Maurice André - Carnaval of Venice (Arban)

The best classical trumpet player. Virtuosic performance of one of the most difficult pieces in the repertoire. Enjoy!

[@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.

[@jacobruiz97]

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

[@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!

[@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.

[@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!

[@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...

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@connie_4154]

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

[@user-zx1zs7jm8q]

Прекрасное исполнение,всем здоровья кто читает это послание!

[@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..❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@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.

[@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!!!

[@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

[@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!

[@oliviergregoire518]

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

[@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.

[@tshepomosarwe9534]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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

[@gilliantromper7852]

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

[@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

[@jeanlucpont2798]

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

[@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

[@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.

[@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.

[@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.

[@craigsimmons6108]

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

[@issacortiz990]

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

[@alvinlucywalk8317]

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

[@janoskovacs6197]

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

[@pauldefour2900]

À l'entendre, ça semble si facile et pourtant, il se joue des difficultés. Et Dieu sait s'il y en a !....Cher Maurice André, tu as été et tu resteras à jamais le meilleur des trompettistes classiques.

[@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.

[@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.

[@jaledaucakacaka3363]

I'm just blown away by this great and gifted musician , and I can agree he was a gifted player and a great asset during his time. I have played this piece so many times, but this was just extraordinarily phenomenal . Out of this world , M A J I C

[@bitcoin1583]

incroayable, ce souffle nous emmène si loin...

[@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

[@Aidtox]

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

[@nathaliemonet5617]

Guy fact 😢😵

[@AchimKGK]

Unbelievable. He is the king forever

[@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.

[@user-uz6vj1rl8p]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@jkolar]

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

[@daviddawkins1]

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

[@moniquebootz7615]

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

[@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.

[@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!

[@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

[@VikentiosGionanidis]

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

[@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

[@sportsimaging]

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

[@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

[@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.)

[@antoniopaolella4773]

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

[@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.

[@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.

[@BillSmith-rx9rm]

This song doesn't express skill? Are you out of your freaking mind? There are many famous and professional trumpeters that can come nowhere close to playing this song technically correct. This song is the true test of technical skill beyond any other.

[@roninevelyn]

@@BillSmith-rx9rm 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.

[@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.

[@geoffgeoff5586]

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

[@edepillim]

Extraordinary! Must get more of this musician!

[@1943sebastian]

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

[@alfredhonig242]

The greatest picollo trompet player of the world ever.

[@trollfaceqcrs]

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

[@janineb309]

Merveilleux d'émotion , merci du partage souvenir

[@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.

[@jeanpaulgilleron3766]

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

[@B17MIKE]

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

[@noelbeavers2692]

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

[@wingsofcrow1]

this is just beautiful, i love that sound!

[@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.

[@josekalilsalles4706]

Spectacular, outstanding, wonderful.

[@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 !!!!

[@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!!!

[@axrst]

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

[@melodynote333]

Man that double & triple tongue technique in this piece is crazy. Wow!

[@mangledinal]

Beautiful, just beautiful! Thank you for uploading this!

[@thebreathalyzer]

wow. I love just everything about his playing.

[@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.

[@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).

[@juntsu56]

A marvellous interpretation! Thank you.

[@krassio97]

R.I.P Maurice Andrè . We all miss you... :/

[@ElMcMeen1a]

The master. So smooth and flowing!

[@robertutley8265]

So great-brings tears to my eyes Bob

[@AlexWittify]

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

[@FlorianStaudt57]

Arban and his Bible of trumpet

[@rubisrosa]

Merveilleux Maurice !

[@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.

[@Neosmar26]

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

[@maiden4evah]

The best trumpetsolo ever. Morten Ek

[@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.

[@aspis6397]

Astounding. Bravo!!!!

[@drshisslerphotoart3929]

The tonality and tonguing are exceptional. Reminds me of Leonard B Smith.

[@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.

[@cibinensis77]

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

[@edmondscott7444]

Marvellous Maurice Andre.

[@buckaroobonsi555]

You can be very good at something either due to natural talent or hard work! You can not be great or world class with out both! You have to have talent and you have to work hard to be world class! The best part of life is that you can be very good by either means!!! This means their is hope for everyone and room for improvement for everyone. People get too caught up in being great at just one thing! I see people with lots of talent go to waste daily and I see people with far less talent soar to new heights. Talent alone seldom takes anyone very far if they do not put some hard work in. That said hard work with no talent at all will only take you so far. So it is not a matter of having one or the other it a matter of having both. It really is a situation where what you do with your natural talent can make or break you in any given endeavor.

[@robertmercer4690]

Stunning performance - sounds effortless

[@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.

[@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