Alison Balsom, 'Haydn Trumpet Concerto in Eb, 1st mov.' (Allegro)

[@donaldpgrant3743]

I repeat, I am head over heels in love with this magnificent musician and wonderful person. At age 78 and 6,000 miles distant I can only offer my wishes for long life, good health and happiness, and my appreciation for wonderful spirit rising performances. San Luis Obispo, California, April 2016

[@AS-zk6hz]

As a brass ensemble trombonist I say she is a most wonderful trumpeter. Bravo can’t get better Very enjoyable performance !!!!!

[@knaus600]

Das Trompetenkonzert von J. Haydn ist etwas vom edelsten und schönsten was es gibt. Mit Alison Basom ein absoluter Ohrenschmaus.

[@alsuz]

@@knaus600 Can't agree more, Heinz, Alison is still one of the best! Take care, God bless you.

[@christopherrussell2611]

One of Haydn’s most unusual but beautiful pieces. So nice to hear the trumpet excelled front centre of the orchestra. Absolutely wonderfully clean. Well done my girl, JaneR

[@tambrosia]

Bravo to this young lady. Always amazes me when I see females playing a trumpet, trombone, tuba. The orchestra all played so well. Thank you for bringing your talents and showcasing them to the world. I look at these folks as true ministers WHY Music is HIS most wonderful creation. WHen you play music with your talents, love and heart, that becomes, at least to me, a divine prayer to the Creator. Thank You Pax+

[@alsuz]

You're very welcome, Tambrosia, have a great day, God bless you!

[@rolandmohler2695]

There are those musicians who play technically great but don't understand the life of the music. She feels the soul of the music to her very core and brings it to life for us all to experience!

[@tambrosia]

3 23 2024 YOu are so correct The great mu@@rolandmohler2695

[@右高弘明]

What a beautiful sound! Alison is the best solo trumpet player of classical music in the world. wonderful! I love her music. her sounds make me happy.

[@claytonchar9232]

Never thought to watch KZbin for great music. Started watching after seeing Alison Balsom. She is amazing! I am now watching KZbin videos whenever I have the time. Thank you KZbin.

[@tvideo1189]

Probably my favorite piece of music ever. Loved it after hearing it for the first time over 60 years ago.

[@elliottoppenheim837]

Ms. Balsom is awesome... in the true meaning of the word. I am about to play this concerto in a couple of hours before a huge crowd and watching her, her inspiration, settles my stomach.... I am channeling you, Alison. Elliott Oppenheim, Trilllium Brass

[@directcurrent5751]

Is it typical to major solo with no sheet music that way?

[@JohnLowe-ry4ik]

Beautiful 😊

[@guidoclaerhout6620]

Mooi muziekje met de trumpet gespeeld, liefs van Guido claerhout

[@alwaysseekingsilver]

Played this at State competition as a high school senior (40 years ago now). Man, it was tough! Started whistling along. She played it beautifully, and so cleanly. Bravo 👏

[@mysticmouse7261]

Haydn never disappoints. And then when a trumpeter like Alison performs it's unparalleled and exciting

[@puulanetohtlane6149]

Hu says- ITS Hayden....???....

[@MegaLIFE111]

Her talent is exquisite

[@dennislaux]

Such a beautiful and talented woman. It's all the people here, including the audience that gives me hope that life is worthwhile after all. Some humans still strive and love things of beauty and making this world a better place. At times it seems things are so on the verge of collapse, there isn't much hope left. thanks.

[@alsuz]

Our hope is in Jesus, Danny. Because of Him, life is beautiful and worthwhile. Take care, God bless you.

[@rena3654]

The trumpet is in the Bible.I have always thought how beautiful it must sound.

[@andregrac7492]

J'ai un à priori contre les anglais! Mais votre musique merveilleuse m'a conquis. Merci beaucoup, je passe des heures à vous écouter, sublime.

[@TuanNguyen-fe6si]

Tất cả tinh hoa của nền văn minh được thể hiện trong những bản giao hưởng nói chung và bản giao hưởng này nói riêng. Xin trân trọng cảm phục sự tài hoa của các nhạc công, và bộ óc thiên tài của vị nhạc trưởng

[@chrispeek8412]

The trumpet - the most majestic-sounding & the finest of the brass instruments. That was excellent, Alison!!

[@supernoodles908]

Fight me love Trombone

[@angelacooper2661]

A case of blowing her own trumpet 🎺!

[@jimmyyoung4187]

Quite simply, this lady is without any serious competition. Her elegance, dedication and sheer love for the trumpet shines through in abundance and then some. May Ms Balsom grace us for a long time to come.

[@angelacooper2661]

A case of Alison blowing her own trumpet!

[@cantusfirmusbecker7825]

Bravo, bravissimo! Feiner Ton! Dynamik fein abgestimmt mit dem Orchester. Dabei sieht es so mühelos aus. Nicht zu glauben. Hier kommen Talent, Fleiß und Schönheit zusammen. Gratulation allen Beteiligten und der Solistin zu allererst. Viel Glück weiterhin! Vielen Dank fürs Hochladen!

[@leonmaliniak]

A symphony orchestra is such a beautiful thing. All these musicians co-operating and being in sync and in harmony..it is a metaphor for life and a glorious example for unity for the whole world.

[@alsuz]

Very true, Leon, best regards.

[@maciejlegowicz5834]

... as long they put equal effort, have a great conductor and the script. Unfortunately, it's very, very tricky looking at the state of today's world.

[@antoniodoncel5246]

Perfectamente expresado. I agree

[@MM-dq2pi]

I know it's their job, but I am still impressed by players who memorise whole pieces perfectly and place without music.

[@samuraidoggy]

Memorising the pieces is the easiest part that everyone with practice does. Getting sound to perfect is what makes the pro.

[@hitmehardcaleb]

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[@5papa]

It’s all about repetition. Practice makes perfect.

[@5papa]

She is very good, one of the better ones.

[@directcurrent5751]

I was like, what the????

[@martinchartier6204]

Wow! If music can be like this on earth ... what will heaven be like?

[@alsuz]

'But as it is written: Eye has not seen, nor ear heard, nor have entered into the heart of man the things which God has prepared for those who love Him.' (1 Corinthians 2.9)

[@user-kq5qp6dh8l]

Like this I believe.

[@miriamrodriguez2216]

​@alsuz Thank you for reminding us that the Lord is indeed waiting for His children in heaven with unimaginable gifts from His amazing grace.

[@edruff3667]

Complete mastery of the trumpet. Wonderful range, staccato, legato, and dynamic.

[@timothycaputo5233]

One thing I've noticed from other trumpet soloist who play this piece is that they play the whole song the same dynamic. Her adding the dynamic changes is amazing! Her pianissimos blend perfectly in with the orchestra while her fortes or fortissimos still stand out as being loud and proud as a trumpet fanfare! Well done, amazing job!

[@bachconcerto.n.7franceschi580]

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[@abelsantos1700]

Boa allegre muy graças

[@ayoubguesmi9531]

Since when there are pianissimo / fortissimo for trumpet ? 😂😂😂 (Jk) ;p

[@micahmaurio2397]

I love her interpretations of the classics. There are so many subtle nuances in her playing that keep these dinosaurs fresh and exciting! Not to mention how well she captures all of the playful phrases with absolute ease and control. She is a master!

[@笠井尚右]

小澤征爾DOVORAK

[@jamesharvey832]

Bravo

[@marekvollach7831]

BOTH beautiful to listen to and to look at. Thank you, GOD

[@bootman26]

At first I didn't know if I was going to like her articulation, but it didn't take a minute or two and I was hooked. The cadenza was outstanding, virtuosic but so tasteful. Decrescendos in places where it's hard to get softer on the trumpet. Total artistry. Alison would have made Haydn proud.

[@debrabolton9372]

Beautifully performed! An extremely talented woman.

[@Arihant997]

I enjoy hearing Allison ..treat to hear . Haydon must be proud his composition has been given justice!!

[@tombufford8659]

Enjoyed listening to Alison talking on the radio occasionally, Enjoying life and her trumpet!

[@arsmvsica8787]

Alison BALSOM entre dans le son de l'orchestre ... comme "en pantoufles"... Bravo & merci pour cette vision d'une interprétation pleinement partagée !

[@genearbogast7525]

Absolutely Beautiful . She has mastered the dynamics of this.........emotionally and mechanically

[@richardbrooks7171]

By

[@robertfrancis4876]

Alison is my most favorite trumpet player she is phenomenal.

[@alainguibert1556]

Magnifique sonorité et maîtrise totale !

[@juanramongonzalez8809]

!!! Maravillosa!!! Gracias por hacerme disfrutar con tu arte,sin olvidar a la orquesta 🥰🥰🥰👏👏👏😎😎🇪🇸🇪🇸🇪🇸

[@chickennuggetpaw]

As a trumpet player, hearing music like this is really inspiring. I’m only in highschool band right now, but oh my god I just love the thought of being able to play this well one day, if I put in enough practice.

[@nathanheyns7135]

I know! I like to listen to professionals as well. I recommend Tine Thing Helseth, if you haven't heard her.

[@therebel6703]

A different type of music but check also this one: kzbin.info/www/bejne/iYi8ZZx6mN16f7M

[@bullen8162]

nerd

[@omni-impotent9278]

If you practice and stop being a furry maybe

[@anepik]

you can do it! ive been working on this piece - initially as a fun summer project, but it’s turned into what im going to be playing for a college recital soon - and all i can say is just start playing and over time you’ll see results!

[@martydoherty2660]

Fantastic. If you ever tried to play a trumpet or a saxophone, it’s as hard as hell to get as much as a honk out of either. She makes it look so easy.

[@chrishamilton4999]

It is a wonderful piece of music. And she most surely does it justice!

[@aaronsharp1296]

Beautiful and effortless not that it doesn't require effort just that Alison makes it look that way. I haven't a musical bone in my body and I tried to learn the trumpet, all puffed up cheeks and no circular breathing. Amazing work.

[@EstherFontenelle]

Every month I come here just to appreciate this more.

[@warcraftnut1354]

Me too.

[@johngunning2123]

Me too.

[@user-roseguy0407]

❤건물이 환상적인 트럼프의 조화 있는 강 약있는 특이한 소리의 조화가 아름답습니다

[@DomenicoRomano-us4fr]

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[@DomenicoRomano-us4fr]

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[@onetwo4702]

It was beautiful to hear. Its a very bold instrument. I think its very difficult to play delicately? Yet she brings a very dynamic playing style to the trumpet. Ive never heard her play before. Inspired to pick mine up again.

[@kagitsune]

I heard her playing a different song on the radio and it stopped me in my tracks. I had never heard a trumpet played with such effortless joy. So glad I found this performance!

[@michaellitzkow5119]

The talents of people around the world from Music, Acting, Art and Sports is nothing less than a blessing from God.

[@alsuz]

You're absolutely right, Michael. Take care, God bless you.

[@robinharwood5044]

It’s a blessing from damned hard work and hours of practice.

[@rolandbailey2394]

Alison has achieved what very few musicians hope for. Greatness. At such a young age. She is outstanding.

[@ClarinoI]

I know she looks young, but she's actually over forty. She certainly achieved a great standard when she was younger, but she wasn't notably precocious compared to say Wynton.

[@angelacooper2661]

I am eight years older than Alison, and was thirty nine at the time of this performance, so she would have been thirty-one back then!

[@sandy6660]

Wow at this young womans talent. So enjoyable to hear.Thanks for sharing.

[@alsuz]

You're very welcome, Sandy, take care, God bless you.

[@hot5pur11]

What a supurb rendition of Haydn's trumpet concerto - I think that there are just two words to describe Alison Balsom and that is "simply excellent". Joseph Haydn composed some of the most stirring classical pieces in the late 18th Century! Many thanks for posting!

[@XY-fr3uc]

Diese Musik berührt mein Herz und meine Seele ganz tief. Ich könnte es mir für meine Beerdigung vorstellen. Schöner kann man es nicht mehr spielen. Einfach großartig! Danke!

[@roystewart663]

I've had the pleasure to listen to Allison perform this composition on several occasions, but never tire of it. Absolutel fantastic performance. Great orchestal backing too.

[@epipemexsalamancavazquezal9880]

Grán maestro. HAYDN, El Padre de la Sinfonía, y la bella interprete Alison Balsom deleite para nuestros oidos y nuestros ojos. gracias por compartir Alex Suzano.

[@alsuz]

You're very welcome, Epi, Alison is one of the greatest trumpeters of all time. Take care, God bless you.

[@robertmendoza7646]

Dynamic, awe inspiring, and flawless performance. Well done execution Alison.

[@petetotaro9510]

Alison Balsom is the most Angelic of all that performs on the Trumpet! This wants me to breakout the Horn and catch up to the 🎁 times! Thanks a million Alison! 🌹

[@badger4382]

I agree with you 1,000%! These ladies (Alison Balsom and Tine Thing Helsethy from Norway are simply amazing. Watch this one too: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4SlZ5t8isanask

[@evzenjanatka6250]

Pete Totaro aAq

[@badger4382]

I agree, Pete! She is Angelical. There is another "Angelical young lady" who plays the trumpet and she is from Norway. Her name is Tine Thing Helseth and this is the link: kzbin.info/www/bejne/d4SlZ5t8isanask

[@badger4382]

Also, please watch this one about Tine Thing kzbin.info/www/bejne/ipCzi5-glM-mZ6c

[@알보칠-g5n]

나 역시 동의하는 !

[@nanettezimmerman1891]

by far the best interpretation for haydn, articulate,sentimental,expressive. And band people shouldn't be put down because they have talent. If they are great then let them feel good about themselves. People in high school used to think I was a snob because I loved what I was doing and it showed. They are jealous and insecure. Band girls you rule...:}

[@swaglord5909]

Nah

[@charleyhibschweiler4555]

I prefer Bud Herseth

[@RJ12347]

Wynton

[@valentinacaffe5723]

Maurice André...inégalé...irremplaçable!

[@dianethibault4265]

toads are usually jealous of gazelles

[@mstng65flcnman]

Wonderful, and beautiful!!!! A powerful performance worth a million likes!!!!

[@hudsonbailey674]

I wish Haydn were performed frequently in concerts. I've never been disappointed at Royal Albert. Bravo!

[@elaineblackhurst1509]

Hudson Bailey As is the case with Mozart, big band Haydn is better in the Royal Albert Hall; there are more suitable performance venues for the smaller authentic/original instrument bands for these two composers.

[@utoobah]

I don’t play brass (I play everything else except form brass 😂) but there’s something very very special about this woman that makes me fall in love with the trumpet and her performances. Amazing Alison

[@dianagillen1362]

Did You ever watch Little House on the Prairie 😆 You can watch her all You like there😆& Her Hateful Nasty Mean ways 😆"For The Love of Nancy"😆She calls Elmer "A Big Fat Slob". As Willy says...She is Meaner then Nellie ever was 😆🤣

[@mrparlanejxtra]

@@dianagillen1362 Keep your pants on. It was just a gig. You may be thinking of Alison Angrim?

[@maggoteater2290]

We call that a simp

[@yuhaohan1451]

What a great performance! I was able to play this piece several years ago, but I haven't practiced trumpet for quite a while. Just picking it back up in college to play in the orchestra!

[@ionediasadv]

It's not difficult to imagine the Haydn himself in eternity, in ecstasy, saying: "Bravo! Bravo! Bravo!". And we mortals what we say but ...... BRAVO!

[@detoxholmes565]

Wynton Marsalis cover was better

[@dwkrantz1]

Brava! Brava! Brava!

[@BF1GUN]

Detox Holmes But her trumpet is much shinier 😃

[@johnizard5145]

Brava indeed. Now attaining 'national treasure ' status.

[@dianethibault4265]

beautifully put

[@colinbeadon5995]

I love to hear Alison, and watch her play. Her joy and vigor brings such music to eternity.

[@jamesburns602]

Colin Beadon kk

[@douggarrett2561]

Never do I get tired of watching and listening to this

[@holgerreimer8321]

Of the End on last Year i am hear from this Wonderfull Artist of Trumpet! She is so Greatfull and Amazing. Every Day i hear here on KZbin this Music! I am so Enjoy :-)

[@tonyrose3219]

Yes so good. perfect clarity and makes it look so effortless. Exquisite.

[@michelheroux3786]

Tellement belle cette musique, tellement remarquable cette interprétation toute en nuances. Magnifique ! Merci !

[@lauracatalinacontreraspere5171]

Telemamn

[@jimbeasley6984]

Absolutely Breathtaking.. BRAVO... 👍👍👏👏😀😀..

[@refrain5277]

Amazing orchestra and amazing trumpet playing throughout. It looks as if 74 people missed the like button...

[@Belchmaster41]

in this video, she is wearing a more revealing top..without straps, similar dresses could easily fall off

[@camdenacree4722]

It's up to 458 now

[@dudeofmask8766]

2019 just for my school work

[@kayraxex_8458]

Looks sexy :)

[@aaronbailey1406]

You mean 800?

[@Paul-lm5gv]

She is simply magnificent! I can only imagine the delight in the eyes of her first music teacher when he first realized he was in the presence of a one-in-a-thousand musical genius!

[@jcb3user]

1 in a billion. Don’t think there are 10 better in the world!!

[@RoboSlater]

In an interview, Alison explains how she practices every day in an old abandoned wooden church near her home.; the longest she's ever gone without practicing is two weeks, once, several years ago; and that the nature of being a soloist is the constant travel alone and the inability to sustain a relationship (although she has "best friends all over the world"). She loves Haydn, and explains how Haydn wrote this piece to show off the versatility of a then-new musical instrument, one with valves!

[@MrMWPeach]

The new trumpet Haydn wrote for had keys, not valves. Made it fully chromatic however and able to play this great piece =)

[@CarmeloBonifacioMalandrino]

E' un godimento assoluto di grazia di suoni di armonia che concilia l'uomo con la veraa dignità della sua natura spirituale.Bravissima Alisn e tutta l'orchestra..Benissimo.Grazie.

[@zarehdarakjian2476]

Ms. Balsom's performance went right through my heart. I am a pianist, but my evaluation is based on the effect a performance has on me. This is profound, to say the least. What a trumpet performer, what a conductor, what an orchestra, and let me not forget, what a sound engineer. Crystal clear, very, very clear sound! This is once in a lifetime performance!

[@alsuz]

Yes, indeed.

[@steelcitysong]

.... her phrasing....magnificent.... she is one of the all time best in my book.... do you know the level of difficulty she overcomes to produce tone like this..... so beautiful and expressive....an inspiration..... thank you Alison...

[@janjurcik1746]

To play a Trumpet this way, must be extremely heavy! I am an amateur Oboe and Flute player and this would be quite playable on both instruments, but on the Trumpet I cannot even imagine. The technique is so different. The lady is simply amazing!

[@andreasgrip871]

Liebe ALISON, You are / Sie sind simply THE BEST ! Thank You / Vielen Dank Alex Suzano

[@mikebarnard7957]

Can't understand the dislikes. Superb performance by Alison.

[@matthewdingle3866]

I’m in love with this concerto it’s so beautiful and played by a beautiful and amazing trumpet player, I’m gonna be playing this movement as a freshman next year.

[@glaceongaming6839]

I have seen Alison myself and she was amazing. I play Trumpet to and it's just amazing how she plays.

[@changmoyang3157]

Awesome! Your interpretation of the piece was alive and energetic, so your playing made me feel a new horizon of sound played by the trumpet. It couldn't be better, I think.

[@aidanwalsh4571]

Magnificent performance by both orchestra & Alison. She is an amazing talent. Well done!!

[@worshipwhilewewait]

That was BRILLIANT!!!!!!!!!!!!! WONDERFUL WONDERFUL tone. WHEW!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@neilhazell5908]

She really lives the performance; a well-judged take on an old standard. This is what virtuosity is all about.

[@BMofficialvids]

I saw a play-along of this on KZbin with sheet music and everything, and made an attempt at sight-reading it. I just love how expressively she performed this and now I want to practice it and get is sounding good!

[@bonespiel]

The floating camera angles in the auditorium with Alison's beauty and trumpet are very enjoyable!

[@shortpam]

Alison, I LOVE the way you play!

[@HelenaWilliams8696]

It is simply great to listen to this classic melody performed by A. Balsom. One can appreciate the harmony, the exuberance, a glimpse into the SUBLIME!

[@Greg073]

What an amazing performance. God bless you, Alison.

[@ruslannunez4449]

I'm so into everything in this presentation. Someone below my comment also lamenting in the sad state of radio and music. People who listen are the one's who expand their own pallete to paint and fill in their journey in life. With these dedicated musicians we embark on a leg of our chartered travels right along with the composer who wrote these notes. P.S. She is a BADASS !

[@mishpatim123]

She sings through the instument, amazing, and that in a live performace !! Perfection, unearthy, that's what i say. Pristine, perfect !!! And such a great orchestra and conductor !! Am I awake, or what ?

[@johnedris5622]

We recently got a new 3 year old male dog but he is not causing any issues and is submissive to our older long term female dog..For many many years I was intimidated by the outstanding female musicians in various band I played. After all I was the first chair trumpet player, and they should know their place. I could easily play faster, higher, with pronounced statute and literally blow them out of the water. Took some 30 plus years till I realized they could play much better than I could. Perhaps not as loud, or high, but professionally better and deserve their recognition. I could ad lib and jam along with most bands I try with, but these girls can read any music and play what is written flawlessly. I only ever learned to "Jam" Can't read well. And quite honestly, at my best could not even play as well as them on my best days. Bravo you girl trumpet players!! I always thought you should stick to woodwinds. I was wrong!!!

[@MartyMusic777]

She performed this piece brilliantly. Her top notes are simply exquisite, and her phrasing is wonderfully matched to the music. I sometimes wonder how good solo trumpet players' low notes are - they so often have to play as high as possible, do they get much practise down low? In any case, wonderful. I love the timbre of her trumpet for being so mellow - there was a pianissimo in her cadenza that sounded exactly like a flute.

[@Sarahssafespace]

there is absolutely no part that sounds like a flute. Ive been playing it for over 7 years I'm sure i would know

[@dharock100]

MartyHasNoLife in order to play high on the trumpet you must first be able to play as low as possible.

[@timhoss547]

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[@Cruz-tc6df]

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[@thatree4157]

Jimmy Millen is right. I play the trumpet and it is the same for us. There even is a (I think pretty famous) school/book on high notes wich includes many exercises for the first week(s) wich go insanely deep. The point is to train the air stream and build up force.

[@Guebre-t8m]

A grand breath of harmony flawless .

[@Bluewater9]

Expertly impressive congrats! God bless.

[@alsuz]

You're very welcome, Bluewater, God bless you too!

[@michaelbauers8800]

I first thought this was performed in 1978, because I misunderstood the intro. I thought, wow, that's impressive video for 1978! I don't know a lot of Haydn, practically none ( and he did a LOT of music.) I like this piece. The trumpet is so in your face as an instrument, it's interesting to think of how to make a trumpet concerto.

[@sanjosemike3137]

She makes it look easy. I have no idea how anyone can play with such perfection and make it look easy. I realize she has likely played this concerto since she was a young child. But it is still astounding. sanjosemike

[@fernandoadolfoalvarezhuert7290]

Maravillosa interpretacion del concierto nr 1 de Hyden para trompeta y orquesta. Felicitaciones. FERNANDO ALVAREZ HUERTA. Ingeniero en Telecomunicaciones.Experto en Audio y Sonorizaciòn.Santiago de Chile. Sud_Amèrica.

[@scopex2749]

ADORE Alisons playing!!

[@judithraich2086]

I love Hyden and his pastorale music, and Allison is playing beautifully!!!!! Judy from sunrise Florida USA

[@donavandean1078]

Such talent! Stunning!

[@nova4005]

Amazing piece. Alison is incredible. 💕💕💕

[@kinggimped]

Her phrasing is wonderful. And such clear articulation. And what a great cadenza! Amazing trumpet player!

[@sesquashtwo]

Totally concur!

[@chrishamilton4999]

just found this again. I love the way she moves to the music whilst playing.

[@adriennecasenaz4029]

Beautiful,felicitations and thank you.

[@frankrault3190]

Impeccable, just amazing!

[@robustianopellegrini3846]

grande interpretazione sensibilità tecnica perfetta voce bellissima stupenda bravissima