It was 1965, and the world was quite different than it is now. A gallon of milk cost about $0.95, a gallon of gas was $0.31, and Lyndon B. Johnson served as the President of the United States. Nevertheless, Europe, Italy, Germany, Austria, and Switzerland had all placed Nini Rosso’s “Il Silenzio” at the top of their charts. The song was also popular in Australia, where it reached number two. In the UK, it reached number eight on the singles chart.
“Il Silenzio” is an instrumental piece with a small spoken Italian lyric, notable for its trumpet theme. It was written in 1965 by trumpet player Nini Rosso. The thematic melody of the song was an extension of the same Italian Cavalry bugle call used by Tchaikovsky to open his “Capriccio Italien.”
This piece has a lot of history behind it. “The Silence” in English is a more recent composition than “Taps.” It is a memorial piece commissioned by the Dutch and first played in 1965 on the 20th anniversary of the liberation of the Netherlands in WWII.
The song has many uses, including being the official club anthem of the Slovak football club FC Spartak Trnava, played before every home match. Part of the song is also used in all the Italian barracks to signal the end of the day. The Hellenic Army also used it in the same way. In Poland, it is very often played at funerals.
During this particular performance of “Il Silenzio,” Nini Rosso was at his absolute best. Nobody could play this song quite like him, as many of the upvoted comments beneath the video suggest. One commenter, in particular, said, “Nobody plays this Song like Nini Rosso. Unforgettable. Unreachable. Outstanding.”
The performance itself is moving and brings out a lot of emotions. It’s a piece that speaks to the soul, and it’s no surprise that many people find themselves overcome with emotion when listening to it. Another commenter reflected on this, saying, “That’s one of those melodies that still brings back fond memories of my youth. It always moves me and never gets old.”
Something about the trumpet brings a sense of melancholy to this song. The notes, the tempo, and the way Nini Rosso played all came together to create a beautiful piece of music that has stood the test of time. It’s no wonder it is still being played and enjoyed worldwide today.
If you haven’t heard Nini Rosso’s “Il Silenzio” performance, you’re missing out on something special. This piece’s emotion, history, and beauty are all truly remarkable. So take a few minutes, watch the video, and let it speak to your soul. Then, share it with your friends because this performance deserves to be heard and appreciated by all.
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