A movingly tragic yet melodically gorgeous 'largo', a bitingly sardonic 'allegro', and a playfully joyful 'presto' make up what is a most unusually structured symphony, but also a most imposing and effective one. I have never enjoyed it as much as I did in this performance; Prieto conveyed all the pathos of the 'largo', and the contrast between the two final movements became clearer here than ever before. It was truly stunning. (And the conductor's facial expressions and body language were priceless, adding even more to the overall enjoyment!)
I knew that the hr orchestra are fine. especially the flute and the brasses, but the performance is really great, couldn´t remind that i watched a better one the last years.
I can't think of a better performance of this piece, but I'm absolutely certain I never heard a better piccolo! I wonder if the last few bars shouldn't be outright derisive!
It's a very good performance but Gergiev and the Mariisnky orchestra gave this year an astounding performance of it in Paris (part of the whole symphonies and concertos cycle (2013-2014) ). For those who can catch the french channel Mezzo or Mezzo Live HD checkout for the broadcast of the whole cycle in the coming months. How could that stupid Soviet regime have forbidden to perform such a masterpiece after its premiere and many others of the composers! Never let politicians and government deal with art and culture!
And you are referring to Marinsky and Gergiev and then stating that politicians and government shouldn't deal with art? Gergiev is a good friend of Putin and does also some propaganda for him...just saying.
vanboaconstrictor A government whatever its political orientation has no right to decide if a composition is in accordance with its policy or opinions. But of course whether it be in the former USSR or now the so called democratic Russia, the idea that It is the government who should decide about the tastes of the people is still prevalent. Putin is a former KGB member and we know how he deals with things. I must say that the way Gergiev supports such a man is quite indecent and not to be admired which of course doesn't interfere with his talent as a conductor. That politicians orient investments in culture ie building equipment, developing means to teach music, or any other art is one thing but to interfere in the judgment of what is good music or not is an abuse of power and a dictatorship on free thinking of the people. Who knows how many great composers could have emerged in the Stalin era if they had not been murdered or sent to camps because of their opinions or the way the retardated association of soviet composers decided to ban them without mercy. A perfect example of this way of acting was given by the hoodlums and monsters of the 3rd Reich under Hitler. It's the public which judges if a composition is to its liking or not and even though it can be totally wrong in the end. Remember the scandal in Paris of Stravinsky's first presentation of the Rite of spring in 1913! Today the work is one of the most regularly performed in concerts to wide applause of the public. Thank god the French government did not take any action on the matter.
Could this be the Maestro composing for the State, and not for himself or his listening public? Stalin and co wanted cheerful music that reflected the great Utopia created by the Glorious Revolution. Who knows?
Da die 6. Sinfonie zwischen den prächtigen 4. 5. und 7. 8. liegt, war mir teilweise unbekannt und gar nicht beliebt. Aufgrund dieser Interpreation ist diese Sinfonie zu einer meiner Favoriten geworden!
I still think audiences don't know what to make of this symphony as a whole. It begins in the depths of hell, and then you get quickly pulled out by a quick scherzo and a polka. Whereas the 5th sounds like a journey from tragedy to triumph, the 6th is still a mystery to me, as much as I love it. Maybe that was the point. I don't know.
Also, der Dirigent würde mich ja kirre machen, wenn ich unter ihm spielen müsste. Vielleicht bin ich auch einfach ungeübt, aber wo ist da bitte der Takt?
Takt wird überbewertet ;) - wie Furtwängler schon über Toscanini sagte: "Elender Taktschläger" Dann macht Carlos Kleiner denke ich genauso kirre ... Ganz offenbar gelingt es dem Dirigenten hier, seine Intention zu vermitteln, das Ergebnis ist großartig in meinen Ohren.
Великолепная предвоенная симфония! Перед началом войны Россия-НАТО! И ещё в комментариях странные замечания об эмоциях. В России очень умеренные эмоции в отличие от Западной Цивилизации!
He is a very decent person, imho. Also, a good violist. But, his family’s wealth is the only reason that he has been able to enjoy the opportunity of waving his hands in front of orchestras like Frankfurt, Chicago, or even the Sinfonica Nacional de Mexico. Alondra is another. Privilege. What a shame.
Super conductor getting a lot from the orchestra in this brilliant symphony. Second movement was a joyous romp.
Very different from the more famous 5th but equally as great. The 1st movement is, IMO, one of the most intense works of music ever written.
I fully agree. This symphony is greatly underappreciated. And indeed the 1st part, especially the final 5 minutes are unforgettable (Hans de Jong)
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You are so right. He captures so vividly the hopelessness, loneliness, the desperation, the gray, overarching fear that is communism. Horrifying.
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A movingly tragic yet melodically gorgeous 'largo', a bitingly sardonic 'allegro', and a playfully joyful 'presto' make up what is a most unusually structured symphony, but also a most imposing and effective one. I have never enjoyed it as much as I did in this performance; Prieto conveyed all the pathos of the 'largo', and the contrast between the two final movements became clearer here than ever before. It was truly stunning. (And the conductor's facial expressions and body language were priceless, adding even more to the overall enjoyment!)
13:25
On you tube there's a video of Leonard Bernstein discussing this symphony. It's definitely worth while listening to.
Very objective interpretation of this challenging symphony without superfluous passion. I like it.
Hypnotizing flute duet, fantastic.
thx. Jakub Strużyński
I. Largo - Moderato - Largo 00:56
II. Allegro 21:40
III. Presto 28:08
I knew that the hr orchestra are fine. especially the flute and the brasses, but the performance is really great, couldn´t remind that i watched a better one the last years.
WOW what a performance best i have ever heard GREAT !!!
The section from 6.40 to 7.40 was used over the closing titles of a British TV drama from the 1970s entitled "The fall of Eagles"
Komponierte Stille und wunderschöne Bläsersoli im 1. Satz. Tiefe Trauer.
Fantastic performance. End of 1st Movement seems to be inspiration for Bourne Identity theme. around 20:30
This magnificent performance is full of far superior splendor
It's like my soul is being sucked away
I. Largo - Moderato - Largo 0:56
II. Allegro 21:40
III. Presto 28:08
28:08
wonderful performance!
Very good!
I love the ''esprit'' of the finale.
Excellent!
Sehr objektive Interpretation der anspruchsvollen Sinfonie ohne überflüssige Leidenschaft. Das gefällt mir.
Incidentally, that is a beautiful harp.
BRAVO!!!
Thank you for adding this to today!
28:52 Dirigieren mit den Augenbrauen - Super!!!
Incrível! Obrigado!
I can't think of a better performance of this piece, but I'm absolutely certain I never heard a better piccolo! I wonder if the last few bars shouldn't be outright derisive!
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35:11 that timpani part is sensational
Hot damn!
Молодец, Митя❤
It's a very good performance but Gergiev and the Mariisnky orchestra gave this year an astounding performance of it in Paris (part of the whole symphonies and concertos cycle (2013-2014) ). For those who can catch the french channel Mezzo or Mezzo Live HD checkout for the broadcast of the whole cycle in the coming months.
How could that stupid Soviet regime have forbidden to perform such a masterpiece after its premiere and many others of the composers! Never let politicians and government deal with art and culture!
And you are referring to Marinsky and Gergiev and then stating that politicians and government shouldn't deal with art? Gergiev is a good friend of Putin and does also some propaganda for him...just saying.
vanboaconstrictor A government whatever its political orientation has no right to decide if a composition is in accordance with its policy or opinions. But of course whether it be in the former USSR or now the so called democratic Russia, the idea that It is the government who should decide about the tastes of the people is still prevalent. Putin is a former KGB member and we know how he deals with things. I must say that the way Gergiev supports such a man is quite indecent and not to be admired which of course doesn't interfere with his talent as a conductor. That politicians orient investments in culture ie building equipment, developing means to teach music, or any other art is one thing but to interfere in the judgment of what is good music or not is an abuse of power and a dictatorship on free thinking of the people. Who knows how many great composers could have emerged in the Stalin era if they had not been murdered or sent to camps because of their opinions or the way the retardated association of soviet composers decided to ban them without mercy. A perfect example of this way of acting was given by the hoodlums and monsters of the 3rd Reich under Hitler. It's the public which judges if a composition is to its liking or not and even though it can be totally wrong in the end. Remember the scandal in Paris of Stravinsky's first presentation of the Rite of spring in 1913! Today the work is one of the most regularly performed in concerts to wide applause of the public. Thank god the French government did not take any action on the matter.
Very smart to be friend of the boss, I should think. Any country!
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0:56 is a good place to start.
28:45 MOTHER3 - Unfounded Revenge intensifies
Lol thanks, I was looking for this
0:58 begins | 10:43 dark transition | 21:40 2nd movement |
Soooo...
MOTHER 3 right?
5:14 22:06 22:29 22:59 26:24
Nice timestamps for piccolo players studying the symphony. Great! (commenting to enhance visibility)
9:00 , 13:25 , 15:51
32:00 solo
Could this be the Maestro composing for the State, and not for himself or his listening public? Stalin and co wanted cheerful music that reflected the great Utopia created by the Glorious Revolution. Who knows?
Is it uncommon to give a standing ovation?
I don't see any standing ovation here?
@@paullewis2413 These people are too cool for a standing ovation.
15:50
Probably tougher to play than Dsch's more flamboyant works.
Question: Can't coughs be removed with digital technology?
Yes...but you have to pay someone to do that so maybe no
Da die 6. Sinfonie zwischen den prächtigen 4. 5. und 7. 8. liegt, war mir teilweise unbekannt und gar nicht beliebt. Aufgrund dieser Interpreation ist diese Sinfonie zu einer meiner Favoriten geworden!
Erstaunliche Aehnlichkeiten mit Prokofievs Sinfonie classique im Presto.
Piccolo solo 05:13
16:36 25:38 33:40
So many beady little eyes with beady little frameless glasses! There's a market for designer frames in Frankfurt!
yeah. the conductor's eyebrow game is still off-putting 10 years on
Tepid applause, the audience is not worth the wonderful finale
I still think audiences don't know what to make of this symphony as a whole. It begins in the depths of hell, and then you get quickly pulled out by a quick scherzo and a polka. Whereas the 5th sounds like a journey from tragedy to triumph, the 6th is still a mystery to me, as much as I love it. Maybe that was the point. I don't know.
Frankfurt
Also, der Dirigent würde mich ja kirre machen, wenn ich unter ihm spielen müsste. Vielleicht bin ich auch einfach ungeübt, aber wo ist da bitte der Takt?
Takt wird überbewertet ;) - wie Furtwängler schon über Toscanini sagte: "Elender Taktschläger"
Dann macht Carlos Kleiner denke ich genauso kirre ...
Ganz offenbar gelingt es dem Dirigenten hier, seine Intention zu vermitteln, das Ergebnis ist großartig in meinen Ohren.
Великолепная предвоенная симфония! Перед началом войны Россия-НАТО!
И ещё в комментариях странные замечания об эмоциях. В России очень умеренные эмоции в отличие от Западной Цивилизации!
Is he the son of Carlos Prieto?
Es su hijo.
He is a very decent person, imho. Also, a good violist. But, his family’s wealth is the only reason that he has been able to enjoy the opportunity of waving his hands in front of orchestras like Frankfurt, Chicago, or even the Sinfonica Nacional de Mexico. Alondra is another. Privilege. What a shame.
頭のない交響曲
13:25