Jupiter by Gustav Holst

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

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[@kentsmith4745]

😢😢😅

[@nivednewalit8117]

Their ability to mimic the sound of a full orchestra is outstanding.

[@parrotmaster8787]

the first entrance with the melody truly sounds like a horn. it is very impressive to say the least

[@sirboomsalot4902]

That was what they were designed to do

[@alexcarter8807]

Adolphe Sax knew what it was about. Fascinating guy.

[@nploda1408]

That's why they were invented, believe it or not! To replace an entire orchestra!

[@notmanatee2445]

It sounds very cool!

[@tunahankaratay1523]

A saxophone can sound like brasses, strings and woodwinds at the same time. That's the beauty of the instrument.

[@jacobtapianieto9655]

Absolutely mindblowing instrument!!

[@a1oilsauce]

to be fair, the orchestral instruments (violin, viola, etc.) are all just different scale versions of eachother

[@zanteidesu]

そのとおりです。You are absolutely right.

[@imauz1127]

@a1oilsauce123 true but a violinist cannot easily play the cello and vice versa. when it comes to the sax, after adjusting to the mouthpiece size, everything else is the same

[@xaitat]

​@@a1oilsauceWell yes but you still have multiple major families that have very different timbre: strings, single reed woodwinds, double reeds, flutes, cylindrical brass, conical brass

[@southernpianist6020]

I was not expecting that many saxophones

[@babyokes3808]

XD wow that's at least 50 saxophonist

[@benschroth7717]

That's what she said.

[@sambol8429]

no!

[@smackraw123]

Southern Pianist same

[@neilperez2603]

Southern Pianist he wasn't ready

[@blinkvideo]

This is my newest obsession. I think I've listened to it a dozen times. Not only is this group tight as hell, but I'd never realized how well a saxophone choir can emulate a full orchestra.

[@IndigosClothing]

This is quite amazing

[@fiddeou]

It's true

[@Lightclaw]

Quite true! I feel like a lot of people don't understand how well the timbre of Saxophones go with orchestral pieces; not just Jazz or 80s Pop-Rock

[@sirboomsalot4902]

This is actually what Adolph Sax intended the saxophone to do. He made a whole family especially for replacing the traditional orchestra instruments. Unfortunately, the side that was meant for orchestra work was never produced in large numbers (except the C Melody to an extent) due to traditional French instrument makers rallying against Sax and burying him on legal debt so he couldn’t compete with them. The ones we know today; the soprano, alto, tenor, baritone, etc. survived because they found use in military bands until they exploded in popularity in the 1920s

[@peteroselador6132]

Yeah. The saxophone was actually created to be a blending instrument between the different sections, so it’s pretty well suited to do basically anything tone-wise

[@gwiyomikim5988]

If Adolph Sax were alive to hear this the first thing he’d say is “Get me outta this damn coffin!”, followed by “That was magnificent”!👏🏼👏🏼👏🏼

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Haha! We would like to think so as well!

[@maxenielsen]

But, if Sax were alive, he would be asking anyone to get him out of his coffin 🤪

[@nploda1408]

​@@maxenielsen lmao

[@abedinsubashi]

Everyone please just appreciate that first sopranos amazing control of the Altissimo register, cranking out high A’s and C#’s like nothing

[@EW-ty6qw]

That's why they need a couple of Eb sopraninos

[@treylehman4902]

Why do I hear brass, strings, flutes and clarinets?????

[@the_mazer_maker1969]

Because these performers are freaking masters.

[@andyjacobs7010]

Because your ear has yet to develop more...

[@user-ty8me4hm1w]

Andy Jacobs stfu please

[@NMusicYT]

Soprano for flutes and clarinets, brass is a mix of tenor and alto and strings would be their playing style.

[@treylehman4902]

Andy Jacobs true, true. The acoustics also probably play a vital role. Maybe they use special mouthpieces or reeds as well.

[@billygarvey633]

Damn the upper range on those sopranos are incredible. Really sounds like violins

[@geaux13saints56]

I thought they were clarinets at first ngl

[@ConradSpoke]

This is the most astonishing transcription I've ever heard, and the performance was perfection. It sounded like some weird instrument on Ganymede playing Jupiter.

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thank you very much!

[@greenpath_golem]

This is the best compliment I’ve ever read in my life for a musician/band/orchestra

[@Elocinization]

I'm not sure why this was recommended to me by KZbin, but I am so glad! This is simply lovely!

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

We're glad it was recommended to you! Thanks for listening!

[@jls4382]

Same here! Well done Algorithm! Thank-you!

[@saxmanb777]

This is why the saxophone is the best. It can sound like flutes and oboes, or be big and brassy. Not that I'm biased or anything :P

[@the_mazer_maker1969]

Dude be biased for the sax. Fk all those other guys.

[@zangoose..]

saxmanb777 You cant replace the french horn tho

[@peytondixon5781]

saxmanb777 ok but sax is this easiest instrument

[@austinhernandez2716]

saxmanb777 I play trumpet and I agree

[@billygarvey633]

There's a reason that saxes are basically the only wind instrument used in pop music. They're universally, unquestionably better

[@Jwoyal]

What do you call two saxophones playing the same note? A minor second.

[@mickrobertson7782]

Ouch...

[@zpunky567]

*flutes

[@andys4971]

Get it, cause we’re always out of tune!

[@nicholastidemann9384]

Not related to the video, but that reminds me of the old joke: what's the similarity between the fingers of a cellist and lightning? Neither strikes in the same place twice.

[@SaxandRelax]

who calls it a minor second? everyone knows it’s augmented unison smh 🤦‍♂️/s

[@oliverjd26]

It's been 27 years since I played this piece, on alto saxophone, in marching band and I still love it to this day hearing it.

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thanks for listening!

[@Elloliott]

bro you played jupiter in marching band? that's sick honestly

[@amystarke3317]

I can't believe they memorized this whole work! Bravi!

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thanks! It was a great challenge!

[@billlange9408]

They really put the jollity into Jupiter, and it made it more fun! This was a great arrangement and a delight to hear!

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thanks for listening!

[@biohazardouswaste6589]

I love seeing the passion on everyone’s faces from 4:03 to 4:37 . Perhaps one of the most trying yet rewarding parts of musicianship is when you stumble across moments like those when the build up has finally formed into the climax and you can hear how well your part blends with everyone else’s, and each note becomes a struggle to hold because you’re trying so hard to focus on your part as opposed to the symphony which you have helped create.

[@Wired2X]

Currently studying music and a student in the Saxophone Studio at the University of Missouri, and our Saxophone Ensemble is currently working on this arrangement! It's definitely a challenge but we're enjoying it! You all did a wonderful job with it, and kudos for doing the entire thing memorized!

[@brycehowell6774]

Craig VanVickle I was just there for state solos and ensembles. Wish I could've came and checked it out

[@Wired2X]

We were actually planning on doing a performance for you all on Saturday but with all of non-stop rain we just couldn't! Hopefully you can make it again next year!

[@MontChevalier]

Huh. Wonder where you are now.

[@mercilpb]

I've been on a jupiter kick tonight and this is my favorite arrangement I've found on youtube, no lie.

[@zebra3stripes]

That bass sax is quite a Longhorn.

[@ethanauringer8304]

zebra3stripes Please don't tell me I'm the only one that gets it.

[@oscarrh8005]

Ethan Auringer you’re the only one that gets it? I thought he was just stating a fact...

[@angelslife837]

OH THE HUMANITY

[@ross5763]

zebra3stripes baritone sax. We have one at my school, and we call it barri. Don't judge, you do it to, you just don't know it.

[@tw4106]

@@ross5763 I'm confused by what you mean. There is clearly a bass saxophone in the video.

[@ronaldjensen9185]

As a saxophone player myself, I can really appreciate the hard work and long hours that went into putting this together. Fine job!

[@davecroston2914]

For all the fine comments listed below, there's an oversight that needs to be addressed. This fine performance would not be possible without the unmentioned arranger, who's saxophone adaptation beautifully & effectively captures the harmonic essence of the original orchestra--not an easy task.A wonderful example of the saxophone family's capabilities. Well done!

[@m.rockwellparker9162]

God that was so good! The soprano saxes were really top notch. There is just something special about hearing Holst on only saxophones... it just sounds like it was meant for them. So happy this exists. Thanks!

[@TheOwl]

Whoever arranged and orchestrated this is a true master!

[@robstockton2463]

Disagree, I’d say “competent.” It’s okay, but the arrangement’s a little “thick in the middle,” as they say. I would have swapped out a tenor for a second bass (and maybe even an alto for another soprano?).

[@carlospenamartinez8357]

​@@robstockton2463 4 sopranos?? You're out of your mind

[@smackraw123]

Why did this sound exactly like the actual piece and why did the sopranos sound like trumpets in the slow section

[@monsterMike62]

Superlative performance. What I find fascinating is that not one is reading any sheet music!

[@1bol1]

What do you mean? it's just 8 minutes...

[@arnaudanglade3423]

You think that something? Try joining a competitive marching band where you need to know 8 minutes of music, while walking and running, with perfect technique. The process isn't fun, but the finished product is.

[@hunteralexander9791]

Arnold Anglade Walking? Ughh bent leg....

[@legoblox01]

I'm sure it was less of them working to memorize the music and it was more of them rehearsing so much they memorized it anyways

[@cezlock8209]

Arnaud Anglade these people don't have a drum major to help them keep time or anything, that's all based on pure memory, timing, and visual indications in the other performers. although they aren't marching, that means they need more focus on their musical aspects, which should be nearly perfect, unlike marching band where as long as you get the basic idea you get those points (i was in show band marching band whatever you want to call it too). don't think one group has more troubles than another, both have major obstacles that are unique to them, which may be just as hard as another.

[@shaehawk1091]

Jupiter will never stop making me feel so emotional omg

[@laryssag.9342]

We were supposed to play this as a sax ensemble almost 1 year ago today, then Coronavirus hit. I listen to this and to "Danzon No. 2" by Arturo Márquez (the other piece we were supposed to perform) to mourn what could've been. Saxophone isn't my primary instrument, but whenever I held it and was a part of the few rehearsals we were able to accomplish, I felt a surge of power and confidence I'd never felt before. This piece is astonishing, as are the performers. Here's to my senior year in high school, the forever doomed class of 2021.

[@devinwilliams3123]

This is absolutely amazing, my favorite instrument playing my favorite classical piece. This shows how amazing saxophones are, that they can cover an entire symphonic orchestra. I myself have played tenor saxophone for a little over a year and I love it.

[@maddisonhsiao3877]

I play tenor sax too! And I find I can blend in well with high bassoon parts, alto clarinet, the second and third horn parts, the amount of instruments sax can blend with is amazing

[@daybird2]

This is so fantastic. It was the background music of a film that was shown every hour at the North Rim Lodge at the Grand Canyon back in 1974 when I worked there. The title of the film was "Wings in the Canyon" and this music fit the views of the canyon so perfectly, filmed from a small plane. I cannot believe this was done with all woodwinds. Great job guys!

[@jeffwiseman3840]

This is a fabulous performance. When one first sees a group of wind instruments, mostly saxophones, saying that they’re about to do Jupiter by Holst, the first thing that comes to mind is that it will be some sort of comic version, but not at all. Outstanding.

[@cliffhughes6010]

This is astonishing. I've loved this music since I can't remember. This ensemble sounds as luminous and sparkling as the orchestral version. I can hardly believe the range of tones they achieve. Bravo UT Saxophone Ensemble.

[@truBador2]

I can't believe a bunch of saxophones sound this good. This is awesome.

[@kaz_asaoka]

i should do my homework now

[@zeekielgaming5278]

Enzo Croghan Yes.

[@pizzaandicecream2664]

This is my homework

[@laryssag.9342]

Did you ever get your homework done?

[@kevinbarton7083]

@@laryssag.9342 I hope he did lol

[@carson3370]

This might be the best thing to ever be uploaded to the internet

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thank you!

[@verrgr]

I feel proud to be a sax like look at the compliments they’re getting for this performance about how the instrument can imitate another instrument it makes me feel special that an instrument that I have can do that shown in the video 😭❤️

[@FredHosea]

What a spectacular concept, and surprisingly successful in its realization, bringing a whole new dimension to the saxophone world. Elegant, espressive ensemble!

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@controlledburst]

I did not expect a bunch of saxophones could compliment this piece. Amazed and shocked. Was like a whole orchestra! Gustav would've LOVED this!

[@ccld4341]

when the music is so moving that everyone is swaying but that guy's sax was hanging with his old buddy The Chair so he could only manage to wobble a bit

[@billygarvey633]

Boopady Doop They're swaying to keep time because there's no conductor

[@babyokes3808]

Billy Garvey not really...

[@rogerreynolds6051]

I can’t believe I’m only now seeing this! This is what musical excellence looks (and sounds) like. I hope the audience understands how special is this thing they just experienced. I think they do.

[@Jantsenpr777]

First of all: what a beautiful arrangement! Second: what a great performance! Third: You can imagine all the wind band with these masters playing!

[@ksjanna]

Omg this is amazing! I hear trumpets, flutes, clarinets, strings, everything!! And theyre doing this all from memory!!

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thanks so much!

[@jacobcrosby6278]

This is one of the best arrangements I've heard.

[@willmorris8198]

As a saxophone player (section leader and first chair in my band), their tone quality and intonation is impeccable, and the fact that they can all stay in time with each other WITHOUT a conductor is incredible for that big of an ensemble.

[@malcolmdixon6025]

They move their bodies so they can see the beat.

[@keithsparrow7717]

...and all from memory...!

[@yankeecornbread8464]

I had a double treat tonight, 10/19/23, listening to this performance and watching Jupiter in the sky.

[@guynorth3277]

I first heard this melody fifty years ago, and this work is as outstanding as ever!!!

[@williamrunyan4027]

Impressive, but as Mozart said in the novella, Steppenwolf, " . . . It goes very well without the saxophone."

[@elcastorgrande]

I vow to thee, my country."

[@DieMoreno]

4:11 idubbbztv when he shaved his head

[@es330td]

As a LHB Texas-ex trombone I can say this is the first time I have ever envied the saxophone. "Jupiter" is my favorite classical work and this could not have been done on trombone. Thank you for doing this.

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

We love LHB alums!! Thanks for the kind words!

[@DonnaBrooks]

That was amazing! One of my favorite classical pieces performed entirely on my favorite instrument! Not only was the sound surprisingly lush for so few instruments, but they did that WITHOUT SHEET MUSIC or a conductor!! It was all from memory! Wow, I'm checking out their channel!

[@M_SC]

Memorizing music just isn’t that hard for musicians

[@theolodger]

@@M_SCStill, memorising the entirety of Jupiter?

[@jillmarshall4941]

To date this is still my favorite performance of Jupiter

[@charliechimento852]

Fun fact: the saxophone was originally created to be a perfect blending instrument for traditional orchestra. Other musical figures at the time didn’t like the man who created it, and spread the news that it sounded terrible, so it was sentenced to jazz forever. And while it is great for jazz, it’s really sad that we don’t get to hear stuff like this more often. Beautiful playing!

[@BluesClues2s]

As far as I know UT is the only group in Austin that has a bass sax. I wanna play that thing so bad

[@driftthekitsune69420]

Extremely

[@vandliszt]

It was a piece I’ve heard hundreds of times maybe even a thousand, but this is extra-ordinary, this is marvelous. It might not have been the best version I’ve ever heard with all the string and the tubas and French horns and everything but there in lies the beauty. It sounds like it is; with ONLY saxophones. I’m grateful for the opportunity to hear and I hope one day to hear both the original and this version live to see what differences each provide and astound.

[@ianmintz12806]

I gotta be honest, I’ve heard many amazing musical groups. But this large saxophone ensemble is probably the best one yet!

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed it!

[@pdmaloy]

So great to see sales get their moment to shine in such a spectacular way! I LOVED playing sales when I was in HS and college! So much fun!!!

[@Daggerman06]

What makes it even more badass is that it’s played BY MEMORY

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

We're glad you enjoyed it!

[@Daggerman06]

@@UTSaxophoneStudio i absolutely loved it! If I were to play any woodwind instrument, It would be saxophone

[@kennethrodrigue1324]

I just discovered this, but wow am I here for it now - outstanding performance and musicianship! Unbelievably well-played. Thank you for sharing your talents with us like this!

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thanks so much

[@clarktrent8952]

Amazing arr. of Jupiter, from Gustav Holst's The Planets. Jupiter and of course Mars , are my two fave movements from this incredible full symphonic work you've heard many times in Documentaires and such. Listen to and/or buy this timeless full-length collection. Holst was a timless genius composer, imho! Yes, this Saxophone ensemble imitates and delineates ea. of the full orchestral voices, given the unique timbre of the full range of Saxes, from Soprano to Bass. Bravo. Bravissimo!

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thank you for the kind words!

[@Eli-gn3km]

Saxophonist unite! I look up to these kind of people!

[@alexcarter8807]

I did not think it was possible for me to love the saxophone more than I already did, but here I am.

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Well, thank you so much!

[@rickhole]

This is so well done. I saved the link so I can come back to it. I started listening on my cell phone. Hold it! This is way too good for teensy speakers. I put it on the big sound system and wow! This changes how I look at the sax family and those who play them. Thanks!

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thanks so much for enjoying this performance!

[@benmorales-correa746]

The only instruments I'm missing are the triangle and tambourine. What a fantastic performance!

[@paulscott111]

A bit of cowbell would rock it up? You can never have enough cowbell.

[@davidwright8432]

I have no idea how to drive a saxophone. But I'd no idea a bunch of them could sound like a full orchestra! This is brilliant. Many thanks.

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@jsabuilds2404]

Jupiter is my favorite piece in the world! This arrangement is wonderful, it really demonstrates the saxophone family in all its glory!

[@kristinmartin2349]

My favorite piece and they absolutely nailed it!

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thanks so much!! We appreciate it a great deal!

[@joehashbrowns7577]

Why is idubbbz playing tenor?

[@SaxandRelax]

because he wasn’t good enough to play alto

[@HSDarke]

yay, alumni!!!!! class of '98!!!

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

\m/

[@dbaker702]

Wow! They're going to put a lot of orchestras out of business!!!🎷

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Glad you enjoyed it!

[@kathyzogran7215]

That was amazing! I am ashamed to admit I have frequently dismissed saxophone music from orchestra....but this proves they have all the voices! Well done!

[@amesadamson]

wonderful, thank you

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thanks for listening!

[@kwanzatrotman6337]

[@chap666ish]

That really brought a smile to my face.

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

We're so glad! We loved putting this one together!

[@uralbob1]

Sincere thanks for this wonderful gift!

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Our pleasure!

[@Loves_three_kitties]

Using Steampunk was brilliant. They are amazing. Holst Jupiter is beyond amazing. It’s ethereal. What a gift to be able to experience the BEST of The Best. Thank You, Browns for every hour you prepared to share your gifts with mankind.

[@socratease1432]

Brings peace to one's heart. Gustav Holst, British, wrote the Planet suite early in the 20th centuary just before World War I. It is not surprising to my mind that so much art through music and poetry ensued at this time. ,

[@malcolmdixon6025]

Love the sound of the baris, it's such a refreshing change from them honking away in a jazz band.

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Appreciate you listening!

[@johnmccormickjohn1250]

Amazing use of saxophones to sound so full !

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

We appreciate you listening!

[@reynandr.w.279]

Simply astounding ! This sounds so much like the original piece !

[@saxofonfitness9123]

Great Version. Well played, well recorded, well balanced and without any charts. Woah!!!!!! I will recommend this to my students. Greetings from Germany, (please relase the other PLANETS :-)

[@LidlBigBoy]

Me: damn, how many saxophones you got? UT saxophone studio: yes.

[@thomasrice4078]

Wow, saxes do have a use! (Sorry, couldnt resist) Great job!

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Appreciate you listening!

[@marysanchez90]

I really love this piece of music! Was introduced to Holtz by a former boyfriend who has since passed away ! He bought me this album for my birthday, and I really love it!😊

[@izhaanahmed3038]

This gave me pretty much the same feelings that the orchestra made me feel. Love it!

[@wacokidd]

I swore I heard flutes, clarinets, and oboes. Unbelievable! Well done!

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thank you!

[@mattiademonti2857]

BRAVO!!!! COMPLIMENTS!!!! In those saxophones heard all the woodwinds, brass and strings in it... now you need 3 or 4 percussionists to be the complete orchestra!!! (I play timpani and mallets in concert band now, but I played for a few years alto and baritone saxophone... out of band I still play saxophone because it's an awesome instrument!!!!!)

[@martyheresniak5203]

My hat's off to the arranger. Thrilling.

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thanks for enjoying it with us!

[@martyheresniak5203]

@@UTSaxophoneStudio Wow. You're here. who _is_ the arranger?

[@coreynoodles6876]

Saxophone is such a versatile instrument!!!!

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Agreed!

[@jimmygomtor]

The Planets is one of my favortie pieces, I absolutely love every movement! But there’s something special in Mars, Jupiter and Neptune. Great work by these lads, hats off!

[@gwenmartinsen3979]

And ladies.

[@jimmygomtor]

⁠@@gwenmartinsen3979my bad, let me rephrase: Hat’s off to these lads and ladies! Sensational job!

[@brilongenecker]

Wow! This is amazing! Jupiter is by far my favorite of the Planets suite. This rendition is fantastic.

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

We appreciate you!

[@sarahoakes5843]

I didnt think Holsts music could sound more epic and beautiful but sounds divine in saxophones, loved it

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thanks for enjoying it!

[@markmontemayor9504]

Proud alum of this ensemble here! Bravi, y'all!

[@deleting1118]

Are you related to Ryan montemayor?

[@markiangooley]

One of the most moving renditions of The Big Tune I’ve ever heard. Though the whole performance of this excellent arrangement is exemplary anyway.

[@jimbojimbog1598]

Absolutely stunning performance from you all you are doing something amazing to a stunning piece of music I cannot imagine how much practicing to reach this standard of playing and with no music sheets in front of you congratulations to you Gloucester UK2019

[@sunny_bunny1651]

This is just proof of how versatile saxophones really are!

[@apxclan13]

fantastic performance, Jupiter is probably my favorite from the planets

[@johnwilson2338]

Gentlemen, that sounded Amazing! 👏

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thanks for listening!

[@cefinau]

Awesome performance, the sound, the arrangement 💯- and the first time I heard the whole movement instead of just the famous theme in the middle !! 👏🏼 🎉

[@UTSaxophoneStudio]

Thanks so much!

[@Charlotte-je1hv]

I have two words: Saxophone pride.

[@TheIceIvy]

I see how each player moves in their own way while playing it. Where you can tell they are totally into the song and just letting it control their body.