Saxons measured their fields by the 'chain' (the length of a team of oxen) and 'furlong' (furrow length): the sound of the cow-bell has always been part of "England's green and pleasant land" [2:00ff]. Which is some consolation given that I'll never be able hear 'Jerusalem' again without hearing those darned bells.
The use of the Steptoe & Son theme after the soprano sings “bring me my chariot of fire” (1:57) gave me a big smile. Works great as a segway to the cowbells!
The pitches were quantised to a key. Still very impressive bringing it all together, but there are things in place to make things go a little smoother. Love Bill Bailey btw, saw his dandelion mind tour live, really good stuff.
@transylvanian It's like when a pigeon lands on your TV antenna, or you have too much metal when you go through the airport. Last time I was frisked I started to dance. (BTW not a god idea in an airport.)
The middle section of this with the solo soprano is just extraordinary, from the theremin to the excellent transition into the new style. What a superb artist is Bill Bailey.
Gotta give a big thumbs up to Bill on this one, not many musician/comedians would have the balls to do a hymn on a big gala like this one...and do it justice and show it in a positive way!
Who is the gorgeous soloist on the right in the black dress --- shatteringly clear voice. Brilliant music by Bill - just imagine him teaching music at a music college.
Thats Florence Hvorostovsky, the widowed wife of the late baritone Dmitri Hvorostovsky. One of the greatest operatic singers to come out of Russia, and possibly, to have ever lived. His legacy is lived on through her amazing singing. I believe she is good friends with Bill
And did those feet in ancient time Walk upon England's mountains green? And was the holy Lamb of God On England's pleasant pastures seen? And did the countenance divine Shine forth upon our clouded hills? And was Jerusalem builded here Among those dark Satanic Mills? Bring me my bow of burning gold! Bring me my arrows of desire! Bring me my spear! O clouds, unfold! Bring me my chariot of fire! I will not cease from mental fight, Nor shall my sword sleep in my hand, Till we have built Jerusalem In England's green and pleasant Land.
Thats Florence Hvorostovsky, the widowed wife of the late baritone Dmitri Hvorostovsky. One of the greatest operatic singers to come out of Russia, and possibly, to have ever lived. His legacy is lived on through her amazing singing. I believe she is good friends with Bill
I absolutely loved what I just heard. I have been starting and stopping writing diaries for 45 years and finally got around to writing a blog just this year. I have been writing many posts on Fb and friends were urging me to write a blog or a book, so i have started. Still have to be carefull what i write though as it is public.
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The music teacher we all should have had
Bill is truly a mad scientist of comedy and music
He is truly amazing! Give the man a white coat :P lol
Saxons measured their fields by the 'chain' (the length of a team of oxen) and 'furlong' (furrow length): the sound of the cow-bell has always been part of "England's green and pleasant land" [2:00ff]. Which is some consolation given that I'll never be able hear 'Jerusalem' again without hearing those darned bells.
Spike Jones is smiling down from heaven.
There it is. The accurate description of Bill Bailey that has eluded me for years.
That's a great description.
This is definitely in my top 5 keyboard/cowbell/theremin renditions of Jerusalem.
definately in my top three and my collection is extensive.....
I'm in awe of this man. He's goofing about and understands music like no other.
The middle section with Bill playing the iPad to the singer's lovely vocals is just glorious
It's a digital erhu I think. Utterly ridiculous instrument, and one of the most beautiful sounds conceived bu humanity.
It really is. Just beautiful.
Drowned out the singer a bit, though.
Strictly bought me here. He's a bit of a genius, isn't he?
The use of the Steptoe & Son theme after the soprano sings “bring me my chariot of fire” (1:57) gave me a big smile. Works great as a segway to the cowbells!
The theremin in is meant to be the most difficult synthesised instrument to play. Fair dues to Bill Bailey for learning it
He's playing a theremini, which is kind of a theremin with training wheels.
@@Victoria_Lundy_Theremin I didn't know that. Looks like I learnt something new. I love learning new facts.
The pitches were quantised to a key. Still very impressive bringing it all together, but there are things in place to make things go a little smoother. Love Bill Bailey btw, saw his dandelion mind tour live, really good stuff.
@transylvanian It's like when a pigeon lands on your TV antenna, or you have too much metal when you go through the airport. Last time I was frisked I started to dance. (BTW not a god idea in an airport.)
I love the enthusiasm he brings to his performance.
Bill Bailey is a national treasure!
The middle section of this with the solo soprano is just extraordinary, from the theremin to the excellent transition into the new style. What a superb artist is Bill Bailey.
Every time I think he's gone as far as he can, he blows me away with something like this. Amazing sir.
I like to imagine Bill as a lecturer at some highbrow university and ripping up their rule book about how music should be taught.
"I don't hear enough RIP!"
Discipline and seriousness is also importance.
@@michelevalletta9451 nah
@@MisterAppleEsq Good luck with that.
Oh Captain, My Captain!?
That’s made me feel more patriotic than anything I’ve seen in my life . ✌🏼🤘🏼🇬🇧
Never ceases to amaze me how talented this guy is!
I first saw him from the QI. Didn't know he is a musician until this and I'm delightfully surprised! What a genius!
Gotta give a big thumbs up to Bill on this one, not many musician/comedians would have the balls to do a hymn on a big gala like this one...and do it justice and show it in a positive way!
They'd deny it to their mates but 7/8 of the audience could have joined in.
Wow! I don't even know how to describe how awesome that was
That there are as many black singers as white makes me very happy! And Go Bill Bailey!
Who is the gorgeous soloist on the right in the black dress --- shatteringly clear voice. Brilliant music by Bill - just imagine him teaching music at a music college.
florence illi
Only Bill Bailey could pull something like this off, fantastic!
I was expecting to laugh, not almost be moved to tears, Bill, you mad mad mad man. That was great.
Bill's bells routine never disappoints
Wow that lady's voice at the end take note Simon Cowell and the like real singing talent . Bill Bailey so talented
Thats Florence Hvorostovsky, the widowed wife of the late baritone Dmitri Hvorostovsky. One of the greatest operatic singers to come out of Russia, and possibly, to have ever lived. His legacy is lived on through her amazing singing. I believe she is good friends with Bill
Honestly, have you ever heard such brilliance, right to the end with the gorgeous high voice.....incredible.
I believe Bill Bailey might be a genius. Talent, knowledge, humour. Very quick and insightful.
Nah....no doubt! Genius. ...
Bill did another great job, and a salute should go to the lovely choir who kept it all together as he changed styles and instruments.
That girl can sing.
Wow.
Not since the late, great, Roy Castle has there been someone with the talent to play so many instruments, and so well....
Someone give this man a musical to compose!
You can't help but love Bill. He is a true master of both comedy and music humor.
Wow so talented ! He did an amazing job I’ve seen him on talk shows but had no idea of his musical talents... excellent 👏👏👏👏👏
That was always my favorite Emerson, Lake, and Palmer song.
That was epic beyond imagination
It has happened. Sufficient cowbell has been achieved.
A very talented and entertaining Mr #BillBailey. Jerusalem be proud.
Him randomly playing the theremin completely irrespective of the melody is painfully underappreciated
Bill Bailey is joy in human form.
What a wonderful guy
Mother of god that was stunning, and hilarious!
What a super multi talented guy
Fantastic the Guys a genius.
Needs more cowbell.
Bruce Dickinson would not approve.
Coarse he would sxxx
Gentlemen; I’ve got a fever. And the only prescription..
As always! :D
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And did those feet in ancient time
Walk upon England's mountains green?
And was the holy Lamb of God
On England's pleasant pastures seen?
And did the countenance divine
Shine forth upon our clouded hills?
And was Jerusalem builded here
Among those dark Satanic Mills?
Bring me my bow of burning gold!
Bring me my arrows of desire!
Bring me my spear! O clouds, unfold!
Bring me my chariot of fire!
I will not cease from mental fight,
Nor shall my sword sleep in my hand,
Till we have built Jerusalem
In England's green and pleasant Land.
The Steptoe segue floored me, brilliant!🤣
Including the Steptoe and Son theme was genius!
Nice, the choir looked like they were having fun in the end!
Incredible imaginative and authentic
Haaaang on... What's this mallarkey? Folks from all walks of life actually singing and enjoying Jerusalem?? I love it.
A national treasure playing what should be the English national anthem
Lovely singing
A musical genius at work!
Genius and brilliant
Brilliant 👍🏼👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻
How can you even begin to describe that !! So Funny and so talented !
Bill Bailey is amazing!
Woohoo Conductor of exquisite taste, Billn u as Brilliant instigator of sound Thankyou for yourself
A truly remarkable musician
Serious musician
Very nice.
Brilliant. ..crazy...beautiful performance. ..but brilliant!
The Lord Of The Dance
Genius
Truly the best one man band🙂🙂🙂🙂🙂
Manny has come a long way.
bernard was obviously holding him back
Wow... and for a while i thought this guy was just a comedy actor on black books.. then came the episode where he played the piano like a genius.
Mad. Love it.
Brilliant
Arise Sir Bill Bailey for services to music, comedy, and conservation. Please have a word with your mum Your Royal Highness!
Bill is too good for the royals.
i absolutely love this
Who is that magnificent singer with the big hair!!!!!!!
Superb
What I love is the beaming smile as he's playing the cow bells. There's a man who loves what he does
Legend!
02:25
Who is that singer?
{:o:O:}
😍😍😍😍nunca tinha visto isso ué lindo 👏👏👏🇧🇷
Legend
Fucking Wizards, turning up and being beyond good.
Blimey...!
He just played the cow bells well, like it actually sounded good
check out his version of Saint Saens' "the swan" ;)
What is the main singer's name? Her voice is majestic!
channelforonne It’s Florence Hvorostovsky
amazing voice - thanks for the heads up
channelforonne that’s my mum
salfordnurse that’s my mum
Thats Florence Hvorostovsky, the widowed wife of the late baritone Dmitri Hvorostovsky. One of the greatest operatic singers to come out of Russia, and possibly, to have ever lived. His legacy is lived on through her amazing singing. I believe she is good friends with Bill
🙏up Bill..🎶🎶🎶🔥🔥🔥
If you feel down....... Bill Bailey.
Who was that incredible female singer at the end
I wish to know also
@@georgealderson4424 Florence Hvorostovsky, wife of the late Dmitri Hvorostovsky opera legend.
Florence Hvorostovsky, wife of the late Dmitri Hvorostovsky opera legend.
@@dax4258 Thank you
Bill Bailey is the next Mike Oldfield...He just needs to do an album called Tubular Cowbells!
The choir should have switched to Blueberry Hill halfway through xD
The cowbells part was amazing, and the lady singing has a beautiful voice.
I absolutely loved what I just heard. I have been starting and stopping writing diaries for 45 years and finally got around to writing a blog just this year. I have been writing many posts on Fb and friends were urging me to write a blog or a book, so i have started. Still have to be carefull what i write though as it is public.
Lol i saw an add not Bill.
With Florence Hvorostovsky? Just wow!
More cowbell! :D Love Bill Bailey
I have played one of those Theramins without realizing it, at a museum. - Did you know the extinct Tasmanian Tiger is alive & well in Irian Jaya?
HandfisH100
No, but you lead off and I’ll pick it up and hum along. 😉
@@richardlloyd2589 LOL.
Great stuff.
Wow, who is this guy..? I'm in love!!!
X-Tech Gam!nG - you are so lucky if this is your first BB video... there is so much more on YT. Enjoy!!
It's Bill !
Panties are thrown on the stage.
Bill - plays them.
A symphony in silk, with undertones of twang.
It was very subtle, first few bars went unnoticed, but then they started to cotton-on.
@@richardlloyd2589 Was he playing August Wilhelmj's arrangement of Bach's Orchestral Suite No. 3 in D major (2nd Mvt), "Air on the G String"?
@@fetzie23 😂
@@richardlloyd2589 PMSL
can we start a funding for bailys beatbox challenge, hed pull it off ever so brilliantly]
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Now I want to see a Bill Bailey/Rainer Hersch collaboration...
Haha hes like some mad professor very talented man
my last brain cell trying to keep up as i cycle through interests
The singer behind the keyboard looks alot like Michael Clarke Duncan.
This has enough cowbell.
And the only cure for that is more cowbell.
Or less, I guess, but we don't talk about that option...
i see what you did there...