2:35 Being a violinist, I had NO idea a double bass could stretch up that far. Also the fact that it wasn't transposed an octave lower (for the most part) is amazing.
this is one of the differences between bassist who started studying years ago and bassist who study now. the first of which most studied with the simandl method, and the latter of which many study with the George Vance method. The vance method teaches many bassist early on how to access the upper register of the bass, and later on explores the harmonics that are seen here off the fingerboard.
We don't realize it, but if you think about it, it makes sense. Even on our instrument, the violin, we can reach crazy frequencies since the intervals between notes shorten as we move up the fingerboard. Still though even thinking of that I'm amazed it can reach that high E.
@@johnny2303 Yes , as a cello + bass player, I still don't think bass players playing cello concertos on the bass is a good idea.... cello ranges are really different from bass. To get a good sound on The double bass as a solo instrument means that you not only must ace every note and also play it passionately and musically, which is extremely challenging because we always have a painful time playing high note . Double Bass players always "pretend" to be a cello , and forget everything about the music . That's why I chose Bryars Bass concerto as as my no 1 concerto (with Vanhal.) Because it really take out quality sound from the original double bass , not the "fake" cello. Also , I don't think you can compare anyone to du pre , she's just perfect in many ways.
@@JoshuaLo2732 To be honest I think as long as the performer does a great interpretation I think cello concertos on double bass are fine. It's for sure different than the intended sound but adds something quite pleasing in py opinion
@@JoshuaLo2732 when playing cello rep on bass I prefer that the performer plays it an octave down, because what’s the point of playing it on bass if you’re just going to play it in cello range. The bass has a beautiful lower range and I think it’s good to showcase that
I play the cello, and am currently working on the Elgar for my concerto performance in the spring, and I have to say, this is my new favorite recording of the first movement. Your interpretation is just how I play it, and the bass just puts so much power into the piece!
2:35 That really High E. Play that same piece on a 5 String Violin solo Cello part an Octave Higher than the Cello version & then it'll sound really interesting.
What a wonderful performance. The even richer resonances of the larger instrument work so well with the piece. Without taking anything away from the excellent pianist, I'd love to hear it with a full orchestral accompaniment.
Absolutely gorgeous! Jeff, your smoothness and power are really enjoyable. I majored in double bass in college, but I have to confess to a long sabbatical since then, and this kind of performance makes me want to start lessons again! I've subscribed to get more of your playing.
Many years ago (early 80's?), I was listening to "Adventures in Good Music" with Karl Haas. Do y'all remember that show? On one episode, I heard two Elgar pieces for piano and bass. They were hauntingly beautiful, and they have haunted me to today. Would anyone know what they might have been? Two very short Elgar pieces for piano and bass. Maybe one day, I will find out what they were.
Incredible! Ever sense I first heard this piece I wanted to learn it, but bass is my primary, and cello is more of a side hobby. I don't suspect I'll ever put in the work to get my cello skills that good, but didn't either imagine it being possible on upright. Now I am inspired again to learn this... in a few years.
Fantastico. Mai sentito niente di simile con il contrabbasso. Spettacolo unico. Emozionante. Al pari della interpretazione al violoncello della mitica Jacqueline Du Pre.
Thank you for that perfomance! Also I want to say that anyway on cello it sounds differ and I guess artistic conception of music is closer to cello version. The perfomance on bass is really perfect and gives another point of view on this concerto. As a bass player I very appreciate this version. The second important thing is the piano player. She has just unbelivable feeling of what is this music about. Wonderful duet thx once more!
@@Kapiwolf123 while yes bass and cello are similar there are differences that make a transcription very helpful. As the bass is actually a transposing instrument(it sounds an octave below) so all cello parts would have to be read an octave up, additionally most bassists use solo strings which tunes the instrument up a whole step meaning that reading the cello score would mean reading every note a minor seventh up. Therefore it is very helpful for bassists not familiar with reading other instruments parts to have a transcription.
the beginning until the scale is gorgeous, the rest were not composed for this instrument, however simply be able to play the notes on a bass is amazing enough.
Bradetich could definitely play this much better if he were younger, once he got older his hands got way more shaky, he doesn’t even play anymore because it got really bad.
@UCmixolpHdPNpbjXBWVvDR4w 2:29 this is where the Soloist hits an E 3 ledger lines above the Treble Clef staff. Why exactally do you have your music stand in front of you?
I find it easier to play if it's tuned in fifths like a Cello but down an octave. The Elgar Cello Concerto is alot easier to play on a Double Bass if it's tuned in Fifths cause you can finger it like a Cello.
@Mateo Estanislao I play Cello and also Double Bass. Standard Dark rosin also works on Double Basses tuned in 5ths because it's pretty sticky, which means that Low C string is going to go Boom.
Ragnar Falch some of those notes are slightly off of the fingerboard, which is already extended past he standard C or C#. so yeah they're really high and have a hard time speaking because the string length is so short.
+James Madeyski just because your principal cello in your school orchestra in the middle no where doesn't mean jack shit. So just shut the fuck up and go back to your job at McDonalds.
True but that run is so hard on a bass it's literally off the fingerboard playing getting any sound at all is really difficult honestly almost any great recording has some parts where you could throw shade but watching a great performance is the takeaway sure its important to improve and all that and be critical but it's not the end all be all
i dont like the principal melody. Elgar said that it was his spirit returning from the death and in your perfomance i hardly listen to it. Maybe its because is a cello concerto...
There’s definitely some intonation issues, but other than that it’s a very good performance, maybe if you weren’t so focused on the intonation and the individual notes you could hear the passion and intensity of this interpretation.
Dear Ronald, Perhaps the two pieces you are referring to are: Salut d' Amour and Chanson de Nuit. I know that the Salut was published years ago by Lucas Drew and was popular then. Give them a try and let us know if you find your lost loves.
@UCmixolpHdPNpbjXBWVvDR4w 2:29 this is where the Soloist hits an E 3 ledger lines above the Treble Clef staff. Why exactally do you have your music stand in front of you?
@UCmixolpHdPNpbjXBWVvDR4w 2:29 this is where the Soloist hits an E 3 ledger lines above the Treble Clef staff. Why exactally do you have your music stand in front of you?
2:35 Being a violinist, I had NO idea a double bass could stretch up that far. Also the fact that it wasn't transposed an octave lower (for the most part) is amazing.
It can’t unless you’re like Jeff Bradetich and have been mastering your instrument for decades and take lessons from cellists with high expectations
this is one of the differences between bassist who started studying years ago and bassist who study now. the first of which most studied with the simandl method, and the latter of which many study with the George Vance method. The vance method teaches many bassist early on how to access the upper register of the bass, and later on explores the harmonics that are seen here off the fingerboard.
We don't realize it, but if you think about it, it makes sense. Even on our instrument, the violin, we can reach crazy frequencies since the intervals between notes shorten as we move up the fingerboard. Still though even thinking of that I'm amazed it can reach that high E.
I love the interpretation of the first few bars. Very unique and risky, but with that said it was a risk that paid off. It was beautiful.
Lots of comments about this video are crap. Bradetich plays virtuoso high technique, but he also plays with passion; what else do you want?
Play Bass concertos because otherwise we will compare you to Dupre
@@johnny2303 Yes , as a cello + bass player, I still don't think bass players playing cello concertos on the bass is a good idea.... cello ranges are really different from bass. To get a good sound on The double bass as a solo instrument means that you not only must ace every note and also play it passionately and musically, which is extremely challenging because we always have a painful time playing high note . Double Bass players always "pretend" to be a cello , and forget everything about the music . That's why I chose Bryars Bass concerto as as my no 1 concerto (with Vanhal.) Because it really take out quality sound from the original double bass , not the "fake" cello. Also , I don't think you can compare anyone to du pre , she's just perfect in many ways.
@@JoshuaLo2732 To be honest I think as long as the performer does a great interpretation I think cello concertos on double bass are fine. It's for sure different than the intended sound but adds something quite pleasing in py opinion
@@johnny2303 Lol shut up, I'm willing to bet money you can't make Elgar sound as good on cello as Bradetich makes it sound on bass.
@@JoshuaLo2732 when playing cello rep on bass I prefer that the performer plays it an octave down, because what’s the point of playing it on bass if you’re just going to play it in cello range. The bass has a beautiful lower range and I think it’s good to showcase that
This is honestly one of the best covers of this piece I've heard, and its not even on the instrument its written for
I play the cello, and am currently working on the Elgar for my concerto performance in the spring, and I have to say, this is my new favorite recording of the first movement. Your interpretation is just how I play it, and the bass just puts so much power into the piece!
+John Carosella Thank you for your very kind words. Keep working hard and good luck with your performance and career.
and i tought this piece was hard on the cello ahahah good job
Exactly
2:35 That really High E. Play that same piece on a 5 String Violin solo Cello part an Octave Higher than the Cello version & then it'll sound really interesting.
the million dollar note
@@pinosevera It's an E6
ikr. fucking legend, this man.
Inventors of double bass:
“Not what I had in mind for this instrument, but keep it up!”
This is fantastic. I don't know if it's technically possible but I would love to hear the rest of the work performed in this manner.
that sound..... Very very nice!
What a wonderful performance. The even richer resonances of the larger instrument work so well with the piece. Without taking anything away from the excellent pianist, I'd love to hear it with a full orchestral accompaniment.
wow, in the doublebass sound powerfull, great performance Mr B.
This blew me away! This had to have been so difficult and you just executed it beautifully!
What a unique and beautiful performance. This is the first double bass solo work i've ever listened to... I love it
Wish to play this one day, this is so inspiring to bassists everywhere :D
Absolutely gorgeous! Jeff, your smoothness and power are really enjoyable. I majored in double bass in college, but I have to confess to a long sabbatical since then, and this kind of performance makes me want to start lessons again! I've subscribed to get more of your playing.
Outstanding!!!
The best bass player and the best pianist!!!
Many years ago (early 80's?), I was listening to "Adventures in Good Music" with Karl Haas. Do y'all remember that show? On one episode, I heard two Elgar pieces for piano and bass. They were hauntingly beautiful, and they have haunted me to today. Would anyone know what they might have been? Two very short Elgar pieces for piano and bass. Maybe one day, I will find out what they were.
Edward Elgar, 2 Songs op.51 for double bass and piano. Hope you find it again.
Incredible! Ever sense I first heard this piece I wanted to learn it, but bass is my primary, and cello is more of a side hobby. I don't suspect I'll ever put in the work to get my cello skills that good, but didn't either imagine it being possible on upright. Now I am inspired again to learn this... in a few years.
I i love this music,thank you for string players ,playing fantastic inspiration.
Fantastico. Mai sentito niente di simile con il contrabbasso. Spettacolo unico. Emozionante. Al pari della interpretazione al violoncello della mitica Jacqueline Du Pre.
I cried. I love it.
Thank you for that perfomance! Also I want to say that anyway on cello it sounds differ and I guess artistic conception of music is closer to cello version. The perfomance on bass is really perfect and gives another point of view on this concerto. As a bass player I very appreciate this version. The second important thing is the piano player. She has just unbelivable feeling of what is this music about. Wonderful duet thx once more!
This instrument really fills the atmosphere, it's like a GIANT cake disintegrating... ♡
What a flavor... Double flavor
This is sounds much more intense on bass, love it!
The legend
...A beautiful conception from a highly cultured sensibility!
Good god!!!! This this is an incredible adaptation. Good lord!!!
Bravo Maestro. Great musician.
i prefer this over all the cello recordings
How do I hold up these tears please!
Beautiful!!!! Congratulations!!!
Wonderful!!!
Does anyone know where you could find the sheet music for this?
So beautiful ;~;
absolutely amazing
es simplemente precioso. Me hizo llorar
Wonderful, wonderful !!!!
Great performance
Beautiful
You're incredible !!!
Oh fucc I was not adequately prepared to be rocked this hard
It’s a shame he didn’t also do the second movement! They work so well together
The first movement is already iconic enough.
Jeff, is that a Rumano Solano?
Was this transcribed or is there actually sheet music for a bass? I'd love to play this.
+Jamohamm1 considering they're both bass clef instruments in the same key, he probably just used the cello part
obviously all you have to do..is play the cello music
@@Kapiwolf123 while yes bass and cello are similar there are differences that make a transcription very helpful. As the bass is actually a transposing instrument(it sounds an octave below) so all cello parts would have to be read an octave up, additionally most bassists use solo strings which tunes the instrument up a whole step meaning that reading the cello score would mean reading every note a minor seventh up. Therefore it is very helpful for bassists not familiar with reading other instruments parts to have a transcription.
@@Kapiwolf123 most bassists use solo strings for solo work such as concertos**
Take cello sheet music. Play up an octave. Done.
the beginning until the scale is gorgeous, the rest were not composed for this instrument, however simply be able to play the notes on a bass is amazing enough.
Bradetich could definitely play this much better if he were younger, once he got older his hands got way more shaky, he doesn’t even play anymore because it got really bad.
Love it. Just made my first modern cello and wondered if there is merit in an instrument between the cello and bass?
The scale on the double bass nice
@UCmixolpHdPNpbjXBWVvDR4w 2:29 this is where the Soloist hits an E 3 ledger lines above the Treble Clef staff. Why exactally do you have your music stand in front of you?
does anyone have the trancripted score?
amazing
Wow! nice performance, sounds different than cello, but I like the Bass version too.
I find it easier to play if it's tuned in fifths like a Cello but down an octave. The Elgar Cello Concerto is alot easier to play on a Double Bass if it's tuned in Fifths cause you can finger it like a Cello.
@Mateo Estanislao A Low C String works better with super sticky rosin.
@Mateo Estanislao I would have to shorten the scale length so I can use 5ths tuned strings.
@Mateo Estanislao I'd have to adjust my fingerings a little bit like Joel Quarrington did but 5ths Tuning is pretty much a Tone Enhancer.
@Mateo Estanislao I play Cello and also Double Bass. Standard Dark rosin also works on Double Basses tuned in 5ths because it's pretty sticky, which means that Low C string is going to go Boom.
@Mateo Estanislao Robert J Spear made a special 5ths Tuned 5 String Double Bass called a 5Bass who's scale length is ideal for Cello fingerings.
Vamoooo!!! Genio
Often wondered how to care for such a valuable instrument?
Este se va pa arriba
Bravo…!!
master!!!!
What tuning is used for this?
It sounds like none at all...
Solo tuning F# B E A
Un distinto
I thought his fingers will be super pain
:O
i used to think it was sacrilegious to play cello stuff on bass lol
hi fellow twosetfan
Alch se escucha mejor en el contrabajo que en el chello
Really really great performance, but pretty damn sour on those high notes, especially at 7:00
Ragnar Falch some of those notes are slightly off of the fingerboard, which is already extended past he standard C or C#. so yeah they're really high and have a hard time speaking because the string length is so short.
+James Madeyski I feel your just an arrogant 10 year old piece of shit who's trying to make himself look like something
+James Madeyski just because your principal cello in your school orchestra in the middle no where doesn't mean jack shit. So just shut the fuck up and go back to your job at McDonalds.
True but that run is so hard on a bass it's literally off the fingerboard playing getting any sound at all is really difficult honestly almost any great recording has some parts where you could throw shade but watching a great performance is the takeaway sure its important to improve and all that and be critical but it's not the end all be all
i dont like the principal melody. Elgar said that it was his spirit returning from the death and in your perfomance i hardly listen to it. Maybe its because is a cello concerto...
But it's so out of tune...
schumacherenator Wrong
No, it's not :) maybe the mistakes you hear are only in your ears
Intonation is a social construct
hey how would you feel if someone said this about you breaking your fingers??
There’s definitely some intonation issues, but other than that it’s a very good performance, maybe if you weren’t so focused on the intonation and the individual notes you could hear the passion and intensity of this interpretation.
Dear Ronald, Perhaps the two pieces you are referring to are: Salut d' Amour and Chanson de Nuit. I know that the Salut was published years ago by Lucas Drew and was popular then. Give them a try and let us know if you find your lost loves.
@UCmixolpHdPNpbjXBWVvDR4w 2:29 this is where the Soloist hits an E 3 ledger lines above the Treble Clef staff. Why exactally do you have your music stand in front of you?
@UCmixolpHdPNpbjXBWVvDR4w 2:29 this is where the Soloist hits an E 3 ledger lines above the Treble Clef staff. Why exactally do you have your music stand in front of you?
It’s called a wolf tone, he’s not perfect man