In 1966 he was hired as a director of the ensemble Ciocarlia, having under his baton 300 artists , including the symphonic orchestra, the ballet ensemble, the folkloric orchestra and the soloists. In 1966 Zamfir released his first Electrecord disc, deemed his most popular authentic compositions. The famous songs Doina de Jale and "Doina ca de la Visina were included. In 1968 Gheorghe released his second disc. Between 1968 and 1970 he went on his first tour in the Federal Germany, Switzerland, URSS, China; bringing him acclaim from critics and public alike.
Gheorghe left the Ciocarlia ensemble in 1969. In 1970 he forms the traditional concert group Taraf, obtaining amazing success in Paris at Vieux Colombier in 45 recitals, playing for the first time the 4 pan flutes soprano, alto, tenor, and bass that he invented in 1968. Introducing the pan flute in all the musical styles, beginning a world sound revolution, he got spectacular comments from the greatest musicians of that time, including Sergiu Celibidache, Hanz Hollinger, Maurice Bourg, Henri Dutilleux, Pierre Boulez and others.
In 1972 creates the Pan flute-organ style, introducing new repertoires and ways of interpreting. In 1974 composes the first "Mass for the Peace" for pan flute, choir, organ and orchestra, recorded in Bucharest with the Radio Orchestra and the Madrigal choir -lead by Marin Constantin, under the baton of Paul Popescu.
In 1976, his single "Ete d'amour" becomes one of the hits of the year. In one of the tours he meets the German composer and conductor James Last, with whom Zamfir collaborated for the " Lonely Shepherd ", his second European hit. He has tours in USA at Carnegie Hall and Kennedy Center, Australia, New Zeeland, Japan, Canada, South Africa, Scandinavia, Belgium, France, Switzerland, Austria. He gets over 90 gold and platinum disks , 4 golden discs in South Africa, 4 platinum discs in New Zeeland, 4 golden discs in Australia.
In 1981 his discs are released on the American market. Until 1985 they were sold in millions of copies in USA and Canada. In USA he gets 2 golden discs, unique event for an European artist, and in Canada, through all 5 millions of sold discs he beats all the records.
In France, Germany, Austria and Belgium, Zamfir receives titles and medals, gold and platinum discs, the Order for Cultural Merit of France, the title of officer and cavalier of France, Belgium and Luxembourg.
In 1982 he creates the first rhapsody and the first concert for pan flute that he records for Philips with the Monte Carlo Philharmonic, under the baton of Lawrence Foster. In 1984 he creates the first quintet for pan flute and string quartet called "The Poplars Quintet", that he sang with the "Oxford Quartet" in Toronto in a live radio broadcasting; he composes several chamber works that he performed with the famous quartet "Enescu" in France and Germany.
In 1986 he records his first disc with baroque repertoire, among which the Double Concert in B minor for violin and oboe by J.S.Bach with British Chamber Orchestra.
Between 1988-1990 he is received for three times at the Vatican, being the first musician that sang during the private mass of the pope John Paul the second, receiving the Vatican Medal and twice the diploma of "Don Bosco" University in Rome. He receives twice the gold medal of the French Academy Association "Art-Science and Letters" of France, twice the Prize of "Charles Cros"Academy, "The Golden Sagittarius" in Italy, gold discs in Switzerland and Germany. He goes on tours in Latin America (in Columbia receives the Commander's order from the President ) in Ecuador and Venezuela he is invited for a great advertising campaign for a film using one of his own musical themes. He collaborated at the recording of the music of "Picnic at Hainging Rock", "Once upon a time in America" and "Karate Kid", in Australia, in Italy and Hollywood by the Paramount Company.
After 1990 he returns in Romania and continues his concerts and tours in France, Switzerland, and especially in Turkey where he is declared the most popular composer and artist of the XXth century. Author of over 300 works in the folkloric, chamber, choral, vocal, instrumental and symphonic style, Gheorghe Zamfir has a rich activity as a professor at the National University of Music in Bucharest, where it was created the first pan flute section in the world; he continues to give concerts on the most prestigious stages with symphonic and chamber orchestras, in recitals with piano and organ, achieving the status of one of the greatest musicians of the world, and for sure the most complex Romanian artist alive.
After nearly a decade-long absence, Romanian pan flute virtuoso Gheorghe Zamfir returned to Canada in January 2006 for a seven-city tour with TRAFFIC STRINGS quintet . The program included a world premiere: Vivaldi's Four Seasons for PanFlute and string quintet arranged by Lucian Moraru, jazz standards, and well-known favourites. This Master piece was soon after the subject to an album, released by SonArt Records in may 2006.
The repertoire of G.Zamfir is one of the most varied. He contains from baroque and classic composers like Bach, Corelli, Vivaldi, Telemann, Schubert, Schumann, Puccini, to contemporary known composers like Lennon, McCartney, Billy Joel and Elton John. We must also remember his own compositions, beginning with concerts for orchestra and pan flute, to simple songs reflecting the Romanian popular tradition:
- "Gloria", 1975
- "The breath of time", 1974
- "Colors of autumn"
- "Romantic Impression"(for pan flute and piano), 1988
- "Homage to J.S. Bach" (recorded for Philips with the pianist Georges Reboul, Paris, 1973)
- "Green Waltz"
- "Black Waltz"
- "Lyric Symphony"
Gheorghe Zamfir also published 3 volumes of poetry, 2 volumes of essays, an autobiographical book and had 4 painting exhibitions in the country and abroad. He is also involved in the actions of a foundation having his name, and who serves generous humanitarian and cultural purposes.
Somewhere My Love
Gheorghe Zamfir Lyrics
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Although the snow covers the hope of spring
Somewhere a hill blossoms in green and gold
And there are dreams all that your heart can hold
Someday we'll meet again my love
Someday whenever the spring breaks through
Warm as the wind, soft as the kiss of snow
Lara my own, think of me now and then
God speed my love till you are mine again
You'll come to me out of the long ago
Warm as the wind soft as the kiss of snow
Till then my sweet think of me now and then
God speed my love 'til you are mine again
The Gheorghe Zamfir's song "Somewhere My Love" is a beautiful and romantic song that explores the theme of love that has been lost but will be regained someday. The song opens with the lines "Somewhere, my love there will be songs to sing, although the snow covers the hope of spring" This verse suggests that even though everything might seem uncertain or unclear at the moment, there is still hope that someday, things will become clear, and there will be joy to be experienced. The second verse continues with the lines "Somewhere a hill blossoms in green and gold, and there are dreams all that your heart can hold" suggesting that somewhere in the future, there will be happiness and fulfillment. The lines are filled with hope, and the song's lyrics provide a sense of comfort and reassurance to anyone who might feel uncertain about their future.
The chorus of the song gives the promised reassurance that the love that has been lost will be regained someday. The lines "Someday we'll meet again my love, Someday whenever the spring breaks through. You'll come to me out of the long ago, warm as the wind, soft as the kiss of snow. Lara my own, think of me now and then, God speed my love till you are mine again" suggest that the singer will meet his loved one someday, even if it's in the distant future when spring breaks through. The word "Lara" is used in reference to the love interest, and the singer begs her to think of him "now and then" while he waits for her to be his again.
The final verse of "Somewhere My Love" continues with the theme of hopeful anticipation. The lines "You'll come to me out of the long ago, warm as the wind soft as the kiss of snow, Till then my sweet think of me now and then, Godspeed my love 'til you are mine again" suggest that the singer is convinced that his love interest will return to him, and he begs her to think of him until that time comes. The song's powerful emotional tone and beautifully articulated lyrics have made it a favorite for generations, stirring up emotions of hope and optimism.
Line by Line Meaning
Somewhere, my love there will be songs to sing
Despite the current circumstances, my love, there will be happy times in the future.
Although the snow covers the hope of spring
Even though it seems that winter will never end, the promise of new beginnings still exists.
Somewhere a hill blossoms in green and gold
In some distant land, there is beauty and growth taking place.
And there are dreams all that your heart can hold
There are infinite possibilities for your future and your dreams can become a reality.
Someday we'll meet again my love
I am certain that we will be reunited in the future.
Someday whenever the spring breaks through
Our reunion will likely happen when brighter days come.
You'll come to me out of the long ago
When we finally meet again, it will feel like no time has passed at all.
Warm as the wind, soft as the kiss of snow
Our reunion will be warm and comforting, like the soft touch of snowflakes.
Lara my own, think of me now and then
I hope that you will keep me in your thoughts, even though we are apart.
God speed my love till you are mine again
May everything go smoothly in your life until we are reunited.
You'll come to me out of the long ago
When we finally meet again, it will feel like no time has passed at all.
Warm as the wind soft as the kiss of snow
Our reunion will be warm and comforting, like the soft touch of snowflakes.
Till then my sweet think of me now and then
Until we are together again, I hope that you will keep me in your thoughts.
God speed my love 'til you are mine again
May everything go smoothly for you until we are reunited.
Lyrics © Universal Music Publishing Group
Written by: MAURICE JARRE, PAUL FRANCIS WEBSTER
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