This episode explains modern concert etiquette perfectly! We've all heard the poor soul who starts to clap after a first movement only to abruptly stop when no one else does. Also, when the audience stands during the final ovation most people tend to do likewise whether or not they enjoyed the performance (it's lonely being the only person still sitting). Regarding "encores," the first-time concert goer might be confused when a piece is played after the last piece on the program. "Encore" originally meant to "play it again" following a movement of a symphony or sonata, or following an operatic aria. Once Beethoven was furious to find out that every piece on a chamber-music program was "encored" except one, the "Grosse Fuge" (Great Fugue). Beethoven had some choice words for that audience!
I believe they call all of this “common sense”… but that may not be so common as the mane implies. I can’t believe you made a chart for the moment to clap! 😂
so so SO very excited to go to my first classical concert for my 18th bday! was thinking of bringing my friends but they do not stop talking and they def would not do well in these settings. i do not trust them to be in this kind of setting LOL😭
Current etiquette would be horrified at the audiences during the actual Classical era. They talked, applauded after each movement, and made their enjoyment (or lack thereof) heard. Performers (and composers) had to work hard for their attention (and respect).
I remember playing saxophone at a church Christmas concert. When it was my turn to play, I gave a brief speech about the theme of my performance. I then asked the audience to hold their applause until the end of the performance. The audience didn’t understand the request and applauded anyway. After the concert I did an “Elvis has left the building.” I had to go to work the next morning.
I have mixed feelings about being taken to classical concerts before age 8. It was a long time to sit, and I don't think I really appreciated some performances, but my mother knew I would always behave well.
I have been performing and attending ballet for over 50 years. Going to the ballet is like attending the Opera. You dress up. I performed Don Q with Nureyev and everyone in the front was dressed to the 9's. Every man was in a dark suit tie or Tux and there wasn't a Gala. Just respect the Art form. I Remember how the men were slouching. Then Rudi came on stage to do his 3rd act Solo. You could hear a pin drop. When the men realized how he commanded the stage they all sat up straight and didn't make a sound. You could hear the relief when he made his pose and the baton dropped and he went flying across the stage. It's a shame the new generation is not aware of dressing up. It makes you feel good. Enjoy the Ballet "everything is Beautiful at the Ballet.."
An exception to the no-clap rule: Growing up in the NYC area, I was taught that it was OK to clap after movement one of a concerto if the soloist was especially good. But maybe that was a regional thing.
You just spoke about clapping your hands at the end of a piece of music. Well well well there was in Europe in the beginning opera house or any performance, a group of people which were called the clutch or the club in English and they started to clap their hands when it was appropriate and the rest of the audience did the same in the right time the clutch was famous they got paid for it very little but they did it and this was really something it was mainly in Europe like in Germany And son enjoy
We are preparing to take about 100 4th and 5th graders to the Portland Symphony Orchestra (Portland, ME) and we plan to show this at an assembly beforehand. Thank you! AND if you have one that is more age appropriate for school age kids, please let me know or produce one? Pleas clap, please?
What is the proper way to present a gift to your favorite performer? I've read that opera singers got gift from their fans, so I wonder if a classical musician also have the same treatment from theirs? Sometimes you appreciate an artist very much that you want to convey that appreciation by presenting a gift.
Where should I sit? I heard it in the middle or balcony. The tickets show from the stage: Orchestra Pit, Orchestra, Orchestra Terrace, Orchestra Rear, Rear Floor, Loge, Mezzanine, or Balcony. Please help lol
I have a problem, maybe I’m not sure when I wake up in the morning I don’t listen to the news I don’t look for the weather forecast I’ll listen to an opera it can be Paliotti. Can we go Valerio Sagana Fledermaus part of Rosenkavalier then it goes to Pacini. It might be mine_I’m talking about listening to the full opera is not a part of it. I am It sounds a bit crazy, but I love it makes my day and whenever have a moment to listen to opera again and again and again I love Rigoletto which was the best opera which made the valley really famous people don’t know about it maybe I did was the opera Verdi became famous for it cause beautiful story in the lovely cause music, so is everything else I like Yvonne Wagner I love Igal, but I love to listen to Gardner in the winter because it takes long to listen t So don’t be a fanatic like me there is a reason but enjoy the most beautiful time passing hobby in life so enjoy the creation which was given to us as a present in good health and happiness and remember happiness is a journey not a destination. Don’t forget it. Enjoy for the love of opera..
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i wanna go to two sets WORLD TOUR in LA😭 i play the violin but i know nothing ab classical music concerts 🧍🏻 i’ve never actually been to one besides my own, playing
I CAME TO CHECK ‘NEW’ DRESS CODES… THE UNWRITTEN RULE SEEMS TO STILL BE IN EFFECT. GOING TO A RESTAURANT VS THE CHEFS TABLE. ONE DRESSES TO SHOW RESPECT FOR THE CHEF. IF THEY CAN BE WEARING WHAT THEY/WE DO, WE WONT DIE IN A SUIT FOR A FEW HOURS.
BTW, the background music for this video was Piano Concerto by Gabriel Jackson. For more of his music, check out his website: gabrieljackson.london/
I think this is a really useful video as someone who is preparing for his first concert visit. Thank you immensely.
This episode explains modern concert etiquette perfectly! We've all heard the poor soul who starts to clap after a first movement only to abruptly stop when no one else does. Also, when the audience stands during the final ovation most people tend to do likewise whether or not they enjoyed the performance (it's lonely being the only person still sitting).
Regarding "encores," the first-time concert goer might be confused when a piece is played after the last piece on the program. "Encore" originally meant to "play it again" following a movement of a symphony or sonata, or following an operatic aria. Once Beethoven was furious to find out that every piece on a chamber-music program was "encored" except one, the "Grosse Fuge" (Great Fugue). Beethoven had some choice words for that audience!
Thank you! The encore was so confusing for a peasant like myself :)
Can I bring binoculars and spy on the solo pianist's hands lmao or will I look like a weirdo
I mean, you do you!
@@KeepitClassical welp, weirdo mode on
Hahahah cute
I desperately need to show this to my school kids!
Homework!
I believe they call all of this “common sense”… but that may not be so common as the mane implies. I can’t believe you made a chart for the moment to clap! 😂
I work in Oil & Gas industry. I will treat this the same as the Safety Video.
so so SO very excited to go to my first classical concert for my 18th bday! was thinking of bringing my friends but they do not stop talking and they def would not do well in these settings. i do not trust them to be in this kind of setting LOL😭
Current etiquette would be horrified at the audiences during the actual Classical era. They talked, applauded after each movement, and made their enjoyment (or lack thereof) heard. Performers (and composers) had to work hard for their attention (and respect).
I remember playing saxophone at a church Christmas concert. When it was my turn to play, I gave a brief speech about the theme of my performance. I then asked the audience to hold their applause until the end of the performance. The audience didn’t understand the request and applauded anyway. After the concert I did an “Elvis has left the building.” I had to go to work the next morning.
its my first time attending consert soon. thank you so much for sharing!
This was very helpful! Thank you! I will be enjoying Yo-Yo Ma tonight in Sarasota, FL. Not too shabby for my first 😊
I have mixed feelings about being taken to classical concerts before age 8. It was a long time to sit, and I don't think I really appreciated some performances, but my mother knew I would always behave well.
Every situation is different. It really depends on if your child will appreciate it or not.
Not my first time, but always helpful to be reminded.
Today Houston Symphony.
Thank you!
thank you so much for this!. I'm going to wear a all blk fitted suit. I'm going to my second symphony for my birthday next week!
I have been performing and attending ballet for over 50 years. Going to the ballet is like attending the Opera. You dress up. I performed Don Q with Nureyev and everyone in the front was dressed to the 9's. Every man was in a dark suit tie or Tux and there wasn't a Gala. Just respect the Art form. I Remember how the men were slouching. Then Rudi came on stage to do his 3rd act Solo. You could hear a pin drop. When the men realized how he commanded the stage they all sat up straight and didn't make a sound. You could hear the relief when he made his pose and the baton dropped and he went flying across the stage. It's a shame the new generation is not aware of dressing up. It makes you feel good. Enjoy the Ballet "everything is Beautiful at the Ballet.."
An exception to the no-clap rule: Growing up in the NYC area, I was taught that it was OK to clap after movement one of a concerto if the soloist was especially good. But maybe that was a regional thing.
You wouldn’t dare put ketchup on a classic painting 😂 fast forward to 2022
My joke aged like a bottle of milk.
Thank you so much for this video! I feel like I need another video of what to talk about to your fellow attendees or the instrumentalist!
You just spoke about clapping your hands at the end of a piece of music. Well well well there was in Europe in the beginning opera house or any performance, a group of people which were called the clutch or the club in English and they started to clap their hands when it was appropriate and the rest of the audience did the same in the right time the clutch was famous they got paid for it very little but they did it and this was really something it was mainly in Europe like in Germany And son enjoy
We are preparing to take about 100 4th and 5th graders to the Portland Symphony Orchestra (Portland, ME) and we plan to show this at an assembly beforehand. Thank you! AND if you have one that is more age appropriate for school age kids, please let me know or produce one? Pleas clap, please?
Can I give a figurative standing ovation for your comment on standing ovations?
**humbly bows**
What is the proper way to present a gift to your favorite performer? I've read that opera singers got gift from their fans, so I wonder if a classical musician also have the same treatment from theirs? Sometimes you appreciate an artist very much that you want to convey that appreciation by presenting a gift.
Thank you 🎉😊
Where should I sit? I heard it in the middle or balcony.
The tickets show from the stage: Orchestra Pit, Orchestra, Orchestra Terrace, Orchestra Rear, Rear Floor, Loge, Mezzanine, or Balcony. Please help lol
That was interestingly nice to watch..
That what perfect.
I have a problem, maybe I’m not sure when I wake up in the morning I don’t listen to the news I don’t look for the weather forecast I’ll listen to an opera it can be Paliotti. Can we go Valerio Sagana Fledermaus part of Rosenkavalier then it goes to Pacini. It might be mine_I’m talking about listening to the full opera is not a part of it. I am It sounds a bit crazy, but I love it makes my day and whenever have a moment to listen to opera again and again and again I love Rigoletto which was the best opera which made the valley really famous people don’t know about it maybe I did was the opera Verdi became famous for it cause beautiful story in the lovely cause music, so is everything else I like Yvonne Wagner I love Igal, but I love to listen to Gardner in the winter because it takes long to listen t So don’t be a fanatic like me there is a reason but enjoy the most beautiful time passing hobby in life so enjoy the creation which was given to us as a present in good health and happiness and remember happiness is a journey not a destination. Don’t forget it. Enjoy for the love of opera..
Can I bring binoculars because I'm stuck in the uppermost row of the upper section at my concert hall
Please clap
Still deeply painful.
Can you make more videos like this.
I messed up clapping because I didn't watch this video before going to my 1st concert:')
What attire is appropriate for a classical music concert
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Please give me advice I go to the orchestra on Monday ! I want to wear a dress and heels is that appropriate?
helps🤗
Please Clap.
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I'm going alone to a Ray Chen concert and it's making me very nervous. Is it weird to go alone? None of my friends like classical.
Also you convinced me to subscribe with this video. Thanks for the info 😊
No, not a good idea. I would love to be friends, with your friends (we would have something in common).
@@mrnasty02106 What a mean thing to say to someone, keep your hatefulness to yourself weirdo.
I Know it's a little off subject. But I HATE watching AGT. Why? People are ALWAYS Interrupting the performance . IMO
please clap lmao!!
Came to learn about classical concert going and politics pops up. Very disappointed!
My first concert will be in paris with billie eilishh?!!!??!
what if i'm a climate activist? can i use an airhorn?
YAAA.. I REMEMBER THAT CLIP 😂 DAMN!
i wanna go to two sets WORLD TOUR in LA😭 i play the violin but i know nothing ab classical music concerts 🧍🏻 i’ve never actually been to one besides my own, playing
I CAME TO CHECK ‘NEW’ DRESS CODES… THE UNWRITTEN RULE SEEMS TO STILL BE IN EFFECT. GOING TO A RESTAURANT VS THE CHEFS TABLE. ONE DRESSES TO SHOW RESPECT FOR THE CHEF. IF THEY CAN BE WEARING WHAT THEY/WE DO, WE WONT DIE IN A SUIT FOR A FEW HOURS.