Symphony no. 2 in D Major by Joseph Bologne, Chevalier de Saint-Georges

Performed by the Du Bois Orchestra on June 11th, 2021 at Longy School of Music's Pickman Hall
Artistic Director - Dominique Hoskin
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[@mylesjordan9970]

He was respected for his music, but feared everywhere in France for his swordsmanship.

[@radubradu]

But his real weapon was his twerking style

[@ibrahimsanneh3207]

​@@radubradu💀

[@glennmason9949]

Joseph Bologne was recognised during his life and made a Chevalier Saint-Georges ... well done, Joseph!

[@malcolmabram2957]

Never heard of him, but I have now. Thank you for taking the time to play one of so many unknown pieces. I enjoyed it.

[@FayolaOnline]

Just watched a bio on Joseph Bologne and right after listened to this. Before I vaguely remember hearing of a Black Mozart but it's nice to finally hear his story and his works. Thanks for sharing!

[@hellomate639]

I hate the name "Black Mozart."
He is Joseph Bologne. Schubert isn't "other Beethoven." He's Franz Schubert.
But it's worse than that - Bolonge influenced Mozart!
Literally, he's one of the most influential composers in history because he influenced one of the all-time most well-known composers in history....
It's an absolute travesty that he's so obscure. It's absolutely disgusting that he is not a household name of influential people.

[@lkayh]

@@hellomate639totally agree. Can’t wait to see the movie.

[@jacquelinehorton395]

This second movement should be played more often. I love that the duple is played as a triplet.

[@MrNathan791]

Excellent. Thanks for posting.

[@yeettherat69420]

we played this song in my highschool orchestra. really an amazing piece, hope to be in an orchestra like this someday.

[@roberttrepagnier9149]

Best of luck to you. Hope you achieve your dream.

[@ElisPalmer]

Beautiful 🌞

[@fermatachambersoloists]

Outstanding!

[@MaryPrather]

Thank you for this lovely performance. I will be teaching a group of students about Joseph Bologne, and will use this performance. 🎶🎶

[@isabellagonzalez3603]

I love this song we have to play it in. Music class and it so easy!!

[@artmis6158]

making a note for myself
6:09 3rd movement

[@Rinsakiii]

3:40 2nc

[@straightarrow372]

I love the way his music is upbeat and peppy

[@y4suke339]

I. Allegro Presto - 0:08
II. Andante - 3:42
III. Presto - 6:15

[@GRACELGROSE]

I loved the biography and loved his music. Also, he was the jack of all trades in his day. The best in fencing swimming , horseback, and multiple languages. Joseph, I'm in Love❤

[@TheTwinklinglilstar]

The 2nd movement is just everything to me.

[@jeanchardavoine]

congratulations on playing the music of Joseph bologne pure awesomeness

[@alex__lorenzo3282]

Que o mundo conheça sua obra

[@pscottlivingnow]

❤️🍎🐦

[@jr4915]

Can you let us know which company you rented (or purchase) the music from?

[@duboisorchestra6683]

We were able to find the music for this symphony on IMSLP: imslp.org/wiki/2_Symphonies%2C_Op.11_(Saint-Georges%2C_Joseph_Bologne). I had to correct a lot of errors in the score though. If you would like me to send you a PDF with my corrections, just reply with your email address.

[@JulianusRex]

I had not heard of Bologne before today. I spent a couple of hours listening to various works. What I heard was pleasant and melodious, but somewhat simplistic. The works I heard did not require much virtuosity of the soloists. He also did not seem to use what would have been considered a full orchestra at the time. For example this work, a symphony, is scored only for strings, two horns and two oboes. I would like to hear his music performed by the Montreal Symphony, the orchestra I subscribe to, but it really does not compare to Mozart in quality.

[@19divide53]

I don't think the concept of "full orchestra" existed during most of the classical period.

[@hannajoyy2763]

2:23

[@bifeldman]

Suave

[@alejandrolibre9083]

Des zombis g0gols

[@buzios999]

Sounds quite crude and unpolished to Mozart.

[@radubradu]

Well done! We need more music by obscure mediocre composers to be promoted because of the colour of their skin.

[@TheTwinklinglilstar]

🤣 obscure for obvious reasons of the time. But you still found your way here to comment. Well Done! You're helping with the promotion.

[@1nanaswag]

"obscure mediocre composers" lol you're just a racist hater

[@moderatecanuck]

He was so mediocre that Mozart was inspired by him. I swear anti-woketards are as childish as their counterparts

[@Quim141]

Jealous?

[@FrostyDufour]

Scram.

[@TripleCubedTriune]

Well, this was mentally nutritious this morning 🤎🎶🤌🏾

[@kvnmurphy]

I. Allegro Presto - 0:08
II. Andante - 3:42
III. Presto - 6:15

[@allison2700]

4:08