I have been listening to the Fantasia for over half a century, and this is one of the most sensitive performances I have ever heard. Completely wonderful.
I've come here today because I need to grieve yet find the strength to walk on when the hurting is over.......in this music I find great solace......I pray she has found release and is now at peace at last ......we love you....
I''m getting old and have feared the decline in interest in classical music over the past two decades or so. Indeed, I have felt it might be a dying art. But then I read that Generation Z and younger Millennials have a greater interest in classical music than their parents and I am left with some hope. But hearing young conductors perform and interpret, so well, music I have known for so long - Mirga Gražinytė-Tyla and Tabita Bergland are two examples - and I am reminded that this music, that existed long before me, shall go on long after. I think it is in more than safe hands. Brava and Bravo!
GenX here, there's definitely an upsurge in interest in classical music. The band Radiohead lean heavily on the classical tradition (although it's not always apparent). The influence of Fantasia... can be heard in their composition, "Pyramid Song". Their guitarist, Jonny Greenwood, is also a classical composer.
Why on earth would you fear its potential decline or not? Such a huge library exists already. You enjoy it, what does it matter if other people do, or don’t? People you have never met and will never. People who haven’t been born yet. When you die everything will cease to exist, for you. Strange comment.
Note the 2nd string section on the rear balcony. This is deliberate, and defined in the score. In fact, this "2nd orchestra" is supposed to be as far away as possible from the primary orchestra. Vaughn-Williams was primarily an organist, and this 2nd orchestra is designed to emulate the Echo or Ethereal division of a large organ. This division is usually located away from the rest of the organ, sometimes even at the opposite end of the church, and is designed to provide a kind of stereo or surround sound effect.
In 1954 my parents my siblings and I moved house and I decided that 6 pieces of music I must remember and this is one of them This is one of the best performances of this work I heard for a long time
One of the most beautiful pieces of music there is and this is a fantastic performance. The conductor nailed it. 9:30 onwards always has my chin quivering.
Two of the most under rated composers in the world, though centuries separated their lives they are brought together in this piece. This and the Lark ascending are like discovering a small piece of heaven here on earth.
'Under rated'? No, revered, loved, admired composers. This piece regularly scores highly with radio audiences in surveys. You've got to do more than ask your undergraduate mates.
I went to a Prom Concert at The Royal Albert Hall especially to hear it.When it started I sat with my chin on arms and never moved the others in a box thought I had gone to sleep Utterly beautiful
Beautiful, Beautiful, delightful, wonderful all of these things and more, goosebumps all over, I adore this piece of music, play it as often as I can. Yet to see it played live. Thanks so much for sharing it. 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
I can't not go misty when hear this piece. So melodic, crawl up, ease down, so hard to explain. But perfect. I'm partial to the arrangement by James Judd and the NZ Phil. My first exposure to it. But this one is great.
@@KristiansandSymphonyOrchestraI just learned that Tabita Berglund was appointed the new Principal Guest Conductor of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. I feel so happy that she'll be frequently in my city because her talent is extraordinary!
Sumptuous performance,sound production intricately realised,conducfor and orchestra emotionally invested in bringing to the fore this wonderful work of medieval mystery .
Karen Carpenter is just like sunshine wrapped up in butterscotch soda a kind so very special that only she knew how to make it. Warms the soul, really just purely beautiful. Uncoyables
Her name is Marta Berglund from Norway. Also a cellist and principal guest conductor of a few symphonies. Eg. Detroit and Dresden and Norway. If what I found on line is accurate.
This is a very soulful and beautiful version of this wonderful piece. It is based upon the Christian psalm 2:1-2 'Why fumeth in fight the Gentiles spite', by Thomas Tallis for the Archbishop of Canterbury in England, in the year 1567.
Vaughan Williams is one of Britain's greatest composers. He returned from the horror of the first World War and spent the rest of his life finding refuge in music and the English countryside. This makes me think of rolling green hills and oak trees.
Thomas Tallis, an Elizabethan composer, wrote a choral piece around 1567 called "Why fum'th in sight" which provided the inspiration for 20th-century composer Ralph Vaughan Williams to write this much longer and more complex work. It's amazing to listen to Tallis's short piece, which to me is like a hymn, and hear most if not all the components which RVW later used to create the Fantasia. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fantasia_on_a_Theme_by_Thomas_Tallis
I am an old person. I have enjoyed so many performances of this music. Each is unique. This is very worthy. The music is a prayer, this has heart.
Amen.
Too loud and too fast !!
I have been listening to the Fantasia for over half a century, and this is one of the most sensitive performances I have ever heard. Completely wonderful.
Same here, I agree with you. Wish I could have been there!
no you didn't only came out in 2004
@karlmchugh695 It was composed in 1910. Von Williams died in 1958. Did I misunderstand your comment?
I’ve got you beat, only because I’m older! All my life, and I’m 71 years old. With Greensleeves.
@@etm567 I'm actually 127 and I can do one arm press ups with my wife sitting on my back.
I've come here today because I need to grieve yet find the strength to walk on when the hurting is over.......in this music I find great solace......I pray she has found release and is now at peace at last ......we love you....
BEAUTIFUL sentiment
13:53 is my favourite part. Closed it out beautifully, absolutely nailed the landing. The conductor's smile is icing on the cake. Great performance!
I''m getting old and have feared the decline in interest in classical music over the past two decades or so. Indeed, I have felt it might be a dying art. But then I read that Generation Z and younger Millennials have a greater interest in classical music than their parents and I am left with some hope. But hearing young conductors perform and interpret, so well, music I have known for so long - Mirga Gražinytė-Tyla and Tabita Bergland are two examples - and I am reminded that this music, that existed long before me, shall go on long after. I think it is in more than safe hands. Brava and Bravo!
GenX here, there's definitely an upsurge in interest in classical music. The band Radiohead lean heavily on the classical tradition (although it's not always apparent). The influence of Fantasia... can be heard in their composition, "Pyramid Song". Their guitarist, Jonny Greenwood, is also a classical composer.
Well said. Brought a tear to this boomer's eye.
Why on earth would you fear its potential decline or not? Such a huge library exists already. You enjoy it, what does it matter if other people do, or don’t? People you have never met and will never. People who haven’t been born yet. When you die everything will cease to exist, for you. Strange comment.
Note the 2nd string section on the rear balcony. This is deliberate, and defined in the score. In fact, this "2nd orchestra" is supposed to be as far away as possible from the primary orchestra. Vaughn-Williams was primarily an organist, and this 2nd orchestra is designed to emulate the Echo or Ethereal division of a large organ. This division is usually located away from the rest of the organ, sometimes even at the opposite end of the church, and is designed to provide a kind of stereo or surround sound effect.
Thank you for sharing this. I was wondering about the seating arrangement for the orchestra, and was unaware of the reason.
...and something that I have noticed in other performances of this piece, yet not known why. Thank you.
Check out this version for that separation - Gloucester Cathedral. ruclips.net/video/ihx5LCF1yJY/видео.html
Wow. Wow. I listened through it four times. Perfect tempo, passion, energy.
This is astonishing. Thank you, I say, with tears in my eyes.
I listen to this most days and now I'm addicted to the Norfolk Rhapsody ❤❤❤❤
In 1954 my parents my siblings and I moved house and I decided that 6 pieces of music I must remember and this is one of them
This is one of the best performances of this work I heard for a long time
A stunning, haunting piece of music!
One of the most beautiful pieces of music there is and this is a fantastic performance. The conductor nailed it. 9:30 onwards always has my chin quivering.
Wow! This performance moved me to tears... in a good way 😊 Thank you Tabita and all the musicians for sharing this beautiful experience 👏👏👏🙏
Quite outstanding - who'd have thought the Norwegian's would have got VW's idiom so down to a tee. Magnificent!
I would like to add that the sound quality is wonderful!
The leader's enjoying the performance, and so he should.
Two of the most under rated composers in the world, though centuries separated their lives they are brought together in this piece. This and the Lark ascending are like discovering a small piece of heaven here on earth.
'Under rated'? No, revered, loved, admired composers. This piece regularly scores highly with radio audiences in surveys. You've got to do more than ask your undergraduate mates.
God bless you my girlie... you have brought an old man to tears...
Brava Tabita e brave orchestre una delle più convincenti interpretazione di questa bellissima musica che ho ascoltato
I went to a Prom Concert at The Royal Albert Hall especially to hear it.When it started I sat with my chin on arms and never moved the others in a box thought I had gone to sleep Utterly beautiful
It is clear that this conductor doesn't need a baton. Her hands are expressive enough. Well done, Maestra Berglund!
This is wonderful, Maestra Berglund! Wonderful sound as well!
Beautiful, Beautiful, delightful, wonderful all of these things and more, goosebumps all over, I adore this piece of music, play it as often as I can. Yet to see it played live. Thanks so much for sharing it. 💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖💖
I grew up listening to all kinds of music, and this piece touches my very heart and soul. My thanks to all who made it possible ❤😊
I can't not go misty when hear this piece. So melodic, crawl up, ease down, so hard to explain. But perfect. I'm partial to the arrangement by James Judd and the NZ Phil. My first exposure to it. But this one is great.
Magical performance of this oustanding classic - this is so powerful and inspiring.......
exquisite. tears of beauty...
Perfect performance. And excellent audio/video work as well. Thank you for sharing this.
This is turning into one of my favourites.
Its absolutely amazing to think a person can produce such a work that can penetrate into your very soul
I feel so much whenever I hear that
I really like this interpretation: RVW's music "breathes", and her tempi allows the music to have that life and breath.
Performed amazingly!! 👏👏😮
Wonderfull Music, string Orchestra and Conductor. Brava Maestra!! Bravi a tutti!!
This piece was my introduction to classic music by my brother.
So gorgeous! Oh, so beautiful!
I've listened to it three times today 😊. It is really beautiful! 🤍
@@m.barrera7273 Wow, thank you!! 🥰
@@KristiansandSymphonyOrchestraI just learned that Tabita Berglund was appointed the new Principal Guest Conductor of the Detroit Symphony Orchestra. I feel so happy that she'll be frequently in my city because her talent is extraordinary!
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Brilliant ! Beyond excellence ! 👏👏👏
Sumptuous performance,sound production intricately realised,conducfor and orchestra emotionally invested in bringing to the fore this wonderful work of medieval mystery .
Moved me to tears - thank you.
I would this is on a par with Sir John Barbirolli with the London Symphony and the Sinfonia of London--profoundly moving.
Karen Carpenter is just like sunshine wrapped up in butterscotch soda a kind so very special that only she knew how to make it. Warms the soul, really just purely beautiful. Uncoyables
This recording is technically excellent, and I love the articulation of the strings.
Simply outstanding.
1:00 😢❤ Magnifique
Always good for me thanks
Outstanding, thank you.
Absolutely celestial!
Her name is Marta Berglund from Norway. Also a cellist and principal guest conductor of a few symphonies. Eg. Detroit and Dresden and Norway. If what I found on line is accurate.
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Bravo!
This is a very soulful and beautiful version of this wonderful piece. It is based upon the Christian psalm 2:1-2 'Why fumeth in fight the Gentiles spite', by Thomas Tallis for the Archbishop of Canterbury in England, in the year 1567.
Vaughan Williams is one of Britain's greatest composers. He returned from the horror of the first World War and spent the rest of his life finding refuge in music and the English countryside. This makes me think of rolling green hills and oak trees.
This is beautiful!
Such an English piece; I'm surprised it travels!
Popular from use in films and transcendent in it's appeal
@@napoleon-sk5oc Should have added that I'm Scottish, so it travels to me too!
Great music transcends nationality... I'm American and Ralph Vaughn Williams is one of my favorite composers. I love this piece.
An interesting rendition of this piece .
Bravo!!
Wow! I thought that such physically expressive conducting died with Bernstein. Obviously, I was wrong!
I forgot to add that I am a conductor and appreciate the technical balance that Ms. Berglund achieves between espressivity and parity of gesture.
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Brillant !!!
Nicely done .
Magnifica interpretacion decia furtwangler que el director tenia que producir un efecto he aqui
Wonderful! Dis Isao Tomita ever do an electronic version?
Gloucester Cathedral version great also ❤❤
This is beautiful. Conducted and played. And such a young maestra! Does anyone know who she is, where this is and which orchestra?
Oops, my apologies, I now see where the orchestra is named. My 88 year old eyes!!!
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A great performance. But whoever posted it should be sent to jail for not naming the orchestra. Don’t they deserve recognition?
wonderful performance. next time try it 20% slower throughout then 10% faster through the climax. don't let up. like VW says, "in tempo".
I'm a little confused. Who wrote the piece, Thomas Tallis or Vaughan Williams?
Thomas Tallis, an Elizabethan composer, wrote a choral piece around 1567 called "Why fum'th in sight" which provided the inspiration for 20th-century composer Ralph Vaughan Williams to write this much longer and more complex work. It's amazing to listen to Tallis's short piece, which to me is like a hymn, and hear most if not all the components which RVW later used to create the Fantasia. en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Fantasia_on_a_Theme_by_Thomas_Tallis
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Daughter of Pavo Bergulnd ?
O subito o niente
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Wonderful sound though I find it slightly fast.
Gloucester Cathedral version better.
The younger generation likes what it’s parents don’t like.
A little slow
I meant fast sorry!
How can you confuse the two?