Brahms Piano Quintet in Fm, 3rd mvmt

[@donaldallen1771]

Stupendous performance of an incredible masterpiece. I've played this great work a few times (I am an amateur pianist), so I'm intimately familiar with its terrors. What David Golub did here is beyond praise, musically and technically. I had the privilege of meeting him when I attended a chamber music workshop at Lincoln Center. It is tragic that he died so young; he was a rare one. At that workshop, we were coached (on the Brahsm Clarinet Trio) by Gary Hoffman, the cellist here. Another fantastic musician, excellent coach and very funny. A fond memory.

[@Violamaster1996]

I just love this so much...Reminds me why "Classical music" and "Chamber music" is just...AWESOME!

[@FacundoJG]

Very nice Piano Quintet! Full of passion, energy and power that Brahms always gives us.

[@Gomesongs]

This is probably my favourite piece by Brahms. All pacing issues are forgiven with a passionate performance like this. Amazing!

[@karendavis8649]

What an electrifying performance! Missing the great David Golub.

[@cppeabody]

The energy and connection between them when they move at 2:10 gives me chills everything. And Hoffman as he milks the cello the few measures before that!! GOD they are on fire!!!!!

[@bbbartolo]

this and the sextet in G are my 2 favorite Brahms, and you're right, this is a terrific performance. thanks for posting!

[@PhysiqueQuantique]

OH my god. That was absolutely incredible!

[@edcassells]

As 'alicello' states, at 5:44 Zukerman plays three up bows instead of up-down-up and you can hear the subtleties of how that changes the music in that measure if you listen closely to what Ida is playing. What amazes me is how cellist Gary Hoffman picks up on it right away and gives a glance and a smile. That causes the rest of the group to give a smile. Now that's being totally focused on what everyone in the ensemble should be doing.

[@Irishrose777]

This is superb! The musicians are absolutely fabulous and I really enjoy their overflowing energy and passion for this piece. :) This Brahms quintet is perfectly splendid!!

[@francello75]

God yes, really on fire!!! That's the way this movement MUST be played!(...and "these guys" know it very well) But really such a big shame it is not from the beginning :-( Breathtaking the whole quintet and one of the most beautiful compositions ever (in my opinion) by the great big white beard Master Johannes!!;-) Thanks a lot for posting it, it made me shiver!

[@LukeWelchPianist]

An unbelievable (and inspirational) performance! So full of energy :)

[@Luiantval]

One of the greatest pieces ever composed, is this.

[@joboy1992jesto]

The first time I heard this piece, I couldn't contain myself. Brahms does that to you :)

[@iedsri]

Thanks so much for uploading this (and the finale) -- just tremendous!

[@enantiodrom]

Superba esecuzione, mai ascoltato nulla di simile. Il fuoco. Grandissimo pianista. Grazie

[@lolmanerik]

WOW !!!! Fantastic Performance!!!! Zukerman is outstanding!!! I am sure that´s the way Brahms wanted it!!!!!!!!!!

[@happywandy457]

HappyWandy457, What an overwhelming way to perform the great of greatest: Each musician fills its part as beeing Johannes himself playing. The daring tempo is simply outragious and sound is superb: What vibratos on strings and the pianist, with his superb technique (low wrists as Brahms requires) puts this ensemble on top of all. Hans Fröhlich - Germany

[@hippo2082]

My favorite version of this piece! Appreciate the sharing！

[@musicfantasyize]

This is amazing!!!! Speachless!

[@dam4st3r]

Such a powerful piece! I love it.

[@jess666rawr]

love it. the speed is ridiculous :)

[@Suman1990]

a truly gusto performance. absolutely fantastic.

[@andre.vaz.pereira]

Incredibel!! 5:41 is a great chamber music moment, look how marciale goes the transition on the piano and then the joy in Zukerman face at 5:55, he seemed to be having a great time outhere!

[@pranadistribution6033]

Wonderful performance. David is missed.

[@kimberleybates]

I absolutely love this. So fierce!

[@Gomesongs]

First piece by Brahms I really enjoyed. Nice, energetic performance!

[@eszterberegszaszi-gaal6927]

Terry Gomes Latin / Caribbean / Jazz Guitar maybe because you've never heard about him before?:D

[@JackieChan173]

LOL those anthologies are absolute BEASTS! This is such an awesome piece; its like our class's theme tune.

[@waverly2468]

About 5 years ago I heard Pinchas do the Elgar Violin Concerto with the L.A. Philharmonic, Zubin Mehta conducting (he used the music for this long concerto). It was flawless and I was also impressed with Mehta's well thought out conducting.

[@peterotto1895]

what a performance.deep deep In the zone...

[@CtfcFootiechick]

me 2! i love it! its my favourite out of all the small ensemble pieces were doing! its just amazing!

[@guitarreilly]

definately the best piece im learning for my A2 exam but its so damn hard to get your head around it. This such a great version of it to. thank you mate

[@beforsey]

Love this piece. Not an exculsive listener of classical music but this is my favourite piece.

[@Signifer82]

I played this piece (on piano) at the conservatoire. It was so much fun to play it! But watching these people is... no words.

[@frojo9]

OH goodness... I just came shortly after listening to this...

[@tuberjsb]

@Paules8460 I have performed this and other works of Brahms and most other chamber composers (I play viola) and the reason for not applauding between movements is that the piece isn't over yet...Also, the change in mood and key between each movement is very important and applause sort of wipes out the last note of the movement from your ear, so you are hearing the next movement as if after an interruption which was not intended.

[@humanoidismalakian]

This is one of my favourite pieces, it sounds really good in this recording - what a shame you missed the first few minutes though!

[@lolmanerik]

3:03 - 3:20 listen zukerman...omg. megawow

[@toneeeeeee]

Brahms chamber music is reason enough to call yourself lucky to be alive.

[@llcamus249]

Herr Brahms, my hero!!!!!!

[@bill070593]

Love it at 5:48, the pianist seems to try to slow the pace and they're all grinning like they knew they got carried away

[@lolmanerik]

What a recording!!!! I can listen to it million times. I love it. How can I get the rest???

[@CelloCircle]

best recording in my opinion

[@tomaswolstenholme]

This is so good...

[@Jordi_Ventura]

Magnificent!!

[@1jessie7]

medpiano, please, please where did you find this? The video is professionally done and I want to buy it, but this is the only place online where I can find this sublime performance. Any information to help me locate the entire thing would be most appreciated! I repeat, please, please, where did you locate this?

[@NatHarwood]

I lOVE the piano part in this before the Adagio or watever section before 3.00 So much fun. Want to learn it ^ ^

[@llcamus249]

Brilliant!

[@llcamus249]

Herr Brahms,my hero.

[@dennispearson871]

This could have easily been a movement from one of Brahms Symphonies !!! Like Beethoven , many of Brahms so called chamber pieces contain many Symphonic elements , and Grand Heroic themes and motifs that seemingly sneeked there way into much smaller chamber pieces which forced their limited forces to absorb them !!!....

[@SeanPi314]

Bravo!!!

[@musicianhayd]

You actually only missed about 10 bars, don't worry :) I'm teaching this to myself at the moment and can't wait to find some string friends with whom to enjoy playing it properly! I love this performance so much! Is there anywhere we can find the full version? They're so clear and precise :D

[@rabinovitch1]

Herrlich lebendig

[@KluelessKrow]

Amazing piece, studying it for my A2's.

[@djangosteph]

Yes, Pinky and Neubauer are great, but how about David Golub? The piano part is tremendously difficult to play, and he plays it with so much strength and flair...

[@jeffersonfsoares]

Excelente interpretação mais vamos dar os creditos todos a Brahms por ter feito esse grande quinteto simplesmente genio

[@azcello]

@benal1 I think it's because they're all up on the G string

[@akademiecaspardavidfriedri9892]

Ed furioso!bjalem:)

[@troubadourz]

To hear entire movement, start at 4:03-4:23, then jump back to 0:08.

[@AndrewFairservice]

@Paules8460 your point has something butyou should think of the ones performing this. clapping between the movements may disturb and annoy them and the see and play the piece as a whole. if you interrupt them you also may break their concentration. besides, you could simply enjoy silently; when I'm sitting in concert I'm not clapping even if I enjoyed the perfomance, (that's also due to my laziness...)

[@louispark7884]

OMG... even the violist looks cool!!

[@medpiano]

Believe me, I wish *I* knew! I only caught what I've posted here--I'd kill for the 1st mvmt.

[@usernamelizzy]

@Paules8460 The current etiquette is appropriate and it should not be standard to applaud between movements.Although I have felt the same energy and need to commend musicians after such phenomenal performances as this one I think the silence serves purpose.The beauty of music comes from anticipation and build up of emotion: I think applause should model that. I would much rather engross myself in 40 minutes of music and receive an outpour of applause at the end when adrenaline is the highest

[@monobrow638]

@mikeburgo92 It isn't the last movement tbf..

[@lolmanerik]

6:25 !!!!! WAWAWEEEEWA

[@pleasantblue]

@toneeeeeee Although I like Schubert's chamber music more, your comment has also been an inspiration to me.

[@CtfcFootiechick]

haha YEH!! OMG they are huuuuge!! n all the pop n jazz stuff as well!! good lord, too much 2 learn 4 my lil brain!!! LOL

[@RobMartino]

This is amazing- did this group record an album of this piece, or can anyone recommend something with similar passion?

[@Hotentote]

Zukerman sounds louder than the rest using half the amount of bow. xD

[@vishnuhalikere2151]

2:01 🎶🎻

[@cppeabody]

oops, I meant everytime, not thing ;)

[@tuberjsb]

AND, these works are long, so adding to their length by allowing applause between movements makes them longer, and believe me, some concerts are planned down to the half-minute. I prefer to play without applause until the end...just the humble opinion of a viola player who has performed this piece several times.

[@taviona]

Yeah that's kinda true but they surely rehearsed this piece. It's not just a matter of technically being able to play it but also a matter of interpretation and balance (who plays how loud etc)

[@Weenchit]

@toneeeeeee You aint kidding! :)

[@tigerfishgirl]

Yikes! Speedy! But soooo exciting! But big thanks for posting a performance of David Golub - such a wonderful performer, and a bit underrated I think.

[@platr001]

Check out the Zukerman Chamber Players

[@kgskaug]

Great Fireworks! Mr. Neubauer seems so 100% in control that it's actually a bit scary - how can you play this and hardly show a facial expression at all?

[@fierywomanpacnw7004]

By putting your energy into playing the viola and the music instead of making faces?

[@marpre]

Yes, of course, this is because piano can't accentuate a tied note like strings can do, and this is the same figuration that strings play in 1:43 - 1:50.

[@rabbitpiano]

oh no, David Golub is already pass away??

[@vilxan]

My friends dump their anthologies on me because I'm the only one with a locker. I don't think it can stand the weight much longer :)

[@DevilViolinist]

Yeah, I see what you mean... it's a bit much. Maybe just the second slide, perhaps more subtly played would have sufficed?

[@tboynew]

Nice observation. The scherzo is intentionally written to sound like the wheels are about to fly off. That's Brahms. But still, they definitely over-rush it. The little pause/pullback by the piano at 5:42 is customary. But for the piano to have to pull back again in the next phrase to get them back to the right tempo -- that's unusual. If it were a bunch of students you'd call it a flaw but since it's Zuckerman/Kafavian etc. you have to cut them artistic slack. Plus everybody's having fun.

[@BorisGodunov]

I like to play this movement for those who tell me that Brahms is boring and slow. Yeah, right.

[@medpiano]

Ida is Ani's younger sister; Ani is the one in this performance.

[@kkresek]

This is Ida

[@benkissinger]

Is there some reason why the majority of classical recordings aren't made live?

[@SeanPi314]

2:44 ~ 3:20 It`s like a plainsong, I think.

[@22bomd]

Fire ! FIRE :)) I Love This Performance ! Zukerman Is anyhow one of my really Favourite Musician Both on Violin and Viola ! This Is So Fun To Listen .............. All of them get it "REALLY OUT"

[@benkissinger]

Turn it up until you have to move a little to bear it

[@usernamelizzy]

Where did you get this from? I need a recording!

[@MikeDrewYT]

They just know they're ripping it up.

[@djangosteph]

It's great to see Zukerman leading on violin, for once! He's too great a violinist to always be playing viola...

[@idrauhlico]

ca troia che esecuzione!

[@letsgopsg]

***** of course it is ;)

[@snaaptaker]

Wonderful! Shame about Golub.☻

[@slash1110]

The fast tempo is impressive, but geez, slow down the trio a little bit.

[@BarbedDagger]

slash1110 wtf

[@jacobcorr]

haha as mind boggling as it may sound most professional musicians will just sight read pieces.. these guys are obviously fucking brilliant and i wouldn't be surprised if they did:P or if they did learn the piece it wouldn'ty have taken them too long.. but it is idiomatically impossible! xD

[@skinshapemusic]

no clapping at the end, what a rude audience!

[@paranoidgoldfish]

yep, same, the jokes on here somewhere as well... man this piece is confusing.

[@SeanPi314]

What?! Glissando?! Why?! (3:09 and 3:11)

[@jcziner23]

ur not supposed to clap in between movements. ur only supposed to clap when the entire piece is over.