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Malcolm, there are no words, nor notes, nor thought that can express your grief. I lost my partner of 23 years very unexpectedly a year ago March, he was 54. While the grief eases with time, it will not vanish. Music can amplify grief for some or give a transcendent escape from grief for others. Give yourself the time and space you need. Sadly we take our sorrow with us to our grave; our love and wisdom can be left with the living as her love was left with you.
Amen. I am glad to see another person giving Jesus credit and praise. I think God appreciates our praises in these dark times. Keep on shouting the glory of Jesus to the world my friend. Bless you from a baptist in Canada. He has risen and he is returning. See you around, or see you in paradise. Darren
@@planes3333those are the words in English that the choir is singing in Latin from the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass (Traditional Latin Mass). Many composers throughout the centuries have composed inspired by the Agnus Dei.
@@f-xdemers2825dont you see how sad it is that you comment that? I wish you the best and hope, that you reflect on your words. Just because you don‘t feel God yet, doesn’t mean that He isnt with you.
@@Ferdii615 Your imaginary friend has nothing to do with the creativity of the living. You have no comprehension of life. Stay blind and delusional but try to not communicate your mental atrophies to others.
@@Ferdii615 Your imaginary friend has nothing to do with the creativity of the living. You have no comprehension of life. Stay blind and delusional but try to not communicate your mental atrophies to others.
Back about 15 years ago I was a young punk rocker. My academic supervisor dragged me out to a classical vocal concert. Honestly the soloist were amazing but not my cup of tea. Then they all came on stage to sing this. I tell you I literally melted, I had such a physical reaction to this, I could barely stand up afterwards. The chills on the major to minor changes just literally melts me. This is amazing.
Yes, and at the risk of sounding crude: that note that crescendos is truly a music climax that feels like a climax. In the most holistic and holy sense of the word. A release of self to God.
I'm coming late in life to this style, but love the work of Pat Metheny and Lyall Mays. When I hear this style, I can't help imposing in my imagination the complement of a jazz bass.
I've written instruction that the string version be played at my funeral. But I didn't know about this masterful choir production...THIS is what I want played so I'll be changing my instructions. This is just stunning. Much respect to Vlaams Radiokoor. Now I have to find it...hoping it's available.
I,m listening to this with tears dimming my ability to type. I am 89 years 0ld and my first born son is taking his final breaths , I,m seeking comfort in these beautiful, divine pieces . He is a victim of FTD . Please pray for him. Thank you.
Praying now! I had to bury my little masterpiece. If angels can sing like this on earth, imagine the choir of angels that will pray for you! Jesus heal this family!
@@marymacdonald6807 Thank you for your kind words, it will be a year at the end of this month and I still hurt. May our Lord and savior bless you and you family.
I am a bit of a broken person. I am free of tobacco for about 6 years and I gave up opiates 15 months ago. This is really spiritual for me and its choking me up. Jesus is so awesome.
We are all broken, friend. All of us! Read James 5:14-16. God strongly promises to save(heal), raise up, and forgive those who confess To One Another! Not those who confess to God alone. Community and vulnerability in Christianity is mandatory for victorious living. God bless you! Have you gone through Celebrate Recovery? It's for those with hurts, habits, and hang ups. Isn't that all of us. When I went through it to deal with my anger I found it was liking getting a steam cleaning of my heart, rather than just a sweeping. Much love.
@@RoxaneFields5700 Hey I did go through some celebrate recovery and also celebrate freedom. I am somewhat of a misshapen ball of clay. Meaning some areas of my life have a lot more maturity than others, and I have some immaturity in other areas. Where as many people are more well rounded. Yeah for some reason I don't seem to have much of a personality that tries to hide my sin, shame and guilt. I can just as easily tell someone about my sins and regrets as another person tells a friend about what they had for coffee. This is both good in being transparent but its also bad in that I lose trust from people. King solomon tells us to be wise and not just blab about whatever we feel like, to be wise and prudent. Bless you from canada Darren see you around online, anytime you want prayer ask or I will see you in paradise.
I have read many comments on this piece. That's one half of the coin. The other half is how professional singers have to be to sing this piece to such perfection. As a member of a highly acclaimed professional choir, I have an idea of how much effort and work goes into forming a choir like this - work that is far too little appreciated, especially as a master of this craft is the director here. Restraint, power, stamina, huge arches carved out, intonation, tricky invervals and harmony changes - this piece is much harder to master than it might seem, and this choir masters this piece in a truly extraordinary way. My greatest respect!
I’m Japanese and Buddhist. I usually watch this video to heal my heart. This song consoles you no matter what you believe in faith. I hope everyone is in full of happiness and stay with your Gods. P.S. I was surprised to see so many responses to my comment when I revisited this video after a long time. I want to clarify that I am not in any way denying everyone's beliefs. Whether one believes in God or not, I believe that it is a freedom and right given to all people. To me, this song feels like one that heals the soul, transcending countries and beliefs. The world is currently experiencing wars, and it's very distressing, but I hope all of you reading this comment will find happiness. If you are in a difficult situation, I pray from a corner of Japan that you will be freed from it. With all my love, I wish for happiness for people all around the world.
This has 111k+ likes. After my daughter passed away I started seeing 111 everywhere. I feel her presence when I listen to beautiful music like this and these numbers make me feel like she's here with me now 💓
William Byrd (1539/40 -1623 )quote"there is not any Musicke of instruments whatsoever comparable to that which is made of the voyces of Men, where the voyces are good, and the same well sorted and ordered.
Ce chant était la seule chose qui m'apaisait quand j'allais voir mon papa à l'hôpital, en 1998. Je rentrais à la maison, m'allongeais dans le salon, sans lumière, et ce beau chant me bercait, m'apaisait. Aujourd'hui, je viens de perdre un ami que j'ai accompagné 5 ans dans la maladie. Je n'ai pu lui dire au revoir, étant moi-même à l'hôpital. C'est encore cette musique qui m'accompagne et m'apaise. Merci. Alléluia !
Quelle forte y belle temoignage! Merci...Peut etre la raison que cette musique t'a apaisee est que ses vibrations s'etendent jusqu'aus cieux les plus lointains. Cette musique et voix humaines celestes touchent les esprits divins lointains et autours de nous. Quand tu papa mourut et toi dans l'hopital, vous etiez connectes tout de meme et vous le savez, parce que les emotions que ces sons sacres eveillent guerissesnt les blessures. Jesus a dit: plus ou moins: Vous qui souffrez, venez a moi et je vais vous soulager''. Maintenant, on doit tous ecouter cette musique parce que les temps qui s'annoncent seront plus que troublantes et ces voix continueront a nous transporter vers le Haut. Et ce Haut nous donnera la force a passer toutes les epreuves.
@@keplergso8369 Well, to me good and evil are not hypothetical or theoretical, they are real. And I accept the testimony of people in the Bible about God and Jesus as reliable. On the question of "angelic music" -- I was speaking quite literally; I have heard of near-death experiences which speak of angels singing in a way that there are very few or no pauses and the sound is rich beyond measure. I hope you can have an open mind about these things.
@@MrStiffie123456789 This is a man who wrote this music. Do you think he was a stupid guy, and that he was owned by a devil or a god when he composed it ? Are you crazy ?
@@MrStiffie123456789 Sorry, but I am fed up with gods, angels, evils, everywhere and about any subject, even music. If some gods or some evils decide for us and are the sources of our good or bad actions, or of human creativity, we are all puppets of obscure forces, you are right, no conversation is possible. Regards.
I'm Muslim and this song take me so far. I don't know how to explain my feelings but juste I feel like I'm safe and protected by God the one and only. In other way l feel like I'm flying like an angel in the sky directly to heaven. 😍😇
Jesus is the only Way ... The rest are all counterfeits .. All of them .. There is No Interfaith.. and there is No Abrahamic covenant outside of Jesus .. He is Savior Messiah King Forever ..... ~ Matthew 24:14 And this Gospel of the Kingdom shall be preached in all the world as a witness unto all Nations and then the End shall come ~ Romans 10:17 So then Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God ~ Galatians 2: 8-9 For its by Grace ye are Saved through Faith and that not of yourselves; it is the Gift of God and not of works lest any man shall boast~ 1John 2:22 who is liar but he that denies Jesus is Christ? he is AntiChrist that denies the Father and the Son 23 he that denies the Son the same hath not the Father; he that acknowledges the Son hath the Father also ~ John 14:6 And Jesus said unto him I am the Way the Truth and the Life No man comes unto the Father but by me ~ .. 1John 5:12 he that hath the Son hath life: he that hath not the Son of God hath not life ~ John 3:16 For God so loved the world that He gave His only begotten Son that whosoever believes in him should not perish but have everlasting Life ~ John 3:3 Truly Truly I tell you except a man be born again; he cannot See the kingdom of God ~ Galatians 3:28 There is neither jew nor greek; there is neither bond nor free; there is neither male nor female in Christ For ye are all One in Christ 29 And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed and heirs according to the Promise John 8:58 Truly I tell you; Before Abraham was; I am ~ Romans 10:9 That if thou confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus Christ and believe in thine heart That God hath raised hi from the dead thou shalt be Saved10 For its with the heart man believes unto righteousness: its with the mouth confession is made unto Salvation ~ John 10:9 For the thief comes not but to steal kill and destroy 10 But I am come that ye might have Life and have it more abundantly ~ 1Timothy 2:5 For there is One God and One mediator between God and men the man Christ Jesus 6 who gave himself a ransom for all to be testified in due time ~....Receive Jesus.. He hears You when you Pray ... Ask him for the Holy Spirit Baptism .. Be ready for eternity ..
I am single, never had such a long lasting love... but i cried reading this beautiful comment, listening to this divine piece, may her soul rest in piece.
After one month in a coma, my beloved Father passed away during the night in March of 1993. As Director of my University Art Gallery, I had to immediately install an exhibition before flying with my wife for his funeral. I had heard this hauntingly sublime, all choral music previously. Somehow as I was working alone in the silence of midnight, I had an image of my Father's coffin slowly--as if in slow motion--circling gracefully as it made its climb to heaven, accompanied by Barber's Agnus Dei as sung so emotionally here with serene beauty. I knew then that my dear Dad was at Peace. And so was I. The incredible power of great music, just one of the many legacies this wonderful man left to me. A vision of grace and eternal Love.
Listen by heart: The world may be perish, but the kingdom of God emerges through music and spiritual gifts. He is already here. The Lord will lead us through. Pray for wisdom and qualified spiritual leadership. Something is at the end of the beginning.
I have been listening to this for hours, sitting in spirit with my brother as he lays dying, on the other side of the country. I am there with him, can see and feel angels all around him, tenderly lifting him up, drawing him through these exquisite harmonies farther into radiance of the Divine, welcoming him home after a lifetime of suffering. Thank you for the beauty, energy and devotion you have made available in the world to everyone who finds their way to this video.
@@pollybarnes4703 He crossed the threshold at midnight. I am in the joy that comes with glimpses of the immense release, unbound light and joy that are forever his now, never to fade. Celebrating -- with all who knew and were privileged to love him -- the inordinate triumph of his life and soul. I am not sad; I need no condolences. I am happy for him. Any tears and sorrow come and go with a bittersweet awareness at the mystery of how all of that beauty stands in bold contrast, and yet is inextricably part of, the conundrum and sorrows of the human condition that we who are left behind still live at the effect of. He is in ecstasy beyond our imagining, free at last in the immense magnitude of his purified soul. Well done, Dearest Brother! What a triumph your life has been. We celebrate as you claim the radiance and lightness of being that is your soul, who you truly are and always were. As you move into endlessly deepening streams of Divine revelation and delight, we know you will be blessing us, guiding us, if we only hold our hearts open to you and the grace you seek to share. WE LOVE YOU. Go, Go, Go with all our love. Go freely into the great, welcoming light of your true home.
What a beautiful letter. , I hope you will find your own peace . this message was written on a Christmas tree card next to the spot where I was putting my card after my brother died " Even in times of unbearable struggle always remember you are not alone . We are all much more resilient than we believe we are "
This is by FAR the greatest piece of music ever composed. I close my eyes and I imagine hearing God's angels singing this as I'm slowly leaving this earthly body where I'm faced with the tunnel and light at the end. I have no fear but a unrecognizable peace. All my lifes memories are played at the sides of me one final time as I walk towards this this irresistible desire to walk faster to this light. I smile at the memories that had faded from my mind. The light grows closer and closer until I'm engulfed in perfect light, peace and love and my eyes focus on our risen Savior. He reaches out His hand for me and I am now home and I am truly truly loved. Eternity has just begun....
Not to take issue with your statement that Barber’s Agnus Dei (Adagio for Strings) is the greatest piece of music ever composed, because IMHO there are Many pieces that would qualify for possible inclusion in that list…. But here’s one you might not have heard that I PARTICULARLY LOVE. And there are others too. ua-cam.com/video/nn5ken3RJBo/v-deo.html
Tied for "greatest" with Beethoven's 9th symphony, choral movement. --- IMO, it's the only piece of music (that I know of) that reveals resurrection. This one sure comes close. A peace beyond all comprehension. Dank u wel, Vlaams Radiokoor!
WHAT DO YOU MEAN? ARE YOU SAYING THAT RAP CRAP IS NOT THE BEST MUSIC EVER WRITTTEN IN THE HISTORY OF MANKIND? WHERE IS YOUR SENSE OF DIVERSITY?????????????
@@johnfresno8494 perhaps you'd explain, as if you're right millions have already been distracted. Unlikely that anything dark can resist the words and the sentiment of the above.
The first time I heard this I was driving on the New Jersey Turnpike. I was so awestruck I pulled over onto the shoulder to cry. It still moves me to tears.
I’m familiar with Barber’s Adagio For Strings but never heard Angus Dei . I was crying like a baby . Angelic Voices accompanied by Angelic Strings . There definitely has to be a synergy with a higher power when Barber and who created these vocals . Must be the Angels
Without wanting to sound a bit stupid, what is the difference between the two? I have heard Barber’s Adagio For Strings many times. @@tonycandela-eo3fb
John the Baptist spoke these words to the people when baptising Jezus ; behold the Lamb of God, that shall take away the sins of the World (Agnus Dei in Latin) (John 1: 29 ) The words sung are ; Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis ' 'Lamb of God, who taketh away the sins of the World, take mercy upon us' Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, dona nobis pacem' ' Lamb of God, who ..., grant us peace' Stay safe everyone. Wherever and whoever you are .... 🙏🏼
One of the ladies is pregnant. It made me think of my daughter who passed whe she was 1 year old. She would be 17. And my 2 sons I almost lost I am grateful for them. God is Good.
At 90 years of age, I am still moved by the sound of God's words being sung to us by the human voice. I cry many tears for my voice can no longer lift itself to praise my God. How sad it is to not be able to sing anymore because of age. Oh dear God, forgive me.
To the ears of God all voices are beautiful, I am sure, and all voices are faltering croaks of frogs. I take comfort in knowing that the hand that made the croaking of frogs and loves them, also made me and my voice. The earnest love in our hearts is the true beauty. I hope that you find ways to still give the wisdom and love from your years to others, and that others can feel the glowing eternal youth of your beautiful heart when they know you.
Latin Agnus Dei, qui tolis peccata mundi, miserere nobis. Agnus Dei, qui tolis peccata mundi, dona nobis pacem. English Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us. Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, grant us peace.
I have listened to this 1000 times and will continue another 10,000. One of the most beautiful pieces of work. I love the strings version but those voices and the dissonance is so emotional. It raises and lowers my blood pressure at the same time. Gorgeous!
To me Adagio for strings evokes a somewhat sorrowful feeling. The choral version evokes a numinous and uplifting feeling. I think both are my favourite pieces of all time. So far...
I sing in a choir in England. I have not heard a more perfect rendition of Barber's Agnus Dei. The phrasing, the dynamics, the harmonic blending, the breath control, everything about this performance was superb. I congratulate you on a most beautiful performance of a most beautiful piece of music. Prachtig!
What a beautiful religion we had. We can eat what we want, we can drink what we want. We just have to love God, Jesus (who takes away the sins of the world) and, above all, one another. So sad that we threw all this out of our lives and our society. Thank you for this heavenly performance. Pax vobiscum from Leuven, Belgium.
Erm we don't HAVE to love God at all. It's a choice. Personally, I'm a non-believer but I'm also a sacred choral fan purely because I love the harmonies. And no it's not "God speaking to me," it's a talented composer ;)
Having been greatly moved by the kind words of many people far and wide, I should like to add some of mine: My Wife Denise spent most of her last year in a Care Home nearby, she was hit badly by Covid there a year last November. After lockdown in February last year she was isolated in a bedroom and from then I was unable to see or speak to her. Last November she contracted Covid there again and succumbed in just a few hours. All I ‘got back’ was her corpse in a coffin, and the same thing happened to many thousands in this Country. Before my life with Denise, which began in 1960 - we wed in 1966 - from 1947 I had a platonic friend, Carolyn, she was five years old and I wasn’t quite five! Carolyn passed away on the IOW a few weeks ago, and so ended my companionships with two of the loveliest Ladies imaginable, and they were close friends with each other. They were both cremated, so the greater proportion of them, just water, is up there somewhere in the clouds, and my philosophy is that when “Raindrops keep falling on my head”, it is the two of them saying “Hello”. When, in Churchill’s wartime words “In God’s Good Time” it is my time to “Slip The Surly Bonds of Earth”, words by Spitfire Pilot John Gillespie Magee Jnr., I will join my two Ladies, probably on a ‘High And Windy Hill’, then with them on each arm, stroll along an endless beautiful beach in Cornwall with its music of the sea and children playing, heading for a distant village bakery which produces perfect Cornish Pasties - Manna indeed! I have plenty to occupy my mind with a real prospect of longevity, and I subscribe to Tennyson’s “Tis better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all”, however there is a constant need for ‘loss adjustment’. Accordingly, with the indulgence of you Mr. Choirmaster and ‘your’ illustrious Choir, every time I listen to their memorable rendition of Barber’s Classic, I like to think I can hear both my Ladies’ creditable soprano voices. Whilst Gielgud’s “This Imperfect World” in ‘The Scarlet and Black’ film apply particularly to today, I commend for you, dear Reader, these words in a poem by Alexander Pope “Hope springs eternal in the human breast”. And I have these words for my Ladies, wherever they are, by Hope himself : “ Thanks for the Memories”. And finally, at the end of Dicken’s classic ‘A Christmas Carol’, Tiny Tim’s words : “God Bless Us, Every One”.
By now you also know that you continue to say “Goodbye”. It happens unexpectedly: the line between a memory and a vision blurs and that awkward combination of love, sorrow, and joy takes control. It passes quickly. Once again you say goodbye. Music that we listened to together, such as this, sometimes creates that response. As a chorister, music that I sang and moved my partner, has become music that I feel I am singing to God and my partner in the same setting. As we sang the final “Jerusalem” in rehearsal of Faure’s Requiem (the at will make up the majority of our All Saint’s Day service), I said goodbye again..
The second most beautiful sounding instrument which Our Good Lord , I believe, inspired to be made is the violin. The most beautiful instrument , the human voice , He made. AMDG
There's another recording of an exceptional set of singers - VOCES8, different, even more Godlike, but hey, they ARE Gods in a way, so they aren't really comparable.
@@jamesjohnson9996 Actually, it's a very worldly building in a very worldly neighbourhood. An art déco gem that resembles a cruise ship breaking into a city square. But great acoustics.
I'm in awe listening to this at my computer, I cannot imagine the feelings welling up in me if I were to have been in that hall. My parents never brought me to stuff like this but I will start going alone, this enriches a person's life, not the empty pop movies people spend money on nowadays. I want to feel lucky to be alive after a performance.
There's more my friend. Much more. Start exploring inspirational music. I was in choir for twenty years and learned many difficult pieces. But the Agnus was the ultimate.
I have listened to this probably 300 times in the last 5 years. It is unspeakably beautiful. It takes my breath away every time I hear it. I am not a religious person but if God gave angels a choir on earth they would kneel in admiration of this. I am lost and bewildered and sat in absolute awe by this performance. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
The song is indeed very beautiful, but the concept, the reality even more so. Just think, "Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world"! There is shining hope for each of us, thank you Jesus Christ!
It’s just beautiful, listening from New Zealand, God‘s blessing and peace to those people around the world that are crying in deep hurt, and pain The only real peace comes from God in our lives.✝️
Frankly the pain may be in almost all of us. Although I have faith in the beloved, loving, merciful Trinity, and hence the truth of the New Testament, I always found 1 John 5:19 a tough one. But how can I doubt the honesty of John, who knew the great joy and aid brought to us all by Jesus, yet still wrote what he wrote?
Surprising? When you've lost all your hopes, faith in God yet when you hear this chants, choirs, hymns you can truly feel the holy spirit entering your cold heart giving you strength. May God watch over he childrens In the name of the father the son and Holy spirit amen.
The music is wonderful and you are a choir of angels. Every time I'm at the pc, I listen to you: thanks for the emotions you give me. Greetings from Italy.
Même si l’on ne croît pas en Dieu comment freiner une telle émotion en entendant un tel chant ! Il est si lumineux ! Merci à tous vous avez été sublimes❤️
UPDATE: we are excited to announce that this winter our recording of Agnus Dei (in 3D immersive sound) will be available on streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music and Google Play. Already 5 million views - we are overwhelmed by all the beautiful reactions. Thank you! And check out our new video in the Vocal Fabric series!
First Christmas without my mother who died in January and feeling really depressed, but while I can't seem to stop crying this song is in a way comforting. Thank you for posting this, you guys are amazing.
Brother or sister, keep on putting one foot in front of the other. I lost my mom in April, and there are no words to describe that pain. It's like an amputation - we can go on living, and we can live a happy and full life, but it will never be the same. If you'd like to talk more privately and just share stories about our moms because they were amazing women, let me know and I'll link my Facebook profile so you can message me. We don't deserve the women God puts in our lives, but boy am I thankful that God saw fit to bless me with my mother anyway.
Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us Dünyanın günahlarını ortadan kaldıran Tanrı'nın Kuzusu, bize merhamet et. Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, dona nobis pacem Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, grant us peace Dünyanın günahlarını ortadan kaldıran Tanrı'nın Kuzusu, bize barış sağla
Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us Dünyanın günahlarını ortadan kaldıran Tanrı'nın Kuzusu, bize merhamet et. Cordero de Dios, que quitas el pecado del mundo, ten piedad de nosotros Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, dona nobis pacem Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, grant us peace Dünyanın günahlarını ortadan kaldıran Tanrı'nın Kuzusu, bize barış sağla Cordero de Dios, que quitas el pecado del mundo, danos la paz
Actually this is originally written as an adagio for strings, not a song (although nothing can beat the human voice). Enjoy the instrumental piece here: ua-cam.com/video/WAoLJ8GbA4Y/v-deo.html
I first heard this watching the Viet Nam war movie “Platoon.” The tears just welled up, it touches your inner soul deeply. I still can’t listen to it without getting the same reaction. Music is so powerful.
I have another version of this absolutely magnificent piece of Heavenly music. It is by the choir of St John's College, Cambridge, but this version is by far the best one I've heard. Comparing the two I think that it is better suited to adult voices and this choir is amazing for their calm, relaxed rendition. The ladies are awesome esp the sopranos carrying the high notes. The clarity is so good. I have to stop watching and listening now.... getting late. There , I've pressed play again. Can I be blamed for that? It is pure serenity....
C'est bien vrai ! ... Moi qui suis plutôt baroque ... cette pièce " moderne" :-) est merveilleuse ... Je peux écouter ça en boucle ... comme pour la 3ème Gnossienne d'Eric Satie ... tiens une autre oeuvre moderne :-) Je pense que la plus belle chose écoutable ( à part Bach 😁 ) est le Miserere d'Allegri ... J'écoute cette version 50 fois de suite et j'en ai mal tellement j'ai pleuré et que je n'ai plus de larmes ... ua-cam.com/video/H3v9unphfi0/v-deo.html&ab_channel=TenebraeChoir
Beautiful, Thank-you Jesus Christ, maker of the voice to sing and the ear to hear. How worthy you are of our praise, and what joy awaits those who believe, repent, and trust in you.
God so loved the world . . . Thank you Blessed Trinity for what you have given, do give and will give to our longing souls. Jesus, help us to follow thy Way.
Je ne peux m'empêcher de repenser à la première fois que j'ai entendu cette pièce. C'était, comme pour un bon nombre de personnes de ma génération sans doute, lors de la sortie sur les écrans de "Platoon" d'Oliver Stone. J'avais 16 ans, et sans parler du film lui-même, déjà tragique et déchirant, je garde encore intacte l'émotion pure et instantanée que j'ai ressentie à sa première écoute, dès la séquence d'ouverture du film. Bien sûr, c'était une version synthétique, rejouée et enregistrée avec un clavier, mais déjà, la partition me frappait au cœur sans que je sache vraiment pourquoi ni comment l'expliquer. Quelques années plus tard, je découvrais bien sûr le chœur initialement prévu, ce qui décupla mon ressenti émotionnel, en particulier lorsque je la vis et entendit interprétée en live. Mais ce n'est que lorsque j'eus atteint une certaine maturité après avoir embrassé une carrière de musicien professionnel que j'en saisis la véritable teneur. Je compris alors pourquoi adolescent j'avais été tant bouleversé par elle. Depuis, systématiquement, j'ai toujours veillé à retrouver ce sentiment brut, vierge de toute connaissance, de toute analyse, de toute pensée, lorsque j'écoute un morceau de musique pour la toute première fois. Je dois cet automatisme à M. Samuel Barber, auquel je veux rendre hommage ici par cet humble commentaire. Bravo au Vlaams Radio Koor et à M. Marcus Creed, son chef de chœur pour cette magnifique interprétation, ainsi qu'aux techniciens son qui ont fait un remarquable travail de captation et de mixage.
J'ai été très ému quand j'ai eu la chance de participer moi même à l'exécution de cette merveille; la même émotion me reprend quand j'entends cette belle interprétation. Merci aux généreux interprètes!
Did anyone else's love for the original Homeworld game end up bringing them here all these years later? I had never heard Adagio For Strings before, and certainly not Agnes Dei set to it. Classical music was a big interest to me at the time, and this song has always moved me more than almost any other.
Kind of! Homeworld was one of those "Oh wow...!!" games for me that really shaped me in a way. It sounds kind of weird, but to me, that game is a piece of art, perfectly composed. And the music was a big part of it, because it gave space (the space) the theatrical partner to its breathtaking endlessness. This piece was the most stunning of all and at first I thought "what the fuck, somebody composed this for a video game and it's SO good!". Of course, I later found out that this wasn't the case, but it was the first classical music cd I ever bought :)
I have listened this probably a hundred times. I will keep on listening. It is one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard. The choir members all put their heart into this. Thanks for putting this on youTube.
One of the most complex professions in the world is a maestro that can put such a chor singing in different voices, with such harmony and soul... I am delighted !!!
In the midst of this horrible and defining pandemic these strains bring hope and peace--of something beyond the horizon and all this distance and death. Something larger than ourselves--something quieting, the sound of a still small voice? Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, grant us peace.
Because the Holy Spirit is as He is, ' and blows where He will, non-church music occasionally achieves transcending divinity too. If you are willing, give a try to: ua-cam.com/video/GlRQjzltaMQ/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/FqIACCH20JU/v-deo.html ua-cam.com/video/Oextk-If8HQ/v-deo.html or even: ua-cam.com/video/lt6f7-sFfXo/v-deo.html
i hope this is what i hear as the Lord welcomes me into his kingdom and to be reunited, like so many of us hope for. If anyone else os struggling with grief, it does get better. hurts like heck, but we get through these things, us humans!! theres still joy & hope, if we can still find it, most days!!! 💯🙏❤️❤️🙏
💔 ❤ thank you I feel the same with the heavy burden of losing my partner after a 19 Year battle terminal illness in and out of remission. I know our Lord heals all souls and I accept that it takes time.
You may need Peace of mind or Happiness or Joy or not . you may want to listen to my voice reading QURAN less than a minute!! you can close your eyes if you want ua-cam.com/video/Of0cZ9KrlWM/v-deo.html please give me your reaction wishing you all the best and peace
stop whining about this damn virus every single place on the internet, damn it! even if you believe the irrational death data "because of corowanirus" it's still only twice as much as ordinary flu! shut your fckin mouths already!!
@@mmccrownus2406 and what would the agenda be behind that? the world leaders conspiring behind our backs like "oh yeah lets break the world economy for fun that sounds like a great plan guys!!" is that what you think? if anybody should wake up its you, you clearly are living under a rock.
Not YOUR Culture! Samuel Barber with his intelligence and sensibility. He contributed to Humanity as a whole regardless of any other distinction than being humans. He elevated the souls of millions.. Don't reduce him to YOUR culture... Please.
@@krynski1 Rather ridiculous statement. Culture shapes us all. A song inspired by Christianity which existed for over 2000 years and music which has been refined and honed since the dawn of man. If Samuel Barber was born 3000 years ago, he would likely have taken the trade of a barbarian.
When I was young, I sang in the Choir at Bath Abbey with my school chior. We sang the Messiah. It was beautiful. I still think about it 50 years later.
Difficult to find the right words for this performance of Barber's Agnus Dei. Marvelous. Sublime. Serene. Truly legato. Suave, polished, elegant, and lovely.
In the spring of 1970 my high school choir visited another school. We performed this piece perfectly. What an experience that was! Unfortunately, we never recorded this piece. It exists only my memory. Such a beautiful thing here on earth.
@@gavinguitar2194 Sticking to the subject of music - In 1969 my high school choir traveled to Europe. We spent a week in Freiburg, Germany. We performed our own concert in the city park, and then participated in an international choir fest. In life, having married, having a son, then a daughter, seeing them married, having four grandchildren. I continue to sing in my church choir.
7 million views 🤩 😮 Wow, thank you all for your beautiful comments, emails and letters! Bedankt, merci, thank you, hvala, kiitos, shukran, mahalo, efharisto, grazie, arigato, takk, gracias, obrigado, spasibo, komsahamnida, dankie, aitäh, salamat, danke, toda raba, xie xie, tapadh leibh, tack ❤️ You can now also enjoy our recording of Agnus Dei (in 3D immersive sound) on streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music and Google Play: open.spotify.com/track/5bMyN3AEGrmJLpfnPuxXQv
Это произведение одно из лучших в мировой классической музыке, впервые я его исполнял в струнном квартете, с тех пор постоянно слушаю эту музыку, она есть бесконечная красота мироздания и человеческого духа во всех его проявлениях!!! Гений Самуэля Барбера бессмертен!!
This is easily the most haunting and beautiful choral arrangement I’ve ever heard. Thank you God for giving me good ears to hear this masterpiece with!
When I listen to this wonderful song, my whole body breaks down, liquefies, the impression that every voice vibrating pierces my heart. I am nothing more than a small insignificant thing, a bubble that hovers ready to explode as I am so upset. Tears flow, I'm like anesthetized. A huge BRAVO to this set so perfect that knows how to transport us to the highest heavens, whether we believe in God or not Quand j'écoute ce merveilleux chant, tout mon corps se décompose, se liquéfie, l'impression que chaque voix en vibrant me transperce le coeur. Je ne suis plus qu'une petite chose insignifiante, une bulle qui plane prête à exploser tant je suis bouleversée. Les larmes coulent, je suis comme anesthésiée. Un immense BRAVO à cet ensemble si parfait qui sait nous transporter au plus haut des cieux, que l'on croit en Dieu ou pas.
@@2000UlmModernes Oh Dominique, je pense, du moins je l'espère que nous sommes bien plus que deux à être émus aux larmes mais tout le monde ne laisse pas de commentaire ; n'ose ou ne sait traduire ce qu'il ressent. Qu'en pensez-vous ? Pour ma part, j'ai besoin de mettre des mots , des images sur ce que je prends en plein visage quand j'écoute une musique, une chanson ou autre
I think of the speech Charlie Sheen gives at the end of the movie "Platoon" "I think now, looking back, we did not fight the enemy; we fought ourselves. And the enemy was in us. The war is over for me now, but it will always be there, the rest of my days. Those of us who did make it have an obligation to build again, to teach to others what we know, and to try with what's left of our lives to find a goodness and a meaning to this life."
We are very sorry for your loss, Marco. It is humbling and profoundly moving to know that our recording could bring you and your loved ones consolation.
--- October 2024: enjoy our newest video, Charles Hubert Hastings Parry: There Is An Old Belief --- ua-cam.com/video/ODfkZHnuSiM/v-deo.html
13 million views, wow ❤🤩😮 Thank you all for your beautiful comments, emails and letters, they all mean a lot to us! They have inspired us to create more videos, so check out our channel for a whole new series of a capella gems under our label Vocal Fabric! Bedankt, merci, thank you, hvala, kiitos, shukran, mahalo, efharisto, grazie, arigato, takk, gracias, obrigado, spasibo, komsahamnida, dankie, aitäh, salamat, danke, toda raba, xie xie, tapadh leibh, tack ❤ You can now also enjoy our recording of Agnus Dei (in 3D immersive sound) on streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music and Google Play:
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just lost my wife to Covid, I first kissed her 29/6/60, she was 15 and 2 days, we have been inseparable ever since, she was a Lamb of God.
We are so sorry for your loss, Malcolm. We hope music will bring you some comfort in these difficult times.
Malcolm Gray: Sorry for your loss. May the Lord be with your wife.
minhas condolências meu amigo :(
Malcolm, there are no words, nor notes, nor thought that can express your grief. I lost my partner of 23 years very unexpectedly a year ago March, he was 54. While the grief eases with time, it will not vanish. Music can amplify grief for some or give a transcendent escape from grief for others. Give yourself the time and space you need. Sadly we take our sorrow with us to our grave; our love and wisdom can be left with the living as her love was left with you.
@@VlaamsRadiokoor May God bless you, and comfort you your sorrows.
My husband just died and I listen to this piece so I can be with him in Heaven.
We are so sorry for you loss, Ted, and we hope music will help you heal. Big hug from Belgium.
God bless. Don't feel alone. God's with you. ,🙏
🙏 l pray that you find peace
🙏🏻🙏🏻🙏🏻😢
So it is
“Lamb of God, Who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us.”
....and grant us peace in our day.
Amen, especially me a "chief of sinners"
Amen. I am glad to see another person giving Jesus credit and praise. I think God appreciates our praises in these dark times. Keep on shouting the glory of Jesus to the world my friend. Bless you from a baptist in Canada.
He has risen and he is returning. See you around, or see you in paradise.
Darren
@@planes3333those are the words in English that the choir is singing in Latin from the Holy Sacrifice of the Mass (Traditional Latin Mass). Many composers throughout the centuries have composed inspired by the Agnus Dei.
@@gazdela6951 Oh thanks for the update on the history of this ammaaazing song of honoring the great Jesus, my lord and savior.
Lamb of God,
you take away the sins of the world,
have mercy on us.
Spare us your god bullshit, Please !!
@@f-xdemers2825dont you see how sad it is that you comment that? I wish you the best and hope, that you reflect on your words. Just because you don‘t feel God yet, doesn’t mean that He isnt with you.
Keep your imaginary friend for you and stop trying to transmit your delusions to others. Stand up and try to think by yourself.@@Ferdii615
@@Ferdii615 Your imaginary friend has nothing to do with the creativity of the living. You have no comprehension of life. Stay blind and delusional but try to not communicate your mental atrophies to others.
@@Ferdii615 Your imaginary friend has nothing to do with the creativity of the living. You have no comprehension of life. Stay blind and delusional but try to not communicate your mental atrophies to others.
Back about 15 years ago I was a young punk rocker. My academic supervisor dragged me out to a classical vocal concert. Honestly the soloist were amazing but not my cup of tea. Then they all came on stage to sing this. I tell you I literally melted, I had such a physical reaction to this, I could barely stand up afterwards. The chills on the major to minor changes just literally melts me. This is amazing.
I'm right there with ya! I listen to this, Metallica, Pavarotti, Misfits, Lanza, Kaufmann, Slayer....I get it!! ❤❤
Yes, and at the risk of sounding crude: that note that crescendos is truly a music climax that feels like a climax. In the most holistic and holy sense of the word. A release of self to God.
Frisson.
I'm coming late in life to this style, but love the work of Pat Metheny and Lyall Mays. When I hear this style, I can't help imposing in my imagination the complement of a jazz bass.
@@xxanimallover43verxx21 Dokken, Blue Oyster Cult, Megadeath, Killing Joke. I get it too!!
When we are born this should be played.... when we die this should be played.....
I've written instruction that the string version be played at my funeral. But I didn't know about this masterful choir production...THIS is what I want played so I'll be changing my instructions. This is just stunning. Much respect to Vlaams Radiokoor. Now I have to find it...hoping it's available.
rigth ,de acuerdo
Definitely on my list to be played on loop while I am dying...
I personaly prefer in between those two...😀
@@kristofverschueren2069 HA! Of course!
I,m listening to this with tears dimming my ability to type. I am 89 years 0ld and my first born son is taking his final breaths , I,m seeking comfort in these beautiful, divine pieces . He is a victim of FTD . Please pray for him. Thank you.
Praying now! I had to bury my little masterpiece. If angels can sing like this on earth, imagine the choir of angels that will pray for you! Jesus heal this family!
@@jackimohr1 Thank you for your kind remarks. may God continue to bless you
The Lord Jesus heal your heart. The Holy Spirit send comfort to you. The Father keep you forever in His hands and heart.
@@marymacdonald6807 Thank you for your kind words, it will be a year at the end of this month and I still hurt. May our Lord and savior bless you and you family.
Como estão as coisas hoje?
I am a bit of a broken person. I am free of tobacco for about 6 years and I gave up opiates 15 months ago. This is really spiritual for me and its choking me up. Jesus is so awesome.
☦️☦️☦️
In the time of trump, America needs this
We are all broken, friend. All of us! Read James 5:14-16. God strongly promises to save(heal), raise up, and forgive those who confess To One Another! Not those who confess to God alone. Community and vulnerability in Christianity is mandatory for victorious living. God bless you! Have you gone through Celebrate Recovery? It's for those with hurts, habits, and hang ups. Isn't that all of us. When I went through it to deal with my anger I found it was liking getting a steam cleaning of my heart, rather than just a sweeping. Much love.
@@RoxaneFields5700 Hey I did go through some celebrate recovery and also celebrate freedom.
I am somewhat of a misshapen ball of clay. Meaning some areas of my life have a lot more maturity than others, and I have some immaturity in other areas. Where as many people are more well rounded.
Yeah for some reason I don't seem to have much of a personality that tries to hide my sin, shame and guilt. I can just as easily tell someone about my sins and regrets as another person tells a friend about what they had for coffee.
This is both good in being transparent but its also bad in that I lose trust from people.
King solomon tells us to be wise and not just blab about whatever we feel like, to be wise and prudent.
Bless you
from canada
Darren
see you around online, anytime you want prayer ask or I will see you in paradise.
Wonderful work!
Who else listening to this gem in 2021?
It is one of the most beautiful pieces of modern classical music and what a sublime recording.
Listening 5/5/2021
me over and over again
Aly :Me and believe me a lots of good people listen this beautiful music.
Listening 4 june 2021, 15h30, sunny afternoon, This piece is sometimes called Adaggio for Strings, !!! Love from France.
Eu
I have read many comments on this piece. That's one half of the coin. The other half is how professional singers have to be to sing this piece to such perfection. As a member of a highly acclaimed professional choir, I have an idea of how much effort and work goes into forming a choir like this - work that is far too little appreciated, especially as a master of this craft is the director here. Restraint, power, stamina, huge arches carved out, intonation, tricky invervals and harmony changes - this piece is much harder to master than it might seem, and this choir masters this piece in a truly extraordinary way. My greatest respect!
I’m Japanese and Buddhist. I usually watch this video to heal my heart.
This song consoles you no matter what you believe in faith.
I hope everyone is in full of happiness and stay with your Gods.
P.S.
I was surprised to see so many responses to my comment when I revisited this video after a long time. I want to clarify that I am not in any way denying everyone's beliefs. Whether one believes in God or not, I believe that it is a freedom and right given to all people. To me, this song feels like one that heals the soul, transcending countries and beliefs. The world is currently experiencing wars, and it's very distressing, but I hope all of you reading this comment will find happiness. If you are in a difficult situation, I pray from a corner of Japan that you will be freed from it. With all my love, I wish for happiness for people all around the world.
the catholic gregorian song/music make people's heart quiet, it's like the meditation in Buddhist.
Yes no words
won't see you in heaven, sorry.
@@ege9458 "the bible is massive evidence for Jesus", then you need massive evidence for Bible
Jesus é o Caminho a Verdade e a Vida Eterna
O Cordeiro de Deus que tira o pecado do mundo 😇
This has 111k+ likes. After my daughter passed away I started seeing 111 everywhere. I feel her presence when I listen to beautiful music like this and these numbers make me feel like she's here with me now 💓
Thanks god for my healthy ears can hearing this...
yes, God is great
jedifrogmstr lmfao
Thank natural selection. As a teacher of deaf children, I find it as awe-inspiring and majestic as this magnificent music :)
Frissons
Very thankful for your blessing Lais...
When I was young and foolish, I scoffed when my father said that the human voice was the greatest of all musical instruments. I am older and wiser now
@@hector_number1281 =)) Totally agree!
William Byrd (1539/40 -1623 )quote"there is not any Musicke of instruments whatsoever comparable to that which is made of the voyces of Men, where the voyces are good, and the same well sorted and ordered.
You know that old saying "it's a shame that youth is wasted on the young", or something like that.
sir may I introduce you to the "Nose Flute"
# im 40 and this is deep
Im an atheist.....and still this touches my soul and reduces me to tears...RIP my mother and brother....may the universe show you wonders everlasting
It touches you because irrespective of our beliefs, (or lack of them). We are spiritual beings who can be moved by beauty.
Merci de ce partage depuis la France. Soyez béni au nom de Jésus christ. Qu il nous protège dans les épreuves. Amen 🙏
Ce chant était la seule chose qui m'apaisait quand j'allais voir mon papa à l'hôpital, en 1998.
Je rentrais à la maison, m'allongeais dans le salon, sans lumière, et ce beau chant me bercait, m'apaisait.
Aujourd'hui, je viens de perdre un ami que j'ai accompagné 5 ans dans la maladie. Je n'ai pu lui dire au revoir, étant moi-même à l'hôpital. C'est encore cette musique qui m'accompagne et m'apaise.
Merci. Alléluia !
Quelle forte y belle temoignage! Merci...Peut etre la raison que cette musique t'a apaisee est que ses vibrations s'etendent jusqu'aus cieux les plus lointains. Cette musique et voix humaines celestes touchent les esprits divins lointains et autours de nous. Quand tu papa mourut et toi dans l'hopital, vous etiez connectes tout de meme et vous le savez, parce que les emotions que ces sons sacres eveillent guerissesnt les blessures.
Jesus a dit: plus ou moins: Vous qui souffrez, venez a moi et je vais vous soulager''.
Maintenant, on doit tous ecouter cette musique parce que les temps qui s'annoncent seront plus que troublantes et ces voix continueront a nous transporter vers le Haut. Et ce Haut nous donnera la force a passer toutes les epreuves.
Es un bálsamo para el alma
J’espère que vous allez bien 🙏🏻
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This is the closest thing we have to the music of angels in Heaven...
Yes, if angels exist. That is human creations, like gods and evils.
@@keplergso8369 Well, to me good and evil are not hypothetical or theoretical, they are real. And I accept the testimony of people in the Bible about God and Jesus as reliable.
On the question of "angelic music" -- I was speaking quite literally; I have heard of near-death experiences which speak of angels singing in a way that there are very few or no pauses and the sound is rich beyond measure. I hope you can have an open mind about these things.
@@MrStiffie123456789 This is a man who wrote this music. Do you think he was a stupid guy, and that he was owned by a devil or a god when he composed it ? Are you crazy ?
@@keplergso8369 Unfortunately, it's not possible to have a polite, respectful, and open-minded conversation with people like yourself.
@@MrStiffie123456789 Sorry, but I am fed up with gods, angels, evils, everywhere and about any subject, even music. If some gods or some evils decide for us and are the sources of our good or bad actions, or of human creativity, we are all puppets of obscure forces, you are right, no conversation is possible. Regards.
Certains compositeurs ont ce rare privilège d'être inspirés par Dieu...
Pauvre vous, croire encore au pere noel a votre age,
@@f-xdemers2825 le ciel n'existe que pour ceux qui y croient. Si vous n'y croyez pas, libre a vous. Conserver son libre arbitre est un privilège
I am an european classical snob. But this is by far the best American piece of classical music ever composed. So beautiful.
If it helps ,it was written in Italy by Samuel Barber who was studying there.But this piece is for everyone,tuly universal in appeal.
Agreed
Bloch Schelemo?
Im not from USA but as a people they can do such an amazing things..
Mostly in the darkest hours
Only singing, no Instruments
I'm Muslim and this song take me so far. I don't know how to explain my feelings but juste I feel like I'm safe and protected by God the one and only. In other way l feel like I'm flying like an angel in the sky directly to heaven. 😍😇
the only explaination for what you feel is this one: you are a human being
please come to watch ran to see God itis4peace
Sounds don't know any religion, because they're natural just as we are.
Jesus is the only Way ... The rest are all counterfeits .. All of them .. There is No Interfaith.. and there is No Abrahamic covenant outside of Jesus ..
He is Savior Messiah King Forever ..... ~ Matthew 24:14 And this Gospel of the Kingdom shall be preached in all the world as a witness unto all
Nations and then the End shall come ~ Romans 10:17 So then Faith comes by hearing and hearing by the Word of God ~
Galatians 2: 8-9 For its by Grace ye are Saved through Faith and that not of yourselves; it is the Gift of God and not of works lest any man shall boast~
1John 2:22 who is liar but he that denies Jesus is Christ? he is AntiChrist that denies the Father and the Son
23 he that denies the Son the same hath not the Father; he that acknowledges the Son hath the Father also ~
John 14:6 And Jesus said unto him I am the Way the Truth and the Life No man comes unto the Father but by me ~ ..
1John 5:12 he that hath the Son hath life: he that hath not the Son of God hath not life ~ John 3:16 For God so loved the world that
He gave His only begotten Son that whosoever believes in him should not perish but have everlasting Life ~
John 3:3 Truly Truly I tell you except a man be born again; he cannot See the kingdom of God ~
Galatians 3:28 There is neither jew nor greek; there is neither bond nor free; there is neither male nor female in Christ For ye are all One in Christ
29 And if ye be Christ's, then are ye Abraham's seed and heirs according to the Promise John 8:58 Truly I tell you; Before Abraham was; I am ~
Romans 10:9 That if thou confess with thy mouth the Lord Jesus Christ and believe in thine heart That God hath raised hi from the dead
thou shalt be Saved10 For its with the heart man believes unto righteousness: its with the mouth confession is made unto Salvation ~
John 10:9 For the thief comes not but to steal kill and destroy 10 But I am come that ye might have Life and have it more abundantly ~
1Timothy 2:5 For there is One God and One mediator between God and men the man Christ Jesus 6 who gave himself a ransom for all to be testified
in due time ~....Receive Jesus.. He hears You when you Pray ... Ask him for the Holy Spirit Baptism .. Be ready for eternity ..
Tiyaya Coco... Yes Your heart is the one that holds you free
Lost my beautifull wife
Never forget kissed her lips for the first time
In my heart you stay forever
We are so sorry for your loss 🫂
I am single, never had such a long lasting love... but i cried reading this beautiful comment, listening to this divine piece, may her soul rest in piece.
After one month in a coma, my beloved Father passed away during the night in March of 1993. As Director of my University Art Gallery, I had to immediately install an exhibition before flying with my wife for his funeral. I had heard this hauntingly sublime, all choral music previously. Somehow as I was working alone in the silence of midnight, I had an image of my Father's coffin slowly--as if in slow motion--circling gracefully as it made its climb to heaven, accompanied by Barber's Agnus Dei as sung so emotionally here with serene beauty. I knew then that my dear Dad was at Peace. And so was I. The incredible power of great music, just one of the many legacies this wonderful man left to me. A vision of grace and eternal Love.
We are so sorry for your loss. Thank you for sharing your story with us ❤️
I have cancer. This really helps me.
You will win this battle
I send all my love ❤
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I had cancer , I beat the shit out of it and I am sure you will do the same, I am with you. Love from 🇨🇦
God bless you
Listen by heart: The world may be perish, but the kingdom of God emerges through music and spiritual gifts. He is already here. The Lord will lead us through. Pray for wisdom and qualified spiritual leadership. Something is at the end of the beginning.
I have been listening to this for hours, sitting in spirit with my brother as he lays dying, on the other side of the country. I am there with him, can see and feel angels all around him, tenderly lifting him up, drawing him through these exquisite harmonies farther into radiance of the Divine, welcoming him home after a lifetime of suffering. Thank you for the beauty, energy and devotion you have made available in the world to everyone who finds their way to this video.
God bless you and your brother, may you both find peace in God's loving arms 🙏❤
@@pollybarnes4703 He crossed the threshold at midnight. I am in the joy that comes with glimpses of the immense release, unbound light and joy that are forever his now, never to fade. Celebrating -- with all who knew and were privileged to love him -- the inordinate triumph of his life and soul. I am not sad; I need no condolences. I am happy for him. Any tears and sorrow come and go with a bittersweet awareness at the mystery of how all of that beauty stands in bold contrast, and yet is inextricably part of, the conundrum and sorrows of the human condition that we who are left behind still live at the effect of.
He is in ecstasy beyond our imagining, free at last in the immense magnitude of his purified soul.
Well done, Dearest Brother! What a triumph your life has been.
We celebrate as you claim the radiance and lightness of being that is your soul, who you truly are and always were. As you move into endlessly deepening streams of Divine revelation and delight, we know you will be blessing us, guiding us, if we only hold our hearts open to you and the grace you seek to share. WE LOVE YOU.
Go, Go, Go with all our love. Go freely into the great, welcoming light of your true home.
❤️
@@annshannon3657 Absent From The Body...Now Present With Our Lord...Prayers For Peace & Comfort...
What a beautiful letter. , I hope you will find your own peace . this message was written on a Christmas tree card next to the spot where I was putting my card after my brother died " Even in times of unbearable struggle always remember you are not alone . We are all much more resilient than we believe we are "
This is by FAR the greatest piece of music ever composed. I close my eyes and I imagine hearing God's angels singing this as I'm slowly leaving this earthly body where I'm faced with the tunnel and light at the end. I have no fear but a unrecognizable peace. All my lifes memories are played at the sides of me one final time as I walk towards this this irresistible desire to walk faster to this light. I smile at the memories that had faded from my mind. The light grows closer and closer until I'm engulfed in perfect light, peace and love and my eyes focus on our risen Savior. He reaches out His hand for me and I am now home and I am truly truly loved. Eternity has just begun....
Not to take issue with your statement that Barber’s Agnus Dei (Adagio for Strings) is the greatest piece of music ever composed, because IMHO there are Many pieces that would qualify for possible inclusion in that list…. But here’s one you might not have heard that I PARTICULARLY LOVE. And there are others too. ua-cam.com/video/nn5ken3RJBo/v-deo.html
Tied for "greatest" with Beethoven's 9th symphony, choral movement. --- IMO, it's the only piece of music (that I know of) that reveals resurrection. This one sure comes close. A peace beyond all comprehension. Dank u wel, Vlaams Radiokoor!
yes i agree. Once i heard a recording of real angels singing after a church meeting and it was like this
it's a white people thing.
WHAT DO YOU MEAN? ARE YOU SAYING THAT RAP CRAP IS NOT THE BEST MUSIC EVER WRITTTEN IN THE HISTORY OF MANKIND? WHERE IS YOUR SENSE OF
DIVERSITY?????????????
This is the most beautiful song I've ever heard 😭😭😭
God bless you for saying that. As indeed He did, has and will.
it’s demonic .
@@johnfresno8494 perhaps you'd explain, as if you're right millions have already been distracted. Unlikely that anything dark can resist the words and the sentiment of the above.
same!!
Ava Marie - hitman version
The first time I heard this I was driving on the New Jersey Turnpike. I was so awestruck I pulled over onto the shoulder to cry.
It still moves me to tears.
same...
Did you get a parking ticket; that'd make me cry😅
I’m familiar with Barber’s Adagio For Strings but never heard Angus Dei . I was crying like a baby . Angelic Voices accompanied by Angelic Strings . There definitely has to be a synergy with a higher power when Barber and who created these vocals . Must be the Angels
Without wanting to sound a bit stupid, what is the difference between the two? I have heard Barber’s Adagio For Strings many times. @@tonycandela-eo3fb
@@tonycandela-eo3fbAgnus Dei . . . Lol 😅
A choir with angel voices and with an extraordinary director … that make feel transported to heaven.
Thank you ☺️
trzymaj się współczuję Ci straty❤
John the Baptist spoke these words to the people when baptising Jezus ; behold the Lamb of God, that shall take away the sins of the World (Agnus Dei in Latin) (John 1: 29 )
The words sung are ;
Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis ' 'Lamb of God, who taketh away the sins of the World, take mercy upon us'
Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, dona nobis pacem' ' Lamb of God, who ..., grant us peace'
Stay safe everyone. Wherever and whoever you are .... 🙏🏼
Thanks
God's Everlasting Mercy..is needed Now..more than ever.¥
Thank you
@@christinamacneal6187 you better not rely on that
Gracias, desde el corazón.
One of the ladies is pregnant. It made me think of my daughter who passed whe she was 1 year old. She would be 17. And my 2 sons I almost lost I am grateful for them. God is Good.
God is perfect in everything he does
Your beautiful daughter is waiting for you in Heaven🙏 Blessings to you and your Godly influence on your family.
@@dangerkitty123 amen😇
My 3y older brother (59) past away 3 years ago ...still a lot of emotion ..but somewhere also a lot of gratitude..
@@ranranrudy8416Im so sorry. Know he’s in a better place ☺️ I will be praying for you.
At 90 years of age, I am still moved by the sound of God's words being sung to us by the human voice.
I cry many tears for my voice can no longer lift itself to praise my God. How sad it is to not be able to sing anymore because of age. Oh dear God, forgive me.
To the ears of God all voices are beautiful, I am sure, and all voices are faltering croaks of frogs. I take comfort in knowing that the hand that made the croaking of frogs and loves them, also made me and my voice. The earnest love in our hearts is the true beauty. I hope that you find ways to still give the wisdom and love from your years to others, and that others can feel the glowing eternal youth of your beautiful heart when they know you.
You need seek no forgiveness. God knows what is in your heart and hears you sing with full voice. Be at peace.
Shraga Blaustein
I love you
@@Twisterjoe wow praise be to God. We are like a big family on here. Praise the only one God
You can still sing in your mind and heart. The song of the righteous is a prayer unto God.
Latin
Agnus Dei, qui tolis peccata mundi,
miserere nobis.
Agnus Dei, qui tolis peccata mundi,
dona nobis pacem.
English
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world,
have mercy on us.
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world,
grant us peace.
Thank You*
Thanks for that. ✌🏼
I have listened to this 1000 times and will continue another 10,000. One of the most beautiful pieces of work. I love the strings version but those voices and the dissonance is so emotional. It raises and lowers my blood pressure at the same time. Gorgeous!
I agree, but I think you mean resonance not dissonance?
es ist so schön so wunderschön .
To me Adagio for strings evokes a somewhat sorrowful feeling. The choral version evokes a numinous and uplifting feeling. I think both are my favourite pieces of all time. So far...
Touches my soul 😊
@@ellenashton9468 how could it not? It’s because you have a good one. Enjoy.
A taste of heaven, inspired by God. This is so beautiful it's beyond words and touches the soul deeply.
I sing in a choir in England. I have not heard a more perfect rendition of Barber's Agnus Dei. The phrasing, the dynamics, the harmonic blending, the breath control, everything about this performance was superb. I congratulate you on a most beautiful performance of a most beautiful piece of music. Prachtig!
Thank you, S R!
please come to see I ran to see God Itis4peace
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Amen
For those who voted thumbs down...you must be devoid of emotion. How this piece cannot affect your soul is unfathomable to me...
You have to have a soul in order for it to be affected.
Those who voted down were muslims for sure
To those who do not understand, they shall mock.
I agree this feels like music from the heavens and moves my soul
@@u0aol1 You are blasphemous and disgusting!
What a beautiful religion we had. We can eat what we want, we can drink what we want. We just have to love God, Jesus (who takes away the sins of the world) and, above all, one another. So sad that we threw all this out of our lives and our society.
Thank you for this heavenly performance. Pax vobiscum from Leuven, Belgium.
Never too late to return to the eternal love of Jesus Christ.
Erm we don't HAVE to love God at all. It's a choice. Personally, I'm a non-believer but I'm also a sacred choral fan purely because I love the harmonies. And no it's not "God speaking to me," it's a talented composer ;)
we can eat what we want, we can drink what we want 😆😆🤣🤣
Incredibile come penetrano nell' anima tutte queste voci 😢❤
Having been greatly moved by the kind words of many people far and wide, I should like to add some of mine: My Wife Denise spent most of her last year in a Care Home nearby, she was hit badly by Covid there a year last November. After lockdown in February last year she was isolated in a bedroom and from then I was unable to see or speak to her. Last November she contracted Covid there again and succumbed in just a few hours. All I ‘got back’ was her corpse in a coffin, and the same thing happened to many thousands in this Country. Before my life with Denise, which began in 1960 - we wed in 1966 - from 1947 I had a platonic friend, Carolyn, she was five years old and I wasn’t quite five! Carolyn passed away on the IOW a few weeks ago, and so ended my companionships with two of the loveliest Ladies imaginable, and they were close friends with each other. They were both cremated, so the greater proportion of them, just water, is up there somewhere in the clouds, and my philosophy is that when “Raindrops keep falling on my head”, it is the two of them saying “Hello”. When, in Churchill’s wartime words “In God’s Good Time” it is my time to “Slip The Surly Bonds of Earth”, words by Spitfire Pilot John Gillespie Magee Jnr., I will join my two Ladies, probably on a ‘High And Windy Hill’, then with them on each arm, stroll along an endless beautiful beach in Cornwall with its music of the sea and children playing, heading for a distant village bakery which produces perfect Cornish Pasties - Manna indeed! I have plenty to occupy my mind with a real prospect of longevity, and I subscribe to Tennyson’s “Tis better to have loved and lost than never to have loved at all”, however there is a constant need for ‘loss adjustment’. Accordingly, with the indulgence of you Mr. Choirmaster and ‘your’ illustrious Choir, every time I listen to their memorable rendition of Barber’s Classic, I like to think I can hear both my Ladies’ creditable soprano voices. Whilst Gielgud’s “This Imperfect World” in ‘The Scarlet and Black’ film apply particularly to today, I commend for you, dear Reader, these words in a poem by Alexander Pope “Hope springs eternal in the human breast”. And I have these words for my Ladies, wherever they are, by Hope himself : “ Thanks for the Memories”. And finally, at the end of Dicken’s classic ‘A Christmas Carol’, Tiny Tim’s words : “God Bless Us, Every One”.
By now you also know that you continue to say “Goodbye”. It happens unexpectedly: the line between a memory and a vision blurs and that awkward combination of love, sorrow, and joy takes control. It passes quickly. Once again you say goodbye.
Music that we listened to together, such as this, sometimes creates that response. As a chorister, music that I sang and moved my partner, has become music that I feel I am singing to God and my partner in the same setting. As we sang the final “Jerusalem” in rehearsal of Faure’s Requiem (the at will make up the majority of our All Saint’s Day service), I said goodbye again..
Not a single instrument, only human voice! Marvellous!
Vien Doduc n
Hmm, I see and hear 24 instruments here. :)
The lesser the musical instruments in a sacred song the more musical and marvellous it sounds.
The second most beautiful sounding instrument which Our Good Lord , I believe, inspired to be made is the violin.
The most beautiful instrument , the human voice , He made.
AMDG
The human voice is an actual instrument...
This is THE BEST Agnus Dei recording. Ever. Exceptional artistry.
The one from Homeworld is better imo
There's another recording of an exceptional set of singers - VOCES8, different, even more Godlike, but hey, they ARE Gods in a way, so they aren't really comparable.
Suoni, voci per l'anima... Per chi ne ha ancora una e l'ascolta ogni giorno, tutti i giorni della propria vita...
In this sad , angry and scary world this is pure bliss, This gives me hope and comfort. Thank You 😘 Sending Love and Light to everyone.
You sap
Thank you.
Oh ! It's Belgian choir, I was surprised to realise it after clicking.
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So I guess I’m not the only one to cry through this video. 😘
@@theruleoffire you are in more company than you think.
Imagine hearing this live in a cathedral. 😭
It gives me goosebumps even listening on the computer. I've heard sublime music in a church and it was out of this world.
Estava tocando na catedral de Madri em homenagem aos mortos pela COVID 😔🙏
If this was not a cathedral before, it is now.
It might be a celestial experience🌼
@@jamesjohnson9996 Actually, it's a very worldly building in a very worldly neighbourhood. An art déco gem that resembles a cruise ship breaking into a city square. But great acoustics.
I'm in awe listening to this at my computer, I cannot imagine the feelings welling up in me if I were to have been in that hall. My parents never brought me to stuff like this but I will start going alone, this enriches a person's life, not the empty pop movies people spend money on nowadays. I want to feel lucky to be alive after a performance.
A very good decision!
Indeed; a wise decision, well reasoned !
I would agree with you 100% this is glorious
Find a High Latin Mass near you and hope the choir is as good as this one. God bless you.
There's more my friend. Much more. Start exploring inspirational music. I was in choir for twenty years and learned many difficult pieces. But the Agnus was the ultimate.
I have listened to this probably 300 times in the last 5 years. It is unspeakably beautiful. It takes my breath away every time I hear it. I am not a religious person but if God gave angels a choir on earth they would kneel in admiration of this. I am lost and bewildered and sat in absolute awe by this performance. Thank you from the bottom of my heart.
Jesus loves you ❤
Thank you for your moving words 💜💜💜
Me too man
The song is indeed very beautiful, but the concept, the reality even more so. Just think, "Lamb of God, you take away the sins of the world"! There is shining hope for each of us, thank you Jesus Christ!
Could not have said it better myself!
I have never heard anything more beautiful.
This is a very beautiful song, but in my opinion Hymn of the Cherubim is the nearest divine thing that s human composed, what do you think?
It’s just beautiful, listening from New Zealand, God‘s blessing and peace to those people around the world that are crying in deep hurt, and pain
The only real peace comes from God in our lives.✝️
Frankly the pain may be in almost all of us.
Although I have faith in the beloved, loving, merciful Trinity, and hence the truth of the New Testament, I always found 1 John 5:19 a tough one.
But how can I doubt the honesty of John, who knew the great joy and aid brought to us all by Jesus, yet still wrote what he wrote?
Amen
Spare us your god bullshit, Please !!
Surprising? When you've lost all your hopes, faith in God yet when you hear this chants, choirs, hymns you can truly feel the holy spirit entering your cold heart giving you strength.
May God watch over he childrens
In the name of the father the son and Holy spirit amen.
Spare us your god bullshit, Please !!
This is a masterpiece.
It brings peace upon the soul.
Already 3 million views - we are overwhelmed by all the beautiful reactions. Thank you!
Fantastic, beyond words.
Piękne.
Well Deserved ! No surprise ...
Please keep on the good work.
Thanks / chr.
Wonderful performance.
The music is wonderful and you are a choir of angels. Every time I'm at the pc, I listen to you: thanks for the emotions you give me. Greetings from Italy.
Même si l’on ne croît pas en Dieu comment freiner une telle émotion en entendant un tel chant ! Il est si lumineux !
Merci à tous vous avez été sublimes❤️
The sea lapping on a gentle sand makes a wave on the unconscious.
RAYMONDEFOUANON YOU ARE SO BEAUTIFUL ADORABLE SEDUCTIVE RAVISHING SENSUAL SEXY CAPTIVATING AND PASSIONATE MARRY ME ❤
Grace à son Esprit Sain. Grace à Jésus vous aimez cette musique
UPDATE: we are excited to announce that this winter our recording of Agnus Dei (in 3D immersive sound) will be available on streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music and Google Play.
Already 5 million views - we are overwhelmed by all the beautiful reactions. Thank you! And check out our new video in the Vocal Fabric series!
Thank You!
Why wouldn't there be 5 million views. It's absolutely sublime
Waarschijnlijk omdat het gewoon een fantastische uitvoering is. Jullie vlamingen zijn gewoon te bescheiden😁😁
very noice
brings tears to my eyes every time listen .
First Christmas without my mother who died in January and feeling really depressed, but while I can't seem to stop crying this song is in a way comforting. Thank you for posting this, you guys are amazing.
😥 Courage
Sending you love and strength x
DEP
REST IN PEACE
Brother or sister, keep on putting one foot in front of the other. I lost my mom in April, and there are no words to describe that pain. It's like an amputation - we can go on living, and we can live a happy and full life, but it will never be the same.
If you'd like to talk more privately and just share stories about our moms because they were amazing women, let me know and I'll link my Facebook profile so you can message me.
We don't deserve the women God puts in our lives, but boy am I thankful that God saw fit to bless me with my mother anyway.
Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us
Dünyanın günahlarını ortadan kaldıran Tanrı'nın Kuzusu, bize merhamet et.
Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, dona nobis pacem
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, grant us peace
Dünyanın günahlarını ortadan kaldıran Tanrı'nın Kuzusu, bize barış sağla
Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, miserere nobis
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, have mercy on us
Dünyanın günahlarını ortadan kaldıran Tanrı'nın Kuzusu, bize merhamet et.
Cordero de Dios, que quitas el pecado del mundo, ten piedad de nosotros
Agnus Dei, qui tollis peccata mundi, dona nobis pacem
Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, grant us peace
Dünyanın günahlarını ortadan kaldıran Tanrı'nın Kuzusu, bize barış sağla
Cordero de Dios, que quitas el pecado del mundo, danos la paz
Amin
Amen
In Portuguese: Cordeiro de Deus, que tira os pecados do mundo, tem piedade de nós. Cordeiro de Deus, que tira os pecados do mundo, dá-nos a paz.
In Spanish: cordero de Dios que quitas el pecado del mundo, ten piedad de nosotros.
Cordero de Dios que quitas el pecado del mundo, danos La Paz.
Arguably, one of the greatest songs ever written. It makes you question why, on everything
I think the title of the song is a great hint
Actually this is originally written as an adagio for strings, not a song (although nothing can beat the human voice). Enjoy the instrumental piece here: ua-cam.com/video/WAoLJ8GbA4Y/v-deo.html
The best❤
Yes but can you slam dance to it?
@@lisapotter3052 I actually prefer the choral version- but then, I am an ex (as in retired) chorister, so the sort of singing I loved doing myself.
I first heard this watching the Viet Nam war movie “Platoon.” The tears just welled up, it touches your inner soul deeply. I still can’t listen to it without getting the same reaction. Music is so powerful.
Music is food to the soul. I'm having a banquet.
Beautifully put. Thank you.
God is beauty, God is good, God is all.
I have another version of this absolutely magnificent piece of Heavenly music. It is by the choir of St John's College, Cambridge, but this version is by far the best one I've heard. Comparing the two I think that it is better suited to adult voices and this choir is amazing for their calm, relaxed rendition. The ladies are awesome esp the sopranos carrying the high notes. The clarity is so good. I have to stop watching and listening now.... getting late. There , I've pressed play again. Can I be blamed for that? It is pure serenity....
Any god dont exist :)
J'ai rarement entendu quelque chose d'aussi sublime. La cohésion des voix est juste parfaite.
Et la vidéo est d'une beauté qui rend hommage au chant.
Bonjour, je suis comme vous. On frôle la perfection. Divin et intense. Tout est juste, puissant et subtil à la fois. Un moment de grâce.
Écoutez miserere c est sublime😢
C'est bien vrai ! ... Moi qui suis plutôt baroque ... cette pièce " moderne" :-) est merveilleuse ... Je peux écouter ça en boucle ... comme pour la 3ème Gnossienne d'Eric Satie ... tiens une autre oeuvre moderne :-)
Je pense que la plus belle chose écoutable ( à part Bach 😁 ) est le Miserere d'Allegri ... J'écoute cette version 50 fois de suite et j'en ai mal tellement j'ai pleuré et que je n'ai plus de larmes ...
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Très beau !
Beautiful, Thank-you Jesus Christ, maker of the voice to sing and the ear to hear. How worthy you are of our praise, and what joy awaits those who believe, repent, and trust in you.
Crying as i am watching, remembering my dear father who just passed away. What a lovely piece of soul searching music
I actually have a playlist of funeral music, for my funeral, since I want all the music I like being played. This is on the list.
Requiem aeternam
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im so sorry for you're loss
RIP
Joseph Quintano: Sorry for your loss. There's peace in heaven.
juste sublime. merci infiniment à tous les interprètes, au chef de choeur et bien entendu au génial Samuel Barber. gratitude.
Samuel Barberá falleció en 1981
Voice is a powerful and soulful instrument.
And people say they never see any miracles.
Oh yes they do.
For me one of the most beautiful pieces of music ever
Me too
I've been a part of a huge choir singing this and it's magical to be a part of. Makes me miss choral singing!
"Lamb of God who takes away the sins of the world grant us Peace" My go to piece of music when i feel troubled.
You'll be ok me old matey;
Yes, that is what our world needs, peace.
God so loved the world . . . Thank you Blessed Trinity for what you have given, do give and will give to our longing souls. Jesus, help us to follow thy Way.
Spare us your god bullshit, Please !!
This Music is so transcendently beautiful! I am happy to be alive to hear it!
FearlessDreamer3 . Hemels!
A beautiful part of being Human!
If you die you will hear directly by the querubins.
Don't you think the heavenly choir will sound even more beautiful ?
I don't know if that is possible
Je ne peux m'empêcher de repenser à la première fois que j'ai entendu cette pièce. C'était, comme pour un bon nombre de personnes de ma génération sans doute, lors de la sortie sur les écrans de "Platoon" d'Oliver Stone. J'avais 16 ans, et sans parler du film lui-même, déjà tragique et déchirant, je garde encore intacte l'émotion pure et instantanée que j'ai ressentie à sa première écoute, dès la séquence d'ouverture du film. Bien sûr, c'était une version synthétique, rejouée et enregistrée avec un clavier, mais déjà, la partition me frappait au cœur sans que je sache vraiment pourquoi ni comment l'expliquer. Quelques années plus tard, je découvrais bien sûr le chœur initialement prévu, ce qui décupla mon ressenti émotionnel, en particulier lorsque je la vis et entendit interprétée en live. Mais ce n'est que lorsque j'eus atteint une certaine maturité après avoir embrassé une carrière de musicien professionnel que j'en saisis la véritable teneur. Je compris alors pourquoi adolescent j'avais été tant bouleversé par elle. Depuis, systématiquement, j'ai toujours veillé à retrouver ce sentiment brut, vierge de toute connaissance, de toute analyse, de toute pensée, lorsque j'écoute un morceau de musique pour la toute première fois. Je dois cet automatisme à M. Samuel Barber, auquel je veux rendre hommage ici par cet humble commentaire.
Bravo au Vlaams Radio Koor et à M. Marcus Creed, son chef de chœur pour cette magnifique interprétation, ainsi qu'aux techniciens son qui ont fait un remarquable travail de captation et de mixage.
J'ai été très ému quand j'ai eu la chance de participer moi même à l'exécution de cette merveille; la même émotion me reprend quand j'entends cette belle interprétation. Merci aux généreux interprètes!
tellement
In my opinion, by far the best version of this already beautiful piece. Thanks.
Did anyone else's love for the original Homeworld game end up bringing them here all these years later? I had never heard Adagio For Strings before, and certainly not Agnes Dei set to it. Classical music was a big interest to me at the time, and this song has always moved me more than almost any other.
Kind of! Homeworld was one of those "Oh wow...!!" games for me that really shaped me in a way. It sounds kind of weird, but to me, that game is a piece of art, perfectly composed. And the music was a big part of it, because it gave space (the space) the theatrical partner to its breathtaking endlessness. This piece was the most stunning of all and at first I thought "what the fuck, somebody composed this for a video game and it's SO good!". Of course, I later found out that this wasn't the case, but it was the first classical music cd I ever bought :)
I was in 4th grade, maybe even 3rd and I played the demo and I knew that song was special.
omg just found this.....stunningly beautiful....Its what i expect to hear when I finally get to heaven
I have listened this probably a hundred times. I will keep on listening. It is one of the most beautiful songs I have ever heard. The choir members all put their heart into this. Thanks for putting this on youTube.
Sicut Cervus or Nimrod are at least so good as this piece.
I agree, you feel it in your soul
May i suggest you also listen to The Miserere Dei.. Truly uplifting!
De acuerdo
@@peterdoyle66 You mean "Miserere mei"? Which one? By Allegri? Byrd?
One of the most complex professions in the world is a maestro that can put such a chor singing in different voices, with such harmony and soul... I am delighted !!!
It's easy. Organized & arrangement.
In the midst of this horrible and defining pandemic these strains bring hope and peace--of something beyond the horizon and all this distance and death. Something larger than ourselves--something quieting, the sound of a still small voice? Lamb of God, who takes away the sins of the world, grant us peace.
Your comment is faith filled and profound. Thank you.
I'm nodding in agrrement.
Traditional Church music is divine !! we should keep it that way
Because the Holy Spirit is as He is, '
and blows where He will,
non-church music occasionally achieves transcending divinity too.
If you are willing, give a try to:
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ua-cam.com/video/Oextk-If8HQ/v-deo.html
or even:
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i hope this is what i hear as the Lord welcomes me into his kingdom and to be reunited, like so many of us hope for. If anyone else os struggling with grief, it does get better. hurts like heck, but we get through these things, us humans!! theres still joy & hope, if we can still find it, most days!!! 💯🙏❤️❤️🙏
💔 ❤ thank you I feel the same with the heavy burden of losing my partner after a 19 Year battle terminal illness in and out of remission. I know our Lord heals all souls and I accept that it takes time.
Reduced to tears. This music is celestial, spiritual and if there is a God, that God gave this music to us all.
There is.
You may need Peace of mind or Happiness or Joy or not . you may want to listen to my voice reading QURAN less than a minute!! you can close your eyes if you want
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please give me your reaction wishing you all the best and peace
There is a God and that is why we get gifts like this..., I think. Feliz Navidad.
@@gulag19 Frohe Weihnachten!
There is
A piece that breaks my heart and mends it, every time I listen. Timeless, achingly beautiful.
Ah😢
J'ai écouté ce vidéo des centaines de fois et ce n'est pas fini. Je suis persuadé que c'est la pièce de musique préférée des anges là-haut.
Rest in peace for all the people who have passed away from this terrible virus that is sweeping across the world
does not this peace make you aware of whom we've lost? I feel the same.
the virus is a scam
Hospitals are empty
Nurses dancing in teh halls
Tests are fake
Deaths are falsely attributed to CV, even suicides
Wake up.
stop whining about this damn virus every single place on the internet, damn it! even if you believe the irrational death data "because of corowanirus" it's still only twice as much as ordinary flu! shut your fckin mouths already!!
@@mmccrownus2406 and what would the agenda be behind that?
the world leaders conspiring behind our backs like "oh yeah lets break the world economy for fun that sounds like a great plan guys!!" is that what you think?
if anybody should wake up its you, you clearly are living under a rock.
@@mmccrownus2406 that's you, who shall wake up.
Takes my breath away. This is what Our Culture gave the world.
Truly, music to the ears; mind, body and soul.
Not YOUR Culture! Samuel Barber with his intelligence and sensibility. He contributed to Humanity as a whole regardless of any other distinction than being humans. He elevated the souls of millions.. Don't reduce him to YOUR culture... Please.
@@krynski1 you came to listen to a song about christ and spread hate. i think you need to examine yourself.
@@krynski1 Rather ridiculous statement. Culture shapes us all. A song inspired by Christianity which existed for over 2000 years and music which has been refined and honed since the dawn of man. If Samuel Barber was born 3000 years ago, he would likely have taken the trade of a barbarian.
God, who is creative, has given His creation just a tiny spark of that creativeness. Thanks be to God!
When I was young, I sang in the Choir at Bath Abbey with my school chior. We sang the Messiah. It was beautiful. I still think about it 50 years later.
Simplesmente lindo meu sonho e poder um dia ir a um concerto deste ❤❤❤ 🇧🇷
Difficult to find the right words for this performance of Barber's Agnus Dei. Marvelous. Sublime. Serene. Truly legato. Suave, polished, elegant, and lovely.
Thank you so much!
What do you want to say?
In the spring of 1970 my high school choir visited another school. We performed this piece perfectly. What an experience that was! Unfortunately, we never recorded this piece. It exists only my memory. Such a beautiful thing here on earth.
Was that your altimate experience? Or just musically?
@@gavinguitar2194 Sticking to the subject of music - In 1969 my high school choir traveled to Europe. We spent a week in Freiburg, Germany. We performed our own concert in the city park, and then participated in an international choir fest. In life, having married, having a son, then a daughter, seeing them married, having four grandchildren. I continue to sing in my church choir.
7 million views 🤩 😮 Wow, thank you all for your beautiful comments, emails and letters! Bedankt, merci, thank you, hvala, kiitos, shukran, mahalo, efharisto, grazie, arigato, takk, gracias, obrigado, spasibo, komsahamnida, dankie, aitäh, salamat, danke, toda raba, xie xie, tapadh leibh, tack ❤️
You can now also enjoy our recording of Agnus Dei (in 3D immersive sound) on streaming platforms including Spotify, Apple Music and Google Play:
open.spotify.com/track/5bMyN3AEGrmJLpfnPuxXQv
Welcome to the internet :p
GRACIAS a uds por esta tremenda pieza. Siempre vuelvo a escuchar cuando lo necesito.
Never saw so many different thank-yous in my life. Proudly recognized fourteen. MIL gracias!
Simply magnificent.
@@thomasrhodes2989 Every. Single. Time. I hear this gorgeous Agnus Dei and I weep.
Это произведение одно из лучших в мировой классической музыке, впервые я его исполнял в струнном квартете, с тех пор постоянно слушаю эту музыку, она есть бесконечная красота мироздания и человеческого духа во всех его проявлениях!!!
Гений Самуэля Барбера бессмертен!!
This is easily the most haunting and beautiful choral arrangement I’ve ever heard. Thank you God for giving me good ears to hear this masterpiece with!
Yeah, it is quite remarking.
Amen!
Yes. Father. Thank You.
Yes. Father. Thank You.
I feel the passion of our lord and savior when I hear this. Thank you
Merci. Ce chant est d'une telle force & d'une infinie beauté.
Respect. 💕
When I listen to this wonderful song, my whole body breaks down, liquefies, the impression that every voice vibrating pierces my heart.
I am nothing more than a small insignificant thing, a bubble that hovers ready to explode as I am so upset. Tears flow, I'm like anesthetized.
A huge BRAVO to this set so perfect that knows how to transport us to the highest heavens, whether we believe in God or not
Quand j'écoute ce merveilleux chant, tout mon corps se décompose, se liquéfie, l'impression que chaque voix en vibrant me transperce le coeur.
Je ne suis plus qu'une petite chose insignifiante, une bulle qui plane prête à exploser tant je suis bouleversée. Les larmes coulent, je suis comme anesthésiée.
Un immense BRAVO à cet ensemble si parfait qui sait nous transporter au plus haut des cieux, que l'on croit en Dieu ou pas.
Lise , nous sommes au moins deux à être emus aux larmes 😀
@@2000UlmModernes
Oh Dominique, je pense, du moins je l'espère que nous sommes bien plus que deux à être émus aux larmes
mais tout le monde ne laisse pas de commentaire ; n'ose ou ne sait traduire ce qu'il ressent. Qu'en pensez-vous ?
Pour ma part, j'ai besoin de mettre des mots , des images sur ce que je prends en plein visage quand j'écoute une musique, une chanson ou autre
Lise your commentary is divine ...!
@@herculanogaspar7809
Oh ! Thank you very much. I need to put words on my feelings, my emotions
I think of the speech Charlie Sheen gives at the end of the movie "Platoon"
"I think now, looking back, we did not fight the enemy; we fought ourselves. And the enemy was in us. The war is over for me now, but it will always be there, the rest of my days. Those of us who did make it have an obligation to build again, to teach to others what we know, and to try with what's left of our lives to find a goodness and a meaning to this life."
SE SZEBB! JOBB NINCS! Köszönöm a feltöltést!
Какая музыка, божественная и поют тоже - фантастика! Открыла для себя такого композитора, чудо
The incomprehensible love of God, to give His only begotten Son as the perfect sacrifice (Lamb of God), so that sins may be forgiven.❣️
For me, this song so beautifully captures the purity of God's love and the pain he feels when we reject Him and push his forgiveness aside.
I played this at my fathers dedication service. He fought pancreatic cancer this song is a true tribute to him. Thank you for posting this on youtube
I wish u a lot of strenght with the loss of yr father,u really chose a superb song,sung by amazing singers...i am sure he was happy with it.
We are very sorry for your loss, Marco. It is humbling and profoundly moving to know that our recording could bring you and your loved ones consolation.