this "little girl" is a renowned trumpet player named Melissa Venema from the Netherlands. She has played w/ many symphonies around the world. The piece is NOT Taps and is not meant to be. The name of it is "Il Silenzio", written in 1965 by Nini Rosso; it was commissioned by the Netherlands to be played on the 20th anniversary of their liberation. Tchaichovsky used a similar melody to open one of his compositions after hearing an Italian cavalry regiment from his hotel room.
Thank you Amy. I've been pulling my hair out. Well I don't have any but you get the gist. I believe in artists getting credit when it's due. Still an outstanding performance by that young lady
Thanks for beautiful explanation. I knew it was inxpired by a traditional italian cavalry song, but I didn't know about Tchaikowsky inspiration in his piece. Thanks.
How can so many dislike this?????? Are you a service man that ever saw your fellow friend, brother in arms, killed in action?? This song is not a "jazz assumable", it is the single that says goodbye to our brothers. Our fallen Brothers last Honor. Stick to the original song. And yes I am a combat US Marine that has buried many a Brother.
Thank you Sergeant for sharing this wonderful story, the emotion behind the performance now comes to life. God Bless our Soldiers and you for the post... Now if I could just get this bloody advertisement off my page :)
For the uninformed who have made slanderous remarks about this playing. And also for those who care and appreciate this playing, but simply didn't know the background. "Il Silenzio" is indeed military in origin. It was adapted from an old Belgian cavalry charge. I've posted the story of this video below. In a cemetery about six miles from the Dutch city of Maastricht lie buried 8,301 American soldiers who died in "Operation Market Garden" in the battles to liberate the Netherlands in the fall and winter of 1944-5. Every one of the men buried in the cemetery, as well as those in the Canadian and British military cemeteries has been adopted by a Dutch family who tend the grave and keep alive the memory of the soldier they have adopted. It is the custom to keep a portrait of "their" foreign soldier in a place of honour in their home. Annually on "Liberation Day", Memorial Services are held for the men who died to liberate the Netherlands. The day concludes with a concert, at which "Il Silenzio" has always been the concluding piece. In 2008 the soloist was a 13-year-old Dutch girl, Melissa Venema, backed by André Rieu and the Royal Orchestra of the Netherlands. Sincere thanks to Miss Venema, Mr. Rieu, the Royal Orchestra of the Netherlands, and to the people of the Netherlands. Sgt. Moore 5th Marines 2/1 Vietnam 1969-71
Wonderful, I can hear taps but also hear the mournful sound of the soldiers who gave their lives and went to live in the great beyond. Thanks you Rikk0 for I would have always wondered how the trumpet added such a beautiful melody for soldiers to hear then and now. Melissa played until tears escaped my eyes. My father was a Navy veteran. My daughter-in-law lost her father tonight. He was an Army veteran. 78 to not walk this earth again. My father and hers both joined. No draft back then.
Rikki0 Thank you Rikki0 for sharing this. I have a dear friend whos father is buried in that cemetery. He and the Dutch family that adopted his father stay in regular contact and he went to visit his father a few years ago. I did not know about Il Silenzio however. Again, thanks for sharing.
Why does everyone care? It's HER tribute to the MILITARY and it was done absolutely beautiful!!!! THANK HER, PRAISE HER and give credit to where it is due!! JESUS!!! Quit being so rude and such cry babies!
I have tears streaming down my face. Remembering all those who served and died for the freedoms we have. I salute all military veterans and their families. Thank you very much!
I would like to dedicate tis to Harold Richard Wells from Springfield Ohio who was buried Yesterday Nov 11 2014.May God go with you . Served Phan Rang Viet Nam .1968 1969
This is "Il Silenzio" not Taps, but is often mistaken for it. It was written in 1965 by trumpet player Nini Rosso and Guglielmo Brezza, it is coined the "Italian Cavalry Call" , you want to hear the entire "TAPS" it is only 24 notes in it's entirety.
Yep. I saw this on FB today and went 'umm that's not 'Taps'' Still a beautiful and poignant tune regardless. For all that were called and went from any nation. Thank you for your courage, your sacrifice, and your dedication to your brothers and sisters. God bless.
I believe this girl " Melissa" to be talented and brought about something with so much feeling I was spellbound and those watching were likewise . Bless her....
Taps is a variation of an earlier bugle call known as the Scott Tattoo which was used in the U.S. from 1835 until 1860, and was arranged in its present form by the Union Army Brigadier General Daniel Butterfield, an American Civil War general in July 1862 to replace a previous French bugle call used to signal "lights out". "Taps" was used by both Union and Confederate forces. It was officially recognized by the United States Army in 1874.
I love the Talent of this young lady, yes it is not TAP's as we know, but it gives this old retired soldier war veteran the goose bumps all over hearing her superb play. I just first heard this today on OAN "One American News Network" If I could I would convince the Department of Defense to have her record a new version of taps to be played at military bases, military funerals and so on. What is better than to have it played by a young American, Trumpet players are becoming rare, I hear tap's played every night at a near by Air Force Base and think her talented style while playing the old taps would be really welcomed.
This is "Il Silenzio" not Taps, but is often mistaken for it. It was written in 1965 by trumpet player Nini Rosso and Guglielmo Brezza, its thematic melody being an extension of the same Italian Cavalry bugle call used by the Russian composer Tchaikovsky to open his Capriccio Italien (often mistaken for the U.S. military bugle call "Taps".) She plays this beautifully. You can hear the echo to Taps in it. I love the sound of it.
Ronald, I play taps at military ceremonies and funerals. I've played at Arlington. I studied the history of how taps was written. I thank you for your historically correct comment. You're right, this can be mistaken. But make no mistake about it, the two pieces are not one of the same. And this girl played this tone and pitch perfect. As a trumpet player who has been playing for over 30 years, I know talent when it comes to the trumpet. There is learned talent and there is "born" talent. This girl is rare, very rare. It takes some people years to get a tone like she has. This is a natural raw born talent, that most of us rarely get to see or hear. Simply breath taking.
Robert H, as a retired USAF E-9, now 73 years old, I thank you for playing taps at our military ceremonies. We need more like you that can do this. Taps is my favorite and the only tune to be played at our military funerals. Just the same, I also enjoy hearing this tune known as "Il Silenzio" for it similarity to our military "Taps".
I am a trumpet player myself, and this girl has an amazing tone quality. Even though it is not the traditional taps, this is very beautiful. She is very talented.
After having Listened to this Extraordinary Tribute, the intention is a tribute to US Military both alive and gone. The heading explains it as a Military Tribute in honor of our soldiers. For that I give the young lady Kudos, she has done something many do not she has given a performance dedicated from her heart to those Men who served, All gave Some, SOME GAVE ALL !! Any one who berates this performance should sit down and remain silent, because to be thought a fool is one thing, but to open ones mouth and remove all doubt is another.
Wow, I am a retired trumpet player and have played the shorter version of taps at many military funerals but have never sounded this good. She is nothing short of GREAT!
@Director347 So was I!!! 7 1/2 years active duty. Did 3 years Navy reserves after that. Currently in my 13th year of Air Force reserves. Open up your ears and listen! Whichever came first, it's more than clear that one inspired the other! It's a beautiful piece nonetheless, and this young lady is very talented despite all you "haters" out there! I challenge anyone of you to stand up in front of a crowd that large and just tell them your name and where you're from! It ain't easy.
I've read most of the comments and some I agree with and some I don't. I'm ex-military and have heard taps many times. I was not offended by the music. I thought it was beautiful and wish there was some way I could have a copy of it. I have read many stories of how our military taps originated. I don't know which is correct. The one I liked was that a General in the civil war during a lull in a battle. It was night and the many soldiers lying in field. Some dead and some not. There was one soldier moaning and General ordered a few men to retrieve that soldier and they did. It was the Generals son who he had sent to music school but enlisted after attending for awhile. He was composing a piece of music and it was found on the soldier after he had died. It wasn't complete. It was taps. I don't know if this is true or not but it makes a great story.
I'm a retired U.S. Army Sergeant First Class and I will tell you that I have never heard a more beautiful rendering of "Taps" in my life. As I approach my final formation, that is one of only two pieces of music I want played at my memorial service. This version would be entirely appropriate.
to those who serve, and have served. thank you. for those who have fallen, thank you and may you rest in peace. pappy, it is an honor for me to have been your granddaughter. ill see you again some day. R.I.P. Corporal Frank J Suranofsky circa Korean War
The actual song is called Il Silenzio. Taps is taken from it, look it up, the words are beautiful. It is about the silence that the end of the day brings and it makes it that much more touching when you think of when 'Taps' is played.
BTW, that is not the traditional taps that buglers used during war or during funerals! Taps original came from a Union officer during the civil war, and this is not at all what him and his bugler created. The reason I now or my source is that I am a bugler for a Civil War Reenacting unit, and am also a bugler in boy scout troop...
Read my post its a simple explanation, Its is not TAPS it is a Military style tribute played on a bugle or Trumpet. She does not claim to be playing TAPS she has included some of the Bars from the Original in her arrangement.
Okay lets get this straight she is not playing TAPS but an arrangement using some of the same notes as played in TAPS. It is a Military Tribute arranged around the sounds of Bugle calls. She is playing a Tribute to the Military and not TAPS itself. Just because it says Military Tribute does it mean it has to be TAPS. There are many arrangements of Military Bugle calls. So cut the Young Lady a break, I don't see you up there playing a rousing tribute, so to me that makes you incapabale of even standing in JUdgement of her.
l Silenzio (Silence in English) is an Italian pop music instrumental piece, with a small part of spoken Italian lyrics, notable for its trumpet theme. It was written in 1965 by trumpet player Nini Rosso and Guglielmo Brezza, its thematic melody being an extension of the same Italian Cavalry bugle call used by the Russian composer Tchaikovsky to open his Capriccio Italien (often mistaken for the U.S. military bugle call "Taps".)
To all the confused people out there. I am a former military bugler and current Police Honor Guard Bugler. This is not TAPS. This is "Il Silencio" by Italian Nini Rossi. It sounds similar, but other than that, there is no connection. This young lady is playing this at a concert by Andre Rieu (The Flying Dutchman). I might add that This young lady is an amazing trumpeter.
I started playing trumpet in 6th grade and I don't think I ever played this beautifully! It isn't exactly our rendition of Taps as it is written but it is none the less beautiful!!! Oh, and I am 51 now and a year ago I was just about playing as well as I ever had and still couldn't do what she is doing in front of all of these people! She has very clear tone and isn't afraid to improvise either. And that last note is hard to hit by any trumpeter who hasn't been playing for several years!!
Why is everyone criticizing her, when it is the conductor who directs the musicians. duh, it is like a director of a movie about our past. Hello. Hey, I don't see any of you who criticized her on a stage at 14 playing in front of not only an audience but a professional symphony. Kudo's to her. :)
reasoning777: I agree with you, Sir. I just last month attended my uncle's funeral (WWII amputee, 3 Purple Hearts) I can say without reservation that he would have agreed that this was evocative of Taps, and he, being an emotional guy, would have been moved to tears by the memories and associations as well. It brought tears to my eyes too, making me think of him, and all of our military. Who can denigrate that? Thanks for your post, and most of all, thank you for your service. I honor you.
Rest in piece Philip you fought well I am going to follow you in your way R.I.P Philip D. McGeath. 1st Battalion,6th Marines,2nd Marine Division II Marine Expeditionary Force,Camp Lejeune,North Carolina.
Folks this is an ensemble. It is what makes ever great song better. Someone takes a song and makes it their own. I say congratulations to her. She is a young lady who obviously is talented...so what if you think she skipped a few notes,big deal! I could never do what she did and I love the song and feeling it evoked when I heard it.
"Il Silenzio" is a memorial piece commissioned by the Dutch and first played in 1965 on the 20th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands. They play this song every year. Melissa plays this beautifuly and I know it's difficult to play as I Play it also.
My brother in law served in world war 2 he never came back the brave American soldier he was fearless this wasn't the exact song but it was close enough it reminded me of him i miss him I didn't even know him all I know is he never came back from Europe
Il Silenzio (Silence in English) is an Italian pop music instrumental piece, with a small part of spoken Italian lyrics, notable for its trumpet theme. It was written in 1965 by trumpet player Nini Rosso and Guglielmo Brezza[1], its thematic melody being an extension of the bugle military call for taps. It has become a worldwide instrumental standard, which has sold around 10 million copies.[
I'm ten years old and I play the trumpet and I had to play this song for my grandpa that was in the military and I cried during it and I still play it for memorials and more it's really sad
Gavin I sincerely thank you for your reply. It's very sad when adults respond the way they do. You be true to your heart. I've been creating online memorials for 10 years now for our Country's Fallen Heroes. With each memorial that I create I select music to go with it. Celtic Woman allows me to use their music for the memorials i create. The songs that I use were not created for military memorials yet they create a moment of remembrance. We owe everything to our military for preserving our freedoms. Sadly there are those whose opinions are very disrespectful. I would be honored if you would record this song for me to use on A Hero's Tribute.Org. I know your grandpa is very proud of you.
Il Silenzio (Silence in English) is an Italian pop music instrumental piece, with a small part of spoken Italian lyrics, notable for its trumpet theme. It was written in 1965 by trumpet player Nini Rosso and Guglielmo Brezza[1], its thematic melody being an extension of the bugle military call for taps. It has become a worldwide instrumental standard, which has sold around 10 million copies.[ WIKIPEDIA]
This is a re-composition of The Funeral, by Nino Rossi, called Il Silencio. The original (the Funeral), was composed by Ennio Morricone, for an Italian movie called "The Return of Ringo" in 1965. Look up The Return of Ringo / The Funeral and you'll hear the original by Ennio Morricone
She is good, but for those who have said this is the "original" version of taps they are HIGHLY mistaken!!! TAPS was written on the battle field during the civil war. Although it is a beautiful interpretation. I am a bugler for Bugles Across America and I have played Taps numerous time for the fallen of our country. Including friends and family so I commend this girl for arranging this, It's amazing and good to know people are thinking of our country's fallen soldiers
If you knew the occasion that the girl was playing the version of taps at, you would not be so upset. During "Market Garden" exercise in Holland during WWII, many Americans were KIA while liberating the country from the Nazi's. A Dutch family assisted an American Paratrooper. He was later killed in action, but the family maintained contact with his American family. Every year the city holds a memorial dedicated to him and his fellow soldiers. At the ceremony, she played 'taps'.
Beautifully played, thank you! "Always be strong and courageous! And be not afraid! Nor be discouraged for Our FATHER, your GOD! will always be with you, where ever you may go." Be Blessed!!! ref to: (JOSHUA 1-9).
IL SILENZIO was written by an Italian musician called Nini Rosso in the 1960's! Taps was written and performed in the middle of the 19th century! (1850-1860's) This version is very touching and close to the original!
People, people: THIS IS NOT TAPS. It is not intended to be Taps. It is "Il Silenzio" written by two Italians: Nini Rossi and Gugleilmo Brezza in 1965. Taps probably originated during the Civil War. The incredibly talented girl is Melissa Venema from the Netherlands. She was 13 at the time of this performance.
The version being played here is not TAPS. It is a song called Il Silenzio or The Silence. She did a great job on it. At this speed it tears at the heartstrings. very nice
Semper Fi to all my fellow Marines, someone told me of this video today, had to see it..although it was difficult to see thru my tears,As a Vietnam vet, I remember that "all gave some, some gave all".RIP ,all those that died for freedom......
Oh, okay, thank you so much for clarifying that. I think it's a very gorgeous piece. Such a haunting melody and a very fitting name for it as well! Thank you again for sharing this with me! I really appreciate it!
Yes, she is 12. Her name is Melissa Venema and she plays under the tutelage of Andre Richieu, a very famous and beloved musician known around the world.
This song is called "Il Silenzio" and it's the Italian version of Taps. I originally heard a version of this when I was in the Boy Scouts. They played Taps one night, then from across the lake, someone else played a version of this song. I'll never forget it.
OMG!!! This was a breathtaking rendition!!! No, it didn't sound at all like Taps, but it had the hauntingness of that song to it and this child did an absolutely awesome performance!!! God bless her!!!
Union Army General Daniel Butterfield - 1876 created the version of Taps from an old call. The original song was an Italian Cavalry bugle call used by Russian composer Tchaikovsky to open his Capriccio Italien and the last 5 and 1/2 measures 24 notes) were modified by General Butterfield and became the U.S. military version used today. The term TAPS originated from the three drum Taps by a solitary soldier on the parade ground signaling lights out when there was no bugler to play it.
As a 15 year old Trumpet playing in rotc coming from a military family i know this is not taps. However it is a beutiful song that pays tribute all the same. Get pissed off all you like but dont comment on it. You may come from military but that does not give you the right to comment on it about a 14 year old girl playing a tribute song. Shame on you!
this "little girl" is a renowned trumpet player named Melissa Venema from the Netherlands. She has played w/ many symphonies around the world. The piece is NOT Taps and is not meant to be. The name of it is "Il Silenzio", written in 1965 by Nini Rosso; it was commissioned by the Netherlands to be played on the 20th anniversary of their liberation. Tchaichovsky used a similar melody to open one of his compositions after hearing an Italian cavalry regiment from his hotel room.
This is a different version, the first version was used in the American Civil war
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Thank you Amy. I've been pulling my hair out. Well I don't have any but you get the gist. I believe in artists getting credit when it's due. Still an outstanding performance by that young lady
Thanks for beautiful explanation. I knew it was inxpired by a traditional italian cavalry song, but I didn't know about Tchaikowsky inspiration in his piece. Thanks.
How can so many dislike this?????? Are you a service man that ever saw your fellow friend, brother in arms, killed in action?? This song is not a "jazz assumable", it is the single that says goodbye to our brothers. Our fallen Brothers last Honor. Stick to the original song. And yes I am a combat US Marine that has buried many a Brother.
Thank you Sergeant for sharing this wonderful story, the emotion behind the performance now comes to life. God Bless our Soldiers and you for the post... Now if I could just get this bloody advertisement off my page :)
+Jerry Childs download adblock its free and it works.
I listen to this every year and still get goose bumps and reflect on my years served.
For the uninformed who have made slanderous remarks about this playing. And also for those who care and appreciate this playing, but simply didn't know the background. "Il Silenzio" is indeed military in origin. It was adapted from an old Belgian cavalry charge. I've posted the story of this video below.
In a cemetery about six miles from the Dutch city of Maastricht lie buried 8,301 American soldiers who died in "Operation Market Garden" in the battles to liberate the Netherlands in the fall and winter of 1944-5. Every one of the men buried in the cemetery, as well as those in the Canadian and British military cemeteries has been adopted by a Dutch family who tend the grave and keep alive the memory of the soldier they have adopted. It is the custom to keep a portrait of "their" foreign soldier in a place of honour in their home. Annually on "Liberation Day", Memorial Services are held for the men who died to liberate the Netherlands. The day concludes with a concert, at which "Il Silenzio" has always been the concluding piece.
In 2008 the soloist was a 13-year-old Dutch girl, Melissa Venema, backed by André Rieu and the Royal Orchestra of the Netherlands.
Sincere thanks to Miss Venema, Mr. Rieu, the Royal Orchestra of the Netherlands, and to the people of the Netherlands.
Sgt. Moore 5th Marines 2/1 Vietnam 1969-71
Wonderful, I can hear taps but also hear the mournful sound of the soldiers who gave their lives and went to live in the great beyond. Thanks you Rikk0 for I would have always wondered how the trumpet added such a beautiful melody for soldiers to hear then and now. Melissa played until tears escaped my eyes. My father was a Navy veteran. My daughter-in-law lost her father tonight. He was an Army veteran. 78 to not walk this earth again. My father and hers both joined. No draft back then.
Rikki0 Thank you Rikki0 for sharing this. I have a dear friend whos father is buried in that cemetery. He and the Dutch family that adopted his father stay in regular contact and he went to visit his father a few years ago. I did not know about Il Silenzio however. Again, thanks for sharing.
This is a beautiful tune played perfectly by this lovely girl. Greetings from Ireland.
Why does everyone care? It's HER tribute to the MILITARY and it was done absolutely beautiful!!!! THANK HER, PRAISE HER and give credit to where it is due!! JESUS!!! Quit being so rude and such cry babies!
I have tears streaming down my face. Remembering all those who served and died for the freedoms we have. I salute all military veterans and their families. Thank you very much!
One of the most beautiful renditions of the Military Taps that I have ever herd
this girl is phenomenal
This retired soldier would be PROUD to have this played at my funeral!
What a wonderful God given talent that young woman has.
BRAVO!!
Very beautiful rendition of "Il Silenzio". Don't be sad that such brave men have died, but that such brave men have lived.
Il Silenzio is such a beautiful piece. Absolutely amazing!
One of the most beautiful pieces of music I have ever heard.
I would like to dedicate tis to Harold Richard Wells from Springfield Ohio who was buried Yesterday Nov 11 2014.May God go with you . Served Phan Rang Viet Nam .1968 1969
This is "Il Silenzio" not Taps, but is often mistaken for it. It was written in 1965 by trumpet player Nini Rosso and Guglielmo Brezza, it is coined the "Italian Cavalry Call" , you want to hear the entire "TAPS" it is only 24 notes in it's entirety.
Yep. I saw this on FB today and went 'umm that's not 'Taps'' Still a beautiful and poignant tune regardless. For all that were called and went from any nation. Thank you for your courage, your sacrifice, and your dedication to your brothers and sisters. God bless.
this girl is poetry in motion
Never heard Taps played so beautifully. This young lady has a gift from God in her talent. Bravo, Bravo, Bravo
il silenzio
I believe this girl " Melissa" to be talented and brought about something with so much feeling I was spellbound and those watching were likewise . Bless her....
Edward Jamieson Melissa, you rule!!!!
Taps is a variation of an earlier bugle call known as the Scott Tattoo which was used in the U.S. from 1835 until 1860, and was arranged in its present form by the Union Army Brigadier General Daniel Butterfield, an American Civil War general in July 1862 to replace a previous French bugle call used to signal "lights out". "Taps" was used by both Union and Confederate forces. It was officially recognized by the United States Army in 1874.
Taps doesn't sound anything like Scott Tattoo. The only similarities is their limited tones, and that's because the bugle can not play a full range.
Vicki Casanova
General Butterfield only used the last 5 bars of scott's tattoo then rearranged the pitch with his bugler
I love the Talent of this young lady, yes it is not TAP's as we know, but it gives this old retired soldier war veteran the goose bumps all over hearing her superb play. I just first heard this today on OAN "One American News Network" If I could I would convince the Department of Defense to have her record a new version of taps to be played at military bases, military funerals and so on. What is better than to have it played by a young American, Trumpet players are becoming rare, I hear tap's played every night at a near by Air Force Base and think her talented style while playing the old taps would be really welcomed.
She's so great, brings tears to my eye, thinking of my brother's and sister's.!! Awesome job sweat heart. !!!!! . Love,U.S.M.C
This is "Il Silenzio" not Taps, but is often mistaken for it. It was written in 1965 by trumpet player Nini Rosso and Guglielmo Brezza, its thematic melody being an extension of the same Italian Cavalry bugle call used by the Russian composer Tchaikovsky to open his Capriccio Italien (often mistaken for the U.S. military bugle call "Taps".) She plays this beautifully. You can hear the echo to Taps in it. I love the sound of it.
Ronald, I play taps at military ceremonies and funerals. I've played at Arlington. I studied the history of how taps was written. I thank you for your historically correct comment. You're right, this can be mistaken. But make no mistake about it, the two pieces are not one of the same. And this girl played this tone and pitch perfect. As a trumpet player who has been playing for over 30 years, I know talent when it comes to the trumpet. There is learned talent and there is "born" talent. This girl is rare, very rare. It takes some people years to get a tone like she has. This is a natural raw born talent, that most of us rarely get to see or hear. Simply breath taking.
Robert H, as a retired USAF E-9, now 73 years old, I thank you for playing taps at our military ceremonies. We need more like you that can do this. Taps is my favorite and the only tune to be played at our military funerals. Just the same, I also enjoy hearing this tune known as "Il Silenzio" for it similarity to our military "Taps".
Ronald Huntley
It's my honor sir, to do this. I was in the USAF from 1983 to 1994.
Robert H I was in from 1959 - 1982. Guess we missed serving together. I was a 22350 my first five years and then went on to become a 55390.
2A571 on this end.
This girl is playing with the world-reknowned orchestra of Andre Rieu (from the Netherlands). She is Melissa Venema also from the Netherlands.
I am a trumpet player myself, and this girl has an amazing tone quality. Even though it is not the traditional taps, this is very beautiful. She is very talented.
What a lovely rendition by a very talented young lady !I just loved it, well done.
After having Listened to this Extraordinary Tribute, the intention is a tribute to US Military both alive and gone. The heading explains it as a Military Tribute in honor of our soldiers. For that I give the young lady Kudos, she has done something many do not she has given a performance dedicated from her heart to those Men who served, All gave Some, SOME GAVE ALL !! Any one who berates this performance should sit down and remain silent, because to be thought a fool is one thing, but to open ones mouth and remove all doubt is another.
Once again, as a Military retiree, I believe this would be appropriate to be played at my funeral. Her grasp of the music is astonishing!!
+Jerry Childs that was beautiful I loved it thanks for putting it up 😀😀😀😀
Well played; certainly impressive. Thanks for sharing.
Wow, I am a retired trumpet player and have played the shorter version of taps at many military funerals but have never sounded this good. She is nothing short of GREAT!
BlueIce Gaming Its adopted from Taps.... this is obvious if you listen to the notes..,,
Wow, that was... incredible. That girl has the most talent I've ever seen out of an instrument player around her age... just... amazing. Bravo
@Director347 So was I!!! 7 1/2 years active duty. Did 3 years Navy reserves after that. Currently in my 13th year of Air Force reserves. Open up your ears and listen! Whichever came first, it's more than clear that one inspired the other! It's a beautiful piece nonetheless, and this young lady is very talented despite all you "haters" out there! I challenge anyone of you to stand up in front of a crowd that large and just tell them your name and where you're from! It ain't easy.
This version of taps was in the end of American sniper
Not taps
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A lot of talent for such a young lady, I did not know this was how the original was played. Bravo Bravo young lady.
If this dont bring tears to your eyes.....
This is a beautiful rendition. She is very good.
as she plays from her heart and soul...with such beauty and passion..thank you for sharing this with us..
I've read most of the comments and some I agree with and some I don't. I'm ex-military and have heard taps many times. I was not offended by the music. I thought it was beautiful and wish there was some way I could have a copy of it. I have read many stories of how our military taps originated. I don't know which is correct. The one I liked was that a General in the civil war during a lull in a battle. It was night and the many soldiers lying in field. Some dead and some not. There was one soldier moaning and General ordered a few men to retrieve that soldier and they did. It was the Generals son who he had sent to music school but enlisted after attending for awhile. He was composing a piece of music and it was found on the soldier after he had died. It wasn't complete. It was taps. I don't know if this is true or not but it makes a great story.
I'm a retired U.S. Army Sergeant First Class and I will tell you that I have never heard a more beautiful rendering of "Taps" in my life. As I approach my final formation, that is one of only two pieces of music I want played at my memorial service. This version would be entirely appropriate.
unbelievably beautiful rendition of taps... what a lovely talent she possesses. thank you for the post!
to those who serve, and have served. thank you. for those who have fallen, thank you and may you rest in peace. pappy, it is an honor for me to have been your granddaughter. ill see you again some day. R.I.P. Corporal Frank J Suranofsky circa Korean War
Geez it put tears in my eyes.Bless her,very talented young girl.
The actual song is called Il Silenzio. Taps is taken from it, look it up, the words are beautiful. It is about the silence that the end of the day brings and it makes it that much more touching when you think of when 'Taps' is played.
Ummmm.. Il Silenzio is an instrumental piece of Italian pop music, written in 1965. There is no relationship with Taps whatsoever. Look it up...lol
Tears, pride, humbling - amazing.
BTW, that is not the traditional taps that buglers used during war or during funerals! Taps original came from a Union officer during the civil war, and this is not at all what him and his bugler created. The reason I now or my source is that I am a bugler for a Civil War Reenacting unit, and am also a bugler in boy scout troop...
Read my post its a simple explanation, Its is not TAPS it is a Military style tribute played on a bugle or Trumpet. She does not claim to be playing TAPS she has included some of the Bars from the Original in her arrangement.
Dude same and she's being directed its not from the heart she's watching someone
Okay lets get this straight she is not playing TAPS but an arrangement using some of the same notes as played in TAPS. It is a Military Tribute arranged around the sounds of Bugle calls. She is playing a Tribute to the Military and not TAPS itself. Just because it says Military Tribute does it mean it has to be TAPS. There are many arrangements of Military Bugle calls. So cut the Young Lady a break, I don't see you up there playing a rousing tribute, so to me that makes you incapabale of even standing in JUdgement of her.
l Silenzio (Silence in English) is an Italian pop music instrumental piece, with a small part of spoken Italian lyrics, notable for its trumpet theme. It was written in 1965 by trumpet player Nini Rosso and Guglielmo Brezza, its thematic melody being an extension of the same Italian Cavalry bugle call used by the Russian composer Tchaikovsky to open his Capriccio Italien (often mistaken for the U.S. military bugle call "Taps".)
Goose bumps absolutely beautiful!
this has nothing to do with military.
It's the piece "Il Silenzio" by Nini Rosso.
To all the confused people out there. I am a former military bugler and current Police Honor Guard Bugler. This is not TAPS. This is "Il Silencio" by Italian Nini Rossi. It sounds similar, but other than that, there is no connection. This young lady is playing this at a concert by Andre Rieu (The Flying Dutchman). I might add that This young lady is an amazing trumpeter.
This is beautiful. I play Taps at funerals and have for over 20+ years. I would love this piece played for my funeral.
Wow, I never thought of the bugle as a beautiful instrument until just now after watching this video. Beautiful!!!
BEAUTIFUL!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!
I started playing trumpet in 6th grade and I don't think I ever played this beautifully! It isn't exactly our rendition of Taps as it is written but it is none the less beautiful!!! Oh, and I am 51 now and a year ago I was just about playing as well as I ever had and still couldn't do what she is doing in front of all of these people! She has very clear tone and isn't afraid to improvise either. And that last note is hard to hit by any trumpeter who hasn't been playing for several years!!
Rest In Peace Chin. So many words not said. So many things not done. Will remember You, your Smile, giggle and laughter.
Il Silenzio is not taps they sound similar but two different musical piece.
Why is everyone criticizing her, when it is the conductor who directs the musicians. duh, it is like a director of a movie about our past. Hello. Hey, I don't see any of you who criticized her on a stage at 14 playing in front of not only an audience but a professional symphony. Kudo's to her. :)
as good as it gets.so gifted so young god bless her.Nicky.(Ireland)
reasoning777: I agree with you, Sir. I just last month attended my uncle's funeral (WWII amputee, 3 Purple Hearts) I can say without reservation that he would have agreed that this was evocative of Taps, and he, being an emotional guy, would have been moved to tears by the memories and associations as well. It brought tears to my eyes too, making me think of him, and all of our military. Who can denigrate that? Thanks for your post, and most of all, thank you for your service. I honor you.
awesome! just plain awesome!
What's up girl seen you and John pictures on you tube
So how it's marriage life good i hope just seeing how your was doing
Rest in piece Philip you fought well I am going to follow you in your way R.I.P Philip D. McGeath. 1st Battalion,6th Marines,2nd Marine Division II Marine Expeditionary Force,Camp Lejeune,North Carolina.
+Cooper McGeath Semper Fidelis
Thank you dad thank you mom for helping this nation fight for our freedom. I love you both very much. rest in peace dad.😚
Beautiful tone and vibrato! Chilling. Excellent.
This right here, is pure perfection :') Ecpecially for the song ;)
Great heart-felt tribute...
Very
Folks this is an ensemble. It is what makes ever great song better. Someone takes a song and makes it their own. I say congratulations to her. She is a young lady who obviously is talented...so what if you think she skipped a few notes,big deal! I could never do what she did and I love the song and feeling it evoked when I heard it.
El Silencio ( The Silence ) is the actual name of the song she is playing.
"Il Silenzio" is a memorial piece commissioned by the Dutch and first played in 1965 on the 20th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands. They play this song every year. Melissa plays this beautifuly and I know it's difficult to play as I Play it also.
My brother in law served in world war 2 he never came back the brave American soldier he was fearless this wasn't the exact song but it was close enough it reminded me of him i miss him I didn't even know him all I know is he never came back from Europe
Complements of Wikipedia and verified as fact and it still remains that that girl can really play the horn.
Il Silenzio (Silence in English) is an Italian pop music instrumental piece, with a small part of spoken Italian lyrics, notable for its trumpet theme. It was written in 1965 by trumpet player Nini Rosso and Guglielmo Brezza[1], its thematic melody being an extension of the bugle military call for taps. It has become a worldwide instrumental standard, which has sold around 10 million copies.[
I'm ten years old and I play the trumpet and I had to play this song for my grandpa that was in the military and I cried during it and I still play it for memorials and more it's really sad
Gavin I sincerely thank you for your reply. It's very sad when adults respond the way they do. You be true to your heart. I've been creating online memorials for 10 years now for our Country's Fallen Heroes. With each memorial that I create I select music to go with it. Celtic Woman allows me to use their music for the memorials i create. The songs that I use were not created for military memorials yet they create a moment of remembrance. We owe everything to our military for preserving our freedoms. Sadly there are those whose opinions are very disrespectful.
I would be honored if you would record this song for me to use on A Hero's Tribute.Org. I know your grandpa is very proud of you.
Wow what an amazing young girl who played Taps.
Bravo!
Hey guys, this is no fake, it is real. Andre Rieu - Il Silenzio (Maastricht 2008) and the Name of the Girl is Melissa Venema and her age is 14.
Il Silenzio (Silence in English) is an Italian pop music instrumental piece, with a small part of spoken Italian lyrics, notable for its trumpet theme. It was written in 1965 by trumpet player Nini Rosso and Guglielmo Brezza[1], its thematic melody being an extension of the bugle military call for taps. It has become a worldwide instrumental standard, which has sold around 10 million copies.[
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Wow. Ten years in the service and I never was so moved!
This is a re-composition of The Funeral, by Nino Rossi, called Il Silencio. The original (the Funeral), was composed by Ennio Morricone, for an Italian movie called "The Return of Ringo" in 1965. Look up The Return of Ringo / The Funeral and you'll hear the original by Ennio Morricone
Awesome performance, beautiful rendition of a song so much more than most people know.
She is good, but for those who have said this is the "original" version of taps they are HIGHLY mistaken!!! TAPS was written on the battle field during the civil war. Although it is a beautiful interpretation. I am a bugler for Bugles Across America and I have played Taps numerous time for the fallen of our country. Including friends and family so I commend this girl for arranging this, It's amazing and good to know people are thinking of our country's fallen soldiers
If you knew the occasion that the girl was playing the version of taps at, you would not be so upset. During "Market Garden" exercise in Holland during WWII, many Americans were KIA while liberating the country from the Nazi's. A Dutch family assisted an American Paratrooper. He was later killed in action, but the family maintained contact with his American family. Every year the city holds a memorial dedicated to him and his fellow soldiers. At the ceremony, she played 'taps'.
it touches me every time i hear it
Beautifully played, thank you!
"Always be strong and courageous! And be not afraid! Nor be discouraged for Our FATHER, your GOD! will always be with you, where ever you may go." Be Blessed!!! ref to: (JOSHUA 1-9).
IL SILENZIO was written by an Italian musician called Nini Rosso in the 1960's! Taps was written and performed in the middle of the 19th century! (1850-1860's) This version is very touching and close to the original!
the mosthaunting, and soulful redition i have ever heard
People, people: THIS IS NOT TAPS. It is not intended to be Taps. It is "Il Silenzio" written by two Italians: Nini Rossi and Gugleilmo Brezza in 1965. Taps probably originated during the Civil War. The incredibly talented girl is Melissa Venema from the Netherlands. She was 13 at the time of this performance.
so many feels. this is the most beautiful thing I've ever heard in my life
this young lady is awesome...and i am so sorry for you loss wheredoigofromhere 1...
The version being played here is not TAPS. It is a song called Il Silenzio or The Silence. She did a great job on it. At this speed it tears at the heartstrings. very nice
Semper Fi to all my fellow Marines, someone told me of this video today, had to see it..although it was difficult to see thru my tears,As a Vietnam vet, I remember that "all gave some, some gave all".RIP ,all those that died for freedom......
Oh, okay, thank you so much for clarifying that. I think it's a very gorgeous piece. Such a haunting melody and a very fitting name for it as well! Thank you again for sharing this with me! I really appreciate it!
Yes, she is 12. Her name is Melissa Venema and she plays under the tutelage of Andre Richieu, a very famous and beloved musician known around the world.
This song is called "Il Silenzio" and it's the Italian version of Taps. I originally heard a version of this when I was in the Boy Scouts. They played Taps one night, then from across the lake, someone else played a version of this song. I'll never forget it.
I have never heard the song rendered in such a "sacred" way as this young musician did. You could hear a pin drop.
OMG!!! This was a breathtaking rendition!!! No, it didn't sound at all like Taps, but it had the hauntingness of that song to it and this child did an absolutely awesome performance!!! God bless her!!!
Not Taps!!!! IT is a composition called "The Silence" and is Italian. Although beautiful, it is NOT a military tribute.
+C Hunt Do you have any more info on this piece? I tried Google. THanks
+Jim Augie Do a search on Il Silenzio.
Bellissimo!
A beautiful rendition of Il Silencio by a very talented young lady.
Union Army General Daniel Butterfield - 1876 created the version of Taps from an old call.
The original song was an Italian Cavalry bugle call used by Russian composer
Tchaikovsky to open his Capriccio Italien and the last 5 and 1/2 measures 24 notes)
were modified by General Butterfield and became the U.S. military version used today.
The term TAPS originated from the three drum Taps by a solitary soldier on the
parade ground signaling lights out when there was no bugler to play it.
Call it whatever you want to that young lady did a perfect job
God bless her
As a 15 year old Trumpet playing in rotc coming from a military family i know this is not taps. However it is a beutiful song that pays tribute all the same. Get pissed off all you like but dont comment on it. You may come from military but that does not give you the right to comment on it about a 14 year old girl playing a tribute song. Shame on you!
Beautiful coming from a little girl.
Very good job. Keep playing. You are an awesome girl.