@@Cynicalgeek743 Of course, I know it - however, this version is one of my favorites. As for Scholl, his interpretation of Vivaldi's 'Nisi Dominus' is one of my beloved pieces
I'm so grateful that I came across Iestyn Davies. His voice is so even, beautiful, the right amount of color. Heard him from the Met's HD production of "Rodelinda" and he was amazing!
Robin Brown - I couldn't agree more. Iestyn is already at the pinnacle of the genre; what is exciting is how much more he will advance the art of the countertenor? Keep going Iestyn, the world is at your feet!
I’ve just discovered your videos and your voice. It’s AMAZING! So pure and powerful! Bravo! You became one of my favorite countertenors in just a couple of minutes🥰
Robert, I already have 2 of Davies's CDs - "Arias for Guadagni" and "The art of melancholy". I want more of his recordings and yours too:-) Good luck to both!
Paris sans fin It must be something personal between both of you. Otherwise I can't explain. Even if disliking the pitch of his voice, he still stays an excellent singer. You aren't expressing a profound opinion on his singing. It's just rude and offensive. Sorry for you.
Robert, I just came from his concert in Vancouver with Fretwork. It was fantastic! Live is always so special! And now I have these 2 CDs "Arias for Guadagni" and "The art of melancholy" signed by Mr Davies himself! I'm so happy!:-) I wanted to buy their CD with Nyman and Purcell pieces but somebody forgot to bring them. It's a pity! But we have Amazon:-)
I specially love a recording Mr. Davies did of ""O thou that tellest good tidings to Zion"" from the Messiah. That is how I learned from this singer and became a fan of his voice. (Please excuse my English. )
Will be the background music of the mind in my deathbed confession. Thank you for posting to remind us that this apparent world points to the true one if only we listen
Love Lestyn's vocal timbre, in this performance of J.S.Bach's Agnus Dei. Have a listen to ''Eternal Light'' with Lestyn and the Trumpeter Alison Balsam for more delights; it's sublime and pure heaven. How certain people can call his voice ''girly'' is beyond my comprehension. I guess some listeners just want to create an argument as they are bored during lock down! One of the best counter tenors ever with a superb timbre & vocal range. One has to also thank J.S. for an absolutely gorgeous, beautiful & memorable melody!
Surely waiting through that long intro to start singing on a piano top D is one of the great trials of a countertenor's life (tho' the Chorton pitch helps). Handled here with grace and beauty.
Global economy, Covid19, corruption, lack of empathy, social injustices; all of this makes me very angry ... just a beautiful dog like that, keeps my heart warm, and reminds me that God is here.
Iestyn voice seems to be the proper voice for this score and especialy when he sings Eternal source of light divine, best recording I've ever heard so far ... link: ua-cam.com/video/fCSQd8Nx4mI/v-deo.html
Not tightened, the wood is convex rather than concave in disposition - the reason is that the bows are designed and constructed on Baroque models. My own bass viola da gamba's bow is similarly built. They always seem to have a long point on the end compared to 'modern' bows too. The hair is probably not as tight as on modern bows, interestingly.
Hi Andres; the piece in its entirety is being performed at 'baroque pitch' which is A=415hz as opposed to modern pitch which is A=440hz. The orchestra are The English Concert who are practitioners of 'Historically Informed Performance' so when playing Bach do this all the time. More info here en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A440_(pitch_standard)
@@iestyndavies Besides being reasonably authentic, this pitch is kind to us counter-tenors! I sang this at concert pitch once, and the opening p high D was a real sweat-maker, at least for an amateur C-T.
He finds himself out of air at the end of each phrase, what makes it inaudible, although the tempo is quicker than usual...such a pity, because his voice is beautiful.
Good YES, but littlr too fast for me!!! Andreas Scholl have also recorded this for Harmonia Mundi, it's over 1 min longer. Listen to him before you decide!
To decide what? Scholl is great in his own way! But why can't we just enjoy both versions without putting a "tag" whose is the best ever?! :-) Happy New Year to everyone with this divine beauty!
If you want to hear the way Bach meant this to be sung, listen to Michael Chance in his numerous renditions, but especially the one with Franz Bruggen (1989 Philips recording). His warmth of tone and sense of legato has NOT BEEN MATCHED by any other singer that exists at this point! Davies is accurate in every way, BUT VERY COLD AND DETACHED in his delivery! In fact, there is not much that makes me want to listen to Davies at all!
George Peabody What a thoughtful comment; thank you for sparing the time. I would relish the opportunity to also chat with Bach about how he wanted this to be sung. Lucky you!
What a surprise! You must pardon my ZEAL for I have a definite inclination for Chance's singing, but he is a bit older than you, been in the business of Bach a lot longer and that may be his edge, but that's my humble opinion! I commend you for your commentary, and if I could arrange a séance, we might conjure up The great Johann, himself. God Bless!
I always find that Iestyn’s performances make me aware of the miraculous, improbable, and incomprehensible propositions being set forth. I love the tranquility and absence of terror In this performance. The Lamb goes uncomplaining forth. The timbre and artistic presentation belong to a reality we can only access through art. We have flown from the US to U.K. numerous times to hear him. Nevertheless, I recognize it is difficult to let go of the idols of one’s youth and embrace a young artist. I often have that problem, too.
The most beautiful counter tenor voice I have heard in recent years.
...this is one of the most beautiful Bach Agnus Dei ever recorded!
No doubt. A superb performance. For a darker feel try Andreas Scholl’s rendition
@@Cynicalgeek743 Of course, I know it - however, this version is one of my favorites. As for Scholl, his interpretation of Vivaldi's 'Nisi Dominus' is one of my beloved pieces
Blissful way to spend 12 minutes...Yes, I listened to it twice!
I’m addicted to this voice. Best counter tenor I’ve ever heard.
Gorgeous singing and interpretation, one of the best I've ever heard, a real treasure.
From J. S. Bach B minor Catholic Mass
😮😮😮😮😮😮😮😮pop me pop 😮😮😮😅😅
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A beautiful, warm, sensitive voice that moves the soul so gently. Thank you
Sensible, délicat, stylé, avec un matériau vocal infaillible ! Bravo Iestyn, et bravo aussi au grand Harry Bicket !
Just the most beautiful rendition of this Agnus Dei I have heard.
Have you tried the version by Katherine Ferrier?
@@jaybee7078 yeah, I prefer Iestyn (an amazing countertenor voice) in general 10 times more
Alfred Deller is smiling in heaven listening to this voice. Truly wonderful !
Iestyn Davies is just brilliant... could listen to him all day long, a style of singing that goes back thousands of years...
Davies is my favourite countertenor for Agnus Dei. Superb.
Such a beautiful blend of gravity and delicacy!
Beautifully sung lestyn, calm, controlled and moving - loved it.
I'm so grateful that I came across Iestyn Davies. His voice is so even, beautiful, the right amount of color. Heard him from the Met's HD production of "Rodelinda" and he was amazing!
Singing is breathtaking, especially its colour and interpretation.
Robin Brown - I couldn't agree more. Iestyn is already at the pinnacle of the genre; what is exciting is how much more he will advance the art of the countertenor? Keep going Iestyn, the world is at your feet!
I’ve just discovered your videos and your voice. It’s AMAZING! So pure and powerful! Bravo! You became one of my favorite countertenors in just a couple of minutes🥰
Same!!!
Great voice! One of the most beautiful voices I've ever heard! Just sheer disarming beauty without unnecessary agitation...Thanks for posting.
Robert, I already have 2 of Davies's CDs - "Arias for Guadagni" and "The art of melancholy". I want more of his recordings and yours too:-) Good luck to both!
What what?
Paris sans fin
It must be something personal between both of you. Otherwise I can't explain.
Even if disliking the pitch of his voice, he still stays an excellent singer.
You aren't expressing a profound opinion on his singing. It's just rude and offensive.
Sorry for you.
Agree! He is beautifuly profound without pretensions. How delightful!
Robert, I just came from his concert in Vancouver with Fretwork. It was fantastic! Live is always so special! And now I have these 2 CDs "Arias for Guadagni" and "The art of melancholy" signed by Mr Davies himself! I'm so happy!:-) I wanted to buy their CD with Nyman and Purcell pieces but somebody forgot to bring them. It's a pity! But we have Amazon:-)
I specially love a recording Mr. Davies did of ""O thou that tellest good tidings to Zion"" from the Messiah. That is how I learned from this singer and became a fan of his voice. (Please excuse my English. )
Everything on UA-cam with Iestyn is fabulous....
I do my astrophysics to the sound of his voice - always.
As, I sometimes do myself, Joss!
Hi Joss - I come back to this over and over again, as well...
Wonderful. Much better than other “popular” countertenors.
This is my favorite rendition of Agnus Dei.S2
spectacular Bach his music comforts me and finds myself
I listened to it a few times! Magnificent!
Wonderful, great voice. I can listen forever, I feel the heaven❤
Most beautiful voice.
BACH MY LOVE.......
Awesome! Bravissimo! Everything here is perfect 👌💕💕💕💕💕💕💕
Absolutely beautiful and totally perfect meter I love it X
Wonderful singing in every way. Bravo!
Very nice.
My absolute favorite though is Andreas Schöll's interpretation
very expressive..................I love it.... I can feel it
His tones are so smooth and even and lovely to the ear.
From J. S. Bach B minor catholic Mass
amazing voice
My favourite ever ...
Will be the background music of the mind in my deathbed confession. Thank you for posting to remind us that this apparent world points to the true one if only we listen
Love Lestyn's vocal timbre, in this performance of J.S.Bach's Agnus Dei. Have a listen to ''Eternal Light'' with Lestyn and the Trumpeter Alison Balsam for more delights; it's sublime and pure heaven.
How certain people can call his voice ''girly'' is beyond my comprehension. I guess some listeners just want to create an argument as they are bored during lock down! One of the best counter tenors ever with a superb timbre & vocal range.
One has to also thank J.S. for an absolutely gorgeous, beautiful & memorable melody!
Iestyn Davies has a most beautiful voice.
My favourite interpretation. ♥Thank you, Mr. Davies. 🙏
Me quede anodadado
Perfect!!!
No imagine poder ver una interpretación de tal magnitud, lo que uno encuentra por estos lugares.
Impressionant com la veu surt i sembla sense esforç, donant una sensació de Pau i Serenitat. Bravissimo !!!!!
MERAVIGLIOSO, STRAZIANTE, PARADISIACO!!!!
Bravo!!!
Meraviglia..il controtenor esemplare esecuzione simile a A.Deller ..grazie complimenti .
stupenda voce , meraviglioso Iestyn...
Magnificent!!
On vogue dans le sublime...
Bravo !! Great voice !! wonderful !!
Bravo!
Wunderschöne 👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️💯
Beautiful.
Surely waiting through that long intro to start singing on a piano top D is one of the great trials of a countertenor's life (tho' the Chorton pitch helps). Handled here with grace and beauty.
Not just for countertenor. Any mezzo or contralto too!! The challenge is for ALL! They don't have it any easier.
extraordinario..!!
Very moving.
Le plus beau des "transports" , magnifique oeuvre et interprétation .
Incredible talent ! Thank you for this beauty ❤️
Voce sublime!!!!!!!
Sublime!
A glimpse of the divine.
Fabulous 😍🙏
Tears..
you are the best
Fab voice!
In one word: Wonderful!
Watched your performance in Samson's Third Act by G.F Handel. And im thrilled by your Countertenor.
bravissimo!
Great!
Que maravilla de voz!!! Junto con jaroussky, mis contratenores favoritos. combinación de técnica y dulzura.
Global economy, Covid19, corruption, lack of empathy, social injustices; all of this makes me very angry ... just a beautiful dog like that, keeps my heart warm, and reminds me that God is here.
Sublime!!!
I'm going to like 👍🇧🇷✨
Beautifully sung. Well done.
Alison의 Sound the Trumpet에서 보고 목소리가 너무 좋아서 검색했습니다. 천상과 소통되는 기분이 드는 목소리입니다. 너무 아름다워요.
.... Have Mercy on us
....einmalig ...
Que bien canta este paisano
exquisite
From J. S. Bach B minor catholic Mass
Hermoso!!
Bravo!!!!!!
Bliss!
Davies = worlds greatest voice
Stunning performance, plus German pronunciation of Latin.
It is not the "German" pronunciation of Latin, but the correct Latin pronunciation, e.g. "Agnus" and not "Anjus".
Oh Bliss !
❤❤😮
Iestyn voice seems to be the proper voice for this score and especialy when he sings Eternal source of light divine, best recording I've ever heard so far ... link:
ua-cam.com/video/fCSQd8Nx4mI/v-deo.html
Quelle chance d'avoir ces musiciens aujourd'hui. Je préfère Nathalie Stutzmann ou Alfred Deller, . Mais tout de même , c'est formidable!!!
Devine…
One of my favourite singers. Is this sung in Latin or Italian?
Thanks. It's in Latin (and in this performance we pretended we were German singing Latin...)
amen
Monte-Carlo, surely you jest? Sean Rider and Ian Brown seem pretty run-of-the-mill to me, Are you related to them?
Can someone please tell me whats up with the bows. Why are they so tightened and pointy?
Not tightened, the wood is convex rather than concave in disposition - the reason is that the bows are designed and constructed on Baroque models. My own bass viola da gamba's bow is similarly built. They always seem to have a long point on the end compared to 'modern' bows too.
The hair is probably not as tight as on modern bows, interestingly.
Hardd Iawn.
you are the best shit
Remarquable.
Why did they bring this down a half step?
Hi Andres; the piece in its entirety is being performed at 'baroque pitch' which is A=415hz as opposed to modern pitch which is A=440hz. The orchestra are The English Concert who are practitioners of 'Historically Informed Performance' so when playing Bach do this all the time. More info here en.wikipedia.org/wiki/A440_(pitch_standard)
@@iestyndavies Besides being reasonably authentic, this pitch is kind to us counter-tenors! I sang this at concert pitch once, and the opening p high D was a real sweat-maker, at least for an amateur C-T.
:)
He finds himself out of air at the end of each phrase, what makes it inaudible, although the tempo is quicker than usual...such a pity, because his voice is beautiful.
Good YES, but littlr too fast for me!!! Andreas Scholl have also recorded this for Harmonia Mundi, it's over 1 min longer. Listen to him before you decide!
To decide what? Scholl is great in his own way! But why can't we just enjoy both versions without putting a "tag" whose is the best ever?! :-) Happy New Year to everyone with this divine beauty!
If you want to hear the way Bach meant this to be sung, listen to Michael Chance in his numerous renditions, but especially the one with Franz Bruggen (1989 Philips recording). His warmth of tone and sense of legato has NOT BEEN MATCHED by any other singer that exists at this point! Davies is accurate in every way, BUT VERY COLD AND DETACHED in his delivery! In fact, there is not much that makes me want to listen to Davies at all!
George Peabody What a thoughtful comment; thank you for sparing the time. I would relish the opportunity to also chat with Bach about how he wanted this to be sung. Lucky you!
What a surprise! You must pardon my ZEAL for I have a definite inclination for Chance's singing, but he is a bit older than you, been in the business of Bach a lot longer and that may be his edge, but that's my humble opinion! I commend you for your commentary, and if I could arrange a séance, we might conjure up The great Johann, himself. God Bless!
I always find that Iestyn’s performances make me aware of the miraculous, improbable, and incomprehensible propositions being set forth. I love the tranquility and absence of terror In this performance. The Lamb goes uncomplaining forth. The timbre and artistic presentation belong to a reality we can only access through art. We have flown from the US to U.K. numerous times to hear him. Nevertheless, I recognize it is difficult to let go of the idols of one’s youth and embrace a young artist. I often have that problem, too.
INEFFABLE