I am a pro opera singer, with around 50 professional productions on stage so far. I can tell you, that Pavarotti was an absolute master. One of the best, if not the best opera singer in his time. But let me also make it clear: he worked very, very hard to get there. Probably every day exercises for hours, from childhood to 50 years old, to reach that level. It takes a lot of dedication. Your whole life is devoted to this one cause: sing opera as beautiful as possible.
At the time of this concert Luciano was in his late 50s, at the height of his powers. I've listened to and watched recordings of his performances in his younger days, and his tone, his control, his technique, have been refined over decades of experience to an unsurpassed level. "Maestro" indeed.
Not true. He worked hard to get the solid technique necessary to get a sturdy and solid voice so he could endure the vocal hardships it means to sing unamplified at an opera stage, actually many can do that. But his "beautiful" singing was pure musical talent you must be born with.
Far as i know he started out a football player and switches to music. He used to sing for the church choir but didn't turn to full on music till he was age 20.
At dawn, I’ll win…..I will win….i will win !!!! Too powerful to be denied. I’m a 53 year old man ….married…kids….worked on an ambulance for 30+ years and seen literally the breadth of human tragedy…..and this performance absolutely destroys me every time. It’s like kryptonite. Incredible. RIP Maestro.
For all those who are not into Opera. This clip is from a recital, where Pavarotti is singing different "arie", little pieces from different Operas. You can think of Opera like a musical before cinema was created. The story is narrated by music and acting, and is usually full of passion, deaths, betrayals and every kind of thing that can make the audience emotional. And every singer must also be an actor. This aria is from Turandot, a beautiful but maleficent princess who kills every guy who wants to marry her but is not able to answer three riddles. But the prince Calaf is in the end able to give the right answers. Calaf is in the end forced to make a riddle to Turadot and he ask "What is my name?". And in this aria Calaf is waiting for the sun to rise, when he will be able to marry the princess. That's why he says "the mystery is within me" and "at dawn I will be the winner". If you want to have a glimpse of what Opera really is, I can suggest you to check the aria "Vesti la giubba" performed by Pavarotti (with subtitles). Cheers
Opera sometimes suffers from expectations. People seem too hung on the next smash hit aria, waiting for the highlights. And there are not very many operas that are full of highlights (Carmen is a very rare exception). Most of the time it's more about telling a story concisevely and finding the right music for the right emotions and situations. That is what makes a good opera. The moments like "Nessun Dorma" are just the cherry on top.
To be honest, I read through your comment several times then had to read it again and my conclusion is, you might NOT be from an English speaking country and that is why it is so confusing. What is confusing is "who is the one tasked with deciphering the riddles, the "maleficent princess" or the "Calaf"?? The confusion is in the 6th sentence where you hint that those riddles are to be deciphered by the "maleficent princess" followed by the 7th sentence which suggests the "Calaf" is the one to decipher those riddles. Hope this helps.
@@brgilbert2 You're right, I'm Italian (what a surprise😄) I try to write in English to improve my skills. I know that my comment was confusing, but I wasn't trying to tell the plot of "Turandot", it would end up in a wallpaper. I was trying to explain a little about tha aria "nessun dorma". If you're intrested in the plot it's better if you check it in Wikipedia. Also my comment was about how is better to watch Opera while is performed on the stage if you want to experience the real thing. Have a nice day
Your English is actually fine. Turandot kills every guy who wants to marry her but who is not able to answer her 3 riddles. That’s basically what you said 😇
Sono di Milano il maestro lho sentito cantare dal vivo al teatro la scala di Milano non avete idea cosa significa sentirlo live una potenza mostruosa alla fine standing ovation di 20min....incredibile...
I have watched several reactions to this piece with other "professional" singers. None of them give the explanations of techniques like you do. Your knowledge and attention to detail is simply astonishing. I love this performance (almost as much as watching your personality burst out of my computer screen :) )
Lolli's analysis is the best I've ever seen, and her spontaneous responses and vivacious personality are like the spoon of sugar with the medicine. Doesn't hurt that she's easy on the eyes, either. 😉
I've seen dozens of reactions to this performance. This is absolutely the best. Elizabeth's analysis is now #2. Lolli, I hope you know what a compliment that is!
oh, by far. I loved Elizabeth, she's really good. But Lolli is in a whole different league. Her added value to these amazing performances (most of which I didn't know beforehand) is huge, both in reaction and analysis. I got to know her because of the SOAD videos, and I never looked back. My favorite :)
I don't necessarily think it's fair to compare the two per *how* they react as, while both singers/ vocal teachers etc, it's like comparing a librarian with a hippy. The joy of watching Elizabeth is her ongoing discovery of vast new realms of music and her ongoing 'WTF did I hear?' moments ... Lolli is already there... Both of them suit a mood :)
Someone: I don't like opera Luciano: Hold my vino Him singing this, is my favorite piece of classical music, period. Thank you for your awesome reaction and analysis.
Oh you sweet, sensitive water sign. Watching you experience such heartfelt emotion, wearing your heart on your sleeve, as you listen to one of the most authentic acoustic experiences of an era has to be the most wholesome thing I'll do today. Never change, Lolli. We're right there with you! 🥲
I totally agree with commenters who know that you are not only astute in your observations of vocalists abilities but also in your own abilities of copying their voices in an exact way!😁♊👍❤️😉
I've watched more than a few reactions/analyses of this performance and you're the first one to comment on what happens AFTER Pav finishes the last line! He has such an incredibly fierce expression on his face, as if his entire being is wrapped up in the moment, and it takes him a few seconds to come back to this world.
He was the voice of opera for us Gen X kids. We loved Nirvana and Pearl Jam but we also loved Luciano Pavarotti. We also loved the Benedictine Monks of Santo Domingo de Silos, Hank Williams Jr., Eminem, Tupac, Blondie and Van Halen. Gen X was diverse but not divisive.
You are too limited in your listening. There are many, many other contenders, from all over the world. Pavarotti’s performance here, however, is quite stunning.
@@bharatdahya776 I wouldn’t say that you don’t know me I listen to everything from classical and opera all the way over to things like slipknot and slayer, Michael Jackson, queen, the who, elvis, Taylor swift etc. I’ve only been on earth 50 years (49 to be exact lol) and I’m not musically trained but to me this performance is simply the greatest. Edit made for wishful thinking on age by being a decade younger than I am 🤣
Your are absolutely the best at Anatomical Forensic Vocal analysis by description, demonstration, and translation! Your emotional description conveys and complements your analysis. Pavarotti's version and performance of Nessun Dorma is definitely the best Tenor performance ever!!! I have listened to Pavarotti for over 30 years and never knew how he did it. You helped me get one step closer. You are never too old to learn!
I had the incredible privilege of meeting Pavarotti in 2003, as I checked him in at the hotel and escorted him to his suite, in Brussels when he visited for a concert. What a legend. We miss you Maestro. RIP
I love you, Fairy Voice Mother. And not just because you call me “gorgeous”. No, I love you because your videos go beyond making me feel good by affirming my good taste by gushing over my favorite performers/performances; I'm actually learning stuff - interesting stuff which helps me understand and appreciate my favorite performers/performances. Thank you, Fairy Voice Mother!
So, the algorithm put me here, I have no idea of singing. But I massively enjoy watching you nerding out. Seeing people being "on fire" for something is simply the best thing ever. Please never change ❤ Brilliant editing too 👌
I'm. Bass singer, professional musician soloist bass player with 5 and 6 strings, I love your videos,I love you ❤ and it hurts me to see you crying and when I was seeing your eyes when he started to sing, it was really emotional and sensitive, please never change that heart.
I've been coming back to this reaction several times, and every time it amazes me! This is hands down, the most beautiful reaction to one of the most beautiful opera aria performances of all time!! I LOVE IT!! Both Pav and Lolli!!!
Would love to see you react to opera legend Jussi Björling. When Pavarotti once was compared to him he said "Please I'm only human" which shows how humble Pavarotti was. Björlings version of Nessun Dorma is so angelic, and his swedish version of O Holy Night (O Helga Natt) is so powerful as well. Truly one of the masters.
His finest hour was in duet with Victoria de Los Angeles in Butterfly. And Pavarotti learned his parts by listening to Jussi's recordings of them, when available.
My friend David Bacon was also in an opera with Bjorling with that silver sound … he came across a huge crowd in the street and suddenly stopped in his tracks as he realised that Bjorling was spontaneously singing in the street. Victoria de los Angeles also spoke of having a rehearsal with him and as she arrived he was in full flow - she stopped halfway through the door entranced.
He said the same for Caruso, Di Stefano, Corelli, and many others. He was humble but believe me, Pavarotti was much better than all of these put together 😅
He is so amazingly skilled and he makes me cry every time when I hear this version ……. But so are you! Again a fantastic reaction by you, so well dissected and explained! Well done!
🧞 .. Why does the voice make us weep ? In a song high , or in a song deep , where in the words does that power reside ? Shall the tears fall , for we don't decide. They fall as they wish as the song swings and sways , and our souls hold what the singer portrays. Why does the voice make us weep ? Let your tears fall , they are not yours to keep. ....... Hi Lolli. I met Mr. Pavarotti at an event and was able to speak with him. I almost cried just hearing him say hello. .. 🧞
This aria is from Turandot , the last opera written by Puccini . The meaning of the lyrics and the setting of this aria in the opera are beyond moving . You have to see and understand the whole opera to appreciate this work of art !
I guess like many Brits I first became aware of this aria when it was used as the BBC theme for the Italia 90 World Cup. I don’t know much opera but I love this so much. The emotion is visceral.
May this lost sheep find his way back into your Fairy Land, my dearest lady❤? . . Ahhh. . . How absolutely charming you are. . . What a wonderful breakdown of this legend. . . Missed you mucho 💓. . .
Thank you for this reaction. Other opera performances worth reviewing: - German soprano Diana Damrau singing the Queen of the Night aria from Mozart's Magic Flute at the Royal Ballet & Opera. Her performance is terrifyingly good with high F notes that are the standard for every soprano. - Swedish tenor Jussi Bjorling singing O Helga Natt (O Holy Night). You'll feel his power in your bones. Pavarotti was a great admirer of Bjorling for good reason. - Norwegian soprano Sissel Kyrkjebo singing either "Pie Jesu" or "O Mio Babbino Caro" at a 2002 televised concert from the Oslo Spektrum. If you want to hear the voice of an angel, listen to Sissel.
Thank you for this reaction to the Master, Pavarotti. As a teenager in the 1970's I would put on an album of Pavarotti singing his greatest opera arias, and I would lay on my bed, tears streaming down my face because of the dynamics and emotion that man put into every note. There is a particular aria that is infamous for its level of difficulty, "Ah! Mes amis" from Donizetti's "Le Fille du Regiment". Not only did Donizetti write 9 (nine!!) high C's into this aria, but he put it at the very beginning of the opera. This is akin to an athlete walking into the Olympic stadium in street clothes, changing into his track clothes and immediately attempting a world record high jump on his first attempt. Pavarotti's strength and clarity on each of those high C's is simply out of this world. Live audio recordings can be found of Pavarotti singing this aria; I'm not sure about live video. You asked about another opera singer...since I am a bass singer, I would love to see you react to the great bass, Jerome Hines. I would love to hear you break down the difference in his lower sound with his longer vocal folds and use of chest and head resonance. Another obvious choice would be your good friend Elizabeth Zharoff from the Charismatic Voice. Maybe you could do a collab reaction/analysis and be able to ask her what she was doing/thinking at each moment. I think that would be a lot of fun!
If you are doing more opera singers I have two requests: Jussi Björling (by many, including Pavarotti considered the best there ever was) Elizabeth Zharoff (The Charismatic Voice)
Not an opera fan but I could have watched this man all day. The apparent "ease" that he has to make that magnificent sound is stunning. I'm sure that ease was the result of talent but also years and years of training. The GOAT, sadly missed.
Да уж, вложил он в финальную ноту, так вложил! Энергетика - бешеная, чувствуется всей шкурой, причем искренняя, идущая изнутри. Великий певец, что уж там говорить. А Вам, девушка, спасибо за профессионализм и творческую душу! (Yeah, he put it all into the final note, he put it all in! The energy is wild, you can feel it with your whole skin, and it's sincere, coming from within. A great singer, what can I say. And thank you, girl, for your professionalism and creative soul!)
I was fortunate enough to see Luciano Pavarotti in Atlantic City NJ do a sound check. I heard him from down the hall in a 4000 seat arena as I walked in I instantly noticed he didn't have a microphone.. I was completely blown away. Love your breakdown to this song and his voice .. im a grown ass man and cry every time i listen to it..
My mother would have loved you. She was in the Australian Opera chorus in the 1980s and became a singing teacher when she retired. She would have adored your enthusiasm and investment in the technicalities of vocal sound... and probably would have told all her students to watch this video if she was still around. Would love to see you analyse Diana Damrau's Queen of the Night.
I'm a 6'4" 53 year old man who has a real hard time holding back the tears of . . . .joy?. . .every time I hear this. Nothing moves me like this performance. Nothing.
Thanks Lolli. I watched this a second time, sound off and focused on you Lolli (not a stalker). I know Luciano's voice well, It plays in my head often. I turned the sound off because watching someone like you who loves music, and has a heart not made of stone, react to Luciano is a gift. Thank you. Luciano still makes me burst into tears sometimes...sometimes I do not even have to hear him... sometimes just thinking about the experience can produce some moisture. Thanks again.
'Nessun Dorma' lyrics translated to English Nobody shall sleep!... Nobody shall sleep! Even you, o Princess In your cold room Watch the stars That tremble with love and with hope But my secret is hidden within me My name no one shall know... No!...No!... On your mouth I will tell It when the light shines And my kiss will dissolve the silence that makes you mine!... (No one will know his name and we must, alas, die.) Vanish, o night! Set, stars! Set, stars! At dawn, I will win! I will win! I will win!
Hun. You're the BEST!!! Luciano would be proud and honoured of that wonderful analysis. You nailed all the notes perfectly, it was a pleasure just listening and watching both of you. 💖🧚💜
im nt a singer or any related im an artist ( I paint ) ,BUT , I catch myself doing your vocal exercises , so thank you for expending my mind ! your sensitivity is admirable !
@@TheFairyVoiceMothernew subscriber here! Absolutely love your reactions and analysis!If you can, would you please analyse and react to Forestella?They are a south korean crossover male quartet.Two opera singers,a musical actor and a rock singer! I'm sure they will surprise you!❤
Another vote for Diana Damrau singing Queen of the Night. Also, various singers doing 'Glitter and Be Gay' from Leonard Bernstein's 'Candide'. Kristin Chenoweth is the most theatrical. June Anderson is operatic and conducted by Lenny himself. And Diana Damrau throws in some ad lib ultra-high notes.
Dear FVM, I so love your videos. Everything about them: that you can mimic the voice of the artist to convincingly demonstrate what they are doing, provide technical explanations with clarity; pour out positive, humor-infused energy from your "little corner of the internet"; encapusulate it all in playful video production (if I wasn't so enthralled by your demonstrations and explanations, I'd be on the edge of my seat in anticipation of the appearance of Tinker Bell's arrival to censor your cussing). I tear up involuntarily every time I hear this performance - that ability to impact an audience is the spirit of the art. That you captured that emotion too, while talking to us on camera, conveys an authenticity and devotion to your video and musical craft that clearly shows FVM is magical too. Thank you so much.
This segment was one of twenty seven cuts in the recording of the 1984 "The Three Tenors" concert featuring Jose Carreras, Placido Domingo and Luciano Pavrotti. (They repeated the performance four years later in 1988.) Each of them sang three solos for nine and then eighteen cuts singing together. The concert was broadcast world wide and reached 1.3 Billion listeners. Pavarotti passed away in 2008 at the age of 71...but it's impossible to believe that voice is gone. It's been moving people who have never heard opera to tears of joy for so long...and still does.
I was happy to see that you watched the performance straight through before coming back to break it down. And your reaction was genuine. I learned a lot about how the great man makes sounds. Many thanks - cheers
@The FairyVoiceMother......FVM.......TY TY TY TY TY TY !!!! >>>>>> Luciano - Maestro - I am old enough to have seen him live. My generation and older adored him - he was a rock star - You felt literally not worthy going to see him - The crowd dwelt on every syllable - he was Luciano - he made grown men burst into tears (me included). Lara Fabian is the only other modern - meaning alive in my time and saw them live - singer that makes me cry just hearing her voice. These people are rare - very - once or twice in a generation - revel in them whenever you can.
I live in the US but I'm Italian and my City is Verona! The World Capital of Opera! We have the monument called Arena di Verona! It is the place where every year, goes on stage the Opera's season! Many years ago, they decided to make a special event where, the 3 best tenors sang together... Placido Domingo, José Carreras and Luciano Pavarotti! I was working behind the stage and at the moment that all 3 together went up with the voices, the floor trembled... We all had goosebumps to feel the floor shaking just for human voice... I will never forget that moment.... And I'm not a opera lover....
Queen of the night aria by Diana Damrau. Not only is she an amazing, athletic singer she does it while acting her ass off. She is terrifying and menacing. Plus you are reminded that there are no mics in opera! Her staccato high notes are, uh, breathtaking. Just saw another video from some folks that were classically trained and moved away from it. They talked about how there are many kinds of music and performers. Classical artists are like Olympic athletes. They are at the very top of what is possible to do both technically and expressively. It takes absolutely insane amount of training and dedication to get there. Classical music is still unmatched when it comes to depth of expression IMO. I’m sure it won’t pull in as many views but I would love to hear (and see!) your breakdowns, however they manifest lol.
It would be awesome, since you are dipping your toes in the Opera sea that you react to opera singer and fellow voice nerd Elizabeth Zarhoff (The Charismatic Voice) performing "Martern Aller Arten". Great analysis and reaction, Lolli!
Welcome aboard the Pavarotti train! Glad you could make it. Love all kinds of music. This will stand as one of the most impressive and moving performances in history!
Ahh! I'm so happy you're venturing in to opera! You always have such interesting, in-depth observations, even in a subject you confess to not knowing much about. As for opera performance recommendations, I simply must name soprano Maria Callas, nicknamed "la divina" (the divine one), serious contender for best opera singer of the 20th century, and my personal favourite. Her prime years were during the 40's and 50's, so not many good quality recordings of her exist, but I would recommend her Casta Diva (which is filmed!), her Suicidio (the 1952 recording), her La mamma morta (the 1955 live version), and her Medea finale. If you have the time, you should also really check out the 1964 Covent Garden recording of the 2nd act of Tosca, as it is the only extant filmed instance of her acting on stage (and in addition to being a phenomenal singer, she was a terrific actress). A very good snippet of her from this video is the aria Vissi d'arte. I'll also recommend my current fascination, mezzo-soprano Cecilia Bartoli, baroque specialist, master of vocal agility, and one of the most physically expressive singers I know. Honestly, you should go listen to the entire Viva Vivaldi concert, but as that might make for a rather lengthy endeavour, I'll pick out my two favourite arias: the energetic Siam navi all'onde algenti, and the biblically furious Armatae face et anguibus. There's tonnes more of talented opera singers out there whom I love dearly, but in order not to bloat this comment, I'll end it here. Good luck to you in your future opera explorations ❤
OK, I *am* an opera girlie, but there are moments where things just ascend. This performance is one of those moments for me. It truly reminds me of how amazing humans are. This beautiful sound can be created by one of us and its power, its beauty, its transcendence can move us to tears. It doesn't matter what language the words are. It's just... magical.
Used to make fun of my dad when I was little, he’d get drunk, crank up the giant sofa sized stereo and listen to Mario Lanza..I was a pro brass player in a symphony orchestra for 25 years, I think Mario is the greatest tenor that ever lived…explore his story, his amazing, amazing recordings that we have..
I'm Italian, and obviously love him. What kill our soul is the ending chorus of this fantastic exhibition, it's a mix of power, love, soul, some sort of heaven like sound ❤
Dear Fairy Voice Mother - I don't get to type that every day - This Nessun Dorma analysis was marvellous. Bravo. What an effective way to illustrate genius, to make legend a reality. Your note by note treatment of Pavarotti opens the door to the joy and artistry of a subject many people take for granted as merely large people singing large. It's an ideal introduction to opera. Apart from your informed vocal insights, your relatable charm and sense of fun excitement are infectious. Just off the top of my head Tosca comes to mind and Maria Callas and Tito Gobbi. And anon. Thanks.
I'm not interested in opera. I'm not really that interested in the technical details of singing. But you and your videos are just so damned compelling I have to take it all in. Please never change and never dumb down your videos. You are a shining star and a joy to watch.
Thanks Lolly 😊 I’ve been an uncultured peasant my whole life but seeing this performance through your lens has given me an appreciation for something legendary 😮
He feels every single note. If you really want to weep, just watch his last public performance, with this song, at the '06 Turin Olympics closing ceremony. He was dying of pancreatic cancer, and knew that it be the last time he performed in front of his people, in front of the world, some months before he passed. czcams.com/video/rxxHvW0oNpU/video.html I love your channel so much because it's completely genuine. You genuinely love music, and so do we. Music is the color of life, and if there was nothing else, it is the reason I'm am grateful to be alive. And he's not the king of vowels, he's the King of the High C's!
ooooh opera recommendations! For highest highs - Diana Damrau with her Queen of the night, for awesome mezzo - Cecilia Bartoli's Agitata da due venti, personally I'm sure she's alien, humans can't possibly hit notes that clear and in baroque too. And for a mix of both - Sabine Devieilhe & Marianne Crebassa Flower duet.
For me this is one of those songs that even if you don't listen to Opera, you still know this song because for me it's reach Icon statice. I can't remember which Olympics, but Opera got featured in the Opening Ceremony of one of the Summer Olympics (I want to say Barcelona, but I could be wrong), and this song got featured there by Pavarotti. That got the biggest reaction out of the crowd.
A great tip for more opera, Pavarotti's idol, who he himself said he had not reached his technical hability, is named Franco Corelli, his version of nessun dorma and many other songs are in youtube!
I'm a metalhead, but if you don't cry to this, you're dead inside..
fuck man i cry to metal too
100%!! Metal is rooted in classical and opera. We are classy AF!
Same here. Every damn time
Manowar did a cover. Eric Adams makes it work somehow
here here 👏🏻👏🏻
Very much a punk, ska, reggae and grunge gal but classical music and opera are breath taking
I am a pro opera singer, with around 50 professional productions on stage so far. I can tell you, that Pavarotti was an absolute master. One of the best, if not the best opera singer in his time. But let me also make it clear: he worked very, very hard to get there. Probably every day exercises for hours, from childhood to 50 years old, to reach that level. It takes a lot of dedication. Your whole life is devoted to this one cause: sing opera as beautiful as possible.
At the time of this concert Luciano was in his late 50s, at the height of his powers. I've listened to and watched recordings of his performances in his younger days, and his tone, his control, his technique, have been refined over decades of experience to an unsurpassed level. "Maestro" indeed.
Not true. He worked hard to get the solid technique necessary to get a sturdy and solid voice so he could endure the vocal hardships it means to sing unamplified at an opera stage, actually many can do that. But his "beautiful" singing was pure musical talent you must be born with.
@@yogajedi3337It is true.
And most of the time it looked so effortless. Love this so much
Far as i know he started out a football player and switches to music. He used to sing for the church choir but didn't turn to full on music till he was age 20.
For sixty years, I weep every time I hear him sing this. It's pure audible emotion.
Me too. Almost 60 years 😊
me too
and i did this time again... sigh
As I once read years ago: listening to Pavarotti as your first opera, is like taking your first car ride in a Rolls Royce.
Better said, you could not
- Yoda
Yeah well...
My favourite is rod gilfry. Omg his la ci darem la mano
Your tears while watching and listening to this performance - I’m right there with you, Lolli, every time.
Every time!
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At dawn, I’ll win…..I will win….i will win !!!! Too powerful to be denied. I’m a 53 year old man ….married…kids….worked on an ambulance for 30+ years and seen literally the breadth of human tragedy…..and this performance absolutely destroys me every time. It’s like kryptonite. Incredible. RIP Maestro.
For all those who are not into Opera. This clip is from a recital, where Pavarotti is singing different "arie", little pieces from different Operas. You can think of Opera like a musical before cinema was created. The story is narrated by music and acting, and is usually full of passion, deaths, betrayals and every kind of thing that can make the audience emotional. And every singer must also be an actor. This aria is from Turandot, a beautiful but maleficent princess who kills every guy who wants to marry her but is not able to answer three riddles. But the prince Calaf is in the end able to give the right answers. Calaf is in the end forced to make a riddle to Turadot and he ask "What is my name?". And in this aria Calaf is waiting for the sun to rise, when he will be able to marry the princess. That's why he says "the mystery is within me" and "at dawn I will be the winner". If you want to have a glimpse of what Opera really is, I can suggest you to check the aria "Vesti la giubba" performed by Pavarotti (with subtitles). Cheers
Opera sometimes suffers from expectations. People seem too hung on the next smash hit aria, waiting for the highlights. And there are not very many operas that are full of highlights (Carmen is a very rare exception). Most of the time it's more about telling a story concisevely and finding the right music for the right emotions and situations. That is what makes a good opera. The moments like "Nessun Dorma" are just the cherry on top.
To be honest, I read through your comment several times then had to read it again and my conclusion is, you might NOT be from an English speaking country and that is why it is so confusing. What is confusing is "who is the one tasked with deciphering the riddles, the "maleficent princess" or the "Calaf"?? The confusion is in the 6th sentence where you hint that those riddles are to be deciphered by the "maleficent princess" followed by the 7th sentence which suggests the "Calaf" is the one to decipher those riddles. Hope this helps.
@@brgilbert2 You're right, I'm Italian (what a surprise😄) I try to write in English to improve my skills. I know that my comment was confusing, but I wasn't trying to tell the plot of "Turandot", it would end up in a wallpaper. I was trying to explain a little about tha aria "nessun dorma". If you're intrested in the plot it's better if you check it in Wikipedia. Also my comment was about how is better to watch Opera while is performed on the stage if you want to experience the real thing. Have a nice day
Your English is actually fine. Turandot kills every guy who wants to marry her but who is not able to answer her 3 riddles. That’s basically what you said 😇
Perhaps “if he is not able to answer her 3 riddles” would be a bit more idiomatic English…
Most fun fact is that, despite only italians know what's he singing about, we all cry in the same moments. Magic of music, my friends. Magic of music.
Use Google translate
@@elleswan1 unless you care about the whole Opera, translating this romanza only would totally mislead you
Sono di Milano il maestro lho sentito cantare dal vivo al teatro la scala di Milano non avete idea cosa significa sentirlo live una potenza mostruosa alla fine standing ovation di 20min....incredibile...
@@stefanomarzagaglia9668debe haber sido un momento fuera de este mundo
Tutto è solo ed esclusivamente frequenza la voce di Luciano è quella più vicina a Dio
I know for sure that when Pavarotti sung that last stanza. He could see heaven for a moment, we didn't. But we heard it, and It's glorious.
That's beautiful ❤
Her singing after a luciano clip to show how the voice works was so beautiful, i already known she is an amazing singer but now, omg she's incredible
You're so beautiful when art makes you cry. You make the art more beautiful.
I am an artist and you just hit the nail on the head
Beautifully said🙌🏻
I love the facial expression at the end. This is a man who knows he's just nailed the biggest performance of his life.
Pavarotti singing Caruso is also quite an experience. He is my favorite opera singer of all time
Yes, listen to this woman.
Yes!
absolutely 👍🏻
onore a Lucio Dalla autore della canzone "Caruso"
You are not the first to be brought to tears by the great Pavarotti, welcome to the club.
Numbering in the millions.
Thank you, Captain Obvious. You saved the day.
@@miskatonic6210 thanks for the troll, at least i know i still got it
The nerdiest reaction to Pavarotti of all times :). Lovin it
I have watched several reactions to this piece with other "professional" singers. None of them give the explanations of techniques like you do. Your knowledge and attention to detail is simply astonishing. I love this performance (almost as much as watching your personality burst out of my computer screen :) )
Lolli's analysis is the best I've ever seen, and her spontaneous responses and vivacious personality are like the spoon of sugar with the medicine. Doesn't hurt that she's easy on the eyes, either. 😉
I saw him in concert, in the 80s. He was SO GOOD!
Wow, your review is.... 'SO GOOD'. Wish I was there...
I saw him live, too. The performance I saw was SO GOOD, too! Neato.
Your ability to hear something and immediately play it back yourself...however difficult, whatever genre etc is just astounding. What a gift!
I’ve been listening to Pavarotti sing for 45 years, and crying to this one for the same amount of time. Thank you so much, Lolli.
its ok to cry when you're hearing the GOAT vocalist this world has ever known!
Sir, may I introduce you to Dimash...
@@mcspud Sir, may I introduce you to Carlo Broschi Farinelli...
@@biomax1864 Sir you may, and you have. Thank you kindly.
I've seen dozens of reactions to this performance. This is absolutely the best. Elizabeth's analysis is now #2. Lolli, I hope you know what a compliment that is!
oh, by far. I loved Elizabeth, she's really good. But Lolli is in a whole different league. Her added value to these amazing performances (most of which I didn't know beforehand) is huge, both in reaction and analysis. I got to know her because of the SOAD videos, and I never looked back. My favorite :)
I don't necessarily think it's fair to compare the two per *how* they react as, while both singers/ vocal teachers etc, it's like comparing a librarian with a hippy. The joy of watching Elizabeth is her ongoing discovery of vast new realms of music and her ongoing 'WTF did I hear?' moments ... Lolli is already there... Both of them suit a mood :)
@@johniscariot5582 Well, Lolli had a "WTF" discovery moment this time. 😉
I cry every time I hear him sing this... for two reasons. The song is beyond beautiful, and because this great voice is gone from the world.
Someone: I don't like opera
Luciano: Hold my vino
Him singing this, is my favorite piece of classical music, period.
Thank you for your awesome reaction and analysis.
Oh you sweet, sensitive water sign.
Watching you experience such heartfelt emotion, wearing your heart on your sleeve, as you listen to one of the most authentic acoustic experiences of an era has to be the most wholesome thing I'll do today.
Never change, Lolli. We're right there with you! 🥲
I totally agree with commenters who know that you are not only astute in your observations of vocalists abilities but also in your own abilities of copying their voices in an exact way!😁♊👍❤️😉
I've watched more than a few reactions/analyses of this performance and you're the first one to comment on what happens AFTER Pav finishes the last line! He has such an incredibly fierce expression on his face, as if his entire being is wrapped up in the moment, and it takes him a few seconds to come back to this world.
Opera singers are also actors, he was the greatest
@@atram7602 Luciano has said in interviews, "I go on stage to die."
I like to consider mysel an atheist person, but I cannot find a better explanation other than "he saw God"
@@gonndo Listening to this performance is almost like hearing God.
He was the voice of opera for us Gen X kids. We loved Nirvana and Pearl Jam but we also loved Luciano Pavarotti. We also loved the Benedictine Monks of Santo Domingo de Silos, Hank Williams Jr., Eminem, Tupac, Blondie and Van Halen. Gen X was diverse but not divisive.
Yup.
BeeGees and ..
To see a woman get excited about this wonderful voice is one of the most beautiful things I have ever seen
I’m absolutely convinced this is the single greatest vocal performance of all time of any genre.
Mary Clayton on "Gimme Shelter" and Freddie on a few tracks are contenders. But I agree.
@@Banned4Life I take it you mean mercury? Yes i was there Wembley 86 and he was/is outstanding.
Arguably a very few as good, in their own genres. But nobody better.
You are too limited in your listening. There are many, many other contenders, from all over the world. Pavarotti’s performance here, however, is quite stunning.
@@bharatdahya776 I wouldn’t say that you don’t know me I listen to everything from classical and opera all the way over to things like slipknot and slayer, Michael Jackson, queen, the who, elvis, Taylor swift etc. I’ve only been on earth 50 years (49 to be exact lol) and I’m not musically trained but to me this performance is simply the greatest.
Edit made for wishful thinking on age by being a decade younger than I am 🤣
The breathe he takes in after belting the last part out....
Your are absolutely the best at Anatomical Forensic Vocal analysis by description, demonstration, and translation! Your emotional description conveys and complements your analysis. Pavarotti's version and performance of Nessun Dorma is definitely the best Tenor performance ever!!! I have listened to Pavarotti for over 30 years and never knew how he did it. You helped me get one step closer. You are never too old to learn!
I had the incredible privilege of meeting Pavarotti in 2003, as I checked him in at the hotel and escorted him to his suite, in Brussels when he visited for a concert. What a legend. We miss you Maestro. RIP
I thought at first you were being disrespectful. You weren't. Thank you.
RIP Maestro.
I love you, Fairy Voice Mother. And not just because you call me “gorgeous”. No, I love you because your videos go beyond making me feel good by affirming my good taste by gushing over my favorite performers/performances; I'm actually learning stuff - interesting stuff which helps me understand and appreciate my favorite performers/performances. Thank you, Fairy Voice Mother!
So, the algorithm put me here, I have no idea of singing.
But I massively enjoy watching you nerding out. Seeing people being "on fire" for something is simply the best thing ever.
Please never change ❤
Brilliant editing too 👌
I'm. Bass singer, professional musician soloist bass player with 5 and 6 strings, I love your videos,I love you ❤ and it hurts me to see you crying and when I was seeing your eyes when he started to sing, it was really emotional and sensitive, please never change that heart.
Smiling, crying, cussing, speechless. Lolli got the whole shabang.
Obviously Elizabeth Zharoff analysis would make the most sense.
Collab in future? 😅
I've been coming back to this reaction several times, and every time it amazes me! This is hands down, the most beautiful reaction to one of the most beautiful opera aria performances of all time!! I LOVE IT!! Both Pav and Lolli!!!
Would love to see you react to opera legend Jussi Björling. When Pavarotti once was compared to him he said "Please I'm only human" which shows how humble Pavarotti was.
Björlings version of Nessun Dorma is so angelic, and his swedish version of O Holy Night (O Helga Natt) is so powerful as well. Truly one of the masters.
His finest hour was in duet with Victoria de Los Angeles in Butterfly. And Pavarotti learned his parts by listening to Jussi's recordings of them, when available.
@@Spo-Dee-O-Dee I was just about to write the exact same reply!
agreed!
My friend David Bacon was also in an opera with Bjorling with that silver sound … he came across a huge crowd in the street and suddenly stopped in his tracks as he realised that Bjorling was spontaneously singing in the street. Victoria de los Angeles also spoke of having a rehearsal with him and as she arrived he was in full flow - she stopped halfway through the door entranced.
He said the same for Caruso, Di Stefano, Corelli, and many others. He was humble but believe me, Pavarotti was much better than all of these put together 😅
I love listening to people who CLEARLY are experts in their field. Great video, learnt a lot!
If you want to hear a really amazing vocalist, listen to some of lolli’s own videos. She’s an incredible singer.
Oh bless you dear, kind soul. I am so pleased you like my songs. Hugest hug.
Right ?!?...
@@TheFairyVoiceMother your Lilac Wine cover is still top of my playlist X
@@TheFairyVoiceMother I still owe you a queen album. Yes, that’s me.
Too right! I'm totally hooked on I Can't Decide.
He is so amazingly skilled and he makes me cry every time when I hear this version ……. But so are you! Again a fantastic reaction by you, so well dissected and explained! Well done!
🧞 .. Why does the voice make us weep ? In a song high , or in a song deep , where in the words does that power reside ? Shall the tears fall , for we don't decide. They fall as they wish as the song swings and sways , and our souls hold what the singer portrays. Why does the voice make us weep ? Let your tears fall , they are not yours to keep.
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Hi Lolli. I met Mr. Pavarotti at an event and was able to speak with him. I almost cried just hearing him say hello. .. 🧞
This aria is from Turandot , the last opera written by Puccini . The meaning of the lyrics and the setting of this aria in the opera are beyond moving . You have to see and understand the whole opera to appreciate this work of art !
I guess like many Brits I first became aware of this aria when it was used as the BBC theme for the Italia 90 World Cup. I don’t know much opera but I love this so much. The emotion is visceral.
May this lost sheep find his way back into your Fairy Land, my dearest lady❤? . . Ahhh. . . How absolutely charming you are. . . What a wonderful breakdown of this legend. . . Missed you mucho 💓. . .
Thank you for this reaction. Other opera performances worth reviewing:
- German soprano Diana Damrau singing the Queen of the Night aria from Mozart's Magic Flute at the Royal Ballet & Opera. Her performance is terrifyingly good with high F notes that are the standard for every soprano.
- Swedish tenor Jussi Bjorling singing O Helga Natt (O Holy Night). You'll feel his power in your bones. Pavarotti was a great admirer of Bjorling for good reason.
- Norwegian soprano Sissel Kyrkjebo singing either "Pie Jesu" or "O Mio Babbino Caro" at a 2002 televised concert from the Oslo Spektrum. If you want to hear the voice of an angel, listen to Sissel.
I couldn't agree more about Diana Damrau doing Queen of the Night. Most impressive piece of singing I've ever seen.
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Thank you for this reaction to the Master, Pavarotti. As a teenager in the 1970's I would put on an album of Pavarotti singing his greatest opera arias, and I would lay on my bed, tears streaming down my face because of the dynamics and emotion that man put into every note. There is a particular aria that is infamous for its level of difficulty, "Ah! Mes amis" from Donizetti's "Le Fille du Regiment". Not only did Donizetti write 9 (nine!!) high C's into this aria, but he put it at the very beginning of the opera. This is akin to an athlete walking into the Olympic stadium in street clothes, changing into his track clothes and immediately attempting a world record high jump on his first attempt. Pavarotti's strength and clarity on each of those high C's is simply out of this world. Live audio recordings can be found of Pavarotti singing this aria; I'm not sure about live video.
You asked about another opera singer...since I am a bass singer, I would love to see you react to the great bass, Jerome Hines. I would love to hear you break down the difference in his lower sound with his longer vocal folds and use of chest and head resonance. Another obvious choice would be your good friend Elizabeth Zharoff from the Charismatic Voice. Maybe you could do a collab reaction/analysis and be able to ask her what she was doing/thinking at each moment. I think that would be a lot of fun!
If you are doing more opera singers I have two requests:
Jussi Björling (by many, including Pavarotti considered the best there ever was)
Elizabeth Zharoff (The Charismatic Voice)
Would be super wholesome to ser Lolli react to Elizabeth!!
I was about to suggest Elizabeth, too, because she's also such a vocal nerd. There's a video of Elizabeth dissecting her own performance.
Jussi Björling = GOAT
To elaborate - Elizabeth Zharoff- Martern aller arten @ czcams.com/video/5UjrWnxEQS8/video.htmlsi=DzweDwXbsAd7t8rH
diana damrau!! The manic flute! There are 2 beautiful songs I can’t get enough of
I think that "manic" is better than "magic", to be honest.
Not an opera fan but I could have watched this man all day. The apparent "ease" that he has to make that magnificent sound is stunning. I'm sure that ease was the result of talent but also years and years of training. The GOAT, sadly missed.
It hit you right when the chorus intervenes. It gets me there, too. Every time. It’s simply a thing of beauty.
When I am in an opera listening mood, I always include La Momma Morta by Maria Callas. Those five minutes can only be called soul-piercing.
Ooooh, we have to somehow get Lolli to analyze Callas... :D
Medea final scene
@@Alix777. Casta Diva
There's a lot of recital footage of her on the Warner Classics channel.
Да уж, вложил он в финальную ноту, так вложил! Энергетика - бешеная, чувствуется всей шкурой, причем искренняя, идущая изнутри. Великий певец, что уж там говорить. А Вам, девушка, спасибо за профессионализм и творческую душу! (Yeah, he put it all into the final note, he put it all in! The energy is wild, you can feel it with your whole skin, and it's sincere, coming from within. A great singer, what can I say. And thank you, girl, for your professionalism and creative soul!)
I love that you help me connect to music in ways that I could never connect on my own. Thank you!
I was fortunate enough to see Luciano Pavarotti in Atlantic City NJ do a sound check. I heard him from down the hall in a 4000 seat arena as I walked in I instantly noticed he didn't have a microphone.. I was completely blown away. Love your breakdown to this song and his voice .. im a grown ass man and cry every time i listen to it..
I love your incredibly intelligent and yet highly original and humorous analysis, combined with such raw and expressive emotions. One in a million
I could sit and listen to the Fairy Voice Mother's explanation of absolutely anything. Love your videos, reactions and style.
My mother would have loved you. She was in the Australian Opera chorus in the 1980s and became a singing teacher when she retired. She would have adored your enthusiasm and investment in the technicalities of vocal sound... and probably would have told all her students to watch this video if she was still around. Would love to see you analyse Diana Damrau's Queen of the Night.
And suddenly, I'm taken back to watching Italia '90
I'm a 6'4" 53 year old man who has a real hard time holding back the tears of . . . .joy?. . .every time I hear this. Nothing moves me like this performance. Nothing.
so nice to hear your take on his execution, your expressions are priceless and so heartfelt, music is powerful
Thanks Lolli. I watched this a second time, sound off and focused on you Lolli (not a stalker). I know Luciano's voice well, It plays in my head often. I turned the sound off because watching someone like you who loves music, and has a heart not made of stone, react to Luciano is a gift. Thank you. Luciano still makes me burst into tears sometimes...sometimes I do not even have to hear him... sometimes just thinking about the experience can produce some moisture. Thanks again.
'Nessun Dorma' lyrics translated to English
Nobody shall sleep!...
Nobody shall sleep!
Even you, o Princess
In your cold room
Watch the stars
That tremble with love and with hope
But my secret is hidden within me
My name no one shall know...
No!...No!...
On your mouth I will tell
It when the light shines
And my kiss will dissolve the silence that makes you mine!...
(No one will know his name and we must, alas, die.)
Vanish, o night!
Set, stars! Set, stars!
At dawn, I will win! I will win! I will win!
Hun. You're the BEST!!! Luciano would be proud and honoured of that wonderful analysis. You nailed all the notes perfectly, it was a pleasure just listening and watching both of you. 💖🧚💜
im nt a singer or any related im an artist ( I paint ) ,BUT , I catch myself doing your vocal exercises , so thank you for expending my mind ! your sensitivity is admirable !
That makes my heart very happy!!! Thank you so much for being here, but more importantly for honouring your magical voice.
@@TheFairyVoiceMothernew subscriber here! Absolutely love your reactions and analysis!If you can, would you please analyse and react to Forestella?They are a south korean crossover male quartet.Two opera singers,a musical actor and a rock singer! I'm sure they will surprise you!❤
Another vote for Diana Damrau singing Queen of the Night.
Also, various singers doing 'Glitter and Be Gay' from Leonard Bernstein's 'Candide'. Kristin Chenoweth is the most theatrical. June Anderson is operatic and conducted by Lenny himself. And Diana Damrau throws in some ad lib ultra-high notes.
Dear FVM, I so love your videos. Everything about them: that you can mimic the voice of the artist to convincingly demonstrate what they are doing, provide technical explanations with clarity; pour out positive, humor-infused energy from your "little corner of the internet"; encapusulate it all in playful video production (if I wasn't so enthralled by your demonstrations and explanations, I'd be on the edge of my seat in anticipation of the appearance of Tinker Bell's arrival to censor your cussing). I tear up involuntarily every time I hear this performance - that ability to impact an audience is the spirit of the art. That you captured that emotion too, while talking to us on camera, conveys an authenticity and devotion to your video and musical craft that clearly shows FVM is magical too. Thank you so much.
This segment was one of twenty seven cuts in the recording of the 1984 "The Three Tenors" concert featuring Jose Carreras, Placido Domingo and Luciano Pavrotti. (They repeated the performance four years later in 1988.) Each of them sang three solos for nine and then eighteen cuts singing together. The concert was broadcast world wide and reached 1.3 Billion listeners. Pavarotti passed away in 2008 at the age of 71...but it's impossible to believe that voice is gone. It's been moving people who have never heard opera to tears of joy for so long...and still does.
I was happy to see that you watched the performance straight through before coming back to break it down. And your reaction was genuine. I learned a lot about how the great man makes sounds. Many thanks - cheers
I learned so much from this analysis, thank you thank you.
@The FairyVoiceMother......FVM.......TY TY TY TY TY TY !!!! >>>>>> Luciano - Maestro - I am old enough to have seen him live. My generation and older adored him - he was a rock star - You felt literally not worthy going to see him - The crowd dwelt on every syllable - he was Luciano - he made grown men burst into tears (me included). Lara Fabian is the only other modern - meaning alive in my time and saw them live - singer that makes me cry just hearing her voice. These people are rare - very - once or twice in a generation - revel in them whenever you can.
I live in the US but I'm Italian and my City is Verona! The World Capital of Opera! We have the monument called Arena di Verona! It is the place where every year, goes on stage the Opera's season!
Many years ago, they decided to make a special event where, the 3 best tenors sang together... Placido Domingo, José Carreras and Luciano Pavarotti! I was working behind the stage and at the moment that all 3 together went up with the voices, the floor trembled...
We all had goosebumps to feel the floor shaking just for human voice... I will never forget that moment.... And I'm not a opera lover....
Queen of the night aria by Diana Damrau. Not only is she an amazing, athletic singer she does it while acting her ass off. She is terrifying and menacing. Plus you are reminded that there are no mics in opera! Her staccato high notes are, uh, breathtaking.
Just saw another video from some folks that were classically trained and moved away from it. They talked about how there are many kinds of music and performers. Classical artists are like Olympic athletes. They are at the very top of what is possible to do both technically and expressively. It takes absolutely insane amount of training and dedication to get there. Classical music is still unmatched when it comes to depth of expression IMO. I’m sure it won’t pull in as many views but I would love to hear (and see!) your breakdowns, however they manifest lol.
The whole opera can be seen at uv theaters across the country here in america this wednesday through the metropolitan opera broadcasts
Great reaction .. you are a mad beautiful genius ... i think i love you
Thank you for showing so much emotion while listening to this. You're a beautiful person.
It would be awesome, since you are dipping your toes in the Opera sea that you react to opera singer and fellow voice nerd Elizabeth Zarhoff (The Charismatic Voice) performing "Martern Aller Arten". Great analysis and reaction, Lolli!
Welcome aboard the Pavarotti train! Glad you could make it. Love all kinds of music. This will stand as one of the most impressive and moving performances in history!
Protect her at all cost! ❤
It’s like a Venn diagram of voice, power, and ability when Pavarotti was born and started singing. We were lucky he got obsessed with opera.
I wish politicians could explain their point of views with that kind of passion. While singing opera like him.
One of the greatest pieces of music ever written, sang by one of the greatest voices ever heard.
Nuff said.
Ahh! I'm so happy you're venturing in to opera! You always have such interesting, in-depth observations, even in a subject you confess to not knowing much about.
As for opera performance recommendations, I simply must name soprano Maria Callas, nicknamed "la divina" (the divine one), serious contender for best opera singer of the 20th century, and my personal favourite. Her prime years were during the 40's and 50's, so not many good quality recordings of her exist, but I would recommend her Casta Diva (which is filmed!), her Suicidio (the 1952 recording), her La mamma morta (the 1955 live version), and her Medea finale. If you have the time, you should also really check out the 1964 Covent Garden recording of the 2nd act of Tosca, as it is the only extant filmed instance of her acting on stage (and in addition to being a phenomenal singer, she was a terrific actress). A very good snippet of her from this video is the aria Vissi d'arte.
I'll also recommend my current fascination, mezzo-soprano Cecilia Bartoli, baroque specialist, master of vocal agility, and one of the most physically expressive singers I know. Honestly, you should go listen to the entire Viva Vivaldi concert, but as that might make for a rather lengthy endeavour, I'll pick out my two favourite arias: the energetic Siam navi all'onde algenti, and the biblically furious Armatae face et anguibus.
There's tonnes more of talented opera singers out there whom I love dearly, but in order not to bloat this comment, I'll end it here. Good luck to you in your future opera explorations ❤
OK, I *am* an opera girlie, but there are moments where things just ascend. This performance is one of those moments for me. It truly reminds me of how amazing humans are. This beautiful sound can be created by one of us and its power, its beauty, its transcendence can move us to tears. It doesn't matter what language the words are. It's just... magical.
Used to make fun of my dad when I was little, he’d get drunk, crank up the giant sofa sized stereo and listen to Mario Lanza..I was a pro brass player in a symphony orchestra for 25 years, I think Mario is the greatest tenor that ever lived…explore his story, his amazing, amazing recordings that we have..
Sung by Mario Lanza, this song moves me to tears. Pavarotti doesn't come close to getting to that point.
I'm Italian, and obviously love him. What kill our soul is the ending chorus of this fantastic exhibition, it's a mix of power, love, soul, some sort of heaven like sound ❤
Magic Flute with Diana Damrau. Please! It is so amazing. There are may versions of this impossible aria but I like Diana's best.
Oh yes...
Pavarotti is perfection. I'll never get tired of listening to him.
Thanks for analyzing this amazing performance!
Dear Fairy Voice Mother - I don't get to type that every day - This Nessun Dorma analysis was marvellous. Bravo. What an effective way to illustrate genius, to make legend a reality. Your note by note treatment of Pavarotti opens the door to the joy and artistry of a subject many people take for granted as merely large people singing large. It's an ideal introduction to opera. Apart from your informed vocal insights, your relatable charm and sense of fun excitement are infectious. Just off the top of my head Tosca comes to mind and Maria Callas and Tito Gobbi. And anon. Thanks.
This is one of my faves! Excited to see you analyze this one 🥰
Can't help but cry, every time I see and hear Pavarotti.
I'm not interested in opera. I'm not really that interested in the technical details of singing. But you and your videos are just so damned compelling I have to take it all in. Please never change and never dumb down your videos. You are a shining star and a joy to watch.
Thanks Lolly 😊 I’ve been an uncultured peasant my whole life but seeing this performance through your lens has given me an appreciation for something legendary 😮
He feels every single note.
If you really want to weep, just watch his last public performance, with this song, at the '06 Turin Olympics closing ceremony. He was dying of pancreatic cancer, and knew that it be the last time he performed in front of his people, in front of the world, some months before he passed.
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I love your channel so much because it's completely genuine. You genuinely love music, and so do we. Music is the color of life, and if there was nothing else, it is the reason I'm am grateful to be alive.
And he's not the king of vowels, he's the King of the High C's!
Yeah, I'm crying too. Didn't listened to this in years, wow. You just can't help it.
ooooh opera recommendations! For highest highs - Diana Damrau with her Queen of the night, for awesome mezzo - Cecilia Bartoli's Agitata da due venti, personally I'm sure she's alien, humans can't possibly hit notes that clear and in baroque too. And for a mix of both - Sabine Devieilhe & Marianne Crebassa Flower duet.
Add my vote for Cecilia Bartoli.
another thought, Cecilia Bartoli's Sposa son disprezzata
For me this is one of those songs that even if you don't listen to Opera, you still know this song because for me it's reach Icon statice. I can't remember which Olympics, but Opera got featured in the Opening Ceremony of one of the Summer Olympics (I want to say Barcelona, but I could be wrong), and this song got featured there by Pavarotti. That got the biggest reaction out of the crowd.
Oh Anna Netrebko & Elīna Garanča doing the Flower Duet is lovely.
I'm partial to Sabine Devieilhe & Marianne Crebassa's version.
@@Hohum37 That is great and I think the video quality is higher so good call there.
A great tip for more opera, Pavarotti's idol, who he himself said he had not reached his technical hability, is named Franco Corelli, his version of nessun dorma and many other songs are in youtube!