Peter and the Wolf | Sergei Prokofiev, arr. Wind Quintet

This performance was created through Yale School of Music's chamber program during the 2020 fall semester. Due to COVID pandemic restrictions on in-person playing for wind instruments, this project is extra unique: all audio and video was recorded remotely, and as a newly formed group, we never had the chance to play together, or even meet in-person.
We hope you enjoy this special performance!
Performers:
Danielle Maeng, flute (Instagram: / daniandtheflute )
Elise Conti, oboe (Instagram: / eliseconti )
Nikki Pet, clarinet (Instagram: / clari.pet )
Olivia Martinez, horn (Instagram: / oliviamartinez23 , KZbin: / @oliviamartinez1608 )
Katia Osorio, bassoon (Instagram: / _k_celeste , Website: katiaosorio.com/)
Russell Fisher, percussion
John Horzen, narrator (Instagram: / johnhorzen , Website: www.johnhorzen.com/)
Coached by Ransom Wilson, Yale School of Music Professor of Flute
Produced and animated by Nikki Pet
Audio Engineering by Matt LeFevre, Ben Schwartz, and Nikki Pet
Music composed by Sergei Prokofiev, arranged by Earl North
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I have also received several requests for blank coloring sheets for kids to supplement their viewing experience--they are now available to download for anyone who is interested! Purchase link: www.claripet.com/shop/p/peter...

[@claripet]

I've received several requests for blank coloring sheets for kids to supplement their viewing experience--they are now available to download for anyone who is interested! Purchase link: www.claripet.com/shop/p/peter-and-the-wolf-coloring-sheets

[@poncethegayboi]

Frank Zappa. A Christmas story. And this. Go hand in hand

[@poncethegayboi]

Scut farcus. He had yellow eyes. Yellow eyes. Frank Zappa has a song called billy the mountain based off this composition

[@nyetika]

🕶🕶🕶

[@philizahmoraemurallon6504]

My life is now all about peter and the wolf this year

[@helenroach4634]

Wonderful ❤❤

[@halforaker]

I am 88 years old and remember in the Third Grade in Wichita, Kansas, we were taken by bus to the East High School Auditorium for an orchestral performance that included Peter And The Wolf. I was enchanted, and had a crush on the Harpist, who was positioned on the left side of the orchestra near where I was sitting - beautiful lady with a big smile for us children. That must have been in 1945. I have such fond memories of that day and have remembered the experience as one of the most memorable of my childhood. Today I have a wonderful relationship with classical music, and I introduce children to Peter And The Wolf whenever possible.

[@jamesandrews8698]

damn if this was 45 you are quite seasoned haha, thank you and keep on listening..

[@anastasiabeaverhausen2647]

That's wonderful. I have similar memories. Winter must be cold for those with no warm memories.

[@luzmilatorrellas1489]

I am 67 years old and when I was a girl in the 1960s , my Dad introduced me to “Peter and the Wolf” to teach me about musical instruments and how they sound. He even took me to a concert of “Peter and the Wolf”. That is a beautiful memory with my Dad of my childhood. Now, I introduced “Peter and the Wolf” to my 3 years old grandson , he recognizes the music.

[@debbiewright7564]

Me too!!

[@marianlincoln9008]

MY Mom had played the alto clarinet in her high-school, she could also play a saxophone the piano and drums... Me I tried to learn how to play a guitar when I was in my 20s... I only got as far as the G string when my co worker was put on a shift so he couldn't teach me any more... It was my mother who introduced me to classucal music ..My DAD and Uncles Jazz, Rock and Country...

[@cupthegachachip3161]

Peter and the wolf scares me when i was a kid lol! So much memories..

[@KateLate____]

Yes, I was terrified! I would call my mum in to be with me during the scary parts!!

[@belizeandreefstudios4912]

Yea, I heard the wolf leitmotif the other day somewhere, and it reminded me of a distant (and scary) childhood memory, so I had to look this up.

[@John-ed2wj]

This is one of those stories from being a kid that has enchanted me my whole life. It's magical

[@gowest4500]

Agreed!! 100%

[@Kiarinadia]

And what an adorable version we have here with just wind instruments !!! Even Peter's strings theme sound perfect ! Suggestive painted animals so artistic.

[@carolinebarley]

How does this not have more views??? If you're the type of parent that sticks their kid in front of cocomelon for an hour, this might not be something you seek out. But if your kid watches swan lake and the nutcracker, book read alouds, and old jazz videos, this is so perfect. The adorable simple animation, seeing each instrument represent a character so clearly... in case you wanted to know how high I was on my horse over here.

[@claripet]

thanks so much!

[@katiemurphy3601]

I was looking for Peter and the wolf for my first grader and I was not disappointed! It was so well done and great introduction to music with a story. I refuse to show them cocomelon. 😆

[@carolinebarley]

@@katiemurphy3601 amazon prime has the royal ballet nutcracker which is by far the best version. They show the orchestra a lot and and dancing is great. I think its $10. We had it on in the background for hours during Christmas and it was so nice!

[@ShonTolliverMusic]

As an active and new stay at home/work from home dad, this is my favorite high horse to be on.

[@gowest4500]

Remember the times I would take my nap in front of the beautiful faux combo TV/STEREO!! TO THIS DAY, I'M NOW 60YO I cherish this memory..... and thanks mom.

[@susanstone4587]

I'm 71 years old & really enjoyed this very much. I loved the illustrations also. I was looking for my childhood favorite & just can't find it.

[@klomax7089]

And just like that I’m 4 yrs old back in 1970, in pre-school, listening to this during nap time. I can remember being so captivated listening to how the instruments sounded like the animals. ☺️

[@ckbpleas1971]

Took word right out of my mouth. For some reason this just came in my head at work

[@koobuck]

Same here!

[@koobuck]

Random personal observation:And now over 50 years later I can say all the animal names in Russian

[@sprig5173]

I found the record for $5 last weekend.

[@sgste]

My one year old dos not sit still... unless she's watching your fantastic rendition of Peter and the Wolf. Her favourite part is the bird, and she never hesitates to wave at it whenever it's flying about and "singing". Thank you for this amazing gift of music and animation that we can share together early in the morning while mum still sleeps!

[@claripet]

Thank you so much!

[@lauriesearle2596]

This is one of the best (and most creative) performances of this difficult piece I've heard and seen. The ensemble is extremely talented, and I have no idea of how they pulled this off performing remotely. Loved the narrator too. But OMG the animations. . . Nikki Pet is one talented person. So, so creative. Thank you so much for sharing your talents.

[@claripet]

thank you so much!!

[@matthewlutz3912]

This was so good, throwback to elementary school I listened to Peter and the Wolf and I just knew I had to play oboe for the rest of my life.

[@davidshifrin4566]

I'm so proud of the students and my colleagues at Yale and impressed with how creatively everyone has adapted to this difficult year. Clarinetist Nikki Pet is the editor, sound engineer and animator, with guidance from Matt Lefevre, the Media Production Manager at the Yale School of Music. The musicians and narrator did a wonderful job coached by Ransom Wilson.

[@claripet]

Thank you Mr. Shifrin!!

[@hondowan1]

Why is your Commont so big

[@jojofc88]

I remember watching this on VHS when I was in school aged about 5. I was transfixed! This was my introduction to classical music. I’m 35 now and I play piano, go to the opera and today I was learning Paganini’s 24th Caprice 💙

[@JacklinTerry-Lathan]

I remember this when I was five, I fell in love, I equated instruments and characters when I heard instrumental songs. I’m so great-full for my music/choir teacher’s introducing me to this beautiful world of instruments and all genres of music appreciation, that’s been over 15 years ago. Thank you for sharing your magic ❤️

[@Tabby09]

Me and my kids loved this! We studied this for our music lesson since we homeschool.

[@iermanicus5244]

Just discovered this jewelry you have made not only musically relevant but the animation is amazing, so warm and childish so lovely congratulations to you all!

[@stephenking8505]

I had a cassette tape of this when I was a child. It took me to a magical world as a child and to this day its still beautiful to listen to. Thanks for sharing 🙏

[@aziza8313]

Thank you for this beautiful and mesmerising masterpiece..I used to hear it as a child ...without animation at the time...and I have never forgotten it. I'm so happy to find it here, so beautifully rendered. I watched it now with my 5-year-old daughter who absolutely loved it

[@juliewhalen4196]

This is fantastic!! My 4th graders will attend a live performance of PATW in Feb 2023 and I was looking for a fresh take on the score and absolutely LOVE the instrumental visuals and the updated look. Thank you!!!!!

[@dorissdaughter]

My two year old and I listened to this version in the car for several weeks before watching the video. We immediately fell in love. The musical performance and narration are that strong and compelling. Then we watched the video and it became obvious this is the best version I’ve found. The animation provides just the right amount of movement and color but allows/encourages the child to complete the pictures in their mind instead of just zoning out. A masterpiece of music presented with the respect it deserves. Bravo.

[@ejenkins8263]

Through many years teaching early childhood, I have helped to inspire children to appreciate musical interpretation using this work. Finally, I have the ideal resource for future lessons thanks to this performance that beautifully combines all of the elements that lend themselves to the child's imagination! Bravo!!!

[@claripet]

thank you so much!

[@lanamays1522]

This was perfect as a culmination lesson! Perfect length and I loved that my 1st grade students could see each instrument being played next to the character. Bravo!

[@jbonesrva9679]

I absolutely adore this. Thank you for recording and uploading it!

[@Shivaastoopy]

I am in 3rd grade and my teacher showed us this video,my favorite was the wolf! you guys are very talented,it's really good👍

[@danieltx7066]

Believe it or not, I found this performance while taking a class on beat-making by ill.Gates. In my 50 years, I don’t think I’d heard the story. A very good lesson in sounds/instruments as characters in a narrative. This particular one has great performances all around, and wonderful animation! Kind of a 1970s Charles Shultz vibe. Loved it!

[@obbiepet1036]

Little Nikki and the quintet knocked it out of the park!

[@claripet]

>:)

[@nj_sunnyside]

My little brother came home from first grade and begged me to play this video for him! Amazing work!

[@garyjacobs4641]

Give all credit for a wonderful performance. The clarinetist gives a light touch and expression in that instruments lower registers that very often come across as the heavy fog horn. May all have bright futures!

[@claripet]

thank you!!

[@idamartin859]

This is so wonderful. I have a 4 year old daughter, and she can't stop listening to it. Now she'll sing one of the lines and ask me which character it is. Congratulations to you all on pulling this together so beautifully, especially during the pandemic.

[@claripet]

Thank you so much!

[@lynnplote6836]

This is great! I was looking/hoping for a new version to show my students this year and this will be the one! Thank you! :)

[@denisefreitas6727]

I love Peter and the Wolf and absolutely loved your performance and the video animation! Simply amazing! 💖

[@claripet]

Thanks so much!

[@ixeqh]

SO many childhood memories.

[@preschoolshoes]

Wonderful how the incredible musicians were combined with the beautiful artwork to show both the music and story visually! Wow, the duck in the gastric juices!

[@matthewmillar488]

I'm so glad to be able to listen to this.i am waiting for surgery now and it's very calming.

[@MizzAnto123]

This was my favorite as a kid and I love when it pops back on my head ❤

[@thesilentone1102]

This brings back so many memories from my childhood! Amazing job! Can we also just talk about how beautiful that clarinet player is.

[@AnaxErik4ever]

I'm so sad these five amazing musicians never got the chance to play in person together. This project is wonderfully put together from video recordings, colored illustrations, and the narrator's "black and white silent movies" narration slides.

[@michaelpiraneo1115]

New Haven Public School Music Teacher Here- thanks for the great video!

[@geust6923]

In Brooklyn, NY summer camp we listened to Peter and the Wolf on the phonograph. We also watched the red balloon

[@MafiaLina]

I grew up listening to this, one of my favorite childhood memories. What a great rendition!

[@k79387]

amazed and delighted!!! what an excellent performance!!

[@claripet]

thank you :)))

[@amaosei-assibey8902]

Phenomenal performance. This was extraordinary. Nikki you are truly a great producer and performer and have always been from a very young age. I was truly amazed by this beautiful piece of work. Proud of you and wish you. Looking forward to more. 😘

[@claripet]

thanks Ama!! so glad you liked it :) miss you and hope you and you're family are doing well ❤️

[@tracyadams2617]

Well, this is just amazing. Every year, after we get back from winter break, we do P&W in second grade. I just love this rendition. You are all so talented! Thanks for this resource!

[@claripet]

Thanks so much! Glad you enjoyed 😊😊

[@bellatincher7240]

woooow fantastic! so worth the wait!!

[@claripet]

thank youu

[@markroberts528]

They used to sit us down at primary school to listen to this all sat on the floor before "home time". 1970

[@wildcherry0420]

I absolutely love this adaptation of this piece. ❤️

[@MrTobyTG]

The music is just magical , takes me back to being a child . My grandad bought me the album ❤️

[@teresak1177]

Beautiful!

[@FredFeldon]

BRAVO! To Yale's Chamber group for their version of Prokofiev's story and music. I had my doubts, big doubts. How could this piece be performed without strings?? But I was quickly and easily assured of authenticity and so impressed. I can't wait to share this video with my 2 1/2 yr old grandaughter! Thank you so much, one and all!

[@FlorenceGibson-gj1em]

Beautifully done!!

[@giovanniferrara6282]

Love it💙

[@jonathanalcover1539]

Outstanding work. absolute beauty

[@rasensis]

I'm playing this for my baby in the womb right now 🥰 let's get those synapses firing!

[@carolynking4828]

A truly beautiful and absolutely spectacular arrangement of this amazing piece!! Beautifully played by you all!! I love listening to woodwind which is my favourite part of the orchestra. I play flute, oboe, soprano and alto saxophone and a little clarinet, and it really has been a joy for me to watch and listen to this arrangement of "Peter and the Wolf"!! I'm especially enjoying playing my oboe at the moment, which is a fairly new thing as I took it up just over a year ago on my birthday!! I would love to find the sheet music for the oboe part of Peter and the Wolf, I would love to learn it, so I will be having a good hunt to see if I can find it anywhere. God bless you all fabulous musicians!! Pure class and talent all round. XXX🤩

[@joaquimantonioalbanofereir8081]

Great performance! thanks for posting! congratulations to all students and participants in this project.

[@claripet]

Thank you!!

[@necramirez]

Beautiful absolutely beautiful!😊😊😊

[@claripet]

thanks so much!

[@VakarianArt]

such good memories of music class. Well done!

[@annemariehenson2746]

This is amazing!

[@kellychristopher-dv5kb]

Beautiful story with instruments!❤

[@Felipe020698]

Congratulations! This video is amazing!

[@bradleykoperski7198]

Part of the "we have a substitute music teacher" starter pack

[@Walter-mg6mf]

I cried wolf 🐺. One time to many Dad made me listen to this wow

[@justodelacuevarubio1368]

Thank you very much for this great performance. My 3-year-old daughter and I have enjoyed it very much. The ilustrations and narrator are the perfect match for the music, indeed.

[@charlotteraynor8788]

This is just amazing, thank you so much. So sorry you couldn't perform it all together in the same place due to the pandemic. Its a brilliant performance, thank you.

[@xAuroraMist]

This is amazing! Beautiful animations ❤️

[@claripet]

thanksssss :)))))

[@ComputingUnit4668]

I remember watching/listening to this in elementary's mandatory band class.

[@gayani4430]

It's so well presented and sweet 😄

[@boumediene1979]

Gooooooooode🎉🎉❤❤❤😮😊😊😊

[@5183carmen]

Bravo! Great job!! 👏👏👏

[@claripet]

thank you!!

[@Mdt_01]

Nice creation...great work

[@VioletMidnightProductions]

How cute is this!!

[@hutaosimp2639]

Damn, this is fire🔥

[@katiadallago9763]

Love

[@katiadallago9763]

Love

[@YazzMusicOfficial]

This is really good

[@audreygillham8384]

So clever😊

[@debbiefoersch5276]

This was fantastic to listen to and to watch.

[@claripet]

thank you!!

[@oliviamartinez1608]

Thank you so much!! 💜

[@steinberg3255]

This is GREAT

[@suev3339]

Excellently performed and animation so child friendly. Missed the strings but a beautiful rendition. Thank you.

[@MimreTV]

This is great, I love it!!! Wonderful performance everyone :)

[@claripet]

Thank you so much!!

[@amyhur2909]

Amazing😍❤️

[@claripet]

Thanks Amy ♥️♥️♥️

[@michaeldowzycki987]

Amazing performance!!!!!

[@claripet]

thank you!

[@twigwigsoso]

I saw a performance like this as a kid it was a great! thanks for making this, stoners paradise

[@OgoneShadrackJuniorMangate]

soo nice

[@andrewprzybyla8871]

This is really cool!

[@claripet]

Thank you so much!

[@VOOoter000]

In general, the top laptop for a very long time, I'm already old, are you

[@jarosawkieczynski776]

Rewelacja🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩🤩

[@fromkazan]

Wow, very good presentation.

[@claripet]

thank you very much!

[@hondowan1]

I have Watch this in my Music class

[@rebeccahoffman4249]

So lovely! Both visually and musically. Any chance you guys have a link to the art blankly that our kids could color or paint while listening?

[@jieli4036]

Omg this so slay

[@fredyrodriguez8881]

Even though Disney just animated it (and changed it a little) I still remember the names for the animals, Ivan the cat, Sonya the duck, and Sasha the little bird

[@glethal85]

Hey this is pretty goddamn awesome!

[@glethal85]

The text message sound from blade runner 2049 brought me here

[@uwefehlhaber3038]

♥️

[@bradz9413]

Awesome

[@claripet]

thanks!

[@zwhite21]

Thanks!

[@claripet]

Thank you ☺️

[@quazillionaire]

But what happened to the duck?!?!?!?

[@giovanniferrara6282]

I like Peter and the wolf

[@sf-brightredgaming5774]

I watched the Peter and the wolf play when I was in kindergarten can’t believe I found it

[@NenixN]

My teacher is teaching me thjs at school and this helped me alot! Also cna you add a hunters sound full?

[@churchhymnsandpsalms]

This is an excellent production! Thank you! I don't know if this is possible, but if you could re-edit the illustrated end to show the wolf spitting out the duck, alive, it would really help with kindergarten classes. They are usually the most scared of the wolf and one way I help them to be less scared is to tell them he swallows the duck alive and then coughs him out in the end. Many productions show this. I understand if you can't, but it would really help with the littles.