XAVER VARNUS IN OTTAWA - THE GREAT 2022 CONCERT ON THE CASAVANT ORGAN AT NOTRE-DAME CATHEDRAL

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  • Опубліковано 5 вер 2024
  • •●The Official Video Site of Concert Organist Xaver Varnus●•
    00:26 Tomasso Albinoni: Adagio
    09:00 Johann Sebastian Bach: Prelude in E minor BWV 533
    12:43 Johann Sebastian Bach: Fugue in E minor BWV 548
    20:53 Cesar Franck: Prelude
    26:12 Charles-Marie Widor: Toccata
    31:18 Improvisations on the Canadian National Anthem
    Xaver Varnus' first piano teacher was Emma Németh, one of the last pupils of Debussy. He has played virtually every important organ in the world, including those in Bach's Thomaskirche in Leipzig (2014), Berliner Dom (2013), Notre-Dame (1981), Saint-Sulpice (2006) and Saint-Eustache (1996) in Paris, National Shrine in Washington, D.C. (1985), and Canterbury Cathedral (2004), as well as the largest existing instrument in the world, the Wanamaker Organ in Philadelphia (1985). His Quadruple Platinum Disc winning album "From Ravel to Vangelis" (SONY, 2007), is the best-selling organ CD ever. As a Canadian citizen, Xaver Varnus resides in Berlin, and in Brooklyn, Nova Scotia Peninsula, where he opened Varnus Hall in a 19th century church. "Put simply, Varnus is a monster talent, every bit as stimulating and individual as the late Glenn Gould" (The Globe & Mail, Canada's National Newspaper). "He is one of the most influential figure in organ music in the early twenty-first century." (Mark Wigmore, The New Classical FM, Canada).
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  • @TheParkAttendant
    @TheParkAttendant 2 роки тому +47

    As someone once said, He plays so you can hear each separate note, not like someone renting the organ by the minute. I have never heard this played with such compassion before. It takes your soul carries it up and sets it down so gently.

  • @johnmcgarry9519
    @johnmcgarry9519 2 роки тому +22

    One of the striking facets of his genius and giftedness is the discipline of when to touch.

  • @lupuscutis
    @lupuscutis 2 роки тому +12

    The mind of a man who can do this? I can barely eat my toast. Thank you, maestro!

  • @annakimborahpa
    @annakimborahpa 2 роки тому +9

    By transporting us to the mountain top where one can savor the refined flavor of Xaver, this exquisitely varnished performance is Varnus ad Parnassum.

  • @philharmony-nn3mc
    @philharmony-nn3mc Місяць тому +1

    Be blessed Xaver. GOD and all the composer you played on organs applause and congratulate you. Keep on blessed sou ans thank youl

  • @KMAzuer
    @KMAzuer 2 роки тому +17

    This is one of the recordings, which will be rewatched centuries after this day. Marvellous. Unbelievable. Fantastic.

  • @martonvarga8175
    @martonvarga8175 Рік тому +21

    As I get older, I like the musical experience conveyed by the organ more and more. Another outstanding performance from Xaver...

    • @moriscoley5328
      @moriscoley5328 Рік тому +1

      I also agree 👍, he plays with passion and dedication. BRAVO

    • @yvonneirons7357
      @yvonneirons7357 Рік тому +1

      AMEN!!!!! I also seem to gravitate to classical organ performances more and more as I get older!!!

  • @Sokx41
    @Sokx41 2 роки тому +7

    The improvization brought me to near tears in recalling my youth listening to the organ at Stanford University Memorial Church in the 1940s and 50s with my father. We had a two-rank Moller pipe organ in our home but it was mostly out of order in my childhood.

    • @Sokx41
      @Sokx41 2 роки тому +2

      The only time that I was able to watch an organist close up at the Memorial Chapel was when I sang a solo at my Father's funeral in 1993.

  • @RG-no1ng
    @RG-no1ng Рік тому +9

    The bottom end lows are such a feeling entering the marrow in my bones. Thank you again Xaver.

  • @user-qo3zp1rp2p
    @user-qo3zp1rp2p 4 місяці тому +4

    Extraordinary organist! Truly exceptional!

  • @adriennebeecker5000
    @adriennebeecker5000 2 роки тому +13

    Thank you so much for posting this magnificent organ concert played by Xaver Varnus who is now a household name in my family. I am so happy to hear this remarkable concert on You Tube because I was truly saddened to miss this once in a lifetime event in nearby Ottawa.

  • @plemli
    @plemli 2 роки тому +6

    Thank you, Master Varnus.

  • @g.k.failla9389
    @g.k.failla9389 2 роки тому +4

    Simply, well not simply at all, marvelous. (Especially the Bach). From a Chicago,U.S.A. Metis.

  • @silencevong
    @silencevong Рік тому +2

    Ambitious. Incredible. Positive, plant.

  • @keska3664
    @keska3664 Рік тому +9

    Magyarország büszkesége ♥️nagy művészünk

  • @janosnedeli629
    @janosnedeli629 2 роки тому +4

    szeretnem tobbszor meghalgatni muvesz ur orgona zenejet ami nagyon tetszik nekem.koszonom. llona.

  • @allanmcdonald3223
    @allanmcdonald3223 Рік тому +4

    Truly brilliant play, spoiled only by the audience making noises in the background throughout another masterpiece.

  • @martasimon5820
    @martasimon5820 Рік тому +6

    Kedves Xavér. Had kivánjak tisztelettel még sok-sok😍 boldog szülinapot születésnapod alkamából.

  • @marcelobrunorodrigues7630
    @marcelobrunorodrigues7630 Рік тому +4

    Very interesting the idea of the double pedal in some points of Bach's BWV 533! It seems to give a more virtuosistic and brilliant character to an apparently modest composition! Varnus is of course very good in his métier! Congratulations from Brazil!

  • @helgafallgatter2158
    @helgafallgatter2158 2 роки тому +9

    ❤Der Maestro ist am Werke! Ich habe es wieder einmal genossen. Danke XAVER❣ 😘👍👏👏👏BRAVOURÖS..

  • @haroldluck9899
    @haroldluck9899 2 роки тому +6

    Exceptional and a great video to watch, wonderful

  • @erzsebetberta2899
    @erzsebetberta2899 Рік тому +5

    Köszönöm az élményt.Ahányszor hallgatom annyiszor bűvöl el .

  • @gaidhani1
    @gaidhani1 2 роки тому +13

    Such a beautiful play! Masterpieces.
    A whole of University this man is. Just great ❤️
    Also, the photography is wonderful.

  • @feminuma9495
    @feminuma9495 2 роки тому +5

    Mastery at its best. Brilliant 👏 👏 👏

  • @silencevong
    @silencevong Рік тому +3

    Fasinated.

  • @lindaherschel5314
    @lindaherschel5314 2 роки тому +12

    Wonderful performance as always. Wish I could have been there.

  • @amangogna68
    @amangogna68 2 роки тому +7

    Great music and fantastic organist in a beautiful cathedral !

  • @fadeqasem
    @fadeqasem 2 роки тому +7

    Perfect♥️♥️..a unique art.

  • @polinapesin9207
    @polinapesin9207 2 роки тому +6

    An outstanding concert, The organ sounds so powerful. Great performance. Bravo, Maestro Varnus. Thanks a lot from Toronto. Would like to listen to your playing here.

  • @melaniamonicacraciun9900
    @melaniamonicacraciun9900 2 роки тому +4

    Lovely audience, bravo bravo big big like congrats

  • @Kamza502
    @Kamza502 2 роки тому +8

    Доброго Вам Утра Уважаемый Автор Этого Замечательного Видео Спасибо Вам Огромное за это Видео и Чудесную Мелодию Я Вам Желаю Крепкого Здоровья И Удачи И Успехов С Уважением К Вам Катя Ушакова!!!!😍😍😍😍😍😍😍

  • @Gitana1958
    @Gitana1958 Рік тому +3

    Abosolutely amazing

  • @raymondmccumba5343
    @raymondmccumba5343 Рік тому +5

    Bravo Maestro 🎹👏🏻

  • @Highinsight7
    @Highinsight7 Рік тому +4

    stunning...

  • @andreagregor8203
    @andreagregor8203 Рік тому +10

    Csodálatos ! Köszönöm !

  • @user-bj9vi5oz7x
    @user-bj9vi5oz7x Рік тому +2

    Thank you !

  • @matthiasprobst2577
    @matthiasprobst2577 2 роки тому +7

    Wunderschön! Vielen Dank und Grüße aus Oldenburg(D)

  • @user-lj2le1dt3q
    @user-lj2le1dt3q Рік тому +12

    Прекрасное исполнение! Спасибо!

  • @user-io2fd1me3x
    @user-io2fd1me3x 2 роки тому +7

    Благодарю за прекрасное исполнение!!!!?? Божественно....

    • @wasserundsauber
      @wasserundsauber 5 місяців тому +1

      Bin auch dieser Meinung !😁👍👍👍😁

  • @user-qo3zp1rp2p
    @user-qo3zp1rp2p 4 місяці тому

    So,so beautiful, it touched my soul with beauty.Thank you for the gift.

  • @robertbruce7686
    @robertbruce7686 2 роки тому +6

    Truly an offering. Very emotive...and moving.

  • @7QHook
    @7QHook 2 роки тому +5

    beautiful. thank you

  • @samaulicino4202
    @samaulicino4202 2 роки тому +6

    I am going to your next recital to hear you play this live! Amazing!

  • @gaborpeternejuhasz2683
    @gaborpeternejuhasz2683 2 роки тому +6

    KÖSZÖNJÜK KEDVES XAVÉR A CSODÁLATOS ELŐADÁSODAT, AMI FANTASZTIKUS ÉLMÉNYT NYÚJTOTT !!!! BRAVO BRAVOOOOO !!!! 🎶🎶🎶🎶🤗🎶🎶🎶🎶👋👋👍

  • @martasimon5820
    @martasimon5820 2 роки тому +3

    Nagy és őszinte tisztelettel hallgatom ,kedves hangversenyeidet.Kedves Xavér ,Nagyon aranyos vagy..Gondolkodjunk együtt hogyan lehetne megoldani hogy egy adott alkalommal együtt zenélnénk, ha nem teher számodra🥰🥰🥰🥰🍉🍉🍉🍉❤💘💘❤❤

  • @user-ib9zm5kf3m
    @user-ib9zm5kf3m 2 роки тому +4

    Xavier Varnus благодарю за прекрасное исполнение. Всех благ Вам.

  • @WatercolorJourneys
    @WatercolorJourneys 2 місяці тому

    So glad I have headphones that can register those deep tones

  • @franciscopoltronieri2250
    @franciscopoltronieri2250 Рік тому +3

    Que espetáculo!!! 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @francois7
    @francois7 2 роки тому +5

    Pieces being played :
    0:26 : Adagio (Tomasso Albinoni)
    9:01 : Prelude in E minor, BWV 533, ''The Cathedral'' (Johann Sebastian Bach)
    12:43 : Fugue in E minor, BWV 548, ''The Wedge'' (Johann Sebastian Bach)
    20:55 : Prelude, Opus 18 (César Franck)
    26:13 : Toccata, from Symphony for Organ No. 5 (Charles-Marie Widor)
    31:25 : Improvisation on the canadian national anthem (Xaver Varnus)

  • @JohnViinalass-lc1ow
    @JohnViinalass-lc1ow 5 місяців тому

    behold!...the muse artfully wands her full-colour sound pallette for us, teasing the black-and-white motif antipodes of silence and music into all-encompassing chromatic races and blooms!...thank you, good artist...joy!...a magnificent sound tableau for Canuckians!...yeh!

  • @user-vg7dr1yj8b
    @user-vg7dr1yj8b 8 місяців тому +1

    Senza parole........geniale !!!!!!❤

  • @chrisvergo1878
    @chrisvergo1878 Рік тому +1

    🌹🌹🥀🥀♥♥♥ sounds from high , sounds for you soul....!!!!

  • @cofeebeing
    @cofeebeing 2 роки тому +3

    Always something good

  • @user-df2cz7yh2x
    @user-df2cz7yh2x 2 роки тому +3

    Очень красиво и завораживает

  • @guillermodelgadocarreno
    @guillermodelgadocarreno 5 місяців тому

    Tremendas,fantasticas y espectaculares esas melodías interpretadas por ese gran maestro, transportan al mismo paraíso celestial,se queda uno sin palabras.Dios lo bendiga maestro.😅😅😅

  • @leonardonegrongonzalez3560
    @leonardonegrongonzalez3560 2 роки тому +4

    Hermosa melodía.

  • @debralynnpaxton5238
    @debralynnpaxton5238 9 місяців тому

    His 1st piece, "Adagio in G Minor", by Tomasso Albinoni, is my all-time favorite ❤❤❤

  • @eliskeryll6186
    @eliskeryll6186 5 місяців тому

    Bravo Maestro! Genius Art Work. Thank You with all my heart.

  • @MegaCirse
    @MegaCirse 3 місяці тому

    La marque d'un musicien qui comprend véritablement l'âme de l'orgue est celui qui comprend comment travailler avec la résonance de son espace... trop d'organistes continuent de jouer à un rythme sans respect pour la résonance d’une salle. L'écho et le silence qui suivent font partie de la performance en tant que fanfare brillante. Sans le silence, la fanfare devient juste du bruit 🎹

  • @TreinMachinist
    @TreinMachinist 6 місяців тому

    Ez olyan hihetetlenül szép!❤

  • @doreenthorne1462
    @doreenthorne1462 2 роки тому +2

    SUBLIME !

  • @rinardman
    @rinardman 2 роки тому +3

    Well played!👏

  • @irenaroginska1964
    @irenaroginska1964 Рік тому +2

    Xaver dziękuję Bogu ,że jesteś. Pozdrawiam Irena Polska

  • @aariley2
    @aariley2 2 роки тому +3

    👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻

  • @fernandofernandes2303
    @fernandofernandes2303 Рік тому +1

    🙏🙏🙏

  • @margaretbarclay7079
    @margaretbarclay7079 Рік тому +1

    I wish I could see him play inperson.

  • @martasimon5820
    @martasimon5820 2 роки тому +1

    Kedves Xavér. Csak egy ötlet , gondolkodjunk együtt, illetve egy kérdés ,arra gondolok,mikor is lehetne szó arról, hogy együtt zenélnénk egy adott alkalommal? Nem rossz ötlet? Őszinte tisztelettel egy kérdés feléd Bár ez attól is függ hogy milyen sürű a föllépéseid vagy 🥰🥰🥰,talán unokázól is ez sem egy rossz ötlet.,van ilyen érzésem Had ne legyek szemtelen megkérdezni,had ne legyek teher számodra,

  • @silencevong
    @silencevong Рік тому +1

    And Anxious.

  • @fernandofernandes2303
    @fernandofernandes2303 Рік тому

    😘😘😘

  • @sitirotemato5537
    @sitirotemato5537 Рік тому +1

    Colosal.

  • @martasimon5820
    @martasimon5820 Рік тому

    KEDVES XAVÉR. Tudod min szeretnék gondoldkoni veled., ha egy mód van rá,van nálam egy klasz bögre aminek a külsején vannak több féle hangszerek, pl gitár hegedű,hárfa stb és ez nagyon szivesen átadom átadnám neked,ha valamilyen úton módon tudnánk személyesen is találkozni.Hogy is lehetne megoldani? Jó kérdés nem?Őszinte tisztelettel

  • @menyhartistvan3380
    @menyhartistvan3380 Місяць тому

    20:56-25.55 transcendent.

  • @prettyundefinedrightnow8963
    @prettyundefinedrightnow8963 Рік тому +1

    Skipping the hard bars on the Widor Toccata finale?

  • @brucetominello325
    @brucetominello325 2 роки тому +1

    What;s with e cheating on the last portion of the Widor?

    • @clarifaco
      @clarifaco 3 місяці тому

      And the tempo is too fast... 😢 A bit anxious

  • @qwaqwa1960
    @qwaqwa1960 2 роки тому +1

    Wow, you're almost as good as Virgil Fox!!!

  • @SingerGeneLeonard
    @SingerGeneLeonard 2 роки тому

    He cut part of the Widor out !?!?

    • @xavervarnus
      @xavervarnus  2 роки тому +6

      I've been skipping the last page of this piece since I was a child, because I find the last page to be very badly composed music. I also don't have a good opinion of Widor as a composer in general, because compared to the genius of Cesar Franck/Charles Tournemire, he was very mediocre. This toccata is based on three beats just like Ravel's Bolero, of which its composer was not very proud. But while Ravel's Bolero has great merit for its use of the symphonic orchestra, Widor's Toccata is just following the old and boring path of French symphonic organ use. Jean Guillou once told me that when he graduated from the Coservatoire, he was so bored with the tradition of 'French symphonic organ playing' that he thought he would either follow a completely different path or give up the organ and become a writer. He described Widor to me in a radio interview as the most mediocre French organ composer, who wrote a few fashionable character pieces but never reached the level of the truly great composers. Please read Tournemire's memoirs and you will probably get a more nuanced picture of this period.

    • @charlestupper904
      @charlestupper904 Рік тому +1

      ​@@xavervarnus ...Maestro, curious then, why did you choose any part of this piece?
      Regardless, it is wonderful to see your movements on the keyboards and the pedals. I have enjoyed the organ since childhood (12) but know little of the nuances that determine one piece or another in organising a concert.
      Have you played at Vancouver's Christchurch Cathedral, especially since substantial upgrades.
      Humble greetings.
      Charles H Tupper

  • @user-jm2ik9or5w
    @user-jm2ik9or5w Рік тому +2

    Весь мир слушает трубы игры "СОЛНЦЕПЁКА" произведений военной тактики ВВ ПУТИНА на УКРАИНЕ. ЕВРОПА! ПРИСЛУШАЙСЯ,

  • @silencevong
    @silencevong Рік тому +1

    pylosopy.

  • @silencevong
    @silencevong Рік тому

    Punctural.

  • @silencevong
    @silencevong Рік тому

    BlackJurda.

  • @robertssje
    @robertssje 2 роки тому +1

    Where is the pedal organ on this instrument? It's inaudible or muddy in so many passages and consequently the music really suffers? Too bad.

    • @Barefoot12
      @Barefoot12 2 роки тому +1

      Ya. Moving a mic even a foot changes the recording.

    • @xavervarnus
      @xavervarnus  2 роки тому +9

      According to the microphone settings in the afternoon, the organ sounded very nice on the recordings, but in Notre-Dame in Ottawa the acoustics were strangely altered by the 2,000 people who turned up in the evening, and this was unpredictable for this church, because it had never had such a large crowd at an organ concert before, so there was no experience of recording.

    • @robertssje
      @robertssje 2 роки тому +2

      @@xavervarnus Your playing is simply brilliant and I was so sorry not to hear your virtuoso pedal playing. Thank you for your gracious reply.

    • @brucetominello325
      @brucetominello325 Рік тому +2

      @@xavervarnus People soak up a lot of sound, no joke, I’ve experienced it on many occasions, especially if they are wearing heavy outerwear.

  • @silencevong
    @silencevong Рік тому

    intwhiter.

  • @laszlogacsi1752
    @laszlogacsi1752 2 роки тому +1

    Ekkora egy kóklert

    • @Alexce_
      @Alexce_ Рік тому +1

      ?

    • @eliapu
      @eliapu 5 місяців тому

      te sokkal jobb vagy cimbalmon a "nád a házunk teteje" című magyar nóta előadásában!😢 te..senkiházi p..raszt!😊

  • @SB_70
    @SB_70 Рік тому +2

    Bravo maestro !

  • @patricklaine5706
    @patricklaine5706 Рік тому +1

    Beaucoup trop de jeux 🤮