I wanted to do this for my senior recital in 1988, and wrote to Peter Schickele. He said he was still doing it on stage, so he wouldn't give me permission, but his letter was hysterical and wonderfully supportive. I'm sure he'd be thrilled at this performance -- congratulations!
Peter Schickele was an amazing composer! I can’t imagine the level of knowledge of both instruments to be able to weave this together in such away that a proficient performer would be able to do it! Bravo!
I think it was 1986 when I saw this performed on Halloween night; the highlight (?) of the program was Hansel and Gretel and Ted and Alice. At that performance, it was David Oei (the pianist from The Intimate P.D.Q. Bach album) who was “running” late.
a very belated response to this but anyone who needs to ask needs to be introduced to P.D.Q. Bach, a fictitious composer whose works were "discovered" by parodiest Peter Schickele. Described as the youngest and oddest of J.S. Bach's 20 odd children, works attributed to him are brilliant send ups of classical music as well as often being good songs in their own right. Look him (either him) up.
I had no idea that one-handed/zero-handed bassoon playing was even a "thing". & as for the second part, words cannot express my bewilderment!. At least it was all done with the BEST possible taste! Although, for me, the word "taste" is forever transformed in its meaning, after watching this.
Had the honour (read 'fun!') to interview Peter Schickele in the early 70s for a syndicated classical music radio programme I hosted for three years. Nobody but the inimitable Victor Borge ever made me work as hard to keep a straight 'face' on radio, but thank bog it wasn't live so whenever I lost it 'off script' we could take it out with a razor blade. ;o) Peter Schickele is a brilliant composer. You have to be a performer to appreciate his genius. Bassoon was my first instrument; keyboard came along MANY years later. But I can appreciate how monstrously difficult this piece was for that young lady to perform. It really would be appropriate to credit her by name here. She should get recognition for her talent and skill.
Brava! Brava!! And who but the meisterbrau his own self, PDQ, write with such economy! Bassoon and Clavier!!! for Two hands!! This piece was created after PDQ had written for Windbreaker, Bassoon and Clavier (Sonata for Two Hands, Fuß, Clavier,, Windbreaker and Bassoon in GMaj (Schikele 3.1.1.1) This was on a bet PDQ made for a bottle of house wine with a young W.A. Mozart, who was 3 days old at the time) ). It was composed and performed at the State Theater of Wein am Rein by Franz "Großer Fuß" Leiderhosen. Herr Leiderhosen had the some say unique ability to play the clavier with his feet (an octave span between big and little toes), leaving him able to maneuver both the bassoon and windbreaker, while accompanying both on the clavier (although Herr Leiderhosen found pedaling quite the challenge). P.D.Q won the bet with the young Mozart, who became so despondent that he became the greatest billiard player the world had ever known. And the rest is as they say is musicologicalol history.
Absolutely Fricking marvelous. Why did so many musicians forget that the reason for music was to cheer us.... to make us better and happier human beings? It looks so haphazard, but to anyone with a brain, it's wonderfully calculated. It's 2016 and only 37K hits in 5 years. I suppose bigger than the live audience, but you deserve better. Ah, well, I'm a single guy who thinks you're cute. Color the review as you like.
Verdier Clement You can probably get the music from any online music store. And yes, it's written for the same performer to play both the piano and bassoon parts.
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I wanted to do this for my senior recital in 1988, and wrote to Peter Schickele. He said he was still doing it on stage, so he wouldn't give me permission, but his letter was hysterical and wonderfully supportive. I'm sure he'd be thrilled at this performance -- congratulations!
Peter Schickele was an amazing composer! I can’t imagine the level of knowledge of both instruments to be able to weave this together in such away that a proficient performer would be able to do it! Bravo!
I got to see Schickele himself perform this back in 84 at Illinois. You did him proud.
I think it was 1986 when I saw this performed on Halloween night; the highlight (?) of the program was Hansel and Gretel and Ted and Alice. At that performance, it was David Oei (the pianist from The Intimate P.D.Q. Bach album) who was “running” late.
Schickle was a mad genius! His Concerto for Horn & Hardart was a work of art. XD
He is actually quite an accomplished bassoonist.
That was a tour de force. as a fellow woodwinest, I'd love I love to give you a Laurel, and Hardy handshake.
Jeremy Pickett Wait a moment. Is she the new sheriff?
I don't usually physically applaud while watching UA-cam ... but this forced me. HUZZAH!
a very belated response to this but anyone who needs to ask needs to be introduced to P.D.Q. Bach, a fictitious composer whose works were "discovered" by parodiest Peter Schickele. Described as the youngest and oddest of J.S. Bach's 20 odd children, works attributed to him are brilliant send ups of classical music as well as often being good songs in their own right. Look him (either him) up.
I played this for my final concert as part of my A-level music. Slightly challenging to play, but so much fun.
I had no idea that one-handed/zero-handed bassoon playing was even a "thing". & as for the second part, words cannot express my bewilderment!. At least it was all done with the BEST possible taste! Although, for me, the word "taste" is forever transformed in its meaning, after watching this.
I used to play the bassoon and the piano, but never at the same time!!
Had the honour (read 'fun!') to interview Peter Schickele in the early 70s for a syndicated classical music radio programme I hosted for three years. Nobody but the inimitable Victor Borge ever made me work as hard to keep a straight 'face' on radio, but thank bog it wasn't live so whenever I lost it 'off script' we could take it out with a razor blade. ;o)
Peter Schickele is a brilliant composer. You have to be a performer to appreciate his genius. Bassoon was my first instrument; keyboard came along MANY years later. But I can appreciate how monstrously difficult this piece was for that young lady to perform. It really would be appropriate to credit her by name here. She should get recognition for her talent and skill.
Brava! Brava!! And who but the meisterbrau his own self, PDQ, write with such economy! Bassoon and Clavier!!! for Two hands!! This piece was created after PDQ had written for Windbreaker, Bassoon and Clavier (Sonata for Two Hands, Fuß, Clavier,, Windbreaker and Bassoon in GMaj (Schikele 3.1.1.1) This was on a bet PDQ made for a bottle of house wine with a young W.A. Mozart, who was 3 days old at the time) ). It was composed and performed at the State Theater of Wein am Rein by Franz "Großer Fuß" Leiderhosen. Herr Leiderhosen had the some say unique ability to play the clavier with his feet (an octave span between big and little toes), leaving him able to maneuver both the bassoon and windbreaker, while accompanying both on the clavier (although Herr Leiderhosen found pedaling quite the challenge). P.D.Q won the bet with the young Mozart, who became so despondent that he became the greatest billiard player the world had ever known. And the rest is as they say is musicologicalol history.
I found the bassoon difficult enough with two hands. I truly admire your command of both instrumentsand sense of humor.
Wonderful piece and performance! What a crying shame not to give credit to the talented young lady.
What a great musician and charming piece.
A charming musician and a great piece.
What a grearming musician and a chat piece!
Don't feel bad having to explain it. I did a PDQ Bach piece once and it went over everyone's head.
Simultaneously hilarious and impressive. I wish I could play either of those instruments that well by itself, let alone both at once!
I'm a sophomore and I am playing this piece just for fun and I plat the bassoon and just
I love PDQ BACH and your Sonata Abassoonata is wonderful and hilarious. More please!!!
Wow! As a long time piano player and a newbie bassoonist, I completely get how tough this would be to pull off smoothly. Awesome!
Superb! I was afraid you were going to drop the bassoon. Don't ever stop having fun!
Absolutely Fricking marvelous. Why did so many musicians forget that the reason for music was to cheer us.... to make us better and happier human beings? It looks so haphazard, but to anyone with a brain, it's wonderfully calculated. It's 2016 and only 37K hits in 5 years. I suppose bigger than the live audience, but you deserve better. Ah, well, I'm a single guy who thinks you're cute. Color the review as you like.
Very impressive, especially maintaining her composure through all that...
Yay for the accompanist finding a parking spot!
This actually a beautiful piece, too.
Such unchained passion!!!!!
Simply splendidly played, played and acted!
Love it! Dead pan and classic PDQ Bach.
So hilarious and very well done.
Genius! Such interpretation!
I once played the drums and a kazoo at the same time...
Excellent - please, include the names of the performers! !
Dr Peter Schickele + Weird Al Yankovic + Tom Lehrer. Make it happen.
I've actually done something similar with Soprano Soloist, Alto Recorder & Piano. (The Coventry Carol)
Lovely music and lovely performance.
Speechless !!!!!!
Fantastic coordination skills😲👍
You are amazing- so what are you doing now? (2017)
I saw Peter do this and you are doing as well ❤️🩹
Wish I played the piano, this piece looks like fun
You're amazing!
LOVE THIS! SO FUNNY! P.D.Q. Bach is hilarious!!
Victoria Borge! If I was 40 years younger and not already taken, I'd marry you myself!
Marvelous!!
The name of the artist, PLEEASE!
Wonderful!
Brave girl! LOL! Who is she?
Iiiiiiimpresionante !!!
Delightful!
incredible!
well done....was that a PDQ Bach piece?
i think it was...pdq bach rules...
You had to ask?
Yes, it says in the video description
What is this treasure's name? Amazing!
P.D.Q Bach was an absolute Chad in his day
I love it!
So who is the abassoonist?
Bravo
Peter would be Proud of you!! Are you his illegitimate child, if so we applaud you and. Are slightly concerned.
Wow. Two instruments at once
thirteen minutes well spent !!
Oh my dear god. This is amazing. I just told my boyfriend to dump me and marry you instead.
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PDQ would be smiling.
PAHAHAHAHAHAHAHA
tough crowd though ._.
Maybe Michigan isn't such a bad place.
Is it possible to have the score of this interpretation ?
+Verdier Clement This "interpretation"? This is the original.
+John Randomness oh, well, I didn't know that ^^
Verdier Clement
You can probably get the music from any online music store. And yes, it's written for the same performer to play both the piano and bassoon parts.
+John Randomness thanks a lot! That's awesome!
Verdier Clement You're welcome.
pahaha this is awesome!
Crazy :)
This must require infinite practice.
How is this even notated? Hahaha
Was this supposed to be funny?
but very nice multitasker!!!
A bit long!
your wife thought so ass well
calrikc LOL!!!
yea bit of novelty, it reminds me of that Michael Angelo Batio guy, playing two guitars at the same time
It's so funny and interesting!!!)))