Franz Schubert Octet in F Major, D 803

Franz Schubert (1797 - 1828): Octet in F Major, D. 803 (1824)
Antje Weithaas, Violine / Alina Pogostkina, Violine / Veronika Hagen, Viola / Sol Gabetta, Cello / Robert Vizvari, Double Bass / Alejandro Núñez, Horn / Gustavo Núñez, Bassoon / Sabine Meyer, Clarinet
1. Adagio. Allegro 0:00
2. Adagio 12:00
3. Scherzo: Allegro vivace 24:10
4. Andante; 7 Variations 30:50
5. Menuetto: Allegretto. Trio 43:12
6. Andante. Allegro 50:24
Recorded live at Solsberg Festival 2016
www.solsberg.ch
Produced by: Thomas Märki
Sound: Joël Cormier
Regie: Johannes Bachmann
Camera: Oliver Herzog, Muriel Kunz, Julian Gresenz
Post-production: Amaury Berger
HMF Productions

[@agnesstieda7991]

WHAT WOULD I DO WITHOUT THE U TUBE! I sing with them,play with them. And above all listen to all the wonderful performers. Thank you Tube.

[@ahmedhikmet1057]

I needed more than 40 years to love Shubert Thanks God, I love Schubert today 🤍

[@DatabaseMan100]

Same here. A late discovery!

[@christianbesson2326]

​@@DatabaseMan100 We say in french "il n'est jamais trop tard pour bien faire" - that means : il's never too late for doing well... But, in all cases, thanks God - and thanks Franz! Life is nicer thanks to your music!

[@shoutykat]

I love how much fun they're having with this. they're all watching and listening to each other, which is of course what you do in a group, but they're so into it!

[@EvgeniyDolzhenko]

Exactly, what most of the recording of classical music are missing out - the fun part, how many times we see the performers smiling being cut out etc.

[@christian_traxler]

Yes! Really enchanting!

[@TooLittleInfo]

@@EvgeniyDolzhenko I agree! I feel like listening to recordings you miss out on such an important piece of the puzzle, I just can't enjoy it as much when I can't watch them play

[@willdon.1279]

When I see music-making like this, I so wish I could be part of this... 😳😳😳

[@houndmother2398]

@@willdon.1279 I used to play in quartets, it's like that . Sort of like moving as one organism.

[@leesimpson1677]

Under lockdown in Scotland. I am gradually working my way through most of the concerts on KZbin. It's a great way to pass the time.

[@davidwatermeyer5421]

Haha yes. You've got a quite a few to go! There are probably upwards of 10 000 of them!

[@moccagriselda]

So much content - so little time.

[@gerryhouska2859]

Dito in Australia

[@jeremiahsalyer7784]

David Watermeyer most of them lol ha ha lifetimes worth. Carry on though.

[@timeno4223]

these 8 have chemistry

[@SedonaMTB]

Fabulous performance. I am a former professional clarinetist in the US. Balance is perfect. Special thanks to the clarinetist in this performance!

[@bfuiltugomaith]

When you engage in this musical environment. You are safe from any type of virus or mind virus it kicks out fear and brings in love thankyou for this posting

[@PhilipFClark]

Absolutely beautiful -- they are all completely immersed in the piece and each other. They are so attentive to every note and section. An excellent, well-filmed recording. Of the 'Octet' performances I've listened to, this is superb. Their engagement is captivating and infectious.

[@dr.pingel2447]

Genauso ist es!

[@HG23456]

Very well said my friend 💯👌🏻

[@gododgers3491]

When we play music, we all speak the same language. Beautiful. Thank you.

[@dougie0109]

This is the best live performance of an ensemble I've ever seen.

[@jimp4170]

Schubert is the master at bringing the sensation of "sehnsucht" to music - that almost imperceptible tinge of sadness or nostalgia just below the surface. So Viennese.

[@marklapolla2638]

Blood and whipped cream. :-) Wien is one of my favorite cities.

[@patri1689]

Yes those two words--sadness n nostalgia and I would add sadness for unfulfilled dreams and failed love pursuit and the prospect of facing life wounded.....

[@andrews582]

Jim P. Well said, sir!

[@antwerpsmerle1404]

As the Austrians say, the situation is desperate, but not serious. Alfred Brendel (the greatest living Schubertian, imho) mentions that motto occasionally.

[@eamongriffith280]

The sense of expansiveness the bass gives this work is majestic.

[@MsGoldie05]

They literally gave me the chills. Such energy and so in sync. Beautiful setting and lighting, too.

[@HelenaWilliams8696]

The Octet Assemble gives a radiant sparkle of serenity and regal. The epitome of class!!! The musicians have a great synchronise exchange of communication. Extraordinary recording. Delightful to see and listen to Sol Gabetta.

[@mariondoherty8422]

The most beautiful performance of chamber music I’ve heard. They play with such integrity and understanding.

[@luzrodas519]

What a genius was Franz Schubert, and what a wonderful interpretation! Thanks!

[@perfectblue8443]

I am sure Schubert composed this wonderful score with his friends in mind. What a pure moment of joy

[@PeterLunowPL]

what a stellar performance!!! The great acoustics of the space, the recording itself ,the joy of 8 excellent musicians who have a concept of the music as a whole, the impeccable phrasing, dynamics and tone colour: it all takes my breath away.

[@HG23456]

Very well spoken and absolutely agree 💯👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻👌🏻

[@Sorsana7]

I totally concur. Well put!

[@mariondoherty8422]

You got it in one!

[@christianbrodiez5287]

Formidable ! Que vive encore longtemps l'enthousiasme du génie de Schubert...

[@juhanivihavainen4662]

Also the double bass and cello sound very clearly and are recorded exceptionally well.

[@raysubsonic]

This is a really mesmerising performance of this masterpiece by Schubert.

[@manueldiskenstein28]

It sends shivers down my spine. Brillant rendition by skilled musicians. Glad to see Argentine cellist Sol Gabetta in a great performance.

[@danielscheinhaus5210]

They are all such wonderful players, yet Alina shows her sheer pleasure and joy playing her violin. The music by schubert is beautiful.

[@kendrickparks9129]

Is that the one on clarinet?

[@davidmaslow399]

These musicians were Heaven sent!

[@mariondoherty8422]

A privilege to see and hear such great music played by such great players.

[@billrichards3754]

What a POWERFUL PERFORMANCE by such professional musicians a real blessing to see such talent perform such a wonderful piece. Thank you and God bless you all !

[@7171Julian]

Absolutely brilliant. I have to admit that I've accidentally missed out on listening to Franz Schubert's music for many years now, which was quite silly of me as Schubert was one of the greatest composers ever, and hearing this stupendous work here has been a really pleasant surprise. I'll listen to more of Schubert's music from now on. Brilliant world class players here as well.

[@EPMable]

Wonderfull Schubert, for ever...Thank you for the unique version on this amazing Octet

[@sistagg]

I am transported by the music and the wonderful way it is played by this group of maestros. Watching and listening to such musicians who show so clearly that they love what they are doing makes them and the sound so beautiful.

[@malcolmabram2957]

I heard a live performance of this once, just the once, and that was nearly 50 years ago. However the main themes were so catchy, that even now listening to this wonderful perfor.mance, it all comes back again.

[@pedrojose392]

Note the complicity with the music by the facial expressions and among the musicians, exchanging glances. So nice!

[@jeanparke9373]

Antje, officially the best violinist and teacher in the world, truly rocks here!

[@sanderspoelstra8961]

I hadn't heard of this piece before, but after only a few minutes I am completely convinced that this is going to be another great experience. In a great part this is thanks to these 8 people giving terrific performance!

[@silviocilla988]

Ascoltando per la prima volta l'ottetto di Schubert, ho notato un particolare stilistico musicale per me molto rilevante. È fantastico come Schubert concilia due stili musicali differenti tra loro. Poi, ovviamente, se lo esegue Sabine Meyer ( io sono un clarinettista) io rimango senza parole!!! Bellissima esecuzione👏

[@patrickey5552]

Beautiful double bass sound as he holds down the low end support and balance of the group.

[@Huan-KyuKang]

Fantastic performance,gorgeous recording,great piece ! Many thanks for posting.

[@user-gm5xn4fi5f]

8人の奏者がそれぞれに楽しみながら最高の演奏を贈ってくれました。すばらしい演奏です。シューベルトは大好きです。

[@samuelquenon259]

Admirable mélodie, apaisante et réconfortante tout à la fois.Merci, Maître Schubert,.pour le bienfait qu'elle apporte à notre âme. Samuel Quenon

[@liampitcher]

An incredibly compelling performance! This piece is absolutely delightful, and even though it's quite lengthy I didn't once feel bored - owing to the composer and performers' brilliance equally. Bravo!

[@user-st4sy7km4w]

Bravo! I can hardly believe that this marvelous performance was done so well live.

[@rnnyhoff]

Just splendid playing ... such wonderful musicians playing a work of genius.

[@lovemuscle5723]

Apart from the brilliance of the performers. well done to the sound recording and production team.for such a technically very professional recording.

[@carlhopkinson]

What can one say when presented with such genius...just listen and be grateful.

[@mariefrank1074]

trop sublimes Interprètes et quel divin Schubert !

[@aposteriori1594]

There is something wholesome about the way they move with the music, as if they are one with it.

[@itssilandro3052]

wonderful performance, so many beautyful details to be heard, wonderful dynamic and great chambermusic, great solists playing in great harmony

[@gavrinmahaffey3656]

What a comfort to have such sublime music!

[@tonymccarthy6713]

Simply brilliant Schubert rendition. Love it.

[@danielscheinhaus5210]

It's interesting to hear the strong cello, as typically played by Sol Gabetta, reinforced by the double-bass playing an octave lower as played by Robert Vizvari. The result is very nice. In total by all these fine players, a great rendition of Schubert's beautiful piece.

[@catherinejones9396]

This was an unusual but delightful piece of work. The octet team looked as though they were enjoying it too. Thank you.

[@carineschaep2590]

Wondermooi! Ik luister hier meerdere ochtenden per week naar, kan er niet genoeg van krijgen! Toffe muzikanten!

[@mozartiano123]

Schubert is a composer that I visit rarely, but whenever I listen to his music I feel amazed. Such a great Genius. Unfortunately he left us at 32, what a pitty... Great perfomance. I love how the clarinet mingles with the wooden instrument.

[@stonefireice6058]

You mean Bassoon?

[@stonefireice6058]

Marvelous performance! Schubert wins again. Those who think his music is dull, should listen to this one!

[@thsicking]

Il me semble qu'ils ont autant de plaisir à jouer ensemble cette musique plein de charme que nous en avons à les écouter et regarder

[@menahemfriedman3046]

8 Very talented musicians in a fantastic performance of one of the most beutiful piece of Music ever wereten.

[@tishmusso3949]

Marvelous performance of an extraordinary work. Chamber music in 'structure' and intimacy, almost symphonic in sonority.

[@mariondoherty8422]

I agree absolutely.

[@davidmaslow399]

This music brings some sunshine into our lives

[@billfresh3776]

Simply, wow! Love watching them perform.

[@reinaldomurillovalencia3410]

¡¡¡Belleza musical la de Schubert y maravillosa interpretación!!! Me encantan los cuartetos, quintetos, sextetos, septetos, etc. Gratitudes mil.

[@danielscheinhaus5210]

I'm glad that Schumbert gave Sol some really lovely melody work as well in which she could shine. She's such a good player!

[@gabrielhwang6827]

Just beautiful and beautiful!!! Everyone is the great soloist. I meant all is world level of performer. I did not know that Schubert wrote this great master piece of Octet. I want to my big hand applause on everyone. BRAVO!!! Thank you for the great Music. God Bless on everyone.

[@fiqrianti]

Thank you so much for uploading this in its entirety, otherwise it would take me a lifetime of saving to be able to watch such concert in real life, I cried mid show. Thank you for making my dreams come true! for the musicians, you did amazingly!

[@jasg7550]

Una interpretación a la altura de todos sus integrantes, es decir, grandiosa, perfecta y faltan las palabras para la calidad de sus integrantes. Gracias por subir esta maravilla.

[@dyung1111]

Thank you for this wonderful work. Will listen to it again and again

[@roselandiramos7048]

Franz Schubert meu compositor preferido!!!!AMO

[@graeme011]

But why is he better than others? Please explain?

[@antwerpsmerle1404]

@@graeme011 Schubert IS better than all the others, but the reason why cannot be explained in words. Therein lies the eternal mystery and magic of music.

[@parforce]

Barvissimo mi querido Maestro Alejandro Nuñez!

[@willdon.1279]

An hour of pure pleasure - added to by the evident enjoyment, from restrained to ecstatic of this splendid ensemble; thank you all.

[@paulheffron4836]

This is an extremely synergistic performance that creates a total very much greater than the sum of its parts. There is so much heart and soul coming from each player that you can't help but feel drawn into something very musically and emotionally satisfying. Bravo!!!!!

[@CLASSICALFAN100]

I love big, meaningless words, don't you? "Synergistic" just kind of rolls off the tongue & impresses **EVERYBODY**!! And, that's what you really WANT, right????

[@robertfrankgill5962]

@@CLASSICALFAN100 chortle 😉

[@wickedartist1451]

Absolutely lovely. Thank you!

[@kimnicole3033]

Lovely piece. Thanks so much for performing and uploading.

[@xaneemax]

Amazingly beautiful.

[@joanmartinuzzi9858]

Beautiful lock down viewing and listening. Thank you

[@stewartmcdowall2285]

Wonderful concert. Thank you, thank you, thank you!!!!

[@alexanderyakoniuk]

Bravo! Sehr schönes Konzert! Vielen Dank!!

[@davidmaslow399]

Quarantined and enjoying this marvelous performance!

[@carolineandtigger]

Bravo!!!

[@theopaopa1]

magnificent version. all great musicians, thank you very much...

[@annfenchlokentaz8592]

on my knees... crying ! such a beauty !

[@ewmbr1164]

Absolutely a first rate performance. Bravi tutti!!!

[@kenmichelli2433]

What a tremendous group and what a piece!!!! Bravo!!!

[@johnwilliams7922]

Ausgezeichnet! Wunderbar!

[@postfactumlauda]

Excellent brilliant performance of a marvellous octet. Bright sound recording. Thank you.

[@davidmaslow399]

I too am in quarantine and listening to this beautiful music! It's filled with hope and we can enjoy the moment in our lives.

[@horaciogilardi9776]

Octeto maravilloso !! cada uno en lo suyo !!

[@pascalmonin4056]

J'admire, follement Quelle musique et quels interprètes ! Quelle meilleureveilleux ensemble

[@RelayerTC]

Great performance of a beautiful piece of music!

[@razvanbeaca7419]

Ein geniales Stück, wunderbar interpretiert.

[@fernandosoares5812]

Excelentíssima interpretação...

[@davidmaslow399]

A stunningly beautiful performance!

[@harryhagan5937]

Fabulous! And what a lovely, beautiful church!

[@pokerandphilosophy8328]

Delightful work by a quite young composer. I would bet this young Schubert lad is soon going to make a name for himself!

[@rogerlipman8176]

What a lovely ensemble and a thrilling performance of a chamber work I knew of, but have never heard before. Wonderful musicianship too.

[@lonhodowal8779]

Thank you for this beautiful performance.

[@milchpuder]

Lovely performance and great sound quality too!

[@carmenvelasco3563]

Es. Maravilloso !!!!!

[@gregmeissner9960]

These guys are so amazingly good, like the mind and heart of a single person expressing Schubert's genius and emotion.

[@rennietsang7612]

So blended and harmonized! All great musicians with high techies! Enjoy!

[@gracie99999]

They are Each one Respect!

[@jorgeaguirre7260]

• 1.Adagio. Allegro 0:00 • 2.Adagio 12:00 • 3.Scherzo: Allegro vivace 24:10 • 4.Andante; 7 Variations 30:50 (I Personally love Var @ 37:28) • 5.Menuetto: Allegretto. Trio 43:12 • 6.Andante. Allegro 50:24

[@hochrheinmusikfestival]

Thanks Jorge, it's been added to the description.

[@23ellimomac45]

Merci Jorge#

[@dountoothers7052]

Thanks for the track times. It makes the music more approachable for me a neophyte.

[@Jivanmuktishu]

Thanks for the links to the movements, Jorge Aguirre! xØx jd

[@primeralineaeteeerna3098]

Gracias por tus detalles.

[@pilarizquierdo3542]

Maravillos. Grandísimos músicos. Gracias...

[@pascalmonin4056]

Merci tellement pour cet enchantement...😌☺️

[@jimbo2629]

That’s a tatty old ‘cello☺️ probably a Guarneri! Beautifully played. I love this octet. Sabine Meyer. It doesn’t get much better.

[@gerardnoest1831]

(Almost) certain it is a Guadagnini cello.

[@danielscheinhaus5210]

You can count on Sol Gabetta giving a wonderful performance with her cello.

[@ulrikeroeder4160]

And yes, Sabine Meyer and Sol Gabetta always know what they're doing...

[@giancarlopiligp]

Excellent horn player and extraordinary musicians for a wonderful performance.

[@huguesreiner5107]

Une sublime musique et vraiment une équipe magnifique. Des grands Artistes !!!