SAINT-SAENS "ORGAN" SYMPHONY - FINALE (ARR. JONATHAN SCOTT)

[@limitstoprogress]

Greetings from Canada! THANK YOU Jonathan and Tom! Totally wonderful playing, transcription, registration, as always, attributed to Jonathan's amazing organ knowledge and skill!

[@handris99]

I always felt the orchestral version needed more ORGAN! I'll be fine now :D

[@mikelastname1220]

Just a tad more "cow bell" too! :)

[@Ladynipchick2]

Lol, me too! X

[@joshgutierrez7380]

Lol this isn’t the orchestral version tho lol

[@SingularCherubim]

@@joshgutierrez7380 That's rather the point.

[@joshgutierrez7380]

@@SingularCherubim no…. It’s not lol because this isn’t the orchestral version with “more organ” it’s an organ solo adaptation. Loose the tude thank you

[@HMul-po3yb]

A full orchestra wasn't needed. It is an organ piece after all. That's all I wanted to hear. What a master. He had both hands and feet going at the same time. A truly amazing artist.

[@danielponder690]

technically it's an orchestral work with organ written by a composer who played organ very well wanting to bring the organ sound to an orchestra but also to stick his nose at Berlioz who said the organ could no way work well with a full orchestra

[@thedevilsreject23]

It’s not really a true organ symphony- only two out of four parts have organ in it and mostly as an afterthought

[@Comptonisa]

Yebo

[@richiejohnson]

@@thedevilsreject23 heresy

[@thedevilsreject23]

@@richiejohnson but true 😅👍🏻🥃

[@McDuff_ZA]

Jonathan Scott's own arrangement - consequently no sheet music - every note played from memory. That is talent!

[@McDuff_ZA]

I have listened to this twice today. 3rd repeat coming up now: Got it on auto-repeat: kzbin.info/www/bejne/e6LCm62uYsx_eM0 Jonathan Scott plays his own arrangement from memory. Here's a challenge to all aspiring South Africans. Do better than this, and you will be okay.

[@fragbert66]

If you don't get chills, you're not human.

[@tampanativeson]

Every time. I keep comong back.

[@pablomalaga4676]

Bla x dont get anything

[@ウォッチャしょうちゃん]

From Japan..... I love organ.Thanks dynamic sound and beautiful pictures!! 躍動感溢れるオルガンの響き、素敵な演奏と美しい映像を有り難う！！

[@Brissieskater1]

Babe the movie was the first time that I had ever heard an Organ or Orchestral rendition of this tune - but this arrangement by Jonathon Scott is truly magnificent.

[@Nonkel_Jef]

Been searching for this piece ever since I saw Babe

[@WilliamBrightman-dn8de]

@@Nonkel_Jef The first time I heard this was at Epcot ,Impressions of France 1982

[@mtfssjr2]

I have always loved listening to Saint-Saens Organ Symphony but I always felt that the orchestra was heard far more than needed and that the organ played in it's shadow. Now at last the King of Instruments takes it's rightful place in the spotlight. What an amazing rendition of this work and it's performance... truly quite exceptional! Thank you Jonathan Scott so very much indeed!

[@robertireson1564]

You should try a few different versions, there’s nothing quite like organ and orchestra together when the balance is just right ! ( I have quite a few recordings of it )

[@thomasphillips5850]

Second that,Bravo.

[@28102650]

@@robertireson1564 can you recommend any one in particular? Because I tend to agree with the original comment.

[@robertireson1564]

@@28102650 One of My favourites is on a Sony Masterworks set 481406 2. Unfortunately I can’t locate information about the Orchestra, Organ or Organist ( I’ve lost the book that came with it )

[@robertireson1564]

@@28102650 Another good version is ONDINE ODE1094-5 with the Philadelphia Orchestra and Olivier Latry on the Organ. I’ll check My collection & let You know of any other versions

[@richiejohnson]

One of mankind's noblest utterances, ably interpreted. I'm proud to be human. The very gods themselves are envious. Every note is essential. Every note is articulated perfectly congratulations Jonathan. Triumphant

[@kathydominick1582]

Beautiful I died and went to heaven

[@richiejohnson]

ikr?

[@justimagine2403]

Huh?

[@richiejohnson]

@@justimagine2403 l know, right? ikr

[@jeffreybautista5582]

The magnificent ballet of fingers

[@timstoffel4799]

BRAVO! An all-organ version of the finale of the 'Organ' symphony is long overdue. It gave me goosebumps!

[@dirkhoekstra727]

He also have a full organ version of the COMPLETE Symphony (movement 1 and 2 included), not just the finale.

[@timstoffel4799]

I did see that and intend to check it out. Thanks!

[@krantobesmak2171]

@@dirkhoekstra727 link pls

[@johnrobinson1132]

Great! Thanks for a thrilling performance.

[@berthar.shewman9921]

Old SS was really in the groove when he composed this piece plus it's a beautiful arrangement and performance. The images of the church windows adds significantly to my enjoy9. Thank you.

[@diggingdon]

Thank you and God Bless you Jonathon Scott!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@warp9988]

Once in my life I need to be in the presence of such an organ played with such skill and passion. Also I want to hear all the octave doubled bass shaking my very core.

[@mariner7853]

Thanks for that, now I need to replace the glass in the living room windows before the wife gets home !!!

[@alicehogan7261]

Love it!!

[@alex669953]

I know that with 700 watts inside !

[@alex669953]

Was my life

[@bjbrown]

Simply magical, I love this!

[@RMH9000]

Whom are the 239 "thumbs down" idiots trying to impress? It has can only be envy. Jonathan Scott's talent is unquestionably over the top and what an honor it would be to someday meet him and his brother in person. Their giftedness provides so much pleasure to so many. I'm ever so moved and appreciative. Thank you, thank you!

[@welchbrenda1]

Hear, hear!

[@caseyclausen2627]

I gave it a thumbs down and had sex seven times within the next 24 hours with a variety of strange women. I recommend that you try giving one of these scottbrothersduo videos a thumbs down and see how it works for you.

[@SweetSpringFarmer1222]

They know not...

[@OGMcSneak]

ahh to see the dislikes again.

[@diggs6247]

They are probably Shtrayans looking for ""Tha' Footee" and their regular dose of moronic right-wing garbage. 😆

[@ChangesOneTim]

My goodness: what a stumble-upon! Brilliant playing of a masterpiece on a brilliant instrument. Thank you 😊

[@milner1801]

Have just played this through my surround sound and blown out most of the windows, the power is amazing, love this piece and this is the best version I've heard of it period.

[@iandeans8709]

Just brilliant.....never heard this piece without an orchestra before......stunning.

[@cskepner]

you don't even miss the orchestra. this is fantastic

[@alexandermcmurdo5386]

What a sublime rendition from both the inspired soloist and wonderfully rich organ sound truly inspiring ---

[@lenrusnak162]

I have lost count on how many time I have viewed this video. It never gets old. LOVE it!

[@Julmar3]

What a talent! J'ai joué du piano, déjà avec 2 mains c'était pas facile mais alors avec plusieurs claviers, les pieds et les mains... MAGNIFIQUE!

[@ozzietadziu]

Just think of the thousands of hours spent in designing, building, installing, tuning and regulating this "King of Instruments". This performance makes it all worthwhile.

[@patriciaoudart1508]

Cancel culture have no respect for Work, Art, and Life... psychiatric peoples.

[@anti64]

@@patriciaoudart1508 I agree but what does this have to do with cancel culture?

[@AKHKSH]

F do fddddi had

[@philippneff6190]

Total fullfilment. Congratulations to master Scott - magnificent work and organ playing - I love it!

[@MrTorleon]

I am truly astonished at the dexterity required to play this symphony - completely breathtaking. The camera work is also quite brilliant, providing the viewer with close up shots of the intense work involved by the organ player. Thank you for posting :)

[@squoocher]

I'm overwhelmed by the beauty of your response. It's so sensitive and bold, you're a paragon of sensitivity.. I truly believe Jesus is using this recital to single you out for martyrdom

[@christopherandrews2594]

Third time is a charm. Back to hear this stunning performance again and it will not be the last, I assure you. Outstanding a joy for all fans of Jonathan Scott.

[@fludiedampuls]

How superb. Thank you, Jonathan. You really are a master of the arranger's art. Extraordinary.

[@georgevalley5019]

Sublime performance.he makes it look so easy an we know it is not.. the instrument is magnificent.

[@laurawagner5871]

beautiful song.. I was very lucky to have a organ at my church to have this played for my walk down the aisle.

[@therealchayd]

As a youngster, I remember hearing this piece played at a music festival. Still moved to tears, even today. What a beautiful rendition 🥲

[@irvincemilschick3484]

Brilliant arrangement and performance! I am speechless.

[@zamarioijean4736]

Marvelous arrangement for organ alone of this symphony for orchester with organ composed by a former organist in the parisian church of Ste Marie-Madeleine !

[@judymuse3738]

Bravo! Absolutely the best rendition I have ever heard. Best organ and best organist. I only wish I could have been in that church to experience it in person. Thank you so very much!

[@judymuse3738]

And---those stained glass windows are gorgeous!!!!!!!!!

[@squoocher]

Great aren't they.... he polishes them just before he plays that Wurlitzer of his...every time!! .... the worst case of OCD the archbishop has ever seen

[@alanandhisbus3416]

Blooming Amazing!!

[@daveerhardt1879]

Incredible! Playing the orchestra part and the organ part at the same time. Most astounding music I've ever heard. I love this piece anyway, now I love it even more.

[@garfixit]

Over 50 times listening to you play this never gets old ❤🎹🎹🎹🎹🎶🎵🎶🎵🎶

[@MsWinterlife]

All I could think of is the song the farmer sings in the movie Babe from all those years ago: If I had words to make a day for you, I sing you a morning golden and new; I would make this day last for all time, and give you a night deep in moonshine…

[@99SpidermanFan]

Viktoria said it. Never heard it like this before,and such brilliance!!!! Thanks so much for posting:)

[@georgewilson9553]

Who needs an orchestra when this piece is played so magnificently on the organ alone! Bravo!

[@thomaskirchhoff2017]

Fantastic, today in our 1000 years old church in Iserlohn/Germany at the new Grenzmg organ - live with Jonathan Scott!

[@christopherandrews2594]

Back again to listen to this truly exceptional performance. The talent on display is truly formidable I never tire of the very best.

[@sparnnon]

absolutely fabulous version, congrats

[@bryanscottandrews3451]

This is such a fabulous arrangement I keep coming back to it whenever I want to show someone true virtuosity. It's magnificent beyond words.

[@ramonkusain895]

Bryan Scott Andrews tom jon

[@freeelectron8261]

Bravo and roses!

[@GwenMarsh]

Wow! Beautiful and absolutely magnificent - was I the only person wiping away their eyes by the end of this! And who said a man can't do two things at the same time? ..... Hands, feet and boompsadaisy! Sheer poetry in motion. Thank you both Mr Scotts!

[@andrewcrossley2448]

Incredible to transfer this for a solo organ in the first place. As for the magnificent playing from memory - astonishing talent. Great organ too.

[@JulesCaf-j8g]

This is so beautiful

[@mclay3754]

I just wish I could have been there to feel the roar and rumble of the organ!

[@jacuesviens4774]

Jonathan, you do realize that every orchestral performance of the Finale of the Saint-Saens "organ" Symphony will have to be judged by the standard you have set. No longer can organists or conductors be timid in the interpretation. BRAVO and thank you.

[@grahamdavison4795]

Outstanding.

[@SHAGrafix]

Jacues Viens I

[@danieljohnkraus70]

Simply incredible - and makes me proud to be an organist. Thank you, Jonathan.

[@reeblesnarfle5443]

Agree!

[@mountainsong100]

Another Virgil Fox reencarnet

[@kieran130997]

Simply outstanding. He played this once at my church to end an organ recital and I'm still blown away by it everytime I hear it. One can only hope to be this good!

[@ThePapsforshort]

You've just gotta love Jonathan Scott's arrangements, he's such an inspiration to both musicians and listener's. Keep arranging/playing these fantastic works of classic classics!

[@brettowen7174]

Wow..magnificent arrangement and performance on a truly wonderful instrument! Thank you very much Mr Scott.

[@ireneyoung8696]

Wonderful.a magnificent piece magnificently played.

[@clivejones8767]

Wonderful, awesome, this arrangement can stand alone, thankyou.

[@EtienneTinant]

absolutely perfect

[@thomfaircloth3642]

This has been my favorite piece since I first heard it as a young man in the early 70s. This rendition is the first transcription I have heard, and it rendered me speechless. Scott far surpasses any other organist I have heard on this piece. I am thrilled and will play this over and over. Thank you Jonathan Scott for this precious gift.

[@davidtaylor6539]

By memory . Amazing.

[@ggdov9742]

No words to describe how powerful and brilliant an artist. Divine .

[@mlcollins10]

This piece is one of the great achievements of humanity.

[@alexandrearaujoandradedasi550]

mlcollins10 that'll do pig.

[@johne7345]

'I gave everything to it I was able to give. What I have here accomplished I will never achieve again.' -- C. Saint-Saens He knew he had a hit.

[@billace90]

Totally agree!

[@project6productions924]

Yes that will do

[@nycboyforlife]

Incredible piece of musical artistry.

[@marcucciolo57]

unglaublich schön. unglaublich, wie jemand dieses Monstrum an Instrument beherschen kann... boah boah.. tausend Daumen hoch !

[@denniserrolhawley2762]

This gentleman is splendid as both an organist and as an arranger of music!!!!

[@rudyardharrison4177]

Lovely to see the "ballet of the pedals." I continue to be in absolute awe of the skill involved in playing one of these magnificent instruments. I have an emotional connection with the pipe organ as my late father played one. Thank you for the music!

[@hillsdalewardbulletin7302]

Wow.....talk about "chills and thrills and goosebumps." Incredible. I had the privilege of hearing this masterwork played by Clay Christiansen and The Orchestra at Temple Square at the Mormon Tabernacle in Salt Lake City. Best money spent on a plane ticket!

[@thomfaircloth3642]

Perhaps the greatest organist and arranger since Fox. He has all the spirit, fire, and red blood of Virgil, and the youth to be creating for a long time. Thank you to the Scott brothers for sharing this with the world.

[@tortinwall]

Virgil Scott? I thought he was the pilot of Thunderbird 2.

[@lorrainemccowen8343]

What a brilliant performance or a truly magnificent piece of music.

[@albertpeckham9515]

' This man is fantastic! We should hear more of his music!!!

[@squoocher]

you can.. he plays the Roxy Ballroom every second Saturday of the month.. mainly Abba covers, but he takes requests...

[@sarahmason7544]

Excellent as always

[@steveg1919]

I think this is one if not "the" most beautiful versions of Saint-Saens "Organ" Symphony Finale out there. Truly inspiring. Thank you !

[@danielbelanger3147]

Jonathan, Jonathan, comment peux-tu faire cela? Tu es le plus grand organiste du monde de tous les temps!

[@poplarboydavid]

The red socks are beautiful! Splendid performance, also! 😁

[@casualevils]

The perfect registration really makes this performance shine even more.

[@charlesdavis7087]

Jonathan Scott, you did yourself proud. This is one of favorite pieces in the world and boy did you ever set a new standard on earth. Congratulation! CVD

[@markallen6506]

Just WOW. One of my favorite works. Absolutely stunning to watch

[@steveschutte7956]

Very, very impressive. Outstanding work, sir! Thank you for posting

[@iamrepete]

I always thought the organ played to small a part in the Symphony #3,and this proves it! BRAVO,Jonathan!

[@Esperite]

Ridiculously good....an epic success....I wish I was you....

[@grahamrankin]

Bravo ! Completely superb---organ and organist. A very moving experience. Thank you.

[@joanerhard454]

church, organ music, is classical. Music by itself. Beautiful done by the duel. Brothers, just beautiful and enjoyable, I feel my. Day is complete.

[@lindalovinger6926]

And he is playing from memory!! I see no music on the music desk! A masterpiece in the hands of a superlative master. We are so blessed!

[@esclamonde]

Bravo! What an electrifying performance - takes your breath away. And what a beautiful church.

[@agnesabsenger1852]

Danke!

[@albertpeckham8708]

Fabulous performance no matter when!

[@ianglasse809]

This piece was my wife and my wedding music way back min October 1980. One of our daughters also had for her wedding entry music in 2015! What a magnificent piece and thank you Jonathan for bringing back memories of two memorable and outstanding events in my life.

[@vanncausey8401]

Jonathan knocked this out of the park, This is the way organ should be played AWESOME!!!!!!!

[@johnanderson3700]

I never realized there was a score for organ without orchestra for this section. Amazing and well performed with excellent registration proving the organ is indeed the king of instruments.

[@JSB2500]

Jonathan Scott produced this wonderful organ-only arrangement himself - and sells the score on his website. However, I suspect that only he has the ability to play it 😀! I saw and heard him give a transcription masterclass just yesterday, and he demonstrated clearly that his musicianship and facility with the instrument with music like this is quite unrivalled IMO (and I know, and have known, many great organists and also play the organ to a high level myself). He also played this wonderful arrangement in a concert later in the day! I think I'll buy the score now... 😃.

[@elizelizamore568]

A Mater piece performance!!! One of my favorite organ pieces!!!🙏🏻🌹❤

[@dalerider3124]

Mr. Scott this is the most im+ orchestra work combined I have ever heard or witnessed. What a treasure to have it committed to digital video! Thank you, so much, for making and sharing this great amount of work you have done!

[@Delphi333]

I don't know what it is about this piece, but it got me through the darkest of days...I'll always be grateful for it...it literally saved my life. Thank you for playing such a beautiful rendition. :-)

[@charlesdavis7087]

At the heart of this work is an IDEAL about a time when wars shall be no more. This great work calls to mind that indeed... that time shall come upon earth. When that time shall be, I don't know, but I also believe that we can dance in advance! Glory be... NOW!!!!!! CVD

[@robertlarkin3463]

Charles Davis

[@johnterrillphillips2090]

Yes, truly a truly wonderful performance, reminding me of a recent visit to St David's cathedral in Pembrokeshire where a. very young man was playing this very piece. It was spine tingling and made my day.

[@hudsonbailey674]

Saint-Saens "Organ Symphony" is the Introit when I'm lifted into heaven. Jonathan Scott can perform this rich work from here on earth.

[@richardhenry5961]

Perfect!

[@MegaCirse]

Comme la première lumière de l'aube, cette musique ouvre les yeux à de nouvelles promesses et à toutes les merveilles de la nature. Evocatrices de pouvoirs au-delà de l'observation, cette pièce tire les ficelles du cœur, attire les nostalgies et réveille les amours, les vies écorchés et la torpeur des veilleurs endormis🌺🕊️

[@mudgebauer]

Took the words right out of my mouth! Couldnt agree more.

[@MegaCirse]

@@mudgebauer 🤠

[@jmjsenlime]

Même mon chien adore!

[@johnmilburn5715]

Just unbelievable. What can I add? Wow, wow, wow...

[@martinhennecke7575]

Amazing, and all from memory! No score… incredible!

[@Chris80]

He outclasses a complete orchestra on his own.

[@Video7Rose]

I totally agree! This sounds better than most orchestra + organ finales! The orchestra always seems to drown out the organ.

[@jbr9813]

@@Video7Rose Not necessarily. A big, powerful organ, such as we have in the UK, as in many other countries (not just in America!), is capable of overwhelming a 70-piece orchestra. It's just that the conductors and orchestras don't like it!

[@Video7Rose]

@@jbr9813 LOL! 😄 I'm sure you're right, but it does a disservice to the movement if we can't really hear the organ. As far as I'm concerned, the orchestra & conductor need to watch out, because Jonathan Scott has shown that they're not even needed! 😂

[@HighestRank]

@@Video7Rose Why he's even scoffed away the sheet music.

[@hlhughes6114]

BRAVO!!!! JONATHAN SCOTT!!! MAGNIFICENT PERFORMANCE!!!! I think Saint-Saens is very proud of you!!! And thank you! ~H~

[@jeanpaulhodeau9489]

Magical Organ leading us to our youth fascination in Church, part of the mystical and spiritual Elevation !

[@thomfaircloth3642]

I have died and gone to heaven. This is the first time I have heard the Finale without the orchestra. And with Jonathan's Brilliant arrangement, and his tour de force playing, who needs the orchestra?

[@otterfan3213]

Thank you for sharing your talent and love of music with the world. Bravo!

[@svenc4803]

Hearing this piece played well is ALWAYS breathtaking!