Karolina Protsenko has the gift of turning any song into something special with her violin. One of her most vigorous renditions is her cover of Chicago’s “Hard to Say I’m Sorry.” The silky tone from her violin sends this classic hit soaring, giving it a level of emotion that the original song, didn’t so much come with. With a unique voice, Karolina pours her heart into it, rendering it-relatable to every listener.
Karolina plays the violin along with the music, creating a beautiful harmony with the rhythm of the song, amplifying its emotion. Don’t be surprised if they become the future topics of discussion, as this cover ensures that they put their spin on an already-great song, making it their own rather than a familiar track that everyone already knows.
Hard To Say I’m Sorry – Chicago | Karolina Protsenko – Violin Cover
The warmth of Karolina’s playing draws you into the song’s story and makes you feel as if the song was being sung to you. As the violin flies off with the melody, it’s hard not to be swept up by the music. Karolina’s performance reminds us of the way music can speak directly to the heart, providing the listener with a more personal journey.
Transitioning from the emotional ballad “Hard to Say I’m Sorry,” Karolina brings her next performance — “Now We Are Free,” from Gladiator — to an entirely different level. This work is epic and richly cinematic, and Karolina’s playing of the violin injects new vitality into it. The changes in the feel of the soft rock ballad into the sweeping, epic sounds of “Now We Are Free” show Karolina’s virtuosity as a violinist.
Now We Are Free – Gladiator | Karolina Protsenko – Violin Cover
In “Now We Are Free,” Karolina digs into an intense and dramatic theme, capturing the freedom and liberation of the song. Her violin fills up the room with majesty, making every note feel massive. The song, which Hans Zimmer and Lisa Gerrard wrote for the Gladiator movie, carries, with Karolina’s gentle yet authoritative playing, new emotional weight.
With her ability to take whatever they throw at her and make it her own, Karolina Protsenko never fails to wow audiences. Karolina always plays with passion and emotion, whether it is a ballad or a sweeping cinematic piece. If you want to hear more of Karolina’s excellent violin covers to stay connected with her, follow her on social media. Her social media presence includes Instagram, Facebook, and TikTok, so check out her accounts!