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  • čas přidán 15. 12. 2013
  • Here’s a link to the album where The von Trapps recorded Edelweiss with Charmain Carr (Liesl in the Sound of Music) pinkmartini.com...
    The von Trapps are currently pursuing individual careers outside of music, but they continue to make special guest appearances with friends and artists such as Pink Martini.
    This performance was shot in 2013. They were working on an album with Jack Hanna (who evidently is a 5 star yodeler) and they sang for our staff out of the goodness of their hearts. As you can see, this is breathtaking.
    Thank You , von Trapps!

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  • @Contessa6363
    @Contessa6363 Před 4 lety +3193

    My mother saw the original Von Trapp Family perform at St Mary's College in 1941 or 1942.

    • @lindagulledge8984
      @lindagulledge8984 Před 4 lety +221

      Michelle Misir I saw the original Von Trapp family perform in Mobile, AL in the 1940’s. I was about 5 years old. I am now 80. It was an experience I have never forgotten. An inspiring story and beautiful music!

    • @Contessa6363
      @Contessa6363 Před 4 lety +72

      @@lindagulledge8984 Hello Linda and Merry Christmas to you! I believe my mom was a Freshman or Sophomore in college when they came to Indiana. She was born in 1924. please share those memories with your family so that they may be passed down God Bless

    • @asylumchoir4586
      @asylumchoir4586 Před 4 lety +32

      How lovely! Merry Christmas to you ladies, and it’s wonderful that a beautiful video clip can bring people together. ❤️🕊🕯💫🐾🌎🐾✨🕯🕊❤️

    • @lindagulledge8984
      @lindagulledge8984 Před 4 lety +36

      I have shared my experience with my family. The Sound of Music is a family favorite. Makes my heart sing to hear these young people carry on Von Trapp family traditions🙏

    • @itsonlylovehere2
      @itsonlylovehere2 Před 4 lety +15

      What an honor that must have been

  • @wtfury
    @wtfury Před 8 lety +4029

    So glad the singing talent of the Von Trapp family was passed down to their Great Grandkids. Always enjoyed listening to them.

    • @edencassidy4255
      @edencassidy4255 Před 6 lety +18

      Singing ability isn’t genetically passed on

    • @Gowbang
      @Gowbang Před 6 lety +4

      R B thats such a nice thought,i agree,but the real children did not go around singing nor did maria

    • @living.ocalan9931
      @living.ocalan9931 Před 6 lety +37

      Eden Cassidy actually it is but it's recessive

    • @edencassidy4255
      @edencassidy4255 Před 6 lety +3

      Livin Gitmez that’s just not true

    • @edencassidy4255
      @edencassidy4255 Před 6 lety +15

      Livin Gitmez you’re not born able to sing in the same way you’re not born able to play sports. You work and develop the talent just like anything else

  • @connieseward8773
    @connieseward8773 Před 4 lety +2255

    I am moved to tears as I listen to these four singing to realize that but for their family’s bravery, they would not even exist. They are a representation of the beauty that can arise even from the most evil of circumstances and a light that shines from one of the darkest hours of human history. May we be reminded, once again, that we must always remember to do our best to live in peace and may we also remember the millions of other beautiful voices who have been silenced by war.

    • @Nick-wn1xw
      @Nick-wn1xw Před 4 lety +50

      The real story wasn’t quite like the movie. In real life they just took a train out. Still a very smart move and one that benefited us here in the U.S.

    • @Stacey_Robinson
      @Stacey_Robinson Před 4 lety +8

      So well said, thank you! I hope your holiday season is filled with light.

    • @teetarquin7012
      @teetarquin7012 Před 4 lety +1

      J OneLife Wrong

    • @jessicaknight788
      @jessicaknight788 Před 3 lety +5

      Beautifully said

    • @sarahwhitley4893
      @sarahwhitley4893 Před 3 lety +4

      Well said

  • @isiah180
    @isiah180 Před 3 lety +2108

    I was today years old when I found out that The Von Trapp family was an actual family who sang and not just from The Sound of Music.

    • @MVILLAGO72
      @MVILLAGO72 Před 3 lety +7

      Lol

    • @Slayygirl_
      @Slayygirl_ Před 3 lety +5

      oop-

    • @chrisbehrens763
      @chrisbehrens763 Před 3 lety +65

      If I remember correctly, they moved to America after escaping to Switzerland

    • @piccolo7643
      @piccolo7643 Před 3 lety +105

      The Von Trapps ended up in Vermont. My son graduated from Culinary School on the Von Trapp property. They said the mountains reminded them of Switzerland.

    • @gizzystravels4677
      @gizzystravels4677 Před 3 lety +4

      Me too. LOL

  • @FIGBARFILMS
    @FIGBARFILMS  Před 4 lety +6935

    Once again, everyone needs to understand that these “kids“ showed up at the office where I work in Columbus Ohio, sang for our staff out of the goodness of their hearts…this was completely an impromptu performance. I work for a video production company…someone grabbed a camera and shot this. They were extremely humble and lovely people. I’m so happy people can watch this and be so touched by it. I have been contacted by the von Trapp great grandkids and they have provided a link in the description of this video about what they are doing. They are absolutely fine with this video being posted and are touched by all the great responses and feedback.

    • @markconner7611
      @markconner7611 Před 4 lety +56

      Mike Meyer thanks!
      Amazing story!

    • @redorsey3995
      @redorsey3995 Před 4 lety +25

      Do they live in the US? What brought them to Columbus?

    • @FIGBARFILMS
      @FIGBARFILMS  Před 4 lety +86

      REDorsey I’m not sure if they live in Columbus… Jack Hannah somehow brought them to our office… He was doing some voiceover work for the Columbus zoo and just showed up with these folks and they saying for us. Jack is a great guy… A little crazy…But that’s what makes him so lovable.

    • @NatalyaCherry
      @NatalyaCherry Před 4 lety +30

      @@FIGBARFILMS but this was six years ago, right? My internet search revealed that they had connected with Hanna and others while touring, apparently based in Portland, OR, which they retired from in 2016. Too bad, as I'd have liked to have heard more from them.

    • @DrFoofyMan
      @DrFoofyMan Před 4 lety +96

      How Kanye's noise gets 50 billion views explains a lot. People do not understand what music is. They have migrated from greatness to mediocrity in just a few decades. This is what happens when you bring things to the lowest (un)common denominator. We've also been protecting the stupid for far too long and now we are surrounded by stupid.

  • @davidtrapp2157
    @davidtrapp2157 Před 4 lety +1324

    Often the best music and the best arrangements are the simplest.

    • @drsuecomedian
      @drsuecomedian Před 4 lety +15

      I love the Von Trapp singing. I'm the songwriting-singing daughter of an Austrian Jewish doctor. I'd love to hear my universal holiday song "Celebrate All That We Love" with your beautiful harmonies!

    • @fishwax6371
      @fishwax6371 Před 4 lety +65

      You're right, but this arrangement is pretty complex.

    • @DrFoofyMan
      @DrFoofyMan Před 4 lety +46

      This is NOT a simple arrangement. A brilliant artist can make something seem simple when it is anything but.

    • @mirawenya
      @mirawenya Před 4 lety +13

      Doesn’t sound simple at all

    • @indigo1538
      @indigo1538 Před 4 lety

      You are so right -

  • @johynsmith
    @johynsmith Před 4 lety +2010

    How beautiful and touching. When the Von Trapps made the courageous decision to risk their lives and leave everything behind to flee Nazi Germany they had no idea how it would turn out. It was sheer courage and grit to press forward by faith. It blesses me so much to see their great grandchildren happy and free in America over 7 decades later singing this beautiful song to honor their history. We should all be inspired to be this courageous.

    • @johynsmith
      @johynsmith Před 4 lety +22

      @See Quinn yes, we need to stand against it wherever it shows up.

    • @sue195423
      @sue195423 Před 4 lety +29

      @See Quinn
      Sadly it exists in far too many countries. My parents escaped during the Hungarian Revolution during which both my Grandfathers were murdered by pro Communist people. Horrendous atrocities continue to this day all over the world due to the warmongering ways of men who are power hungry control freaks. They want to assume the right to rule so they can line their own pockets to build their wealth. Until these types of people are eliminated there is little hope for Humanity. 😱

    • @araberger
      @araberger Před 4 lety +43

      They flee from Austria, near of Salzburg!

    • @kjlangton
      @kjlangton Před 4 lety +21

      They fled Austria by train, not quite like the movie.

    • @amrose4214
      @amrose4214 Před 3 lety +11

      Um it was nazi Austria.

  • @lear1980
    @lear1980 Před 4 lety +942

    For his last song Oscar Hammerstein created lyrics that sounded like an old Bavarian folk tune. Richard Rodgers wrote a beautiful folk melody for it and a classic was born.The Sound of Music forever attached Edelweiss to the Von Trapp family and I'm sure that most of the grandchildren and great grandchildren grew up singing it. It's quite obvious that these 4 cousins have put a lot of work into the harmonies. That being said, for an impromptu performance in an office setting this sounds amazing.

    • @wendyburke2210
      @wendyburke2210 Před 4 lety +12

      Their great grandparents would be so proud of them, as we all are.

    • @louisamuller4756
      @louisamuller4756 Před 4 lety +9

      Weren't the von Trapps Austrian, though?

    • @brucekuehn4031
      @brucekuehn4031 Před 4 lety +14

      They were Austrian and fled the Nazis after the Anschluss or annexation of Austria - a nonviolent takeover.
      And yes, Edelweiss was never an old folk song and came to Broadway in 1959.

    • @nerysbarra1077
      @nerysbarra1077 Před 3 lety +5

      Thank you so very much for Shari g this video for us again. The true story of this fa.ily is amazingly courageous. The movie The sound of music made this family immortal. I love that movie is my favorite. Its wonderful to hear these grandchildren sing this song. GOD BLESS THEM ALL. HOPE TO HEAR FROM THE NEXT GENERATON. AMERICA IS BLESSED BY HAVING THESE FAMILY HERE.

    • @Sumarluco
      @Sumarluco Před 3 lety

      Thank you, Wikipedia. That changes everything.

  • @karengrove7407
    @karengrove7407 Před 4 lety +224

    I once met Maria Von Trapp, in the early 70s, at the Von Trapp family lodge in Vermont. She was in her 80s and I was in my 20s. It was magical.

  • @writerspen010
    @writerspen010 Před 4 lety +411

    Their harmony is so beautiful, I could cry. I really hope Julie Andrews and Christopher Plummer manage to see this, as well as any of the actors who played the children.

    • @dennishalford5763
      @dennishalford5763 Před 2 lety +10

      I have a friend who is acquainted with Angela Cartwright. I sent her the link, so maybe Angela will get to see this. Such attractive young people with such beautiful voices! They do Maria Von Trapp and the captain proud!

    • @jacquelineklinges
      @jacquelineklinges Před 2 lety

      @@dennishalford5763 omg lucky you!! I hope she liked it! 😆

    • @dennishalford5763
      @dennishalford5763 Před 2 lety +2

      @@jacquelineklinges
      Angela Cartwright owned a shop in Pasadena, California. My friend used to go into Angela's shop frequently. I hope she remembered to mention it to her. The Von Trapp grandchildren have such beautiful voices! They are a credit to Maria Von Trapp.

    • @johndicarlo1945
      @johndicarlo1945 Před rokem

      Hi all, Angela, Julie, Christopher and the rest of the actors playing the children in the movie did see them perform this song here: czcams.com/video/5eAGdsyKe0g/video.html&ab_channel=ducadelaide

    • @peterpiper7441
      @peterpiper7441 Před 10 měsíci +2

      Christopher Plummer actually hated the Sound of Music when he was making the film. Not sure what his opinion would be today. Unfortunately he passed away three years ago.

  • @crystalemullen
    @crystalemullen Před 3 lety +567

    Oh my goodness gracious, these "kids" are are gifted singers, harmonizers, musicians, artists. Sooooo very beautiful!

  • @candycoatedreams
    @candycoatedreams Před 4 lety +3352

    Could you imagine being born into this family and not being able to sing? Oof.

    • @thehoneybadger1223
      @thehoneybadger1223 Před 4 lety +322

      They probably listen to the baby cry at birth, if it's a little off pitch it gets a new identity and a new family

    • @jemerauxdedeus5306
      @jemerauxdedeus5306 Před 4 lety +28

      What a disgrace. HAHA

    • @kp4692
      @kp4692 Před 4 lety +49

      Lol and that kids, is why we have vocal lessons!😂😂

    • @annikaericksen3938
      @annikaericksen3938 Před 4 lety +39

      they would learn very quickly...

    • @heaven3457
      @heaven3457 Před 3 lety +5

      🤣

  • @melissacollison6886
    @melissacollison6886 Před 4 lety +477

    FAMILY. HARMONY. There's truly nothing like it.

  • @adawnhowell9256
    @adawnhowell9256 Před 4 lety +246

    Beautiful voices...and to think, if their great grandparents hadn't "Climbed every mountain..." for real, 80 years ago now, these cousins wouldn't be here.

    • @jensmom604
      @jensmom604 Před 4 lety +21

      They didn't climb a mountain. If they had, they would have ended up in Germany, in the back yard of Hitler's summer retreat! The family had Italian citizenship because the captain was born in what was then part of Italy. The family was able to leave with no problem.

    • @ratflama8369
      @ratflama8369 Před 4 lety +18

      @@jensmom604 True. I believe they took a train to southern Italy and then hopped a boat to the US. Also, the eldest daughter never dated a Nazi brownshirt and it was Maria the governess who was strict with the children. The old man was actually quite close to the kids. Roles and circumstances were changed in the film in I suppose the name of "artistic liberty".

    • @viola00princess
      @viola00princess Před 4 lety +19

      @@jensmom604 Climbing the mountain was a metaphor in the song, and also here.

    • @Egyptianfaith
      @Egyptianfaith Před 3 lety +2

      And think if all those abortions didn't happen how many people would be here today that aren't.

  • @charlesmaglaughlin8304
    @charlesmaglaughlin8304 Před 4 lety +14

    About 44 years ago I had the pleasure of singing with a lovely lady dressed in Scandinavian costume. It was my church service with Kathryn Kuhlman as pastor. She interrupted the praise and worship part and announced that in the audience singing along next to me was someone we all knew and loved...Maria Von Trapp! I had spent a good part of an hour unknowingly singing along with and enjoying the company of the REAL Maria!

  • @velociraptor7871
    @velociraptor7871 Před 3 měsíci +3

    Just yesterday, I got to know that the Trapp family moved to Vermont USA.
    I watched the movie in the early of 1970's when I was a poor middle school boy. The family looked like king, queen, princes, and princesses in my eyes. All the bests to the family.
    Greetings from Korea.

    • @FIGBARFILMS
      @FIGBARFILMS  Před 3 měsíci

      Thanks for sharing. Greetings from Columbus, Ohio.

  • @TheSMPStudios
    @TheSMPStudios Před 7 lety +483

    Oh how I love that minor seventh!!

    • @FIGBARFILMS
      @FIGBARFILMS  Před 7 lety +36

      Didn't pick up on the minor seventh...wouldn't know one if it bit me in the foot...but these folks are really good...and as nice as they are good.

    • @TheSMPStudios
      @TheSMPStudios Před 7 lety +7

      Awesome! They seem to have been raised right!

    • @KWatsonMUSIC
      @KWatsonMUSIC Před 6 lety +17

      It's the quintessential barbershop chord :)

    • @ninstone3457
      @ninstone3457 Před 4 lety +4

      Yes! It was tight, it was perfect!

    • @tomwakefield119
      @tomwakefield119 Před 4 lety +3

      But I only see four singing.

  • @bchalloner6750
    @bchalloner6750 Před 6 lety +316

    There is a beauty of voices blending together in families that is deeply moving.

  • @anitamarks618
    @anitamarks618 Před 4 lety +46

    The Von Trapps are from Portland, Oregon. When they decided to bow out of public performances in 2016 (at least a couple of them were in college at the time) they did a “farewell” concert here. It was at a modest but popular concert venue, and was packed to the gills. Lovely evening, with four charming, self-effacing and extremely talented siblings. So glad I was able to attend. Hope they eventually return to performing. In the meantime, I’ll just have to keep listening to their 2014 “Dream a Little Dream” album they recorded with the group Pink Martini (another Portland treasure).

    • @FIGBARFILMS
      @FIGBARFILMS  Před 4 lety +7

      Thanks for the info!

    • @zabadazidit
      @zabadazidit Před 3 lety +4

      Just out of curiosity - did they sing "So Long, Farewell?" It would have been awesome if they did! ;-)

    • @daniellissing198
      @daniellissing198 Před 3 lety +4

      Hello thanks for being a fan,much love❤️❤️

  • @marcialbonifacio3285
    @marcialbonifacio3285 Před rokem +17

    Tha Sound of Music is one the best movies made. I watched it whenever i feel down and it never fails to lift my spirits up

  • @HellsBattleMoose
    @HellsBattleMoose Před 4 lety +319

    Jesus christ....this absolutely had me in tears listening to. Absolutely beautiful.

    • @der2397
      @der2397 Před 4 lety +12

      And you still felt you needed to start out your statement the way you did? Ridiculous! Jesus Christ lived, died and rose again to save your soul if you would choose to trust Him for His gracious and perfect gift. I will hope you make that decision at some point.

    • @singe0diabolique
      @singe0diabolique Před 4 lety +4

      Same here

    • @aattura1541
      @aattura1541 Před 4 lety +6

      Me too -- had me in tears -- and I'm a tough kid from the Bronx

    • @donnamarsello6551
      @donnamarsello6551 Před 4 lety +9

      It is really beautiful! But do you have to say “Jesus Christ “?

    • @fishwax6371
      @fishwax6371 Před 4 lety +4

      @@donnamarsello6551 Some people think it makes them sound tough or cool.

  • @cathielaury8035
    @cathielaury8035 Před 4 lety +334

    I had the awesome experience of visiting the Von Trapp Lodge in Stowe, VT this past fall. Such a beautiful place. We took the history tour and learned the true story of the von Trapps which in some ways is even more dramatic than the movie. Visited the beautiful cemetery where the Captain, Maria and some of the kids are buried. Also met one of the grandkids who runs the lodge. This is a bucket list item for anyone who is a fan of The Sound of Music.

    • @barbaragrant8721
      @barbaragrant8721 Před 4 lety +6

      it is a beautiful place.

    • @carenlissner454
      @carenlissner454 Před 4 lety +8

      I went there a few years ago. It really cheered me up. I loved reading in the library, hiking on the trails, returning for afternoon tea, and everyone was so nice. Can't wait to go again someday.

    • @booksandbirbs
      @booksandbirbs Před 4 lety +12

      Another place to visit is the Von Trapp greenhouse. Toby has the most beautiful plants for sale and gorgeous gardens. Speaking as a Vermonter who goes there and buys too many plants every single year.

    • @ciannacoleman5125
      @ciannacoleman5125 Před 4 lety +4

      So the family moved to the US? I had no idea

    • @booksandbirbs
      @booksandbirbs Před 4 lety +5

      Cianna Coleman yep! To Vermont!

  • @rosemarie6545
    @rosemarie6545 Před 4 lety +91

    How beautiful! I know they were singing harmony but it was almost like angelic instruments playing.

    • @pollacksharman0147
      @pollacksharman0147 Před 3 lety +1

      Hello how are you doing 😊😊😊😊

    • @shirell68
      @shirell68 Před 3 lety

      Unfortunately Christopher Plummer passed away

  • @Meilat1890
    @Meilat1890 Před 2 lety +21

    This makes me so happy. I grew up watching, “The Sound of Music”, then I got to play Maria Von Trapp in my high-school production and remember how amazing this family was.

    • @straightupdylan
      @straightupdylan Před 2 lety

      This is truly touching… especially since I played Herr Zeller in my high school production 💀

  • @justforthecommentinglol9955
    @justforthecommentinglol9955 Před 6 lety +420

    This warms my heart so much. I will forever love The Sound Of Music.

  • @s.r.ashcraft3293
    @s.r.ashcraft3293 Před 6 lety +268

    beautiful ! their grandparents would be so proud.

  • @mytexas1148
    @mytexas1148 Před 4 lety +90

    These very talented and unbelievably here, today, shows us all how much freedom for all people means to this world. If not for the freedoms their Great Grandparents believed in, I doubt we would have ever known as much as we do. The original Von Trapp’s could have lived out their lives in great wealth, and comfort but made freedom for all their lives, and others the main focus. I hope these young ones know how much their grandparents did for freedom....

  • @AbleBodied
    @AbleBodied Před 4 lety +17

    They come from such brave and talented great grandparents.
    They are "gifted" too.
    Thank you!

  • @gottheim1
    @gottheim1 Před 4 lety +146

    I saw them at the Jazz fest in Montreal years ago. Thye performed with a group called Pink Martini. They were all glorious!

    • @booksandbirbs
      @booksandbirbs Před 4 lety +8

      Marlene Gottheil I’m from Vermont and Pink Martini and the Von Trapp’s have been a staple of my life since I was a baby. Both are wonderful to see perform.

    • @emilymalden3310
      @emilymalden3310 Před 3 lety

      I had their CD a few years back.

  • @ajuluxoxo6487
    @ajuluxoxo6487 Před 7 lety +56

    I like how singing is passed through out there WHOLE family.

  • @Modernproverb7
    @Modernproverb7 Před 4 lety +32

    Beautiful harmony

  • @gaylamorris
    @gaylamorris Před 4 lety +29

    How absolutely disgusting that over 100 people clicked dislike. The historic significance of that song and those singers is way beyond their small minded comprehension.

    • @Eva-cc5xo
      @Eva-cc5xo Před 4 lety +3

      The song doesn't really have historical significance though, because it was written for the musical.

    • @tomwalker6756
      @tomwalker6756 Před rokem +1

      @@Eva-cc5xo Well, because it WAS written for one of the most famous and influential musicals in history, this song does indeed have historical significance. And it has become a beloved standard. Not many songs have acquired the same significance. I do appreciate your point, though: it didn't exist before the musical.

  • @jimlotspeich7117
    @jimlotspeich7117 Před 4 lety +131

    I still remember a Community Concert that was in Scottsbluff, NE where the Van Trapp family were the performers. I was just a teenager then but really enjoyed and felt the togetherness and love of the family. My dad was Manager of the Community Concerts there at the time.

    • @HighSpeedNoDrag
      @HighSpeedNoDrag Před 4 lety +1

      What year?

    • @moonharp
      @moonharp Před 4 lety

      Same here. They were wonderful. I loved the Community Concert series when I was growing up in Bountiful, Utah.

  • @charlesmaglaughlin8304
    @charlesmaglaughlin8304 Před 4 lety +193

    I'm having a great time in church singing away with a beautiful lady dressed in a Scandinavian outfit standing next to me. My pastor, Kathryn Kuhlman, stops leading the music and announces, "We have a very special guest in the audience today. A very warm and loving welcome to Maria Von Trapp"! I can brag I actually sang and had a joyous time with Maria"!

    • @didiorakwue2452
      @didiorakwue2452 Před 3 lety +7

      I’m more jealous Kathryn Kuhlman was your pastor!!

    • @pamelah6431
      @pamelah6431 Před 3 lety +8

      Kuhlman was nothing short of a heretic and a false prophet!

    • @wendyokoopa7048
      @wendyokoopa7048 Před 3 lety +6

      So Charles you solved the problem with Maria? Guys I'm joking there's a song on sound of music called how do you solve a problem like Maria

  • @carolinezipp4383
    @carolinezipp4383 Před 2 lety +9

    Wow!!!! And bless the Von Trapp family forever!!

  • @rosie72
    @rosie72 Před 4 lety +19

    I met these wonderful and talented siblings back in 2006 when they made their professional Canadian debut at Stratford Summer Music in Stratford Festival's Festival Theatre. We spent a few days together promoting the concert in Toronto, Kitchener and Stratford and had the best time. What a joy it is to see them grown and know that they are still performing when time allows in their busy adult lives.

  • @garylstrickland
    @garylstrickland Před 4 lety +264

    My father's favorite movie was The Sound of Music and he always wanted to be able to go back to Austria one day. (He had been there while serving in the US army during WW2 and The Korean War) I still have a hard time hearing this song without tearing up since he passed away 16 years ago. What a wonderful gift from these amazing voices. God bless them.

    • @KatieBolingerofKatemadeDesigns
      @KatieBolingerofKatemadeDesigns Před 4 lety +10

      this was my dad's favorite song. I wanted them to play it at his funeral but that idea was shot down because the church organist didn't know it

    • @sabrinan4792
      @sabrinan4792 Před 4 lety +8

      My dad's, too. He was Italian. I cry whenever I hear it, even a music box...he would have loved this by the Von Trapp family members.

    • @cherieallen2539
      @cherieallen2539 Před 4 lety +7

      Oh .and most importantly .how could I forget to mention. Edelweiss??? That song seems soooo anoited by God when I first heard it I bawled like a baby .and my mom rushed in my room .(visiting Grandma in Yuma) I was about 32 and she could not believe I could be so worked up over a song ! She thought I hurt myself or something like that 😂subsequently. 3 more times I had the same reaction to that beautiful Melody .🎶❤️

    • @cherieallen2539
      @cherieallen2539 Před 4 lety +4

      And to Gary Strickland .I just saw one of your videos as well .keep the music coming .it's the big connector between us humans And animals even and can you imagine a world without it ??? I can't especially if God is in it ! Merry Christmas everyone🎶🎆🎄✨💓🙏

    • @garylstrickland
      @garylstrickland Před 4 lety +3

      @@cherieallen2539 I'll keep writing for as long as He has me here! :-)

  • @mjgrimm9953
    @mjgrimm9953 Před 4 lety +81

    I can't believe it's been that long. Sound of Music in the theater was one of the best memories I had with my mother.

  • @jack_k2136
    @jack_k2136 Před 4 lety +36

    167 haters with hearts of stone. Just beautiful. If we had more kindness and more of these 'happy' little stories, the world would be a less cynical place.

  • @ceciliamelendez5727
    @ceciliamelendez5727 Před 4 lety +8

    I can watch this movie over and over again without getting tired. Marvelous movie indeed

  • @betsykeller9096
    @betsykeller9096 Před 4 lety +55

    These are the people who should have been in the live televised version of "The Sound of Music". Wow!

    • @Pfsif
      @Pfsif Před 4 lety

      Sorry, they're white not allowed.

  • @patriciaagardi9008
    @patriciaagardi9008 Před 4 lety +55

    Hope they continue to pass this talent of beautiful voices to generations to come...awesome

  • @EmeraldWizard101
    @EmeraldWizard101 Před 2 lety +8

    I was so excited when I watched this video, I couldn’t remember how many times I rewatched the movie “The Sound of Music”, my favorite and I guess countless other peoples’ ,too. God bless this young grandchildren.

  • @robmangeri777
    @robmangeri777 Před 3 lety +27

    This hits home on so many levels! They are every bit as talented as the professionals in the movie and yet their story is the real deal and so are they! God bless you all my friends and keep singing and blessing people!!!

  • @ipswichdaddy1
    @ipswichdaddy1 Před 7 lety +588

    As August von Trapp is the oldest grandchild his official title is His Excellency August Freiherr von Trapp

    • @Kayladawl01085
      @Kayladawl01085 Před 6 lety +8

      Rod S isn’t he the youngest?

    • @NinaMarieNPianoKeys
      @NinaMarieNPianoKeys Před 6 lety +6

      He is the youngest! He just looks tall (probably puberty)

    • @bavarianwordsmith7834
      @bavarianwordsmith7834 Před 6 lety +22

      Only thing that we in Germany and they in Austria abolished royal titles by becoming republics. According to German and Austrian law the royal titles are bull and void. No one must call August his excellency, and the Freiherr is only part of the name. They get to keep their villas and castles, but have to pay taxes like everyone else. Unlike in the Netherlands, Sweden, Denmark and UK, where their respective royal families live off of taxes and do as they please with their appanage. In Germany and Austria it's called parasitic lifestyle.

    • @noratheyandere6448
      @noratheyandere6448 Před 6 lety +31

      Bavarian Wordsmith actually, at least in the UK, the royal family pays taxes, and all nobles who own their estates are expected to care and pay for them themselves, that's why so many are open to the public for viewing, so the family has the money for repair and maintenance. Plus the Royal and noble families bring in more money then the government spends on them, so they pay for themselves.

    • @scottadler
      @scottadler Před 6 lety +1

      Germany and Austria were so much better off after they did this -- and received shit for leaders.

  • @carolbrowning2246
    @carolbrowning2246 Před 4 lety +34

    What joyful music on a dreary, grey and windy day outside!

  • @linneamedia
    @linneamedia Před rokem +2

    The prettiest rendition I have ever heard

  • @lyndagettier6407
    @lyndagettier6407 Před 4 lety +25

    Seeing this brings back so many wonderful memories. Not only did we love the (inaccurate) musical, but it was the last concert my Mom and I ever went to together. It was The Von Trapp Family Singers Christmas concert, and it was absolutely beautiful and awe inspiring.

  • @Limescale12
    @Limescale12 Před 8 lety +325

    their family's story is so amazing. love this. love this so much!

    • @calowen8932
      @calowen8932 Před 7 lety +1

      limescale onetwo i

    • @ceptabc
      @ceptabc Před 6 lety +5

      Dreadfully sad story though. I love the movie, and absolutely am always 'choked up' when I watch the Captain and Julie dance the Lailanee (Spelling???), stare into each others eyes, and realise they truly love each other.

    • @mansouralmarzooqi2438
      @mansouralmarzooqi2438 Před 2 lety +1

      Yes

  • @planetruth414
    @planetruth414 Před 4 lety +108

    What a treat!!! Heavenly! Thank you posting this!!!

  • @mamaeli8101
    @mamaeli8101 Před 4 lety +11

    Breathtakingly beautiful

    • @janetsheridan3266
      @janetsheridan3266 Před 4 lety

      So beautifl thank you for making my Christmas Eve...It is my dads favorite song💞

  • @janefuller7335
    @janefuller7335 Před 4 lety +8

    The original song, as sung by Captain von Trapp at the end of the movie moved me to tears many years ago, and so did this beautiful performance by the von Trapp's great-grandkids! What talent! God bless them!

  • @GunMama06
    @GunMama06 Před 4 lety +38

    What a lovely group of talented young people-and what a fabulous arrangement of this classic piece. The groups' flawless harmonies are soothing to the soul.

  • @sherie7528
    @sherie7528 Před 4 lety +23

    My sister and I watched the Sound if Music last night. She sent me this. Beautiful voices.

  • @sandrakirtley2323
    @sandrakirtley2323 Před 2 lety +6

    🙌🙌👏👏👏👏👏👏😭😭😭😭😭Love it! I have always cried; when I hear that song! Love your family!!!!

  • @everlasting9292
    @everlasting9292 Před 2 měsíci +1

    I think “Edelweiss” is so beautiful already, such a sweet homage to a where many people call home. This rendition is just AMAZING. The harmonies are beautiful, and these 4 lovely people blend to well together!!

  • @drsuecomedian
    @drsuecomedian Před 4 lety +171

    So beautiful! Edelweiss (written by Jewish songwriters (Rodgers and Hammerstein) and sung by descendants of Austrian Christians, has special meaning to me - the songwriting-singing daughter of an Austrian Jewish refugee. :).

    • @zabadazidit
      @zabadazidit Před 3 lety +16

      As another child of the Holocaust - my family was Greek-American but lived in Greece during the war, and witnessed all the Nazi atrocities - my thoughts and prayers go out to you. L'Chayim and Shalom, my sister in spirit! From a Greek Orthodox Christian who put a "kvitlach" in the Western Wall but also knelt and received a blessing from the Church of the Holy Sepulchre. G-D knows all of His children!

    • @shanamccracken4945
      @shanamccracken4945 Před 3 lety +4

      @@zabadazidit Amen and Omeyn!

    • @daniellissing198
      @daniellissing198 Před 3 lety +1

      Hello thanks for being a fan,much love❤️❤️

    • @daniellissing198
      @daniellissing198 Před 3 lety

      @@shanamccracken4945 Hello thanks for being a fan,much love❤️❤️

    • @drsuecomedian
      @drsuecomedian Před 3 lety

      ​ Love Edelweiss! Here's my original song "A Winter Crocus: The Gift of Hope" czcams.com/video/3Y4_rwnpbeU/video.html , Maybe the von Trapp Family would like to sing it! :) Love, Susan Horowitz (Dr. Sue)

  • @ashxf
    @ashxf Před 4 lety +30

    They're certainly a tribute to their family. Well done!

  • @megshosfeld9072
    @megshosfeld9072 Před 3 lety +6

    A few years back I had the opportunity to hear Kurt's grandchildren sing at the symphony, it was a huge surprise.

  • @diegowolfe2744
    @diegowolfe2744 Před 4 lety +16

    As a child of an Austro-Hungarian family from the old country hearing this was so touching to my heart, whomever recorded this is a saint to have captured a true treasure, thank you for putting it up on here

  • @LeslieBigos
    @LeslieBigos Před 4 lety +99

    Magical moment for all you who were there. Thanks for sharing. Their voices aren't only a performance but a legacy that conquered Nazism.

  • @debbiez4875
    @debbiez4875 Před 4 lety +22

    Talent runs in this family. That is one of my favorite songs from the movie

  • @Yonah4Him
    @Yonah4Him Před rokem +11

    Dear von Trapp family, thank you for blessing us. Your heritage is so inspiring! Who doesn't love someone stong, faithful to God, and willing to sacrifice for freedom? We sing with you against world tyrannies dictated by Jesuits and proscribed by satan's minions. We sing with you for truth, right, and freedom of conscience! We sing with you for all that is good, and all that is loving this Christmas!

  • @mariag1470
    @mariag1470 Před 4 lety +129

    Good stuff. Haters gonna hate. Whatever. These kids are talented. That's a fact. As a Sound of Music fan from way back, I appreciate this.

  • @Bruce-1956
    @Bruce-1956 Před 4 lety +45

    Wonderful. Made me cry.

  • @susanruske1476
    @susanruske1476 Před 4 lety +9

    Loved their rendition of Edelweiss!

  • @debbiehope4053
    @debbiehope4053 Před 3 lety +6

    Oh wow I love this song & the musical Sound of music. Your beautiful harmonys.Thank you & keep singing together. God bless you all.

  • @DrParryAPeet
    @DrParryAPeet Před 4 lety +3

    I sang this a little boy at the age of 7 and now 50 years later I am touched to sing along again with this beautiful song. Thank you Von Trapp grandchildren for a great memory relived.

  • @jspud10
    @jspud10 Před 4 lety +46

    Wow! Amazing harmony, beautiful, and emotional performance!

  • @bluejay6184
    @bluejay6184 Před 4 lety +21

    The four sing as one voice, breathing and executing each nuance as a unit. Don’t know if their style was intentional, but they seem to mimic an accordion! This performance is a gem 💝

  • @makeupboss3568
    @makeupboss3568 Před 3 lety +2

    One of my favorites from the movie The Sound of Music. My mom would sing this to us as kids trying to get us to sleep. We come from a musical family, ( we all sing and play some kind of instrument. ) Both my parents can sing which is awesome.

  • @jeanhall1850
    @jeanhall1850 Před 5 měsíci +1

    I love how they put on an impromptu performance free. Their voices are wonderful to listen to.💖

    • @FIGBARFILMS
      @FIGBARFILMS  Před 5 měsíci

      I posted this video years ago & had no idea how to reach them. Finally made contact & they were very gracious & nice.

  • @judithmaryhill4862
    @judithmaryhill4862 Před 4 lety +5

    How wonderful to see the generations continuing the family traditions 😊❤👍😊❤👍

  • @Evan1060
    @Evan1060 Před 4 lety +52

    Beautiful harmonies. Love it

  • @janetshaffer423
    @janetshaffer423 Před 4 lety +5

    Gorgeous and lovely.

  • @jhowardmarkleyjr3335
    @jhowardmarkleyjr3335 Před 4 lety +5

    Certainly a privilege to hear their harmonic voices performing a wonderfully warm song.

  • @JefTy1
    @JefTy1 Před 4 lety +19

    my favorite song!!! I have song this to my 7 year old every single night since he was born!! it never gets old!!! Merry Christmas to the Von Trapps!

  • @apcesq
    @apcesq Před 4 lety +19

    I saw them live when they toured with Pink Martini. They are out of this world.

  • @juliahenry6884
    @juliahenry6884 Před 3 lety +7

    Midst a world of chaos and strife, that was music to my ears!!! Truly beautiful singing with such a gentle blend of harmonies. Such talent! What a treat!

  • @diamondcollins6972
    @diamondcollins6972 Před 4 lety +7

    Almost 2020 and these singers still bring warmth and a feeling of Family to viewers all the world around. Beautiful singers.

  • @davidholtzhouse7190
    @davidholtzhouse7190 Před 4 lety +3

    What wonderful voices and a beautiful blend together. My favorite from the Sound of Music.

  • @leavanwinkle1740
    @leavanwinkle1740 Před 4 lety +12

    nice to see the talent has passed on through the generations!

  • @samsanderson224
    @samsanderson224 Před 2 lety +4

    So beautiful!!!!! The Von Trapp story so touched my heart about what the family had to endure. The grandchildren are beautiful people….with generational talent. ❤️ God bless!

  • @marywhitfield7553
    @marywhitfield7553 Před 3 lety +2

    Loved this. My favorite all time movie. 🙏🙏🙏

  • @sharonf3960
    @sharonf3960 Před 4 lety +54

    WOW - the ornament does not fall far from the tree.

    • @daveenyart
      @daveenyart Před 4 lety +3

      Absolutely wonderfully said.

  • @brumak9620
    @brumak9620 Před 4 lety +22

    Their great grandmother Maria came to Brenau College, my school, in the late sixties and spoke of her journey she was a kind, gentle person. What a joy to hear these amazing voices coming together. Just lifts the spirit so much. Thank you to whoever posted this.

  • @contralto25
    @contralto25 Před 4 lety +4

    Coincidence?! I watched "Sound of music" today for the zillionth time. I love the music and the love shown. These guys are good! Love it

  • @robingibson7503
    @robingibson7503 Před 4 lety +1

    Brings tears, of joy. My mother was Austrian, She was a nurse during WWII. And she loved that show.

  • @jeanneeddy353
    @jeanneeddy353 Před 4 lety +3

    Another generation of amazing talent! Lovely!

  • @rogermetzger7335
    @rogermetzger7335 Před 4 lety +17

    I wish more families would teach their children how to sing harmony. I think it would be an important step toward a more harmonious society.

  • @sarahhearn-vonfoerster7401

    Just a beautifully blended tone, and delightful passing phrases. They truly deserve their sterling reputation!!

  • @juliatodor7939
    @juliatodor7939 Před 3 lety +11

    Rest in Peace Christopher Plummer. It feels as though we've all lost a grandfather or relative. Christopher Plummer was an absolutely wonderful, honest man, gentleman and always showed what class, kindness and modesty were. He was professional, courageous, and simply was a timeless actor who inspired millions upon millions around the world to pursue their dreams and the arts. Few actors, actresses and people in general got and get the opportunity and chacncec to have careers with such longevity and impact. The Sound of Music has always had a very special place in my heart since I was very very little and it will forever be that way.

  • @nr5665
    @nr5665 Před 4 lety +14

    M What a joy to hear these young people sing!

  • @tm1830
    @tm1830 Před 4 lety +13

    I’m sure their great grandparents would be so proud!

  • @theolamp5312
    @theolamp5312 Před 3 lety +8

    Absolutely lovely and sweet. A heritage well represented. Harmonies like this come from love and a lot of dedicated work. The tears of joy come from my heart.

  • @notsohandytim5090
    @notsohandytim5090 Před 3 lety +6

    Given all that this song encompasses, there is no way I could stop it from painfully and cheerfully piercing my heart.

  • @lindamoses3697
    @lindamoses3697 Před 4 lety +8

    The world loves this family and it's beautiful music.

  • @gerryorne2229
    @gerryorne2229 Před 4 lety +3

    great movie. great family!

  • @spiderliliez
    @spiderliliez Před 2 lety +4

    I'm not crying. I love the movie based on their grandparents. I'm sooo touched.

  • @nolap67
    @nolap67 Před 4 lety +2

    Just so very beautiful 😍