As you rightly intimate, Andy, the unique group of six Trio Sonatas presents the most technically demanding, esoterically ecstatic and dazzlingly radiant of all the music JSB wrote for the organ. Commentators are universally agreed in praising the variety of their moods, their poetic nuances, their dynamic energy, their elegance and their richness. The first recording I heard of yours some time ago on TH-cam was a performance of the Widor Toccata, and I thought then that you would be a most interesting young organist to follow and watch mature and blossom into a very fine musician. And this upload is a clear pointer as to how far you have journeyed in such a relatively short time! I can now sense more readily your emotional connection with the music you play and your artistry is now well within the range of awesome! I'm sure you worked very hard on mastering every element needed to make for a perfect performance here - which I don't believe is always about flawless, mechanical playing, but about when you make tangible the genius that underpins the score. To think that Bach could write music like this - so much more than just an 'exercise' for his son for certain, even if that was the primary motivation. When you recognise that a piece of music has brought about a change in you and helped you sense your own growth as a musician, then you are on the right road and you will be able to access all the possible destinations that lie ahead. What a gift to possess, treasure and nurture! I hope to live long enough to enjoy many of those destinations with you: B R A V O !
What a lovely performance with elegant phrasing and seemingly effortless pedal work! That last movement is especially difficult and you made it look like a walk in the park. The video clips were also excellent highlights. Thanks for taking the time and effort to present this. Best wishes as you continue your studies this fall.
Played beautifully and with great feeling. You make it look so effortless and elegant. I enjoyed this video very much and loved the outside views, such incredible architecture and beauty. I think my Codecs need replacing because I got a few flashes on the video. However it's the sound that is most important here. Thanks so much Andy for sharing this with us all. James.
Yea I noticed some of the flashes, the past 2 videos I’ve tried a new software on my iPad to edit but it doesn’t work that great, next video I’ll be going back to the desktop for rendering videos
A truly fine performance, Andy - thank you for uploading! As a Brit, I have (for several years now) been a weekly viewer of Mass from The Basilica of The National Shrine in Washington DC. Apart from the three resident organists (Dr Peter, Benjamin and Andrew) - who are all, obviously, excellent - I came across an amazing organ postlude on 13 February 2022 (of the Allegro from Widor's 6th Organ Symphony) by a completely unknown organist. After sending an email to the Associate Director of Music, I learned that the performer in question was Adam Chlebek (a then student at Oberlin). I just wondered if your paths had ever crossed? He was scheduled to give an organ recital in the Upper Church at 6.00 p.m. this evening - were you able to be there? All best wishes, Tony (UK,)
Unfortunately I was not able to attend the concert because I had to move out to Philadelphia the day before but we had a long chat a few days prior after a daily mass
A beautiful and great recording! Very well played! I like it very much! Thanks for uploading! Greetings from Germany!
Excellent! Congratulations on your appointment.
Bravo! More, please...
So beautifully played, and so good to see you at work again! You are a joy to hear and to watch!
An absolutely wonderful performance. I enjoyed hearing and seeing you play. Thank you for sharing this. Best wishes as you continue your studies.
Mastering the Trio Sonatas from Bach is a huge step in your development as an organist, for every organist. Well done! Bravo!!!
Congratulation: Playing these difficult pieces so well and transparent makes the real master.
questa triosonata è sempre deliziosa. benevenuto Andy.
Absolutely fantastic Andy!😁👍👏👏👏👏👏
As you rightly intimate, Andy, the unique group of six Trio Sonatas presents the most technically demanding, esoterically ecstatic and dazzlingly radiant of all the music JSB wrote for the organ. Commentators are universally agreed in praising the variety of their moods, their poetic nuances, their dynamic energy, their elegance and their richness. The first recording I heard of yours some time ago on TH-cam was a performance of the Widor Toccata, and I thought then that you would be a most interesting young organist to follow and watch mature and blossom into a very fine musician. And this upload is a clear pointer as to how far you have journeyed in such a relatively short time! I can now sense more readily your emotional connection with the music you play and your artistry is now well within the range of awesome! I'm sure you worked very hard on mastering every element needed to make for a perfect performance here - which I don't believe is always about flawless, mechanical playing, but about when you make tangible the genius that underpins the score. To think that Bach could write music like this - so much more than just an 'exercise' for his son for certain, even if that was the primary motivation. When you recognise that a piece of music has brought about a change in you and helped you sense your own growth as a musician, then you are on the right road and you will be able to access all the possible destinations that lie ahead. What a gift to possess, treasure and nurture! I hope to live long enough to enjoy many of those destinations with you: B R A V O !
What a lovely performance with elegant phrasing and seemingly effortless pedal work! That last movement is especially difficult and you made it look like a walk in the park. The video clips were also excellent highlights. Thanks for taking the time and effort to present this.
Best wishes as you continue your studies this fall.
Glad you liked it, the last movement was one of my audition pieces a few months ago
@@andybrown7325 All that work to learn it obviously paid off very well. It's very much deserved.
🥰👋👋 bravo !
Note that Andy’s iPad went dark at 13:45! I doubt he really needed the iPad at all, other than to keep from getting lost! 😊
splendida!
Played beautifully and with great feeling. You make it look so effortless and elegant. I enjoyed this video very much and loved the outside views, such incredible architecture and beauty. I think my Codecs need replacing because I got a few flashes on the video. However it's the sound that is most important here. Thanks so much Andy for sharing this with us all. James.
Yea I noticed some of the flashes, the past 2 videos I’ve tried a new software on my iPad to edit but it doesn’t work that great, next video I’ll be going back to the desktop for rendering videos
@@andybrown7325 Thanks for replying Andy. I won't have to change my Codecs now. Looking forward to future videos. James.
A truly fine performance, Andy - thank you for uploading! As a Brit, I have (for several years now) been a weekly viewer of Mass from The Basilica of The National Shrine in Washington DC. Apart from the three resident organists (Dr Peter, Benjamin and Andrew) - who are all, obviously, excellent - I came across an amazing organ postlude on 13 February 2022 (of the Allegro from Widor's 6th Organ Symphony) by a completely unknown organist. After sending an email to the Associate Director of Music, I learned that the performer in question was Adam Chlebek (a then student at Oberlin). I just wondered if your paths had ever crossed? He was scheduled to give an organ recital in the Upper Church at 6.00 p.m. this evening - were you able to be there? All best wishes, Tony (UK,)
Unfortunately I was not able to attend the concert because I had to move out to Philadelphia the day before but we had a long chat a few days prior after a daily mass
Thanks for your reply, Andy - I'm pleased you guys know each other. Best wishes for your further studies at Curtis Institute of Music.
un piccolo regalo per Natale?
Very very good. But be carefull with the tempo. Many organists play Bach's works very very fast and hereby looses the transparency of his works.