Kristine West - recorder favorites

[@iwblbyjyaneby4120]

Thanks for sticking with the recorder when your musical peers probably joked and ribbed you about studying ' a toy instrument'. I know in my case the trite comments caused me to put more energy into the usual orchestral woodwinds. Now at an older age I've come back to the recorder and am far behind. It was my first love, and still is...and there ain't nothin' wrong with that....thanks for an incredible performance. A beautiful recorder, well played dusts away the cobwebs of the mind and the worries of the day, and brings me into an incredible state of peaceful bliss.

[@desertdinghy9833]

At 2:41 the fingering is amazing and the complexity of this, along with the breath control needed to tame the complex recorder is almost super human. Most people think of the recorder as a child's instrument and relate it to squeaks and squeals. But, in the right hands, the recorder is an instrument to contend with. This video is a beautiful thing.

[@terohyvarinen4358]

I have played the electric guitar since 1989, and only began to play the recorder activey last spring. It is, to put it moderately, a very addictive instrument! :D

[@billelliott4217]

The recorder is so under appreciated. It's amazing how much wonderful music can be played on this simple instrument.

[@happyreeds]

the recorder is not that simple! It is not easy to build and not easy to play at the level Kristine West is playing it.

[@yonatanbeer3475]

@@happyreeds that's what's so great about it though: it's easily one of the most simple instruments to get a decent sound out of, but requires just as much dedication to get to where the musician in the video is at.

[@teenspirit1]

@@yonatanbeer3475 Exactly, what is what Michala Petri says in an interview. That she took on the challenge of creating something out of almost nothing, just a piece of wood or plastic with carefully positioned holes. And that the instrument feels so familiar to our ears because of it being an icon of the rennaisance.

[@westsidebilling]

@@happyreeds If I say it's simple...it's SIMPLE!

[@honeychurchgipsy6]

@@yonatanbeer3475 - I wouldn't say it is the simplest instrument to 'get a decent sound out of': just listen to how bad most people sound on it when learning? However, you may have mean't to say that it is a simple instrument to begin playing tunes on - I agree - it can be picked up by almost anyone and within a short time a simple tune can be played. This is because the player doesn't have to develop an 'embouchure' as they would when learning the flute or a reed instrument. However, this is also its downfall and the reason why so many players never achieve a decent sound. With the recorder the difficulties come further down the road and most do not get past the initial stages of playing: to create a beautiful sound a huge amount of work needs to be done learning to play with controlled but flexible breathing and a relaxed mouth (a type of anti-embouchure in a way). Also, as you correctly state, to play any instrument at the level displayed by Kristine West requires a massive commitment and a lot of ability; as much as for any other instrument. Finally, I would add, that the recorder is one of the most flexible instruments out there: because it is a tube that air moves about in, many different sounds and effects can be achieved; listen to the multi-phonics that Kristine achieves in the final piece; she is accompanying herself playing both a melody and a base line. The recorder is, IMHO, a massively underrated instrument.

[@staffanolofsson8201]

Recorder playing at its absolutely top! Thank you Kristine West for letting us be a part of this music.

[@Lawh]

Recorders are now my new favourite thing for some reason.

[@waineyteixeira]

For me she is one of the best flutists in the world! very technical, breath, dynamics and perfect breathing! Besides all this she is beautiful! And what a perfect-sounding recorder! Congratulations Cristine West!

[@waineyteixeira]

@Angelos Batalakis did i mention sports in my comment?

[@MidNightStudiosFilms]

The recorder is so underrated

[@Must_not_say_that]

Accomplished playing , and a tasteful splash of colour to match. And no excessive movement, rather concentration on the music, very pleasing.

[@MoelkerRonald]

Kristine, you stole my heart. So peaceful and without unnecessary movements of your body. Beautiful diminuendi with your fingers. Bravo. And what a wonderful young musicians you are playing with. I wish you a brilliant international career.

[@ZoroastroAlihaem]

Soft, delicious and exquisite work of art.

[@inesrahane3610]

she's really playing on a hight level of grace thank you

[@Phil99470]

I keep coming back to this recording! It could well be called "The Magic Flute" in her hands. I'm entranced every time!

[@randyking9489]

So true

[@Itsme-hi9ne]

0:00 - A. Vivaldi: Allegro non molto from Concerto c minor (RV 441) 4:44 - J. van Eyck: Psalm 9 7:35 - W.A. Mozart: Adagio from Quartet in D major (K 285) 10:00 - W.A. Mozart: Allegro from Quartet in D major (K 285) 12:10 - J.S. Bach: Andante from Sonata in e minor (BWV 1034) 16:10 - J.S. Bach: Allegro from Sonata in e minor (BWV 1034) 19:37 - S. Satoh: Music of the Winds 21:27 - M. Zahnhausen: Schlaflied für einen Kolibri (Toccata)

[@lenathorsellrandahl355]

Its me Tack för den fantastiska konserten i Tumba lördagen den 23/11!!

[@LangChainAI]

thanks

[@learningaresintenorrecorde8310]

I'm a huge admirer of Kristine. Resin Tenor Recorder Man

[@janazalesnak]

Sehr schön ❤

[@DieterLo1]

Wunderbar mit Blockflöte musiziert! Und auch mit den Saiten-Instrumenten!

[@Listenerandlearner870]

Wonderful tuning especially in the Van Eykr.

[@ionacmitchell]

17:15 I love that they're actually having fun :3

[@antoinegaillard9440]

Very true, they are commenting this joy to us :)

[@buzzquille]

First-class playing. Brilliant and moving. Thank you for sharing.

[@carr0t12radishes3]

Love that dress

[@ZbijZahnussi]

Kristine - BRAVO!

[@boomrang8423]

Un pure plaisir !!...........Merci !

[@premierepasta1562]

Amazing collaboration of talented musicians. That Bach simply out of this world.

[@surikat-q9i]

Absolutely amazing!!! The most natural sound on earth.

[@skubacb]

Always loved the recorder. 50 years ago I bought three. Not that I could play well but just to hear them. WHAT AN INCREDIBLE TALENT KRISTINE! Thank you for bringing to us the joy of what others have heard hundreds of years ago. Also, thanks to the other greatly talented musicians. A pure wonder to hear.

[@richardfananas272]

Les images sont superbes. Félicitations au réalisateur et à son chef opérateur.

[@ORomuloSiqueira]

Simplesmente maravilhosa, a flauta e a flautista. Um doce para os ouvidos!

[@baroquer]

Bravissimo, you amazing lady Calm and superb ♥

[@dakiro222]

amazing melody, also impressive skills.

[@alfredoihldausend4093]

Kristine plays very well and concentrated. I love it!

[@TINWHISTLEMADRID]

This is just wonderful. Sheer beauty. There are no words.

[@Harambe2016]

Sparkling,clear, bubbling, lovely,well timed , good tuned,real living music.

[@randlyons7278]

I say the same as I always do, virtuoso performance has to come from the heart of the player, and here again is another one that's got it.

[@saladsalad9991]

S Satoh, Music of the Winds.....wow....

[@natachadalleu8993]

Juste magnifique ! Une leçon et une motivation magistrale pour poursuive l'apprentissage de ce bel instrument.

[@lilith-l8m]

C'est très joli 😍

[@jaredviolin14]

I love this. I'm learning recorder 💚

[@T-on-the-Tube]

Lovely tone and breath control, plus fabulous accompanists. Bravo.

[@claudiolavin9201]

Beautiful church and performance, wonderful...

[@GabrielaFigueroaFlauta]

I like your sound and repertoire.... hugs from Mexico

[@inhopark1868]

She is well conducting God’s touches. ❤

[@Gleid1]

Someone has to say that you have a very natural and pure beauty along with your musician skills

[@jmc5281]

Glorious and sensuous virtuosity!

[@seiko3803]

Awesome!!　from Japan

[@recordernerd]

beautiful delicate playing

[@flutefun999]

OK, I got to the end. WHO THE HECK ARE YOU!!!! Are you human! That was utterly, wordlessly AMAZING!!! Oh what a gift to the world you are.

[@ErikLundholm1]

Indeed!!!

[@КонстантинМ-ъ2м]

Кристиночка, ты - гений!!! Спасибо тебе за эту замечательную музыку!!!

[@silvanalucibello5836]

complimenti a tutti i musicisti ed alla flautista, in particolare. grazie per questa bella esecuzione!

[@03Venture]

Extreme recorder virtuosity!!

[@yugandali]

Ａ joy to listen to. Many thanks.

[@lifebreath77]

Amazing! Bravo!

[@ruexcited2WholeHearted]

A terrific compilation!

[@alessandrogarofolo3417]

Bravi! Sound is beautiful! Best performance! Kristine, I love your interpretation. Now I want play Bach Sonata BWV 1034 with my piccolo trumpet!

[@happyreeds]

so beautiful

[@TheReaderOnTheWall]

Such a soft and beautiful sound! This is amazing!

[@recorder38]

Stunning...

[@pranahuti]

Magnifique!

[@stefanfrank4043]

Wonderful ✨!

[@andrealipp9542]

Terrific sound, terrific performance! I like to hear more from you!

[@WojciechKalka]

Just beautiful!

[@Mouse_labyrinth]

You touch my soul with your flute! It spent me hope, creativity and inner peace. You all are a example what is possible to create with pure passion! Thank you

[@Marianofrv]

Absolutely delightful contratulations to you all

[@Android_Warrior]

Bravo Kristine and Company!

[@flutefun999]

O...M..G..... THANK YOU for showing such amazing talent, particularly on an instrument that does not get enough respect! WOOOOW. Especially at about the 3:00 mark!

[@flutefun999]

Ok, then I hit the 5:00 mark and I am undone.

[@lesfousdivertissants4952]

It is a wonderful and very inspiring performance Kristine. Thank you and well done for all of this hard work that appears so easy when you play it!

[@goldenlionness7317]

Want one. She plays beautifully

[@2628064379]

Incredible!!!

[@giuseppefabrizioturrisi5552]

This is an amazing concerto, powerful, elegant, superb! I try very kind the recorder performance and the orchestra is very accurate!

[@giuprime46]

Meraviglia!

[@josefranciscobecerra7019]

Guao Kristine!!! eres soberbia, me encantaste con tu flauta, escucharé mas de tu música.

[@hansekbrand]

Wonderful!

[@gruneeiche]

bella e sublime !

[@albertsiltal2600]

Thanks ❤

[@albertsiltal2600]

Igual que en la escuela 😝

[@christopheryoung1878]

Outstanding. Deeply peaceful in the slow movement.

[@santiagodeloscaballeros3743]

Nice performance, nice sound and nice video! Congratulations and thank you for sharing!

[@irinastarodubtseva4885]

A brilliant performance!

[@DeevenaJemima]

Just found this video as I was going through some recorder music.. this is amazing. 🎶😍

[@DavidDiaz-uo5pv]

Muy bien tocado!!! Quite well played!!! Amazing!!! Brava!!!!

[@johndean8393]

Wonderful performance, it sounds beautiful music. Nice camera work, too.

[@Henry_Martin_Taylor]

Wonderful music and playing ... and it's a pleasure to watch Marcus playing the harpsichord :-)

[@cristinajerry4141]

Beautiful playing

[@PDTUFI]

a very good artist

[@CiberRubiks]

Very very good!

[@davidmdyer838]

Wonderful playing.

[@MasterMusica100]

Gorgeous! The most important in my point of view, is that you are expressing yourself in the way you believe, with lots of work and passion!

[@miguelanxovareladiaz]

Awesome! You are a very great musician!

[@KouichiSuchi]

So good I moved so muchi.

[@dancestory8877]

I keep coming back to this! Thank you for this inspiring ensemble... beauiful.

[@servisimin]

So beautiful!!!👏👏👏

[@revelchristian4145]

Quelle précision et quelle rondeur de son ! Bravo ! Christian R flûtiste amateur.

[@adrianafirpovives4090]

Muy bueno!!!!!!!!!!. I'm in a latinoamerican recorder player 's Group. Since august last year. Allí My lífe Was playing The recorder. Lovely played! !!!!!!!! Congratulations! !!!!!!!!!

[@SightNSoundBand]

Impeccable playing...

[@kevinm.pfeiffer5037]

"M. Zahnhausen: Schlaflied für einen Kolibri (Toccata)" --- Amazing.. and wonderful!

[@slzckboy]

magical

[@yurijimeneznajera3167]

Wonderful music...

[@eduardogonzalez-jq2lc]

gracias, hermosa música, brillante interpretación. escuchar estos temas regocijan mi alma mientras realizo mi repetitivo trabajo.

[@vivianebonifacio]

lindo demais! Parabéns Kristine !

[@QuispeMarlon]

que hermosa melodía, y que bien toca esta hermosa mujer

[@marioperezsilva2454]

Uno no se cansa de escucha tan bellas interpretaciones, gracias un hermoso trabajo.

[@erikpalma2695]

Maestros!!! saludos desde México.