TwoSet Violin Brett Yang - Mendelssohn 1. Movement - Reaction by Violin ...

9+ Avatar image 1:05 / 45:34 TwoSet Violin Brett Yang - Mendelssohn 1. Movement - Reaction by Violin Teacher Simon Streuff Violin-Education 25.6K subscribers Subscribe 3.2K Share Download Thanks Clip 92K views 1 year ago Analyzing live recordings of professional musicians has always played a big part in my violin studies. We can learn a lot by observing other peoples performances. I hope you enjoy this format where I show you how I listen and analyse a performance. Let me know in the comments! … 316 Comments rongmaw lin Add a comment... Pinned by Simon Streuff Violin-Education @SimonStreuffViolinEducation 1 year ago Guys and Girls: Thank you so much for all the positive feedback in the comments, I read them all and it is heartwarming! I will try to answer every one of you when I get time! I am a little overwhelmed right now. It feels like an army of Ling Ling's has captured my Youtube page :D Which goes to show what a positve impact TwoSet Violin has. You guys, Brett and Eddy and all the TwoSetters are amazing! I will do the 2nd movement soon! 275 Reply 4 replies @krystal62591 1 year ago I'm only 10 mins in but I wanted to stop and say that what you said about Brett's obvious emotional connection to the music and respect for the position he had found himself in on the stage is so real and has made this possibly my favourite conerto to watch, regardless of the few mistakes that occurred. It's such a sincere performance, just makes you smile. 515 Reply Simon Streuff Violin-Education · 4 replies @mayinsatmi1440 1 year ago For Brett, this concert is his dream come true, you can easily see that he pours his heart and soul into this performance while some soloists just take it for granted that they get to perform onstage with an orchestra 381 Reply Simon Streuff Violin-Education · 4 replies @shonen84 9 months ago Wonderful analysis! Thank you for sharing. And yeah, we’re all simping for Brett. His sincerity and sweet tone make me always come back to listening to his performance ❤ 2 Reply @aelredwoodard5802 1 year ago Highlighting Brett’s musicianship is a real and rare gift as is your excellent technical critique. Thank you. 51 Reply @aquamarine9568 1 year ago (edited) Your critique was so interesting and constructive. I agree with you about how humble, engaged and emotional Brett’s playing was. I watched this live and it brought tears to my eyes a few times. It is especially poignant in that he has mentioned numerous times in TwoSetViolin videos about his childhood dream to be a soloist and here we see him live that dream. Thank you for such an informative video. I would love to hear more from you about the second and third movement and the rest of the concert. 339 Reply Simon Streuff Violin-Education · 1 reply @JD213 1 year ago I was lucky enough to see Gina McCormack play Mendelssohn the same week as Brett performing, and I have to say that as outstanding a soloist as Gina is and I know she’s know for playing this piece, but Brett’s performance just shone by comparison. It was filled with so much love and emotion for this piece I had tears just watching him. I couldn’t take my eyes off him. 90 Reply 1 reply @kj62431 1 year ago I am a big fan of TwoSet. I'm also in Music Education so I appreciate so much your comments about how a performance can be successful and not be perfect. I work with young students and have experienced some of the most touching performances that were extremely successful because they were not perfect but instead, honest and from the heart. Thank you! 55 Reply @auntjess 1 year ago How interesting. In Twoset's video with Curtis where Brett plays Mendelssohn for the professor, she mentioned the same thing where he tends to play slightly flat and offered some suggestions on hand position adjustments. :) Comparing that video and their live concert, there has been significant improvements (practicing 40hrs a day helps for sure!), but I also understand that some habits are hard to correct esp when you're used to playing in a certain posture. As a piano player, I have many habits which I need to work very hard on to kick and sometimes I still default to old habits.. HAHA. Thanks for your insights! I learnt many things abt violin playing! :) 170 Reply 2 replies @yonycka16 1 year ago Love the guys! Watch them for 4 years already. And yes, he practiced so much this piece of art, that became one. That mark on the neck says how much he enjoy playing. Both are amazing! A perfect duo. 11 Reply @Rt-uu4yo 1 year ago I am so glad to hear your review of our beloved Brett’s mesmerizing performance. I have never sat through a concerto so exulted like this performance. It was beautiful. Nice to hear a professional opinion. 15 Reply @lynnccm1442 1 year ago I came to the violin later in life, TwoSet inspires me to continue and to enjoy the music I produce. Brett's performance takes my breath away. I was leery of watching this because I feared to have the joy destroyed in nit-picking. I'm pleased that while you were honest about the flaws, you didn't make your review all about them. I felt as if you were enjoying Brett's performance with me. TY, you've gained a new subscriber. 37 Reply @dvides89 1 year ago Very objective analysis of the performance, thanks Simon. I really hope Twoset watches this video, violinists helping violinists is wonderful thing to watch. 49 Reply Simon Streuff Violin-Education · 3 replies @CeciliaTan 1 year ago I’m eagerly awaiting your thoughts on the second and third movements! My feeling was once he got through the first movement, Brett settled down and really began to enjoy the moment more and put even more of himself into it. This concert was such a special way to enjoy this music. You don’t normally go to see a symphony and root for the soloist almost like you do for a sporting event, you know? It’s quite unique and I’m so glad this opportunity for him and the SSO came together. 56 Reply 1 reply @yellowcarnivore 1 year ago (edited) I didn’t expect myself to watch this video in one sitting because it is 45min but I did! I love your critique - it is so informative and heartfelt. Even though I am just a beginner violinist, I could understand where you are coming from because you explained your observations and thoughts very clearly. I remember watching Brett’s performance and although there are a few intonation slips here and there, I am still deeply moved by his music. At the end of the day, people remember the magical moments when the music spoke to their hearts, more so than the pitch-perfect moments☺️ Thank you for sharing this! 85 Reply Simon Streuff Violin-Education · 1 reply @kaylinealsen8536 1 year ago As fan of their channel, I think it's great that you reacted to Brett and his journey and how emotional this performamce is. Great video! 80 Reply Simon Streuff Violin-Education · 1 reply @LittleDreamer1412 1 year ago I started playing the Violin when I was 28 years old. I wanted to play since I was 17, but it was only because of TwoSet that I finally picked it up 2 years ago. They are very talented and wonderful and I think it's great how they bring Classical Music to a wider audience. I think watching their videos and seeing how much they love playing and how well they show that is what gave me the push to start. You can see at the end of Mendelssohn that Brett was extremely moved and so was I, because I can't thank them enough that they even motivate some adult like me to start playing! 2 Reply @eriks2962 1 year ago I am grateful that you could produce a critique a their work that is constructive and understanding of where they come from. Too much content online is just shitting on performers/content creators by picking on anything that is not absolutely perfect. So thank you for being understanding and to reput things in context! 3 Reply @MajahetBijtje 1 year ago Very moved about your conclusion. I was there live and wow, the emotion he brought in his playing was so good! As a non-musician I've learned a lot from this video, thank you and I look forward to hearing what you have to say about the rest of the concert! 🎼♥️ 30 Reply @rosyxiao6889 1 year ago (edited) I looove Brett's Mendy and i literally touched and cried when i watching the live. Also i like your comment which is really to the point that Brett totally showed his love to music and violin. The sincerity and energy was so well expressed in his playing. I can feel that the orchestra was also moved and cheered by that, so they had such a beautiful conversation in between. Ive watched this half hour concerto almost everyday since it released and i still get excited when i watch it today. The pure emotion is absolutely a strong language that will never go out or fade i think. THANKS again for such a wonderful vedio, looking forward to your new clip. 22 Reply @tomiclamor 1 year ago all of your comments in this video are absolutely on point! im not a violinist, but your comments about musicianship and the state of classical music today made me feel more validated as a self-taught musician and as someone who just wants to spread the joy of classical music! thank you for this (: 14 Reply @guitarsarebest6565 1 year ago Simon, what a phenomenal analysis that was positive and encouraging at the same time. You are a great teacher and coach. 15 Reply @HappyG1lm0re 1 year ago So happy I discovered this channel 4 Reply @Nature-ps7md 9 months ago Being human is your best quality, please dont lose it, all the best! 1 Reply @leilayh 1 year ago love hearing about your analysis. I hope Brett feels the love from his violin gang. I also think what is the most moving is Brett's love for the music and the fact that his childhood dream actually came true. 3 Reply @JenniferGoldfinch 6 months ago I really appreciated your in depth analysis of Brett's playing. Your explanations were very clear, concise and showed a full appreciation of beauty of music, not just the technicalities and having to be absolutely perfect. There's a quote somewhere that perfection is imperfect. Your comments reiterated that time and time again. Thank you so much for making this video. Reply @amore3791 1 year ago (edited) The system recommended a treasure video and a treasure youtuber to me! As a matter of fact, I am a fan of TwoSetViolin in China. Once the video of this concert came out, I thought that I would discuss Brett's performance on the Internet in a particularly excited and happy atmosphere. However, I found that there were a lot of negative criticisms and blames on our website firstly, such as bad of intonation and cooperation with the orchestra. Some even went so far as to say that his Mendelssohn had no reference at all. At that time, those criticisms made me feel so sad and doubtful and it continued for a long time. As a violin amateur have practiced since childhood, I know how it feels to stand on the stage again and make the child dream come true. This time I saw your video and when I was watching the second half, it really moved me to tears! I appreciate you saying almost everything from my heart! I amazed that you are so professional. You can pick up details that I haven't noticed after watching the concert so many times. I'm really educated. And it's really valuable that you, as a professional, can say something constructive that clarifies what you value about classical music and violin playing. Brett was really great. His performance and your explanation were really inspired me! I am looking forward to your comments on the 2nd movement, the 3rd movement and Eddy's performance, as well as your teaching video, because now I want to practice my violin again! 36 Reply Simon Streuff Violin-Education · 14 replies @Yume-Hanabi 1 year ago Thank you for your analysis! It's really interesting to see the little technical details broken down like that, makes me enjoy the performance all the more. I love how you say it's not about being perfect--I think that's the magic of live performances: it's a truly genuine experience, and the emotional payoff is so much greater. Looking forward to your analysis of the other movements and Eddy's Paganini 😄 30 Reply Simon Streuff Violin-Education · 1 reply @mikecabral1579 7 months ago I’m 75 now and listen daily to classical music because of 2Set and a documentary about Janine Jansen. I found Hillary Hahn on there channel two bright stars in this big sky. I also love Paavo Jarvi as a conductor. I only started listening a few years ago and don’t know anything about classical music except that I know what I like and what I enjoy. Hillary and Janine are perfect gifts from God so very talented and grounded woman based upon what I see on YouTube and recordings. I’m so happy that you were kind to Brett because I think he did a great job. I’m basically bedridden but I had see and hear Hillary in person and had that chance when she came to St Louis in September 2023. I was able to bring my daughter and Grandson to expose them to classical music and help me get around and into a seat. A real bucket list type of event for me. Thanks for your video. 1 Reply Simon Streuff Violin-Education · 1 reply @thecatofnineswords 1 year ago The passion in performance and true love of playing is why I loved watching Brett perform this piece. It is also why I play. I am impressed at your continuous ability to pick the precise details of Brett's occasional intonation issues. My ear is not that good yet. (Maybe one day?) I learn so much from listening to and watching imperfect performers, as we get to see the imperfections, talk about them and learn why they happened and how to improve on/from them. Surprise Mr Roger! Ohmygoodness. I also agree, 4th finger is always the best finger. 3 Reply @burgundy.v 1 year ago Thank you so much! As a non-musician, such reaction videos are very useful and interesting. Looking forward to the 2nd and 3rd movements reaction! 27 Reply Simon Streuff Violin-Education · 4 replies @BreddyBang 1 year ago Not an experienced violinist, so I appreciate the analysis. In my eyes it’s beautiful, but the way you explain adds another layer. Thank you for this 50 Reply Simon Streuff Violin-Education · 1 reply @desireemau9467 1 year ago Thanks for this detailed critique. It was very well thought-out and informative. I was very impressed with Brett's performance and he inspired me to work on the Mendelssohn myself. It has been a great experience overall and your insights on Brett's performance will only enhance my own playing. I can't wait for the second movement! 6 Reply @amandas.6500 1 year ago 27:03 what a great tip for bowing technique! Thank you for pointing it out & demonstrating! 8 Reply @gentlespirit4 1 year ago Thank you, Sir, for sharing your thoughts and opinions of Brett Yang's (of TwoSet Violin with Eddy Chen) performance. Hope you'll enjoy the rest of this lovely holiday season. Stay warm and take care. 19 Reply Simon Streuff Violin-Education · 1 reply @tamarsharma3914 9 months ago It is important to distinguish and be able to learn from the performance of different musicians, thank you for the critique and very helpful observations! I am gonna send this video to my son who is learning the first page of this concerto.. many thanks! Reply @susanbryant6516 1 year ago Yes please to more reviews of this concert! 8 Reply @davidspear9007 1 year ago Thank you for your wonderful honest and generous critique - it was truly fascinating to listen to your insights into Brett's beautiful performance. 10 Reply @Aleatorio693 1 year ago I like Brett's interpretation of this concerto. For me, right now, Mendelssohn violin concerto is my favorite concerto. I would say that my favorite part from Brett's playing is the 2nd movement. But my favorite version of this concerto is by Ray Chen — it's really beautiful and have a very clean playing, nothing that I would say: "wait, something's strange here...". Good video! 18 Reply @sarasate89 1 year ago Thanks for this! I loved hearing your thoughts and explanations. Watching this live (over livestream) was a fantastic experience. I had to watch it multiple times, as watching live I couldn't relax as I knew how much the performance meant to him! 5 Reply @angelmccoy4884 1 year ago Do I simp Brett Yang? Who doesn't? lol #ProudTwoSetter ❤‍🔥 9 Reply @hildewong5281 1 year ago Thank you making this video. I appreciate your comments and highlighting what was important in his playing during a live performance. It was inspiring to know that making music and drawing the emotions are more important that the slight intonation issues. I look forward to your comments on the Bach Double and the Paganini. 8 Reply @winterswallows 1 year ago What a great video Simon, it is insightful, thoughtful and oh-so professional!. Thank you for your excellent review. I was so lost in Brett's beautiful performance, that I missed or ignored all those tiny "hiccups" I just love his interpretation, I have loved Brett and Eddy from their first post, they have done something impossible, bringing classical music to the masses and all done with humour and humbleness. I look forward to the next movements. I have subscribed, I love your analytical mind. 8 Reply @marcoscabrera5357 1 year ago Simon! Thank you so much for this! I love your respect and above all your humbleness when talking about Brett’s musicality and skills. I learn a lot from yogur videos. 6 Reply @bananana4599 1 year ago Thank you for this! Im a non-musician so this is fascinating to watch. I love hearing opinions on what was good and what could have been good/better. Mendelssohn is a piece that took me a while to appreciate, and once i began to like it I couldn’t help but compare famous soloists from each other. Obviously Brett’s isnt at their level… but i did find myself holding my breath at times because it was so lovely. I hope you can make a part 2! 18 Reply @kristinajohansson5099 1 year ago (edited) Please go on and also give Eddy critique. They have contributed to my journey to discover the classical music more deeply than I ever have before. I learning the piano, listen to music, go to our concerthall and of course I am a twoset fan. And listen to you help my journey even more. I am so impressed of their concert. You talking about it, deepens my experience more. 5 Reply @Aeliaable 1 year ago This is awesome! Your explanations are very thorough! So much detail! I feel I can better appreciate this performance now 6 Reply @aldoingermany 1 year ago Fantastic approach to learning! Thanks. Reply @auricia201 1 year ago This kind of insight on classical music is the reason I subscribed to twoset, so I'm happy I found your review! Even though it was aimed at violinists, as a non musician, it helps me appreciate classical music more 😊 Subscribed! 26 Reply 1 reply @Jay-gl1ch 1 year ago I am a self-taught violinist (who incidentally, also referenced from your past videos!). I'm not a music major but I do perform sometimes for uni events. I always came out of "auditions" heartbroken as I underperform a lot (shaky bow and very very off intonation). But I discovered something from those utter failures. I was "closing" my playing too much. Rigid in its pursuit for perfection, it ends up straying farther from a satisfactory musical experience. It sounds counterintuitive, but being free is what matters on stage. I really appreciate how you bring out this idea in this video. I'm on my way to breaking free from seeking perfectionism and hopes it brings me to a better place haha! P.S. I reference Hilary Hahn's recordings so there's that as well It's always a bad idea to expect such level for a hobbyist like me but watching them has helped me a lot in my journey. 11 Reply @dmwalker24 1 year ago Yes the shifts can be a bit noisy, but if I'm honest, I kind of enjoy it. I'm so glad to hear you say that some performances of this concerto can be rather 'odd', because I was worried that was just my quirky impression. In Brett's performance I see a fairly coherent idea of what the piece should be, and it's also rather clear where there is influence from both Ray Chen, and Hilary. Not bad sources to draw inspiration from. I think he did a wonderful job, and I think you're right that he is a far more serious and impressive musician than they often like to portray in their videos. 6 Reply @johnpeers6540 1 year ago Simply great! 2 Reply @mille_fiori 11 months ago Your video suddenly popped up out of nowhere. At first I thought that diving into such deep details might destroy the musical impression, but the opposite was the case: your explanations are so exciting and comprehensible that I watched the video in one go. Thank you for the many explanations and the immersion in both the technical details and the interpretation of the music. It was a lot of fun! Reply @susanbryant6516 1 year ago Very interesting to see the way you actively critique and observe, and yes, I did learn something from your analysis. 4 Reply @toramenor 1 year ago I really enjoyed your comments (even though I'm not a violinist). "Who isn't a simp for Brett?" :) lol Also, I agree with what you said in the end, that in some respects Brett's performance was better than some professional soloists' (not in technique of course, but maybe in musicality or the emotion he was able to convey). 7 Reply