@@contagiousintelligence5007 They guy is perfect in the roll. So was Michael Crawford. Divine intervention. The show was meant to be. Just don't want Sir ALW to mess with it. Any change to the original is kaka, IMO.
I had the pleasure and honor of working with Steve briefly on a Bway show that didn’t last long (The Red Shoes). He was a wonder and kind person as well as being incredibly talented... I was so saddened by his death.
WOW WOW WOW ! After hearing Steve Barton, this is the only thing I could say. What fantastic, warming, sexy and passionate voice. Steve passed away and it is a great loss. This is the best Raoul of all time, 35 years after.
His voice is so beautiful. I'm mesmerised. I've waatched and listened to so many version of Phantom, but no Raoul had a voice as beautiful as his. So soft, so warm, so perfect.
Nothing will ever beat the deep, warm silk that is Steve Barton's voice wrapping around Christine .. his Raoul will keep her the safest for eternity RIP 💞
Steve Barton I just realized remember him being family history books documentary about biography book of Life in magazine and pay attention past life look back
I have watched serveral duet couple of this song from 1986 to 2022 and I love them all, but there is still something quite special about Steve Barton and Sarah Brightman. I know this is the original one so everybody know that, but the way they act, the word they sang just seem distinctive. Barton's voice was so warm, sent tears to my eyes everytime, and Sarah too, the way they powerfully sang "ANYWHERE YOU GO, LET ME GO TOO" is pure eargasm for me. Forever love you Steve Barton, Rest in peace.
I just missed him his birthday party anniversary celebration and 25 years of gaslight theater in Spanish language arts center spot in the world and the first 🥇🪙🏆 timeless timeline time and make it happen again this year contact with them are in
Ah, When time travel is possible, I am sure the box offices will be overcrowded with people wanting to see it. But the reality is, the theater has only so many seats...
@Jeremy Bode They're both baritones. They're the angel and the devil on the shoulder of Christine. There's nothing to indicate the Phantom is a tenor...There's a reason ALW wrote the music like he did..
Probably when Phantom stopped being played by tenors. Personally I think they should both be baritones or bari-tenors with contrasting vocal timbres. I think Raoul could have a very light, young baritone voice and Phantom have a very powerful, dark one OR the Phantom could have a very light, ghostly baritone voice and Raoul a warm, rich, crooning one.
Sarah sounds so much better live than on the cast recording. The recording makes it sound like her vowels are wide and she has something caught in her throat, she sounds so much smoother live
Mr Barton and Ms Brightman seem to have brought out the best in each other. There performance is magical. I'm so glad it lives on in my mind and thankful for UA-cam.
Oh, my poor Steve Barton. I miss him, even though I never met him or saw him, for some reason, I feel like I can say that and it's appropriate. His voice is so soothing and comforting. No one ever talks about him, not even in the specials, not sure why. I even named my Dragonite 'Barton' after him. . . well, that and because in the original episodes of the anime, it sounds like it's saying 'Bart, bart!', but I digress. . .
@@noeleenmurphy7901 Barton had, in the last years of his life, been battling with alcoholism and addiction to painkillers following chronic knee problems. He was found dead at his apartment in Bremen, Germany on July 21, 2001, aged 47. While his death was initially attributed to heart failure, according to obituary information released by the press office for the New York production of The Phantom of the Opera, it was later ruled a suicide by the district attorney in Bremen after an empty bottle of prescription heart medication was found at the scene. 😢
Aloha to Steve Barton, Sarah Brightman, John Forsythe, Andrew Lloyd Webber, the Paris Opera House, Bob Hope and Mr. Bungee for this glorious "All I Ask of You." Am 78 yrs. old, born and raised in Hawaii, love all genre of music including operas. Classical music has blessed my life and brought me happiness, joy, sadness, and elevated all my emotions about love and living with others. God bless all of us especially now with the Covi-19 virus running amok. Let us all hang closely together and overcome this invisible killer !!!! Sincerely, Robert S.J. Hu July 19, 2020.
Steve Barton manages to do the impossible, makes me actually LIKE Raoul lol. What can I say, I am a Phantom girl but SB and that beautiful warm voice is absolutely swoonworthy. Rest in Peace, Steve.
Whenever I think of Raoul in regards to Phantom, I immediately think of Steve Barton, to me he's the best Raoul bar none. I'm still very saddened by his death. RIP Steve Barton.
2:58 Steve Barton and Sarah Brightman ~ ALL I ASK OF YOU. I could listen to them on repeat, truly magical. Years back I had the opportunity of watching this at the Majesty’s Theatre.
The Greatest Phantom I ever saw was Steve Barton. And yes I saw Crawford. Barton was such a once in a lifetime talent. And as the Phantom he was epic. How tragic he left us so soon. Rest in peace Steve.
Steve, Michael, Sarah Golden Trio and my fav cast in Phantom of the opera even though I wasn't born at that time and can enjoy them only thanks to these videos. :)
It was my privilege to see this phenomenal show live in San Franciso. Singing sent shivers up your spine, vocals were out of this world. Put goose bumbs on my skin and left a lifetime full of beautiful memories.
Steve Barton-greatly missed. As I remembered it the first time I saw it on Broadway. Phantom still going strong at the Majestic theater after all these years!
Got to see the late Mr. Barton play both Raoul and The Phantom. Loved him as Raoul and while I found him good as The Phantom I felt the only one he could have seduced was Raoul. Sadly never got to see Michael Crawford play The Phantom. My favorite to date (of one's I've seen) is Howard McGillian.
Thank You, Tom for posting this, but there is a correction... the live performance was sung at The McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert, Ca in 1988.. I know, I was backstage (notice the Bob Hope symbol above)... because I was the Official Limousine Service & Transportation Coordinator for all performer's for America's Tribute to Bob Hope.. In Mr. Webber's intro he says that it takes place on the rooftop of the Paris Opera house... but not here... I remember picking up Mr. Webber, Sarah Brightman & Steve Barton on the tarmac of the Palm Springs airport (with roses in hand for Sarah).. which is not done too much... only for Big time celebrities do they allow to drive on the tarmac... there's much more to tell. There are not too many events that a person can be a part of in one's lifetime and experience this first hand and close up! So many Great Stars and Politicians in one gathering.. I was a young man at the time (always thankful for the privilege, opportunity and responsibility I was given)I was just getting started
To be witness to historic figures gathering at such an event must be thrilling. My sister is a true "phan" and probably wishes she had been their driver -- of course, she wouldn't be able to stay composed driving them anywhere.
Years gone by and we never will see the beauty of music at it's best of times. Musicals gone from tv we enjoyed so much with passion that made our tears come down our face.😢
I named my Dragonite “ Barton” after Steve Barton (well, that and the fact that it sounds like it’s saying “Bar! Bar!” in the Orange League episodes); he has the most adorable, soothing voice; it’s so reassuring. It sucks that he’s dead now; no one ever talks about him. :-(
My first Raoul, and still my favorite. Rest in peace Steve ❤
mine too
Now, at 62, Sarah continues her long career, and her voice is deeper, richer, never missing a note.
She is truly an amazing performer 💗
Fãntastic Performance!
Endlich das Original
Fantastisch, endlich das Original
So many people say that Sarah Brightman couldn't act, but honestly, this performance right here begs to differ.
I think Repo shows that as well (sorry that this reply is so delayed compared to yours)
Oh course she can act, her expressions are insane
she can, idk who thinks she can't but they're stupid.
She can act but she overacts.
shes my top Christine
Steve Barton was so good. RIP Mr. Barton. Thank you for sharing your talent and inspiration.
Just found out the cause of his death was suicide, so sad
@@Yelobutterflyable Yes. Very sad.
There hasn't been a better Raoul anywhere or at anytime.
@@horizon319 He was fantastic.
Unvergessen!!!!!!
I live so close to Mr. Barton’s final resting place. I am going to visit and say a prayer for him. What an unbelievable voice.
X
SS
SHAME
How did he die?
I love his voice too. What a loss!
@@dianespanpinato8890 It appeared to have been from a drug overdose. Ruled a suicide.
Please give greetings from germany when you go to his final resting place. We miss him.
Barton was the complete package: amazing voice, a great actor, and a maturity that helped him create the character of Raoul.
He sounds and looks just like a prince in shining armour
You forgot that he’s very good looking
@@contagiousintelligence5007 I don't deny that, but it's not the first thing I notice when looking at a guy. ;P
For me it is;)
@@contagiousintelligence5007 They guy is perfect in the roll. So was Michael Crawford. Divine intervention. The show was meant to be. Just don't want Sir ALW to mess with it. Any change to the original is kaka, IMO.
omg andrew is so young here! he also seems so adorably nervous.
yes!!!! and i love when he introduced Christine as "performed by my wife Sara Brightman"
He still is nervous on stage😂😂😅
Both of them, Steve Barton and Sarah Brightman..their voice compliments each other. What a beautiful voice they have.
Steve Barton is the best Raoul, like ever
Opera
So so sad still that Mr. Barton is gone. Breaks my heart...so talented and beautiful. :-(
I agree. Dese god, his voice is divine, angelic, it’s so unreal. I’d cry if someone like him sing this song to me
i am more michael crawford myself but sad steve died !😣
I had the pleasure and honor of working with Steve briefly on a Bway show that didn’t last long (The Red Shoes). He was a wonder and kind person as well as being incredibly talented... I was so saddened by his death.
My daughter. Took me to see phantom. In London for my 80 th birthday. Loved it
WOW WOW WOW ! After hearing Steve Barton, this is the only thing I could say. What fantastic, warming, sexy and passionate voice. Steve passed away and it is a great loss. This is the best Raoul of all time, 35 years after.
Lovely ❤
His voice is so beautiful. I'm mesmerised. I've waatched and listened to so many version of Phantom, but no Raoul had a voice as beautiful as his. So soft, so warm, so perfect.
Steve could play a romantic hero or a vampire lord and always do it perfectly. What a talent.
Sarah Brightman's voice could make even the angels weep!
Nothing will ever beat the deep, warm silk that is Steve Barton's voice wrapping around Christine .. his Raoul will keep her the safest for eternity RIP 💞
Steve was also a fine actor and fabulous dancer! He and Sarah rocked the stage in masquerade.
Steve Barton just made me fall in love. What a magical voice
Couldn't resist opening this as it popped up while waiting in queue. Barton's voice is so beautiful. So sad he's gone. I miss him.
Me too. Such a lovely, romantic voice
Steve Barton was the BEST Roul ever in my opinion!! There is a tenderness and such control in his voice.
Steve Barton I just realized remember him being family history books documentary about biography book of Life in magazine and pay attention past life look back
I have watched serveral duet couple of this song from 1986 to 2022 and I love them all, but there is still something quite special about Steve Barton and Sarah Brightman. I know this is the original one so everybody know that, but the way they act, the word they sang just seem distinctive. Barton's voice was so warm, sent tears to my eyes everytime, and Sarah too, the way they powerfully sang "ANYWHERE YOU GO, LET ME GO TOO" is pure eargasm for me.
Forever love you Steve Barton, Rest in peace.
Steve’s voice has so much emotion in it I’m crying
Do you know what me too I think about him his own life story ture life movie all about having the best
Steve Barton's voice is like velvet chocolate
So true!
Steve Barton, what a great voice. RIP
I just missed him his birthday party anniversary celebration and 25 years of gaslight theater in Spanish language arts center spot in the world and the first 🥇🪙🏆 timeless timeline time and make it happen again this year contact with them are in
He is so genuine and convincing! What a beautiful performance.
What I need you hear love me
Damn!!! Steve Barton has one of the best vocals for the character of Raoul.
I wish I could have seen the original cast of Phantom.
yea bet you could step back in time to 1986 then :]
Ah, When time travel is possible, I am sure the box offices will be overcrowded with people wanting to see it. But the reality is, the theater has only so many seats...
my aunt did im so jealous
i saw them. it was magical
Have u seen Michael as phantom?
I’ve always loved the Phantom, but I’d definitely choose Raoul if he sang to me like that. God Steve Barton was amazing... 😭
When did Raoul stopped being played by baritones? This is better then any tenor who've tried to sing this without solid low notes
@Jeremy Bode They're both baritones. They're the angel and the devil on the shoulder of Christine. There's nothing to indicate the Phantom is a tenor...There's a reason ALW wrote the music like he did..
@@Xfactories 0
Probably when Phantom stopped being played by tenors. Personally I think they should both be baritones or bari-tenors with contrasting vocal timbres. I think Raoul could have a very light, young baritone voice and Phantom have a very powerful, dark one OR the Phantom could have a very light, ghostly baritone voice and Raoul a warm, rich, crooning one.
In my opinion, the best voice for this is the Lyric Baritone.
As a tenor I must agree with you.
Steve has the most Devine voice I've ever heard
Most suicidal, best voicing guy there is!
Oh Steve, RIP - first and best Raoul. No one else has been able to deliver this depth of warmth and heart since.
A certain level of emotional maturity is much appreciated in this performance. Steve Barton is the perfect Raoul.
Steve Barton is the best Raoul ever.
Beautiful. Takes my breath away.
Agreed
And it's not even close.
Sarah sounds so much better live than on the cast recording. The recording makes it sound like her vowels are wide and she has something caught in her throat, she sounds so much smoother live
Mr Barton and Ms Brightman seem to have brought out the best in each other. There performance is magical. I'm so glad it lives on in my mind and thankful for UA-cam.
Sarah is so beautiful. Such big thick hair and long neck. There is something very unique with her appearance and voice. Like a fairy.
Oh, my poor Steve Barton. I miss him, even though I never met him or saw him, for some reason, I feel like I can say that and it's appropriate. His voice is so soothing and comforting. No one ever talks about him, not even in the specials, not sure why. I even named my Dragonite 'Barton' after him. . . well, that and because in the original episodes of the anime, it sounds like it's saying 'Bart, bart!', but I digress. . .
*Here* his voice is soothing and comforting. As Krolock in Tanz der Vampire, he sounds plenty menacing. Or anguished.
Love him what happened to him❤
@@noeleenmurphy7901 Barton had, in the last years of his life, been battling with alcoholism and addiction to painkillers following chronic knee problems. He was found dead at his apartment in Bremen, Germany on July 21, 2001, aged 47. While his death was initially attributed to heart failure, according to obituary information released by the press office for the New York production of The Phantom of the Opera, it was later ruled a suicide by the district attorney in Bremen after an empty bottle of prescription heart medication was found at the scene. 😢
I really like Steve as Raoul. He has a certain charm to the character.
:)
He adds something French to the image and American open vowels that are so articulate onstage
he seema more like a daddy here tbh and it kind of fits
To me looks like the cartoon Prince Charming turned into a human Prince Charming ...he has that look and sings good.
Awwww... That's a man's voice right, so deep and rich and warms your ❤️
Aloha to Steve Barton, Sarah Brightman, John Forsythe, Andrew Lloyd Webber, the Paris Opera House, Bob Hope and Mr. Bungee for this glorious
"All I Ask of You." Am 78 yrs. old, born and raised in Hawaii, love all genre of music including operas. Classical music has blessed my life
and brought me happiness, joy, sadness, and elevated all my emotions about love and living with others. God bless all of us especially now
with the Covi-19 virus running amok. Let us all hang closely together and overcome this invisible killer !!!! Sincerely, Robert S.J. Hu July 19, 2020.
An absolute blessing to us all that Barton’s voice was forever preserved in the poto soundtrack.
Steve Barton manages to do the impossible, makes me actually LIKE Raoul lol. What can I say, I am a Phantom girl but SB and that beautiful warm voice is absolutely swoonworthy. Rest in Peace, Steve.
I agree! I am a "Phantom girl" too but Steve's voice is magic and I am sure his performance was as well. Rest In Peace
His voice is sooo warm. Thanks for sharing this.
Whenever I think of Raoul in regards to Phantom, I immediately think of Steve Barton, to me he's the best Raoul bar none. I'm still very saddened by his death. RIP Steve Barton.
He died so young
2:58 Steve Barton and Sarah Brightman ~ ALL I ASK OF YOU.
I could listen to them on repeat, truly magical. Years back I had the opportunity of watching this at the Majesty’s Theatre.
Absolutely love Steve Barton's voice.
The Greatest Phantom I ever saw was Steve Barton. And yes I saw Crawford. Barton was such a once in a lifetime talent. And as the Phantom he was epic. How tragic he left us so soon. Rest in peace Steve.
Steve, Michael, Sarah Golden Trio and my fav cast in Phantom of the opera even though I wasn't born at that time and can enjoy them only thanks to these videos. :)
First time I've heard Steve Barton. Wow!! So in love. Beautiful perfection
Sarah Brightman's soft voice caresses me like a gentle mom to my eardrums
Sarah is so fantastic!
The best Raoul ever. His voice was so haunting, just like Michael Crawford%’s.
It was my privilege to see this phenomenal show live in San Franciso. Singing sent shivers up your spine, vocals were out of this world. Put goose bumbs on my skin and left a lifetime full of beautiful memories.
Steve Barton...what a wonderful, mesmerizing voice.
Steve Barton-greatly missed. As I remembered it the first time I saw it on Broadway. Phantom still going strong at the Majestic theater after all these years!
His voice is why I love the character of Raoul.
He was by far the best from the original three.
😭😭😭 did anyone else cry, no just me? 😭
I should not listen to this, it will stay in my head the day long. It is so very wonderful.
Wow he sounds like a wonderful prince! ✨💗
Thank you for the clip. Hugely miss that voice. Thank you Steve Barton for bringing Raoul’s love to life.
Beautifully done! PHANTOM OF THE OPERA IS a great Favorite of mine
Sarah Brightman sings this beautifully, and very expressively.
absolutely incredible what webber accomplished & before he was 40. AMAZING TALENT!!!
@@MB-zk2nj What about Justin Bieber? He's a gazillionaire from his singing.
Stunning performance by Steve Barton.
Wish I had this baritone voice! He is missed
Heart stopping and mesmerizing !!!
Stunning. Best version I've heard.
oh my. the originals sure is the best
+nana Must be a terrible job to have to kiss Sarah Brightman a 1000 times....sorry I have to stop, I'm chuckling excessively. ;)
no one asked you :/
BURN!
Silver Schooner no class
Steve Barton, such a beautiful haunting voice
That is fucking perfection! Can’t beat this duo. Barton’s voice was solid gold. Gone too soon.
RIP, Steve Barton
You are missed.
this makes it sad that Steve Barton who died in 2001 😢
What a gem! This is beautiful. Thanks so much for uploading.
Steve, so many years have been passing by, but there is not one day that I´m missing You, with love from me to You Marion
So much feeling into this beautiful song, lovely ❤
i cant stop watching these
Phantom is the best opera ever will be and musical
Steve Barton's voice was smoooooooth! So good!
RIP Steve you were amazing
Love it! This History. Sarah and Steve Barton
I seen Sarah in concert in Pittsburgh AWSOME ❤️🥰❤️
Absolutely beautiful!
Got to see the late Mr. Barton play both Raoul and The Phantom. Loved him as Raoul and while I found him good as The Phantom I felt the only one he could have seduced was Raoul. Sadly never got to see Michael Crawford play The Phantom. My favorite to date (of one's I've seen) is Howard McGillian.
Their voice is magical
Thank You, Tom for posting this, but there is a correction... the live performance was sung at The McCallum Theatre in Palm Desert, Ca in 1988.. I know, I was backstage (notice the Bob Hope symbol above)... because I was the Official Limousine Service & Transportation Coordinator for all performer's for America's Tribute to Bob Hope.. In Mr. Webber's intro he says that it takes place on the rooftop of the Paris Opera house... but not here... I remember picking up Mr. Webber, Sarah Brightman & Steve Barton on the tarmac of the Palm Springs airport (with roses in hand for Sarah).. which is not done too much... only for Big time celebrities do they allow to drive on the tarmac... there's much more to tell. There are not too many events that a person can be a part of in one's lifetime and experience this first hand and close up! So many Great Stars and Politicians in one gathering.. I was a young man at the time (always thankful for the privilege, opportunity and responsibility I was given)I was just getting started
To be witness to historic figures gathering at such an event must be thrilling.
My sister is a true "phan" and probably wishes she had been their driver -- of course, she wouldn't be able to stay composed driving them anywhere.
Roberto Z: Loved reading your story!
Merci beaucoup, très belle vidéo de Sarah.
I kinda feel that the closest Raoul to Steve Barton is Patrick Wilson. The smoothness and gentleness is there.
Loved Patrick Wilson’s Raoul. He is as tender as Steve, and they both look the part.
Phantom, A Great Opera!! So Touchable !!
Thanks to Mr. Webber!!
Crawfred's voice acting deserves some recognition!
Steve Barton was the first Raul I've heard and he was so perfect. And I couln't imagine other Raul.
Wonderful Perfirmance !❤❤
Im so glad to see the real singers on stage same as musical theater 🎭 😍🙏🌹🌹🌹
Beautiful song what a wonderful performance.
Steve was an outstanding choice to go "up against" Crawford.
Me and my husband see this opera show in London its our wedding anniversary ❤❤we have a good time ⌚ time ❤❤🎉
Years gone by and we never will see the beauty of music at it's best of times. Musicals gone from tv we enjoyed so much with passion that made our tears come down our face.😢
Baron was 33 here, he looks much older. Brilliant voice.
His talent is amazing and greatly appreciated.
This has everything including one of the most beautiful songs ever written.
I saw Sarah Brightman in the London performance. Magnificent.
What a transition from her days in Hot Gossip......
I named my Dragonite “ Barton” after Steve Barton (well, that and the fact that it sounds like it’s saying “Bar! Bar!” in the Orange League episodes); he has the most adorable, soothing voice; it’s so reassuring. It sucks that he’s dead now; no one ever talks about him. :-(