Maxim Vengerov is, by far, my favorite violinist. This also happens to be one of my favorite compositions. Thank you very much for uploading this video!
@yamsters totally agree with you... he is an amazing player... his rendition of wieniawski's works is flawless... also kreisler, paganini, sarasate and well every violin virtuoso composer... it makes me think why looking at his face... when it all takes is to close your eyes and listen...
this is a m a z i n g and unbelievable playing! he becomes the figure that the music describes and conveys it to its utmost possibility! a one of a kind artist!
It's so sad people today tend to pose as experts on matters they know nothing about and think, that making it SOUND like an expert will make it smart ;] On the other hand, it's comforting, that there are people, who can hear the real magic of music in performances of such talents as Vengerov.. Cheers to all Vengerov lovers ;) Oh, and the Abbado conducts this piece masterfully ^^
I keep trying to imagine what it must have been like to attend that concert - I don't think I've ever been so jealous of an audience in my life! If I become an emotional wreck just listening to a low definition recording of it, god knows what state I'd be in if I was listening to it live.
Amazing capability. Absolutely the best player in the modern era. I wish I could listen to his Tzigane live. His tones are extremely powerful but still pure and ringing..... I don't know why people are concerned about his movements...God damn it! the stronger notes generated from his violin is done via using bow-arms own weight and the big muscles while playing "free-er". If he doesn't move how can he achieve this kind of power?
i agree with you that they are treasures. and i strongly believe that the Golden age of Violin Playing has come and Gone. And thats The true Greats that came before the vengerovs and repins and the hahns and the bells etc can never be duplicated. perhaps one day in the future we will have another Golden age. And i agree, bocelli and mae are not like the greats in any way, but they do cater to a wide audience.
yes, Ferras Sibelius is something else, the tears he shed during the 2nd movement. its moments like that which are not easily forgotten. i understand where you are coming from now. im sorry if some of my comments have been aggressive. but while some stars shine brighter than others, each star in itself is individual and unique, that is all i would like to stress :D
This is a truly unique, sincere, wonderful interpretation. Purists will say that he does too much, moves too much, or maybe that he plays Vengerov instead of playing Tzigane by Ravel. But I say that he plays pure music, with pure and total implication. In my opinion, this man understands the very essence of the word "interpretation". Thanks for uploading!
Vengerov gives Tzigane a smoother, more stable feel, in contrast to Heifitz, Bell, Goto, etc. Personally, I like how he plays it way more than anyone else.
I don't know if I agree with you. There are still great violinists with original interpretations, it's just that you have to look harder to find them. Augustin Hadelich, for example.
Well I'm not a big fan of Zigeunerweisen, and I haven't heard all the recordings there are out there (although I have heard many). I'd say in terms of pure gypsy-like authenticity Elman's is my favorite, though I also really like Heifetz's romantic approach. I'd have to listen to all the recordings out there to truly decide.
maxim vengerov is the best violinist in the world i have his album the 11 cds if you want me to send a video of something to youtube youst send a message
a very good version. However, I have never heard a better one than Heifetz's. I assume Vengerov could play this piece as fast as Heifetz if he wanted to. But Heifetz gave the music a special "sound" , not just speed.
and another thing. you know Hilary Hahn said a great thing. people go to a concerto to see people perform and do well. if they don, if they go to see there person fail. they should not be there. it makes sense no?
Christian Ferras, his is by far the most phenomenal and outstanding I have ever heard. If you haven't seen the video of him playing it I literally suggest you go and watch it right now.
I have a problem with people comparing violinist on a musical level because they don't "like" their interpretation of the music. that in itself is flawed BECAUSE there is no such thing as "THE BEST WAY" or even "THE ONLY WAY" to play a particular piece of music, so therefore there is no such thing as "THE BEST" violinist. you can have your taste an opinion, but please, stop comparing them musically and saying "this one is better then that". you would never hear that from perlmans mouth.
@yamsters 1/15th? Are you kidding? I'd put relative average talent at around 1/1,000,000. And he definitely does have his own interpretation; I think he really captures the insane, almost schizophrenic gypsy-style feel of the piece.
actually i am a professional. the only reason why i posted that comment is because you cannot compare violinist on that level of playing. sure you can have your own opinion, but when you are at the level of the greats like Szeryng , vengerov, kogan, perlman etc, it does not become a matter of who is "better" thats just not possible because there is not one way to play the violin. better to say that it is a matter of taste. Vengerov is a great player and a hard worker! he should get more credit.
Bizarre notion. Gypsy music suffuses European music, unthinkable without Sinto and Roma influence. Listen to gypsy music from Romanian folklore, spanish Flamenco to jazz. You find unbelievable renditions, not in an orchestral environment, but put across the cultural magnitude of this beautiful, persecuted people. That's like saying early blues recordings just don't sound so great. It's about feeling the intent and the emotions of a culture. Is anything more descriptive of human emotions.
i think midori plays it better than anyone i ever heard, jascha heifetz is my favorite violinist but i think he screwed this song up just like vengerov did right here
Perhaps you need better speakers for your computer? (I don't say this to be derogatory, but just as a possibility.) It sounds great to me and I have an old set of Altec Lansing with subwoofer speakers. I guess subwoofer is the word, I'm not into the technology of sound.
one of my former violin teachers has always criticized vengerov especially his tzigane and always tried to make me play tzigane with the least liberties as possible thats why i traded her for someone better....(laugh my a** off)n now at the conservatory every1 likes my tzigane better. in a way vengerov has influenced on my playing of it.
the face expressions show.....how deep the melody touches the player.....the result then is shown on the strings of the violin.......
marvelous little concert piece
Vengerov plays the hell out of it
Maxim Vengerov is, by far, my favorite violinist. This also happens to be one of my favorite compositions. Thank you very much for uploading this video!
wonderful interpretation of an old fave
he's so into it... it's absolutely breathtaking
Fantastické!
Bravo Maestro a vďaka.
Anika
@yamsters totally agree with you... he is an amazing player... his rendition of wieniawski's works is flawless... also kreisler, paganini, sarasate and well every violin virtuoso composer... it makes me think why looking at his face... when it all takes is to close your eyes and listen...
His version speaks of loneliness, sadness and grief. Ponderously played, artfully interpreted.
BRAVO!
GREAT VIDEO!
Beautiful!Best Version!
very dramatic indeed.
Loved every moment of it
this is a m a z i n g and unbelievable playing! he becomes the figure that the music describes and conveys it to its utmost possibility! a one of a kind artist!
It's so sad people today tend to pose as experts on matters they know nothing about and think, that making it SOUND like an expert will make it smart ;]
On the other hand, it's comforting, that there are people, who can hear the real magic of music in performances of such talents as Vengerov..
Cheers to all Vengerov lovers ;)
Oh, and the Abbado conducts this piece masterfully ^^
Good stuff! He captures the essence of this piece wonderfully.
WOW!PERFECT!He couldn't play it better!
Ravel music is so amazing, and Vengerov played it so well. This such a wonderful orchetration...
No doubts... excllent performance, and a really great Violinist...
definitely the best tzigane i have ever heard
i wish i can like this 12809093890 times. this is sooooooo good
Ha ha, I'm SO glad to see this! Thank you! The BEST!
I have never heard this piece played so amazingly in my entire life! I am astonished!
las modulaciones de maxim son impresionantes ese violin suena a una alfombra voladora genial interpretacion
I keep trying to imagine what it must have been like to attend that concert - I don't think I've ever been so jealous of an audience in my life! If I become an emotional wreck just listening to a low definition recording of it, god knows what state I'd be in if I was listening to it live.
This is amazing,
wowsers. this made my day :)
The brillance of Vengerov is matched by Ravel's incredible insight into the unpredictable Gipsy character.
Amazing capability. Absolutely the best player in the modern era. I wish I could listen to his Tzigane live. His tones are extremely powerful but still pure and ringing..... I don't know why people are concerned about his movements...God damn it! the stronger notes generated from his violin is done via using bow-arms own weight and the big muscles while playing "free-er". If he doesn't move how can he achieve this kind of power?
Well said. He is a legitimate musician. He is with the music, not trying to add to it!
INCREIBLE ¡¡¡BRAVO!!!
I wanna lesson!!! He is my violin hero!
Perfection! :)
just amazing :)
exceptionnel. brillantissime. le meilleur.
i agree with you that they are treasures. and i strongly believe that the Golden age of Violin Playing has come and Gone. And thats The true Greats that came before the vengerovs and repins and the hahns and the bells etc can never be duplicated. perhaps one day in the future we will have another Golden age.
And i agree, bocelli and mae are not like the greats in any way, but they do cater to a wide audience.
No, I've seen it, but this one excites me more
He plays like he's dancing !!!
yes, Ferras Sibelius is something else, the tears he shed during the 2nd movement. its moments like that which are not easily forgotten. i understand where you are coming from now. im sorry if some of my comments have been aggressive. but while some stars shine brighter than others, each star in itself is individual and unique, that is all i would like to stress :D
ppl should sometimes learn the difference between their favorite interpretation and the best interpretation of all time
I wish he give me a lesson sometimes...
💖
Wow he puts so much 'MMF!' to his playing!
he was only 21 in this vid.. wow.. i wish i didnt leave this dvd at a hotel in ny now lol
It's the Berlin Philharmonic conducted by Claudio Abbado. You can't get much better than that!
who can dislike this violin-god???????
excellent just pure magic.......
This is a truly unique, sincere, wonderful interpretation. Purists will say that he does too much, moves too much, or maybe that he plays Vengerov instead of playing Tzigane by Ravel. But I say that he plays pure music, with pure and total implication. In my opinion, this man understands the very essence of the word "interpretation".
Thanks for uploading!
wow, siempre me ipresionas,
The Best Tzigane!! :D
Good🎉!
incredibly wonderful
the way he attacks this is amazing esp the opening
2:27 - 2:57 so magical and THAT e-flat at 2:33
yeah hes so good that i have bought his 11 cd box. have anyone of you did that.
Ele se mexe muito, mas o som que tira do violino é demais, um canhão..
Vengerov gives Tzigane a smoother, more stable feel, in contrast to Heifitz, Bell, Goto, etc. Personally, I like how he plays it way more than anyone else.
May i know the symphonic orchestra accompanying Mr Zengerov? They sound wonderful, impeccable cooperation there!
with his interpretation, I actually have an image/vivid pictures in my head. I can actually understand it. Unlike other interpretations..
Mind = Blown
@benjaminlooi I think you should hear the Erick Frieman version. Its not on youtube, but there is other pieces. check it out
best violinist !!!!
The only problem I have with this video is the sound quality...come on, this kind of music should be high def!
I like the faces he makes.
whatever comes after fantastic,thats Vengerov
he is the best!!!
Though it seems impossible, I think vengerov's playing has got better over the years because he doesn't always crash or over exert his vibrato
He really gets "gypsy"! Superb interpretation.
good god how does he remember a song piece like that in the beggining lol
To me it is the best performance, even better than Oystrakh...
@Flajole1979 Oistrakh was a great violinist. Vengerov is a good violinist.
I don't know if I agree with you. There are still great violinists with original interpretations, it's just that you have to look harder to find them. Augustin Hadelich, for example.
tobiasundry vengerov is wayyyyy better than him
Henryk Szeryng version is also really great, I think I prefer it with piano accompinement rather than full orchestra
Well I'm not a big fan of Zigeunerweisen, and I haven't heard all the recordings there are out there (although I have heard many). I'd say in terms of pure gypsy-like authenticity Elman's is my favorite, though I also really like Heifetz's romantic approach. I'd have to listen to all the recordings out there to truly decide.
maxim vengerov is the best violinist in the world i have his album the 11 cds if you want me to send a video of something to youtube youst send a message
It's amazing how good he sounds with such extreme and unnecessary movement....
I just don´t understand why you were looking at his face !!!!
The first thing is music, then music and after all, Music
The best !!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
he is to good to be true
a very good version. However, I have never heard a better one than Heifetz's. I assume Vengerov could play this piece as fast as Heifetz if he wanted to. But Heifetz gave the music a special "sound" , not just speed.
and another thing. you know Hilary Hahn said a great thing. people go to a concerto to see people perform and do well. if they don, if they go to see there person fail. they should not be there. it makes sense no?
not forget the video quality
Christian Ferras, his is by far the most phenomenal and outstanding I have ever heard. If you haven't seen the video of him playing it I literally suggest you go and watch it right now.
I have a problem with people comparing violinist on a musical level because they don't "like" their interpretation of the music. that in itself is flawed BECAUSE there is no such thing as "THE BEST WAY" or even "THE ONLY WAY" to play a particular piece of music, so therefore there is no such thing as "THE BEST" violinist. you can have your taste an opinion, but please, stop comparing them musically and saying "this one is better then that". you would never hear that from perlmans mouth.
doesnt come any better than this
lol
If you say so...
By the way? what version of Zigeunerweisen do U like most?
who's performance do you like for the Tzigane?
what happened to the hq version of this? it used to be on here, but now i can't find it. :(
but where is the other video in HD???
@yamsters 1/15th? Are you kidding? I'd put relative average talent at around 1/1,000,000. And he definitely does have his own interpretation; I think he really captures the insane, almost schizophrenic gypsy-style feel of the piece.
why do I imagine a witches dance, this song is like performing magic in front of a cauldron, dont you think so? well it's just my imagination
@MyTunerLock the berlin philharmonic filed some copyright shit against it so youtube took it down
actually i am a professional. the only reason why i posted that comment is because you cannot compare violinist on that level of playing. sure you can have your own opinion, but when you are at the level of the greats like Szeryng , vengerov, kogan, perlman etc, it does not become a matter of who is "better" thats just not possible because there is not one way to play the violin. better to say that it is a matter of taste. Vengerov is a great player and a hard worker! he should get more credit.
Bizarre notion. Gypsy music suffuses European music, unthinkable without Sinto and Roma influence. Listen to gypsy music from Romanian folklore, spanish Flamenco to jazz. You find unbelievable renditions, not in an orchestral environment, but put across the cultural magnitude of this beautiful, persecuted people. That's like saying early blues recordings just don't sound so great. It's about feeling the intent and the emotions of a culture. Is anything more descriptive of human emotions.
What a structure does it have? it's a RHAPSODY!
and a rhapsody should be story-like, it doesn't supposed to have a structure
if you play any instrument you´ll know that is impossible don´t make gestures when you really feel the music n_n
i think midori plays it better than anyone i ever heard, jascha heifetz is my favorite violinist but i think he screwed this song up just like vengerov did right here
There's no such thing as a "best" interpretation. That's why it's an INTERPRETATION..It can't be right or wrong.
Perhaps you need better speakers for your computer? (I don't say this to be derogatory, but just as a possibility.) It sounds great to me and I have an old set of Altec Lansing with subwoofer speakers. I guess subwoofer is the word, I'm not into the technology of sound.
@xDwepee will be?
haha the way he finishes= sit down haters...sit down..
one of my former violin teachers has always criticized vengerov especially his tzigane and always tried to make me play tzigane with the least liberties as possible thats why i traded her for someone better....(laugh my a** off)n now at the conservatory every1 likes my tzigane better. in a way vengerov has influenced on my playing of it.
Is it just me, or is the way Vengerov plays Tzigane just extremely seductive? Not meaning to sound creepy or anything, but I just feel so teased.
es excelente ojala y no hiciera tantos gestos con la cara...eso afea su inetrpretacion (solo a la vista me refiero)
Anyone who likes this doesn't know a thing about gypsy style playing, I'm not even kidding, NO gypsy plays like this.