've always been!❤️🎻 Keep up the good work!

I don't know if you were nervous before this concert, but you need not be, you are one of the best violinists ever to step on a stage like this. It was Perfection and you are just AMAZING! I think some of the people in this orchestra were surprised at your skill. Just look at this video and look at their faces... These people have been studying music for years and you step in at 15 and outshine all of them!!! You are PERFECTION at best!!! Just liking this video does not describe my ADMIRATION for the SKILL you possess... This brought me to TEARS! So Great!!!

born an artist and now, at just 15 years old, she is already an incredible musician

I can feel the joy of her brilliant personality pour forth from each note of this concerto.

Maybe it’s because I’ve watched you for so long but your expressions are so different from others. You have come so far in such a short time. You are having the time of your life and it really shows in your expressions. Your first concert and you made us all proud. I love you so much. ❤❤❤

Je suis très heureux, et très fier de ta performance karolina ! Félicitations également à tout les musiciens !

This is absolute genius. The subtlety of her bow on the strings, her transitional shifts of pitch, and her musical expressions, are phenomenal for one so young. Confidence, performance, it's all there, and is perfection 👏❤🙏.

A faithful testimony of what results through hard work and discipline. We appreciate Karolina for the example you give us...we love you 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏💝💝

🌹Absolutely BEAUTIFUL, Karolina! You are a Bright Shining Star even while surrounded by other pros! 🌹❤️👏👍🎻🥰❤️

Once Karolina said there has to be a better word for amazing, and this is another occasion where it is needed, well done Karolina.

Karolina is a thief of hearts 😊❤

What a monumental effort on her part, at fifteen years old! What makes me "sick" is that she probably memorized the entire score after playing it through one time, and I can't even remember where I set my glasses down! She's got quite a future ahead of her.

🌹WOW, Karolina! This is a whole new level of AMAZING! Thanks for sharing! 🌹🌹⭐️👍🎻👏🎵❤️🥰

No sheet music, And with her eyes closed most of the time. Playing from memory. Amazing truly Amazing.

That young girl was born with a violin and musical talent in her body and mind. It's really wonderful. Congratulations. ❤❤

Bravo Bravo Karolina well done .very professional😅

Greetings from Scotland! Absolutely wonderful experience for the viewer! The standing ovation was justified by your flawless performance and I have to say, what a wonderful orchestra and conductor too! Music is so powerful, ANY music! I have never restricted myself to any genre, I love most music, especially powerful, emotional music. Classic, pop, rock, folk, it is all good for the soul! Thank you again Karolina!

After watching a few times, and knowing the Concerto very well, I love the beautiful relaxed style that you have approached it. Many violinists attack too hard and tend to overplay the emotional aspect. You Karoline have played with feeling and grace, but without the ego . You play the high notes with divine sweetness. It tickled me that you cannot help but dance a little. I really love your work

Karolina Bravo... keep it up 👍👍👍 Love from India 🎉🎉🎉

Noche de Gala con Karolina prostsenko gracias por mandar el vídeo muy bello

Brava, Bravissima, Maestra! It was sublime! The long awaited Mendelssohn concerto is finally here! Thank you very much for this awesome Christmas present, dear Violin Angel!

She is playing like flowing water and flying clouds. ❤❤❤

Incroyable, extraordinaire cette jeune fille 😮 elle est vraiment impressionnante et a un talent inné pour la musique… bravo 🥰😍

Karolina, je te suis depuis ton jeune âge, issue d'une famille de musiciens, tu as suivi cette route au violon. te voilà en concert à seulement 15 ans. Félicitations de France...

This young lady is utter magic. I have followed her progress for a few years now and in so doing my admiration for her achievements grew exponentially as well. This girl is going to make it really big. How hard she has worked to get to this level of performance! I am 75 yo and will not have the privilege to see much of your career. But I wish you all of the very best of success. You have an amazing talent and the commitment to make the most of it. Thanks for sharing your magic.

Thank you dear God in heaven for Karolina and her talents....I had electricity flow through my head multiple times hearing and watching this orchestra with the violin angel at the helm with her fingers flowing so accurately through the entire heavenly performance of perfection. I was wondering the entire time....how is this high level of talent even possible? I am utterly amazed and appreciative of this awesome violin angel and her beautiful performances both on stage and also on Santa Monica! 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹💌💌

Karolina " The World is Your "........... excelente!!!

I dont know much about western Music taste and the Orchetra, but I have been noticing this young artist Karolina, playing this violin on Streets, just like GoD Gifted Child .... And what I believe, she did the best, nobody could play like she did .

Most excellent musicianship and artistry in one so young! May she have the most fulfilling and wonderful career.

Hi Karolina! All of your fans have been wondering when you'd post this video of your Veterans Day performance in Culver City with an orchestra. I mentioned to U numerous times that I really wanted to be there, and my sister's milestone birthday was what prevented me from being part of your live audience. But U know what, Karolina? By the time I got home, I was able to catch the last few minutes of your live performance, and I have Avelina to thank for making that possible(Thank U so much once again, Avelina!)! So, was this after your masterclass with the great Ray Chen? I'm glad he thinks so highly of U, and was gracious enough to share with U all his knowledge and give U tips to help U realize your full potential(not that U R not already 1 of the best), so a big Thank You to Ray Chen as well for helping U prepare for this moment! And of course, a big Thank You to U, Karolina, for all the beautiful moments and memories, and to your wonderful family for their unending support, and I want to wish U all a very Merry Christmas and a Happy, healthy, safe, and successful 2024! And oh yeah, Happy upcoming 3rd birthday to Nicholas!😊👏🙏🇺🇦🇺🇲♥️

Karolina is simply phenomenal!!

Я поражаюсь : играть концерт Мендельсона почти полчаса в 15 лет !!! это же сколько надо помнить нот ? Это никакой- нибудь стишок выучить . Это огромный умственный труд . Молодец !!! Умница !!!

Le violon se trouve dans les , doigts d'une fée . Un vrais bonheur ; merci Karolina Protsenko . La France vous salut.

Karolina, I was waiting with a baited breath to watch your performance with the Orchestra. Thank you for sharing it on RU-vid.

Ангел со скрипочкой, теперь на большой сцене! 😊Прекрасная Каролина, спасибо за радость за музыку!❤❤❤

Everything is so beautiful and brilliant about her. Her talent, her energy, her grace, her music her angelical and beautiful face and of course her elegance for such a young artist with such an outstanding talent!

as always, Karolina plays from her heart and soul. She is such a blessing to us all. Love ya, young Lady. And your family also.

Merci au génial conducteur, aux musiciennes et musiciens de servir d'écrin à l'incommensurable talent de cette jeune artiste. Sans heurts, tout en harmonie, elle nous fait passer par tous les sentiments de l'âme. Non seulement elle interprête, mais par son style qui lui est propre, elle crée et fédère. Moi, je suis de l'autre côté de la planète, et pourtant il me semble être avec vous à LA. Merci à tous.🎉🎉🎉.

Extremely amazing, professional and absolutely unique presentation! It's unbelievably incredible, how you played the whole concert with around 60 musicians without of using any notes. YOU are really USING your wonderful talents continuously since more than 9 years, resulting in this extremely amazing success! I'm sure that this excellent performance will open you the door to international live concerts! Nobody deserves this more than you! CONGRATULATION and the very best wishes, your 'Cocker Spaniel' from Germany. ❤👍😉🙋‍♀️

No pressure. Held her nerves. Beautiful. Talent beyond her years. Wow. Some talent.. no music in front of her . All by memory. Wish the world would stop fighting and sit down , smoke a big one and pay attention to that talent.

Karolina, I watched this performance a few times as I normally do before commenting... First, I congratulate you on your first major concert with an accomplished orchestra (first of many)... Second, thank you for sharing this momentous moment with the world... Third, BRAVO!!!... what I think gets lost in the minds of many is that you just turned 15 years old... And what I also believe is missed by most is you are your own greatest critic... how do I know this? because watching you over the last few years I see an artist that is never satisfied with your previous performance... this in my humble opinion is one of the many traits that put you in the category of the greats... watching this performance I see a young lady that is so much more mature than her age... and yet I also see a fifteen-year-old that is having the time of her life...