Wow - this performance gave me goosebumps! As you can see the video is slanted (for copyright purposes) I hope it's not too distracting. You can watch my reaction to Sydnie's semi final performance of 'My Way' here: ua-cam.com/video/e13rYFMjqMQ/v-deo.html
Hi Nina, you are the best vocal coach reaction we had for this performance. I rather watch your comments than any others coz you are so insightful of the musical terms that we learn to appreciate more of Sydnie Christmas talent
I enjoyed Sydnie performance of tomorrow so much that 1 I have relistened many times And further searching youtube I came across tour channel Nina and wowser one talent lead to another, appreciate your work xx
What I absolutely adore about Syndie's performances is how she tugs at the emotional strings of so many hearts with her mesmerizing voice (mine included). I can't think of another artist who can evoke such pure, unbridled joy in every single performance. It's a feeling beyond words. Your reactions to her performances were incredible, some of the best I've ever seen. You've gained a new follower. Cheers!
The world fell in love with Sydnie the first time she walked on stage with her personality, humor and charm. Then she sang ... and there were no words ... wow! Just WOW!!!! PHENOMENAL! ❤
*She didn't want to do this song because her idol Loren Allred, who she loves & covered it, video messaged her to go do it...and this is the winning performance we got*
First time a solo woman singer won top prize in the 17 years of BGT. So deserved. In an interview, she only had three days to learn this version. Gave major credit to her BGT vocal coach.
Hello Nina, I'm new here, but really love your style of presentation. Like all who watched the final last saturday evening on UK ITV channel, I was blown away with Sydnie's performance, so may I give a few words of information, from UTube searches. After winning golden buzzer, she had about 4 weeks before her performance in the 4th semi final, and won that one with "My Way". During that period, BGT gave her the use of a good vocal coach to help her where necessary, and she actually mentioned this during the interview answer to a question, "what will you do with the £25000 prize money?", her reply was that now she could afford weekly singing lessons with this coach, who had improved her voice more than her years of attendance at College, obviously some time ago, as she is now 28. Yes, she has had a small amount of musical theatre experience in London, but craves a leading lady part in one of the larger WestEnd London theatres. In the meantime, she has performed on Cruise Ships, and has a UTube channel, with a few videos, but nothing like as spectacular as recent BGT videos. So, with more good Coaching, her voice could get better, but hey, it is already fantasic. So, like many singers trying to earn a living doing what they love, she sings from the heart, and clearly has learnt how to present songs in her own way. X
More,, also her favourate singer is Loren Alred, so you can see a similar style of singing. Loren actually messaged her on her win. Now, when she won her semifinal, she had only 3 days max to come up with the song for the final! BGT suggested "Over the rainbow", which she agreed to, and her presentation is not surprisingly, similar to Loren's style on AGT. But with her own "kisses" variations. She has said that she would like to do a duet with Loren in the future, lets see? She will be performing at the Royal variety performance in November, I think, so wonder which song she will sing? X
Again, the best reaction video for sydnie! You are the perfect match of showing and describing emotions and explain the music theory behind. Now I am a fan of Sydney and you! Thank you for your job! 🎉
Yes, Nina, you are among those select few reviewers who touch on all aspects of the music & the emotions: so pleased you found out about Sydnie in time for this song, too.
My wife reminds me often that the best place to hide something from me is in front of my face. But listening to this more than a few times it just hit me the way Sydnie makes the specific words "FIND ME!!!" just hit you over the head. I think she's been found now. I hope she has a long and successful career. I enjoy your analysis, Nina.
The uncontainable pressure of emotion expressed in her lovely face at the close of that dazzling performance, and the slight nervous jerkiness of her head, touched me very deeply - and my eyes once again o’erbrimmed.
Sydnie has stated that it is Loren Alfred's version that she sang on AGT but put little changes on it. So you are correct that it has a Greatest showman effect.
Afronitaa is pleased with what she has to be in 3rd place. Afronitaa and Abigail life will still shine, they will love attitude toward the 1st place winner.
I get goosebumps every time I hear her. Absolutely magical. Never, since Whitney Houston have I been affected by a vocalist. She sooooooo deserved to win 💞💞💞
As always, I love your reactions, Nina. By missing Sydnie's audition, you've missed a major factor in her popularity. I've seen many, many auditions on talent show, and hers is my all time favorite. The audience fell in love were her right there. Don't wait a week to watch it, because it's special, as is Sydnie.
Great comments, without having seen her first song, etc, yet. I also found you thanks to you looking at what is Sydnie's proper career starter on BGT. On the breakfast TV show afterwards she said Loren Allred, who is her idol, contacted her with a video message to encourage her to put her own "kiss" on Loren's "Over the Rainbow" adaptation from last year, after BGT suggested it for her, just after the semi-final. She did it so so so well.
From her first appearance on BGT when her charm, humor, and personality alone should have won her a golden buzzer, to her masterful rendition of "Tomorrow," where her genius turned the song from childhood optimism to adult angst, a new song entirely, in meaning and vocal power. Indeed, all of her performances turned on this personal note of career failure, defiance in "My Way" and yearning in "Over the Rainbow." The irony is that in defying failure, she has proven that her dream of the West End was not real or worthy of achieving; she is a superstar of the concert stage--forget singing the same songs every day to a small audience, Sydnie, "let's have it all!"
I want her in Philadelphia so I can see her!!!! In person I imagine her concert would be a constant cycle of goose bumps…. Simon couldn’t even look at her else he’d not be able to speak… stunning!!
I think she is awesome and I think she very possibly will be one of the few winners of such shows who will actually get a real careerboost. And I think the fact of her personality which seems to indeed not be a big ego, a lot of warmth and willingness to joy will help a lot. She reminds me of Kelly Clarkson in this. A type of person people will want to work with not just because of their ability but because they will work together well ..their goal being the end product rather than their Ego. Definitely keeping my fingers crossed for Sydnie..May all her dreams come through!
I watched a few vocal coach reviews of Sydnie's performances and I really enjoyed this one especially with the keyboard explanations. It's good to watch the reactions of someone who understands the difficulty in how the arrangement is delivered. Sydnie seems to bring out emotion in me with her singling that others rarely do.
I am impressed that you picked up on the "Greatest Showman" quality of the arrangement so quickly. This is indeed modeled after Loren Allred's version! I love Sydnie's rendition just as much!
I was watching BGT when it happened, and now that I have seen it over and over.....guess what? It keeps sounding even better!! It's great to hear opinions of professional voice coaches like you, Nina. Sounds like there's all kinds of excitement about this new talent. I'm sure we will hear some amazing sounds from her in the future.
At these two times (3:04 and 4:47), you stopped and listened again as Sydnie hit these glorious high notes. An aspect of that which truly struck me was that each time, she stopped the immediately preceding note, paused a moment, then came back in at exactly the right note. Not even the tiniest bit off, but perfectly on it. Maybe an oscilloscope could detect some imprecision, but I certainly couldn't. Having performed in orchestra and choir, I know how difficult it is to come in on a note precisely. Even professionals can be a touch off. The degree of vocal control needed to be so precise is staggering to me. Simon was right when he said she had a god-given talent.
Brilliant, down to earth, feel relaxed just hearing Sydnie talk, so glad she auditioned for BGT so all the world can enjoy listening to her marvelous vocals
Thanks Nina, words just can't describe her talent. A couple of comments below, I to Tear up when she sings, and I don't usually do that. She is heaven sent for sure. Thanks again Nina for sharing your view on this, I enjoy your area here ! Jimbo
Saw an interview where she gave high praise to the BGT vocal coach ... and ended saying something like .. to the coach .. about the money she won .. "at least now I can afford you!"
just saw an interview with her where she said she can't watch this performance because she felt she did a terrible job and was off key. went off stage crying to her mom saying it was horrible. She was so wrong. I have watched all of her performances seems like 100 times each and each time I get goose bumps..she is an incredible singer.
I can’t wait until you react to her first audition. The most incredible, moving performance of “Tomorrow” most of us have ever heard. Anyone with half a heart will get at least a little bit emotional hearing it. Regarding “Over the Rainbow”, the reason it makes you think of “The Greatest Showman” is that this is Lauren Allred’s version (singer of “Never Enough” on The Greatest Showman).
Certainly taken from Loren, as Loren invited Sydnie to add her own "kiss" to it, to make it her own: Sydnie was too in awe of Loren to take the song on, of course, but Loren graciously elevated Sydnie to fellow stardom.
Shows the power that an arrangement can have on a song. Pure delivery, powerful delivery, GENUINE and amazing talent and just equally masterful arrangement - so smart and so beautifully done. FIREWORKS!!!!
I can't wait till Sydnie Christmas starts putting out music so that you can react on it. I am obsessed with her! Oh, and you. *WINK* Thanks for another great reaction!
That was marvelous. You really picked up a " REAL " winner to train a Champion . Congratulations to you BOTH who deserve a wonderful applause.Blessings .
Hi Nina, I truly enjoyed your reaction. I’ve watched tons of these reaction videos of Sydnie’s performances. By far you give the kind of comments that I truly believe are spot on. Her musicality is truly amazing. Her Phrasing and dynamics coming from her on a computer screen and still gives us this kind of an emotional response!!! Wow! Can you imagine being in the audience during her live performances? I would love to see her live! Come to the US Sydnie.
Funny that you feel like it reminds you of Never Enough because Loren Allred (who sang that song for the movie) also performed this arrangement of Over The Rainbow on AGT and also knocked it out of the park
I felt pretty much like you did too. I also totally resonate with Alesha's reaction to Sydnie these last 2 performances: her voice, herself and the way she interprets the songs has the power to raise one's vibration. I've felt elevated each time I heard her, since her audition. She's very special. I love her so much and wish her all the very best moving forwards!
It is gratifying to see, in this era where "stars" pay more attention to their attire and how much they show of their body, a young singer of such warmth and good taste. It is a very deserved victory!!!
I'm really looking forward to you watching her first audition. What she does with that song, wow. I cried watching it. She turns a kids song into something far more adult that struck me deep.
You really please need to watch her first audition - looking forward to your reaction to that!! This is Lauren Allred's version of "over the rainbow" - and in a next day interview Sydnie said that Lauren actually called her in person about singing the song and gave some tips
Loren Allred actually sang “Never Enough” in the Greatest Showman! It was a voice over for the actress and not really her singing in the movie. So it’s wild that you mentioned both of those comments, because Loren is all over this version.
@@ninaschofield What comes on top, is that Sydnie in a short interview named Loren Allred as her absolute idol, and that her greatest wish would be to have a collaboration with her. So, congrats to you for feeling the "never enough" vibe in Sydnie's rendition. You are absolutely right with this.
I loved your in depth analysis of Sydnie's performance. New subscriber here. I don't recall Simon ever making such positive comments regarding a performer and their performance as he did here. Way to go Sydnie!
I very much enjoyed watching your reaction and your comments were, for me, absolutely spot on. Sydnie doesn't need the West End, the West End needs her! I feel she most likely will be a Superstar who can command the largest venues worldwide for a very long time. I believe her management have a UK concert tour planned for her in October this year- she'll smash it!
Best singer I have ever heard. I thought Lauren who sung never enough use to be first. Sydnie is a Lap ahead of her. It’s the way she sings. I’m an ex d1 athlete and male all the way. Yet I cry watching and listening to her sing.
Loren is lovely both are wonderful singers. I reckon Loren connects with Sydnie's journey because it's similar to hers. Lauren writes songs too. Don't know if Sydnie does. But in one area Syndie leads. Sydnie communicates with greater confidence to the presenter & audience with more confidence & less reserve. She reacts without filter. That pure egoless authentic confidence resonates with audiences in a like us that creates such a strong rapport it's no suprise the desire to support her is amplifier it's magnetic both in the studio & across TV. I think we'll see Syndie over on AGT all-stars next & those two will get chat. Loren is so beautiful to video & encourage her..I'd love to see them duet on stage. I bet they'll be like twins having fun on the town shopping or chilling. Of course Sydnie's bf is a promising singer & seems equally bubbly so that'll be equally fun to sing together some classics even at Loren's NY home. So there's no need to compare them . I just think they make a magical duet of song verse swaps. It would be like a blissful night of song. I can see Sydnie bring out Loren's personality. I think with more vocal coaching Sydnie is going to be huge by say 2 to 3 years. It'll be a series of events, song writers. I think Syndie is capable of learning operatic singing, something Loren is too with her parents background. I think these two will be such buddies. There's no need to feel competitive. There's room for both. I wouldn't get into comparison. Loren does lovely gentle feminine belt beautifully. Sydnie has some power in her belt that's almost operatic in ability to fill a hall. It's really almost energetic it's just more open position vocal chord mouth positioning.
Some of the notes are reminiscent of the brilliant Israel Kamawaeole mash up from 1978. On the words “lullaby” and “find me” in the first verse. But she takes off in another direction and it’s quite refreshing…
I actually didn’t like this as much on the night compared to the audition and semis, but watching this it’s grown on me a lot, I think I’ve just seen Over The Rainbow done to death in talent shows, plus my telly has crap sound 😂 Thank you for covering this was really insightful!
Definitely this song was full of emotions and wishes about to be fulfilled, and not also emotions balanced with power, again. Perfectly showing her talent with subtlety, rounding out her portfolio.
This sounds familiar to the great Hawaiian folksinger hero Israel Kamakawiwoʻole. b. 1959 d. 1997. This video of Over The Rainbow was compiled for his RIP tribute in the ocean off Waikiki. ua-cam.com/video/w_DKWlrA24k/v-deo.htmlsi=qpqkkq0PipWjDOxb
Have loved your reactions to Sydnie (love her, we need an album and concerts). Glad I found your channel & looking forward to your reaction to the first audition. Her personality, holding it together after Simon’s reaction to her song choice and hearing Tomorrow like it’s completely new and her song is a moment I’ll never forget. It’s always felt to me like what it must have been like on that long ago night Funny Girl opened on Broadway and the world truly met Barbara Streisand in all her unique, quirky, magical glory. I hope Sydnie’s journey is as memorable for her and us. My 20 year older sister still talks about seeing the tv special a year later, My Name is Barbara, that started the worldwide love affair with her presence and incredible voice. We’ve had that with Sydnie, my first thoughts during Tomorrow were “we have a new Barbara”, not because they sound the same but because they have the same magic and are complete packages of person & talent and put their whole hearts into every performance.
If you have ever listened to Bernadette Peters (I'm sure you have), Sydnie has a similar emotional approach to her songs. Bernadette could actually sound like she was crying whilst singing on the note and it is just that they have this terrific ability to put the emotion in the voice. I am so pleased for Sydnie and hopefully now, people will listen and take note!
@@ninaschofield thank you so much for your reply, I really appreciate that. If you can find it, have a listen to Bernadette performing in Mack and Mabel, there are some great examples of that emotion. Oh, I live in Australia and worked in amateur musicals since I was a kid and have directed a number as well. I love your approach with your reactions and your knowledge!
After seeing all 3 of her performances, I believe Sydnie doesn't sing a song - she becomes the song and the song becoes her. They become one unit. That's why her performances feel so personal.
The song choices from Sydnie tell an autobiography of her hopes and dreams, and if you will go to the first song and look at her wardrobe, you will see she is cleaver in how to dress. With "Tomorrow", she dressed something reminiscent of an orphan, perfect for the song. With "My Way" her attire, the stage, the mic stand and microphone all looked as if they were right from Broadway. In her last song, she wore white and looked angelic as she sang "Over the Rainbow", another fitting wardrobe and stage setting bending to her song choice.
BGT was amazing this time. You haveca x special Gem with sydney. AGT has a dark horse singer, a 55 year old janitor for 23 years. Check him out, he sang dont stop believing by Steve Perry. You will be shocked. He is a humble person also. You in Britain, struck Gold.with this gem of a singer. Unbelievable tone, power and range.
Wow - this performance gave me goosebumps! As you can see the video is slanted (for copyright purposes) I hope it's not too distracting. You can watch my reaction to Sydnie's semi final performance of 'My Way' here: ua-cam.com/video/e13rYFMjqMQ/v-deo.html
I love Ur videos the are amazing
I love your reactions to Sydnie’s music! She is awesome and you are awesome!!
Hi Nina, you are the best vocal coach reaction we had for this performance. I rather watch your comments than any others coz you are so insightful of the musical terms that we learn to appreciate more of Sydnie Christmas talent
I enjoyed Sydnie performance of tomorrow so much that 1 I have relistened many times
And further searching youtube I came across tour channel Nina and wowser one talent lead to another, appreciate your work xx
Nina Schofield . . . You are gorgeous & I'd love to hear you sing!!!
Will search for THAT video NOW!
What I absolutely adore about Syndie's performances is how she tugs at the emotional strings of so many hearts with her mesmerizing voice (mine included). I can't think of another artist who can evoke such pure, unbridled joy in every single performance. It's a feeling beyond words. Your reactions to her performances were incredible, some of the best I've ever seen. You've gained a new follower. Cheers!
The world fell in love with Sydnie the first time she walked on stage with her personality, humor and charm. Then she sang ... and there were no words ... wow! Just WOW!!!! PHENOMENAL! ❤
*She didn't want to do this song because her idol Loren Allred, who she loves & covered it, video messaged her to go do it...and this is the winning performance we got*
"It feels like drops of rain" I couldn't describe what I was feeling when she started and then you nailed it for me :) Good call!
Ahh I’m so pleased! ❤
First time a solo woman singer won top prize in the 17 years of BGT. So deserved. In an interview, she only had three days to learn this version. Gave major credit to her BGT vocal coach.
Wow 3 days is not a lot of time to prepare for something like this - incredible work by all involved ❤
yes! this is actually the version that loren allred did originally in the fantasy league! you should review it!
@@jamelholt1756and she copied it from Israel IZ Kamakawiwoʻole 😏
In one of her interviews she was impressed with her BGT vocal coach. She said she learned more during her BGT adventure than three years of college.
Loren alred Somewhere over the rainbow
I can’t stop watching and listening to Sydnie sing! What a future she has in front of her!
I can't stop watching Sydney
Hello Nina, I'm new here, but really love your style of presentation. Like all who watched the final last saturday evening on UK ITV channel, I was blown away with Sydnie's performance, so may I give a few words of information, from UTube searches. After winning golden buzzer, she had about 4 weeks before her performance in the 4th semi final, and won that one with "My Way". During that period, BGT gave her the use of a good vocal coach to help her where necessary, and she actually mentioned this during the interview answer to a question, "what will you do with the £25000 prize money?", her reply was that now she could afford weekly singing lessons with this coach, who had improved her voice more than her years of attendance at College, obviously some time ago, as she is now 28. Yes, she has had a small amount of musical theatre experience in London, but craves a leading lady part in one of the larger WestEnd London theatres. In the meantime, she has performed on Cruise Ships, and has a UTube channel, with a few videos, but nothing like as spectacular as recent BGT videos. So, with more good Coaching, her voice could get better, but hey, it is already fantasic.
So, like many singers trying to earn a living doing what they love, she sings from the heart, and clearly has learnt how to present songs in her own way. X
More,, also her favourate singer is Loren Alred, so you can see a similar style of singing. Loren actually messaged her on her win. Now, when she won her semifinal, she had only 3 days max to come up with the song for the final! BGT suggested "Over the rainbow", which she agreed to, and her presentation is not surprisingly, similar to Loren's style on AGT. But with her own "kisses" variations.
She has said that she would like to do a duet with Loren in the future, lets see? She will be performing at the Royal variety performance in November, I think, so wonder which song she will sing? X
Thank you for your lovely and informative comment! I can’t wait to see what’s next for Sydnie too ☺️🙏🏻
I heard an interview of Sydnie and she only had 3 days to prepare this song for her final performance. So beautiful.
Again, the best reaction video for sydnie! You are the perfect match of showing and describing emotions and explain the music theory behind. Now I am a fan of Sydney and you! Thank you for your job! 🎉
Yes, Nina, you are among those select few reviewers who touch on all aspects of the music & the emotions: so pleased you found out about Sydnie in time for this song, too.
That makes me so happy to read! Thank you so much 🙏🏻
I tear up whenever I hear her sing. No singer has ever made me feel this way. Love love love her!
Neither did I, her singing just brightened my day every time I hear her sing 🎉❤
same...and I can not explain it...
Yup. Just reaches into the heart, she does..
Same. She's amazing!
My wife reminds me often that the best place to hide something from me is in front of my face. But listening to this more than a few times it just hit me the way Sydnie makes the specific words "FIND ME!!!" just hit you over the head. I think she's been found now. I hope she has a long and successful career. I enjoy your analysis, Nina.
The uncontainable pressure of emotion expressed in her lovely face at the close of that dazzling performance, and the slight nervous jerkiness of her head, touched me very deeply - and my eyes once again o’erbrimmed.
Sydnie 's voice is very special and should be in the West End wow also beautiful review and reaction to her performance
How many others have had a job that didn't work out get off her back she is amazing and has every right to be on the show I absolutely love her
It is so heartening to hear Britain does in fact still has talent!
Sydnie has stated that it is Loren Alfred's version that she sang on AGT but put little changes on it. So you are correct that it has a Greatest showman effect.
I knew it was familiar. Now I know why. Thank you! Of course, it doesn't take away from her accomplishment.
Loren Alred congratulated Sydnie in a comment on the BGT channel. High praise she gave her!
Afronitaa is pleased with what she has to be in 3rd place. Afronitaa and Abigail life will still shine, they will love attitude toward the 1st place winner.
I’d agree but she used A bit of Whitney Houston in it also. You can hear her hit those Whitney Houston notes that no one and I mean no one can do!
I get goosebumps every time I hear her. Absolutely magical. Never, since Whitney Houston have I been affected by a vocalist. She sooooooo deserved to win 💞💞💞
As always, I love your reactions, Nina. By missing Sydnie's audition, you've missed a major factor in her popularity. I've seen many, many auditions on talent show, and hers is my all time favorite. The audience fell in love were her right there. Don't wait a week to watch it, because it's special, as is Sydnie.
Super star is born 😊
Great comments, without having seen her first song, etc, yet.
I also found you thanks to you looking at what is Sydnie's proper career starter on BGT.
On the breakfast TV show afterwards she said Loren Allred, who is her idol, contacted her with a video message to encourage her to put her own "kiss" on Loren's "Over the Rainbow" adaptation from last year, after BGT suggested it for her, just after the semi-final.
She did it so so so well.
Yes, the emotion is transferred to us-masterful!
From her first appearance on BGT when her charm, humor, and personality alone should have won her a golden buzzer, to her masterful rendition of "Tomorrow," where her genius turned the song from childhood optimism to adult angst, a new song entirely, in meaning and vocal power. Indeed, all of her performances turned on this personal note of career failure, defiance in "My Way" and yearning in "Over the Rainbow." The irony is that in defying failure, she has proven that her dream of the West End was not real or worthy of achieving; she is a superstar of the concert stage--forget singing the same songs every day to a small audience, Sydnie, "let's have it all!"
Breathtaking performance 👏🍾💐
I want her in Philadelphia so I can see her!!!! In person I imagine her concert would be a constant cycle of goose bumps…. Simon couldn’t even look at her else he’d not be able to speak… stunning!!
I think she is awesome and I think she very possibly will be one of the few winners of such shows who will actually get a real careerboost. And I think the fact of her personality which seems to indeed not be a big ego, a lot of warmth and willingness to joy will help a lot. She reminds me of Kelly Clarkson in this. A type of person people will want to work with not just because of their ability but because they will work together well ..their goal being the end product rather than their Ego. Definitely keeping my fingers crossed for Sydnie..May all her dreams come through!
I watched a few vocal coach reviews of Sydnie's performances and I really enjoyed this one especially with the keyboard explanations. It's good to watch the reactions of someone who understands the difficulty in how the arrangement is delivered. Sydnie seems to bring out emotion in me with her singling that others rarely do.
I am impressed that you picked up on the "Greatest Showman" quality of the arrangement so quickly. This is indeed modeled after Loren Allred's version! I love Sydnie's rendition just as much!
Yes sir and Lauren is the connecting dot!
Your last review of Sydnie was my first video you did a great job!
Thank you so much, and welcome! 🙏🏻
Just subscribed. I’ve watched 2 videos of yours and really enjoyed them. Thank you 😊
I’m so pleased to hear that, thank you! ☺️
I was watching BGT when it happened, and now that I have seen it over and over.....guess what? It keeps sounding even better!! It's great to hear opinions of professional voice coaches like you, Nina. Sounds like there's all kinds of excitement about this new talent. I'm sure we will hear some amazing sounds from her in the future.
The Worthy Winner, indeed! 🥰😍🤩
At these two times (3:04 and 4:47), you stopped and listened again as Sydnie hit these glorious high notes. An aspect of that which truly struck me was that each time, she stopped the immediately preceding note, paused a moment, then came back in at exactly the right note. Not even the tiniest bit off, but perfectly on it. Maybe an oscilloscope could detect some imprecision, but I certainly couldn't. Having performed in orchestra and choir, I know how difficult it is to come in on a note precisely. Even professionals can be a touch off. The degree of vocal control needed to be so precise is staggering to me. Simon was right when he said she had a god-given talent.
I'm glad she won.😊
Brilliant, down to earth, feel relaxed just hearing Sydnie talk, so glad she auditioned for BGT so all the world can enjoy listening to her marvelous vocals
WOWOWOWOW is right!
Thanks Nina, words just can't describe her talent. A couple of comments below, I to Tear up when she sings, and I don't usually do that. She is heaven sent for sure. Thanks again Nina for sharing your view on this, I enjoy your area here !
Jimbo
Saw an interview where she gave high praise to the BGT vocal coach ... and ended saying something like .. to the coach .. about the money she won .. "at least now I can afford you!"
Yup, that was on the British breakfast tv show after winning. Ever modest and witty.
It was the outfit designer
This is the Loren Allred version who is the singer of ‘Never Enough’ that’s why it sounds similar
"Like drops of rain" is a great analogy! Well done!
I've watched this a dozen times now (and Sydnie literally hundreds now). This is such a nice job Nina. Well done.
just saw an interview with her where she said she can't watch this performance because she felt she did a terrible job and was off key. went off stage crying to her mom saying it was horrible. She was so wrong. I have watched all of her performances seems like 100 times each and each time I get goose bumps..she is an incredible singer.
Absolutely LOVE Sydnie Christmas!
Sydnie's "Tomorrow" is a must. Can't wait to hear your reaction to it.
Sydnie gives vision and hope. Just love her.
I can’t wait until you react to her first audition. The most incredible, moving performance of “Tomorrow” most of us have ever heard. Anyone with half a heart will get at least a little bit emotional hearing it. Regarding “Over the Rainbow”, the reason it makes you think of “The Greatest Showman” is that this is Lauren Allred’s version (singer of “Never Enough” on The Greatest Showman).
Yah me too, please react to her audition piece, very interested in your comments. Thanks. 🙏 ❤
Certainly taken from Loren, as Loren invited Sydnie to add her own "kiss" to it, to make it her own: Sydnie was too in awe of Loren to take the song on, of course, but Loren graciously elevated Sydnie to fellow stardom.
You still need to see her audition
Sooo wounderful ❤, good reaction, think you enjoy it, let's ave it ❤
Thanks so much ❤
I love the way you break the song up Nina. For someone who isn't music trained, to learn something. What a beautiful rendition of this song. ❤❤
I’m so pleased you enjoyed it! 🥰
Shows the power that an arrangement can have on a song. Pure delivery, powerful delivery, GENUINE and amazing talent and just equally masterful arrangement - so smart and so beautifully done. FIREWORKS!!!!
Yes and sydnie and her vocal coach only had 3 days to come up with the arrangement and rehearse for the final. Amazing.
She knew it but hadn t sung it for a while, nevertheless 3 days to relearn it...wow...not from this world...
I love how excited you are with each of her changing of how she sings and how you give praise where praise is due. I applaud your honesty 👏
I can't wait till Sydnie Christmas starts putting out music so that you can react on it. I am obsessed with her! Oh, and you. *WINK* Thanks for another great reaction!
Can't wait for her to make a Christmas album
That was marvelous. You really picked up a " REAL " winner to train a Champion .
Congratulations to you BOTH who deserve a wonderful applause.Blessings .
Hi Nina, I truly enjoyed your reaction. I’ve watched tons of these reaction videos of Sydnie’s performances. By far you give the kind of comments that I truly believe are spot on. Her musicality is truly amazing. Her Phrasing and dynamics coming from her on a computer screen and still gives us this kind of an emotional response!!! Wow! Can you imagine being in the audience during her live performances? I would love to see her live!
Come to the US Sydnie.
Funny that you feel like it reminds you of Never Enough because Loren Allred (who sang that song for the movie) also performed this arrangement of Over The Rainbow on AGT and also knocked it out of the park
Yes! And Thank you for spelling her name correctly! She's a supernova!
And a high quality commentary ❤
Great interpretation of this fantastic singer!
just subbed. Great breakdown. Love Sydnie
Love your reviews of Sydnie Christmas. Thank you. Be sure to watch the first, audition video.
Thank you! Will do!
@@ninaschofield You'll be blown away
Nina, I loved watch your reaction to Sidney’s amazing performance. Two beautiful talented women, one singing, the other reacting.
I felt pretty much like you did too. I also totally resonate with Alesha's reaction to Sydnie these last 2 performances: her voice, herself and the way she interprets the songs has the power to raise one's vibration. I've felt elevated each time I heard her, since her audition. She's very special. I love her so much and wish her all the very best moving forwards!
Yes the vibration comment was so on point wasn’t it!
@@ninaschofield Yeah, absolutely.
It is gratifying to see, in this era where "stars" pay more attention to their attire and how much they show of their body, a young singer of such warmth and good taste. It is a very deserved victory!!!
She‘s a Superstar now for me. I hear her singing every day!!
Sensational!!!!❤❤❤
I'm really looking forward to you watching her first audition. What she does with that song, wow. I cried watching it. She turns a kids song into something far more adult that struck me deep.
You really please need to watch her first audition - looking forward to your reaction to that!!
This is Lauren Allred's version of "over the rainbow" - and in a next day interview Sydnie said that Lauren actually called her in person about singing the song and gave some tips
Speechless.
Celine, Adele, Lady Gaga, Sydnie. I hope she gets in good hands.
Loren Allred actually sang “Never Enough” in the Greatest Showman! It was a voice over for the actress and not really her singing in the movie. So it’s wild that you mentioned both of those comments, because Loren is all over this version.
Absolutely loved the 'Never Enough' vibe - it makes so much sense now! Thank you for watching :)
@@ninaschofield What comes on top, is that Sydnie in a short interview named Loren Allred as her absolute idol, and that her greatest wish would be to have a collaboration with her. So, congrats to you for feeling the "never enough" vibe in Sydnie's rendition. You are absolutely right with this.
I loved your in depth analysis of Sydnie's performance. New subscriber here. I don't recall Simon ever making such positive comments regarding a performer and their performance as he did here. Way to go Sydnie!
I very much enjoyed watching your reaction and your comments were, for me, absolutely spot on. Sydnie doesn't need the West End, the West End needs her! I feel she most likely will be a Superstar who can command the largest venues worldwide for a very long time. I believe her management have a UK concert tour planned for her in October this year- she'll smash it!
Best singer I have ever heard. I thought Lauren who sung never enough use to be first. Sydnie is a Lap ahead of her. It’s the way she sings. I’m an ex d1 athlete and male all the way. Yet I cry watching and listening to her sing.
Definitely wouldn’t say she’s a “lap” ahead of Lorren - vocally Lorren is still ahead of her. She’s great though.
@@taeulen your opinion I think she is still
Better but Lauren is great. I’m just saying the entire package. Her emotions come through her singing
Loren is lovely both are wonderful singers. I reckon Loren connects with Sydnie's journey because it's similar to hers. Lauren writes songs too. Don't know if Sydnie does. But in one area Syndie leads. Sydnie communicates with greater confidence to the presenter & audience with more confidence & less reserve. She reacts without filter. That pure egoless authentic confidence resonates with audiences in a like us that creates such a strong rapport it's no suprise the desire to support her is amplifier it's magnetic both in the studio & across TV. I think we'll see Syndie over on AGT all-stars next & those two will get chat. Loren is so beautiful to video & encourage her..I'd love to see them duet on stage. I bet they'll be like twins having fun on the town shopping or chilling. Of course Sydnie's bf is a promising singer & seems equally bubbly so that'll be equally fun to sing together some classics even at Loren's NY home.
So there's no need to compare them . I just think they make a magical duet of song verse swaps. It would be like a blissful night of song. I can see Sydnie bring out Loren's personality. I think with more vocal coaching Sydnie is going to be huge by say 2 to 3 years. It'll be a series of events, song writers. I think Syndie is capable of learning operatic singing, something Loren is too with her parents background. I think these two will be such buddies. There's no need to feel competitive. There's room for both. I wouldn't get into comparison. Loren does lovely gentle feminine belt beautifully. Sydnie has some power in her belt that's almost operatic in ability to fill a hall. It's really almost energetic it's just more open position vocal chord mouth positioning.
@@CathainSeo It's tough, but I have to say Loren is a bit more ripe in her style. A caliber Sydnie will quickly develop into.
Some of the notes are reminiscent of the brilliant Israel Kamawaeole mash up from 1978. On the words “lullaby” and “find me” in the first verse. But she takes off in another direction and it’s quite refreshing…
First time hearing sydnie but it wont be the last unbelievable performance.she has a crystal clear voice love to see her in a Broadway production 👏🔥👌
I actually didn’t like this as much on the night compared to the audition and semis, but watching this it’s grown on me a lot, I think I’ve just seen Over The Rainbow done to death in talent shows, plus my telly has crap sound 😂
Thank you for covering this was really insightful!
Definitely this song was full of emotions and wishes about to be fulfilled, and not also emotions balanced with power, again. Perfectly showing her talent with subtlety, rounding out her portfolio.
This sounds familiar to the great Hawaiian folksinger hero Israel Kamakawiwoʻole. b. 1959 d. 1997. This video of Over The Rainbow was compiled for his RIP tribute in the ocean off Waikiki. ua-cam.com/video/w_DKWlrA24k/v-deo.htmlsi=qpqkkq0PipWjDOxb
Yes! I heard the resemblance to Iz"s version as well@
you are right💞
Full cream - and we are lapping it up
Loved your last reaction and love your analysis!
Thanks so much!
Brilliant analysis. Love it! ❤
Loved your review. "Drops of rain", nailed it.
I'd love to hear your opinion on how Sydnie's performance here compares to Loren Allred's version.
It would be amazing to hear a duet with those two.
@@keithmarshall3371 As Amanda said, that should be easily arranged 🙂...but I don´t know how will would survice this...I most likely would pass out ;-)
This is Loren Allred’s version . Sydnie sang it beautifully
A DIVA has borne
I just read you haven't seen her audition! Her personality is as great as her singing!
Have loved your reactions to Sydnie (love her, we need an album and concerts). Glad I found your channel & looking forward to your reaction to the first audition. Her personality, holding it together after Simon’s reaction to her song choice and hearing Tomorrow like it’s completely new and her song is a moment I’ll never forget. It’s always felt to me like what it must have been like on that long ago night Funny Girl opened on Broadway and the world truly met Barbara Streisand in all her unique, quirky, magical glory. I hope Sydnie’s journey is as memorable for her and us. My 20 year older sister still talks about seeing the tv special a year later, My Name is Barbara, that started the worldwide love affair with her presence and incredible voice. We’ve had that with Sydnie, my first thoughts during Tomorrow were “we have a new Barbara”, not because they sound the same but because they have the same magic and are complete packages of person & talent and put their whole hearts into every performance.
Same feelings first time I heard Sydnie … just like Barbra! ❤️❤️❤️
So much power in her performance that the matrix glitched several times.
I have never heard an audience reaction like that on a talent show before.
Me neither!
Interesting you mention Greatest Showman, because this is Loren Allred's version of the song and you really can hear the influence.
If you have ever listened to Bernadette Peters (I'm sure you have), Sydnie has a similar emotional approach to her songs. Bernadette could actually sound like she was crying whilst singing on the note and it is just that they have this terrific ability to put the emotion in the voice. I am so pleased for Sydnie and hopefully now, people will listen and take note!
Yes I see what you mean! It reminds me a little of Bernadette’s version of Send In The Clowns - so much emotion packed into a few short minutes.
@@ninaschofield thank you so much for your reply, I really appreciate that. If you can find it, have a listen to Bernadette performing in Mack and Mabel, there are some great examples of that emotion. Oh, I live in Australia and worked in amateur musicals since I was a kid and have directed a number as well. I love your approach with your reactions and your knowledge!
After seeing all 3 of her performances, I believe Sydnie doesn't sing a song - she becomes the song and the song becoes her. They become one unit. That's why her performances feel so personal.
The best vocals ever. I was stopped in my tracks when Eva Cassidy did that cover but Sydney Christmas is in a league of her own
The song choices from Sydnie tell an autobiography of her hopes and dreams, and if you will go to the first song and look at her wardrobe, you will see she is cleaver in how to dress. With "Tomorrow", she dressed something reminiscent of an orphan, perfect for the song. With "My Way" her attire, the stage, the mic stand and microphone all looked as if they were right from Broadway. In her last song, she wore white and looked angelic as she sang "Over the Rainbow", another fitting wardrobe and stage setting bending to her song choice.
She’s amazing
Funny you say "never enough vibes", this version was from Loren Alred who sung Never Enough!
You were right about the greatest showman. This is Loren Allred version of the song.
BGT was amazing this time. You haveca x special Gem with sydney. AGT has a dark horse singer, a 55 year old janitor for 23 years. Check him out, he sang dont stop believing by Steve Perry. You will be shocked. He is a humble person also. You in Britain, struck Gold.with this gem of a singer. Unbelievable tone, power and range.
It is almost a transcendence feeling listening to her.
....always...how beautiful you are..
Love the pitch perfect on the keys
West-end material for sure. I just love Abi and your reaction. Cheers from America.
I love Ur videos the are amazing
Thank you!