I have performed this symphony many times (Fl. 1). There is nothing technically challenging about the piece, but every conductor I've worked with has talked about the difficulty of the final climax. One said, "If you give too much too early, you give away the ending." Mahler has similar issues (though much more technically challenging); however, there are usually 20+ extra players to help. I think what makes this piece work is fantastic tuba playing, which is much more effective in a live performance. (Yes, a flute player is complimenting the tuba!)
Absolutely! I recall a time long ago, on an online forum, when someone claimed to have heard a piece of classical music with a melody reminiscent of 'L'Amour Toujours'... and nobody believed him!
Like the dreams of childhood our troubled lives are fleeting, lasting less than 100 years. As we grow older, we realized how fleeting life is. This music is a breath of fresh air in this transient world in our life of so much hassle and annoyances
"You'll never know dear how much I love you, please don't take my sunshine away." The main melody heard mostly at the end is obvious inspiration for You Are My Sunshine.
When I hear this I am 17 again and in my attic conducting my sister's Dansette with a knitting needle. My first LP of classical music bought upon a whim and I was solid gone. For the next year I played that record almost to death (Barbirolli & the Halle). My claim to fame is I joined the Merchant Navy, bought a little battery powered Philips record player and one day in the South Pacific, landed on a desert island and played this symphony. Rising sea levels have claimed Bikeman Island, so it will never be repeated.
I still remember that concert even now. It was a privilege to be there to experience what a brilliant orchestra the LPO is. I saw the end through watery eyes, so much emotion was generated that night. Thank you so much 👏👏
Music gives meaning to sound, from meaning to sound, is born emotion. The interpretation is moving, to the point that words are no longer enough. Symphony No. 2 in D major, Opus 43, Movement IV. Finale: Allegro moderato. This piece inspired by romantic period develops towards a triumphal conclusion intended to awaken in the listener an image everything at once inspiring and soothing. It is rejoicing that in this repertoire the music either so well represented by an orchestration possessing a great variety of tonalities at the service a also poetic imagination. The execution is splendid with the talented conductor Edward Gardner and its musicians. *Lucien*
"[18:55, 13/07/2024] 1a this conveniently starts at 0:20 and finishes at 1:03 it is the 4th movt of the symphony and that is all you have to play. [18:59, 13/07/2024] this extract does both 2a and 3a starting at 8:35 through to the end, both extracts are included"
My favorite Romantic era piece of all time. This was an amazingly emotional thing to play as a violinist. The chromatic part and he big payoff will stir your soul. And the counterpoint between the plucked basses and the ascending strings around 4:20 was another moment that made the hair stand up on my arms, while in the midst of playing it.
Although the Sibelius 5th and 7th are considered to be greater symphonies, the 2nd remains the most popular and the ending ranks up there among the top ten most epic finales in all of classical music!
The 2nd is the most popular because it’s the most romantic in style. However it lacks the absolute perfection of the 7th. Agree about the 2nd’s finale, up there among the most impressive ever written.
In truth : The 2nd is the most beautiful and the most popular. Nos. 5 and 7 are of great instrumental richness without forgetting especially his symphonic poems « Finlandia » and « En Saga » which the latter is the most played and recorded in the world. This is that Sibelius for music lovers ! *Lucien*
I agree. this symphony never fails to bring me to tears, it just hits me on an emotional level - the building ostinato and the Amen plagal ending. @@LucienMarine
I still believe in your eyes I just don't care what you've done in your life Baby, I'll always be here by your side Don't leave me waiting too long, please, come by I still believe in your eyes There is no choice, I belong to your life Because I, I live to love you someday You'll be my baby and we'll fly away And I'll fly with you I'll fly with you I'll fly with you
La sinfonía op. 43 de Sibelius es una obra patriótica. No en vano los fineses la eligieron como símbolo representativo de su identidad nacional. La ejecución en el Teatro Colón el sábado 14/09/2024 por la Orquesta Filarmónica de Buenos Aires bajo la batuta del casi desconocido fuera del público habitué del mundillo melómano argentino, Maestro Alejo Pérez, se convirtió en el acontecimiento musical del año, y los que, como yo, tuvimos la suerte de presenciar ese evento, hemos sido magníficamente gratificados. Ocurre que Pérez es un especialista en dar vida a cada detalle de la partitura más compleja y ello se puso en evidencia claramente en el grandioso cuarto movimiento de esta sinfonía, al exponer durante los últimos 15 minutos de la obra, con minuciosidad el tema central y al mismo tiempo destacar una variación yuxtapuesta que cobró total relevancia sobre el final. Algo que es infrecuente escuchar en ejecuciones a cargo de directores muy renombrados en otros países. Sergio P. Brodsky
ah yes the timp roll that never ends at the end, when the conductor always wants more, but you have to hold a bit back for the crescendo in the last bar that they ALSO want....
Nice performance though I prefer the quiet section much quieter. Just too loud throughout and a bit on the fast side too. Szell, Cleveland, Tokyo 1970 is the gold standard in my opinion.
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I have performed this symphony many times (Fl. 1). There is nothing technically challenging about the piece, but every conductor I've worked with has talked about the difficulty of the final climax. One said, "If you give too much too early, you give away the ending." Mahler has similar issues (though much more technically challenging); however, there are usually 20+ extra players to help. I think what makes this piece work is fantastic tuba playing, which is much more effective in a live performance. (Yes, a flute player is complimenting the tuba!)
thought i'd never see the day!
So a good tuba player is what makes the piece work? Very odd comment. Wow. Are you trying to date a tuba player?
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As a retired football yobbo I like to get drunk and sing your going home in a London ambulance
I still believe in Sibelius' eyes. I just don't care what he's done in his life.
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6:57 - 7:02 Apparently this was the inspiration for the song L'Amour Toujours by Gigi D'Agostino
Exactly what I was thinking, immediately recognized the melody
yes
Absolutely! I recall a time long ago, on an online forum, when someone claimed to have heard a piece of classical music with a melody reminiscent of 'L'Amour Toujours'... and nobody believed him!
GigiDag played it BETTER... :D
Well well well
Like the dreams of childhood our troubled lives are fleeting, lasting less than 100 years.
As we grow older, we realized how fleeting life is.
This music is a breath of fresh air in this transient world in our life of so much hassle and annoyances
Great timpani roll at the end! He kept his head down while rolling to make sure his timpani mallets were evenly spaced.
"You'll never know dear how much I love you, please don't take my sunshine away." The main melody heard mostly at the end is obvious inspiration for You Are My Sunshine.
J'ai l'amour toujours pour cette musique.
Why wouldn't you?
@@organboi Gigi D' Agostino, l'amour toujours, un capolavoro
Tu m'ennuies. Cette musique ne t'appartient pas,
11:45. When the Major drops and low the brass hit. Nothing better in life.
one of my all time favorite symphonies and finales.
Orchestra is a present for people who knows emotion. Thank you for your existence❤
When I hear this I am 17 again and in my attic conducting my sister's Dansette with a knitting needle. My first LP of classical music bought upon a whim and I was solid gone. For the next year I played that record almost to death (Barbirolli & the Halle). My claim to fame is I joined the Merchant Navy, bought a little battery powered Philips record player and one day in the South Pacific, landed on a desert island and played this symphony. Rising sea levels have claimed Bikeman Island, so it will never be repeated.
I had a copy of the Barbirolli too-my sister gave me several of her old albums one day. Got a lot of milage out of it.
excellent story
What a story!
I’m shocked there are so few ‘thumbs up’. This is a stunning performance. Takes me back to my youth.
I agree. This is a year later and only a thousand upvotes. That is a disgrace for such a performance!!! One mouse click. That is all it takes!
The conductor is Edward Gardner. This is a very fine performance of otherwise great symphony with majestic ending.
Thank you! So disrespectful not to give him credit.
I still remember that concert even now. It was a privilege to be there to experience what a brilliant orchestra the LPO is. I saw the end through watery eyes, so much emotion was generated that night. Thank you so much 👏👏
Tremendous emotion I share with you. There is so much satisfaction in this Finale. Cheers to you, friend♥
Music gives meaning to sound, from meaning to sound, is born emotion. The interpretation is moving, to the point that words are no longer enough. Symphony No. 2 in D major, Opus 43, Movement IV. Finale: Allegro moderato. This piece inspired by romantic period develops towards a triumphal conclusion intended to awaken in the listener an image everything at once inspiring and soothing. It is rejoicing that in this repertoire the music either so well represented by an orchestration possessing a great variety of tonalities at the service a also poetic imagination. The execution is splendid with the talented conductor Edward Gardner and its musicians. *Lucien*
Breathtaking piece of music!
Thank you so much for the recording. So powerful and full of love. Made me cry at midnight.
"[18:55, 13/07/2024] 1a this conveniently starts at 0:20 and finishes at 1:03
it is the 4th movt of the symphony and that is all you have to play.
[18:59, 13/07/2024] this extract does both 2a and 3a starting at 8:35 through to the end, both extracts are included"
This is unbelievably good
My favorite Romantic era piece of all time. This was an amazingly emotional thing to play as a violinist. The chromatic part and he big payoff will stir your soul. And the counterpoint between the plucked basses and the ascending strings around 4:20 was another moment that made the hair stand up on my arms, while in the midst of playing it.
Although the Sibelius 5th and 7th are considered to be greater symphonies, the 2nd remains the most popular and the ending ranks up there among the top ten most epic finales in all of classical music!
The 2nd is the most popular because it’s the most romantic in style. However it lacks the absolute perfection of the 7th. Agree about the 2nd’s finale, up there among the most impressive ever written.
In truth : The 2nd is the most beautiful and the most popular. Nos. 5 and 7 are of great instrumental richness without forgetting especially his symphonic poems « Finlandia » and « En Saga » which the latter is the most played and recorded in the world. This is that Sibelius for music lovers ! *Lucien*
I agree. this symphony never fails to bring me to tears, it just hits me on an emotional level - the building ostinato and the Amen plagal ending. @@LucienMarine
@@Biber0315
I agree Biber. Beethoven and Sibelius are my absolute masters ! Take good care of yourself 😘
The 7th is unlike anything written-quite intellectually and emotionally moving@@TheVaughan5
The ending is utterly magnificent. Thanks you for sharing your great interpretation.
Perhaps someone could name the conductor…? 🙈
@@cgnclassics Edward Gardner
makes me want to weep... so beautiful
I still believe in your eyes
I just don't care what you've done in your life
Baby, I'll always be here by your side
Don't leave me waiting too long, please, come by
I still believe in your eyes
There is no choice, I belong to your life
Because I, I live to love you someday
You'll be my baby and we'll fly away
And I'll fly with you
I'll fly with you
I'll fly with you
Beautiful 🎼🌹
Breathtakingly and Powerfully Beautiful!!!!
No hay palabras, solo una maravillosa!!!!!
La sinfonía op. 43 de Sibelius es una obra patriótica. No en vano los fineses la eligieron como símbolo representativo de su identidad nacional. La ejecución en el Teatro Colón el sábado 14/09/2024 por la Orquesta Filarmónica de Buenos Aires bajo la batuta del casi desconocido fuera del público habitué del mundillo melómano argentino, Maestro Alejo Pérez, se convirtió en el acontecimiento musical del año, y los que, como yo, tuvimos la suerte de presenciar ese evento, hemos sido magníficamente gratificados. Ocurre que Pérez es un especialista en dar vida a cada detalle de la partitura más compleja y ello se puso en evidencia claramente en el grandioso cuarto movimiento de esta sinfonía, al exponer durante los últimos 15 minutos de la obra, con minuciosidad el tema central y al mismo tiempo destacar una variación yuxtapuesta que cobró total relevancia sobre el final. Algo que es infrecuente escuchar en ejecuciones a cargo de directores muy renombrados en otros países. Sergio P. Brodsky
What an absolutely wonderful performance!
Marvelous splendid and an exquisite musical Concert 🎵🎶🎶🎶 👏👏👏 .
De las obras, más bellas en la historia de la música!!!
La Sinfonía y la Orquesta, maravillosas!!!!!!!
Utterly glorious
What an amazing performance!
Masterful reading !
Questa è musica suprema
ah yes the timp roll that never ends at the end, when the conductor always wants more, but you have to hold a bit back for the crescendo in the last bar that they ALSO want....
Great first season for Ed. Hoping for some recordings soon!!
0:20, 1:48, 3:46, 5:37, 7:17, 9:36, 10:18
7:39 Gigi d’Agostino - l’amour toujurs ❤
Please come back to Brighton soon!
Kyllä on upeaa musiikkia❤ 💙💙🇫🇮
진짜 심금을 울린다.
Sibelius made in LPO perform!
So cooooooooooooooooooooooooooooool😏
🔥🔥🔥👍❤️
6:30
🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆🏆♥️♥️🎼🎶
Music used to make L’amour toujours, Gigi D'Agostino, dance music.
Nice performance though I prefer the quiet section much quieter. Just too loud throughout and a bit on the fast side too. Szell, Cleveland, Tokyo 1970 is the gold standard in my opinion.
Paavi Jarvi Paris
Magnífico. ¿Cómo se llama el director?
Edward Gardner
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Gigi D'Agostino brought me here. W Gigi D'Ag
12:47
C'è solo un capitano 🛥
Gigi D’Agostinos bekanntes »L’amour toujours« aus dem Jahr 1999 ähnelt Sibelius Stück von 1902 auffällig. Zufall oder Absicht?
It would be nice, if you included the name of the conductor.
Edward Gardner?
@@tow1709 Thanks. Just looked up his picture and yes, it is he.
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Edward Gardner conducting.
Great performance, but recorded a bit too string-heavy for my taste. I like to feel the percussion more than is the case here.
Exhausting timpani part!
uffda
指揮者は、デビッド・パリーかな？
트리님ㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋㅋ
Tempo is way too fast. Why the rush?
Are you an expert in symphonic orchestra...the conductor knows best!
Too fast.
sibelius has copyed gigi dag of course.....
HÙng TRag q hj
Rather rushed.
Music sublime. Video editing terrible and that’s too bad. Camera is distracting and often nowhere it should be.
Truly conducted like a guy who doesn’t give a singular sh*t about the music and who can’t wait to hit the RFH bar and earn his paycheck.
Very harsh Jean-Louis, what he had, he gave