Listened to this while thinking of Paul Saviano, as requested. May the memory of you be a blessing to those who think of you, Mr. Saviano. Sending my love, appreciation, and admiration.
So many owe so much thanks to Phil Saviano for his stalwart tenacious work, for his exposés of child sexual abuse in the Boston Roman Catholic church clergy, Roman Catholic priest paedophiles who were protected by the complicit Roman Catholic Cardinal Law. What a debt is owed to this man. He will need no fear facing his Master, which is more than can be said for those unholy, insincere crawthumpers. Requiescat in pace Phil.
After a confusing google search for Paul Saviano, I'm pretty sure people on this thread are referring to Phil Saviano, who was instrumental in helping Boston Globe reporters uncover the case against the Catholic Church depicted in the movie "Spotlight" from 2015. As he lay dying in 2021, he wrote "Give a listen to Judy Collins singing ‘Bird On A Wire’ and think of me."
909chuck 2 years ago A great song and a remarkable singer. I hope this remains available for the future viewers to long enjoy. Just a superb arrangement and fine musicianship. THANX!
I have listened to this song countless times. It represents my constant aiming to have the freedom to be who I am without the tether of controlling parents, controlling employers , narcissists , and selfish people. On many occasions I have succeeded and sometimes needed to admit failure and move on. This song reminds me of the struggle and reward in a tuneful brooding manner. Bravo , Art
to write poetry is true freedom, for the spiritual world joins in and gives intuitive words, you will be amazed and content, gift yourself the art of the word..........
I had to listen to this version after reading Paul Saviano's story. Thank you for your courage and determination to bring those to justice. RIP Paul Saviano.
Beautiful music has such a soothing effect on the soul. Long live great music!!!!!! ( and of course, the highly talented artists who perform them ) They don't need expensive sets/dancers/lights to perform....just their own pure dedication to their craft and not the Dollar!!
I think this is the most beautiful rendition of this wonderful Leonard Cohen song, ever! Ms. Collins always has been, and still is perfection, we are so blessed to have her to entertain us! I feel these playing with her at this time were among the finest! For sure they all outdid themselves in this particular rendering of Bird On A Wire! Just this guys opinion! Be well, JSE.
Of all the versions I have heard, this is the one that sounds the most completely feral and natural, despite her many years of training, even at this point in her career. I have her same range, and I have admired how she has maintained the treasure that is her voice. I know it is not easy to keep such a delicate instrument in form.
duncanengler 3 years ago One of the best things about this video is that it features the great harp playing of my childhood friend, Don (Bosco) Brooks out of Dallas, Texas. Played with the greats, Judy, Kris, Jerry Jeff...RIP old friend.
ScotsjohnSE 2 years ago Thank you beta hi-fi, this is perfection! Really happy you were kind enough to upload. I think this may have been a Public Broadcast concert, not quite sure! I think this is her best version, that lovely and fantastic bluesy backup. Who could ask for more! Again many thanks for this and your other gifts to us! Be Well, JSE.
Nu stiu daca Bird on the Whire este compozitia lui Leonard. Dar constat ca pe cat trece vremea, aceasta superba melodie si acest superb text are parte de cele mai minunate interpretari. Una dintre ele este acesta.
Beta Hi-Fi Archive 2 years ago Hi I am so pleased to hear from you. Donny's playing was one of the key attractions for me when I went to a dozen or so Judy Collins concerts in the mid-1970s. Did you know that you can listen to two of those concerts from 1973 on the Wolfgangsvault website?? Also, there is a 30-minute BBC TV broadcast of another 1973 concert where Donny is featured prominently. You can sometimes find a copy on eBay. What did Donny do in more recent years?
They perform this wonderful song by Cohen as it were a blues. I far prefer the original, but this is also good experiment. Anyway Judy has awonderful voice!
Listened to this while thinking of Paul Saviano, as requested. May the memory of you be a blessing to those who think of you, Mr. Saviano. Sending my love, appreciation, and admiration.
Likewise
That is how I came to be here as well
So many owe so much thanks to Phil Saviano for his stalwart tenacious work, for his exposés of child sexual abuse in the Boston Roman Catholic church clergy, Roman Catholic priest paedophiles who were protected by the complicit Roman Catholic Cardinal Law.
What a debt is owed to this man.
He will need no fear facing his Master, which is more than can be said for those unholy, insincere crawthumpers. Requiescat in pace Phil.
Me too!!
Judy, you were always my favorite I'm the 60's. Thank you for all the Joy you brought me.
Between Judy Collin’s voice and that wonderful, sexy harmonica, it’s one of the best country blues song ever heard of played
Memories of 1970 in the Isle of Man come to mind listening to this wonderful song!
I wonder if someone who has this much talent, grace, & style appreciates herself. Many kudos to the woman.
After a confusing google search for Paul Saviano, I'm pretty sure people on this thread are referring to Phil Saviano, who was instrumental in helping Boston Globe reporters uncover the case against the Catholic Church depicted in the movie "Spotlight" from 2015. As he lay dying in 2021, he wrote "Give a listen to Judy Collins singing ‘Bird On A Wire’ and think of me."
909chuck 2 years ago
A great song and a remarkable singer. I hope this remains available for the future viewers to long enjoy. Just a superb arrangement and fine musicianship. THANX!
Ive finally learned to believe in angels. What an amazing rendition of BIRD ON WIRE.
Beautiful and touching.Thank you Paul Saviano for your courage, this world needs more people like you to start healing. Rest easy
One of the best Cohen songs ever done 👍
This is the sing I’ve chosen for when my time comes to leave this earth
It is for my children and close friends. It suits the way my heart feels.
WOW. AWESOME. ABSOLUTELY MADE MY DAY. BEAUTIFUL. MY SOUL IS SINGING ALONG. THANK YOU. GODSPEED
Song and voice make a beautiful mixture. Thanks to you two, Judy and Leonard.
One of the most beautiful voices in music 🎶
I have listened to this song countless times. It represents my constant aiming to have the freedom to be who I am without the tether of controlling parents, controlling employers , narcissists , and selfish people. On many occasions I have succeeded and sometimes needed to admit failure and move on. This song reminds me of the struggle and reward in a tuneful brooding manner. Bravo , Art
2016 - What is really cool is that Judy is still performing this live in concert. I saw her sing it a few weeks ago at a concert in Connecticut.
to write poetry is true freedom, for the spiritual world joins in and gives intuitive words, you will be amazed and content, gift yourself the art of the word..........
Buffy Saint Marie
Beautifully said
I want stay stuck in 70s for ever.
What a legend! So sad he's gone from our lives.
oldgypsytap 3 years ago
GLORIOUS. WHAT SINGING IS ABOUT. NOBODY SHOUTING AT ANYBODY...JUST POURING IT OUT!
I had to listen to this version after reading Paul Saviano's story. Thank you for your courage and determination to bring those to justice. RIP Paul Saviano.
Simply extraordinary. Judy is pretty much making love to this song. And maybe its writer too!
Beautiful music has such a soothing effect on the soul. Long live great music!!!!!! ( and of course, the highly talented artists who perform them ) They don't need expensive sets/dancers/lights to perform....just their own pure dedication to their craft and not the Dollar!!
What a great performance!
DAMN what a version. Props
such a beautiful voice, and of course a fabulous song, thank you mr. cohen, be well !!
coquinegau 3 years ago
If kids these days could watch and learn..
Thank you for this amazing video!!
We need to illegality to prostitution. We know violence is because o f repressed Male drive
I think this is the most beautiful rendition of this wonderful Leonard Cohen song, ever! Ms. Collins always has been, and still is perfection, we are so blessed to have her to entertain us! I feel these playing with her at this time were among the finest! For sure they all outdid themselves in this particular rendering of Bird On A Wire! Just this guys opinion! Be well, JSE.
With her wonderful 12 strings guitar.
Superb !
Great thanks, indeed !
Jess Lang 6 months ago
She is so beautiful. In many ways.
Beauuuuuuuutiful.
The best voice.
Of all the versions I have heard, this is the one that sounds the most completely feral and natural, despite her many years of training, even at this point in her career. I have her same range, and I have admired how she has maintained the treasure that is her voice. I know it is not easy to keep such a delicate instrument in form.
Perfect piano !!!!
Long live pianist RICHARD BELL.
It's almost too beautiful and moving to handle.....
I love this song!
Thanks for the video- I confess I didn't know her: She's good- I'm here in order to listen to another version of this wonderful song by L. Cohen
she is famous for Amazing Grace
H9
rip leanord cohen
Saw her end her set with this song on the Stratford Festival Stage in the late 70's. One of the most memorable artistic moments I have ever seen.
beautiful
duncanengler 3 years ago
One of the best things about this video is that it features the great harp playing of my childhood friend, Don (Bosco) Brooks out of Dallas, Texas. Played with the greats, Judy, Kris, Jerry Jeff...RIP old friend.
Beta Hi-Fi Archive
And WAYLON !!
dawilde70 2 years ago
One more great cover of an all-time greatest song. Magnificent.
RIP Leonard.
ScotsjohnSE 2 years ago
Thank you beta hi-fi, this is perfection! Really happy you were kind enough to upload. I think this may have been a Public Broadcast concert, not quite sure! I think this is her best version, that lovely and fantastic bluesy backup. Who could ask for more! Again many thanks for this and your other gifts to us! Be Well, JSE.
I think i'm in love
Love her
Oh my, she's indescribably good.
unbelieveble to see it's after more than 20years i've seen it on VHS
This was early 1976. So, more than 30 years ago
WOW......................just WOW !
What a voice.
Nu stiu daca Bird on the Whire este compozitia lui Leonard. Dar constat ca pe cat trece vremea, aceasta superba melodie si acest superb text are parte de cele mai minunate interpretari. Una dintre ele este acesta.
Rest well, Paul Saviano.
Beta Hi-Fi Archive 2 years ago
Hi I am so pleased to hear from you. Donny's playing was one of the key attractions for me when I went to a dozen or so Judy Collins concerts in the mid-1970s. Did you know that you can listen to two of those concerts from 1973 on the Wolfgangsvault website?? Also, there is a 30-minute BBC TV broadcast of another 1973 concert where Donny is featured prominently. You can sometimes find a copy on eBay. What did Donny do in more recent years?
Sublime
Suite: Judy Blue Eyes !
Maravulhosas essas mulheres
They perform this wonderful song by Cohen as it were a blues. I far prefer the original, but this is also good experiment. Anyway Judy has awonderful voice!
JShe did it much faster and better on her album Who Knows Where the Time Goes
Oh but it is a blues song. Listen up!
WOW!!
Für meine Tochter , Nicky ,Natascha , mein Sohn u insa , alle die ich liebe , die Vögel loben Gott in ihrem Gesang , ich auch ...
R.I.P Dear Leonard. Homage: cafe.mouse.co.il/topic/3349945/
beauty
"send in the clowns" is probably is my favorite.
WOW
on the wire
So good if we had songwriting like this If only
Yeah.
Don't know who that harmonica player is, but he/she is pretty special . . .
She has a better version of this song, but I can't find it on UA-cam
Same lyrics, same title but a different song. It's a pity, that she didn't sing it the way Leonard wrote it
Rip Paul Saviano 🕊
damn just damn :P
Is this the version absolutely fabulous was referring to? Sweetie darling
Retuning a 12 string on the fly?? Wow!
RIP Paul Saviano...
this wasnt written by leonard cohen he just covered it it was written and sung by the incomparable Tim Hardin if Im not confused
Leonard Cohen wrote it, Tim Hardin covered it a few years afterwards.
Tim, we don’t hear much of him nowadays. Good singer.
Who is playing the Harmonica?
Donnie Broooks
Sad day.
Can can remove the static hiss on this video quite easily in a video editor.
Hello and thanks for the note. Can you provide more details??
You don't get the sense of the song in this Judy Collins version. Check out Joe Cocker's version. Cocker nails it.
Please realize that she is doing Leonard Cohen, even though she is so much better than Leonard might have attempted.
FirstUsedBooks Take that back!
yes leo the best.
My dogs going nuts! Guess he doesn't like it!
The best Singer for this Song is: Esther Ofarim
שירים באיטלקית
The Piano is miles away from getting the Song
Can’t stand these dirge like covers of this tune.
Gimme the Jennifer Warnes or the Aaron Neville versions.
Put me to sleep with this stuff
Wow!!!