The best performance advice I ever got was from the late, great trumpeter, John (Jumbo) Wilbraham. He said to me: "If you want to give an exciting performance you need to remember that an occasional exciting mistake is inevitable and natural"
Matt, I have enjoyed and appreciate your gift from God that you share with those of us who are not able to attend your concerts. The apostle Paul reminds us that we have gifts given by the Spirit and in using those gifts, "whatever you do do all for the glory of God." You are right--we who listen are there to be inspired by your gift of mastering the organ. Those of us who are not trained in music would likely not recognize a mistake. What inspires me is the fact that you being a young man devoted your time to learn how to master a magnificent instrument with wonderful music that lifts one's spirit and helps one to feel closer to God. When I was a child not yet in school my grandmother took me to church every Sunday. In worship service the part I liked most was hearing the organ (electronic). I fell in love with that instrument. As I got older I heard a pipe organ. To my ears and mind, nothing sounded better. I have not had music training but have come to appreciate classical music, especially from the pipe organ. I have a vast collection of recordings of all the great organists compositions of the past, and many modern organists. People like you continue to keep these organs alive and producing their praises to God. I live within a 30 minute drive of several churches that have magnificent organs that are silent because they cannot afford someone to play them. One church had their organ severely damaged by a leaky roof. A few others have abandoned their organ and replaced it with a praise band. Thank you for sharing your gift. A follower from Virginia, USA, near Washington, DC.
The great British piano pedagogue Tobias Matthay (who taught Dame Myra Hess and many other internationally famous pianists) used to say "Enjoy the music! Enjoy the music!"
Very open and personal explanation which is informative too. You are multi talented for sure but you have the positive mindset which is just as important as learning the notes! Always wishing you the best Matt. 😀🤗
Absolutely agree with you Matt. I am 63 I still do perform but I can remember some recitals and auditions for going to a conservatoire that went horribly wrong. Much of what Matt says is to do with performing to a audience. I will always remember one thing a Organ teacher told me having learnt a piece of music. Yes you got all the notes right but would you expect the audience to pay for that performance ?
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The best performance advice I ever got was from the late, great trumpeter, John (Jumbo) Wilbraham. He said to me: "If you want to give an exciting performance you need to remember that an occasional exciting mistake is inevitable and natural"
Matt, I have enjoyed and appreciate your gift from God that you share with those of us who are not able to attend your concerts. The apostle Paul reminds us that we have gifts given by the Spirit and in using those gifts, "whatever you do do all for the glory of God." You are right--we who listen are there to be inspired by your gift of mastering the organ. Those of us who are not trained in music would likely not recognize a mistake. What inspires me is the fact that you being a young man devoted your time to learn how to master a magnificent instrument with wonderful music that lifts one's spirit and helps one to feel closer to God.
When I was a child not yet in school my grandmother took me to church every Sunday. In worship service the part I liked most was hearing the organ (electronic). I fell in love with that instrument. As I got older I heard a pipe organ. To my ears and mind, nothing sounded better. I have not had music training but have come to appreciate classical music, especially from the pipe organ. I have a vast collection of recordings of all the great organists compositions of the past, and many modern organists.
People like you continue to keep these organs alive and producing their praises to God. I live within a 30 minute drive of several churches that have magnificent organs that are silent because they cannot afford someone to play them. One church had their organ severely damaged by a leaky roof. A few others have abandoned their organ and replaced it with a praise band.
Thank you for sharing your gift. A follower from Virginia, USA, near Washington, DC.
nervousness puts you on the edge - I agree wholeheartdly with your points on exercise. Thanks dear man for your openess and honesty. Play on maestro.
The great British piano pedagogue Tobias Matthay (who taught Dame Myra Hess and many other internationally famous pianists) used to say "Enjoy the music! Enjoy the music!"
Really inspiring episode Matt! One of your most interesting
Very open and personal explanation which is informative too. You are multi talented for sure but you have the positive mindset which is just as important as learning the notes! Always wishing you the best Matt. 😀🤗
Brilliant video....than you for sharing. Your are an incredible organist and person.
Maestro love listening to your music , inspiring, your truly blessed , wish I could meet you in person , God bless you, Richard USA New York USA 🇺🇸
I wish I had seen this vlog in the days when I was doing exam which almost immobilised me with fear.
Interesting and inspiring
Absolutely agree with you Matt. I am 63 I still do perform but I can remember some recitals and auditions for going to a conservatoire that went horribly wrong. Much of what Matt says is to do with performing to a audience. I will always remember one thing a Organ teacher told me having learnt a piece of music. Yes you got all the notes right but would you expect the audience to pay for that performance ?
Hi from South Carolina, I want to know where I can get a hoodie like the one you are wearing in this video? Thanks, great episode.
No. 3 for sure! Otherwise, how do you know what is going to go wrong, haha 😊
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What works for me is this. Right before a performance, I turn to the audience and shout: "You people mean nothing to me!"