ROSSINI - WILLIAM TELL OVERTURE - ORGAN OF ST. MICHEL, FRIBOURG, SWITZERLAND

Jonathan Scott performs William Tell Overture by Rossini at the organ of St. Michel, Fribourg, Switzerland.
Filmed during the 22nd Fribourg International Organ Festival September 2019.
Film & Sound by Tom Scott
For more information please visit: www.scottbrothersduo.com
THE ORGAN OF ÉGLISE DU COLLÈGE ST-MICHEL
1764 Construction of an organ by Bihler of Constance.
1827/28 Modifications by Aloys Mooser and Johann Haller.
1892/93, 1948 Interventions by E. Schaefer and Goll.
1954 The Council of State of Friborg decides that the organ of Hauterive Abbey
(built by A. Mooser in 1826, modified by J. Scherrer 1856, Spaich 1892 and 1908, Wolfgiusto 1912 and Kuhn 1931)
is dismantled and integrated into that of St-Michel College by Kuhn.
1997/98 Restoration by Kuhn.
COMPOSITION DE L’ORGUE
Positif (do1-sol5)
Principal 8’
Bourdon 8’
Gemshorn 8’
Principal 4’
Flûte 4’
Nasard 3’
Flageolet 2’
Mixture
Cromorne 8’
Tremblant
Pédale (do1-fa3)
Flûte 16’
Soubasse 16’
Octavebasse 8’
Flûte 8’
Gemshorn 8’
Flûte à cheminée 4’
Fourniture
Plein jeu
Bombarde 16’
Trompette 8’
Grand-Orgue (do1-sol5)
Montre 16’
Montre 8’
Flûte 8’
Prestant 4’
Flûte 4’
Gemshorn 4’
Doublette 2’
Mixture
Cymbale
Cornet - 5 rangs 8’
Basson 16’
Trompette 8’
Clairon 4’
Récit expressif (do1-sol5)
Bourdon 16’
Principal 8’
Flûte à cheminée 8’
Salicional 8’
Voix céleste 8’
Principal 4’
Flûte conique 4’
Cor de nuit 2’
Sifflet 1’
Plein jeu
Sesquialtera
Trompette 8’
Hautbois 8’
Tremblant
Accouplements : R/Pos., R/GO, Pos./GO.
Tirasses : R/Péd.aiguë, R/Péd., Pos./Péd., GO/Péd., R/R
grave, R/R unisson muet, R/R aiguë, Pos./Pos. grave, GO/
GO grave, GO/GO aiguë.
Crescendo Pedal. Electric Action.

[@karlbraun9564]

Section 1; Prelude/ Dawn 0:00-3:44 Section 2: Storm 3:44-6:36 Section 3: Ranz des vaches/Call To The Cows 6:36-9:28 Section 4: March of the Swiss Soldiers/Finale 9:28-13:02

[@TheHappyCooker68]

@pyrotechnic5254 Ah, say, ah say boy! LOL!

[@ilovehifi]

In my 62 years i heard a lot of organists. You are the best, a highest class artist.

[@WINCHANDLE]

nice reeds at the beginning of the "Lone Ranger" section. So much fun. Makes me laugh and cry and sob at the same time. Just what we need in these covid times.

[@bagoquarks]

Terrific performance. And it is a sign of great respect that you would travel to Switzerland to honor a legendary figure in its history. Well done.

[@thatsawrapstudios2674]

I'd rather he play it in texas

[@markhall7646]

The March of the Swiss Soldiers and Call to the Cows are two parts of this work that live and breathe wonderfully well on theatre organ. I have heard the Storm movement played on theatre organ as well, and it is breathtaking, with the thunder rolls and cymbal crashes! Glorious!

[@wilhelmradermacher8088]

I'm 67 years old....fantastic music....

[@williammitchell1864]

Pipe organs are so much fun to play! So many combinations of the stops that it's just endless fun!

[@marc49lewis]

It's regrettable that I cannot upvote this more than once. Outstanding, tasteful performance of a difficult work transcribed/arranged for organ. Well done!!

[@Rosecrus]

Absolutely!!

[@richardrodgers758]

I upvoted for you Marc. Done deal. Now ... logging on with my other Gmail account to vote for me!

[@ijmr2005]

A masterpiece played on a master instrument by a master musician, I don't understand why this deserves 44 dislikes, or for that fact, the performance dosent deserve any dislikes, so here's a like from me.

[@briancaldwell283]

Ian, I think some people have nothing to do but enter thumbs down on any site the hit!

[@cruller11]

It's not 3 minutes long. No one has the musical maturity to listen to good music anymore.

[@elizabethestes488]

Don’t forget the Lone Ranger soundtrack.

[@MarcioDeSouzagoldensax]

Certainly these dislikes are from people who don't like and don't understand anything about music, maybe they're even from people who listen to funk or anything like that.

[@edwardcarberry1095]

@@cruller11 Does anyone know why most ( popular ) music is that 3+ minutes long??? Was from Cliv Gilmore years ago.

[@1955ghurt]

My heart lept about half way through. This was far more familiar than I thought it would be. My eyescwelled with tears at the "Lone Ranger" section. Loved, loved, love this! Would love to attend a live concert.

[@curtchase3730]

Wow! A splendid job playing the role of a full symphony orchestra with ONE instrument! Incredible keyboard work!

[@abehambino]

The breeziest 13 minutes in music history! It just flows so well from section to section, immersing you in the music and scenery it invokes and before you know it, you given up a quarter of an hour that you can’t get back, but wouldn’t trade for anything! Beautiful rendition! 👍 👍

[@jennybarlow9080]

😁

[@jeremytravis360]

I remember going to the Fastnet festival in Fribourg when I was a young man. It was one of the best memories of my life. I wish I could go back.

[@hoekbrwr]

Again this is magnificent storytelling . So difficult to find the appropiate register. Jonathan is the master of this.

[@Offshoreorganbuilder]

I've watched this twice, now, and I *still* don't believe it's possible. Many thanks.

[@josefpalenberg8151]

Wenn Jonathan spielt, braucht die Orgel viel Kraft - einfach himmlisch-!

[@richardclay]

This piece has been a favorite of mine since 3rd-grade when I made the connection between the TV show and the classical piece. THIS is one of the best performances I've seen om KZbin.

[@MateusGedoz]

Wonderful! Rossini is smiling from paradise there for you!

[@rebccalay1299]

As someone who’s never actually listned to the full overture, thank you. Don’t think I’ll be able to it after this.

[@renfredclowes4297]

Their aren't many who match your talent and artistry, Jonathan.

[@arifakyuz7673]

The organ is one amazing instrument, and Jonathan Scott is one amazing organist!

[@mikegross6107]

I loved it and even more after this version!

[@JoseSilveira-newhandleforYT]

Impressive performance on a piece I would never imagine someone could successfully transcribe to pipe organ! Bravo Mr. Jonathan Scott!

[@CraigRodmellMusic]

Whew! That looked fiendish to play! And what a hand-tangle the slower section looked, too, with two hands playing three manuals!

[@pjclutterbuck230473]

Whew! Amazing dexterity and footwork, unbelievably energetic performance that would have exhausted many an organist. This is the kind of playing we should all aspire to if we are able.

[@scottnyc6572]

The scenes and sounds paints a remarkable picture as the masterpiece unfolds into a tapestry...

[@richardrodgers758]

I am an Army vet ... now a teacher in Japan, 63 years old, and stuck in a house because of the COVID-19 pandemic. This LITERALLY moved me and my wife to tears! Bravo Mr. Scott! Bravo! My applause is from half way around the world!

[@timothysobina6777]

Thank you for your service Sir! And yes, Mr. Scott is truly an amazing organist! Can't say enough!

[@WINCHANDLE]

...and CHILLS down my back!

[@johnroutledge7317]

I sit in awe, and I am absolutely gobsmacked at the magnificent talent of johnathon scott. John R. Melbourne Australia.

[@duckling4393]

Wow...amazing!

[@BrittonJOrwin]

I saw this in my notifications and I got excited!! Well done, Mr. Scott! I like how he handled it on an Organ whose manuals consist of only 56 notes! Also, that ending was SPECTACULAR!!! I LOVE it when the Organist adds the extra oomph to the final chord(s)! Keep up the amazing work and please keep those Organ performances coming!!

[@BrittonJOrwin]

Exactly. I’ve never been disappointed by these videos

[@yelsmlaugh]

I was in music class in high school. The teacher put an LP on his record player and told the class to put a hand up as soon as they recognized it. A couple of hands went up almost immediately. I got a funny feeling when we got to the staccato part, but the melody that started right after that got my hand up and several others too. The rest of the class followed suit when the Lone Ranger theme started. Now I am 77 my eyes don't stay dry for long. It's wonderful on the organ. Ich war im Musikunterricht in der High School. Der Lehrer legte eine LP auf seinen Plattenspieler und forderte die Klasse auf, eine Hand hochzulegen, sobald sie sie erkannten. Ein paar Hände gingen fast sofort hoch. Ich hatte ein komisches Gefühl, als wir zum Staccato kamen, aber die Melodie, die gleich danach begann, hob meine Hand und einige andere. Der Rest der Klasse folgte dem Beispiel, als das Thema Lone Ranger begann. Jetzt bin ich 77 und meine Augen bleiben nicht lange trocken. Es ist wunderbar auf der Orgel. Translated with the help of Google Translate.

[@danpanderson]

My spine is chilled to absolute zero! Beautiful, beautiful, beautiful! Bravo!

[@karlbraun9564]

An absolute brilliant composition. Rossini lulls you to sleep with Ranz des vaches/Call To The Cows section, then shakes you awake with the March of the Swiss Soldiers/Finale section.

[@matthewschatkowski4887]

Incredible! I'm blown away!

[@hawkeye454]

Me too! Such an amazing sound.

[@caseyflorida]

Me too. Just wow! I'm speechless.

[@marinarhettsturgill6085]

Beautiful, what can I say!!

[@garfixit]

👏 🙀 😮 😲 😯 👏 amazing i love the reed pipes you are 👏 amazing 👏

[@pipeorganizer8336]

incredible.... Mr. Scott i think you are one of the Best Organists in the Word!

[@pipeorganizer8336]

yes thanks!

[@norbertlenz7711]

Yes, i think so too.

[@Nunofurdambiznez]

Positively REMARKABLE playing!!!! BRAVO!!

[@acid823]

At last a video in a beautiful rococó church well done

[@peteacher52]

Thank you, gentlemen! There's only one thing wrong with the Scott brothers' videos - there is no audience clapping, stamping, shouting Bravo! and whistling at the end.

[@Offshoreorganbuilder]

Sadly, there would also be the coughing, fidgeting and the moron at the end, who jumps in with the whoopin' and hollerin' before the last chord has fully died away.

[@bjbrown]

This concert is only for those who appreciate fine music played by an exceptional musician on an incredible organ!

[@Rosecrus]

This is miraculous! I have played this daily since I discovered it and each time my admiration for Jonathan grows. You could say I am in awe of his note-perfect talent. I cannot find another living organist that even comes close to measuring up to him. He must surely have had heavenly inspiration sprinkled on him. I also love Tom's beautiful filming that goes with it.

[@massimoderita5513]

Musica stupenda, trascrizione x organo geniale, esecuzione fantastica. Complimenti vivissimi maestro. Lei veramente è un mago a trasformare l'organo in una orchestra completa. E grazie x aver trascritto anche la prima parte. Che più della trascinante marcia finale , mostra che Rossini non era solo un musicista" leggero e adatto al teatro comico", ma un genio assoluto Grazie di ❤️

[@pauljewitt1445]

Exquisite really enjoyed your performance loved every minute .

[@MarcoLeonesio]

I did not believe it were possible to 'render' a full orchestra with an organ in such a perfect way.

[@yvonnelenders5986]

Beautifully played . Lovely scenery around Fribourg

[@Tmanaz480]

Wow. You have convinced me that this is an organ piece sometimes played by an orchestra. Bravo.

[@abehambino]

Agreed! Especially Storm! That one knocked it out of the park!

[@gogolmol6098]

wow!

[@rbk2745]

Very clever and funny comment.

[@FelipeMadinav]

I love this piece, especially if it plays on the organ. For me music is the most important thing in my life. At the age of 14, all I can do is think about striving to play an organ, preaching with music everything that words cannot say. Congratulations to Jonathan and Tom on 60 million views!

[@av-uc4vx]

Wow, this sounds as if it were composed especially for the organ.......... You are a genius!! I enjoyed this véry profoundly! Adri from Holland

[@susanhughes8970]

I remember visiting St Michel in Fribourg, and how special it would have been to hear Jonathan playing the organ there.. ,

[@wanorman2007]

This takes my breath away.

[@Jacqueline-von-Hottwil]

Fantastique! Nous avons tout en Suisse : quatre langues nationales, de la musique, pas de guerre depuis 200 ans.

[@RichardWells1]

Spectacular! Wouldn't have thought dexterity skills would allow this piece to be played so fully on a keyboard! Thoroughly enjoyed your performance.

[@moniquelefrancois5647]

you are the greatest

[@johntiggleman4686]

Let me add, I've not been so moved by a performance on the organ since I saw the late Virgil Fox play in Grand Rapids, MI back in 1972. I swore I was walking on air after that concert (with a fantastic light show). I bet I would feel the same after a concert by Johnathan.

[@alanstewart1596]

The Scott brothers have taken the history of the organ and it's music and by their efforts and gifts have DOUBLED it. What more could be said? With humble thanks from Canada.

[@arendvandam1663]

Fantastisch

[@reinhardloegler2438]

Eine tolle Interpretation von Wilhelm Tell. 👍👍👍

[@tomtheriault4589]

Watching you two again and again I repeatedly marvel at how you do it … Jonathon with his hands and feet and Tom with his cameras coordinated so seamlessly with the hands and feet. I’m your grateful fan in San Diego, CA. By the way, we boast the largest outdoor pipe organ in the world along with our own civic organist!! The organ pavilion is in Balboa Park which also includes our world famous zoo. (Our animals are unusually cultured!). What a thrill it would be for you to grace our fair city with your sumptuous artistry!!

[@Johnnykeys100]

When I need a boost of energy (or a happier mood) I listen to the video! A triumph!!!

[@javiolonchelo]

This is just amazing, have no words for this... 11/10

[@hawkeye454]

I have always longed to hear this work on pipe organ, thank you so much for posting!!! Amazing talent, amazing sound.

[@sharonnygaard8862]

I really love that part my husband and I used to play it all the time on our records

[@rogerdixon3700]

What a wonderful version .

[@MarcusB-qr1hk]

BRILLIANT!! JUST BRILLIANT!!

[@BigStew007]

I've heard this arrangement for organ played live by Carlo Curley, and Wayne Marshall, but once again Jonathan you've made this my favourite!

[@markhall7646]

I'm sitting here with headphones on listening to this and sweating like I've been through a hard workout! Damn...

[@em468]

Espectacular interpretación 😢

[@nilomeireleschef2149]

WONDERFULL !!!

[@markhall7646]

Each movement of this work presents itself to me in moments of my day that fit the situation of activity so incredibly well. When I am reflective and contemplating something the Prelude/Dawn fits the development of ideas and motives magnificently well. The Storm brings with its ominous approach my more disturbing thoughts and sets my activity to more urgent tasks. The Call to the Cows brings me to awakening to pastoral bliss and morning coffee, and the opening "busyness" of a new day, and the March of the Swiss Soldiers marshals me to tasks that require the most exquisite, precise articulation of performance and rapier edged wit, calm deliberate grace-filled demeanor, purposeful conveyance and stride. It is one magnificent day, rolled up into one glorious musical tapestry.

[@mikegross6107]

I simply cannot add anything to the compliments that have been sent your way except to say I feel the same way about your performance and sound! God has given you a tremendous talent and here's hoping you live a long life in order to share more of your talent and beauty on the fine organs of this world.

[@garfixit]

I love this awesome sound❤❤❤❤🎼🎹🎹🎹🎹

[@susanhughes8970]

A superb presentation to go with stunning scenery of Switzerland 🇨🇭. Thankyou for sharing Tom Scott..

[@karlbraun9564]

Bravo! Beautiful performance by Jonathan Scott.

[@ingowaethje3012]

That was an excellent performance, absolutly fabulous!

[@samrodian919]

Yes another masterful transcription and rendition Jonathan, just bloody brilliant!

[@janemazzola4454]

How I LOVE seeing these magnificent sacred structures while hearing this enduring, glorious music!

[@westerncondor1132]

jonathan scott I hope to meet you live I love commenting on your videos soo much

[@yenaurapourtoulmonde]

Magnifique !

[@timothyvincentlyons4674]

Just a spectacular performance and the visuals were wonderful in the video. Thank you for the wonderful work the Scott brothers are doing to bring to life such beautiful music performed on these World class instruments in very fresh and memorable performances. Thank you, thank you, thank you.

[@dianedoherty3655]

Wow! Love your talent

[@duncanmaclean1001]

Simply Amazing.

[@peternaryd_operasinger]

Absolutly fantastic!! Thank you! Jonathan you are one of my absolut favorite organists! I love to hear you play! 😁👍👍👏👏👏❤

[@EElgar1857]

Absolutely amazing technique, AND endurance!

[@tazziesthailand]

just a great talent, arranger and just bring back memories of that lone ranger. Musical arrangement just superb couldn't wish for anything better thanks for sharing and please keep up the great work

[@VinnieSutra]

Love your work, Jonathan, as you tell this glorious story.

[@ginadodds2695]

Exciting performance--as always! Bellmore, NY USA

[@bengunn99]

Unbelievable, amazing, astounding. Big fan. Keep up the good work.

[@dirkhoekstra727]

Absolutely stunning! I actually can't remember if I have ever heard the full Overture before! Only the famous well-known finale.

[@danmart1879]

Magnifico!!! Masterpiece organ performance! Inspiring!

[@rosemarygordon3971]

A beautiful rendition, on an amazing instrument, thank you!

[@d.vochoc6501]

I don´t like a romantic organ. But you did it, it has 100% sense, so many colors, great choice. Perfect registration, tempo, the overall expression is fantastic. Bravo!

[@piolinochenta9028]

Que música tan extraordinaria soy de un pequeño poblado donde no existe esto pero ustedes son muy afortunados saludos desde Altamira México

[@michealmorrow1481]

Very visual music. I told someone about the "scenes" it evokes. They agreed. It was their first hearing of this music.

[@markhall7646]

It's a riot on acid.

[@kat-2point0]

I come here for my daily dose of goosebumps.

[@markcooke729]

Awesome yet again! What more can I say!

[@billnorman1704]

"An intellectual is someone who can listen to the William Tell Overture without thinking of the Lone Ranger."

[@jansilar8737]

Sometimes I see Alex DeLarge

[@wanorman2007]

@@jansilar8737 I confess I had to look that up, because I had never seen the movie. But I do have the soundtrack by Wendy Carlos, and it's one of my favorites.

[@jansilar8737]

@@wanorman2007 I really like the Rossini's and Purcell's music, so I am true enjoyer of the soundtrack :)

[@leirascanio]

Yes, aunque a decir verdad nuestra infancia estuvo bastante marcada por el hecho que apuntas... de todos modos hemos logrado, con la madurez musical, separar una cosa de la otra, muchas gracias por su interesante apunte....

[@wanorman2007]

@@leirascanio And thank you for yours!

[@mariadesa1434]

Just wonderful! This was the second video of yours that I watched a year ago. The first video was Can Can. After these videos, I watched all your videos! You two are amazing! Thank you for everything!

[@USMC_BABE38]

One of my favorites !

[@mainaccount131]

Super excellent with very good interesting video

[@darwinshaver5692]

The skill shown, around 8.00 and after with the solo line using all three manuals at once, is like nothing I’ve ever seen!

[@elainemeyer-hp6ye]

Brilliant .

[@zimmer7781]

I love every one of your videos. You and your brother are so talented.

[@johnemmerson1479]

Conrad rachmaninov

[@johnemmerson1479]

Schubert sonata in b flat