Respighi studied orchestration with one of the best; Nikolai Rimsky Korsakoff and as you can hear, he learned it very well and I'm not the only one who feels Respighi's orchestrations are the cream of the crop---some of the best orchestrations of the early-mid 20th century.
Wow, well that explains it Haha Something about Respighi's music is very unique. I love Gustav Holst for mysterious atmosphere, Ralph Vaughan Williams for somber tones, Arthur Bliss for majesty, but Respighi's pieces really seem to have this....rejuvenating effect. i know nothing about music theory so I cant explain it
I just had the most amazing moments of my 60 years on this planet! YEARS ago, I fell in love deeply with this piece of majesty, but for some reason it hasn't come to mind in a LONG while. Today, while browsing other titles, I happened upon this masterpiece once again. For 27 minutes, I had tears of joy streaming down my cheeks!!!!!! This joyously enriched my day! THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR AIRING THIS!!!
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On 08 October 1926, the Respighi composed the work, stained glass windows of the Church. Respighi's inspiration was to create music referring to 4 different Vitro * * stained glasses - (4) church windows, with a religious historical series. Rich, gorgeous and truly inspired work, worthy of the great composer of the 20th century. First presentation of the work, in 1927. Work in 4 movements and symphonic orchestra. This is probably the best recording on youtube.
This must be a studio broadcast, not a commercially-released CD. It's a pity they didn't record it commercially, as it's one of the best performances of the work I've ever heard!
I never thought in the 40 years I have adored this work, that I would ever hear a recording that came anywhere near Ormandy/Philadelphia, but here it is. Just blazingly intense, romantic, perfect tempi and perfect clarity of detail. Simply marvellous
I have the recorded version by Geoffrey Simon and the Philharmonia Orchestra. Whilst this is an excellent recording- there is far more detail to be heard on that recording. I love it when you can even hear the musicians turning their pages! I was introduced to this piece by my younger brother, who tragically died very suddenly 2 years ago. For that reason, I will listen to this now with deep sadness but the beauty of the music will still enchant me. Thank you so much for posting.
WOW! I have had 58 years on this planet myself and I have never heard this piece! What other wonders are there in cyber land that I have not heard? What a time to be alive!
Une œuvre monumentale quasiment pas jouée en concert en France et c'est fort dommage car elle est d'une puissance évocatrice remarquable. Un grand spectacle sonore comme le savait si bien décrire ce grand symphoniste. De plus, une interprétation des plus réussie pour couronner le tout ! Un grand merci à George Bost.
I was at one of the “Cathedrals” show, Michael! You guys played all 3 songs. It. Was. AMAZING!!!! Never had seen people come to SIT down just to see watch the half time show. And it blew us away! The 3 pieces were beautiful & powerful together! Best halftime show I’ve ever seen.
Man, he HAD IT ALL up until the final page, which he decided to blow through with no regard for the composer's indications to SLOW THE HELL DOWN! Too bad, since the sound of the orchestra (brass, organ, tam-tams, etc) is massive....astoundingly powerful and impressive.
Do I hear echoes of Scheherazade in those clarinet and flute passages in the beginning? (Thinking of the rapid ascending-descending scales in the Prince and the Young Princess)
When compiling lists of the great 20th composers, why is Respighi so often ignored in favor of the dodecaphony of Berg and Webern? Just another of life's great unanswered questions...or is it?
Not unanswered. Berg and Werbern were revolutionaries in the way that Respighi was not so automatically they would be hailed whether or not their music was worthwhile or listenable. It's the same story in art and architecture. However it's really irrelevant as Respighi will always have a far greater following and his genius for orchestration can never be disputed.
@@paullewis2413 Hi Paul. I'm a graduate of the Royal College of Music, and believe me I've heard the arguments regarding Berg and Webern. I wrote a paper in a musicology class stating that these composers could have let a cat dance upon the keyboard and produced better music than they. In a private meeting with my professor he had admitted they and their colleagues were an embarrassment to music.Their "revolution" has added nothing to musicology. He recalled a sold out concert in Berlin where a piece by Webern was featured. Thankfully it ended to silence from the audience and then the boo's started. Years ago there would have been polite applause by those who wish to show off their "sophistication". Today, almost every musicologist I've encountered admits that these "kings" were wearing no clothing.
Respighi is, IMHO, the Italian Ravel. Master orchestrators who gave the world a wonderful gift of beautiful, breath-taking music that truly captures the majesty of God's creations (Ravel's "Noctuelles", Respighi's "Birds" especially). Alban Berg has his moments, but they are buried in too much bombast. Nobody should go through life without hearing the music of Respighi!!!!!
@@donaldbarrett4454 Thanks for your interesting reply to my comments. Regarding the R.C.M. I regularly attend one of their Summer symphony concerts and am always absolutely amazed at the high standard of playing. In fact not long ago I told one of the musicians that their playing on that occasion was as fine as a leading professional orchestra and I meant that in all sincerity.
I really like this recording but growing familiarity with the score has led me to be all too aware of some rather exposed wrong notes (clarinet melody at the very start for example, and the otherwise beautiful "offstage" trumpet solo in the second movement!). Not anything so out of place to confuse a first time listener.
This is most likely a live recording so it's not unusual to hear some imperfect notes. Such occurrences have no bearing on whether a performance overall is good or not.
S. Gregorio Magno is the most popular movement but IMO its the weakest. I think if Respighi had omitted the organ it would be much better though still the poor relation. As usual with this composer the orchestration is marvellous!
He was a favorite of Benito Mussolini's and the Italian fascists. His Pines of Rome even harkens back to an ancient Roman guard marching into Rome on the Appian Way; Benito loved it. He was a member and supporter of the Italian fascists. There are many better composers out there. To me, his music is too pompous, too loud and brash; sort of a cut rate Richard Strauss. This sounds like film music, not stained glass windows. Sorry.
Hmmm, you're obviously intitled to your opinion. I couldn't agree less; don't feel I need to explain the obvious. Your attempt to brand him fascist? Well I support the opposite....as the below article states, "an unfortunate coincidence than historical justice." www.chicagomaroon.com/2005/01/25/pining-for-rome-ottorino-respighi-mussolini-and-the-doctrine-of-fascism/ And this... www.musicweb-international.com/respighi/resplace.htm "The truth is that the shy and retiring Respighi was not interested in politics; he much preferred to be left alone to get on with his music." Sure that cow-coward Mussolini would abuse.
Ottorino Respighi never joined the fascist party even though he never opposed the regime and never refused the advantages it offered him, but here in Italy there is no direct participation in party activities. Respighi dealt only with music as a composer, conductor, piano soloist and musicologist (he contributed to the rediscovery of medieval and Renaissance Italian music), and was recognized by the regime that used it for propaganda purposes. Whether he composed good or bad music is another thing but he did not compose music celebrating Mussolini
Besides Maurice Ravel, there is nobody better. His virtuosity and inventiveness with keyboard instruments shames the piano-plunking 90's women like Tori Amos, Sarah McLachlan and Fiona Apple who made keyboards boring.
Mr. Moore, you are confusing Respighi's excellent music with bad politics. Respighi was not a Fascist and had nothing to do with Fascism. So what if Benito liked his music. That has nothing to do with the fine quality of the music, only the good taste of the dictator over which the composer had no control. I'm sorry you dislike Respighi's music and for that dislike I pity you, as I pity all who cannot hear and appreciate such superb music.
@@hdgreaves6394 Benito also loved spaghetti ragu, but I refuse to boycott it. Hitler liked Bruckner 7, but I don't hear Adolf in the Seventh's Adagio. It is a sad indictment of the modern day that the fascists of Brazil and USA have not only exhibited no shred of decency about them but not even a saving grace in musical appreciation. Unless you count YMCA at the Trump Nuremberg Rallies !!!!
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Respighi studied orchestration with one of the best; Nikolai Rimsky Korsakoff and as you can hear, he learned it very well and I'm not the only one who feels Respighi's orchestrations are the cream of the crop---some of the best orchestrations of the early-mid 20th century.
Wow, well that explains it Haha
Something about Respighi's music is very unique. I love Gustav Holst for mysterious atmosphere, Ralph Vaughan Williams for somber tones, Arthur Bliss for majesty, but Respighi's pieces really seem to have this....rejuvenating effect. i know nothing about music theory so I cant explain it
Indeed, passages here sound inspired by Rimsky-Korsakov's 'Sheherezde' and 'Antar'.
You can arguably hear Debussy's influence here too, as well as Saint-Saëns'.
I just had the most amazing moments of my 60 years on this planet! YEARS ago, I fell in love deeply with this piece of majesty, but for some reason it hasn't come to mind in a LONG while. Today, while browsing other titles, I happened upon this masterpiece once again. For 27 minutes, I had tears of joy streaming down my cheeks!!!!!! This joyously enriched my day!
THANK YOU SO MUCH FOR AIRING THIS!!!
How wonderful! I'm happy for you. It is new to me, and I'm enjoying it immensely.
i dont mean to be off topic but does someone know a way to get back into an Instagram account?
I somehow forgot the password. I appreciate any tips you can give me.
Heavenly music! Listened while translating my Georgian Bible, does not get more powerful than that!
Indeed, thanks!
Ottorino Respighi è, semplicemente, un genio della Musica.....
Come pochi......
I feel like this piece is severely underrated
Very!
I love this, I feel life, struggle, joy, motion, time, loneliness, connectedness, hope...
On 08 October 1926, the Respighi composed the work, stained glass windows of the Church.
Respighi's inspiration was to create music referring to 4 different Vitro * * stained glasses - (4) church windows, with a religious historical series.
Rich, gorgeous and truly inspired work, worthy of the great composer of the 20th century.
First presentation of the work, in 1927.
Work in 4 movements and symphonic orchestra.
This is probably the best recording on youtube.
This must be a studio broadcast, not a commercially-released CD. It's a pity they didn't record it commercially, as it's one of the best performances of the work I've ever heard!
I thought so too! Thanks for your expert comment. Listen to the rest of Respighi's compositions in my channel!
I never thought in the 40 years I have adored this work, that I would ever hear a recording that came anywhere near Ormandy/Philadelphia, but here it is. Just blazingly intense, romantic, perfect tempi and perfect clarity of detail. Simply marvellous
I have the recorded version by Geoffrey Simon and the Philharmonia Orchestra. Whilst this is an excellent recording- there is far more detail to be heard on that recording. I love it when you can even hear the musicians turning their pages! I was introduced to this piece by my younger brother, who tragically died very suddenly 2 years ago. For that reason, I will listen to this now with deep sadness but the beauty of the music will still enchant me. Thank you so much for posting.
WOW! I have had 58 years on this planet myself and I have never heard this piece! What other wonders are there in cyber land that I have not heard? What a time to be alive!
Une œuvre monumentale quasiment pas jouée en concert en France et c'est fort dommage car elle est d'une puissance évocatrice remarquable. Un grand spectacle sonore comme le savait si bien décrire ce grand symphoniste. De plus, une interprétation des plus réussie pour couronner le tout !
Un grand merci à George Bost.
So beautiful! So precious! Big thanks for introducing me to this wonderful masterpiece.
I was a percussionist for this piece in St. Mathews Cathedral, DC, 1981.. Dr. Ricks from Catholic University Conductor -
Powerful piece.
Thanks for the feedback! A majestic composition, everliving one!
This piece is so amazingly beautiful. My band is using it for our marching show this year.
Same here my guy. Everyone loves this part of the show. Low parts get melody, and high parts get half melody.
I was at one of the “Cathedrals” show, Michael! You guys played all 3 songs. It. Was. AMAZING!!!! Never had seen people come to SIT down just to see watch the half time show. And it blew us away! The 3 pieces were beautiful & powerful together!
Best halftime show I’ve ever seen.
This work ant the Pines of Rome are awesome live Support you local orchestra,!
Wonderful work of a quite neglected composer. Touching.
I agree. Much too neglected. "Pines of Rome" is one of my favorite orchestral compositions.
Man, he HAD IT ALL up until the final page, which he decided to blow through with no regard for the composer's indications to SLOW THE HELL DOWN! Too bad, since the sound of the orchestra (brass, organ, tam-tams, etc) is massive....astoundingly powerful and impressive.
Do I hear echoes of Scheherazade in those clarinet and flute passages in the beginning? (Thinking of the rapid ascending-descending scales in the Prince and the Young Princess)
The last minute of this piece was used by Emerson, Lake & Palmer as their live concert outro.
Do you mean the last minute of the 4th movement? Thnx
@@TRUTHorSTFU Thats it !!
what a journey! Loved it.
Beautiful music !!
This music is captivating and intriguing and exhilarating
beautiful !
Beautiful - TY
Fascinating !
This beautiful music must be call to God who continues remaining silent(🎑
Yesssss @ -20:58! Glorious!
N Jakonbik -- Sensational!!
Powerful.
So good
If you like this, try Respighi's brief opera, Maria Egiziaca.
When compiling lists of the great 20th composers, why is Respighi so often ignored in favor of the dodecaphony of Berg and Webern? Just another of life's great unanswered questions...or is it?
Not unanswered. Berg and Werbern were revolutionaries in the way that Respighi was not so automatically they would be hailed whether or not their music was worthwhile or listenable. It's the same story in art and architecture. However it's really irrelevant as Respighi will always have a far greater following and his genius for orchestration can never be disputed.
@@paullewis2413 Hi Paul. I'm a graduate of the Royal College of Music, and believe me I've heard the arguments regarding Berg and Webern. I wrote a paper in a musicology class stating that these composers could have let a cat dance upon the keyboard and produced better music than they. In a private meeting with my professor he had admitted they and their colleagues were an embarrassment to music.Their "revolution" has added nothing to musicology. He recalled a sold out concert in Berlin where a piece by Webern was featured. Thankfully it ended to silence from the audience and then the boo's started. Years ago there would have been polite applause by those who wish to show off their "sophistication". Today, almost every musicologist I've encountered admits that these "kings" were wearing no clothing.
Donald Barrett Wow, the Royal College of Music is STILL that against the music of Webern and Berg? That’s quite a shame honestly.
Respighi is, IMHO, the Italian Ravel. Master orchestrators who gave the world a wonderful gift of beautiful, breath-taking music that truly captures the majesty of God's creations (Ravel's "Noctuelles", Respighi's "Birds" especially). Alban Berg has his moments, but they are buried in too much bombast. Nobody should go through life without hearing the music of Respighi!!!!!
@@donaldbarrett4454 Thanks for your interesting reply to my comments. Regarding the R.C.M. I regularly attend one of their Summer symphony concerts and am always absolutely amazed at the high standard of playing. In fact not long ago I told one of the musicians that their playing on that occasion was as fine as a leading professional orchestra and I meant that in all sincerity.
masterpiece
There is a version for piano solo too.
Where did you find this recording? It is the most beautiful, most powerful and salient version I've heard.
WHY is this performance not available ??
I really like this recording but growing familiarity with the score has led me to be all too aware of some rather exposed wrong notes (clarinet melody at the very start for example, and the otherwise beautiful "offstage" trumpet solo in the second movement!). Not anything so out of place to confuse a first time listener.
This is most likely a live recording so it's not unusual to hear some imperfect notes. Such occurrences have no bearing on whether a performance overall is good or not.
Performers?
S. Gregorio Magno is the most popular movement but IMO its the weakest. I think if Respighi had omitted the organ it would be much better though still the poor relation. As usual with this composer the orchestration is marvellous!
This song is based on revelation 12:7-9:
He was a favorite of Benito Mussolini's and the Italian fascists. His Pines of Rome even harkens back to an ancient Roman guard marching into Rome on the Appian Way; Benito loved it. He was a member and supporter of the Italian fascists. There are many better composers out there. To me, his music is too pompous, too loud and brash; sort of a cut rate Richard Strauss. This sounds like film music, not stained glass windows. Sorry.
Hmmm, you're obviously intitled to your opinion. I couldn't agree less; don't feel I need to explain the obvious.
Your attempt to brand him fascist? Well I support the opposite....as the below article states, "an unfortunate coincidence than historical justice."
www.chicagomaroon.com/2005/01/25/pining-for-rome-ottorino-respighi-mussolini-and-the-doctrine-of-fascism/
And this...
www.musicweb-international.com/respighi/resplace.htm
"The truth is that the shy and retiring Respighi was not interested in politics; he much preferred to be left alone to get on with his music."
Sure that cow-coward Mussolini would abuse.
Ottorino Respighi never joined the fascist party even though he never opposed the regime and never refused the advantages it offered him, but here in Italy there is no direct participation in party activities. Respighi dealt only with music as a composer, conductor, piano soloist and musicologist (he contributed to the rediscovery of medieval and Renaissance Italian music), and was recognized by the regime that used it for propaganda purposes.
Whether he composed good or bad music is another thing but
he did not compose music celebrating Mussolini
Besides Maurice Ravel, there is nobody better. His virtuosity and inventiveness with keyboard instruments shames the piano-plunking 90's women like Tori Amos, Sarah McLachlan and Fiona Apple who made keyboards boring.
Mr. Moore, you are confusing Respighi's excellent music with bad politics. Respighi was not a Fascist and had nothing to do with Fascism. So what if Benito liked his music. That has nothing to do with the fine quality of the music, only the good taste of the dictator over which the composer had no control. I'm sorry you dislike Respighi's music and for that dislike I pity you, as I pity all who cannot hear and appreciate such superb music.
@@hdgreaves6394 Benito also loved spaghetti ragu, but I refuse to boycott it.
Hitler liked Bruckner 7, but I don't hear Adolf in the Seventh's Adagio.
It is a sad indictment of the modern day that the fascists of Brazil and USA have not only exhibited no shred of decency about them but not even a saving grace in musical appreciation.
Unless you count YMCA at the Trump Nuremberg Rallies !!!!