Maurice André - Carnaval of Venice (Arban)

[@Comeau1234]

There will never be another Maurice Andre. Just totally off the scale. Thank God we still have him on KZbin.

[@thomasborgsmidt9801]

Oh, there will be others - but that does not deminish André.....

[@stacybombath917]

Austin Martín Hernández boy

[@pierluigiturani7350]

You are so right guy.

[@pierluigiturani7350]

@Austin Martín Hernández I hope with all m'y heart that you are right. All m'y wishes.

[@cooloox]

@@stacybombath917 Do you have a link to his videos? I can't find any mention of the guy searching Google or KZbin.

[@bluehorn50]

I do not normally allow myself to say that that any musician on any instrument is the best ….but …. Maurice was and is the ultimate exemplar to whom all others are only compared.

[@tamborazobanda2100]

Listen to Rafael Mendez motoperpetuo but Maurice is on my top list

[@philmcknight4405]

Absolutely love Maurice-as a fellow trumpet player he’s been one of my heroes for decades. I have to say though (and I know there’s some subjective component to this) that I think Wynton is the most complete horn player in the history of recorded music. It’s splitting hairs between him, Maurice, and Sergei Nakariakov but Wynton has an intangible quality to his intonation and tone that’s unsurpassed imho. The range of his mastery across multiple genres of music is unparalleled as well.

[@docalexander2853]

It’s hard to tell who’s playing the trumpet sometimes, but you could recognize Harry James all the time.

[@fanta4743]

I like Maurice, but Rafael Mendez is definitely the best trumpet player that ever lived.

[@philmcknight4405]

@@fanta4743 As a fellow trumpet player and huge fan of both Maurice and Rafael I must submit that the scope and quality of Wynton Marsalis exceeds them both. I’ve spent hours listening to all three on the same piece side by side. Of course we’re splitting hairs and all three have skills that are sublime beyond description. In my opinion however Wynton’s tone quality, articulation, and phrasing in the multiple genres he’s mastered is unparalleled. Much respect for your opinions as well. Love them all.

[@mariojau]

In my opinion, whether you like his style or not (I personally do), there is no one that has ever sounded like the Maestro. He has and will always be an inspiration and the closest thing to perfection we will ever hear.

[@chadg2696]

It's not even close. So crazy.

[@teutomike]

Maurice André is indeed the best trumpet player of our times, if not of all times. Forget all the double and triple tongueing, he is a master of that too, but the most important is his tone, his sound. Nobody comes close to that.

[@Carlos-df9cl]

Michael Roe heard of Harry James?

[@maartaarubiio]

Michael Roe this is true😍😍

[@turooo]

What about Nakariakov?

[@davidbetts9259]

Listen to Wynton Marsalis's rendition of this Arban Classic. I'm sure you will have a difference of opinion!

[@docalexander2853]

Nobody had the sound of Harry James and never will. He was a prodigy and came up in the circus.

[@jacobruiz97]

I really love that he plays this piece so flawlessly it actually sounds relaxed and calming

[@Danny45635]

He makes it sound even more effortless than many other virtuosos... The way he plays the last variation is so good it is unhuman...

[@tompussina]

Simply he was born to play trumpet...

[@caroleborsu]

Not only was Maurice Andre a virtuoso, he was also a great teacher. He taught at the Conservatoire National Supérieur de Musique in Paris. Many trumpetists have enjoyed professional careers thanks to him. His humility and no nonsense approach can be heard in his playing. Of course, spending thousands of hours practicing helps too. Merci Maurice!

[@TheRjjrjjr]

I have plated the trumpet for 40 years and I have heard the best. The ease in which Mr. Andre plays the most complex phrases never ceases to amaze me. He is the gold standard for trumpet players. Bravo!

[@speedyneutrino1729]

He's the only trumpet player I've heard who could make this difficult piece sound almost leisurely and unhurried.

[@timbronitskiy6603]

Listen to Wynton Marsalis's recording, it's also very simple-sounding and amazing

[@mathiasmusician]

or Allen Vizzutti, he plays the last movement while rotating his horn 360 degrees! Also, Carnival of Venus is the first movement with random octave jumps

[@gerardvanwijmeren9295]

SpeedyNeutrino172 iyyuharrie James

[@TheTrompeta3]

What happen today.

[@whazzat8015]

Grace itself, agree with the Marsalis version . both sublime. Then listen to Al Hirt struggle

[@JwL456]

I personally believe this is how a trumpet should truly sound when it is played at perfection. No loud, screaming notes over top of everything (even though that does have it's place) but just clear, unblemished playing to represent what a beautiful instrument the trumpet, or cornet, is.

[@גיוראהרפז]

אכן ביצוע למופת הן של היצירה והן של הכלי.הידד וריס!

[@marcullrich8390]

In fact, Maurice André is playing on a fluegelhorn on these Carnaval of Venice variations from J.B.. Arban who the most famous cornet soloist in the time of H.Berlioz who wrote especially for him a solo part in the waltz of his Symphonie Fantastique

[@SpeedyNeutrino43]

Maurice Andre makes this difficult piece seem almost leisurely and unhurried. It seems as though he has a surplus of talent which he isn't even using. Just a walk in the park. He was amazing.

[@СергейФедорченко-ь8к]

Прекрасное исполнение,всем здоровья кто читает это послание!

[@DirkSorensby]

Hearing Maurice is the reason I started playing the Trumpet

[@stijnsnyers5109]

Library suite trumpet

[@brunobrauer6301]

"Hearing Maurice is the reason I started playing the Trumpet" Hearing Maurice is the reason I gave up playing the Trumpet.😁

[@benkockert982]

@@brunobrauer6301 agreed

[@salebowwow]

Maurice is the best classical trumpeter to ever live.

[@hotscauce7x503]

Nah Philip Smith. He’s the best. The best soloist is Sergi Nakarakov. Maurice is also just off the wall with wynton and Arturo

[@christianvanteuroux3073]

OUI LE MEILLEUR DU MONDE ET DU SIECLE

[@rlukeball]

I'm 80 years old and picking up my Olds Recording cornet again after 55 years. In about 5th grade I heard "Carnival." It inspired me for life. To my young ears the last variation was magic and I dreamed about it for years. I eventually played the Clarke version and am working again on Arban. It's just fun. But thanks to Mr. Andre for this, a definitive expression of the sweet voice of the cornet. I love it.

[@HectorGallegosmusic]

Wynton is my favorite trumpet player. I like how he interprets his solos but Maurice takes the cake on this one. It's sooooo perfect.

[@justanothergamer7918]

Wynton has very beautiful tone that sustains with range. That is a very important thing and Wynton uses that to his advantage to play beautifully.

[@arturolooping]

Il più grande trombettista classico di tutti i tempi. Il migliore di tutti !!! Un grande mago della Tromba e un fenomeno. Grazie Maestro per quello che continua a donarci !!!!!

[@numerjesuitas-cw2lc]

The greatest of all trumpet players... BRAVO!!!

[@connie_4154]

I am absolutely FLOORED! This man is the KING in the trumpet, indisputably so.

[@jeffreyhaney2449]

If I am not mistaken, almost the entire trumpet playing community of the Tri-state NY area went to Carnegie Hall in 1974 to see Mr. Andre perform. I remember my private Teachers commenting on the fact that Maurice Andre warmed up on drills/music that professionals could not even play. Everyone was in Awe. I remember the day. I was so impressed as a young 11th grade musician. I thank always my friends and teachers who urged me to go! From 1971 to 1975 everything was about Maynard - remember? What can I say? - we can all find beauty or something that we like in all styles of music - but Maurice - he was Magic. How can anyone play like that? And with such Ease? Amazing. May he Rest. I thank the good Lord I got a chance to hear him. JH. 10.4.23

[@Stoclet]

Such amazing and beatiful piece of music. And never mind if it is beautifully played by Wynton Marsalis or Maurice André. They're different men with different styles and spirits, so, obviously they'll play Arban's Carnival in different ways. Good for us !! Thank you so much for posting it ! It's beautiful and makes me feel alive and happy.

[@williamstadelmeyer3563]

Marsalis is a great player but there is no comparison between Andre and anyone. Andre is more like a Prophet sent by God and everyone else is just a trumpet player trying to live up to his expectations. Unfortunately we all fail at trying to be Andre but most of use will never stop trying.

[@cptsonicbelmont]

What a fantatstic trumpeter. It amazes me that he began playing at 12 years old! It really shows you that hard work and dedication yield amazing results.

[@PrinceCezar27]

I had an Arbans at 7. And could play through it by senior year....

[@ImranKhan-gc1tl]

+PrinceCezar27 Please post your recording of Carnival of Venice so that we can compare yours to Maurice Andre's.

[@adityatyagi4009]

hahaha!

[@TheMudsnake]

PrinceCezar27 Why don't you stop posting about politics and post of video of you playing since you're so incredibly gifted.

[@PascalDurieux]

Fantastique. Pureté du son, dextérité, émossions. Tout y est. J'ai eu la chance de parler avec Mr André après l'un de ses concerts, et ça restera gravé dans ma mémoire. Encore bravo. Respect!

[@JamsBrosOfficial]

This is crazy! The final variation sounds like two different trumpets! How is it even humanly possible to jump between octaves with such ease?

[@kaliarecords1511]

Because he was Maurice Andrè

[@BobHoff]

+Jams & Bros seems unlikely he was human...

[@Puddinggevallteje]

+Jams & Bros actually, not to spoil the fun.... it‘s not that hard, with enough practice it gets easier.

[@SPRR]

+Jams & Bros Practice, practice, practice........

[@joaovalinho6586]

+Jams & Bros Ruben Simeo plays in my wind band this piece, like Maurice Andre or even better.... :D

[@speedyneutrino1729]

At around 6:50, listen to the full musical tones he produces with the low notes...Most other trumpet players I've heard "spit" those notes out without any musical tone. RIP, Maurice Andre.

[@spryjo01]

Its amazing What taking a piece only slightly slower allows one to do in terms of musicality. Marsalis I think comes closest when taking this variation faster, but still its so much better at a slightly slower, more consistent Tempo.

[@speedyneutrino1729]

After listening to him playing this difficult piece more times than I can count, I've noticed that his breath control is nearly flawless and that enables him to produce musical tones...not the "spitting" I mentioned. Listen to his attack...each note is played smoothly without harshness. He's the best I've ever heard. Too bad he's gone.

[@robertadinolfi4217]

I have heard versions of this were technically better. But you would not want to listen to them more than once. But Maurice Andre's feel and musicality just sound worlds better.

[@bigfella1998]

@SpeedyNeutrino172 Is that just one instrument starting at 6:50?

[@deess33]

@@bigfella1998 Yes. Impossible and true. It is one trumpet.

[@tshepomosarwe9534]

this is by far the best interpretation of Carnival of Venice I've ever heard. Very lyrical and effortless.

[@oliviergregoire518]

Maurice André un extraordinaire musicien qui n'a cessé de nous éblouir et de nous émerveiller.

[@alfredhonig242]

The greatest picollo trompet player of the world ever.

[@BrunoGebarski]

Maitre Maurice André vous avez toujours été une inspiration pour tous les cuivres du monde entier et ce morceau comme vous l'interprétez est un tour de force de son, de controle, de respiration et d'inspiration! Vous etes et restez l'exemple par excellence du "son" comme nous le disait notre professeur: Raymond Katarzynski (Trombone Solo de l'Opera de Paris) au conservatoire de Boulogne Billancourt (alias Katar.). "Ecoutes André, immites le ou vas à Lourdes! J'aurais du me rendre à Lourdes de nombreuses années auparavant et suivre le conseil de Raymond Katarzynski :-) Formidable et incroyable!!

[@myblbastelica7168]

Je suis entièrement d’accord avec vous

[@VikentiosGionanidis]

it s the best version of the carnival i ever heard!!!! of all instruments!

[@janoskovacs6197]

Ez az igazi, könnyed, izzadságtól mentes játék. Nem véletlenül nyert meg mindent, amit lehetett fénykorában. Full respect!

[@gilliantromper7852]

Definite one of the best trumpet players ever and a warm person too! 'I adore you Maurice'. Merci beaucoup. Jan

[@jkolar]

He died, but his work will live forever! Thank you mr. Andre

[@Aidtox]

RIP Maurice André.... Thank you for wonderfull music and inspiration.

[@nathaliemonet5617]

Guy fact 😢😵

[@jeanlucpont2798]

Que de souvenirs de ce grand trompettiste! Il reste dans ma mémoire comme un exceptionnel artiste.

[@snaebjorn53]

Fantastic! Unlike some comments, I don't play a single note on this wonderful instrument, but I thoroughly enjoy listening to it played so beautifully like this guy. Thanks. Bravo! Bravo!

[@AchimKGK]

Unbelievable. He is the king forever

[@SpeedyNeutrino43]

It's amazing to watch/listen to virtuoso musicians like Mr. Andre. He plays this like it's almost leisurely and unhurried. wonderful rendition.

[@craigsimmons6108]

He was simply the complete package for all trumpet players to study and more importantly listen too.!

[@roninevelyn]

I see a lot of comments saying “this man was the greatest!” Or even some “X player was far more talented” yet you all forget the absolute beauty of the instrument is not simply technique and execution no doubt this man is exceptional but they all bring excellence in their unique presences. Nakarikov’s beautiful flightiness and stroll of warmth, or as inm Maurice’s case, a leisure and glow to his tone, a sound that seems to bring a sense of joy and wonder like that of the carnival perhaps? Surely this song doesn’t test skill but more so the expressivity and true artist in each and every musician!!! I for one love most every interpretation of this. (Though biased I may be I love Nakariakov’s performances.) Truly music is just a spectacle of beauty.

[@roninevelyn]

@Bill Smith comment from when I was younger but if I had to guess I didn't mean in a literal sense that the song didn't require skill so much as the true beauty of the song was in how different players applied that skill. The subtle differences make it beautiful and unique to each player. Was not at all implying this is anything less than masterfully skillful, it is for sure.

[@issacortiz990]

he has an extremely dark, round tone and its amazing how effortless this peice sounds when maurice andre plays it

[@waltervanderboor]

I spend many hours getting this Piece under my belt, did not know Maurice had actually also recorded it. Great memories playing my B700

[@GeneTrujillo]

I consider this the definitive version. What I aspired my childhood to achieve but could never come close to and I am OK on that because this is Maurice Andre.

[@moniquebootz7615]

Génial ce musicien !!! et toujours la même émotion...

[@jarekluberek8123]

OMG, this brings back memories. Spent many hours practicing this one. He obviously is hitting it out of the park. I just love this guy.

[@Squarerig]

I first heard the Maestro about thirty five years ago and he remains at the peak of trumpet/cornet playing.His skill,talent and feeling undiminished by the years.Sublime,beyond description.

[@williamstadelmeyer3563]

I read an article that he said he practiced 5 hours a day on the days that he had concerts. I can't imagine practicing 5 hours with the music he would play and then playing a 2 hour recital of music like this. A friend of mine from the Boston Conservatory said his father played with him and use to drive him out to the fields in Paris in freezing weather so he could practice outside. He said it was so that if he ever played a concert in a freezing church he would have no excuses. Possibly the greatest musician ever (not just the greatest trumpet player). RIP We miss you but you will never be forgotten.

[@ar.458]

this is the most "relaxed" interpretation of the Carnival of Venice, with the most fluid sound on a cornet I have ever heard. Beautiful.

[@1943sebastian]

RIP - du bester Trompeter, der jemals gelebt hat - ruhe in Frieden

[@16ast]

Maurice fuiste grande toda tu vida y ese legado que dejaste a la trompeta fue impresionante. Como trompetista solo puedo decirte gracias y que Dios te guarde en su lecho eternamente MAESTRO

[@cochard5008]

Maurice. La ville d'Alès dans le gard (france) vous pleure. L'enfant du pays le plus talentueux s'est éteint. Nous vous disons adieu mais surtout MERCI!

[@antoniopaolella4773]

Il più grande in assoluto... Leggerezza pulizia e oltre ad una tecnica formidabile un intonazione perfetta...

[@B17MIKE]

Simply amazing. The fugel answer explains the begining cadenza. I've never heard an ending like that. He is simply the best IMO

[@TheTheTrumpeter]

RIP Maestro. I never thought that much of the Picc or Music like this until I heard you. May this music live on forever.

[@swifte546]

WOW!!!! What tone he has Talk about difficult? The double and triple tounging he exhibits is phenomenal. I've heard a lot of trumpet players in my time, but he is with out a shadiow of a doubt the finest. If you like this selection, have a listen to him playing with Claude Bolling. Viva La Maurice!!! Jere Philadelphia, PA

[@daviddawkins1]

How can ANYONE give a thumbs down to this?? Another Fantastic example of one of his amazing performances.

[@axrst]

Excellent sound. The best I've ever heard. This must be the "original reference sound" of the trumpet.

[@johnsurs22]

What I like most about this version as opposed to the others is that every note is clearly heard because he is so calm and stable while playing. When the others play the fast parts, (don't get me wrong; they're still great) they sound a little brassy and you can tell that they are trying hard. Andre is just so relaxed and smooth.

[@maiden4evah]

The best trumpetsolo ever. Morten Ek

[@bitcoin1583]

incroayable, ce souffle nous emmène si loin...

[@mus1970]

Happy that YT suggested this wonderful rendition! Eight minutes of my time well spent :) Remember that this was recorded (and conceived as an individual solo musical performance) in an era where people did not have easy access to world class study and reference materials. Mr. André's ad lib intro in this version is truly magnificent. I also like some of his eloquent and easy going playing in the slower variations. Smooth and glib indeed, yet technically all but impeccable as well. Unfortunately there do not seem to be any recordings around on the great wide web of Theo (and Carlo) Mertens. Icons in their own right as well! (Theo's version of "Opus for Trumpet" is a classic too.)

[@sportsimaging]

So smooth. Maurice was the best ever and my all time favorite. Truly amazing!!

[@judithheineman4302]

I did a lot of western Europe traveling during the 70s 80s and 90s. I discovered maurice andre, alas too late to see him in person. But I agree that he was THE BEST!!!

[@rubisrosa]

Merveilleux Maurice !

[@romebluewater]

You hear sooo many versions (professional or otherwise...) of this done with a trumpet. It's nice to hear it done well with the instrument for which it was written. Cheers to the late, great M. Andre.

[@claudiocampaniolo7243]

Si vede che Maurice è un virtuoso della tromba,ovviamente la perfezione è frutto di sacrifici costanti nel tempo, sa trasmettere sapientemente agli ascoltatori sensazioni fuori dal comune,le variazioni repentine delle note creano nuove armonie e variazioni magnifiche che ti fanno restare a bocca aperta.Che il Signore l'abbia in gloria.

[@SpeedyNeutrino43]

This man could make a difficult piece like this sound almost leisurely and unhurried....THIS is what set him apart from other trumpeters, this and the smooth, full tone.....soft as velvet.

[@edepillim]

Extraordinary! Must get more of this musician!

[@janineb309]

Merveilleux d'émotion , merci du partage souvenir

[@trollfaceqcrs]

nobody will never replace maurice. R.I.P. )'=

[@cibinensis77]

It s wonderful and nobody could perform better than him ! I feel already in Venice.

[@richardboehnke1394]

Sometimes the greatest moments in life's fabulous gift to us is to be permitted to hear sonic events such as Andre's is here - his playing is one of life's joys to experience.

[@noelbeavers2692]

Just the greatest!!!! There is no serious comparison with any other living trumpeter. He makes the difficult seem so effortless. Bravo. Bravo. Bravo,.............

[@williamstadelmeyer3563]

Best trumpet player ever period!!! His musicality is separates him from the rest. Also the fact that every recording of him was done live and never in a studio. Put up a mic and perfection every time is something we will never hear by anyone but Andre.

[@edynes]

I just cannot understand why somebody would push the dislike button...I haven t seen something like this before! thumbs up!

[@lentaclaude3054]

Je l'avais rencontré dans sa loge à THAON-les-VOSGES avec mes enfants, il était d'une générosité, d'une bonté, d'une bonne humeur extraordinaire, il a conservé toute sa vie, les valeurs des mineurs

[@Neosmar26]

Estetica increible del sonido! Simplemente Maravilloso!!! Gracias maestro por elevar a tal nivel la música, Dios te Bendiga!!!

[@jannikgraser6125]

He was the Best Trumpet Player in the world

[@evanlee2639]

Was? No is.

[@benclarke4075]

@@evanlee2639 he's dead

[@alvinlucywalk8317]

Magical finger dexterity A GIFT FROM GOD ❤❤❤ DELIGHTFULLY WHIMSICAL ❤❤❤ MAKES OUR HEARTS SING❤❤❤OUR WHOLE BODY WANTS TO DANCE

[@LesMillerMusic]

R.I.P. Maurice. Thank you for the wonderful music. Tonight I lift a glass in your honor, for the world has lost one of the greatest trumpet players to ever pick up the horn.

[@jeanpaulgilleron3766]

Epoustouflant la cadence du début surtout au bugle RIP maurice Tu es inégalé

[@johnruggeri843]

Another wonderful fit and another BRAVO - This is not an opera piece but it sung by sopranos with sterling techniques. His embellishments and trills are in the grand traditions of coloratura sopranos. Stunning technique and musicality !!!!

[@jeanpaulgilleron3766]

Epoustouflant la cadence du début surtout au bugleRIP maurice .tu es inégalé De plus la fin du morceau en changeant de tonalité me fait penser à une sorte de fin d'époque désormais révolue de simplicité et de bonheur de vivre.

[@crwillis101]

Just fabulous! Wonderful!

[@geoffgeoff5586]

Put simply: Maurice was the greatest of them all, We brass players lament that he is no longer with us. Rest is peace.

[@josekalilsalles4706]

Spectacular, outstanding, wonderful.

[@wingsofcrow1]

this is just beautiful, i love that sound!

[@ВладимирНеганов-ь4щ]

Виртуоз, филигранное владение инструментом, высокий уровень исполнения, браво!

[@AlexWittify]

He is phenomenal. The accompaniment leaves something to be desired.

[@richardboudville5188]

Maurice André (May 21, 1933 - February 25, 2012) was a French trumpeter, active in the classical music field. What a loss when talented virtuoso pass away. R.I.P Maurice. Perth, Western Australia.

[@robertmercer4690]

Stunning performance - sounds effortless

[@brunobrauer6301]

I saw him twice in Luxembourg (Printemps Musical) he had a mechanical accident and had to re.begin and he played it _exactly_ the same way, I'm a trumpet player myself and I lost my mind over this piece.

[@selector111]

I love how I have heard him play b flat trumpet the least and ive heard him on piccolo the most and he has probably performed on every kind of trumpet in every different key, and knows all the scales on each one.

[@robertutley8265]

So great-brings tears to my eyes Bob

[@roberttillman8872]

I don't know who is or was the best trumpet player, we have had in our time only a handful of greats and Maurice Andre is one of them. Maybe not the best, but no one is better.

[@aspis6397]

Astounding. Bravo!!!!

[@trumpetplanet]

Now THAT is how a cornet should sound. Absolutely brilliant.

[@vigauner]

Ein Künstler auf der Trompete. Einfach ein musikalischer Genuss

[@edmondscott7444]

Marvellous Maurice Andre.

[@kentbrashear]

This is so peaceful that I almost nodded off to sleep. I would love to follow along with the sheet music (if I could keep up).

[@michelmerlin6114]

Il n y aura que un seul MAURICE ANDRÉ C EST TOUT JE PLEURS ENCORE CE VIDE DU FOND DE LA MINE AU SOLEIL DE LA GLOIRE UN GRAND MONSIEUR..❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤