Maxim Vengerov plays Brahms Violin Concerto (2021)

A great joy for me to release this brand new recording of Brahms Concerto with dear friend and colleague Gábor Takács-Nagy conducting the wonderful MÁV Symphony Orchestra (Budapest) on 25 October 2021 at Kodály Centre in Pécs, Hungary. All cadenzas here are my originals which I have written.
This concert was a full Brahms program, where the master's 2nd Symphony was also conducted by Takács-Nagy.
MÁV Symphony Orchestra
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Recorded by Pilvax Films
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[@mapograph]

What a performance. Truly one of the greatest ever. Bravo maestro Vengerov!

[@kaihartmann924]

To me, Maxim has the best performance of Brahms, as well as Sibelius. Truly incredible violinist, but more than just technique, he brings a unique tone and musicality.

[@hamwhacker]

I feel like I have been waiting my whole life to hear Maxim Vengerov to finally play the Brahms Violin Concerto like this. It has been worth the wait, because this is everything I hoped he might finally achieve, but then again so much more than I could have imagined. The long first movement is so iconic as always, but with this cadenza that Maxim plays, it really is a thing of great majesty and off-the-scale beauty to experience. I love the approach to the slow movement, faster than I would expect but so full of passion, it works so well with the orchestra. And the last movement...well it now feels as if it was written for Vengerov himself! Thank you for the many years you have continued playing. Our lives are so much richer for having you articulating what it is to be alive through playing the violin. Forever bravo to Mr. V.

[@editionprimavista4937]

Kudos on writing your own cadenza, Maxim - just like violinists would have done it in the old days!

[@mapograph]

The way Maestro Gabor was so focused and inside the music during the cadenza gave me goosebumps.

[@Chibanah]

I felt lucky to be there, he even played for us two extra pieces after this, if I remember well. :)

[@user-ik6xk8ms1i]

Maxim is unbelievable 🥰

[@DanielMasmanian]

Sublime playing, Maestro, but you've been perfectly matched by a conductor and an orchestra who are so on point as to be worthy of just as much praise. Wow, wow, wow.

[@plasticity1000]

I personally place Maxim right up there with Heifetz as the greatest violinist of the last Century! And he likely is for the next century as well. I haven't heard anyone even close to this standard.

[@kathyknuteson2838]

Completely agree. Never thought i would ever say that about another violinist!

[@irisce2799]

Dear Maxim, I myself am shocked to say this, but it is apparent that you are getting even greater at the violin! This is a perfect performance of the Brahms Violin Concerto! I enjoyed it so immensely. Thank you warmly for your gift to us

[@youngwoo5860]

Classical music is really great Russia.. Maxim Vengernv is earnest virtoso who is the most prominent playist in this century. Of course this Brahms masterpiece is immortal work.Conductor is maestro whom we adorn. Recording quality is too excellent. Everything is entirely A grade. I am satisfied with all conditions.

[@michael_koski]

Only 7 minutes in, and already loving it! He knows how to build up the tension, gradually but most certainly, playing for the long run, keeping us in suspense. Mr. Vengerov, I applaud you and thank you for sharing this. God bless! ~ Ana

[@JustFiddler]

he is my hero

[@leonidasramirezcorrales2849]

¿Y usted ha escuchado Szeryng ,? Es el mejor

[@danielabisenius9858]

This, may just be the most beautiful, outstanding performance of Brahms I have ever heard. Mr. Vengerov, I have no words. May God give you all that you deserve.

[@JustFiddler]

dia adalah pahlawanku ! matur suksma

[@user-kb3pw7td4z]

Прекрасное прочтение, глубокое страстное, чувственное., полное жизненной силы и задушевности. Божественное звучание! Враво М. Венгеров!.

[@chachaj5506]

It's very kind of you and Mr. Vengerov plays marvelously well... BUT when you say "May God give you all that you deserve", I jump! You can't claim anything from God. We are simply entitled to his Grace by the work of Christ on the cross (if we will earnestly seek it - if not, you do not benefit from it), not due to our good works, which will always be insufficient in the face of our sin. Probably Brahms, as a true christian he was, woud be agree with me...

[@markxl]

I agree but remember he is standing on the shoulders of giants.

[@lisapotter3052]

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[@muchammadsuryomaulanaakbar4964]

I always love Vengerov's Brahms. Just so precise at how he plays not only as a soloist but also as a part of the orchestra. Blended so well making it so beautiful to listen.

[@MrInterestingthings]

WOW!Noone has the courage to play it this way . He canstretch a tempo no matter what today's purist say. Vengerov has researched the period!He knows even some of the earliest records don't take these liberties but this is really the expanseBrahms deserves!Mr.V really gets Brahms.Must hear him n the 3 sonatas!I'm mesmerized by the music in a way the light is there but the weight and austerity we always associate w Brahms in there to. Many say Brahms is not turgid and should be faster. Not Klemperer!So many qualities here I hope to keep finding.

[@fabienlamour3644]

This man is a rock, no a mountain....indestructible.👏👏👏 He plays violon like a rock star !!!!

[@inand08]

I very, very rarely post comments, however I was truly moved by this performance! The original cadenzas are excellent! Bravo!

[@davegallo8790]

From Australia. I used to have a favourite recording of the Brahms, by David Oistrakh, and I never imagined that it would be surpassed, but you did it Mr. Vengerov!!! A truly AMAZING performance with passion and exhilirating technique, especially the first movement and the first movement cadenza! U-N-B-E-L-I-E-V-A-B-L-E!!! Also, much love and congratulations to Mr. Takacs-Nagy and the MAV Symphony Orchestra! Mr. Takacs-Nagy is such an underrated conductor!!!

[@januszwawer7785]

Moim zdaniem jednak Oistrakh pozostaje niepobity.

[@artedeusensamble6576]

the interpretation I grew up with and fell in love with the violin was Oistrakh, now I'm still in love with Maxim's interpretation

[@jacc88888]

His style and manner reminded me a bit of Oistrakh in this - the robustness and power coupled with the gorgeous tone and beautiful phrasing.

[@andreguillaud1971]

Merci monsieur Vengerov pour génie et votre si belle interprétation du concerto de Brahms. Je n avais jamais entendu quelquechose d aussi beau depuis monsieur Isaac Perlman. C est magnifique ❤

[@nako0215]

This is truly Brahms!

[@PaperGrape]

For many years, i hear people say this or that violinist is the best in this current era. Ever since i watched my father's old vhs of the Israel Philharmonic 60th anniversary gala and was introduced to MV, i loved him. But it has been many years since it seemed obvious to me that he is the greatest violin virtuoso musician of this era. This recording shows it clearly.

[@jgassman]

Somewhere out there, there's a DVD of MV from '89 or '90 playing the Tschaikovsky concert with the Moscow Symphony. He's about 14 or so at the time, and he's excellent even back then. I claim the Politburo was in the audience so he was under a lot of pressure!! He's one of my all time faves because of his playing style.

[@tomasznowak7983]

GENIUS!!!! I've heard many good violinist but he is absolutely exceptional. His technic is perfect. In my opinion the best intonation on the world. But musical expression- no words to describe it. I've heard his recital in big hall - piano and violin only. I cannot forget it till now. His cooperation with conductor is also fantastic. Great!

[@ddbancel]

Maxim is on the roof of the world !!!

[@JustFiddler]

indeed

[@IEEMAZ_Convoluted_14.2.8.5]

I Indubitably have to concur with that statement

[@myu-musicisuniversal2554]

He certainly is

[@lisapotter3052]

Then your vision must be quite obscured…kzbin.info/www/bejne/i3fPaqurjrVoiposi=dLWUmnLo0jVs_v3-

[@franciscorobertosilvaneto9038]

Allegro non troppo 00:50 Adagio 25:30 Allegro giocoso, ma non troppo vivace 34:25

[@plasticity1000]

Vengerov is still lightning in a jar. Can't be contained.

[@farzadmenuhin]

This concerto is such a masterpiece, it's beyond words...it makes me feel I've sit on a migrant bird and i'm flying with it and experience many different scenes...storms, rain, seas , jungles ...different emotions at the most beautiful and genius composition, thank you Mr.Brahms you made yourself immortal with this masterpiece

[@HellBlade-od2mf]

When I first was introduced to the Brahms concerto, the first thing I searched up was Brahm Concerto performed by Vengarov because I knew he would be the best person to play such a Bombastic, beautiful, mysterious and so much more, yet there were no results until now and he truly makes it beautiful.

[@snu_seunghoon]

most brillant perfomance i'd ever seen

[@itqvoip7829]

Потрясающе прекрасно!! Какой Звук, Фразы и Нюансы! Живая, полная образов Музыка! Интерпретация наивысшего калибра! Прослушал всё, как на одном Дыхании, вернее сказать был загипнотизирован Вашей игрой до последней волны звука, Дорогой Максим!! Вы непревзойденный в своём великолепии владения инструментом! К этому добавлю, что Харизма Дирижёра Фантастическая! Желаю Вам Здоровья и всем тем, кто Вам дорог и близок!

[@Vegathlete]

Powerful fervor and tenderness, the signature of Mr. Vengerov. Here is an exquisite example of his creative and interpretive genius, with this bold and sparkling rendition, delivered with an amazing strength, “joie de vivre”, and dazzling virtuosity. Equally splendid is this synchronous performance by the MAV and its vivacious maestro Gabor Takacs-Nagy.

[@micaelabonetti949]

Goosebumps already at the breath preceeding the first violin notes... Splendido Maxim! ❤️ 🙏

[@liamnevilleviolist1809]

Of course! Incredible....! ...as we all expected! He truly is exciting and tells a Brahms story :)

[@justilepastile]

Tear shedding perfomance, I absolutely love it. Dear Maxim, you're a genius.

[@mummiusagrippa]

I have been listening Mr Vengerov for years and I always have that fascination to listen his wonderful renditions

[@anvar881]

The Divine presence can be found here! Thank you Vengerov 🎻

[@davidrussell3112]

That was amazing! The Cadenza was breathtaking ❤

[@roshanfonseka9766]

Paganini, jescha... itzac...Maxim..God gifted talented players in the world. Bravo mahestro****

[@duggiefresh8170]

That was impeccable 👌. So dynamic and yet subtle. Love the tempos. Not too fast. I think Vengerov is even better than before.

[@dennispearson9287]

BRILLIANT !!....MONUMENTAL !!!...Mr. Vignerov Embodied Everything Johannes Intended !!...This Performance Was "One For The AGES !! "...

[@brsbku]

Magical score meets with the magician accompanied by a great orchestra conducted by the right conductor, mesmerizing. Brava to you all.

[@kj62431]

I have listened to as many pieces played by Maxim Vengerov as I can and am always treated to interpretations that are fresh and well, gorgeous. This is no exception. And Takacs-Nagy is a tremendous conductor. I do not like conducting with baton so I enjoy watching him work. He treats the orchestra like they are voices and do they ever sing. Love it all!

[@JuanMartinexplacerez-mw3we]

El Prestigioso CONCERTÍSTA de Violín MAXIM VENGEROV ; ejecuta la Grandiosa Obra Maestra del Genial y Brillante Compositor Aleman ; con un arrollador Nivel Expresivo ; unido a un sonido de excelencia . Gracias por compartir Video del Excepcional VIOLINÍSTA .

[@jacc88888]

Didn’t he take quite a lot of time off playing due to injuries? Yet here is a performance of such power and beauty - both technically immense and above all musically - that it seems he has almost benefited and matured from these trials and with age. This was arguably even more emotionally engaging and moving than the player of old. Incredible!

[@rl3293]

I think also to teach and be a father and family man

[@kathyknuteson2838]

What a true master! His style is way beyond technique--he gets to the heart of the exquisite melody and communicates it perfectly! I can't really put it in words!!

[@jasonkang3557]

that cadenza was just wow.. im at a loss for words, bravo!

[@ianhuangncubed]

This is one of, if not the best recording of any musical piece on the internet.

[@bryanurizar]

I think him playing Sibelius is even more special.

[@albinaskvirskaya3227]

THANK YOU!

[@gantchikova]

Интонации на пиано такие, что с ума сойти можно. Лучший скрипач современности абсолютно по всем качествам.

[@user-gk7hx5nr2k]

Абсолютно гениальный звук, согласен!

[@musicbetweenlines]

I love the Brahms violin concerto and this interpretation is amazing! Thank you for sharing this with us, Maestro Venegrov!

[@rustemtnymkulov9116]

Amazing! Not only as a soloist your technique is as good as it can possibly be, the musical understanding of every note is just undescribable.

[@danielabisenius9858]

Can it get anymore perfect than this? Yes, maybe. But more beautiful??? No. I don’t think so. You can hear the GPS going on in his brain- he knows exactly how, where, and when every note should be played. Then he allows them to play their roll in this fairytale performance. High praises to the orchestra, just outstanding, and last but not least to this fantastic conductor, who truly, truly understood Vengerov’s approach to Brahms.

[@susanbryant6516]

Thanks

[@mlig3457]

Great!

[@omarezende]

best Bhrams performance ever. It had echoed for generations. Thank you maestro.

[@simonwong2738]

So mellow like fine wine

[@melissat9120]

Wow, overcoming injury and playing this freely is amazing. ❤

[@GrimReapeRmP]

Apart from the wonderful interpretation Maestro is also at peak form! i enjoyed every note, well done!!

[@minnadiner75]

Ваше исполнение, Максим, дорогого стоит. Невозможно дышать, пока играете. Настолько захватывает Ваш изумительный звук, Ваши особые яркие оттенки, и Ваша особая интерпретация ( никогда такой не слышала). Каденция стоит особых похвал. Но, что больше всего поражает, так это отсутствие агрессивных оттенков, которые часто используют скрипачи, чтобы показать контраст к лирическим темам. Вы потрясающий лирик , для которого отсутствуют трудности технические, которыми полон концерт. Дай Вам Б-г здоровья и всегда быть в такой первоклассной форме. Отдельно хочу отметить великолепного дирижёра Gábor Takács-Nagy и Будапештский симфонический оркестр. Дирижёр и оркестр буквально дышат в унисон с солистом. Я никогда не видела такой слаженности, такой музыкальности со стороны оркестрантов, которые вероятно играли это в 50-й раз. А в III ч., где есть такие элементы, характерные для венгерской музыки, которую так любил Брамс, они буквально музыкально бросаются в пляс. А как тонко они аккомпанируют самым лирическим эпизодам... Я никогда Вас не слышала в концерте, к сожалению. Но очень хочу поехать на Ваш концерт в октябре в Вустере, Массачусеттс. Счастливых гастролей Вам в США.

[@Joker-lt7pf]

Wow this is possibly most amazing interpretation I have ever heard!!!!

[@user-gk7hx5nr2k]

Bravo maestro!

[@udonloews1301]

Maxim’s playing and his ARTISTRY inspire my journey 🙏

[@stephaniemichaux4183]

Quelle M E R V E I L L E !!! Quel orchestre ! Quel chef d’orchestre ! Quel incroyable violon ! Maxim Vengerov EXCEPTIONNEL !!!

[@ecommoy]

100 pour cent d accord

[@franciscoespinozagamboa6490]

..a mis ochenta y ocho años he escuchado muchas versiones de esta obra maestra; en mi opinión, las de Heifetz, D.Oistrakh y M. Vengerov son las mejores.

[@maggieharmse9565]

Absolutely beautifully played. We enjoyed it so much!!

[@manuviolon]

Absolutely great version! Full of spontaneity and sensitivity! Bravo Maestro!

[@irenenaselli2429]

Nunca escuche un Brahms tan apasionado,salvaje,delicado y sutil,es decir tan brahmsiano como esta entrega del genial Vengerov. Capitulo aparte la impresionante cadenza del primer movimiento !!! Un genio frente a otro de los genios que me apasionan: Johannes Brahms.

[@gustavocabrera-mw4vl]

such POWER ... yet tenderness... I'm in tears ... BRAVO MAESTRO! BRAVO!

[@drchuff]

No standing ovation from the audience? Come on that was an incredible performance!

[@chroboe]

There is a sincerity, an earnestness, in his musicality that speaks directly to the soul, which I have found in very few other musicians. Thank you for sharing your gifts with us.

[@patrckhh20]

That cadenza...

[@tzyoci]

Thank you for sharing this wonderful performance. Thank you.

[@user-xe8en3be8u]

It's a perfect performance I've ever listened.

[@simong.4224]

What a masterful cadenza! Personal, authentic and meaningful, as always. Thank you Maestro Vengerov!

[@violinhunter2]

Indeed and very imaginative, too. I heard reminders of Glazunov and Ysaye, not to mention a little Bach at 20:27.

[@danielsmamlins3001]

Такого Брамса я ещё не слышал. Так чувственно и темпераментно ещё никто не исполнял. Здорово! Браво!

[@franciscodanieldiazgonzale2096]

Piano concerto 1, Hélène Grimaud, Staatskapelle Berlin, Kurt Sanderling. The one and only other ever Brahms that fits this one.

[@konstantinSE]

Брамс бессмертен, прекрасный ансамбль солиста и оркестра

[@sonoradesert4206]

Vengerov is the best 🎻 🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼🎼

[@user-ss9gj6vx1k]

Исполнение высочайшего уровня, Максим с годами играет все лучше и лучше, выдающийся талант!

[@januszwawer7785]

Непревзойденный Давид Ойстрах. kzbin.info/www/bejne/b6Pde4OhrNx2gpI

[@plasticity1000]

@@januszwawer7785 Great recording by David Oistrakh but no visual testament. Maxim is right there with him, and then some.

[@user-bv2kv5zf2k]

Maxim vengerov debe ser el mejor violinista de toda la historia . Que bendicion poder escuchar a tan prodigioso violinista . Es una verdadera luz .

[@naminimalkin]

Это очень, очень круто! Спасибо, что поделились.

[@myu-musicisuniversal2554]

Maestro! You bring a lot of new and fresh feel to this magnificent work by Brahms. In my humble opinion one of the best interpretations of probably the most beautiful violin concertos of all. Brava!

[@semrabahcivan8627]

Thank you for breathtaking performance, I am going to listen several times.

[@youngtalentchambermusicinc6691]

breathtakingly beautiful, maestro V. ..Goes straight to your heart! What a soul and sounds…love the cadenzas!!

[@danbrown4090]

Meraviglioso! Sono senza parole, senza fiato, impossibile resistere a tutta questa bellezza!

[@kathleenryan3359]

Thank you Maxim Vengerov for such magical music. It’s truly amazing. Hope to see you soon again in Ireland DV. Keep well.

[@ecommoy]

Absolument extraordinaire. Je reste sans voix

[@juanjosenamnuntavarez7553]

Gran concierto, espléndida la orquesta, grandioso el director, excelso el solista. Gracias por permitirnos disfrutarlo.

[@JeanM1969]

Brahms, Vengerov, Hungarian musicians...a great day for the Music 👍👍👍

[@jaycayuca9866]

So beautiful and sublime! G.O.A.T. Vengerov❤

[@InkuGohn79]

Beautifully

[@lorenzley1324]

A great master a great musician. Unbelievably crucial.

[@rosernabona9364]

Acabo de dinar , ara mateix , i , aquest Brahms es sensacional , el mati des de les vuit al quirofan , hi ha molta feina , i , tenim llistes de espera per a ser intervinguts quirurgicament ara escoltar Brahms ❤

[@alejandronarvaez9806]

What a splendid cadenza! Outstanding, took my breath away.

[@nickyork8901]

wonderful new cadenzas

[@MarcosPabloDalmacio]

Maravillosa interpretación de este sublime concierto, solista más allá de las palabras, gran director y muy bella sonoridad y precisión de la orquesta!!! La más emocionante versión de la obra maestra de Brahms que escuché hasta ahora!

[@miguelfontesmeira]

What a spectacular cadenza! I'm absolutely blown away

[@belmon38]

Fantastic

[@MrFranscoz]

VERY VERY GOOD

[@KosteckiAdam]

Maxim! Unique! Immortal interpretation.

[@ci1161]

Can't wait to see him live in concert

[@user-vv1mz2ug5j]

Максим-Вы ,как всегда супер…с уважением дядя Саша и Паша из Новосибирска.Алику и Ларисе привет…

[@estherrodriguezsanchezdete6105]

Extraordinaria interpretación!!! La más apasionada que he escuchado nunca …. BRAVOOOO Maxim