As a violist who has endured all of the jokes, you madame have achieved the most beautiful sound I have ever heard on the instrument. Even the accompaniment portions are well voiced and musical. Every phrase is clear. Bravissima!
Borodin's Nocturne is the most beautiful piece of music ever composed. What a beautiful interpretation from this charming, talented quartet. Bravo, Dover Quartet! Bravo!
Thank you so much for posting this, I know the classical videos aren't as popular, so it means a lot that you're willing to take the time to keep this incredible music alive as well as your instruments popular
It is an utter shame that Borodin's life intervened to such a degree that he was not able to devote more of it to composition. His ability to create unforgettable melodies is pure genius -- artists with this level of invention and ingenuity deserve more than having to try and fit their talents in somewhere in the midst of simply trying to survive. This wonderful movement just makes you realize how much we have lost to a world that does not value astonishing talents like Borodin's.
I mean he has accomplished some of the greatest feats in history not only being one of the greats in composition, but also one of the greats in chemistry with his work in organic synthesis that tbh should have gotten him a nobel prize.
@@magnolean9762 Yes! He was a true polymath--a genius at impossibly long, lyrical melodic beauty matched only by Bellini and Schubert. But his work with aldehydes was more widely hailed and he was Nobel worthy in chemistry, absolutely. He was also a champion of women's education!
It’s so hard not to be moved by the way you all express this stunningly beautiful piece of music. The violin lady bringing it altogether is just phenomenally talented. Thank you for sharing, you’re all amazing musicians
My grandmother played the violin very well and I recently learned from my aunt that when my dad was a small boy he would often start sobbing when he listened to it. Just the thought of that makes me cry.
I'm not sure how to adequately describe the intense visceral response I have when listening intently to a masterful classical composition played by an outstanding musical ensemble. I literally find myself on the edge of my seat, heart racing, emotionally swept along as I anticipate the next musical phrase. This intimate performance and recording is simply overwhelming. There's a reason the Dover Quartet has achieved such worldwide prominence at such a young age. I'm awestruck.
Thelonious Monk used to say the band's role was to "lift the bandstand." I've had people who saw Lester Young or Charlie Parker tell me their body levitated. That's the feeling these incredible musicians convey.
I believe this is the most beautiful piece of music I have ever heard in my life . The first time I heard it I cried that was nearly 30 years ago and still when it is played like this It's still so incredible. How does it alter your breath and your heart beat ? Tug at you soul ? Thankyou so much for playing you are so talented . Thankyou for recording the way you play together such a treat . I could listen all day just heavenly .
I todo cried the first time i listened to this música. It was played by the borodin quartet. The Beauty brought tears yo my eyes. I still love it and this quartet is amazing .thanks
We just listened to this beautiful, heartfelt, poignant recording.The sound is superb, the visuals delightful, an altogether moving and special recording, thank you so much. And by the way that is my funeral music…I was listening with a piano pupil who also plays violin in a young string quartet coached by Derek Williams in Nottingham.They had worked on the 1st movement…he too, like me, was spellbound
They are all fantastic, but my eyes keep being drawn to the cellist. It seems he is the heart of the group, the one that does the most in keeping the group together and setting the mood of the piece. Of course, as he pointed out, he is the most free to look around, since he doesn't hold his instrument with his chin!
he is the beat of the piece... for sure.. I think you are right. Just I would hate to be used as the beating heart of a social setting... when a pretty girl is up ... she is keeps the pace in the mids with the other guy with similar notes but maybe a bit lower. I identify with the cello... but I love the violin especially in this song.
I'm partial to the cello (I played it when younger). The composer must have had a special place in his heart for the cello! The cello lines are an integral part of this piece.
@@maxineporter8848 Yes, Borodin really makes the cello the star! I'm thinking you must have meant that you're *partial* to the cello, you like it especially well. "Impartial" would mean that you cared no more for the cello than for any other instrument.
I listen to this Borodin nocturne a lot from a lot of different groups, maybe I've heard hundreds. Starting around 2:56 here begins a section that I love above all others, that driving violin like a heart beating hard is so punk, and at around 3:46 they really start chopping wood! The solos and tender parts are played with equal excellence. Beautiful.
really tight knit group - they were actually almost bumping into each other's arms but they didn't seem to care - they were loving the music too much. as am i. thank you
I first heard this in 1992…on an episode of Ren and Stimpy, believe it or not (Stimpy was laying in bed crying). It touched my soul. I’m so happy I found it again, such a beautiful piece of music. Words cannot express what this means to me.
so i’ve probably been planning my wedding since my senior year of high school,, and i’m now a junior in college. i’d love to have this for my processional!
I first heard this selection on overnight New York City public radio in the middle of the night. I was around 35 years old. I am now 68 but the music is not diminished.
I'm really impressed. Impeccable,flawless performance. A very poetic, expressive playing by the cellist. Although I'm a brass band member,I confess,I 've admired his interpretation.
Such calm and relaxing music, no wonder the band on the RMS Titanic played this piece as the lifeboats were lowering from the sinking ship - must've been a surreal sight and sound.
I heard this piece many decades ago and loved it, but did not remember the composer, or name of the piece. When I stumbled upon your rendition here, it came immediately to my mind, as something I heard years ago. Thank you for posting this sublime piece, it brings tears to me, your rendition is so superb. I play it over and over...I never want to forget it!!
my first exposure to this piece was watching a Disney animated short set to the story of The Matchstick Girl, and I fell in love. This performance brought beautiful tears to my eyes. Bravo a tutti!
It makes me cry to listen to music like this. The world is falling apart and nothing is as I thought it was or should be but I praise God that he gave me the ability to hear, gave man the ability to make music and also the heart to be moved by it.
I do LOVE this DOVER String Quartet. Very gifted and obviously hard-working musicians. You don't get to be this good without a lot of innate talent and a lot of blood, sweat and tears, and also loving what you do.
After listening countless times to this piece, this is the first time I felt and understood the musical arc of this beautiful quartet movement. What an exciting performance, not to mention the gorgeous sound. Thank you!
When I was in my 20s this and Madam Butterfly's Un Biel Di Vedremo were my favorites and my friends made so much fun of me. They finally got it and now they thank me. How great is that?
ah!!! so lovely to see my favorite string quartet again producing beautiful music. it would be a dream come true to hear them play the entirety of this quartet 💕
I read the title to fast and got to cleaning my room. The entire time I thought was was listing the Borodin Quartet performing Debussy's String Quartet no.2!
A superb version..! To my embarrassment, I didn’t know this jewel. It’s amazing the non verbal communication between all you guys. Do much energy and tenderness when needed. A huge fan from now on..!
This is one of the best string quartet music, and yet I think this is still my favorite rendition of Borodin's no. 2. But I can't find this piece in your Album in Apple Music nor in Spotify. I really hope you guys put this as well on those platform. Makes it easier to listen to this beautiful music. By the way, Great Job guys!
As a violist who has endured all of the jokes, you madame have achieved the most beautiful sound I have ever heard on the instrument. Even the accompaniment portions are well voiced and musical. Every phrase is clear. Bravissima!
As a Violist who has also endured all the jokes, it's too bad that Borodin barely gave any Melodic melody to the Viola.
@@Wheeliethaias a bassist, i still think their part is pretty
SO what are the violist jokes? never heard them
It's been my understanding the correct term is violinist. If I' am wrong please enlighten me. By the way my grandmothers name was Viola.
Oh my God I was thinking "wow these melodies really make this viola sound". It's such a sweet, deep, fond sound. I like very much.
Congratulations to the Dover Quartet and a special greeting to Milena, I am her admirer. Greetings from Chile.
Borodin's Nocturne is the most beautiful piece of music ever composed. What a beautiful interpretation from this charming, talented quartet. Bravo, Dover Quartet! Bravo!
The last 30 seconds of this masterpiece is the sound I imagine the Soul makes as it leaves the body at the time of death. BEAUTIFUL !
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THIS IS MY FAVORITE MOVEMENT OF MY FAVORITE PIECE FOR STRING QUARTET PLAYED BY MY FAVORITE STRING QUARTET
Thank you so much for posting this, I know the classical videos aren't as popular, so it means a lot that you're willing to take the time to keep this incredible music alive as well as your instruments popular
Wish that they would include this piece on iTunes for download... whaddya say guys... and gal?
You're in luck then! It IS great, no doubt.
This is what this wonderful music should sound like. They have caught the life of it.
It is an utter shame that Borodin's life intervened to such a degree that he was not able to devote more of it to composition. His ability to create unforgettable melodies is pure genius -- artists with this level of invention and ingenuity deserve more than having to try and fit their talents in somewhere in the midst of simply trying to survive. This wonderful movement just makes you realize how much we have lost to a world that does not value astonishing talents like Borodin's.
I mean he has accomplished some of the greatest feats in history not only being one of the greats in composition, but also one of the greats in chemistry with his work in organic synthesis that tbh should have gotten him a nobel prize.
@@magnolean9762 Yes! He was a true polymath--a genius at impossibly long, lyrical melodic beauty matched only by Bellini and Schubert. But his work with aldehydes was more widely hailed and he was Nobel worthy in chemistry, absolutely. He was also a champion of women's education!
THANK YOU, THANK YOU THANK YOU
That first violinist.😍😍😍 Beautiful piece. Viola player is awesome.
It’s so hard not to be moved by the way you all express this stunningly beautiful piece of music. The violin lady bringing it altogether is just phenomenally talented. Thank you for sharing, you’re all amazing musicians
I know it sounds silly but I found this so beautifully performed and well done it brought tears to my eyes.
Not silly at all
Not silly at all. This music performed so sensitively is deeply moving.
nothing silly when music brings tears
My grandmother played the violin very well and I recently learned from my aunt that when my dad was a small boy he would often start sobbing when he listened to it. Just the thought of that makes me cry.
Me too.
初めてこの動画を知ってから何度も聴いてるけど、毎回最後まで聴いてしまう。
それぐらい魅了される演奏。
4人のバランスが取れていると思います。
how did I only found this piece of classical music, it's so beautiful it should've been more famous~
All it took to make Dover my favourite string quartet of all time was two youtube videos, incredible!
I'm not sure how to adequately describe the intense visceral response I have when listening intently to a masterful classical composition played by an outstanding musical ensemble. I literally find myself on the edge of my seat, heart racing, emotionally swept along as I anticipate the next musical phrase. This intimate performance and recording is simply overwhelming. There's a reason the Dover Quartet has achieved such worldwide prominence at such a young age. I'm awestruck.
I feel exactly the same way.
Thelonious Monk used to say the band's role was to "lift the bandstand." I've had people who saw Lester Young or Charlie Parker tell me their body levitated. That's the feeling these incredible musicians convey.
This melody as adapted to Kismet, was our wedding song over 56 years ago. It would have been marvellous to hear your performance back then. Bravo!
The violist is certainly superb 👏👏👏
Every time I hear this piece, it's like I was listening for the first time. It gives me such a thrill, I can hardly say...
I love the Cello. Such effortless performance
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I believe this is the most beautiful piece of music I have ever heard in my life . The first time I heard it I cried that was nearly 30 years ago and still when it is played like this It's still so incredible. How does it alter your breath and your heart beat ? Tug at you soul ? Thankyou so much for playing you are so talented . Thankyou for recording the way you play together such a treat . I could listen all day just heavenly .
I todo cried the first time i listened to this música. It was played by the borodin quartet. The Beauty brought tears yo my eyes. I still love it and this quartet is amazing .thanks
We just listened to this beautiful, heartfelt, poignant recording.The sound is superb, the visuals delightful, an altogether moving and special recording, thank you so much. And by the way that is my funeral music…I was listening with a piano pupil who also plays violin in a young string quartet coached by Derek Williams in Nottingham.They had worked on the 1st movement…he too, like me, was spellbound
They are all fantastic, but my eyes keep being drawn to the cellist. It seems he is the heart of the group, the one that does the most in keeping the group together and setting the mood of the piece. Of course, as he pointed out, he is the most free to look around, since he doesn't hold his instrument with his chin!
he is the beat of the piece... for sure.. I think you are right. Just I would hate to be used as the beating heart of a social setting... when a pretty girl is up ... she is keeps the pace in the mids with the other guy with similar notes but maybe a bit lower. I identify with the cello... but I love the violin especially in this song.
Yes!
I'm partial to the cello (I played it when younger). The composer must have had a special place in his heart for the cello! The cello lines are an integral part of this piece.
@@maxineporter8848 Yes, Borodin really makes the cello the star! I'm thinking you must have meant that you're *partial* to the cello, you like it especially well. "Impartial" would mean that you cared no more for the cello than for any other instrument.
Brilliant! Comforting - like a cosy cup of tea and a crumpet on a wet afternoon😃
"And this is my beloved"
--Kismet
Loved this!
I simply cannot believe how beautifully you folks play. I know you have worked terribly hard to make this sound.
Sanjosemike (no longer in CA)
just another night at the office for them - real pros
it doesn't get any better than this - real feelings and compassion!!!!
4 stars rating from me
Best TH-cam discovery of the week BrooklynClassics
This piece is just pure joy, each and every time.
I listen to this Borodin nocturne a lot from a lot of different groups, maybe I've heard hundreds. Starting around 2:56 here begins a section that I love above all others, that driving violin like a heart beating hard is so punk, and at around 3:46 they really start chopping wood! The solos and tender parts are played with equal excellence. Beautiful.
Beautiful and moving.... here after hearing Africa......
If my ears could sing in raptures of joy they would join my soul in the exquisite bless while listening to you perform. Thank you so much.
0:58
Omg..cello sounds ammmazing ^_^
I CANNOT tell you how happy I am that you guys did this! Love this piece, and love this whole quartet! Thank you guys so much!!!
Jordan Bates YES
It’s very lovely isn’t it?!
Fabulous cellist. Beautifully controlled, poised, stylish playing. And he seems to interact with his colleagues more than do the other three.
really tight knit group - they were actually almost bumping into each other's arms
but they didn't seem to care - they were loving the music too much.
as am i. thank you
Holy smokes, these guys are sublime. I want to see a live performance now!!
I first heard this in 1992…on an episode of Ren and Stimpy, believe it or not (Stimpy was laying in bed crying). It touched my soul. I’m so happy I found it again, such a beautiful piece of music. Words cannot express what this means to me.
What an outstanding ensemble!
so i’ve probably been planning my wedding since my senior year of high school,, and i’m now a junior in college. i’d love to have this for my processional!
Marvelous. And impressive how the roving camera was able to move around without noise or tripping on cables.
My favorite piece ever played to perfection! My new favorite quartet. (The cellist is cute too!)
I first heard this selection on overnight New York City public radio in the middle of the night. I was around 35 years old. I am now 68 but the music is not diminished.
Great Performance Dover. Bravo ... beautifully played. Thank you from Ireland.
I’m breathless
I'm really impressed.
Impeccable,flawless performance. A very poetic, expressive playing by the cellist. Although I'm a brass band member,I confess,I 've admired his interpretation.
This music products in me adrenalin!!! Bravoooo!!!
This music always makes me cry by happiness. Thank you so much for this emotional moments 😘
Such calm and relaxing music, no wonder the band on the RMS Titanic played this piece as the lifeboats were lowering from the sinking ship - must've been a surreal sight and sound.
I heard this piece many decades ago and loved it, but did not remember the composer, or name of the piece. When I stumbled upon your rendition here, it came immediately to my mind, as something I heard years ago. Thank you for posting this sublime piece, it brings tears to me, your rendition is so superb. I play it over and over...I never want to forget it!!
Most beautiful composition!
my first exposure to this piece was watching a Disney animated short set to the story of The Matchstick Girl, and I fell in love. This performance brought beautiful tears to my eyes. Bravo a tutti!
For me it was, "And this is my beloved" from the Musical "Kismet".
My buddy played this for a quartet, she was violin. I was completely mesmerized from it, I asked her for the song, and here I am XD
This is so beautiful. So beautiful.
This is one of the most beautiful things I’ve heard, can’t stop listening to it!
my favorite thing is when you can hear the strings hitting against the fingerboard. it’s just such a real thing idk it’s weird but i like it
Beautiful so beautiful.
I love this song so much. It gets into my soul so deeply
exceptionally beautiful, thank you.
It makes me cry to listen to music like this. The world is falling apart and nothing is as I thought it was or should be but I praise God that he gave me the ability to hear, gave man the ability to make music and also the heart to be moved by it.
Amen
Give it a break. The world has never been better.
Beautiful performance !!! I had the privilege to be in one of your concert in Aschaffenburg together with my family.
Thanks! That was just a gorgeous delight!!
Thank you for your wonderful performance.!
So beautiful. So majestic. So utterly utterly fantastic. You make me so happy. Those harmonies are absolutely spine-tingling
I do LOVE this DOVER String Quartet. Very gifted and obviously hard-working musicians. You don't get to be this good without a lot of innate talent and a lot of blood, sweat and tears, and also loving what you do.
Here I am sobbing like a baby
An incredibly moving performance. Bravo!
Not only does this piece touch my soul, it gives me chills while doing so.
Great playing and audio / video quality! Thanks!
After listening countless times to this piece, this is the first time I felt and understood the musical arc of this beautiful quartet movement. What an exciting performance, not to mention the gorgeous sound. Thank you!
Gorgeous
Such beautiful musical “speech” from the soul! Music is the multiverse’s language spoken by these brilliant artists ! Congratulations! 👏⭐️
Really impressed - playing this as part of an orchestra but this really blew me away, can’t wait to play it myself! ❤️😍
What a perfection of the composer and the performers! Heavenly music...
beautiful
Beautiful... truly
Love you guys !!
Love this quartet, and this piece! Bravo!
Absolutely gorgeous rendition of a favourite Nocturne. Thank you.
When I was in my 20s this and Madam Butterfly's Un Biel Di Vedremo were my favorites and my friends made so much fun of me. They finally got it and now they thank me. How great is that?
Awesome! This is probably the best rendition I’ve ever heard. Do you ever come to the UK? Yes, that’s an invitation!
Wow! That was Fantastic, bravo indeed!
beautiful! tuning, balance, sonority, sensitive rubatos, just sublime.
Thank you so much for your music. These are the sounds of my childhood.
Es una obra bella y nostalgica.
That was awesome
Lovely. 💚
Heavenly
ah!!! so lovely to see my favorite string quartet again producing beautiful music. it would be a dream come true to hear them play the entirety of this quartet 💕
Incredible performance and composition... my fav string quartet to date.
👏👏👏👏 BEAUTIFUL
Excellent Performance.
Thank you for bringing so much joy, beauty, magnificence, awe, wonder in the world.
Splendid
my fav quartet!!
best sound quality... amazing... i would like to dedicated to my crush.. including anna kalinskaya .. the great tennis player.
Amazing!! I'm in love with this!
I read the title to fast and got to cleaning my room. The entire time I thought was was listing the Borodin Quartet performing Debussy's String Quartet no.2!
It's so weird that I was just listening to this, this week. I heard it on my bus and found it. This piece is trying to get me back into playing lol!
Wow, that was beatiful. Thank you. You are awesome.
A superb version..! To my embarrassment, I didn’t know this jewel.
It’s amazing the non verbal communication between all you guys.
Do much energy and tenderness when needed.
A huge fan from now on..!
This is one of the best string quartet music, and yet I think this is still my favorite rendition of Borodin's no. 2. But I can't find this piece in your Album in Apple Music nor in Spotify. I really hope you guys put this as well on those platform. Makes it easier to listen to this beautiful music. By the way, Great Job guys!
so incredible!! thanks so much this beautiful recording! the dover quartet is so special!