This interview was contrived and misleading. Ms Jessye Norman was one one the preeminent sopranos of the 20th century; her accomplishments came from a foundation of immense talent and self awareness. But she never forgot her roots and where she came from. Her acts of philanthropy and giving and kindness are well documented. She performed African American spirituals with the same profound eloquence that she brought to Wagner. She was magnificent-the true definition of "Diva". She will live forever.
How can people compare singers, who was the best or not? It is imposible to compare if the Rose is more beautiful than the Orchidee, silly joke ! She was amazing, Gorgeous, like many singers, but unique, Unforgettable
So many of these opera stars from last century were single or ended up divorced. Norman had a great idea sometimes weird opera career. A lot of fun and highly exaggerated singing that was often highly effective. Her Carmen was truly bizarre. Hollow girlish and short topped. She clearly had a lot of fun doing it though. And we loved her for it.
Apparently this interview had been pieced together and edited in a way that took other responses from Jessye Norman and applied them to different questions. She was not given the questions before the interview out of curtesy and she was not, in fact, avoided when opera houses were hiring for Carmen. The fact that they brought her body size into it is disgusting.
Isabella Wark-Pantoja: Despite what people want to believe, there is a verisimilitude about casting when it comes to opera. While there is a cessation of reality when it comes to the casting of stars, there should still be the semblance of hope that what you see is believable. And Miss Norman as Carmen may not have worked. But again there is Pavarotti, so who can say?
Jessye Norman knew what the German term "Ausdruck" means when singing and she was able to sing that way esp. at German Lieder. (Tip: Listen to her "Kindertotenlieder".)
😂😂😂 Please! He’s a typical white Democrat who uses other races (particularly black) to leverage his ‘acceptance’ quota of them whilst denigrating them to their core since he remains a superior, white Democrat…usually a Jew. Ask yourself how many white leftists in visible, high-ranking jobs who repeat “racism” and “diversity” actually live near blacks?? HE is a racist who stoked division with every black he’s ever interviewed like all white Dems who EDIT reality to suit a narrative. Then they return to their posh home in a secured, gated, pricey, white community. 😂😂😂
Who is this uncouth interviewer? He sits before one of the greatest vocalist of our time slouched in his chair as though he was off bored to death at a backyard barbecue. He's insufferable to say the least.
I disagree with you. Look around you how uneducated low class people are taking over the world. They are everywhere in the streets, on tv particularly, in your shopping center or the bus. When you meet someone like her so exceptionally talented, so educated and who speak so well somebody who breath intelligence and culture you should not have a problem putting them on a pedestal or bowing in front of them. Yes, they are human beings, not just merely "another human beings" and in today's world those exceptions should be noticed as they are so few of them left.
How blessed were we to be alive at the same time as her!
"Grander than life". That's a perfect description of Jessye Norman. A grand lady, a legend, and a magnificent musician!
Her speaking voice is as eloquent as her singing voice An Amazing Woman period she was a Diva but in the nicest way
A wonderful interview of a wonderful human being and artist!
There will never be another voice like that one
This interview was contrived and misleading.
Ms Jessye Norman was one one the preeminent sopranos of the 20th century; her accomplishments came from a foundation of immense talent and self awareness. But she never forgot her roots and where she came from. Her acts of philanthropy and giving and kindness are well documented. She performed African American spirituals with the same profound eloquence that she brought to Wagner. She was magnificent-the true definition of "Diva". She will live forever.
She was an absolutely fantastic interview.
A standing ovation for my all-time favorite vocal artist!
Fascinating woman and artiste. So much intelligence, talent, beauty. Yes we should kneel in front of such genius and perfection.
"Well, I can never be in love with just a mere man."
Same.
Same for me.
When I saw her as Sieglinde she blew her Siegmund off the stage. She was a great lady. R.I.P.
I cannot get enough of this great woman.
Striking voice and looks. Rip 9.30.19
Superior woman.. A person I would love to chat with. Remarkable!
Powerful voice - R.I.P.
Miss Norman, you left us way too soon.
RIP Darling...7.10.19
I can clearly see why the iconic diva depicted in the 1981 movie "DIVA" would have had to be Jessye Norman. Her speaking voice is quite special too.
Remember she would always remind people that being called a DIVA wasn't always a complement.
@@enolamsamoht Oh, she was the best. I listen to her singing Strauss'
Anybody that read Jessye Norman's book.. .. Stand Up Staight and Sing, would know that she was not happy with Morley for this 60 minutes piece on her.
Really? Man I need to order that book
Such a charming lady. I can't wait to join her in the Celestial Choir.
LOOOOOOVE THIS AND MISS YOU SOOOOOOO MUCH JESSYE
Legend
Jenny Lumet was star-struck over Jessye Norman when she came to her Grandmother's Lena Horne funeral.
It is easy to understand. Both were exceptional women true to themselves and legends and they are greatly missed.
How can people compare singers, who was the best or not? It is imposible to compare if the Rose is more beautiful than the Orchidee, silly joke ! She was amazing, Gorgeous, like many singers, but unique, Unforgettable
So many of these opera stars from last century were single or ended up divorced. Norman had a great idea sometimes weird opera career. A lot of fun and highly exaggerated singing that was often highly effective. Her Carmen was truly bizarre. Hollow girlish and short topped. She clearly had a lot of fun doing it though. And we loved her for it.
Apparently this interview had been pieced together and edited in a way that took other responses from Jessye Norman and applied them to different questions. She was not given the questions before the interview out of curtesy and she was not, in fact, avoided when opera houses were hiring for Carmen. The fact that they brought her body size into it is disgusting.
Isabella Wark-Pantoja: Despite what people want to believe, there is a verisimilitude about casting when it comes to opera. While there is a cessation of reality when it comes to the casting of stars, there should still be the semblance of hope that what you see is believable. And Miss Norman as Carmen may not have worked. But again there is Pavarotti, so who can say?
The interviewer was sordid but the interviewee was unruffled by his suggestion she was "all of that".
Jessye Norman knew what the German term "Ausdruck" means when singing and she was able to sing that way esp. at German Lieder. (Tip: Listen to her "Kindertotenlieder".)
It’s none of his business if she’s single. Ridiculous question
😂😂😂 Please! He’s a typical white Democrat who uses other races (particularly black) to leverage his ‘acceptance’ quota of them whilst denigrating them to their core since he remains a superior, white Democrat…usually a Jew. Ask yourself how many white leftists in visible, high-ranking jobs who repeat “racism” and “diversity” actually live near blacks?? HE is a racist who stoked division with every black he’s ever interviewed like all white Dems who EDIT reality to suit a narrative. Then they return to their posh home in a secured, gated, pricey, white community. 😂😂😂
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hi mark
Who is this uncouth interviewer? He sits before one of the greatest vocalist of our time slouched in his chair as though he was off bored to death at a backyard barbecue. He's insufferable to say the least.
+Karin Coles , oh, I don't think she minds. She seems to be playing with him. I love how down-to-Earth she is. :)
I agree.....I would genuflect to the lowest degree before her! She is one of my heroes....If I could meet her just once I could die happy
He was a philistine.
She was toying with him made me laugh She's like look at this fool 😆😆😆😆😆😆
I disagree with you. Look around you how uneducated low class people are taking over the world. They are everywhere in the streets, on tv particularly, in your shopping center or the bus. When you meet someone like her so exceptionally talented, so educated and who speak so well somebody who breath intelligence and culture you should not have a problem putting them on a pedestal or bowing in front of them. Yes, they are human beings, not just merely "another human beings" and in today's world those exceptions should be noticed as they are so few of them left.