Saint-Sulpice organ. Sophie improvisation

2014. 11. 30
sophie improvisation

[@sarahbecker9824]

I don't remember how I stumbled into this part of KZbin, by my jaw was on the floor through this entire video.

[@bjornkeyn5644]

Sarah Becker

[@X2O8MZV9]

Yes, she is a great improviser

[@GuillaumeZahra]

Same here, specialy at the end !

[@claudebammert736]

bischofsweihen

[@robertglass4414]

Imagine if this was recorded in the nave.

[@TheBaritoneCrooner]

The French school never ceases to amaze me. Talk about unbelievable artistry! I've always loved the powerful symphonic sweep of this particular Cavaille Coll. From a lush purr to a snarling beast! A veritable wall of sound!

[@raphaelmeyer9940]

Still fascinated by the awakening of this wonder, in the sound of Barker machines. The electronic will never replace this mechanical emotion... It's like Swiss watch :)

[@Sathrandur]

I absolutely agree. Isn't it just wonderful? It also makes it much easier to see what she's playing, especially in the pedal.

[@FestivalWissembourg]

+Raphaël Meyer Mechanical emotion ???? What's the fuck ???

[@raphaelmeyer9940]

What a vulgarity... Are u a fuckin gangsta ? Try to use your brain and imagine what it can mean to see a fully mechanical traction instrument of 150 years old, still running and without any restauration, and you might find it. I must confess that in your case, I'm not sure you will get it...

[@charlesdavis7087]

+Raphaël Meyer Why not combine synthesizers and great organs... and great choirs... and why not connect them up around the world. Organ in Paris, choir in Montreal, synthesize (the Syn-clavier) at UCLA? Why not, indeed. It can be done now. CVD

[@raphaelmeyer9940]

+Charles Davis I fully agree with you. It is of high importance to synthesize these historical instruments and why not implementing them in numerical organs elsewhere. But my point is that it is even more important to keep them as intact as possible when restoring them (contrary to what has been done with many organs in France)

[@matthieulamiable4757]

Je suis presque effrayé d'une telle maîtrise au service de la liberté. Quelle puissance d'expression, quelle variété de couleurs, quelle générosité du geste musical.

[@anthonywcsu]

This has to be one of my favorite organ improvisations on KZbin. Her melodic development and harmonies are incredible.

[@sarahbecker9824]

I come back to watch this every few years and want to burst into applause every time.

[@michaelschantz6708]

Sohphie-Veronique is one of the finest organists and greatest improvisateurs in the world. Her talent is a phenomenal gift in the renowned tradition of the French Organ School. Witnessing such a performance, on this legendary masterpiece of Cavaille-Coll, transports one to that nexus where the artistic pursuit of mankind joins with the inspiration of the Divine. My heart raced with joy during this performance. Bravo Mdme. Choplin!

[@charlesdavis7087]

My heart too explodes with awe and blinding wonder that a being called Sophie lives now on earth. This is more wondrous and glorious than walking on water. And one can both see it and hear it .... NOW !!!! on earth. Oct. 12th, 2017 AD. Behold the truth for yourself! CVD

[@tropicjam7343]

michael schantz you are absolutely true;listen to jb dupont as well,Montpellier .

[@charlesdavis7087]

Well said !!!

[@vanmusician]

I attended Daniel Roth's recital celebrating his 30th anniversary as organist of St. Sulpice. He shared the programme with Mme Choplin. They played several duets including one with her at the choir organ. I was sitting near the altar surrounded by the most glorious organ sounds I have ever experienced!

[@vanmusician]

I have heard Mme Choplin at St. Sulpice several times. Down in the church you don't hear the action noise - just the most beautiful sounds of any organ in the world. Her improvisations are stunning - always a real harmonic movement and clear structure.

[@mymanjosquin]

John Mitchell that’s what i thought, & why they’re affectionately called “tracker clackers.”

[@EwicoCylinder]

The real music here is the Barker machine in action. Don't wanna say something against mrs coplins high talented improvisation art, but without the clacking of the barcker machine i would miss something here.

[@keplergso8369]

Nowdays it is original to improvise in a classical style ! I like this improvisation, very interesting modulations. Of course, Barker machines are a bit noisy, but it is so nice to see mechanical machines, instead of electric or electronic keyboards ! That is authenticity !! And it works ! Thank you very much for this video.

[@GautierBergeret]

Un an après l'avoir découverte, je réécoute votre improvisation et les mêmes larmes, ineffables, me montent aux yeux ! Je suis persuadé qu'elle fera partie de ces mélodies qui nous accompagnerons pour la liturgie céleste, auprès de Dieu.

[@charlesdavis7087]

I only wish (pray) that your works are being recorded properly. You have obviously been touch by the very spirit of Harmonia Herself. I've listened now to this KZbin post 20 plus times and each time I am absolutely set into a state of AWE. Blessings dear Sophie. CVD

[@jmdujardin]

c'est assez extraordinaire...Que dirait l'enregistrement encephalogramme de Mme Cauchefer Choplin pendant une telle improvisation ? fascinant, vraiment, merci à vous, Sophie-Véronique !

[@jamesbarclay7361]

Sophie Veronique is magnificent. She belongs in the same breath as Jean Demissieux. This is THE master class in organ improvisation, structure, progression and invention. And also in handling one of the greatest instruments ever constructed. Brava!

[@carrietide]

James Barclay She is in the same breath as PIERRE COCHEREAU

[@Phonojoy]

Her playing is so wonderful, I am lost for any words.

[@michedowning7088]

Quelle artiste extraordinaire! La grande tradition de l orgue français.. il n y a que çà! BRAVO!!!

[@richardbirney-smith5362]

Wow! I thought that I had heard every one of Sophie's improvisations available on KZbin, but this one from ten years ago is new to me. She remains my favourite organ improviser: always melodic. I was able to have a conversation with her one Sunday afternoon in August 2018 after the audition d'orgue at Saint-Sulpice. I doubt that she remembers me, but I remember and treasure our conversation.

[@geoffbush8915]

I saw this & cried with JOY.

[@jamesbarclay7361]

I also wept. Pure transcendent joy.

[@markemanuele1929]

I just had the same experience!!! I would have loved to have heard this in the Sanctuary!!

[@damienriba4385]

Absolument fascinant !!! Hallucinante Sophie-Véronique, merciiii

[@charlesdavis7087]

There is on doubt in my mind, your facility at la grand organ is a breath of The Most High being breathed upon the entire world. !!!! A.T.O.M. Charles.

[@TedLemon]

Thank you for sharing this. I am reduced to a limp rag from the beauty and power of this performance.

[@organo3112]

Marvellous. Sophie is a treasure and a great, great talent.

[@russedav5]

Wow! So fantastic a sound at the bench; just think how astounding it would have sounded in the sanctuary!

[@davidlane753]

This is totally remarkable. Just when you think the organ has no more to give, there's more power. The playing is extraordinary. I'd loved to have heard it in the cathedral itself.

[@paulcaswell2813]

Sorry to disappoint - St Sulpice is only a parish church. Paris's cathedral is (or should be) Notre-Dame.

[@BassBusMusic]

This could pass for a great piece of Prog Rock. You could imagine Tony Banks or Rick Wakeman playing that. Wonderful.

[@nickdouglass421]

You are absolutely right my friend. I have shared this with my Prog Followers on Twitter and we are ALL in agreement with you!

[@olivierlattion]

I was thinking the same thing!

[@gerryszymanski8468]

This still blows my mind and my heart.

[@Mr05241948]

A stunning performance on a wonderful Pipe Organ.

[@donjose4656]

!!! Magnifique ! Quelle organiste extraordinaire (que j'ai découverte sur KZbin...) Un grand Bravo, madame Cauchefer-Choplin !!

[@Bunhouse]

I stand stupefied by this spontaneous creation! What a gift! Merci.

[@jaredburrows]

Astonishing. Crying tears of joy at the energy and sound! Thank you!

[@Mitchosaure]

"ALLEEEZ!! Prestant, siouplé!"... Sophie-Véronique Cauchefer-Choplin manie cette vénérable mécanique avec une virtuosité sans égale! Une sortie de messe à St. Sulpice avec elle à la console, c'est un aller simple pour le paradis! Et quelle splendide complicité avec ses registrants!..

[@MANTLEBERG]

Still in love..i look at this evry day, just to remind me how crap i am.

[@crossiqu]

Since you have an ear and judgment to appreciate this wonder, you are not crap at all ;-)

[@matthews6705]

That was one of the most beautiful things I’ve ever heard

[@tubamaxima187]

Yes, this a stunning performance and composition. Wow, what talent !!!!The French organists are really good at improvising.

[@jonasrosengren9093]

This is the most fascinating and wonderful organ improvisations I've seen ever...

[@charlesdavis7087]

Absolutely thrilling. What music is in your soul! You bless us all. CVD

[@mizuqatsi]

Sophie est extraordinaire !

[@pamelaparzych3489]

This is simply beautiful and this gal Sophie is very talented and focused. If I were in this church, I would think, for sure that I was transcending to Heaven....very deep and compelling. Not often that one gets to revel in such beautiful music. Thank you for this delight!

[@robertmbruno]

So grande ,building and building ...A great team as well . Thanks for this revealing backstage view .

[@raymondmoderski3216]

Bravo Mme. Sophie Véronique Cauchefer Choplin! I used to come each Sunday in the spring of 1980 to hear Messr. Grunwald. I thought him to be one of the greatest improvisers I had ever heard, BUT you are the top of the class! Thank you for your sharing of your magnificent gift.

[@fhugheveleigh2]

Extraordinarily wonderful to see and hear this lady play her magic on one of the world's great organs.

[@marcbnaylor7340]

She is a wonderful Organist and a phenomenal improviser

[@charlesdavis7087]

There is NO doubt... (sorry about my spelling). I am being overwhelmed. Speechless, struck dump. OMG... !!!!

[@zamarioijean4736]

Bravo pour cette jeune organiste brillante exerçant ses talents sur l'un des orgues les plus importants de la capitale !

[@userunknown2771]

Sophie you are a incredible talented human

[@capeman7500]

Brilliant...so melodic and musically interesting.

[@henryhunt5618]

Wow! What a knuckle buster and such great music and sounds....well done Sophie!!!!

[@charlesdavis7087]

A Living Master of Sound and Music.

[@MrUseur]

Wow, so etwas habe ich noch nie gesehen und gehört. Toll. Absolute Spitzenklasse.

[@Likes_Trains]

Wow! How she can improvise so fast in incredible! Love the harmonic progression :D

[@subinmO]

Something beautiful... You are wonderful! This is power!

[@keithbickle6467]

Magnificent and just listen to the cantus firmus in the middle of it all. So exciting!

[@sermonvenes]

She was 1rst price of improvisation. It's obvious here. Brilliant, just brilliant.Carry on this way and once you'll pull out souls out of nowhere....

[@matthiasnicolai8306]

Breathtaking improvisation! Sometimes I thought Jordan Rudess might have played something similar...;-)

[@buxthierry5518]

Merci à vous, femme sublime pour un orgue sublime

[@MunkiLoops]

9 yrs ago and im now seeing this. Im so late.

[@marioribeirodeazevedoneto311]

Sophie é radical quando toca. Adoro! O órgão é um instrumento completo e somente pessoas como Sophie podem nos proporcionar um concerto desse quilate. Parabéns!

[@OperaNut]

Sophie is music itself. 💜

[@sacrumsonus8548]

I know it’s an improvisation but I would love the transcription of this!

[@TheBaritoneCrooner]

I mean it’s amazing at the console but can you imagine how it sounded out in the room? That’s a recording I’d love to hear! 😲

[@sacrumsonus8548]

@@TheBaritoneCrooner I would love to travel and hear this organ being played in the room especially with a player of this level.

[@mizuqatsi]

Sophie Véronique Cauchefer Choplin, Why is this not stated in the description? it's not hard is it?

[@charlesdebagny8871]

L'une des plus belles créations à l'orgue que je connaisse ! A mettre au panthéon.

[@georgemurphy2579]

This instrument has a sonic character like none other. It was the inspirstion for some of the greatest music ever written. Albert Schweitzer hailed it as the world's most beautiful organ!

[@Tsiniastje]

Tout simplement superbe!

[@WoodymC]

A marvellous and powerful improvisation, BRAVO!! According to the audible tracker action at the beginning, this surely sounded like some hard work for the fingers. ;-)

[@rafikbaladi6555]

Ouch, marvelous.... Just powerful and stunning. I forgot to breathe

[@kempedkemp]

Goosebumps for the organ and the organist. . . always.

[@henryhunt5618]

how well I remember our time a few years back with you at the console!!!

[@jicirfule8123]

on s'en lasse pas !!!

[@MANTLEBERG]

i have always said the art of improvisation is to start with a basic theme, and play around with it, start simple and build around and up, you may have noticed sophie plays...a.b.c.d, thats a good routine, then do the same in f...etc a"...brilliant

[@alf3k1]

SO good, just AMAZING!

[@leongreen8088]

WOW! All five keyboards coupled!

[@mymanjosquin]

Leon Green that’s what the Barker system is for. probably impossible w/o it.

[@peteacher52]

Le Grande Dame of the organ!

[@organistpeter]

Das ist eine der besten Organistinnen überhaupt!

[@johannebach9322]

super incroyable!!! Soli Deo Gloria!!!

[@markwood5889]

This is inspirational playing. Surprised to see it listed above as "Comedy"!! - one thing it definitely isn't!

[@michaelroberts6894]

I try to improvise but this is such splendid playing how can anyone say it is not divinely inspired!

[@josephlindquist506]

Inspired it is. She is open to the promptings of the Holy Spirit. That is a GIFT.

[@michaelroberts6894]

This woman is the greatest

[@stylusfantasticus]

GOD BLESS CHARLES SPAKMAN BARKER AND CHEVALLIER EMMERITE ARISTIDE CAVAILLÉ-COLL

[@tropicjam7343]

She reinvented progressiv rock!

[@danielgolden5352]

I love the sound of the mechanical action keys...

[@jeromepoinsot8947]

It sounds like a Daft Punk's track on a dance floor ! Amazing ! Quelle énergie !

[@MotorGoblin]

Everyone's talking about her amazing skills but the four ghosts playing the other keyboards seem pretty good as well.

[@JacquesBRUNO13007]

Merci, tout simplement, d'exister Sophie Véronique.

[@thierrycarre4701]

vraiment sublime , même pour un non musicien ,merci

[@mariagraziazollo9180]

Bravissima! Superb Improvvisation!

[@jicirfule8123]

toujours au Top !!! ALLEZ !!!! crescendo !

[@gerryszymanski8468]

Les Anches!

[@jamesbarclay7361]

Every instrument has its own. I really cannot compare organs in that manner. I adore the Ste. Sulpice organ and there are very few artists who can make it do what it is capable of.

[@charlesdavis7087]

It only took them three years after she blew the roof off the cathedral to get it repaired. But that, as they say, is another story. Vive la Sophie.

[@tropicjam7343]

It s nice that people start being aware of sophie c ch. 's genius .I think that pat petheny would have like the colour(s) of this improvisation.

[@shtushakutusha2260]

Greetings from Russia! It was just an amasing performance! Hope to hear this organist in our country. And hope to see your in Russia! Many thanks)

[@MANTLEBERG]

Its me again,,,i can only think she must have visited heaven, if widor was still here,he would eat his heart out.

[@russedav5]

+MANTLEBERG or heaven visited her as is wont to happen with churches! Seriously, not being sarcastic.

[@bubffm]

Sophie Veronique Choplin is hard to beat. Fabulous improvisation. Sound is course a major drawback but not to blame on her

[@jacqueslahondere4649]

beaucoup d'originalités dans cette improvisation ; j'ai aimé cette oeuvre qui "sort des chemins battus "

[@michaelroberts6894]

Amazing artist !

[@salvatorelombardo6563]

superbamente brava il meglio del meglio

[@SLa-kf8sq]

If you listen you can hear the priest give the blessing and the dismissal - so at the end of the Mass.

[@jicirfule8123]

genial !!! la reine des organistes !!!

[@carrietide]

BRAVISSIMA

[@ericfitzgerald866]

Bravissima!

[@billginnj6595]

Brilliant!!

[@craigdoran6811]

Magnifique