Frederick is definitely a composer worthy of attention. He composed some beautiful pieces that deserve more attention than they receive. Emmanuel himself is quite skilled, and blessed with his talent.
Love the atmosphere of the 3rd movement - the way the flutist feels invited to join the ensemble (9.32-9.37) and the smiles it generates (9.50-9.54). Classical music galore.
Following my previous cmment I must say that I have recently been listening more intently and attentively to Pahud. He has grown on me tremendously. The more I listen to him the more I appreciate his playing. He most certainly is a unique player.
What a masterful flutist. Unlike so many flutists of todays generation his beautiful tonal qualities are never forced or overblown making the sound harsh. Mr. Pahud takes me back to the days of Rampal. If I could have one wish it would be to emulate his sound. He sings with his instrument...perfection!
herrlich fröhliche Melodeien. Obdar an mancher Stelle auch ganz gewiss die Handschrift des edlen J.J. Quantz herauszuhören ist, zeichnen jene Musikstücke, die s.M. Friedrich dem Großen zugeschrieben werden, doch eine eigene Seele aus. Man merkt den Unterschied, vor allem im.Flötenspiel selbst, zwischen Quantz und dem alten Fritz.
Jo - you're right with Mark Mason and PiretBCN: If you got wisdom, ability and knowledge on one hand you feel absolutely disgusted when discovering a skimming spoon gripped tightly by the other hand!
I suppose Pahud is the Rampal of our age, isn't he? Nothing harsh in his tone ... he's quite different from most modern flutists in that his music projects like a soft rain rather than a cave echoe. He's not my favourite because I know already know Rampal too well .. but I respect his musicianship greatly.
You wouldn't find any covers for this as it is a piece. Furthermore it's for solo flute and orchestra so you won't find any arrangements for solo piano.
Kadaba Ghandi: "Madness"? Wow! Why all the ad hominem? I actually do NOT think you are crazy for liking his playing, although I do think you overstate things a little there. But I respect your opinion and I am glad you enjoy Pahud and I truly can understand why you do.
Just as a challenge to those who maintain that Pahud has surpassed Galway: Go and listen to the slow movement Mozart's concerto for flute and harp, recorded (I think) in 2012. Then compare that to the same recorded by Galway in the 1970's. Listen to how Galway is right on the harmonic of every note! Beautifully musical and wonderful as Pahud's recording is- and it truly is- it most certainly does NOT (in my opinion) surpass Galway. Nothing ever will. But that is just my two cents. I do not think that people who disagree with me are deaf or crazy.
Pahud and Galway can really NOT be compared, there too different flutist, for that kind of repertoire i really perfer Pahud, but for Mouquet as for instance i do prefer Galway version even there's no pahud version
Will Bronx absolutely nothing to compare between the two. Galway has never played with the same tone control, color elastics, phrasing and musical intelligence and generous expressiveness. Never! He was a great player while the other is a rare artist other than being a better player.
Let me tell u. Every old recording is better instead of this two cases in particular you are talking to. And old vintage analog recording is also warmer and fuller. The old flutes sounded a lot better too. I mean not only the expensive ones. The student flutes like Yamaha 200s they sounded better before than the ones crafted this days. I dont know why but its like that. Im a flutist and everytime i play and old metal flute everything is turning back again. I mean the soul comes back again.
I think the comment on Galway's vibrato is not entirely unwarranted, but I rather like his vib and do not find it distracting. But I DO understand that it is not everyone's cup of tea.
Torben Elmoe: No need to get ad hominem about my ears. I am a player and my friends will tell you nothing wrong with my ears. I do agree that he is a great player. But I simply do not like his sound- that is all there is to it. I don't think there is something wrong with your ears just because you like his sound. Enjoy!
I must humbly disagree that this is as great as everyone says. Pahud does not "sing". His tone is like sandpaper to my ears. But I do acknowledge that he is a great player. Not in the same league as Bennett and Galway, though.
Will Bronx this doesn't show the tonal color Pahud usually plays with as well as other pieces he plays. In fact because of his tone and the emotion in which he plays I would place him above James Galway. Sir Galway is no doubt amazing, however, he seems to place more value in speed than emotion.
Will Bronx Excellent so glad to here it. please do not misinterpret what I said however James Galway is THE most amazing flute player I just personally prefer Pahud.
