He would end his shows by saying: I would like to thank my parents for making this possible and my kids for making this necessary".

@lenitaa7938

4 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣

@alfredroisanmiguel6867

4 жыл бұрын

Lmao 😂😂😂

@vardhanshah2810

3 жыл бұрын

🤣🤣

@ericoliver1603

3 жыл бұрын

Lmao 😂😂😂

@antspiano1378

3 жыл бұрын

Lmao 😂😂😂

"I run the lights" "That's against the law" So funny.

@Davidweyn

3 жыл бұрын

It translated wrongly... Shame.

@arturscircenis2820

2 жыл бұрын

@@Davidweyn I think it's translated pretty nicely, unless you are refering to subtitles, then I would have no idea.

@toiletjoseph4167

2 жыл бұрын

@@Davidweyn incorrectly*

@PentameronSV

2 жыл бұрын

@@cam4001 'Run the lights' also means to run past red traffic lights.

@brrrrrr

Жыл бұрын

@@Davidweyn there was no translation. also you should've "it's" not "it".

If it wasn't for KZread, I doubt we'd ever get to see this gentleman's brilliant performances. So thank you KZread.

@MarCuseus

3 жыл бұрын

and thanks to Johanna for uploading this 14 years ago :)

@EuphoriaInBloom

2 жыл бұрын

I think there was a guy on KZread who found some recordings of Victor Borge on a VHS tape he bought from a thrift shop. I realized this was the same guy after seeing this video

@umairrizvi

2 жыл бұрын

And yet they’re grilling poor zuckerberg

@mugwump7049

2 жыл бұрын

Yup. Never heard of this guy before.

@dreamer8448

Жыл бұрын

Forever online 😍 I wanted to watch that for a long time. Now I found it

"the difference about my father when he's on stage and when he's at home was the lighting". Ronald Borge.

@tubeyou89119

3 жыл бұрын

That's wonderfully sweet.

@cgallagher5023

3 жыл бұрын

!!

@jrkennedy4891

2 жыл бұрын

Awwww

@and__lam1152

2 жыл бұрын

Sounds exhausting, constantly performing. Hopefully he was able to be present for himself

@TheGyroBarqusShow

Ай бұрын

​@@and__lam1152looks like the guy enjoyed it

I wish I could've seen this guy live.

@_fesh

3 жыл бұрын

damn didn't think i'd find you of all people here lol

@staunchy6525

3 жыл бұрын

Woah!

@Stroggdorr

3 жыл бұрын

Samesies

@ellenbacklin

3 жыл бұрын

I saw him once in iowa city I think

@bomllerandersen346

3 жыл бұрын

I’m Danish. I Saw him in Tivoli Concert Hall, when I was a kiddo. Remember somehow, he had the whole concert hall humming in stead of singing along.

When the lady cackles and Victor says "Pardon me Madam; are you laying eggs", I thought I would never recover from laughter. He was PURE GENIOUS in every sense of the words!!!!!!

@tacituskilgore6014

2 жыл бұрын

Timestamp?

@ilyakonovalov3623

2 жыл бұрын

@@tacituskilgore6014 2:20

@J.R.jr-pc7bo

2 жыл бұрын

I almost spit out my coffee on that one 🤣

@msmoonbeam91

2 жыл бұрын

I've been looking for this one, I remember seeing it when I was little.

@lunabear9871

2 жыл бұрын

What does that mean I don't understand the joke over here

The page turner is Ronald Borge, his oldest son.

@thephantom1946

9 жыл бұрын

You're very welcome.

@mustafat9156

5 жыл бұрын

Thanks

@ShawnaGraham50

5 жыл бұрын

So cool!

@MrAMYJACK

4 жыл бұрын

Things matter and Victor Did.

@classicalhero7

4 жыл бұрын

I'm pretty sure he can read music. It's blatantly obvious when to turn. Also with Victor being a professional player, he would easily be memorialise the pieces.

I call the lights. What do you call the lights? You don't know? I do. Bulbs. Comedy gold!

@NitrousDragon

5 жыл бұрын

What happens when the lights don't come when you call them? I don't know. I do, Long Time No See. Also: I run the lights. You run the lights? I run the lights. That's against the law. 😂 😂 😂 😂 😂 Absolutely brilliant.

@amanekabbaj

4 жыл бұрын

NitrousDragon i didn’t quite understand that last one. Why’s it illegal?

@NitrousDragon

4 жыл бұрын

@@amanekabbaj it's in reference to driving a car... It's illegal if you "run a light" (don't stop when the light is red 🚥) while driving.

@amanekabbaj

4 жыл бұрын

NitrousDragon oh right thanks

@barryxing4598

4 жыл бұрын

Oh i thought he was referring you can’t run faster than light so it is not complying with the law of physics

The page turner is Victor's son Ronald in a real life. Victor Borge (real name Borge Rosenbaum) is one of a kind, a true genius. I was fortunate to play concerts with him, as a member of the orchestra. Thank you Victor for all great moments you gave to millions of people. Rest in Peace.

@45944

2 жыл бұрын

Can't believe I am the 1st person to reply u after 14yrs

@canny_linguist

2 жыл бұрын

Aww I love that detail keep it in the family

@rd-xi7zn

2 жыл бұрын

would you know what piece this is by any chance?? I've been looking all over for it

@kumansky

2 жыл бұрын

@@rd-xi7zn lieberstraum by Liszt, he announced it, as he said fliszt 😂 F.Liszt is fliszt. You don’t say M.Ozart, do you? 😂

@rd-xi7zn

2 жыл бұрын

@@kumansky he actually said it??😅 i never noticed, I'll check again lol thank you very much for your reply!

negi-negi is from the first part of the show when he explains how to say onion breath in japanese. hope this helps

@paulh569

4 жыл бұрын

Negi is onion in Japanese. Two negis, two onions.

@biffle35

4 жыл бұрын

The exact reason I came to the comments. Thank you.

@williamperry16

3 жыл бұрын

@@paulh569 such an easy language...😁

@zhuzzir

2 жыл бұрын

Owh thanks, been looking around the comments for whats that mean 😁

@terminatedprotocolofficial

2 жыл бұрын

Oh thank you

My brother was a piano tuner and he tuned the pianos for all the famous concert pianists that came to Grand Rapids,Michigan and my brother met Victor Borge on one of his concerts and about 8 years later he came again to Grand Rapids and after meeting thousands of people worldwide he saw my brother fine tuning the piano and he said,Hello again George,how are you!? My brother was so surprised that he could still remember my brother by his first name.

@MsSusanmary

9 жыл бұрын

that Roger - is true class ....

@MsSusanmary

9 жыл бұрын

I LAUGH EVERY TIME I see this one !!!

@MsSusanmary

8 жыл бұрын

and it STILL is class personified .....

@organbuilder272

8 жыл бұрын

+Suzy Tresco You know what is so tragic. This man came to the US to lay music. When he learned that a comedian could earn more money making people laugh than a concert pianist could making people think he swore the he would never again play classic music for anything but a joke. - And, he didn't. How tragic such talent should have gone to waste. And what a brilliant man he was.

@MsSusanmary

8 жыл бұрын

robert shaw ;-) I am NOT a classical music fan generally speaking AT ALL ... sorta kinda !!!! BUT Mr Borga introduced classical to at least 5 women i can still name today (30yrs post seeing him live) - so I reckon he was incredible and YES it is a shame he could NEVER EVER have made as much money staying with classical only --- but laughing and classical is the BEST MEDICINE for us all !! God bless Victor Borga - and someone pls take up where he left us ?!?!?

Wow I’m entertained and amused by something I’d never thought would interest me. Enjoyed this

@keannix

2 жыл бұрын

I'm gonna reply for no reason

@sylentis

2 жыл бұрын

hi

@elfriskygaming156

2 жыл бұрын

That algorithm though

@0fficialcheeto

2 жыл бұрын

Me too

@xXxMOLTARxXx

2 жыл бұрын

Comedy?

Victor Borge was a true genius. You have to be absolutely 100% master of your instrument or activity to do it deliberately badly and be so funny.

humour without vulgarity. and very funny . class act .

@JazzKeyboardist1

7 жыл бұрын

is that jazz and not rap? top that

@christiancazabonne

6 жыл бұрын

Yeah it's a fucking very good humour without any fucking vulgarity!

@jovetj

5 жыл бұрын

Oh, there are some dirty mind jokes in there. His "three pedals" joke is legendary.

@stepaushi

5 жыл бұрын

It's actually vulgar at times.

@agfagaevart

5 жыл бұрын

Only Heineken can do this...

My grandparents had this on VHS. I remember watching this as a kid and laughing hysterically with them. Oh, the wonderful days of being a kid at my grandparents’ house.

@ellenbacklin

3 жыл бұрын

I've seen him live thank God. Just his face cracks me up

@laurab5750

3 жыл бұрын

The beauty of it is that it's still funny today.

@lsingstock1646

2 жыл бұрын

It was my mom and I. Thank God for her introducing me to brilliant humor.

@ptocknell

2 жыл бұрын

Same memories David!!

@DanielDugovic

2 жыл бұрын

Perhaps someday the world can see the entire performance in VHS quality.

That was his son….and manager!

@gmy33

6 жыл бұрын

thanks .... no wonder he was such a "clean" helper .. that was amazing stuff

@davidmg1925

5 жыл бұрын

it had to be set up one way or another.

@marioalejandro7549

5 жыл бұрын

No way!!! That's cool!!! He's the best!

@arrowb3408

5 жыл бұрын

Hahaha... really? But you are right the whole facial features are alike and honestly his son was pretty quite handsome than the other average boys at that time and this day... I love this funny musical concert playing joke. It also makes my day.......STF......

@billmccomb4629

5 жыл бұрын

His son who went by the name VB, or VeeBee. He and his dad, Mr Borge, created the bit and continued to fine-tune it over the years. I do want to correct one thing you said though. VeeBee was Borge's STAGE Manager (as was I for a year after VB stopped). As Stage Manager you are there for every performance in fact "calling the light"ing cues, making sure everything is set-up and run correctly, and assisting the star in any number of ways. It's a grueling job, as Borge would often play a different city five or six nights a week for months at a time. If the airlines had had frequent flyer programs back during my days with Borge, I'd be flying for free still today 2019!

No one is safe from Victor Borge's sarcasm. Not even his own kids. 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂🤣

Also, the straight guy needs to be acknowledged as well. He never took any jokes away from Victor. Making it even funnier!

@georgealderson4424

3 жыл бұрын

He was Mr Borge's son

"that's against the law" I love him😂😂😂💕💕

@johanbrand8601

4 жыл бұрын

Pure gold ! 😂🙌👏

@amiqai

4 жыл бұрын

wait, that's illegal

@ericmoorev4741

3 жыл бұрын

How are you doing today my name is Eric moore

Thus ladies and gentlemen, do not underestimate the immense value of a good page turner! LMAO!

@classicaldeb

3 жыл бұрын

Amen!

He was a true paino legend. The story goes that they had to rush him to the airport in the WWII days when, at a concert, he said, "The Germans aren't so bad - they're just asking if anyone's seen their dog; he's this (making a mock 'heil htler' salute) tall!" What a great gent...

@tewizard197

Жыл бұрын

First reply in fifteen years... Lucky me

@fletrincorrens749

Жыл бұрын

If he told this now he d be canceled instantly

@rickeydart3040

Жыл бұрын

@@fletrincorrens749 For what? Making fun of Nazis?

@wagnermh1202

10 ай бұрын

@@rickeydart3040 yep

And like that, my depression is gone.

@user-td4do3op2d

8 жыл бұрын

Then you never had real depression.

@dyad2r1

8 жыл бұрын

+Peter Hanson ....Funny Jew!

@JLFAN2009

8 жыл бұрын

+dyad2r1 He wasn't Jewish, since his mother wasn't. His father was -- but that didn't matter, according to the rules. So the only way Borge could have been Jewish would have been for him to convert to Judaism.

@BlackLegion12621

7 жыл бұрын

123456789 987654321 When I posted that comment ages ago, I was making a joke. However, since then I actually have suffered real depression for the first time. This video didn't cure it, but it helped a lot. So my comment stands either way.

@alienduce6755

6 жыл бұрын

Peter Hanson so glad to read that. I know what is to going through a hard time and the struggles that comes with that, and I know that people joke with depression, but knowing too that when the real pain comes, it's true that small things like this helps a lot, and also that a simple smile is the the first step. Congrats, man.

I don’t care how long ago a video’s been posted - if it’s Victor Borge I’m going to watch and comment my adoration for this brilliant human. 💟

Someone who loved music and tried to make others love it too. And he knew that it is the best way to show it with humour. And he was really good in music and in comedy.

Pure humour. No politics, no biases, no sarcasm. True Humour.

@3vs547

5 жыл бұрын

No sex, no foul mouth.

@wholeNwon

5 жыл бұрын

And kind.

@incrediblepony

4 жыл бұрын

loads of sarcasm mate ;) just Danish non-snarky sarcasm :P

@GeodesicBruh

4 жыл бұрын

Sarcasm is not humour, confirmed by Rafael Vasco. This is nice and beautiful but offensive humour is fun too.

From the few shows I saw him on tv in the late 70s to the early 80s, reading about him and rediscovering these on KZread, I feel compelled to write my appreciation for his talent. A humorous, kind departed soul. Thank you for your years of laughter, enjoyment and entertainment.

The timid page turner is something of a hero of mine. I recall seeing a version of this as a child and in that particular skit I recall really seeing him nervous over turning pages. I realized at that moment that movement and timing can be just as funny as jokes. Being something of a homebrewed comic, I know the imagination can be more powerful than a laugh track. Probably my first inspiration into comedy. Thank you Timid Page Turner, wherever you are "calling the lights".

@tripwire3992

3 ай бұрын

Thats His son. And his manager XD

@tron3entertainment

3 ай бұрын

@@tripwire3992 - Wow, 4 years before getting a reply. I found out it was his son, but never knew he was the manager. Thanks for the info!

The like of which will will never see again. Brilliant pianist and funny, funny man.

@windsofmarchjourneyperrytr2823

5 жыл бұрын

try lord Vienhierto. Very similar.

@arianaajbeaverhausen8175

5 жыл бұрын

England's Bill Bailey is a great musician and comedian too but I agree with you Jennifer, it's rare to see such incredible talent.

I am in my 40's now and remember watching this with my grandma when I was 8 - 10 years old. Loved it.

It's a callback to an earlier joke, wherein Borge says "Negi! Negi!" to ward-off over-eager Japanese picture-takers by claiming to have bad breath ("Onion! Onion!" in Japanese, supposedly).

@mahbubsaite3079

2 жыл бұрын

I thought this was performed in India, and Victor said nehi-nehi 🤣

@katecham627

2 жыл бұрын

@@mahbubsaite3079 😆

Just found him.. and I miss him already.. he's pure gold..

Pardon me ma'am, are you laying eggs? xD ahahah

@Metalpazallteway

5 жыл бұрын

@@RobespierreThePoof Even better!! Lol... An eggplant!

@AOMartialArts

5 жыл бұрын

ROASTED!

@rhythmfield

3 жыл бұрын

Borge lived on a chicken farm I believe

@aspekt8130

2 жыл бұрын

😂

Physical comedy that still makes me howl with laughter. The bowing head thing when trying to get the page turned is just so good.

What Very few people know, is that, THAT was actually his son in real life, who was the page turner. I happen to have a book Victor Borge wrote where he tells about this. Hillarious!! I had this on Video, so it's a Real pleasure to be able to watch on KZread, Thanks Johal91a

He came to El Camino College in Torrance, CA, in May 1984, to perform. I had a front-row seat. At one point I made the mistake of laughing at the wrong time--and got his attention immediately. He turned to face me and asked, "Vhat and vhere did you eat?" 😂

@AZmom60

5 жыл бұрын

That's funny. My girls went to ElCo.

@raquijada74

4 жыл бұрын

I went to ecc 👍👍😲

@DrKaii

3 жыл бұрын

Jealous

@Ronaldocr77777xx

2 жыл бұрын

Prove that you saw him (online challenge) dont ruin the fun

@dougmontgomery1868

2 жыл бұрын

@@Ronaldocr77777xx The college box-office archives might show that; Spring 1984, Marsee Auditorium, El Camino College, Torrance, CA 90506

60 years later he is still great

@FoggedTears

7 жыл бұрын

He's dead.

@Ronaldocr77777xx

2 жыл бұрын

4 years later i reply to your comment

@formal.caiden5399

Жыл бұрын

@@Ronaldocr77777xx 1 year later i reply to yours

@DrakDoesClips69

8 ай бұрын

@@formal.caiden5399 7 months later, I do.

@YongaBello

4 ай бұрын

​@@DrakDoesClips694 month later, I do

What a Showman! Seriously, just imagine what goes on in Victor Borge's mind everytime he plays the piano, you would explode from the pure wit he has.

As a young person whose television watching was limited by the educational requirements of my parents, i watched public tv channels. Victor always made me laugh😊 Fond memories ❤

Victor shows that the best comedy is done without the use of fowl language or crude humor. His comedy is one-of-a-kind and it's a shame this man has died. He reminds me so much of my grandfather to where I feel like every time I watch this, I can't help but smile.

So thankful that I saw Victor Borge years ago when I was a kid. He was a great musician and was totally hilarious.

He was involved in a show I did as a college student, and was loved by us all. An amazing talent that never will stop.

Every few years of my life I'll come back to do a rabbit hole dive of victor borge's videos and forget all about them until eventually returning. Thanks youtube. :)

THIS IS SO GOLD! EVEN IN 2019!

@cero9988

2 жыл бұрын

2022*

I had a honor that work with him at the royal performane 95 ! What a gentleman and wonderful performance.

Thank you for sharing the incomparable talent of Victor Borge on YOU TUBE. Not only does it afford many of us to relive seeing his hilarious comedy on tv, it introduces him to newer generations who never had that opportunity. He was one of a kind and is sorely missed by his many fans. Thanks for all the happiness you brought to us, Victor!

@CandraNugroho1

6 ай бұрын

First reply after 14 years

I used to watch both acts on VHS with my Nanny (grandmother) and now I share them with my kids... the #nostalgia is reaaalll

Pure comic genius, coupled with being a brilliant pianist and musician. RIP Victor - but thanks to KZread, we are able to enjoy your unrivalled musical talent, humour, and showmanship .............

"Pardon me, Madam. But are you laying eggs?" OH MY GOSH I LOST IT!! Almost wet myself!!!!! LLO

@ericmoorev4741

3 жыл бұрын

How are you doing today my name is Eric moore

@bigbazar5226

3 жыл бұрын

@@ericmoorev4741 lmaooo dude you're down bad this girl has been inactive for 8 years and ou try to start a conversation in the comments of a youtube video xD

@josephbadams1

3 жыл бұрын

@@bigbazar5226 Must be an aspiring necromancer.

@declangfan101

3 жыл бұрын

@@bigbazar5226 WEAAKK😅😅

@grim200

2 жыл бұрын

@@ericmoorev4741 BRUH YOU DOWN ASF AND YOUR COMMENTING FROM 11 YEARS. LMFAOOO

I play the piano, and this is just marvelous work.

@balintsamuelszilassi1795

2 жыл бұрын

which one is it?

I totally forgot about this guy. Incredible talent! Not only can play the hell out of the piano but funny as all hell. He could bring a room to tears with a look 👀

@anndavis2920

10 ай бұрын

Tysm Johanna

I've followed Borge for decades! He is great, he is a must.

The first time I'm seeing him. Saw him in one of those shorts and I chuckled but watching a whole act he had me laughing good. Definitely going to have to find more!

Genius. Never get bored watching him

Brings back memories. My dad and I howled at this skit.

@ericmoorev4741

3 жыл бұрын

How are you doing today my name is Eric moore

I’m 32 this is iconic😍 never been fan of classic music but this wow. A gentleman witch class. Makes it look so easy

This is my first time seeing this and I'm in tears🤣🤣🤣. Beautiful music, amazing performance.

There will never be another like him. Utterly unique.

Brilliant Pianist - Brilliant comedian...Borge was a genius....

Everytime, Magic! Humor notwithstanding, am so appreciative that he shared his gifts!

유머들을 다 알아들을순없지만 보는것만으로도 이렇게 웃을수있게 하시는게 정말 능력자이십니다. 영상으로나마 볼수있어서 정말 행복합니다. 감사합니다❤

Total legend. Master at his own art

Being a musician and having actually been a page turner for people, I don't think I have ever had it as rough as that poor man. Perfectly executed by both men. There was a little girl taking a nap, so it was all I could do to keep from busting out laughing. Thanks for posting!!!!!!

What an amazing man ! It was a beautiful piece of art that I've seen yet. Rip him ♥️

この動画を上げてくれた方に感謝します。ありがとうございます。

His real-life son was the 'assistant' as I recall.

I saw Borge (and son) do this in Launceston. I had almost forgotten just now funny it was, although I think we got a longer version. Pure genius.

Perfect timing and gestures. Irresistible

That is next level of connection between father and son!! All people should have a dad like that!!!

God bless Victor! God got a great musician and comedian. He is my fave to watch and I will miss his music and comedy.

He is wonderful. I remember there was a bunch of band members who did the same thing with band instruments pretending to be band students. There was even a bunch of professional singers who also did that kind of comedy about church choirs.

I miss those days & those comedians. Thanks for sharing!

What a truly wonderfully gifted man Victor was. Never to see his likes again .

love the D natural pretending the flat was blocked

I lost it at "what can I do for you?"

there are these very rare performers characters who find a unique niche in their humor, and exploit it so perfectly that they are almost impossible shoes to fill. Nobody will ever do it as well. Well this Borge is one of them. If anyone else tries to copy these running jokes or this premise for humor, they will never escape comparison. Best not to try and just let KZread give us this master whenever we need him.

A class act, who never passed up a chance to make someone squirm. The world needs more Victor Borges. Borgoi? Borgs? Borgii?

Greatness. I saw him in concert two months before he died, and he was just as funny as ever!

Hi all, I have some rare footage with Victor Borge - recorded in his native country Denmark. He partly speaks Danish, but I have applied English subtitles for those parts. This is the playlist (Enjoy!): kzread.info/head/PLCby7t-aPVUksdwJPSy7ov7-tHibgxC4h

@frustatedhooman9323

2 жыл бұрын

Wow thanks!

He was one of a kind and we watched him many times on TV as I grew up. He was a favorite of my dad's. True genius.

I swear this brilliant ding-a-ling reminds me of my favorite professor. Or as I often lovingly referred to him; my worst friend and best enemy.

What a genius he was!

Fliszt it is then.

@Askeys

7 жыл бұрын

What is the name of piece that Borge plays on 3:50?

@JazzKeyboardist1

7 жыл бұрын

Hi None of my students good play Fliszt.. Me neither.. How about you? HI

@johannsebastianbach3411

7 жыл бұрын

Well, do you say M. Ozart, or B. Ach??

@JazzKeyboardist1

7 жыл бұрын

Hi fake bach... how did Amadeus say Salieri? with a fart?.. I love that movie and am waiting for tcm to play it again.. most movies and shows have too many farts and f==k jokes but I love to play too many notes to eleven

@ellavoslinsky_flute

6 жыл бұрын

+Askeys I have the same question...

Victor Borge is a classic in every sense. I was privileged to see him in Vancouver many years back, and adored him ever since!

@ericmoorev4741

3 жыл бұрын

How are you doing today my name is Eric moore

This is completely brilliant, and bloody funny!.

Why am i only now discovering this genius?

@heidiWava

3 жыл бұрын

Me too... Thankfully. Reminds me of my younger bro who played as well. I've got his piano.., not quite his skill- but I got to dance to him playing, growing up... Mostly dancing "Flamenco" dance to Malageña...

How many asks, “what can I do for you?” That made me laugh so hard woke up my dog

Bringing humor into classical music, is good. It helps in keeping it fresh.

Absolutely brilliant. The guy was an absolute genius.

"Pardon me, Madam; Are you laying eggs?" That got me laughing so hard

What happens if the lights don't come when you call them?? You don't know? I do, Long time no see 😂😂😂😂😂😂😂😂

I lost it when he said about the lady in the audience and laying eggs 😂😂😂 a wonderful man and musician who'll never be forgotten

LOVE watching soooooo funny simple comedy. Fine pianist also.

“Pardon me ma’am are you laying eggs” XD

I saw him perform in the Manchester Odeon UK,in 1964 when I was 18 years old and an admiring fan! I still have the tickets!!

After a bad long day of work this makes it all go away

As i turned this video off, the piece by Lizst started playing on the radio :$

@jazztrumpet87

5 жыл бұрын

You mean Flizst?

Amazing! Isn't that his son? Simply genius!

This guy is absolutely fantastic! Even after 15 years it’s so hilarious. This is the first comedian that actually made me laugh.

First time I saw this. And I am glad to have seen it.

I am stunned ! I never heard of him until i saw him on tv just now and looked him up! Is it safe to say the Charlie Chaplin of Classical music? Wish i knew of him years ago. Poetry in motion !