**** Absolutely wonderful that someone is doing 'intros' for the variety of musical instruments..... It's sad that very few people are aware of many of even the typically used orchestral ones.... Please keep doing this.
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Just ordered a violin and looking forward to getting to grips with it. I love your videos, they're very informative and show a great insight into orchestral music.
Philharmonia Orchestra (London, UK) Hi, I would just like to know if the orchestra would consider making a video on the Alto Clarinet. It's is a wonderful instrument that it highly underestimated and there are not many resources for the instrument on RUclips. I'm sure that many people would appreciate it. Thank you!
As a lover of classical music and beginner in the world of composition, this video series is absolutely wonderful. Thank you for sharing these with the world and helping all understand these instruments deeper.
We have a new instrument film - EUPHONIUM - coming out on 23 Feb 2018 - make sure you subscribe to be the first to see it! TRAILER: ruclips.net/video/U1nNyGLD170/видео.html
Get involved in our #popupplanets! We want to see you playing your favourite extract of Holst's The Planets and you have a chance to win a pair of tickets to our concert in London on Saturday 1 Oct: ruclips.net/video/9UY29P2CW1o/видео.html
After playing the Guitar since 2008, i was searching for an new instrument for me to discover, and than i found the violin, and have to say that your videos are very interesting and well explained, good job! :D
Timothy Lee yes, the struggle of violin. After 1 year you no longer sound like a dying cat scraping its nails on a chalkboard, you just sound like a dying cat. lol.
I prefer playing the second violin part in my orchestra class. Not because it's easier than first violin, it's because I love to play a more harmonious part. Also because we don't have many seconds in my class. We don't have chairs yet but I sit in first chair because on the first day I had the class ( I have orchestra on B days so we started on the second day of school )no one wanted to sit in the second violin section and everyone wanted to sit near the back. We did playing test recently to see which section we are in ( second or first ) and what chair we are in.
does anyone notice he's holding an object with the other two fingers and so uses the nearest available finger to point with, the middle one, what is wrong with you people.
I dont play the violin but the viola. my sis plays the violin and sometimes I play it. I love the sound but I hate when it gets too high (hurts my ears). still love it though
I am a young violinist in Turkey,so thank you for this video."The Orchestra" is the best app I've ever seen.But It is not on Google Play,so I cannot use It.Please let us use in Google Play!
I'm planning on making orchestral arrangements of songs from games I used to play as a kid. So these videos help a lot for picking the right instrument. I'm starting with the game Terranigma. Check out some of the music. It's great :D
Things I learned in fourth grade. Which was ages ago. Shout out to Professor David Dirks, PHD. If you see this, Edith Cavell was never the same without you.
+Lindsey Arpin Well, that depends on the quality of the violin in question but like other stringed instruments, you gotta tune everyday, sometimes more than once.
1. Generally they follow their section leader, eg a brass section would listen to their principal player. The principal violinist leads the orchestra in general however. 2. People are generally watching the conductor, and the principal in each section tends to pass on the message where there's something specific. That's just my orchestra though, I don't know if that's a general thing.
Dear Zsolt-Tihamer Visontay, my name is Dmitry Timofeev. I am a Russian composer. I really need your help. I couldn't find your email address anywhere. That's why I decided to write here. You recorded examples of violin sounds, and among these samples there is a sound - a natural harmonic "d#7". How did you get this harmonic? Have you tuned your violin a tone higher? And is this the harmonic "c#7" on the second string (sul A)? Or is it half-pressed on the first string (sul E) in normal tuning? And if so, how stable is this harmonic? It is very important for me. I would be very grateful if you take the time to answer my question! Sincerely, Dmitry Timofeev
Love love the violin ever since I was a child. Question! Is it possible to learn to play the violin when an adult?! When buying a violin, what are key things to look for, what are the differences in variety, or best for a beginner? I am also going to take classes if I get one, but I do want to practice at home as well!
I dont know if j want ana answer from them, but I hav see one for you! I dont play violin but I know much about it. Question 1. Its never too late to learn a new instrument! There are many great teachers out there for adults. Question 2. When buying a violin, dont just go tk a store and pick one. Look up music stores u know about and look for ratings and reviews.Look for one that has different colors on the end of each string. & mostly for a beginner would be best. Hope I helped!
Tris1014 Thanks so much for your reply! That's ok, I understood what you wrote. :D I will look for reviews then now. I was already planning a music store ...
Hi Javier, We don't have a saxophone member of the orchestra, but we'll keep this in mind for the future. There are some pretty great saxophone solos in the orchestral repertoire.
Justine Franklin, there are many subtle differences between the two instruments. Size, pitch, timbre and their uses in orchestral music are a few of them. Check out our instrument guide to the viola and all will become clear - ruclips.net/video/XierDLeUiYg/видео.html
Would it be possible to pick up the violin at 17 and play in an orchestra in years to come? Granted I have a grade 3 in music theory and I've always had very good muscle memory and use of my hands..
If you are comitted, put in the practice, I see no reason why not, though you might have to put in a lot of work, given that your peers will have a headstart, but it's never too late to start!
Nice, go for it! I started a couple of months ago! I absolutely love it. I try to practise 30minutes a day. I think it's important to get a teacher to show you the right posture/technique, that helped alot for me. I am a guitarist and singer as well, and I must say experience in music, especially having ear for pitch is a head start, but that is something you can develop!
Johnny Bruce Muller I hope you become great! I've been playing for six years now and it's always funny seeing comments about just starting the violin cuz it makes me feel like I'm good lol
startrekwarsmixguy Theguitarwhiz It is absolutely never too late to start.My Grandmother began playing the bass fiddle when she was 60, and played in our city's Orchestra until her death, rip. But yeah, that's not about me nor her, that's about you. You absolutely can with the right devotion.
Is it possible to buy The Orchestra app for other platforms other than iTunes? I'd love to have it, but in my region Maldives, iTunes is not covered, sadly. Thanks
I love how informational this video is because it's so helpful for beginners (like me) and the sound is so beautiful
And screechy
Yeah man
**** Absolutely wonderful that someone is doing 'intros' for the variety of musical instruments..... It's sad that very few people are aware of many of even the typically used orchestral ones.... Please keep doing this.
NEW INSTRUMENT FILMS: Hi everyone! We’re about to embark on making some new instrument films and we want to hear from you! What instruments do you want to see covered? Reply within the next week! Thanks for watching!
This is a great playlist!!
Piano and Electric Guitar.
Alto clarinet, soprano sax, contrabassoon
Oud/Lute
Just ordered a violin and looking forward to getting to grips with it. I love your videos, they're very informative and show a great insight into orchestral music.
Eamonn Thank you, we're glad to hear that you're learning the violin!
Should have learned the viola...
Philharmonia Orchestra (London, UK) Hi, I would just like to know if the orchestra would consider making a video on the Alto Clarinet. It's is a wonderful instrument that it highly underestimated and there are not many resources for the instrument on RUclips. I'm sure that many people would appreciate it. Thank you!
Eamonn .
Eamonn hows it going?
As a lover of classical music and beginner in the world of composition, this video series is absolutely wonderful. Thank you for sharing these with the world and helping all understand these instruments deeper.
As a future composer, these videos are great to understand all instruments. Thank you so much for this
Glad it was helpful Matías!
Why am I watching this I’m studying violin in university after playing for 10 years
Give me some of those violin tips then, I'm starting out but super discouraged. 🤙👌
weird flex but ok
Me too! I'm studying violin, but not in a music uni, for almost 7 years. So why I'm watching this video 😂?
i dont know why im here i play bass
Dude all of you guys are all incredible!!! Thank you guys for your videos. They are very informative, too. I hope for the best for all of you.
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This playlist is an excellent tool for any student of orchestration
2:02 Typo: The orchestra is actually playing the Infernal Dance from The Firebird.
I am glad my teacher showed this to us as this is amazing!
Yes, but can you play 15 notes per second?
Only if you practice 40hrs a day!
if you can play it slowly you can play it quickly😂
Of course , he practices 40 hours a day!
AMaZinG
If you can play it slowly, you can play it quickly
I had no idea this orchestra (AKA my favorite) had a RUclips Chanel, thank you for all your performances.
We are glad you found us! Do check for regular updates on our RUclips channel.
It's my favourite orchestra too! 😀
@@philharmonia_orchestra can u have sympathy for violin 2?
Perfect demonstration, I wish that it wasn't so difficult to play this beautiful instrument. Well done!
Thank you very much! Keep at it with the practice - it's worth it in the end :)
yeah that's cool and all but I don't see you playing it with an orange
@Ziyuan Hong and the master-conductors apparently use it too =)
Damnit lol
omg yeah the cello one lol
Klue Less lmao 😂
Klue Less sadly this is my school e-learning ;-;
Hello. I really like these introduction series, and I have been wondering if you would make a video about the piano.
I have been playing the violin for 3.5 years, but I enjoy watching this,
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im so glad you made this video i have a project due on a violin and you were such a great help!!!
+Paris Newell We're glad you enjoyed the video!
Wow! That’s cool how you can do many things and create differnt effects with the violin
I’m actually thinking about learning to play the violin and this video helped me get some insight on how it works. Thank you!
Get involved in our #popupplanets! We want to see you playing your favourite extract of Holst's The Planets and you have a chance to win a pair of tickets to our concert in London on Saturday 1 Oct: ruclips.net/video/9UY29P2CW1o/видео.html
you can also use it to paddle in case of an emergency. the stradivaris have a particularly well balanced feel in the hand for this purpose
NOOOOOO
If you can vibrato slowly, you can vibrato quickly
Yeaa😄 Twoset👌👌
these are so very essential videos for me. It's so hard to find information about classical music via videos, thank you so much!! :)
Thank you. It's great that you found our videos helpful!
I really like these videos because I play violin and bassoon and I have learned a lot about the the 2 instruments
the videos are really helpful
Thank you very much, Victor - it's great to hear you're finding them useful. We'll be producing some more instrument videos soon!
A M A Z I N G
i beg mostly everyone is watching this because of your teachers XD
Maestro..
Yep
how did you know-
indeed
yep
I like the way his hand looks like it’s fazing through reality when he uses vibrato.
Awesome teacher.
this so nice and calm
Great video! He talks so adorably!
the most popular instrument in the orchestra family
Please do more videos about the orchestra instruments. Love your work
Wonderful ! Thank you for this clear cut teaching ! Great !
After playing the Guitar since 2008, i was searching for an new instrument for me to discover, and than i found the violin, and have to say that your videos are very interesting and well explained, good job! :D
+UltimateRaven41 Thanks for watching, we're glad you enjoyed our videos!
Timothy Lee yes, the struggle of violin. After 1 year you no longer sound like a dying cat scraping its nails on a chalkboard, you just sound like a dying cat. lol.
Incredible! Greetings from Azerbaijan!
So beautiful
This guy is extremely talented, great video.
Thank you!
Very nice Playlist! We like the views very well. 👍
Hallo Zsolt - Tihamer, viele Grüße aus Schönebeck an der Elbe. Ich bin immer wieder von Ihrem Spiel bezaubert!
+Philharmonia Orchestra (London, UK) I plan on playing all the instrumenta in the orchestra and I love your videos
+nicole candy Thanks for the feedback and good luck with your instrumental endeavours!
A one (wo-?)man orchestra🤔😃
Zsolt-Tihamér Visontay is such a great player. Great to see him chatting about the violin and his work.
Amazing guide
Everybody should have a violin experience once in Life
thanks for the very clear explanations
I prefer playing the second violin part in my orchestra class. Not because it's easier than first violin, it's because I love to play a more harmonious part. Also because we don't have many seconds in my class. We don't have chairs yet but I sit in first chair because on the first day I had the class ( I have orchestra on B days so we started on the second day of school )no one wanted to sit in the second violin section and everyone wanted to sit near the back. We did playing test recently to see which section we are in ( second or first ) and what chair we are in.
As a bass player I almost a panic attack hearing the open notes.
i feel you
Very informative!! Good job!!
Thank you very much!
Informative and interesting always
Does anybody notice that he points with his middle finger?
me so much lol
Pretty common for Europeans. It's normal there.
@@davemcdaniel4856 can confirm
does anyone notice he's holding an object with the other two fingers and so uses the nearest available finger to point with, the middle one, what is wrong with you people.
@@seanc8054 It was more of a joke, calm down
I dont play the violin but the viola. my sis plays the violin and sometimes I play it. I love the sound but I hate when it gets too high (hurts my ears). still love it though
+Space1258 :) I am playing the viola too. Violas for the win!
Those high notes are music to my ears! Literally! :)
the better the violin the less the high notes will hurt your ears
me too:)
The viola is such a versatile instrument, it can also be used as firewood!
Great!
Very helpful and interesting, thanks!
+Issad Jr I used to play violin it's such a beautiful instrument. I plan on getting another one
Great! Thank you! I have a little learning!
You guys should do a video on the classical guitar!
Love the violin 🎻🎻🎻
Just wonderful.
Nicely presented. I learned a lot.
Buen video para introducir el violín. :)
Please make a String Bass video
Stay tuned! One to be released very soon!!
:D
Philharmonia Orchestra (London, UK) Stay _tuned_? Was that a sly musical reference?
Maybe, but probably pun non intended
Haha. No pun intended, but yes, it's a good one!
Very interesting!
COOL video I play some violin this video was helpful I liked this video yes!!!!👍😅
3:30 lol he pizzed with the middle finger
Wonderful
I am a young violinist in Turkey,so thank you for this video."The Orchestra" is the best app I've ever seen.But It is not on Google Play,so I cannot use It.Please let us use in Google Play!
the king of all instruments
V good introduction to the violin
Thank you!
Wow
How do I learn to play it
I'm planning on making orchestral arrangements of songs from games I used to play as a kid. So these videos help a lot for picking the right instrument.
I'm starting with the game Terranigma. Check out some of the music. It's great :D
Things I learned in fourth grade. Which was ages ago. Shout out to Professor David Dirks, PHD. If you see this, Edith Cavell was never the same without you.
Also, kickass second position playing in the stock footage should get called out. Go you, for being such a fantastic musician!
I play the violin in 6th and 5th grade
I like this video
My favorite instrument... The violin has such a gorgeous sound. How regularly does it require tuning?
+Lindsey Arpin Well, that depends on the quality of the violin in question but like other stringed instruments, you gotta tune everyday, sometimes more than once.
Either the A and E strings are really sharp or the G and D are really flat.
I got 2 questions:
1. Is it all of the orchestra that follows you, or only the violins?
2. If the are watching you, who is watching the maestro?
1. Generally they follow their section leader, eg a brass section would listen to their principal player. The principal violinist leads the orchestra in general however.
2. People are generally watching the conductor, and the principal in each section tends to pass on the message where there's something specific.
That's just my orchestra though, I don't know if that's a general thing.
Thank you! :)
Harpistry Thank you! :)
i'm being given all that knowledge :D
Is violin primarily a melody instrument?
Stop flicking me off... JK!!! This video was very helpful for me in my middle school orchestra
He was flicking us off, wasn't he? XDD
What instrument do you play?
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it makes me sleepy😴
Umm.. 1:17 lol
😂
Oh my god 😂😂😂😂😂😂I can't stop laughing
OMG 😂
+Robert Chavez we know😂
+IEandRgaming I don't think anyone thought you were being a know-it-all.
I personally just thought you were leaving an informative comment.
Why are there many more violins than other string instruments in an orchestra?
It's because that's the real deal
Dear Zsolt-Tihamer Visontay, my name is Dmitry Timofeev. I am a Russian composer. I really need your help. I couldn't find your email address anywhere. That's why I decided to write here. You recorded examples of violin sounds, and among these samples there is a sound - a natural harmonic "d#7". How did you get this harmonic? Have you tuned your violin a tone higher? And is this the harmonic "c#7" on the second string (sul A)? Or is it half-pressed on the first string (sul E) in normal tuning? And if so, how stable is this harmonic? It is very important for me. I would be very grateful if you take the time to answer my question!
Sincerely, Dmitry Timofeev
Nine years ago this was filmed he stil plays
How common are the pieces that require violin subharmonics to be used?
What's the song called at 05:23? That part was really beautiful.
Debussy: prèlude à l’après-midi d’un faune
I want to play all the instruments in the orchestra, but I have to finish learning the clarinet and trumpet first!
Love love the violin ever since I was a child. Question! Is it possible to learn to play the violin when an adult?! When buying a violin, what are key things to look for, what are the differences in variety, or best for a beginner? I am also going to take classes if I get one, but I do want to practice at home as well!
I dont know if j want ana answer from them, but I hav see one for you! I dont play violin but I know much about it. Question 1. Its never too late to learn a new instrument! There are many great teachers out there for adults.
Question 2. When buying a violin, dont just go tk a store and pick one. Look up music stores u know about and look for ratings and reviews.Look for one that has different colors on the end of each string. & mostly for a beginner would be best. Hope I helped!
Tris1014 btw its hard to type on a tablet
Tris1014 Thanks so much for your reply! That's ok, I understood what you wrote. :D I will look for reviews then now. I was already planning a music store ...
Good luck with the violin! And remember to have enough ROSIN on the bow! (So that it will make a better sound)
could you please make a saxophone video (that is if you have a sax in your orchestra)
Hi Javier, We don't have a saxophone member of the orchestra, but we'll keep this in mind for the future. There are some pretty great saxophone solos in the orchestral repertoire.
muy bueno el video... :-)
Is the app at the end no longer available?
can you guys give me some tips on the brass instrument embouchure
what is the difference between a violin and a viola?
Justine Franklin, there are many subtle differences between the two instruments. Size, pitch, timbre and their uses in orchestral music are a few of them. Check out our instrument guide to the viola and all will become clear - ruclips.net/video/XierDLeUiYg/видео.html
I believe you fully understand?
As a MeTaL guitarist, I'll show myself out now \m/ ;p
Would it be possible to pick up the violin at 17 and play in an orchestra in years to come? Granted I have a grade 3 in music theory and I've always had very good muscle memory and use of my hands..
If you are comitted, put in the practice, I see no reason why not, though you might have to put in a lot of work, given that your peers will have a headstart, but it's never too late to start!
Nice, go for it! I started a couple of months ago! I absolutely love it. I try to practise 30minutes a day.
I think it's important to get a teacher to show you the right posture/technique, that helped alot for me.
I am a guitarist and singer as well, and I must say experience in music, especially having ear for pitch is
a head start, but that is something you can develop!
Johnny Bruce Muller I hope you become great! I've been playing for six years now and it's always funny seeing comments about just starting the violin cuz it makes me feel like I'm good lol
startrekwarsmixguy Theguitarwhiz It is absolutely never too late to start.My Grandmother began playing the bass fiddle when she was 60, and played in our city's Orchestra until her death, rip.
But yeah, that's not about me nor her, that's about you. You absolutely can with the right devotion.
What piece is the orchestra playing at 5:20?
***** It's Debussy's "Prélude à l'après-midi d'un faune." You can see the full performance in our iPad app, "The Orchestra."
1:17
STOP FLIPPING ME OUT!
what happens when you play below the bridge?
Is it possible to buy The Orchestra app for other platforms other than iTunes? I'd love to have it, but in my region Maldives, iTunes is not covered, sadly. Thanks