Melissa Venema (17) plays live Il Silenzio at Carré Amsterdam

[@coastie1961]

I have been playing bugle ,cornet, trumpet, e flat horn, baritone and euphonium for 47 years now and can only dream of achieving such a clear tone. Bravo young lady.

[@raymondbradley4227]

I played the cornet for a short time in the 1960s and i listen to this very talented young lady and can only dream of what might of been

[@brianoliver880]

She is excellent and very talented

[@JohnBrowne-d5u]

Brings tears to my eyes every time I here her play , not ashamed to say , stunning, absolutely.

[@malcolmkeast4165]

Brings tears to my as well every time and I'm 76.xx

[@dtulip1]

same, My father passed last year, and this young lady playing this with Andre Rieu was one of his favourites, I couldn't have it at his funeral because it was hard enough to keep it together as it was

[@BaronPatrickRyan]

This was played at our Nov 11, 2014 Veterans Service in Nova Scotia Canada.....As a 28 year veteran and honoring my Father, Grandfather and 7 other Great Uncles all RYANS.................This was so touching...............LEST WE FORGET. AMEN.

[@tonycarey5688]

I am 67 and this is a beautiful tribute to brave men and women. Thank you young lady.

[@Giovanni-c5e]

Melissa: This piece is hauntingly emotional. I am lack of words. Bravo. Thanks Million from John, Hongkong

[@christeldickens351]

I have heard this piece many times,performed by different artists. Nobody but Meliisa plays it with so much emotion. Thank you

[@trevorhart545]

The Last Post ! Never, ever, heard it so refined ! Utter skill. Wish I could have that played at each of my parents funerals. BUT not just funerals it was beautiful in its own right. TALENT !

[@srgmiller340]

This not the last Post

[@johnsullivan929]

I am an 88 yr old, started playing trumpet also at 13, then for 25 yrs more, a former band leader, and this lady is so clear & so beautiful a sound, only a few on earth posess & she is among the top 10.

[@Jaycart3]

You’re not 88 shut up

[@knutbodden4055]

ja..der beste aber war nini rosso u. dann walter scholz

[@williamspenser9111]

..and the final note was so clear..

[@24694104]

I served 22 years in the British Army and have heard the last post played many times. I am retired now but was out running a few months ago using an old ipod that had about 4000 songs on it. This tune came up and I found myself running with tears in my eyes!

[@dennistaylor5052]

I'm from America,but Thank you for your service---GOD BLESS

[@alexandrucezarleahu574]

I am still in service. Thank you for your service brother!

[@Trillock-hy1cf]

Being ex RAF (1961-1975) I have heard 'The Last Post' played before, and every time no matter if a band, solo player etc., like this young girl, always makes my eyes water. It is just a tune that always reminds me of those lost in wars, and this young girls play it beautifully.

[@Mortlupo]

It sounds a lot like our Taps (US Army) which I'm guessing serves the same purpose.

[@Pier-wy6dd]

Thanks for listening this piece of music. Actually, this is not the "solemn version" (2 min. long max.), on this occasion it is a bit "sweetened" by harp and orchestra. It bear the name of "Silence", and it is used by Italian Army as "Memorial (of dead soldiers)".

[@adrianlarkins7259]

I'm old,74. I played the trumpet when I was young. This young lady has complete control of a very fickle instrument. She has that magic touch that makes a trumpet come alive and stir the emotions with clear, beautifully crafted notes. Incidentally, I played slightly to one side on my mouth too.

[@jimdrich1967]

I started in 1955. Still have my 1957 (if it were a Chevy, it would be a classic!) trumpet that my father paid $133.00 for! I remember it well, because it was so much money to him :) I'll be 76 this August. I agree with you completely about Melissa!

[@krisknowlton5935]

Adrian Larkins I am 66 and played trumpet and baritone in high school. I could play the notes but after hearing her I don't believe I ever played the music.

[@andyvasvari4874]

@@jimdrich1967 Since then- trumpets has lost popularity to guitares, every kid in my block are about favoring them. Needless to say I have 2 brand new chromated. Copper silver trumpets brand new in kevlar cases, white gloves - complete for $78 only.

[@bobjacobson858]

I'm 69, and although I've played clarinet, string bass and a couple other instruments from the "distant past", I took up brass this year, buying a trombone in March, and a trumpet a week ago (each of the instruments for about $120, from eBay). I'm having a lot of fun, although I doubt I'll even play either anywhere as well as Melissa, especially on the trumpet!

[@ianwidick87]

As much as I admit that the song is not hard, I could never get the tone she has. Btw I learned the song in very few days

[@mickthornley7210]

I absolutely adore this tune as it raises so many emotions and I’ve heard it from several different players, but got to say that this lass does an extremely superb rendition, well done 🎼👌

[@antoniovilla4778]

😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊😊

[@kevinbatt8170]

Very Very well done

[@Deodoto]

That’s one the most beautiful pieces of music I’ve heard. Brings me to tears every time.

[@deniselepoivre4018]

musique de ma jeunesse et jouée par un trompetiste aux funerailles des mon époux bien aimé !!!

[@dawnjo8223]

this dear child is like a robot to play with increasing perfection and STILL the heart rending magic such as her skill creates. God Bless you dear wonderful child and deep gratitude for this bittersweet sound. Im in tears right now.

[@rolandmohler2695]

Not a robot! You have to have a huge heart to make this music come alive.

[@dnorfed]

This tune reminds me of all the family and friends who I’ve lost over the years, and of course the many people who have lost their lives in the two world wars, I cry each time I hear this tune. Absolutely perfection in all ways ❤️👌👌

[@jotemerario8206]

❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤😢

[@English.Andy1]

Saw her play this live when she was just 13 years of age. I was completely stunned at how emotional I got that someone so young has such incredible talent.

[@juansegundoponceadasme2466]

EL ANTIGUO HERA MAS ENTRETENIO

[@TIMWILLIAMS29621]

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[@kimihispano7432]

Dedicado a todos mis hermanos Paracaidistas caídos en combate o bajo el salto de la seda..Sobre nosotros Dios ..con nosotros la Victoria..en nosotros el Honor . TRIUNFAR O MORIR ..BRIGADA PARACAÍDISTA

[@Luiz-lx3oz]

​@@kimihispano7432 Deixa de bobagens e vai viver a sua vida , rapaz, porque toda guerra é estúpida.

[@kimihispano7432]

@@Luiz-lx3oz algunos tenemos q hacer ese trabajo otros no podrían hacerlo porque son cobardes hasta para afrontar la vida.. en ellos estas tú!!

[@cavalierguy6754]

As a Vet, the most beautiful Tribute I have heard! Thank you with all my Heart and Love!

[@ironhandadventures7860]

I agree. I told my son's to play this at my funeral. U.S.A.F Veteran

[@carries1412]

Came to hear this version of her playing as I saw her play when she was much younger. Both are equally beautiful and she has grown into a beautiful young lady.

[@bcwest56]

The real reason she plays so well is she feels the music. As any musician worth his salt should. Bravo young lady.

[@bobishere6527]

It's the only song she knows..... she started playing it publicly when she was only 13 years old.

[@gerritgerritsen9894]

@@bobishere6527 So you see: quality is so much better then quantity....

[@oliviawutam]

I agree with you

[@yoidoretennshi777]

The Italian great trumpeter Nini Rosso must be very happy to listen to her playing this masterpiece so magnificently...

[@ivoghigliagelasivo]

Rosso era un uomo

[@joanneloesner1264]

I have heard this by others but Melissa's interpretation is the best. It goes right to my soul Just beautiful.

[@ericmoore5679]

How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore

[@davideaton9965]

Melissa, you did a beautiful job, I used to shed tears when I heard taps,but this made me very teary eyed.Thank you for your beautiful music.

[@todiritadochia6115]

BRAVA

[@paddycraig6624]

A lovely mixture of Taps and The Last Post. I cannot help but be moved to tears everytime I hear it. Thank you.

[@godzillasdad]

What an awesome girl !! She also makes sure that everyone can see and hear her equally, --- great stuff.

[@raystewart6524]

As an old veteran of 25 years service...boy to man...everytime I hear this..and the Last Post.. I cry unashamedly...just because..

[@Pascalsmit1971]

I have played the trumpet myself since 1981 and also Il Silenzio. It's one of the most delicate pieces there are on trumpet and besides that I used to play this solo myself in my former band, I've heard it being played literally hundreds of times by hundreds of players. But never, never like Melissa. There's only one possible definition for this, and that is: perfection. Absolute sheer perfection. Technically and emotionally. There is just one person that can bring tears to my eyes with this piece...and that's Melissa Venema. BRAVA!!!

[@helencotterill-clark4927]

Very well played Melissa this is the be all & end all of this tune in my mind anyway.

[@CarsIhaveDriven]

This is amazing, I lost my father recently and listening to this reminds me of him with wet eyes.....

[@evelynecollin1914]

Et voici Melissa Venema à 17 ans jouant Il Silenzio. Elle a un don vraiment exceptionnel. C'est magnifique ! . Merci pour cette très belle musique.

[@CarlKrantz]

May the beauty of this moment reach the ears of those we left behind ... Amen ...

[@timmorgan8450]

This. Sound. Track is. Dedicated to. Those. Who. Dyed. In. War. This. Beautiful. Young. Lady. Has. Summed. It. Up. So. Well. And. Handle's. The. Trumpet. With. Such. Passion. Keep up the great work Dj. Andy

[@anitamarijnissen9700]

Geweldig!! Ik hoorde het voor het eerst van mij zoon..hij is helaas 11juli 2022 overleden ...maar hij was al heel lang fan van haar..en terecht!!!!

[@susanmckee7878]

Still so tender, five years later here, Melissa captures the moment of great music again. Bravo, young lady.

[@theofficialblackdog4775]

Bravo is for men, it means: good, well done; for women is brava (same meaning obviously)

[@ericmoore5679]

How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore

[@thisissoeasy]

Best overall performance I have EVER heard... The whole orchestra is just top of the range.... Thank you!

[@LebronJames___]

If this is the best one you have heard it will change if you go watch Alison balsoms performance

[@glenadymond7202]

@Firsthgyhgyhuy Lastujhujhuj she plays it soulful which gives it the beautiful haunting sound.

[@baronvonraymondcharles-ste2315]

You young lady are absolutely amazing , their are so many beautiful versions of this. I have the Nini Rosso version in my playlist although your version is softened by other beautiful instruments you really are a master at work, you brought a tear to this big tattooed lumps eye .

[@julianakarna8507]

Absolutely beautiful. Alhamdulilah Aamin

[@robertveter7291]

Ik heb il silenzio van jou nu 101 keer afgespeeld en nog steeds,elke keer weer zit ik te snotteren,wat kun jij dit onzettend goed spelen,mijn complimenten,jij bent voor mij de muziekant van de eeuw!! ❤🔥❤

[@Giovanna_blu]

Solo un' ARTISTA così può suonare in modo tale ,che nel TEATRO c'è un silenzio assordante, tutti concentrati sulla musica.L' ORCHESTRA è fondamentale mentre accompagna,il suono della tromba dandole maggior risalto.NEL FINALE è tutto UN APPLAUDIRE per i risultati ottenuti.QUESTA È MUSICA ,ma anche un ricordo.GRANDI .

[@tarmonkeyenginecollection6152]

Indeed one of the most beautiful and moving pieces of music I've ever heard.

[@leticiagarcia1619]

I’m eleven and I play better

[@leticiagarcia1619]

I keep my mouth piece in the middle

[@thecrazygamer544]

@@leticiagarcia1619 go comment somewhere else idiot she played beautifully

[@allybirks]

ok boomer

[@robertomoccia8305]

@@leticiagarcia1619 do not be so cocky and stuck up--- keep learning.. there is always an edge to pass

[@jayatissa6028]

I have heard from many artists and all of them are pretty good.Sincerely speaking I think hers the best.Its okay if you don't agree with me.

[@alsmith5855]

As a former sailor, I cry every time remembering my fallen shipmates. Fair winds and following seas to you my brothers.

[@mtnviper1963]

Al Smith first, I want to thank you for your service, sir. I was curious, is this played exclusively at Navy funerals or is it customary for all branches?

[@VonDutch68]

Bravo Zulu Melissa !

[@charliegilroy8434]

@@mtnviper1963 not Al Smith but e34 years total service. Taps written in 1863 or 64 by General Butterfield(I think that’s the name), for his son who was killed at one of the Virginia battles.

[@Deno__Deno]

Absolutely stunning, i'm speechless, and this was nearly ten years ago... Who knows how much better Melissa is now if that is possible... Love the song, Love Melissa playing it even more...

[@maryashworth2963]

This piece of music has such tenderness. The melody moves me so much. I cry every time i hear it.

[@brianwatson9359]

me to and im 69

[@ulfmarcusson6449]

​​​@@brianwatson9359I am 81. I hade them to piay it whith Melissa as the last when I gone.

[@Kirkee7]

Why would anyone give this moving piece played so well , a thumbs down ??

[@davidwaller2179]

According to Norwegian legend trolls have only inverted thumbs.

[@jorgemartin5093]

Because they dont have the money to buy a trumpet. They only play a birthday plastic whisle.

[@domdegood5376]

Because its an Italian tune.

[@szehockchao8641]

Dear Melissa, how much you've grown since I last saw you on Andre Rieu show. You're just awesome. Keep it up girl and God Bless.

[@ernestbuhler6479]

Melissa God bless you, you rise me up 😊

[@pdalia]

Simply beautiful, never heard such fine tune even in my time in military college . Well done !

[@meineMusikschuleNet]

wow, das ist ja einfach nur traumhaft gespielt. Wenn ich sowas höhre, dann bekomme ich Gänsehaut :-)

[@sallwhite5708]

Hi 👋and 👋and a thank for your time and thanks for coming round 😊and thanks again 😀

[@echovarde]

Outstanding... one of the greatest at such an early age... looks at all of the KZbin hits to see how she has matured over the years.... :)

[@d.araujo3335]

Yes,and She became more and more beautiful as well, more talented...

[@vitahealth.2372]

Jerry Aschermann Louis Armstrong hit the stage at similar age.

[@ronaldwilliams3531]

This young artist could accompany the choirs of angels

[@pingfu9231]

Mika tan

[@philoliver3309]

She already has. They always hear her

[@ebutuoyebutouy]

She herself is an Angel. We r blessed to hear her.

[@oldbiker63]

gives me chills, what a haunting good tune. what an artist she is. thank you young lady.

[@cliffordbuttle4529]

Agree

[@sybilleneumann7602]

Wunderschönes Lied , Ich liebe es als ich schon ein kleines Kind war ❤toll gespielt Vielen Dank dafür 👍💐❤

[@richardhughes7868]

I. To have played this many many times by different artists 👏👏 by far you have taken us all to a very emotional tearful place. You play with such emotion Melissa 👏👏👏👏👏❤️

[@asterst2001]

At the army camp before falling to sleep at night, years ago. These music was giving power to face all that time

[@robertlstockett7105]

Malissa, thank you for sharing your beautiful music. I has helped me to get through the past 10 days.

[@bertsheffield1659]

I have listened to this so many times. I have also compared to many others. A long time ago I could play this myself... but never to this degree of perfection. If you have never played a trumpet you will not understand just how good Melissa is! Brilliant is the minimal word. If only time could stand still so that we never had to lose the genius people in this world.

[@peternieuwenhuize8492]

As have I

[@markkeywood4370]

Not a phone or camera in sight, just listening and loving this young lady play the trumpet effortlessly, astonishingly brilliant ❤😂❤😂

[@conniefelan2031]

So beautiful and so emotional a piece. Goes thru your heart

[@hoszwaklaudiusz512]

Wir brauchen das Lied jetzt sofort weltweit 2024 es wird Zeit den Kopf einzuschalten und das Herz sprechen zu lassen 🙏😇👍😇👍😇👍😇👍🇩🇪

[@Antonpreis]

For me this is perfection, played expressively and with a delicacy that suits the mood of reverie. very talented young lady, is Melissa.

[@catherineporte9817]

Magnifique Merci Melissa pour ce moment intense et riche en émotions

[@benignocasu6085]

Grazie Melissa per questa esibizione. Questo è un motivo che resterà in eterno, il merito e indiscusso va all'indimenticabile Nini ROSSO. Benigno CASU

[@pamelaireson3055]

Listened to a few different versions of this lovely Il Silenzio piece of music and Venema is by far the best well done Bravo!! i am learning this myself and boy its not easy to get such a lovely tone as she does

[@joejackson3668]

What a masterpiece , she`s plays the trumpet like an angel.

[@dirceutexeira4899]

Uma notável interpretação de mestre,da garota Melissa Venema. Parabéns pelo acompanhamento da Orquestra, ficou emocionante, e fez me lembrar do jovem soldado que lutou contra o seu pai, que era Capitão, mas estava do outro lado. Coisas do destino, mas mesmo assim esse jovem deixou a letra do Silêncio, hoje conhecida e tocada no mundo, como hino universal.

[@barbosa5.094]

Essa estória é verídica ?

[@romariorodriguescaetano425]

@@barbosa5.094 sim Barbosa,verdade dos fatos,que a paz do senhor esteja com você e sua família

[@juliodagand840]

So perfectly and beautifully interpretated

[@BrianWMay]

Absolutely beautiful, thank you.

[@simonearena2274]

Ogni volta che ascolto questo inciso non riesco a trattenere le lacrime. Meravigliosa performance !!!!

[@robertshand1944]

Absolute perfection - music across the Cosmos for sure...... Thank you Melissa Venema...

[@emils7749]

As Italian I would like to say MANY THANKS to all who gave their lives for FREEDOM, in the past, in the present and in the future. FREEDOM!

[@mikerwin]

Over the top, beautiful music, beautiful performance

[@mariehammond934]

This tears me up everytime I hear this.

[@pathnasc3306]

Lindo demais, sou do Brasil, essa música tocou no velório da minha mãe, me lembro com profunda tristeza....mas foi uma linda homenagem, com um músico que tocou muito bem também. Parabéns vc toca com a alma.🌹

[@patriciarodriguess]

Essa música é de honraria militar

[@CarlosMesa-mk1vp]

​@@patriciarodriguessyes " y x analizar el sonido de un instrumento tocado x el instrumentalista igual analizo los sonidos x que el sonido del silencio no estan silencioso att " the charly"???

[@laurentlassen7812]

Absolutely magnificent and music to the soul!

[@marywohletz5570]

Mellisa, You are wonderful! You have a wonderful talent, THANK YOU!

[@seanlong6578]

The movie The Sniper directed by Clint Eastwood used that music to close out the ending. 😢😢

[@SandraCat22]

I hate to break it to you but Clint Eastwood did NOT direct the movie “The Sniper”. Clint Eastwood directed the movie called “American Sniper” released in 2014… The movie “The Sniper” was released in 1952 and was directed by Edward Dmytryk. Learn to get your movie facts straight before you write them because you were utterly and totally wrong, lame-o

[@flight05713]

Lighten up, you miserable asswipe!​@@SandraCat22

[@SardonicDog]

It is a testiment to GOD that something this beautiful can play something this beautiful and that somone as lowly as me can recongnize the beauty.

[@dgatley1]

Played this at my son’s funeral. Stunning x R.I.P Jordan 10/11/97 - 10/06/22

[@mariaaddolorata6825]

Ca fait 40 ans que je joue 🎺 le silenzio et jamais je ne m en lasserai ! Elle le joue très bien 👏🎶👍

[@janesanders3330]

Bien dit!

[@pbgt755]

J'en ai des frissons. Elle a une parfaite maîtrise de cet instrument..

[@ericmoore5679]

How are you doing today my name is Eric Moore

[@LarryCyr-c5o]

Amazing such talent, what a beautiful song, the song brings such peace to the soul when see plays.

[@Antonpreis]

Some trumpeters produce vile sounds from the instrument, Melissa is at the other end of the scale, and I can listen to this and other of her pieces over and over; that's real talent, consistently of a very high standard. The only puzzlement is why 4% of the people who comment don't like hearing this, a reflective musical item played so exquisitely,,,, with the added bonus of Melissa being somewhat gorgeous herself ! Maybe those 4% prefer rap.? Who knows.

[@RACCATTApalle91804]

It was written in 1965 by trumpet player Nini Rosso and Guglielmo Brezza,------ITALIAN MUSIC IS THE MAXIMUM ....... AND ALL OTHERS TO COPY!!

[@SorrySuckYou]

I think the correct answer is who 'cares'. Who cares what the 4% like. Who cares that those 4% even exist. Why even acknowledge them.

[@simonruskauff7077]

How can you not love this? Why listne in the 1st place if you not like this sort of music? I play a bit of trumpet and in compare with her I'm nothing.

[@jaypee6061]

4% Gaylords.........

[@WillemPSNRPost]

She had me in tears from the moment I started listening to Her interpretation of this beautiful journey and piece of magic ❤❤❤

[@elkeradtke3427]

Ich kann es immer wieder hören und bekommen immer wieder gänsehaut,weil es so schön ist !

[@grokranfan8578]

Ich bekomme jedesmal Tränen in den Augen.

[@Smitty-hr2mg]

Tone is so pure it gave me chills.

[@ValiChristos61]

O interpretare de excepție...! Felicitări & respect, ție și BAND-ULUI...!

[@aldo1conn]

I saw her perform this a few years ago and still moves me, absolutely beautiful

[@scottwalker2003]

That's a cracking tune, my father tried to explain it before he passed. He said it sounds like the last post. I'm glad I finally found it.i recognise it now from the film anerican sniper

[@laurabalm2350]

Awww I'm so glad you found it

[@Stuart68505]

So beautiful in tones and strong peaceful melody. Thank you

[@fiorellaloiacono4343]

Hai suonato.....un bellissimo silenzio.....Bravissima.......complimenti.....sei n.1...👍💐💐💐

[@krishchauhan961]

This is so emotional to hear this ...love from India

[@tommyau2006]

beautifully done Melissa.................brilliant

[@bobshaw4063]

Bravo ! .Bravo ! Melissa Venema you played that like a professional musician . I wish you a bright & successful future as a professional musician . Bellisimo !

[@Swede_4_More_Years]

Greetings from Sweden! As an active duty Army Paratrooper this is very emotional, always is...

[@clauberclaudiogomes7519]

Belíssima. Me sinto nas nuvens quando ouço alguém tocar, na minha pré juventude queria ter aprendido a tocarr mas não consegui. Mas agradeço a Deus 🙏🙏 por estar ouvindo aos que tocam e maravilhosamente bem.

[@donnaauta2090]

Nossa! Esse arranjo é maravilhoso! Que linda Melissa! 😘

[@jamesfraser7297]

Melissa is one of my favourit instrumental soloists!

[@stefangabor5985]

Such a master piece; many have tried few have been able to do it without any faults.

[@leslie50493]

this was at my best friends funeral a year an a half ago. it was haunting and beautiful

[@MegaROBSON08]

Parabéns! É tudo o que sei dizer nesse momento, enquanto as lágrimas rolam por minha face. Congratulations! That's all I can say right now as tears roll down my face.

Bravo Melissa Venema ! Ta trompette pleure toujours ses larmes cristallines sur mon cœur mélancolique .

[@angelesmedina9760]

Que bello el sonido de la trompeta cuánta dulzura le das al instrumento inspirado en algo mágico que llega a lo más profundo del corazón y conmueve el alma. Abrazos Melissa desde Argentina 🇦🇷🇦🇷🇦🇷. Dios te bendiga muchísimo. Algún día no pierdo las esperanzas de estar en tu concierto.....

[@Phlegmwahn]

Melissa has made this tune her own. She plays with strength and conviction yet such delicacy.

[@reginaluziadossantosmartin3402]

Lindo demais adorei acalma a alma e o espírito, Deus abençoe vcs ❤️💙💛🎵🎺🎤