Just began watching, but loved how Reuben looked from the get-go --- unlike many other conductors in Benjamin Zander's classes you could tell easily he was here to conduct, that he wanted to and even his face told the same story.
It's a very interesting thing how different people can hear and see and feel. For me it was the opposite - it seems as he would lie with his face. He wanted connect to the music, but it was somehow not true. He did it probably well, it is just my impression due the whole time when he conducted. I wouldn't want to play with him. I wrote this just because of I am totally interested in musical taste.
Oh, so that's correct! I was guessing, from seeing this and the Daniel Cho / Beethoven Sym. 5 one, with the same players, posted so close in time. ruclips.net/video/wCkQ138sg6M/видео.html And what's the third one you refer to? Thanks!
So many excellent comments that Benjamin makes, but the one that made me start grinning from ear of ear like a madman was how he described the chorale as "giving thanks". I've studied Brahms 1 before, I've played it before (timpani! Thank you for the shoutout during the horn solo, Maestro, it's unbelievably difficult!), but as gorgeous and soul-touching as that moment is, I'd never thought of it before as "giving thanks". But then, he says that, and it's just so obviously TRUE, that I can't believe I never noticed it before. What an astonishingly incredible fount of musical knowledge and human connection.
Sounds more interesting, that movement, than I remember...I remember last time I listened to that symphony I didn't care much for it...there might have been a movement I liked...
Benjamin Zander: That's not what Beethoven wrote! It should be 92 bpm!! also Benjamin Zander: It says 'no accelerando' that's the place where you do an accelerando
@@maazzafar2822 you’re right. He’s just having fun. It just doesn’t say “accel”. By this point though, in romantic music, it’s assumed that with a crescendo, the tempo will push forward a little bit.
Question: Who is that ultra talented pianist who works with BZ every instruction session? She is fantastic at interpreting his instructions into measuring her playing accordingly. Anyone know?
A wonderful experience - a storm of emotion! Reuben is just fabulous under the tutelage of the great Maestro.
Just began watching, but loved how Reuben looked from the get-go --- unlike many other conductors in Benjamin Zander's classes you could tell easily he was here to conduct, that he wanted to and even his face told the same story.
Fully agree. I would enjoy playing for him. He has the commanding presence I'd want.
It's a very interesting thing how different people can hear and see and feel. For me it was the opposite - it seems as he would lie with his face. He wanted connect to the music, but it was somehow not true. He did it probably well, it is just my impression due the whole time when he conducted.
I wouldn't want to play with him.
I wrote this just because of I am totally interested in musical taste.
Benjamin! 3 interpretations within 14 hours. I have to get back to work. I can't stop watching... can't wait for the next one. Thank you
Oh, so that's correct! I was guessing, from seeing this and the Daniel Cho / Beethoven Sym. 5 one, with the same players, posted so close in time. ruclips.net/video/wCkQ138sg6M/видео.html
And what's the third one you refer to?
Thanks!
20:28 - 20:42 is my favourite part. Reuben's focus, intensity, and willingness to take on board the suggestion was great to see.
So many excellent comments that Benjamin makes, but the one that made me start grinning from ear of ear like a madman was how he described the chorale as "giving thanks". I've studied Brahms 1 before, I've played it before (timpani! Thank you for the shoutout during the horn solo, Maestro, it's unbelievably difficult!), but as gorgeous and soul-touching as that moment is, I'd never thought of it before as "giving thanks". But then, he says that, and it's just so obviously TRUE, that I can't believe I never noticed it before. What an astonishingly incredible fount of musical knowledge and human connection.
Beautiful, exquisite! So much content and so much more.
Thank you for posting such unique content! :)
“Never conduct, and you will go far “ Benjamin Zander
I love how Mr Zander clicks 66bpm at @37:47 exactly without a metronome...
Well he's studied Beethoven's metronome marks for years.
I liked how he described the life of flautist.
“... and orchestra players dont go to Switzerland. “
"It's the fulfillment of their life dream. Be with them."
J'adore... Quel musicien et quelle juste réflection sur l'utilité et le rôle du chef d'orchestre !
I wish I could see Zander's orchestra rehersal
Dear brother Benjamin. Suffering is the root of creativity... As long as people of tragedies don’t turn into pharaohs under which they suffered...
Sounds more interesting, that movement, than I remember...I remember last time I listened to that symphony I didn't care much for it...there might have been a movement I liked...
Benjamin Zander: That's not what Beethoven wrote! It should be 92 bpm!!
also Benjamin Zander: It says 'no accelerando' that's the place where you do an accelerando
I am assuming the original score does not prohibit an accelerando. Someone please correct me if I assume wrong.
@@maazzafar2822 you’re right. He’s just having fun. It just doesn’t say “accel”. By this point though, in romantic music, it’s assumed that with a crescendo, the tempo will push forward a little bit.
Wow!!!
anyone knows if a quaver upbeat is useful for this movement? its as slow as the intro of beethoven 1, where conductors often use a quaver upbeat
Did the 2nd pianist go over her union hours limit?
Ofcourse you have a huge advantage...no other in the world suffered anyway...
Oh my.... he's so handsome! I think I fell in love at about 5 min.
Question: Who is that ultra talented pianist who works with BZ every instruction session? She is fantastic at interpreting his instructions into measuring her playing accordingly. Anyone know?
I believe she is called Dina but I do not know her last name and yes she is amazing
@FORHEAVEN'SSAKEIDON'THAVEWIFI! DOH! Dina Vainshtein: great musician! 👏🏼
Entrance of the Triggered Trombones!
Any history fans who got this reference?
That Jewish joke...