Michelangeli - Ravel Piano Concerto - [1] Allegramente

[MELOVESTHETRUMPET]

lol, i'm sorry i'm such an ass, but I came here only for the trumpet solo.

[paulostroff99]

Superb! TY t for posting

[stoklund]

The same concert in HD: /watch?v=-JAeUjg4zj8&hd=1

[Resonance86]

@stoklund THX!!!

[spasman]

@stoklund Brilliant

[burmecia11]

no cabe la menor duda de que es el mejor compositor del piano impresionista

[TheSnso]

superrrrrrrrrrrrrrrr!!!!!!!!!!­!!!!!!!!!

[OlmoLane]

Haha at 6:00 minutes, Sergio Celibidache's face was the same as mine. "AAaawweeesommeee."

[MRDRWWILLIAMS]

Is he trilling on three fingers at about 6:50?

[leebee36296]

I have never heard anybody play this piece like that.  Was this piece written especially for him? It sounds like it Whow!!!

[hannahbyun94]

There's no such thing as perfect in art, but there is no other way of explaining this but perfection

[beetsee4]

OMG!!! I was at this concert!!!! It was all French, starting with The Sorceror's Apprentice and ending with the Fauré Requiem. The same week Michelangeli played a recital of three Beethoven Sonatas and a book of Debussy Preludes. A week to cherish!

[RoyantV]

15 people are totally nuts...

[Pavlvs34]

Precision, Clarity.

Excellent

[thisismymoniker]

Celibidache has a wonderfully warm and charismatic face...full of erudition!

[dandelion902]

horrible arrangement!! :(

[Kurremkarmerruk1]

What a shame about the very poor sound quality...

[DJNotNais]

there can be only 1 explaination, he is using real-life hacks

[paulostroff99]

Sensational.IMHO it has never been played better on record. TY.

[65attila]

@paulostroff99

Thanks and I feel ABM was special here. Thank you twotea22 for posting.

John

[ALBIBISBIS]

Which orchestra is this?

[gmhots]

@ALBIBISBIS London Symphony I think, says so at the start of the video

[mountainharry]

Way too cold.



[theanswer00]

@mountainharry sorry?

[xstelladanzante]

Michelangeli sembra danzare sulla tastiera

[naumandolphin]

Creepy and great. The Lord Tomboy cut is pretty bad. She needs a massage.

[ViolaS783]

Ravel non poteva desiderare interpreti migliori...

[Quezacotl77]

Why is the trumpet player playing on a B-flat trumpet. well the trumpet player and of course the pianist sound great

[drongovids]

the allegramente is the sound of going mad

[Crodia1755]

vravissimo!!  I love this performance. very enjoy,thank you.

[SyriaMosque]

Yes, but a tradition is now forgotton

[umeTree]

this concerto is so amazing that can't be expressed with words

[klavierflame]

his icy cool tone is perfect for ravel. The Ultimate Ravel concerto ever!!

[klavierflame]

michelangeli: pianists' pianist.

[cirosuperiore]

sounds like something copland would have written

[Haeronthegreat]

Three finger trills as always. What a musician.

[chickenmonger]

Those glissandos at the beginning of the piece are done with such ease... Michelangeli had amazing control.

[flyingape11]

I saw these guys play at the gay parade in san francisco in 2004.  they were ok, but erasure stole the show - theyre the best!

[bassman30000]

@flyingape11 You saw the London Symphony play a parade? Wow. That must have been exhausting.

[brassmonkeyjew]

@bassman30000

Wish i was there!

[123must]

May be one of the best concerto for piano and orchestra. Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli and Sergiu Celibidache are among the best

of all time

[misspeckpeck]

no feelings, no emotions...

[196327005]

Wonderful performance by Michelangeli!!!!!

[javierespinos]

Michelangeli la lleva!

[tachyon17011701]

best Cadenza ever @ 6:30

[34f2u1to]

When he looked at the camera at 5:20 I could have sworn that was Vito Corleone.

[rumpwrestler]

No pianist has ever performed this work as splendidly as Michelangeli!

[Dread098]

Marta Argerich. Look it up.

[Muzicole]

@Dread098 Marta Argerich? She's excellent, one of the best... She was a pupil of Michelangeli, you know...

[bloodymary61]

@rumpwrestler You'r totally right, mate!

[davisbone]

the english english-horn player looks like a water born creature

[jmarquar]

@davisbone I was going to say swamp monster!!!

[Bobby3960]

Michelangeli is the best pianist in this work !

[ilpianista89]

@Bobby3960

I think he is the best in all works! :)

[MetGriller]

lol xD

[cicerone63]

Abbado is German?

[organboi]

yuck yuck yuck. that trumpet player just RUSHED like a bat of hell. i'm outta here.

[mrpossibilities]

LOL! You just said it as if you were literally stepping out of the concert hall

[cicerone63]

why the period of Celibidache to the direction of Berliner was so short? He was considered not enough prepared?

[peromaneste]

"Not prepared" might have been part of it, though it all depends on whom you compare Celi with. However, his not being German enough was rather the likely reason.

[ludowicovan]

OMG! Michelangeli and Celi TOGETHER! Thank you for posting!

[davidjb100]

It's interesting to hear how Ravel incorporated jazz into his already unique style. This is, without a doubt, a milestone in 20th century music.

[daniel15671]

To me, the danger in this movement is that the piano may start to sound like a sewing machine. Sometimes it's better to slow down a bit at the beginning, to give oneself somewhere to go, so to speak.

[Bobby3960]

J'adore l'acoustique du Royal Festival Hall.

[nonogilb]

moi non il ya beaucoup trop de réverb

et en plus l'enregistrement sur bande rend le son "acide".

[frederickfrederikfre]

N.1

[Bobby3960]

A bit jazzy 3:43... I like it.

[Bobby3960]

No, the tempo is the tempo wanted by Ravel.

[martinakias]

A true legend...his perfection is almost fictionary

[mdoub]

exceptional performance

he needs a du-rag to go along with that mullet

[chamade16]

Indeed! Just GET ON WITH IT. A most irritating performance, missing the spirit by miles. No Gershwin cakewalks here...

[minovlad]

gli ho inseganto tutto io...

[mcnardo]

what precision technique

[lokopiano]

Michelangelli one of greatest pianists of all times.

Here h`played like GOD.

And the Celibedache BLUFF conducted as always did. He looks like if he is doing first sight reading.

Why Michelangelli accept to be conducted by that pig?.

lokopiano

[lokopiano]

Look at that incredible effortless technique.

It belongs to any different world.......

Amazing..........¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡¡­¡¡¡

lokopiano

[Lukecash12]

Ravel is very interesting in this one, there isn't very much of a main motiff that develops itself or rhythmic devices that build upon themselves, very much of a sentimental kind of satirical joke, a refreshingly optimistic way of not taking things too seriously.

[oktalp]

I have owned his recording of this with the Rach No. 4 on the other side since my Conservatory days. Such perfect pianism and musicianship should be a joy to everyone.

[johnson02010]

The Ravel on CD you mentioned is another recording difference from this, but fatanstic as well.

[hodgins]

man this shit blows my mind

[kajohada]

...do you have one,mind i mean, or do you have only shit in your brain.and so shit comes to shit,that´s pretty nice;)))

[coasterman16]

It's interesting how such a boring visual spectacle can yield one of the best recordings of this piece.

[MattHartTuks]

What a superb performance, truly one of my favourites. The Cadenza is absolutely sublime, and possibly the smoothest trills I've ever heard. :)

[kajohada]

i never saw and heard any pianist playing this concerto as divinely as arturo benedetti michelangeli,it´s really wonderful! :-)

[4evaFanFuruba]

BRAVO !!! The way Celibidache conduct it's like drawing many butterflies in the air XD

[Thansferium]

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[RODRIMAZ1847]

Lo mejor

[natsu423]

This is one of the best performances of this concerto!

Bravissimo Michelangeli!!

[parkourjordz]

great!... I have this record... lol look at 1:18 the clarinetist is like " Is this thing on?" I play Clarinet and piano.... so its rather shameful from the clarinet side of things but wonderful piano playing!

[veseli601]

Great performance!

[Disasterpiece03]

This is great! GO RAVEL!

[vietxTonny]

u dun get any better than michelangeli when it comes to this concerto

[4evaFanFuruba]

he's so amazing...and big hands ! this concerto is truly beautiful..

[Svaple]

Perfect ending, thank you Celibidache.

[Mascagnano]

Osservate le mani del maestro Michelangeli!!!

[neme5151]

man, michelangeli makes playing piano look as easy as making a sandwich. just put your hands on the white and black thingys and thats it, but boy, this is so f**** hard to play, it's not even funny

[honeypianist]

does anyone knows where can i find this full piano concerto score in internet??? with a good edition??? pleaaseeeee help!!

[pianoista]

It's still under copyright, so you won't be able to find it online for free (legally, anyway). The only edition I've ever seen is the Durand one edited by Lucien Garban; I got my copy from sheetmusicplus.

[Kurtyoungblood]

If you like the music than you should do Ravel a service by BUYING it.

[GreggaryPeccary]

He's dead.

[Kurtyoungblood]

:) No he isn't - I can hear him right now.

But yeah, he's so dead, and he's definitely not watching over us or something insane, but getting his music illegally is stealing in the exact sense of the word. Someone owns the rights to his music and if you love Ravel's music you should WANT to buy it.

[GreggaryPeccary]

Yeah, probably some cigar-chomper owns the rights, since Ravel didn't have any kids. On a more serious note, it's certainly a good thing to have the music for free online. People should figure out how to alter the business and rearrange employments in order to make money again. Just kidding, I don't have the answer to that problem

[musiplusi]

at least the music IS free, 70 years after composers dead (Ravel died 1937).

Maybe, that pianist (dead as well) conducter (who did nearly no official music productions - dead like the others) or any guy in the orchestra has any rights in the production.

But as well it's really nice, to be able to share this divine music with this divine artist. thanks by the way.

[afertyus1000]

yup, whilst i am watching this the electric on my pc costs me money,michelangeli got paid,ravel got paid,this is only a RECORDING not real

[musiplusi]

well [starts to become offtopic]- I think, Kurtyoungblood's not so wrong: nobody can pay what's "worth" a composition like this or a performance. So what we pay for a recording helps, to give musicians and artists what they deserve and can go on working great stuff. What's maybe more important for the lots and lots which are not superstars - but even they: shall get paid well, if they do good for us, don't they?

But - it's good as well, that one day stops that necessarity...

[afertyus1000]

possibly but how does someone value 'worth' certainly not the composer or musician,it is probably some financial pen-pusher in his office creaming off the profits and giving the artists a token payment

also if a music-lover has'nt the means to buy a said performance why have'nt they the right as much as a wealthier individula ie dignitaries who get the best seats in the house even though they may not particularly want to be there?

[Sinfoniette]

Well, I think he cares about us appreciating it more than money because he's in heaven. :)

[Isidroprada]

Beautiful. This first movement is so amusing ! (Five stars)

[aldebussy]

Very different. Michelangeli was a tad too perfect for impressionist rep. I hear EVERY single note. It was a bit painful in the beginning. I like notes geting a bit glossed over.

[sakonhon]

I don't think this is really impressionist. Michelangeli was a technical wiz- perfect for this, imho. :)

[ashleyohtori]

I know what you mean. Its almost like he's mocking impressionistic rep by even performing it.

[DaKrazedKyubizt]

the hell is michelangeli doin' with that heinous hair???

but very nice playing though!

[boomzxz]

That is a piano.

[Saxopwnerer]

Best performance of the Ravel I have ever heard!

[clymnestre]

Deux génies ensemble!!!!!!

[JohnnyKapsberger]

Unbelievable.

At thirty seconds there is the most blatant cheating I've ever seen on a concert platform.

Didn't it occur to him that the cameras might pick it up?

[jakegauthier]

Cheating??? Can you explain?

[FredDrindowicz]

Hi Jake......I was making a lame joke.

He does some glissandi with a finger which would be easier than fingering it as a scale. The score says glissando but rest assured he could finger the same notes and we'd be none the wiser.

As I said.....a weak smart-ass joke on my part.

Have you checked out Michelangeli playing Scarlatti ?

Johnny.

[Haeronthegreat]

Trust me, glissando sounds much different to a scale, even from Michaelangeli...

[phoxee]

This is the first time I've ever heard Arturo Benedetti Michelangeli and I guess it is unfortunate that I heard him play this after hearing Martha Argerich play it several times. After her, I thought his playing of this concerto is very bland and uninteresting.

She once studied under him. Maybe he taught her too well. Or maybe I've got a tin ear.

[RabidCh]

I don't think this is a good enough recording to capture Michelangeli properly; the sound is a bit harsh here and even sounds clipped in some areas.

That being said, it could just be your musical taste.

[paulostroff99]

Bravo! One of the greatest pianists of all time! TY.

[nostromissimo]

Whatever anyone considers best, consider this: Whether Michelangeli was an aristoctrat or not, he played as if he were. He led by example, (He couldn't make it easier for the conductor), didn't show off, was in perfect control of himself, sensitive and didn't show any flaws. All this at a time when the old school were by todays standards a bit rough and ready, this is unique. Who cares who is better? Michelangeli is always worth a listen, you don't get what he gave every day.

[pianodan10]

Indeed, you won't find more confident playing and posture than this guy; no matter who you prefer, that is a great way to put it: "Michelangeli is always worth a listen, you don't get what he gave every day"

Every recording is of a consistant quality hat is just, magical. And I love that his way of playing reflects that. No extranious movements, just a look of complete control. And those hands... I have never seen hands move the way Mochelangeli's do.

[dstol62]

Some people favor the Agerich version, but Michelangeli's original recording for Angel from 1958 with Ettore Gracis conducting is THE reference recording for performers wishing to get inside of this work. The second movement in particular is unparalleled on that recording.

[jmealonso]

the best recording and interpretation of this work by far!

[simsa21]

Gänsehaut!!

[reonat]

I always wondered what they do the 'tsch' sound at the very beginning. Anyone knows?

[golgicomplex]

They've got two planks of wood hinged together and they smack them together. The technical term is "orchestral whip."

[dedal141]

IMO is the best version i've heard of this concert. Do you know another?

[rawjade07]

I've only heard Michelangeli on disc - it is great to SEE him play. Thanks.

[exalipoor]

Thanks for this!

[cipciripcirip]

Celibidache & Michelangeli together... What a team!

[minetto2]

il est clair qu'ici, pour le 1er mvt, Ravel a ete influence par Gershwin, d'ailleurs, ils se sont rencontres mais il est interessant de constater comment Ravel a reussi a integre le jazz dans son propre langage

[HenrikHolck]

Here is the world greatest conducter in our time!

[ytpiano7]

Bahhh..........he was (fortunately WAS) a complete bluff. The real GREAT here is Benedetti Michelangelli.

Look at the hands of celibedache, all opposite contrary movements in his arms. Not a single amount of independence.. He just was a myth.. he lools as a band conductor.

ytpiano7

[MisfitFromReno]

Dude looks just like Chopin... crazy.

[HenrikHolck]

Yes - Maybe He is Chopin reincarnate, its sure a possibility, I think!

[mrbuncher]

wonderful!!!

[phemt666]

lol, the great cecil licad! Please shut up, it's better ;)

[KevinFromSD]

Tempo is rather slow; lacks energy and fire.

It almost put me to sleep. Listen to Cecile Licad play this concerto and you'll feel alive and invigorated.

[cesar314]

Though it is a bit showy and sacrifices sincerity for wit, I prefer the tempo and attitude of the '55 version with Michelangeli. This here seems tired and worn.

[matanuskan]

this is a perfect performance but i find the tempo a little reserved

[tanekim09]

Does anyone interested in playing piano?

I practiced "Flight of the bumble bee" for 6 monthes and I am now tired of it, so I just recorded it for fun, lol.

watch?v=Yi3fsLas2gc

[joe123abc09]

Does anyone know why the trumpet player is on a Bb trumpet? I always thought that this was played on a C trumpet.

[scbaseball214]

Even though most American orchestras have used C-trumpets for 30 or so years, British orchestras very rarely use anything but Bb's (even on pieces like this where a C-trumpet makes things much easier!)

[lauraabaigar]

Fabolous!i wish i could play the piano just like him...

it was the Best Eva...

[GreatPianists]

I'd like to thank "twotea22" for posting this amazing recording of the Ravel Concerto from arguably the best interpreter of Ravel and Debussy there ever was. Michelangeli's repertoire was limited, and his performances infrequent, compared to others of his time such as Richter, but it is clear that his playing was exquisite (at worst), and there is never a single wrong note. Absolute perfection.

[44gz]

Well put. Although I actually have a recording of him playing the Emperor with Celibidache where he clobbers a wrong note. Worth it just for that. Might be the only one he ever made.

[GreatPianists]

Hmm...the Emperor I have is perfect. I'll have to check that recording out.

It's a pity that whenever pianists miss a note is a "clobbered" note.

[44gz]

Do check it out, but do so for Celibidache, not the wrong note. Celibidache said something to the effect that when he listens to Michelangeli play, he is glad that he gave up the piano. One genius appreciating another.

Is anybody aware of a recording of Celi with Richter? I read somewhere about their collaborating, but I've never come across any recording.

The Emperor I'd really like to hear is Neuhaus'. Richter felt Neuhaus' interpretation was definitive so he never performed the work.

[chilean100]

watch Patricio Molina

[therealong]

Pity the sound wasn't so good! Why?

[sagalat]

So Gershwin owes some debt to Ravel? Wasn't there a tale about him visiting Ravel to "learn about something"? And Ravel, with modesty, demurred, "No, I would probably learn more from you." Great performance, great video. Thanks

[GreatPianists]

Yes, I think Gershwin went to Ravel for some lessons in composition or theory or something, and Ravel was like "well how 'bout YOU give ME some lessons..."

[superlativehorse9]

Wikipedia tells the story that when Gershwin asked Ravel for advice he, Ravel, asked "Why be a second rate Ravel when you could be a first rate Gershwin?"

[gaerduane]

Right at 7:00 the RH trills sound like a "thermon" (wrong spelling, the strange "sound effect" often used in sci-fi movies. On the studio recording he made, coupled with the Rachmaninov 4th Piano Concerto, the sound is so smooth there, it is truly spooky!

[uwebassu]

i love the impressionism:D

[matanuskan]

wow this is an amazing performance of an amazing piece

[ciga86]

The best concert i've ever seen....Michelangeli has no comparison....

[BrunoDeBordeaux]

Please stop spreading these nonsenses!

[BrunoDeBordeaux]

My first comment goes to shangtia and all people who keep spreading this stupid message in YouTube. I have long read this and I AM STILL ALIVE.

[adlere]

believe it or not i was present at this concert in london nearly twenty five years ago- i was deeply moved seeing it again. michelangeli was unique to see live- what a stage presence! absolutely unforgettable

[otilia46]

Great conductor Sergiu Celibidache, great Pianist A.Benedetti Michelangeli. Tanks!

[ramsmenon]

can you tell me why he waves his hand around 3 minutes. He is nice to watch but what does he mean? was someone coughing?

[LousyPianist]

I'm used to hear a pretty different version of this piece. That's perhaps why I disagree with all you... Sorry. I'm hure he's good.

[PianoProductions]

I am used to it, and that is the only reason I except it the way it is. But I think Bernstein's interpretation is far better, and so is Margaret Long's.

[tafy1973]

When a journalist ask Ricther why he never play a ravel's concert he said that Michelangeli already do it. Simply the best. bye

[edwardkuz]

Actually Richter said it about Beethoven's Emperor referring to Gilels(just a correction) :) He did not even like Michelangeli's playing most of the time.