@@Cynicalgeek743 Of course, I know it - however, this version is one of my favorites. As for Scholl, his interpretation of Vivaldi's 'Nisi Dominus' is one of my beloved pieces
I'm so grateful that I came across Iestyn Davies. His voice is so even, beautiful, the right amount of color. Heard him from the Met's HD production of "Rodelinda" and he was amazing!
Robin Brown - I couldn't agree more. Iestyn is already at the pinnacle of the genre; what is exciting is how much more he will advance the art of the countertenor? Keep going Iestyn, the world is at your feet!
I specially love a recording Mr. Davies did of ""O thou that tellest good tidings to Zion"" from the Messiah. That is how I learned from this singer and became a fan of his voice. (Please excuse my English. )
Will be the background music of the mind in my deathbed confession. Thank you for posting to remind us that this apparent world points to the true one if only we listen
I’ve just discovered your videos and your voice. It’s AMAZING! So pure and powerful! Bravo! You became one of my favorite countertenors in just a couple of minutes🥰
Robert, I already have 2 of Davies's CDs - "Arias for Guadagni" and "The art of melancholy". I want more of his recordings and yours too:-) Good luck to both!
Paris sans fin It must be something personal between both of you. Otherwise I can't explain. Even if disliking the pitch of his voice, he still stays an excellent singer. You aren't expressing a profound opinion on his singing. It's just rude and offensive. Sorry for you.
Robert, I just came from his concert in Vancouver with Fretwork. It was fantastic! Live is always so special! And now I have these 2 CDs "Arias for Guadagni" and "The art of melancholy" signed by Mr Davies himself! I'm so happy!:-) I wanted to buy their CD with Nyman and Purcell pieces but somebody forgot to bring them. It's a pity! But we have Amazon:-)
Surely waiting through that long intro to start singing on a piano top D is one of the great trials of a countertenor's life (tho' the Chorton pitch helps). Handled here with grace and beauty.
Love Lestyn's vocal timbre, in this performance of J.S.Bach's Agnus Dei. Have a listen to ''Eternal Light'' with Lestyn and the Trumpeter Alison Balsam for more delights; it's sublime and pure heaven. How certain people can call his voice ''girly'' is beyond my comprehension. I guess some listeners just want to create an argument as they are bored during lock down! One of the best counter tenors ever with a superb timbre & vocal range. One has to also thank J.S. for an absolutely gorgeous, beautiful & memorable melody!
Iestyn voice seems to be the proper voice for this score and especialy when he sings Eternal source of light divine, best recording I've ever heard so far ... link: czcams.com/video/fCSQd8Nx4mI/video.html
Global economy, Covid19, corruption, lack of empathy, social injustices; all of this makes me very angry ... just a beautiful dog like that, keeps my heart warm, and reminds me that God is here.
Not tightened, the wood is convex rather than concave in disposition - the reason is that the bows are designed and constructed on Baroque models. My own bass viola da gamba's bow is similarly built. They always seem to have a long point on the end compared to 'modern' bows too. The hair is probably not as tight as on modern bows, interestingly.
Hi Andres; the piece in its entirety is being performed at 'baroque pitch' which is A=415hz as opposed to modern pitch which is A=440hz. The orchestra are The English Concert who are practitioners of 'Historically Informed Performance' so when playing Bach do this all the time. More info here en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A440_(pitch_standard)
@@iestyndavies Besides being reasonably authentic, this pitch is kind to us counter-tenors! I sang this at concert pitch once, and the opening p high D was a real sweat-maker, at least for an amateur C-T.
He finds himself out of air at the end of each phrase, what makes it inaudible, although the tempo is quicker than usual...such a pity, because his voice is beautiful.
Good YES, but littlr too fast for me!!! Andreas Scholl have also recorded this for Harmonia Mundi, it's over 1 min longer. Listen to him before you decide!
To decide what? Scholl is great in his own way! But why can't we just enjoy both versions without putting a "tag" whose is the best ever?! :-) Happy New Year to everyone with this divine beauty!
The most beautiful counter tenor voice I have heard in recent years.
I’m addicted to this voice. Best counter tenor I’ve ever heard.
Blissful way to spend 12 minutes...Yes, I listened to it twice!
A beautiful, warm, sensitive voice that moves the soul so gently. Thank you
Davies is my favourite countertenor for Agnus Dei. Superb.
...this is one of the most beautiful Bach Agnus Dei ever recorded!
No doubt. A superb performance. For a darker feel try Andreas Scholl’s rendition
@@Cynicalgeek743 Of course, I know it - however, this version is one of my favorites. As for Scholl, his interpretation of Vivaldi's 'Nisi Dominus' is one of my beloved pieces
Iestyn Davies is just brilliant... could listen to him all day long, a style of singing that goes back thousands of years...
I'm so grateful that I came across Iestyn Davies. His voice is so even, beautiful, the right amount of color. Heard him from the Met's HD production of "Rodelinda" and he was amazing!
Robin Brown - I couldn't agree more. Iestyn is already at the pinnacle of the genre; what is exciting is how much more he will advance the art of the countertenor? Keep going Iestyn, the world is at your feet!
Singing is breathtaking, especially its colour and interpretation.
Alfred Deller is smiling in heaven listening to this voice. Truly wonderful !
Such a beautiful blend of gravity and delicacy!
Beautifully sung lestyn, calm, controlled and moving - loved it.
Just the most beautiful rendition of this Agnus Dei I have heard.
Have you tried the version by Katherine Ferrier?
@@jaybee7078 yeah, I prefer Iestyn (an amazing countertenor voice) in general 10 times more
Wonderful. Much better than other “popular” countertenors.
This is my favorite rendition of Agnus Dei.S2
Gorgeous singing and interpretation, one of the best I've ever heard, a real treasure.
From J. S. Bach B minor Catholic Mass
😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮pop me pop 😮😮😮😅😅
@@antoniojosemenesesmoreirad9827lol p no
I specially love a recording Mr. Davies did of ""O thou that tellest good tidings to Zion"" from the Messiah. That is how I learned from this singer and became a fan of his voice. (Please excuse my English. )
BACH MY LOVE.......
spectacular Bach his music comforts me and finds myself
Will be the background music of the mind in my deathbed confession. Thank you for posting to remind us that this apparent world points to the true one if only we listen
I listened to it a few times! Magnificent!
Everything on CZcams with Iestyn is fabulous....
I do my astrophysics to the sound of his voice - always.
As, I sometimes do myself, Joss!
Hi Joss - I come back to this over and over again, as well...
very expressive..................I love it.... I can feel it
I’ve just discovered your videos and your voice. It’s AMAZING! So pure and powerful! Bravo! You became one of my favorite countertenors in just a couple of minutes🥰
Same!!!
Most beautiful voice.
Great voice! One of the most beautiful voices I've ever heard! Just sheer disarming beauty without unnecessary agitation...Thanks for posting.
Robert, I already have 2 of Davies's CDs - "Arias for Guadagni" and "The art of melancholy". I want more of his recordings and yours too:-) Good luck to both!
What what?
Paris sans fin
It must be something personal between both of you. Otherwise I can't explain.
Even if disliking the pitch of his voice, he still stays an excellent singer.
You aren't expressing a profound opinion on his singing. It's just rude and offensive.
Sorry for you.
Agree! He is beautifuly profound without pretensions. How delightful!
Robert, I just came from his concert in Vancouver with Fretwork. It was fantastic! Live is always so special! And now I have these 2 CDs "Arias for Guadagni" and "The art of melancholy" signed by Mr Davies himself! I'm so happy!:-) I wanted to buy their CD with Nyman and Purcell pieces but somebody forgot to bring them. It's a pity! But we have Amazon:-)
Sensible, délicat, stylé, avec un matériau vocal infaillible ! Bravo Iestyn, et bravo aussi au grand Harry Bicket !
Impressionant com la veu surt i sembla sense esforç, donant una sensació de Pau i Serenitat. Bravissimo !!!!!
Awesome! Bravissimo! Everything here is perfect 👌💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
Absolutely beautiful and totally perfect meter I love it X
My favourite ever ...
Wonderful singing in every way. Bravo!
amazing voice
Iestyn Davies has a most beautiful voice.
Very nice.
My absolute favorite though is Andreas Schöll's interpretation
stupenda voce , meraviglioso Iestyn...
His tones are so smooth and even and lovely to the ear.
From J. S. Bach B minor catholic Mass
Bravo!!!
Wonderful, great voice. I can listen forever, I feel the heaven❤
Me quede anodadado
Perfect!!!
No imagine poder ver una interpretación de tal magnitud, lo que uno encuentra por estos lugares.
My favourite interpretation. ♥Thank you, Mr. Davies. 🙏
Bravo !! Great voice !! wonderful !!
Bravo!
Beautiful.
Magnificent!!
MERAVIGLIOSO, STRAZIANTE, PARADISIACO!!!!
Surely waiting through that long intro to start singing on a piano top D is one of the great trials of a countertenor's life (tho' the Chorton pitch helps). Handled here with grace and beauty.
Not just for countertenor. Any mezzo or contralto too!! The challenge is for ALL! They don't have it any easier.
Very moving.
extraordinario..!!
Love Lestyn's vocal timbre, in this performance of J.S.Bach's Agnus Dei. Have a listen to ''Eternal Light'' with Lestyn and the Trumpeter Alison Balsam for more delights; it's sublime and pure heaven.
How certain people can call his voice ''girly'' is beyond my comprehension. I guess some listeners just want to create an argument as they are bored during lock down! One of the best counter tenors ever with a superb timbre & vocal range.
One has to also thank J.S. for an absolutely gorgeous, beautiful & memorable melody!
Meraviglia..il controtenor esemplare esecuzione simile a A.Deller ..grazie complimenti .
On vogue dans le sublime...
you are the best
Incredible talent ! Thank you for this beauty ❤️
Voce sublime!!!!!!!
Le plus beau des "transports" , magnifique oeuvre et interprétation .
Sublime!!!
Sublime!
Tears..
Fabulous 😍🙏
Alison의 Sound the Trumpet에서 보고 목소리가 너무 좋아서 검색했습니다. 천상과 소통되는 기분이 드는 목소리입니다. 너무 아름다워요.
Wunderschöne 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️💯
Watched your performance in Samson's Third Act by G.F Handel. And im thrilled by your Countertenor.
bravissimo!
Fab voice!
A glimpse of the divine.
Great!
Hermoso!!
In one word: Wonderful!
Beautifully sung. Well done.
Bravo!!!!!!
Que maravilla de voz!!! Junto con jaroussky, mis contratenores favoritos. combinación de técnica y dulzura.
I'm going to like 👍🇧🇷✨
Que bien canta este paisano
Davies = worlds greatest voice
exquisite
From J. S. Bach B minor catholic Mass
❤❤😮
Bliss!
Stunning performance, plus German pronunciation of Latin.
It is not the "German" pronunciation of Latin, but the correct Latin pronunciation, e.g. "Agnus" and not "Anjus".
....einmalig ...
Iestyn voice seems to be the proper voice for this score and especialy when he sings Eternal source of light divine, best recording I've ever heard so far ... link:
czcams.com/video/fCSQd8Nx4mI/video.html
.... Have Mercy on us
Oh Bliss !
Global economy, Covid19, corruption, lack of empathy, social injustices; all of this makes me very angry ... just a beautiful dog like that, keeps my heart warm, and reminds me that God is here.
Can someone please tell me whats up with the bows. Why are they so tightened and pointy?
Not tightened, the wood is convex rather than concave in disposition - the reason is that the bows are designed and constructed on Baroque models. My own bass viola da gamba's bow is similarly built. They always seem to have a long point on the end compared to 'modern' bows too.
The hair is probably not as tight as on modern bows, interestingly.
Devine…
Monte-Carlo, surely you jest? Sean Rider and Ian Brown seem pretty run-of-the-mill to me, Are you related to them?
:)
One of my favourite singers. Is this sung in Latin or Italian?
Thanks. It's in Latin (and in this performance we pretended we were German singing Latin...)
Hardd Iawn.
Why did they bring this down a half step?
Hi Andres; the piece in its entirety is being performed at 'baroque pitch' which is A=415hz as opposed to modern pitch which is A=440hz. The orchestra are The English Concert who are practitioners of 'Historically Informed Performance' so when playing Bach do this all the time. More info here en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A440_(pitch_standard)
@@iestyndavies Besides being reasonably authentic, this pitch is kind to us counter-tenors! I sang this at concert pitch once, and the opening p high D was a real sweat-maker, at least for an amateur C-T.
Quelle chance d'avoir ces musiciens aujourd'hui. Je préfère Nathalie Stutzmann ou Alfred Deller, . Mais tout de même , c'est formidable!!!
you are the best shit
amen
Remarquable.
INEFFABLE
He finds himself out of air at the end of each phrase, what makes it inaudible, although the tempo is quicker than usual...such a pity, because his voice is beautiful.
Good YES, but littlr too fast for me!!! Andreas Scholl have also recorded this for Harmonia Mundi, it's over 1 min longer. Listen to him before you decide!
To decide what? Scholl is great in his own way! But why can't we just enjoy both versions without putting a "tag" whose is the best ever?! :-) Happy New Year to everyone with this divine beauty!
exguisite