Bach - Brandenburg Concerto no. 2 in F major BWV 1047 - Sato | Netherlands Bach Society

Like the set of ‘Brandenburg' concertos as a whole, this 'Brandenburg' Concerto no. 2 in F major, performed by the Netherlands Bach Society for All of Bach, is also a piece for several instruments: a quartet of trumpet, oboe, recorder and violin is accompanied by a string ensemble. The notes on paper would suggest that all four soloists are equal. And of course it all revolves around playing together and a measured balance. Yet one of the soloists is ‘more equal’ than the others, as the trumpet definitely attracts most attention.
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This recording has been dedicated to Albert Sheen.
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Netherlands Bach Society
Shunske Sato, violin and direction
Neil Brough, trumpet
Emma Black, oboe
Pedro Castro, recorder
0:00 Allegro
4:41 Andante
8:07 Allegro assai

[@bach]

0:07 Allegro 4:41 Andante 8:07 Allegro assai

[@de31.8]

Oh my gosh, finally! I’ve been eagerly waiting for this one! I’m gonna listen to it while driving on my way to school :)

[@natasegundo]

Hello talented fellows, long time no see. Welcome Bach... and this time with this majestic masterpiece. Thank you.

[@valtergilenardi2639]

Grazie a tutti voi della Netherlands Bach Society, siete meravigliosi! Wonderful music.

[@AlmaSerrano-wo6of]

Moments are many,the thing is not to forget the moments that are gratness and joyfully to bring them on.

[@edelahaye]

The performance on the baroque trumpet is absolutely fantastic !

[@ariadne4720]

the trumpet performance is outstanding, absolutely spot-on

[@barbwilliams165]

What an amazing instrumental blend .

[@rescue270]

...and this one is in the high key of F! This piece was never performed in Bach's lifetime. Noone really knows why, but I'd bet one reason was because it was too hard or expensive to find a clarino trumpeter with the chops to play in key of F.

[@Robertmeulendijk]

This is a perfect performance of the second Brandenburg concerto. The trumpet sounds superb because of the talented trumpet player Neil Brough.

[@PedroSegundoofficial]

Pupil of legendary Mike Laird :) Bravo Neil. Superb

[@conservatoirebelge9717]

I can't believe the baroque trumpet live playing is clearly and accurately like this.

[@gfweis]

Playing that valve-less trumpet, and doing so musically, looks like the hardest thing to do in the entire world.

[@MarkGeelen78]

Neil Brough is a wonderful player and yes, it is very hard to do this musically and especially in a mostly live setting.

[@douro20]

@@MarkGeelen78 I wonder if he may had been a student of Friedemann Immer? He's a renowned German instructor of the instrument and one of its most recorded players.

[@MarkGeelen78]

@@douro20 nope, Neil is a colleague and I am very sure he did not study under Friedemann. Neil was thought in the UK on a four hole trumpet and not on the three hole system like friedemann plays.

[@martinptacek405]

This valve-less trumpet is usually called "clarina" or "clarin". In the Early music ensembles at least.

[@alexandrusimo899]

not completely "valve-less" per se; the trumpet he's playing has vent holes which he uses with the right hand which change the pitch to access cleaner harmonics, the real deal that people used to play back in the day is a natural trumpet which has no such vent holes. also the technique of lipping higher notes is already present on the modern trumpet, but it's generally limited to octaves

[@UlimorUdamenta]

That's some trumpet playing! Bravo to everyone!!!

[@thomaskeith2123]

No. 2 is my favorite of the Brandenburgs - I love the way the trumpet and violin tonalities play off each other.

[@tommyrawlings3046]

It is mi favorite piece of music of all time! I never tire of it!

[@mogalelebethe6082]

The nature of the instrumentation is obviously one that would not have balance. The brisk tempo really highlights the Italian style that Bach might have intended. The brightness of the flute, the warmth of the oboe, the lightness of the violin and the boldness and articulation of the trumpet really makes a blend of colour. A brilliant performance! Well done!

[@angryjalapeno]

Depends on where the trumpet player is positioned.

[@gonzatamame]

Can't imagine a life without Bach

[@HugoMak]

I've longed for this day!

[@Smannellites]

This is perhaps one of the most difficult and challenging trumpet parts ever written and it is very difficult and challenging on a modern instrument, let alone a baroque natural trumpet. This is an exceptional performance.

[@thomascurrey3740]

I love the classy black and white! Just like they used to do it back in the 18th century.

[@mauriciofernandez3453]

About a time!!! Since I discovered this page I've been waiting for this concert. Superb perfomance. Bach never died and he never will. His spirit will live forever in his music. Now I will be expecting for Brandemburg N1

[@dhtsoaedsdhtnadi9575]

probably have to wait another year. they posted 3 back in sep 2020

[@nickyork8901]

Congratulations to the trumpet soloist, magnificent.

[@AaronGlenn88]

I once heard this work, and I felt emotions that were so deep that I can not name it....

[@tommyrawlings3046]

This was the piece of music that got me into classical music! The first time I heard it I was absolutely blown away, and never tire of hearing it to this day! And that was over 50 years ago!

[@GordonKindlmann]

More shots of this amazing trumpet player, please!! Yes, he's not as animated as everyone else, but that's because his instrument is probably one of the least forgiving of the lot. That's a natural trumpet (no valves), so it's all lip and breath control moving between those notes. The little holes for the right hand just tweak the tuning for modern ears. A wonderful performance. Time to donate again to NBS!

[@LAK_770]

Yeah he’s incredible. To wildly digress, it’s strange and funny that when baroque performers are animated, it’s always the exact same way. It’s that very particular bouncy yet restrained swishing upper body motion. I swear it’s a subconscious meme that caught on at some point and now becomes ingrained in musicians who spend enough time with serious baroque ensembles. It’s qualitatively different from the expressive movement you see in performers of other styles. It could be the particular dance-based rhythmic character of the music, but it seems too idiosyncratic to just be a purely instinctive human reaction to pulse.

[@tuppyglossop222]

Actually it's a Baroque Trumpet, which has holes instead of valves. Players of the Natural tend to hold the trumpet in one hand to show that they don't need finger holes.

[@voltaire1778]

What an exquisite performance of a masterpiece by extraordinary musicians on instruments with living sound.... Bravo!

[@grahaml3449]

I don't quite agree with some of the criticisms voiced below. Yes the tempo is a bit fast, especially in I, but it doesn't fall into frantic "keep-up" that we often hear in this work. Mostly, because of the superb control of that Baroque trumpet. Taming that beast is a chore! What I hear is a subtle blending of the four "solo" instruments in a way not heard with the use of a valved trumpet with its harsher sound. I liked it! But do check out the Orchestra Mozart/Abbado version here on YT for a different and equally superb rendition.

[@georgenorris2657]

That final chord really took me by surprise! No rall and almost staccato! Any trumpeter who undertakes to play this piece has to have balls of steel. Bach is merciless with his players.

[@matthewwhitehouse301]

Some of the most festive music Bach wrote indeed!

[@xenolalia]

It's not everyday that you get to hear this piece played with one instrument per part - such a delightfully transparent yet characterful texture. Bravi tutti!

[@joharris5014]

Brill trumpet playing from Neil Brough. 😄❤️🇬🇧⭐️

[@marcelouz1]

"BACH IS THE GREATEST MIRACLE IN THE MUSIC " ...Richard Wagner

[@aurora_stream]

I remember taking tonal theory in college and listening to this piece specifically - the one that Harnoncourt recorded with period instruments. I can hear every voice as clearly as I could with the Harnoncourt recording. I wish this was the recording that was put on the Voyager. How crisp and clear its mandate is!

[@colintaylor7248]

Thrilling and wonderful. As always, the little core 'orchestra' of NBS (led by Sato) is exemplary - perhaps a bit quicker than I ( or Bach?) might expect. Their 'guest', The fabulous Neil Brough - incredible.We were so lucky to have him and two young pupils/students of his, for the performance of cantatas from the Christmas oratorio, with our choir in Frome (somerset) in December 2019. He's world class -- his obbligato playing for 'Grosse Herr' was out of this world! There is a 'Prom' on You Tube where he is performing this piece for Gardiner.

[@baruchs1]

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[@iainhunneybell]

In Frome? 😮 I grew up in Frome and would not have expected this performed there. Out of interest, where?

[@colintaylor7248]

Not this piece Ian - as noted above, Bach's Christmas oratorio in Trinity Church Frome The Oakfield Choir and a 'pick up' Baroque orchestra.

[@johannsebastianbach4983]

Marvelous! You are such an incredible association!

[@jihanjoo]

I've been eagerly antipating NBS' recording of my favorite Brandenburg concerto. Love that third mov. ending that completely threw off the audience😂👍

[@danielanghinonidospassos3612]

Lovely music,my Lunch is complete;what a pleasure to rejoice with those who rejoice.

[@xoknight8166]

Finally, absolutely marvelous and truly refreshing for the soul. Thank you NBS and Mr Brough for this performance.

[@SKAURYS78]

Bach is alive... Thanks for your music

[@AlmaSerrano-wo6of]

I'm full of hardest things to do;but now I know for sure I deserve a piece of delightfully music to my ears.

[@andrewlord5615]

"Okay, I've got violin, recorder and oboe. I know what this baby needs! More really high trumpet!" If ever there was a combination of instruments that just shouldn't work this is it. But of course Bach makes it not only work, but make it sound like the most natural thing in the world. Like, where are all the other trumpet and recorder concerti?

[@Hamish_Wright]

Thank you so much for posting this, only one more Brandenburg concerto to be released.

[@appogiatura]

Fantastic performance! I loved it all, including the lively tempi. I do wish that there had been more video attention tor the current soloist, though. Just suggesting. Thanks for a real treat!

[@ravingcyclist624]

Written music specifies each note and the duration for the notes. Computers can play it. Interesting then that virtuoso musicians produce life and feeling and variety to the music! The Netherlands produces so many amazing things! Arguably the BEST nation on Earth?

[@jacobusbinnema3096]

Prachtig. Ook zo’n lekkere walking base van het clavecimbel in het andante met daarboven afwisselend de verschillende instrumenten. Wat een feest.

[@seanmusicianinklang2411]

I'VE BEEN WAITING FOR THIS!

[@benjaminniemczyk]

Netherlands Bach spoils us once again. Inspiring, superb.

[@hiberniancaveman8970]

Been waiting for this!

[@Robertmeulendijk]

Beautiful recording of the second Brandenburg concerto. Baroque trumpets are completely different from modern trumpets as they have no valves. I heard this version yesterday evening 4th of October in Tivoli Vredenburg. The NBE had a whole concert with 1 first Brandenburg concerto 2 third Brandenburg concerto 3 oboe concerto Bach Pause 4 fifth suite 5 fourth Brandenburg concerto 6 second Brandenburg concerto

[@lenanielsen5903]

Thank you NBS for a wonderful Bach performance🍃

[@displaychicken]

ITS FINALLY HERE!!! I’ve been waiting for years

[@alfonsomartin6686]

Emocionante interpretación .Todos los instrumentistas perfectos. La interpretación de la trompeta barroca maravillosa

[@jean-thomasrenaud3137]

Wow ! what a Joy to hear them, and what a Joy they reflect when playing (even if it's probably the hardest thing to do) The Baroque instruments are amazing, and the performers too.

[@rudegor858]

Очень живое и вдохновляющее исполнение! Хочется слушать и слушать!

[@user-ph6dm5uv5s]

Bravo! Thank you so much NBS for this marvelous concert!

[@gaborkovacs]

best version out there - these great musicians nailed it as always - bedankt!

[@renataandrews368]

What a wonderful performance ! Thank you so much for giving a such amazing performance ! Warm greetings from California.

[@felipediazvlog]

Delightful, uplifting for the spirit ! Thanks!

[@pamelafrancis4476]

Clear and precise! congratulations.

[@ma859]

Put me in tears! Awsome trumpet esp. on the 3rd mvmnt!

[@druntopronto7598]

PERFECT!!!! Wow! Sounds really fantastic.

[@iainhunneybell]

Utterly wonderful. Glorious performance 😊

[@Bailey2006a]

Exceptional performance… All the players are superb!

[@user-gf5hf3ki1d]

Fantastic job!!!

[@thethikboy]

Gracefully and nimbly done. This concerto more than any of the Brandenburg demonstrates the dance paradigm of the Baroque style.

[@princeandrey]

Interesting to learn!

[@peace4935]

DELIGHTFUL! Thank you for brightening a very cloudy day!

[@livingfullyinchrist1168]

Excellent start to my morning! Thank you for sharing, simply beautiful!

[@dhtsoaedsdhtnadi9575]

THANK YOU!!! I've been awaiting this one. It competes with No3 for my favorite of the Brandenburgs.

[@AL84091]

Finally! Been waiting for you guys to do this for a long time!

[@ciprianoalonsodelasierrafi8970]

Superb!!!

[@michaelfoxbrass]

Brilliant, bold, and beautiful performance, people!

[@rsv-code7004]

Amazing! Thanks so much.

[@carolynclark1724]

My favorite Brandenburg-beautiful performance!

[@alvarogaleano7863]

Maravilloso. Gracias.

[@taxtengo7427]

Wonderful tempo!

[@renataandrews368]

Excellent!

[@mattfinchdesign]

Excellent performance.

[@barocknow92]

Wonderful Music of Bach

[@En_4]

Amazing!

[@alainhaumesser4200]

superbe, merci

[@user-kt2eg3vu8j]

Wonderful! That's wonderful!

[@Rudi_F_Vienna]

Incredible perfection!

[@goscott444]

Beautiful trumpet work! GOD bless you Neil, and NBS in the name of Jesus!😁

[@mariosergioribeiro3522]

The Netherlands Bach-zaar of renewed renditions and great instumentists!

[@jack-danielbalantine156]

This is exciting!!👍

[@Cardinalium]

Bravissimo!!!

[@pressplay6430]

I HAVE BEEN WAITING THIS FOR GOD KNOWS HOW LONG

[@TheCalculusFan]

Finally!!!!! Thank you, NBS!

[@sybranddriessen9987]

Pràchtige uitvoering. Voor mij dè favoriet van deze serie!

[@alexortiz2609]

Muy bueno , excelente.Alegra la vida escucharlo.

[@andersoncarvalho4617]

Magnífico.

[@drtmuir]

Wonderful! Blows the hair right back. 🔥

[@drbassface]

Excellent

[@CBerryman57]

After all of the warranted praise of the musicianship, I have to comment upon the sound recording in mixing. Walking down a busy road with inexpensive earbuds, I'm able to follow the baseline of the harpsichord during the allegro movements! Making a recording for a studio monitor is one thing, but to achieve this on simple portable earbuds is Magic indeed. I've not enjoyed a recording of this piece, until this version for all the reasons. When I see the video on a large screen I expect I'll appreciate the videographer's work just as much!

[@user-bt8vk5qk3y]

何十回も聴いてますが、本当に良い演奏です。１番もお願いします。

[@matthewwarren6798]

I was waiting for the #2! Worth it!

[@carlosdescartincristellys8273]

Gracias a la Sociedad Holandesa BACH ,por este Concierto número 2 de Brandeburgo tan magnifícamente interpretado.Buenísimo pero distinto.

[@ThePapouillettes]

Une superbe performance, et une mention particuliere au trompetiste hors-pair, Neil Brough, qui est tout simplement fantastique! Merci a toute.s pour ce merveilleux moment.

[@tomfilipiak690]

Wow. Playing this on a period or period reproduction trumpet? My. That is hard but played so very well. And the entire ensemble is (as always) excellent. Thank you for continuing to work on recording all of Bach's music. Soul music.

[@Jdf2024]

Amazing.

[@christopherbarber9351]

Thrilling!

[@HenrikBergpianorganist]

GLORIOUS!!!

[@franciscolopez1917]

Wow, Wow, Wow...! Absolute Harmony...!! Thanks NBS, Greetings and Blessings...!!! P.D. WOW, WOW, WOW...!!!

[@ahrensburgerklaviergalerie1489]

Amazing the sound and velocity of baroque trumpet

[@francoisbugaud5181]

Quel bonheur ! Quelle vivacité et fluidité! Magnifique ! (Belle vidéo qui plus est )

[@franciscoe.novalessalinas4981]

BRAVISIMO Magnífica Ejecución Magistral.GRACIAS MAESTRO SATO GRACIAS DESDE MÉXICO

[@TheWhitehiker]

Crisp! Excellent.

[@sandraminnich1502]

Awesome!

[@JohnWaldron-cm7ce]

Bravo! SO much closer to what Bach intended, using period correct instruments!-John in Texas