Although I’ve listened to the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra’s recording with Simon Rattle of your wonderful “Pluto: The Renewer,” I must say that David Lloyd-Jones and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra is more my cup of tea. Still, “Pluto” is definitely a fitting bonus movement for _The Planets,_ as renewal through any means necessary is Pluto’s astrological representation. Not a lot of people know that astrology played a big role in the original suite, so I’m glad that there are those who do. If you’d like a specific recording to listen to, I suggest Sir Charles Mackerras with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. By far and away, it’s the best. ruclips.net/p/PLbPnu_ZaPDk2ioD73SHAWmzb2B6mDshl4
Quite by chance I came by The Planets individually. And I remember finding it incredible to believe that the man who wrote Venus The Bringer of Peace, could also be the composer of Jupiter The Bringer of Jollity and Mars The Bringer of War. And can I just say that John Williams owes this man a great deal of gratitude. Without Holst, Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Superman and Close Encounters would not sound as beautiful. This has been a wonderful documentary, thanks so much.
This documentary is pure gold for everyone who appreciates Holst and his music. I loved the story about the orchestra getting the St. Paul's Suite with the ink still wet--how amazing! I played this piece in high school myself and felt nothing but wonder for his student who had the extraordinary privilege of playing in that orchestra.
I'm sorry I simply couldn't make it all the way to the end without stopping to grieve the omission of at least a mention of The Cloud Messenger, which our choir performed as a west coast premiere 2 years ago. We found it glorious to sing as a spiritual piece, since as a choir the words are often paramount.
A fantastic documentary to a great composer and beautiful human being. So interesting to hear so many first hand accounts. I could also listen to Imogen Holst all day she, like her father, imbues enthusiasm. I always visit her grave when I pay homage to Britten. Thank you so much for posting this brilliant historical document/documentary.
Just encountered this, by accident. Absolutely lovely: thanks. A real treat to see the interviews with the other great luminaries, Rubbra, Tippett, Howells et al.
Thanks for letting us see this! It's an excellent look at all three aspects of Holst (composer, teacher, and activist), and I found out a couple of things I hadn't known yet.
Brilliant documentary about one of the greatest composers of the 20th century. Thank you. I loved hearing first hand memories of his daughter, his students, and his collogues. The anthem from the middle of Jupiter still grabs my soul.
Beautifully put together, Bruno. It was so good to hear the reminiscences of so many of GH's younger associates, especially his former pupils at St Pauls.
Well done, Bruno - great job. Very nicely edited and assembled. This video is a real gem for the history and legacy of Holst, and a superb treat for Holst fans and scholars alike. Indeed, it's important material for anyone interested in classical music the world over, particularly given Holst's tremendous contributions to the canon of serious art music. So many revealing insights into the great man and his life and work. It's really important that such material is shared openly so you have done Holst's legacy a great favour by your excellent work. As regards some of the concerns about quality of old film footage and the desire to remaster such footage, I personally don't think you should worry. Often it's nice when such footage is enhanced (usually at great expense), but sometimes the faded and imperfect elements actually have a charm and authenticity all of their own. As a Holst/Planets scholar and massive fan of Holst, I loved it. So thank you very much indeed.
Many many thanks for this wonderful programme. Mr Holst has always been my favourite composer. The whole presentation is trully wonderful and all the photographs are indeed a real treat. Once again many thanks..
A lovely sensitive and inciteful portrait of the man and his work. Really interesting descriptions of his teaching from his clearly impressed students. I was surprised at my own emotional response to Imogen’s description of his memorial service at Chichester cathedral. Tomorrow will indeed be our dancing day…….🙏 Bruno
Very interesting thank you. I'm fascinated by the attitude that Benjamin Britten had to those two great friends and towers of British music, Holst and Vaughan Williams. He loved Holst's music and often used to tell Imogen as much. On The other hand he didn't for R.V.W.'s music at all !
Superb work with huge congratulations to you Bruno for bringing this long project over many years to final completion. I am sure this will renew interest in this important musical figure for many
An excellent and very important documentary. Perhaps it could get English subtitles (and indeed other languages) in order to extend its reach to those who don't understand so well?
I wonder what he would think if he were to learn that nowadays, on the Radio, his Planets Suite would be regularly voted in as being in the Top 10 of the Nation's favourite music in the Classic FM Hall of Fame.....
Olá Dimitrie, obrigado pelo comentário. Na verdade eu comecei a legendar, esta mais da metade, mas devido aos compromissos com a faculdade acabei adianto e ainda não terminei, mas espero finalizar em breve. Se você estiver interessando em estudar Holst, tenho muito material, pode entrar em contato comigo diretamente caso desejar. email: brunochavo123@gmail.com Se quiser posso te enviar a transcrição do documentário e então você acompanhar pelo texto... Até pode traduzir no Google Translate. Um abraço
Thanks so much Bruno for all your work on this project!
Thank you so much for all your support Colin, without you this would not be possible...
Although I’ve listened to the Berlin Philharmonic Orchestra’s recording with Simon Rattle of your wonderful “Pluto: The Renewer,” I must say that David Lloyd-Jones and the Royal Scottish National Orchestra is more my cup of tea. Still, “Pluto” is definitely a fitting bonus movement for _The Planets,_ as renewal through any means necessary is Pluto’s astrological representation. Not a lot of people know that astrology played a big role in the original suite, so I’m glad that there are those who do. If you’d like a specific recording to listen to, I suggest Sir Charles Mackerras with the Royal Liverpool Philharmonic Orchestra. By far and away, it’s the best.
ruclips.net/p/PLbPnu_ZaPDk2ioD73SHAWmzb2B6mDshl4
Quite by chance I came by The Planets individually. And I remember finding it incredible to believe that the man who wrote Venus The Bringer of Peace, could also be the composer of Jupiter The Bringer of Jollity and Mars The Bringer of War.
And can I just say that John Williams owes this man a great deal of gratitude. Without Holst, Star Wars, Indiana Jones, Superman and Close Encounters would not sound as beautiful.
This has been a wonderful documentary, thanks so much.
This documentary is pure gold for everyone who appreciates Holst and his music. I loved the story about the orchestra getting the St. Paul's Suite with the ink still wet--how amazing! I played this piece in high school myself and felt nothing but wonder for his student who had the extraordinary privilege of playing in that orchestra.
Simply wonderful! Thanks so much for posting this fabulous documentary featuring one of my two favourite composers - the other being RVW.
Gustav Holst....a real genius. Since I ve heard the first piece, it was op.37 .....admire his music, magical scores ❤❤❤
I'm sorry I simply couldn't make it all the way to the end without stopping to grieve the omission of at least a mention of The Cloud Messenger, which our choir performed as a west coast premiere 2 years ago. We found it glorious to sing as a spiritual piece, since as a choir the words are often paramount.
Lovely little film. Watched this a couple of times now, great footage of Imogen, fascinating lady, and of Edmund Rubbra. Well done, wonderful.
Nice work, buddy.
Evan
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A fantastic documentary to a great composer and beautiful human being. So interesting to hear so many first hand accounts. I could also listen to Imogen Holst all day she, like her father, imbues enthusiasm. I always visit her grave when I pay homage to Britten.
Thank you so much for posting this brilliant historical document/documentary.
Thank you for visiting those graves...especially Britten.....I value his music so much.
Just encountered this, by accident. Absolutely lovely: thanks. A real treat to see the interviews with the other great luminaries, Rubbra, Tippett, Howells et al.
Thanks for letting us see this! It's an excellent look at all three aspects of Holst (composer, teacher, and activist), and I found out a couple of things I hadn't known yet.
An amazing look into Holst's work as a composer and teacher! All the interviews are priceless.
Brilliant documentary about one of the greatest composers of the 20th century. Thank you. I loved hearing first hand memories of his daughter, his students, and his collogues. The anthem from the middle of Jupiter still grabs my soul.
Beautifully put together, Bruno. It was so good to hear the reminiscences of so many of GH's younger associates, especially his former pupils at St Pauls.
Just wonderful! Congratulations.
Well done, Bruno - great job. Very nicely edited and assembled. This video is a real gem for the history and legacy of Holst, and a superb treat for Holst fans and scholars alike. Indeed, it's important material for anyone interested in classical music the world over, particularly given Holst's tremendous contributions to the canon of serious art music. So many revealing insights into the great man and his life and work. It's really important that such material is shared openly so you have done Holst's legacy a great favour by your excellent work. As regards some of the concerns about quality of old film footage and the desire to remaster such footage, I personally don't think you should worry. Often it's nice when such footage is enhanced (usually at great expense), but sometimes the faded and imperfect elements actually have a charm and authenticity all of their own. As a Holst/Planets scholar and massive fan of Holst, I loved it. So thank you very much indeed.
Many many thanks for this wonderful programme. Mr Holst has always been my favourite composer. The whole presentation is trully wonderful and all the photographs are indeed a real treat. Once again many thanks..
Thanks for your comment Paul! I think we can become friends 😅 do you have social media or email?
To have Holst`s daughter as conductor, must been incredible emotional.....
Thank you Bruno. Very interesting indeed.
Just wonderful! - thanks to whatever algorithm sent it to me...and such marvellous perceptive interviews, too!
A lovely sensitive and inciteful portrait of the man and his work. Really interesting descriptions of his teaching from his clearly impressed students. I was surprised at my own emotional response to Imogen’s description of his memorial service at Chichester cathedral. Tomorrow will indeed be our dancing day…….🙏 Bruno
Very interesting thank you. I'm fascinated by the attitude that Benjamin Britten had to those two great friends and towers of British music, Holst and Vaughan Williams. He loved Holst's music and often used to tell Imogen as much. On The other hand he didn't for R.V.W.'s music at all !
Delightful…priceless work…
Well done for the sensitive integration of material from various sources with the original interviews.
Your Dorset footage was very helpful, thank you very much!
Great work resurrecting this historically important material into a lovely little documentary.
Wonderfully done. Many thanks.
congratulations bruno, excellent work with videos and editing, I wish my best to you
It is remarkable that you were able to find and complete this project. Handsomely done. Thank you!
Heartwarming
Superb work with huge congratulations to you Bruno for bringing this long project over many years to final completion. I am sure this will renew interest in this important musical figure for many
An excellent and very important documentary. Perhaps it could get English subtitles (and indeed other languages) in order to extend its reach to those who don't understand so well?
Thank you so much, yes, i'll subtitle this weekend, i got pretty busy this week.
Gustav Holst Daughter Looked Just Like Him !!!...
I saw Holst's tomb when I go to England I will visit
Claudevan melo.
7:02 ish...I wanna hear THAT performance of the First Suite! Is there a full recording somewhere?
Great-My friend Maxim lives fulham,Holst a Genius,Bye for now love Alan
I wonder what he would think if he were to learn that nowadays, on the Radio, his Planets Suite would be regularly voted in as being in the Top 10 of the Nation's favourite music in the Classic FM Hall of Fame.....
Aquele documentário que se aprecia cada momento
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September 27th? Surely, you have mis-read that 1 as a 7.
You're right, the correct date is September 21st, it was my mistake that I didn't realize, I'll put a warning. Thanks!
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Coloca umas legenda aí mano dps 🙏
Olá Dimitrie, obrigado pelo comentário. Na verdade eu comecei a legendar, esta mais da metade, mas devido aos compromissos com a faculdade acabei adianto e ainda não terminei, mas espero finalizar em breve. Se você estiver interessando em estudar Holst, tenho muito material, pode entrar em contato comigo diretamente caso desejar. email: brunochavo123@gmail.com Se quiser posso te enviar a transcrição do documentário e então você acompanhar pelo texto... Até pode traduzir no Google Translate. Um abraço
1:22 Edmund Rubbra, a very badly neglected composer