VOCES8 - Lux Aeterna (Nimrod)

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  • Опубліковано 22 гру 2024

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  • @渡邊裕子-x3z
    @渡邊裕子-x3z 9 місяців тому +22

    いい歌です。合唱しました。
    一緒に歌った友人が、コロナ期間で会えないなかで病気で天国へ。葬儀でこの曲を流しました。

  • @DaveOFly
    @DaveOFly 4 роки тому +381

    This provides me comfort tonight, on the passing of my father. Thank you.

    • @withlovefromrussia
      @withlovefromrussia 3 роки тому +21

      May he rest in peace.🕯😔

    • @michaelmartin9090
      @michaelmartin9090 3 роки тому +19

      May he rest in eternal light, peace and joy

    • @RaySpainPlayer
      @RaySpainPlayer 3 роки тому +8

      Dave, my father is gone too, but he lives inside me every day.

    • @antonylaws6554
      @antonylaws6554 3 роки тому +13

      This was played at my Mum's funeral. It gave me comfort too. x

    • @harvwileman5608
      @harvwileman5608 2 роки тому +7

      May his memory be for a blessing. I lost my mother five months ago. Coincidentally my teenager had sung this (the top soprano part) just a few months before.

  • @rexn617
    @rexn617 Рік тому +53

    Absolutely nailed it. I could listen to this on repeat for eternity.

    • @mikebasil4832
      @mikebasil4832 Місяць тому +1

      It’s a most beautiful affirmation of how the human voice can be a musical instrument all its own.

  • @joycepurchase2225
    @joycepurchase2225 Рік тому +26

    This was a great favourite of my late husband. Played at his funeral and I now turn to it when I need solace and remember my loving husband. Magnificent choral work.

  • @stephenbaker7079
    @stephenbaker7079 3 місяці тому +8

    When I worked in Central London, I used to pop into this church to hear free 'dinner time' music - always something to appreciate, but this is exceptional.

  • @chettiblueyes
    @chettiblueyes 4 роки тому +203

    “It is cruel, you know, that music should be so beautiful. It has the beauty of loneliness of pain: of strength and freedom. The beauty of disappointment and never-satisfied love. The cruel beauty of nature and everlasting beauty of monotony.”
    - Benjamin Britten

    • @franklinstein8176
      @franklinstein8176 3 роки тому +2

      Thank you for sharing this quote Caryn. I would love to include it in my mother's funeral order of service, but I think it best to keep it for my own personal meaning, as it really captures so much about my relationship with my mother.

    • @johnkruspe7290
      @johnkruspe7290 2 роки тому +1

      Gorgeous and profound.

    • @martharichler6672
      @martharichler6672 2 роки тому +1

      thank you

    • @wimvanmoerbeke
      @wimvanmoerbeke Рік тому

      not only music : The English patient is a fantastic and cruel movie

    • @cristinabasei870
      @cristinabasei870 Рік тому +1

  • @sarahtownley8744
    @sarahtownley8744 Рік тому +85

    As we left the church at my darling husband’s funeral I had this recording played. I cry every time I hear it but i need to hear it every day - it gives me hope.

  • @andrewelliott1939
    @andrewelliott1939 Рік тому +16

    This was the recording that introduced me to VOCES8 as I searched for a version of Nimrod. I have been following VOCES8 ever since and I keep coming back to this recording.
    It is utterly sublime and so moving.
    It would be one of my Desert Island Discs - if I am ever famous enough to be invited onto the programme!! 😏

  • @johncraig2623
    @johncraig2623 Рік тому +4

    To me, Elgar created the most amazing shimmering sound in this movement. It seems perfect to go with this sacred text: eternal light. Typically, Voces8 delivers a profoundly brilliant performance.

  • @rupertpitt9021
    @rupertpitt9021 3 роки тому +57

    Our father has just passed away. I find this music so beautiful. He loved Elgar.
    “When I hear music I fear no danger, I am invulnerable. I see no foe.” Henry David Thoreau

  • @sixwingsram
    @sixwingsram 10 місяців тому +7

    Love your work. Elgar is smiling in heaven❤

  • @jibranmallam-hasham1022
    @jibranmallam-hasham1022 Рік тому +14

    Lux aeterna luceat eis, Domine, cum sanctis tuis in aeternum, quia pius es.
    Requiem aeternam
    dona eis, Domine,
    et lux perpetua leceat eis.
    (May light eternal shine upon them, O Lord, with Thy saints forever,
    for Thou art Kind.
    Eternal rest
    give to them, O Lord,
    and let perpetual light shine upon them.)

  • @songbird6414
    @songbird6414 3 роки тому +223

    To those who are unfamiliar with music, this song is ridiculously difficult to get through. Each part acts as it’s own beast, and you must not only know YOUR part, but everyone else’s part to a T for it to pay off the way it’s supposed to. This is a beautiful performance, made all the more impressive by the difficulty of the piece.

    • @elilallak3809
      @elilallak3809 Рік тому +9

      Chamber music at its finest

    • @TerryBoydPhoto
      @TerryBoydPhoto Рік тому +3

      I completely agree. But, I would venture that this is true of all singing bar solos. I make a point of knowing everyone's parts.

    • @buffplums
      @buffplums Рік тому +3

      I guess if some thing is worth the challenge then it’s worth doing it well. What a beautiful performance.

    • @jimmyl324
      @jimmyl324 Рік тому +6

      Played this at the end of my mothers memorial service. Everyone was saying “What is this ? It’s so beautiful.

    • @u1zha
      @u1zha Рік тому +3

      The hardest part of singing this in my choir I think was getting the long phrases smooth and not dying from the excruciating interval jumps. Of course you need to know others' parts to know when your beat is. (Dunno why but there indeed are many people who blissfully count their long note's length in their own head, disregarding what's happening... even soloists. So it's definitely a skill that some have to work for.)

  • @jonathantardifmusicalrefle3661
    @jonathantardifmusicalrefle3661 2 роки тому +31

    This is giving me consolation and solace as I, like many, process the passing of Her Majesty.
    Thank you, Ma'am, for everything.

  • @namekal6000
    @namekal6000 2 роки тому +39

    My mother died this week. This came to my rescue. I have always loved the Elgar original, and this choral arrangement is sublime as a Requiem. Thank you for a magnificent performance.

    • @jan-pietervanwaasbergen2441
      @jan-pietervanwaasbergen2441 2 роки тому +3

      May this music comfort your soul and guide your mother to her eternal light and peace, greetings from the Netherlands.

    • @namekal6000
      @namekal6000 2 роки тому +1

      @@jan-pietervanwaasbergen2441 Thank you so much. That means a great deal to me.

  • @tommelling8177
    @tommelling8177 Рік тому +22

    The most beautiful rendition of this masterpiece ever recorded in my humble opinion!

  • @marcelmargolis2928
    @marcelmargolis2928 5 місяців тому +8

    my soul floats upon the notes of the sopranos even though as a tenor I could never reach such heights but this is heavenly to listen to over & over

    • @mariansaines5021
      @mariansaines5021 3 місяці тому

      ❤👊🏽🤗

    • @cloudydazeeee
      @cloudydazeeee Місяць тому

      The tenor line is gorgeous!! Tenors have some beautiful parts in choral music, and so do basses as well. 💛✨

  • @easyas314e
    @easyas314e 4 роки тому +79

    I return to this recording again and again and again, and I’m stunned, humbled and refreshed every time.

    • @heatherleslie5874
      @heatherleslie5874 3 роки тому +6

      Yes, I do the same and my response is also the same. It is an exquisite piece.

    • @ceejaysmith6910
      @ceejaysmith6910 Рік тому +3

      It's simply sublime. I can't get enough of it.

  • @JPJMando
    @JPJMando 4 роки тому +35

    There are not enough superlatives. Nothing but perfection from the best vocal group on the planet. Bravo.

  • @davelee8961
    @davelee8961 3 роки тому +35

    Always a beautiful piece, but this rendition, by these 8 people, is stunning.

  • @SarahHarris-hx6ec
    @SarahHarris-hx6ec Рік тому +6

    Your talent is off the scale! Just magic!!

  • @mikebasil4832
    @mikebasil4832 Місяць тому +3

    Glorious. Thank you all, VOCES8, so much. 🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹🌹

  • @sylviasimpson3280
    @sylviasimpson3280 6 місяців тому +7

    Remembering all lost at Sea, a beautiful rendering. From
    RN Veteran UK 🇬🇧.

  • @riverwildcat1
    @riverwildcat1 4 роки тому +86

    Sublime. Inimitable. Perfect. God touching this world.

    • @kenwbrenner
      @kenwbrenner 4 роки тому +5

      Thanks Gregory - the Lord's gift of voice in action.

    • @chettiblueyes
      @chettiblueyes 4 роки тому +5

      Yes... I’m weeping listening to this.

  • @debbie94510
    @debbie94510 3 роки тому +22

    That last note sounds like a great organ with all the stops pulled out. Incredible.

    • @davidfrench3190
      @davidfrench3190 2 роки тому +2

      Indeed! Compare it with Diane Bish’s rendition on the great organ in Texas. Completely overpowering are both works.

  • @fgbowen
    @fgbowen Рік тому +2

    3:36 - WELL-now... THAT. was Wonderful.
    Light Eternal.
    Thanks you Jesus for Grace!!

  • @martharichler6672
    @martharichler6672 2 роки тому +10

    So pure, such discipline. I love this version.

  • @spannerman7359
    @spannerman7359 3 роки тому +8

    Just wanted to say thank you. I’ve just returned from my grandmother’s cremation service and this was the most beautiful piece of choral music I have ever heard. I chose this piece for her last journey down the aisle before her body departed from this world. Thank you VOCES8. Love to you all. ✝️✡️

  • @AndrewRudin
    @AndrewRudin 2 роки тому +9

    As you look and listen it's almost impossible to believe these sounds are coming from mere mortals.

  • @joefagan9335
    @joefagan9335 3 роки тому +10

    What an incredible pleasure it is to listen to these amazing singers!

  • @ianmarsden8568
    @ianmarsden8568 Рік тому +2

    Came here via their recording of Underneath The Stars - Kate Rusby and it goes without saying I'm glad I did. What a pleasure to hear this arrangement, I'm obviously aware of the verison played on Remberance Sunday, but to hear words put to the music is thrilling and so so moving. I also appreciated the touching Comments. Perfect & Thank you and peace to you all.

  • @abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz9097
    @abcdefghijklmnopqrstuvwxyz9097 6 місяців тому +2

    I love this song. My highschool choir performed this song and it was beautiful to sing.

  • @LyndaCarthy
    @LyndaCarthy 10 місяців тому +3

    Exquisite, the pleasure of listening to this never dims, thank you so much

  • @johnfenner347
    @johnfenner347 2 роки тому +7

    A most wonderful recording. It can’t get any better than this !. Absolutely Marvellous.
    Great beauty. Such sounds. Grateful thanks.

  • @garywait3231
    @garywait3231 4 роки тому +59

    Exquisitely beautiful interpretation of this imaginative setting of "Nimrod" (Enigma Variations). Though the text is from the ordinary of the funeral mass, the theme of eternal light is singularly appropriate for these challenging times. Profound thanks for this lovely musical offering.
    Later -- two years later. Christmas Eve 2022 -- and again and again I return to this inspiring amalgam of text and music. At now 82, and mostly housebound, it is musical settings and renderings such as these.that keep my faith alive in my silent solitude. Thank you, Voces 8 for your inspired musical ministry to a rather derelect former choirmaster and chorister. Christmas blessings to you all!

    • @RobertChastain
      @RobertChastain Рік тому +3

      Garywait3231, you have perfectly expressed my personal thoughts and I adopt your heartfelt comments as my own. Thank you, Voces8, and warm wishes to all the other former choral directors and singers, especially those who might be homebound or living with physical impairments. God bless you and keep you in the palm of his hand.

    • @garywait3231
      @garywait3231 Рік тому +2

      @@RobertChastain : My heartfelt thanks, and best New Year's wishes to you, for your kind words. And thanks to groups like Voces 8 who give us such a blessed foretaste of the music of the spheres!

  • @katerinawhitley2706
    @katerinawhitley2706 3 роки тому +4

    Perfect. That last word Requiem sung by Voces8 is the most beautiful sound imaginable.

  • @MrIanmmackay
    @MrIanmmackay 10 місяців тому +4

    Absolutely Heavenly 💖🎶

  • @jraldne1
    @jraldne1 2 роки тому +8

    Well...as far as I am concerned...this performance for me; that there's just no other...THANK YOU!!!...THANK YOU!!...THANK YOU!!!!....

  • @mnalneagl7423
    @mnalneagl7423 Рік тому +3

    Of the Voices in particular: The only Superlatives I could add to those already used in the comments: Vox Angelus
    Of the Room: We often say: "The Room is the other half of the Paino/Forte"; This Room uplifts, supports and enhances this spectacular sound (and am sure it's why they chose it over others)... No Coincidence. With all our Technology, it's still hard to say we've mastered the art/science of Room Crafting. Many Years of Good health and Joyful performances to all the crew!

  • @dansaunders7175
    @dansaunders7175 8 місяців тому +4

    wow...just wow. thankyou

  • @katespalding2134
    @katespalding2134 4 роки тому +22

    Superb, how do they make such beautiful harmonies that gel together so seamlessly. It is beyond words.
    Thank you so much

    • @altobud
      @altobud 9 місяців тому

      Yes it is beyond words- it’s music.

  • @TheRatsCats
    @TheRatsCats Рік тому +1

    I heard this on the radio a couple of weeks ago. Of course, I was quite aware of Nimrod, but not of the addition of the wonderful Lux Aeterna text. My dear friend, who is declining rapidly with dementia, totally fell in love with this setting, and is moved to tears whenever I play it for her. Between losing her, and my own mother's terminal illness, this arrangement not only provides beauty, but some comfort in the pain of loss.

  • @puppy1584
    @puppy1584 6 місяців тому +2

    Wow, simply stunning. Thank you.

  • @markabrice
    @markabrice 4 роки тому +9

    Just watched/listened for about the 97th time. Still wept.

  • @josephrayos8080
    @josephrayos8080 4 роки тому +41

    this is the sound of Heaven!

    • @kenwbrenner
      @kenwbrenner 4 роки тому +1

      Thanks Joseph - a very heavenly sound from a gift of God...

    • @OrareEt
      @OrareEt 2 роки тому +1

      Thats why its called Eternal Light

  • @filipdecorte2380
    @filipdecorte2380 7 місяців тому +5

    Prachtige muziek, deze vertolking door 8 zangers is adembenemend ❤

  • @gerhardoberlin212
    @gerhardoberlin212 4 роки тому +9

    Absolutely beautiful! Hard to exceed. Heavenly singing.

  • @keithbate9405
    @keithbate9405 Рік тому +3

    Sublime and haunting .
    One of the most beautiful and sad pieces of music I have ever heard. Perhaps only equalled by Samuel Barber's Adagio for strings.

  • @johnbrooks5705
    @johnbrooks5705 8 місяців тому +2

    Some music affects a certain part of the brain. The harmony and beauty of this piece always brings tears to my eyes, whether I am listening to it or playing it.

  • @adriansheldon7778
    @adriansheldon7778 2 роки тому +12

    This is what it feels like when a piece of music resonates with not only your heart but soul .

  • @susanpurnell2433
    @susanpurnell2433 3 роки тому +5

    So beautiful. I plan to have this at my funeral. Light eternal - perfect

  • @JonCPN
    @JonCPN 4 роки тому +10

    Always a moving beautiful piece, never imagined it could get even better. Already tingling, at 2:15 I think my knees went.

  • @StephenRCar
    @StephenRCar 3 роки тому +11

    As intimate and intense as "Nimrod" is in the orchestral version, the intensity is magnified and focused by an octet of choral voices. As of that weren't enough, the text of the prayer "Lux Aeterna" from the Latin Requiem Mass further sharpens the impact. This is powerfully unbearable in the very best of ways. Samuel Barber's "Adagio" treated similarly is on a par with this. This music and sound is almost too beauiful.

  • @earthlightsmusic2743
    @earthlightsmusic2743 3 роки тому +2

    The purest form of this piece yet, a way to take in its absolute essence.

  • @geek49203
    @geek49203 8 місяців тому +2

    Pure genius..... a gift of God. Thank you.

  • @Kate-t3f
    @Kate-t3f 3 місяці тому

    Only ever listened to orchestral, have to say this is just beautiful. Thank you.

  • @anthonydeacon881
    @anthonydeacon881 4 роки тому +2

    If I've commented before, I must again. I've heard VOCES8 several times live and they always stir something in me.

  • @billhoward7354
    @billhoward7354 6 місяців тому

    What a breathtaking and beautiful rendition of this well known tune. I stumbled across them by accident but am completely blow away.

  • @fjnaruwo28
    @fjnaruwo28 6 місяців тому

    What a wonderful harmony...especially last sound, it's like pipe organ.

  • @nordog55
    @nordog55 8 місяців тому +6

    We played this at my wifes funeral. Thank you all.

    • @natjap123
      @natjap123 7 місяців тому

      Eternal rest grant unto her, Oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her! And though the mercy of God, may all the faithful departed rest in peace. Hail Mary, Full of Grace… Amen.
      And may our Lord Jesus Christ and all the angels and saints, especially Our Blessed Mother, comfort you and pray for the repose of your dear wife’s soul. Amen. God bless you, brother!

  • @carrob666
    @carrob666 3 місяці тому

    Breathless.......spectacular. Just beautiful...

  • @Chris-hf2sl
    @Chris-hf2sl 7 місяців тому +3

    Perfect!

  • @gloriaivandavalossha
    @gloriaivandavalossha 4 роки тому +21

    ANGELS SINGING !!!!

  • @davidhinton8654
    @davidhinton8654 3 роки тому +2

    Always think there is a lack of appreciation for just how seamless is the performance… no matter the personnel, always flawless… just wow

  • @rubynew6669
    @rubynew6669 4 роки тому +5

    first second i listened to it in class beside my friend, I looked at her and she was so confused and concerned and my facial expressions, and I don't blame her, I am still awe struck 🤩❤️ i have always wondered if this piece had been arranged for a choir and here it is❤️

  • @sailingsam3815
    @sailingsam3815 4 роки тому +3

    Tears..sublime beauty

  • @kumarmangalampatravali660
    @kumarmangalampatravali660 4 роки тому +1

    Oh, England, England, artistically you are still far ahead of the continent! Love and regards!

  • @briankinnaman6532
    @briankinnaman6532 2 роки тому +1

    Breathtaking. It brings me such joy knowing beauty like this exists on earth and we have access to it when we need it.

  • @barrywhite1872
    @barrywhite1872 3 роки тому +1

    Just Amazing. Helping me through the loss of my Mum. Thanks guys, you're absolutely stunningly brilliant

  • @skypentraico4322
    @skypentraico4322 3 роки тому +3

    I'm not crying! YOU'RE CRYING!

  • @chrisneal5626
    @chrisneal5626 4 роки тому +7

    I find it impossible to describe in words how much this blows me away. Awe-inspiring, sublime, perfect, holiness personified, truly inspired by God, pure beauty, ecstasy and SO much more. Thank you SO much. You are beautiful. Praise God for evermore! 👍😇

  • @chuckkirkpatrick6712
    @chuckkirkpatrick6712 3 місяці тому

    No greater beauty in sound is there than the human voice in harmony with others.

  • @KingTateGreene
    @KingTateGreene 2 роки тому +20

    There are times when they sound like a full orchestra to my ears or like a perfectly pitched brass band… Nonetheless, the spiritual significance of what is happening here is tremendous and brings me to tears every time

    • @lisarispoli7184
      @lisarispoli7184 8 місяців тому

      It's the purity of tone an lack of vibrato. Just gorgeous.

  • @guitargirl7452
    @guitargirl7452 Рік тому +1

    Music washes away from the soul, the dust of everyday life.

  • @christelschmidt6950
    @christelschmidt6950 4 роки тому +6

    Ich liebe es. Dankeschön

  • @srelizabethmaryhermit6450
    @srelizabethmaryhermit6450 10 місяців тому +10

    For my 97 year old mother who just departed this life. Lux Aeterna!

    • @natjap123
      @natjap123 7 місяців тому +1

      Eternal rest grant unto her, Oh Lord, and let perpetual light shine upon her! And through the mercy of God, may all the faithful departed rest in peace. Hail Mary, Full of Grace… Amen.
      And may our Lord Jesus Christ and all the angels and saints, especially Our Blessed Mother, comfort you and pray for the repose of your dear mother’s soul. Amen. God bless you, Sister!

  • @FLOWERSANDSUNSHINE22
    @FLOWERSANDSUNSHINE22 Рік тому

    MAGNIFICENT!!! Right down to the height of the music stands. WOW!

  • @gipskull
    @gipskull 4 роки тому +1

    just wonderful. i cant stop listen to it one day after another ... very very nice ... love the soprano also very much

  • @mattmangan2076
    @mattmangan2076 3 роки тому +3

    This was peak Voces8 imo

  • @u1zha
    @u1zha Рік тому

    Thanks for reuploading, so I can like it twice

  • @thomashamela612
    @thomashamela612 2 місяці тому

    🌸🌸🌸🥰ありがとうございました❣️

  • @barrywhite1872
    @barrywhite1872 4 роки тому +1

    Moved - first to tears, then to action. Stunning.

  • @fredvacher3998
    @fredvacher3998 Рік тому

    Amazing ensemble and great moving music ❤

  • @grantgreenham2834
    @grantgreenham2834 3 місяці тому

    I don't know how this even possible with just human voices, it's distilled beauty! Unbelievable!

  • @jimrains4406
    @jimrains4406 4 роки тому +4

    I've never heard this done so well. Bravo.

  • @JuneWrench
    @JuneWrench 10 місяців тому +1

    Awesome

  • @cjp9627
    @cjp9627 3 роки тому +1

    if this doesn't dig deep into your soul and stir emotions.. you're not human

  • @messiasullmann
    @messiasullmann 4 роки тому +2

    Amazing!
    Superbe!
    Maravilhoso!
    Sound of heavens!
    Thank's for this eternal moment!
    🇧🇷

  • @ladytenor9876
    @ladytenor9876 4 роки тому +4

    I would like to have this recording played at my funeral.

  • @buffplums
    @buffplums Рік тому

    Breath taking thank you so much for sharing your beautiful performance x

  • @g79skyrocket
    @g79skyrocket Рік тому

    So, beautifully done. I can't help but weep listening to it

  • @Midlands94
    @Midlands94 Рік тому

    Beautiful rendition. 😊

  • @wycliffesbible1501
    @wycliffesbible1501 Рік тому +1

    Exquisite! Young people making such beautiful music gives hope that this troubled world has a better future coming, and harmony indeed can rule in this world and in our souls; Godspeed

  • @UkeOne
    @UkeOne 3 роки тому

    Masterful voices producing mind-blowing vocal control, balance and blend. VOCES8 infuse heart and soul while executing this so effortlessly. Thank you again for a beautiful performance.

  • @hubby00n6
    @hubby00n6 8 місяців тому +2

    This is quite magical ! Thanks a lot for an amazing piece! Her voice is perfect, sadly she left the group😢
    The sound is incredible!

    • @robertd4051
      @robertd4051 3 місяці тому +1

      Andrea the soprano 1, is still with V8

  • @RainerGlaap
    @RainerGlaap 3 роки тому +1

    Overwhelmingly beautiful! ❤️

  • @georgeparker7838
    @georgeparker7838 7 місяців тому +1

    Amazing.

  • @barbarabauling7513
    @barbarabauling7513 3 місяці тому

    These people have the voice of angels! x

  • @flowersL
    @flowersL Рік тому +1

    This so absolutely beautiful and It got me bit emotional
    I love singing more tbh and I also the instrumental

  • @tonywilliams2208
    @tonywilliams2208 4 роки тому +1

    Amazing performance.