You have some good points @wbiro. However, isn't it also important to honor the composer by performing the work to his specifications? Example - in one of Beethoven's earlier string quartets op. 18 no. 6, the tempo for the first movement is WHOLE NOTE = 100bmp. (Speaking from experience, that tempo is IMPOSSIBLY fast). However, when my quartet found out about Beethoven's notation, we decided to perform the piece much faster than originally intended.
the only thing bad here is the musical mentality they're developing in- let them play it to the speed of their maximum artistic (emotional and intellectual expression) level- music is not about the music itself, it is a vehicle... the best moments here would be when the performers try to express something beyond the music, by using the music. I don't care if they're five-year-olds- drama is drama, emotion is emotion, imagery is imagery. Ask rather, "What are they saying?" (better yet, thinking)
I feel like dynamics and tempo's changes are not enough stressed, but it could be also for the bad acustic. I love so much this piece. Anyway, I don't thing it sounds like a shame!
No problem sir at all! I am sorry for the tone if it seemed harsh. I can't help but think of all of the perfomers that had to get out in front of an audience, learn performance, get critiqued, etc., all to improve the many needed skills... Heck look at the early performances/reviews of Shostakovich's or Frank Zappa's (LOL), continual improvement. (ps, I didn't give you the thumbs down, I don't like seeing that stuff either...) Take care my friend!
The music is indeed excellent, though I must agree that the acoustics could be much better. That, of course, is not your fault. I wish there were such camps near where I lived.
You have some good points @wbiro. However, isn't it also important to honor the composer by performing the work to his specifications? Example - in one of Beethoven's earlier string quartets op. 18 no. 6, the tempo for the first movement is WHOLE NOTE = 100bmp. (Speaking from experience, that tempo is IMPOSSIBLY fast). However, when my quartet found out about Beethoven's notation, we decided to perform the piece much faster than originally intended.
kelseymusik 1 year ago
the only thing bad here is the musical mentality they're developing in- let them play it to the speed of their maximum artistic (emotional and intellectual expression) level- music is not about the music itself, it is a vehicle... the best moments here would be when the performers try to express something beyond the music, by using the music. I don't care if they're five-year-olds- drama is drama, emotion is emotion, imagery is imagery. Ask rather, "What are they saying?" (better yet, thinking)
wbiro 2 years ago
it is not good: ensemble isn't together, balance is horrible, the acoustic is horrible.
athleticmatt 3 years ago
I feel like dynamics and tempo's changes are not enough stressed, but it could be also for the bad acustic. I love so much this piece. Anyway, I don't thing it sounds like a shame!
PinkIllimani 4 years ago
if you say this performance is good how long way can you imagine from good to grate? For me it`s a shame to play like this.
mi0cello 4 years ago
stay in the woodshed until your a master...I think not, let them play...
I've listen to this piece for (only) 20 years, and it was still enjoyable! Let them make music!
Peace
KeeleyElectronics 3 years ago 2
hmm, maybe u`r right, I was very confused when writing this opinion
mi0cello 3 years ago
No problem sir at all! I am sorry for the tone if it seemed harsh. I can't help but think of all of the perfomers that had to get out in front of an audience, learn performance, get critiqued, etc., all to improve the many needed skills... Heck look at the early performances/reviews of Shostakovich's or Frank Zappa's (LOL), continual improvement. (ps, I didn't give you the thumbs down, I don't like seeing that stuff either...) Take care my friend!
Robert
KeeleyElectronics 3 years ago
Are you russian by any chance? Only russians can be so critical!
dmelkumo 3 years ago
There is no need to be russian it`s enough to be a cellist
mi0cello 3 years ago
yeah...he is not that great...but still
dmelkumo 3 years ago
@mi0cello It's a shame you don't know how to spell the word "great"...
funinthesun89 1 year ago
The music is indeed excellent, though I must agree that the acoustics could be much better. That, of course, is not your fault. I wish there were such camps near where I lived.
klf145 4 years ago
Bravissimi,sia sotto il profilo tecnico che artistico
ciavattarmy 4 years ago
I didn't know people played this song. I have a young quartet playing it I'm playing firsts. Long but very exciting!
Gaston1324 4 years ago
yep you play this great piece quite well..some of the detail is a bit muffled and uncertain..pretty good but
robion1957 4 years ago
the acoustics are not the greatest.
gspaulsson 4 years ago
excellent. please i want to hear the theme russe (allegro)
elfefudo 4 years ago
What talented young people. All this accomplished in just five short days.
lindakayaz 4 years ago
We sounded awesome!
violamaster7 4 years ago