Brokeback Mountain Suite - Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles

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  • Опубліковано 6 вер 2024
  • The Gay Men's Chorus of Los Angeles commissioned this haunting arrangement of songs used in the "Brokeback Mountain" film score, shown here in its premiere performance.
    Recorded live at the Saban Theater, Beverly Hills, CA, June 24, 2012.
    Arrangement by: Michael Alfera
    Artistic Director: E. Jason Armstrong
    Video by: James Roman
    Words and Music:
    He Was A Friend Of Mine Bob Dylan
    A Love That Will Never Grow Old Bernie Taupin, Gustavo Santoalalla
    Wings Gustavo Santoalalla
    For more videos and ticket information, visit: GMCLA.org

КОМЕНТАРІ • 154

  • @richardmoore3245
    @richardmoore3245 4 роки тому +16

    This makes me cry! I lost too many friends as well as my only true love to AIDS in the 1980’s. 😢😭😢😭😢

  • @cynthiajohnston424
    @cynthiajohnston424 Рік тому +5

    Still the most memorable rendition of the the movie's songs ... truly sung from the heart .

  • @truongnguyenphi3463
    @truongnguyenphi3463 7 років тому +18

    i come form Vietnam when i was 18 i saw Brokenback Mountian i was obsessed with the movie's moving story especially the guitar sound in the movie

  • @stephanielaurent3888
    @stephanielaurent3888 4 роки тому +15

    This is one of the most beautiful and poignant choir performances I have ever seen!

  • @davidgraham-parker
    @davidgraham-parker 4 роки тому +14

    Cried so much, thinking of the movie, their love, and watching the faces of these men who were so effected, obviously singing from experience. Thank you for posting this.

  • @almanook3005
    @almanook3005 7 років тому +19

    My friend is a super-conservative Catholic. I'm almost there. He loves the movie! My own experience was that when HL died, I mourned his loss in this way: I'd go to my favorite deep canyon in SC in any weather. Sometimes it was very cold, but I'd be there, alone, walking the dark trail in the evening, with the soundtrack in my headphones. After nearly two years, my broken heart started to mend. I wrote thank you letters to Jake G. and Willie N. And I could sing along with the cassette. My favorite is "The Maker Makes" by Rufus Wainwright. Didn't know his address. Wrote to Heath just before the Academy Awards. Told him his performance as Ennis was truly amazing, considering he had no models to emulate. Turns out he said he based Ennis on an ;uncle of his.

  • @WienerVL
    @WienerVL 6 років тому +5

    Holly shit....im crying!

  • @americogomez6435
    @americogomez6435 10 років тому +22

    I am getting goose pimples... these guys are AWESOME.

  • @FallMacedo
    @FallMacedo 6 років тому +5

    It was awesome! But the clothing gave me chills!!!

    • @ali-tube2967
      @ali-tube2967 3 роки тому +2

      I love the outfits, too! Looks so natural, so simple...adorable.

  • @Grampsrn
    @Grampsrn 8 років тому +60

    My heart's pounding and tears are flowing. This is more than breath taking.

  • @LifeInTheLastFane
    @LifeInTheLastFane 12 років тому +7

    Michael Alfera...you're way awesome. What an arrangement.

  • @VitayaSaengaroon
    @VitayaSaengaroon 10 років тому +12

    so touching,, from Bangkok Thailand.

  • @bearrrwillie1
    @bearrrwillie1 10 років тому +40

    Wonderful harmonies and so professionally done! It is wonderful to see a gay space like a choir so inclusive of all types of men and AGES! Keep up the great work. Big Aussie hugs from London!

  • @mchalonsbrowne
    @mchalonsbrowne 8 років тому +12

    Hauntingly beautiful. Amazing.

  • @frederickpledge7214
    @frederickpledge7214 6 років тому +7

    This choir cannot be bettered just superb.

  • @gerardmignon700
    @gerardmignon700 3 роки тому +6

    La chorale est fabuleuse, l'accompagnement musical tellement sensible, qu'ils dégagent tous une émotion incroyable.

  • @klwicksable
    @klwicksable 10 років тому +7

    Beautiful song - by beautiful people - love from the UK XX

  • @benheit7493
    @benheit7493 8 років тому +27

    amazingly beautiful and haunting.....so fitting on such a sad day in Florida....Love from North Dakota.

    • @n2sportz4u
      @n2sportz4u 7 років тому +1

      Ben Heit the Fargo-Moorhead GMC is doing this in their Spring Concert if you would want to come!

    • @benheit7493
      @benheit7493 7 років тому +2

      Scott Sincoff Wx how awesome is that!! when is it and I will try to make it! Love knowing that Fargo has a GMC. I would join if I lived closer. I used to sing in a barbershop chorus.

    • @n2sportz4u
      @n2sportz4u 7 років тому

      Ben Heit here's the link to the Facebook event facebook.com/events/424902967849745/?ti=cl

  • @lucindagaskill4519
    @lucindagaskill4519 7 років тому +11

    Couldn't you just listen to that theme song all day long ?
    😀🎶🎸🎹🎻🎬

  • @user-re3ql9pl8j
    @user-re3ql9pl8j 10 років тому +13

    amazing voice and cute guys

  • @Danny_Boy2023
    @Danny_Boy2023 7 років тому +10

    Truly beautiful...great arrangement...

  • @mntdewboy
    @mntdewboy 4 роки тому +3

    Willie's He was a friend of mine is just breathtaking! Awesome soundtrack!

  • @jhonisai9211
    @jhonisai9211 8 років тому +11

    immensely beautiful !!

  • @davidchenowith3479
    @davidchenowith3479 5 років тому +4

    Beautiful touching tribute. 💖🏞️🏔️

  • @ryo8781
    @ryo8781 8 років тому +8

    beautiful voice

  • @ChoirboyUK
    @ChoirboyUK 11 років тому +3

    This is really beautiful and the LA guys are really fit. BGMC chorus Brighton UK

  • @joecomer8275
    @joecomer8275 7 років тому +30

    If a song or performance of that song or songs moves one to an uncontrollable emotion, whether that emotion be joy or sadness, laughter or tears it is in everyway priceless. This has accomplished that with me!! Now all I have to do is think of the beauty of these songs and this performance of them and my heart will swell and the tears will flow!! Thanks for posting!!

  • @great9800
    @great9800 7 років тому +12

    Such a beautiful ballad. It takes you on a journey through the story.

  • @beaurzaiz
    @beaurzaiz 4 роки тому +7

    This is beyond beautiful... just... thank you... one word does come to mind: Unity... thanks again...

  • @francoo.m.
    @francoo.m. 6 років тому +7

    A Love That Will Never Grow Old - GUSTAVO ALFREDO SANTAOLALLA -
    Go to sleep, may your sweet dreams come true
    Just lay back in my arms for one more night
    I've this crazy old notion that calls me sometimes
    Saying this one's the love of our lives
    'Cause I know a love that will never grow old
    And I know a love that will never grow old
    When you wake up the world may have changed
    But trust in me, I'll never falter or fail
    Just the smile in your eyes, it can light up the night
    And your laughter's like wind in my sails
    'Cause I know a love that will never grow old
    And I know a love that will never grow old
    Lean on me, let our hearts beat in time
    Feel strength from the hands that have held you so long
    Who cares where we go on this rutted old road
    In a world that may say that we're wrong
    'Cause I know a love that will never grow old
    And I know a love that will never grow old

  • @ayusyz
    @ayusyz 6 років тому +12

    my dream of being in a choir

    • @slurrycane2838
      @slurrycane2838 4 роки тому +1

      Chen Frank most large cities around the world have similar choruses, I know in the US there are gay choruses for major cities and perhaps even smaller cities/communities. Check a city near you, you may be surprised finding one so close to you! :) best wishes!

  • @dickpotter6090
    @dickpotter6090 8 років тому +11

    Wow wow what beautiful arrangement /voices

  • @TVLILU
    @TVLILU 3 роки тому +3

    Absolutely amazing. 1

  • @robertfidler3019
    @robertfidler3019 12 років тому +5

    Just wonderful! I wish that I could sing with you all. Your sound is so moving!!

  • @RobertMaszczak
    @RobertMaszczak 11 років тому +4

    Extremely powerful,, moving, haunting. Our faces are America, diverse, different, the same. Super job!

  • @rumlemis
    @rumlemis 5 років тому +4

    You are all so beautiful. The power of singing makes the world a better place. Thank you for proving that.

  • @mrh-TO-Canada
    @mrh-TO-Canada 4 роки тому +3

    The power of those voices.

    • @GMCLAvideo
      @GMCLAvideo  4 роки тому

      If you're anywhere near LA, please experience that vocal power in person! Our next concert, The California Sound, is the weekend of April 4-5.
      gmcla.org/gmcla3/gmcla-concerts-and-events/season-41-the-california-sound/

  • @1079walter
    @1079walter 9 років тому +11

    A great arrangement done by the best male chorus (gay OR straight) that I have ever heard! Totally awesome! Thanks for posting it!

  • @harrymarkharris44
    @harrymarkharris44 6 років тому +3

    Wow. Just came across this. And the choir for the first tine. (Definitely won’t be the Last). Beautiful, amazing. Tears. X

    • @GMCLAvideo
      @GMCLAvideo  6 років тому

      Graham thank you so much - and if you're in the LA area, please come to The Pink Carpet on June 23/24 at The Alex Theater where the Brokeback Mountain Suite will be presented again as part of our LGBTQ look at Hollywood's movie history!

  • @jb1979ful
    @jb1979ful 12 років тому +4

    this touched me so deeply keep up the good work all of you hug and kisses to all

  • @beckyye7972
    @beckyye7972 6 років тому +6

    Beautifully done.

  • @fiveoctaves
    @fiveoctaves 11 років тому +1

    And exactly how many gay choruses have you witnessed performing this song over and over again? And if you don't care for covers then you miss out on all the interesting interpretations arrangers and performers have to offer.

  • @luigic6729
    @luigic6729 7 років тому +7

    Heath...r.i.p. I still missed U !

  • @duediligencedrag
    @duediligencedrag 6 місяців тому +1

    BRAVO...what a fantastic arrangement, and great talent.

  • @jOHNSMITH-lh1ce
    @jOHNSMITH-lh1ce 7 років тому +6

    Wonderful.

  • @oldsouthpaw
    @oldsouthpaw 11 років тому +3

    Loved It! Bravo Bravo from South Carolina!

  • @pauldunstan4495
    @pauldunstan4495 5 років тому +11

    Hearing such a large ensemble sing with such passion and commitment and yet so softly that the sound is like soft breath on my cheek sent shivers down my spine.
    Do you guys ever come to Europe or do I have to come to LA? I deeply admire you and the music you make. Love from Luxembourg. ❤

    • @erfette49
      @erfette49 5 років тому +1

      The chorus did two European tours, one in 1991 (Copenhagen - Denmark, Berlin - Germany, Prague - Czechoslovakia (prior to the country separating into two), Vienna - Austria, and Budapest - Hungary) and another in 1999 (Moscow, Saint Petersburg, Helsinki, Talinn, and Berlin).

    • @pauldunstan4495
      @pauldunstan4495 5 років тому +1

      @@erfette49 Thank you. Are there any plans for another European tour anytime in the near future? Of not, I'll just come to LA. More love from Luxembourg. ❤😉👍❤

    • @erfette49
      @erfette49 5 років тому +1

      @@pauldunstan4495 I left the chorus after 23 years in 2016 because I moved to AZ. I'm still connected to the chorus and as of now there are no plans that I know of for it to do another European tour in the near future. The chorus made a trip to NYC to sing in a joint concert at Carnigie Hall with other choruses hosted by NYC Gay Men's chours and next year they along with hundreds of other choruses from this country and around the world will be attending GALA, a chorus music festival attended by gay, lesbian, trangender and youth choruses from this country and from around the world. It will be in Minneapolis, I believe. so, they have been busy and will continue to be busy with their current concert cycle and the festival. Hopefully there will be another European tour in the future. But in the meantime, feel free to fly to LA for one of their concerts and enjoy it and the SoCal area while you're there. Cheers!!! And thanks for your interest in this wonderful men's chorus!

  • @JayWong1997
    @JayWong1997 8 років тому +8

    awesome!

  • @melisaez
    @melisaez Рік тому +1

    So heartbreakingly beautiful.

  • @tovenj456
    @tovenj456 9 років тому +7

    so emotion-filled.

  • @cycerodasilva4633
    @cycerodasilva4633 7 років тому +8

    Uma história de amor,lindo filme, parabéns !!!
    sentir pelo morte na vida real, que Deus tenha em sua mão.meus sentimentos​

  • @nicolepaola1
    @nicolepaola1 9 років тому +8

    Wonderful....i cry when i saw them!

  • @gallorico40
    @gallorico40 12 років тому +3

    Beautiful and haunting!

  • @carrotjuse
    @carrotjuse 4 роки тому +3

    That was beautiful. It had me in tears.

  • @samleroy2458
    @samleroy2458 3 роки тому +2

    I instantly got goosebumps- amazing!

  • @urj3442
    @urj3442 9 років тому +9

    ONE WORD - WONDERFUL.
    MY HEARD GETS OPEN.
    GREETS FROM GERMANY

  • @ElenathTinu
    @ElenathTinu 11 років тому +3

    This is amazing! Kind of magical!

  • @frederickpledge7214
    @frederickpledge7214 6 років тому +2

    just superb what a wonderful sound.

    • @GMCLAvideo
      @GMCLAvideo  6 років тому +2

      Frederick, thank you so much - and if you're in the LA area, please come to The Pink Carpet on June 23/24 at The Alex Theater where the Brokeback Mountain Suite will be presented again as part of our LGBTQ look at Hollywood's movie history!

  • @pieterzaandam
    @pieterzaandam 7 років тому +4

    Amazing, breathtaking!

  • @sixtiesmods
    @sixtiesmods 6 років тому +3

    Very Moving - Loved it

  • @TheAussieAnthony
    @TheAussieAnthony 6 років тому +7

    Truly this is hauntingly and profoundly beautiful. Got me right in the heart, all the way in Australia. Congratulations to all involved. Much love x

  • @velkanvalerius
    @velkanvalerius 5 років тому +2

    Beautiful timeless

  • @oceanmas6159
    @oceanmas6159 6 років тому +3

    Wonderful!!

  • @LeoStyleeez
    @LeoStyleeez 10 років тому +8

    so touching

  • @45Chaja
    @45Chaja 8 років тому +4

    Beautiful!

  • @michelzucchetti4778
    @michelzucchetti4778 7 років тому +3

    simplement magnifiiiiique ! Vous êtes géniaux! j'en ai des frissons d'émotion . From France!.

  • @EinesMonteagudo
    @EinesMonteagudo 7 років тому +4

    So beautiful and touching. Thank you.

  • @gunterlang1750
    @gunterlang1750 10 років тому +1

    the choir is absolut cool ! greetz from Europe/Germany

  • @johnwilson6971
    @johnwilson6971 6 років тому +2

    Beautiful guys forever. Love ya all

    • @GMCLAvideo
      @GMCLAvideo  6 років тому

      John thank you so much - and if you're in the LA area, please come to The Pink Carpet on June 23/24 at The Alex Theater where the Brokeback Mountain Suite will be presented again as part of our LGBTQ look at Hollywood's movie history!

  • @Theodorej1960
    @Theodorej1960 2 роки тому +1

    All's I can say is this......My brothers can certainly sing their hearts out!!! Touche` fellas!!!!

  • @Oldfortsoap
    @Oldfortsoap 4 роки тому +1

    Fantastic!

  • @trent8002003
    @trent8002003 10 років тому +3

    Just divine....

  • @hummingprophet
    @hummingprophet 11 років тому +1

    very touching, i like your sound

  • @policialsergio
    @policialsergio 7 років тому +5

    Que luxo. Lindo coral. Fez lembrar muito do filme e da triste história de Jack Twist e Ennis Del Mar.

  • @richardportman8912
    @richardportman8912 6 років тому +1

    This is beautiful.

    • @GMCLAvideo
      @GMCLAvideo  6 років тому

      Richard thank you so much - and if you're in the LA area, please come to The Pink Carpet on June 23/24 at The Alex Theater where the Brokeback Mountain Suite will be presented again as part of our LGBTQ look at Hollywood's movie history!

  • @frederickpledge7214
    @frederickpledge7214 6 років тому

    these boys match anything from Wales the land of song. Just superb.

  • @GfcVdK
    @GfcVdK 9 років тому +7

    Una preciosidad. Nonme canso de oirlos y llorar. Cómo me conmueve este soundtrack y qué buena interpretación. ¡Gracias!

  • @davidmurphy667
    @davidmurphy667 10 років тому +14

    This is awesome. I love it.

  • @passivdevot45
    @passivdevot45 9 років тому +7

    Wow! Can`t stop to hear this Medley. Also the other Songs from the GMCLA. Special the Its get Better-Song True Colours and He aint heavy, He´s my brother. Had Tears in my Eyes. Im very proud of you, Gents. I wish, we have a Choir like you here in Germany. But who knows, what will happen in the Future. Maybe i find one in Germany or i go to the US and supports you

  • @jairoantoniomendez5506
    @jairoantoniomendez5506 10 років тому +2

    Hermosa Version de la Cancion de ese Super Clasico "Brokeback Mountain" y Con Hombres Homosexuales del Coro de Los Angeles

  • @paolagiachelia1661
    @paolagiachelia1661 4 роки тому

    Ho visto il film quando è uscito al cinema e sono rimasta incantata. Ora ascoltando questo coro credo che ne sia il completamento. Vi abbraccio. Form italie

  • @acacm12
    @acacm12 11 років тому +1

    Love love love , made my eyes well up :))

  • @robertoneves319
    @robertoneves319 3 роки тому +2

    Adoro este Coral... Gostaria de cantar com vozes - voz = baixo. Parabens, sucesso.

  • @Teddybearboy
    @Teddybearboy 11 років тому +1

    This comes closer to serious choral music than most gay men's choirs do though. Sure, it may be the soundtrack to a gay movie, but the arrangement is pretty universal and pretty devoid of any trace of camp.

  • @AryaKaiba
    @AryaKaiba 7 років тому +6

    It's amazing how coordinated they are with so many people! What a beautiful performance of an amazing movie's incredible score. Truly beautiful :)

  • @wlissesmoreira207
    @wlissesmoreira207 9 років тому +5

    Totally inspiring. Thank you for existing!
    Made my day so divine!

  • @chanandlerbonggg_
    @chanandlerbonggg_ 5 років тому +1

    can’t stop crying while listening to this. don’t we all miss heath? :(

  • @esmeireferreira7094
    @esmeireferreira7094 11 місяців тому +1

    ESPETACULAR! D+ .

  • @geraldsmith7240
    @geraldsmith7240 8 днів тому

    Oh! I Love Them❤

  • @pavlina102
    @pavlina102 8 років тому +9

    It was immediately obvious that you would be wonderful. But reality - the beautiful voices, filled with emotions, and the subtle instrumentation - goes beyond all predictions. It would be great if you performed in Central Europe.

  • @jairoantoniomendez5506
    @jairoantoniomendez5506 9 років тому +2

    Ohh por Dios, que Hermoso y lo mas Conmovedor es que entre Todos estos Seres Maravillosos se Encuentran Hombres con esa hermosa Sensibilidad y de Todas las Edades. y Homosexuales como yo tambien lo Soy.

  • @plasticien007
    @plasticien007 Рік тому +1

    superbe, vraiment ...

  • @mhao1775
    @mhao1775 6 років тому +5

    好听惹,别说他们都是gay

  • @djpd
    @djpd 12 років тому +5

    Beautiful and moving. You guys rock! Best wishes from Germany!

  • @francoo.m.
    @francoo.m. 6 років тому

    He was a friend of mine - Bob Dylan -
    And he was a friend of mine
    Every time I think about him now
    Lord I just can't keep from crying
    'Cause he was a friend of mine
    He was a friend of mine
    And he was a friend of mine
    He died on the road
    A thousand miles from home
    And he never harmed no one
    He was a friend of mine
    And he was a friend of mine
    He was a friend of mine
    And he was a friend of mine
    Every time I think about him now
    Lord I just can't keep from crying
    'Cause he was a friend of mine
    And he was a friend of mine
    MERAVIGLIOSI!!!!

  • @padraigmarley3978
    @padraigmarley3978 11 років тому

    Fantastic...Padraig in Morocco

  • @geraldsmith7240
    @geraldsmith7240 8 днів тому

    Splendor ❤

  • @mafisu
    @mafisu 12 років тому

    God Bless You Guys from Chavezland (ex Venezuela)

  • @Me.Myself.and.I.
    @Me.Myself.and.I. 5 років тому +1

    thank you!!

  • @darkclouds09
    @darkclouds09 11 років тому +2

    well... when was the last time you heard "Purple Rain" at one these events? when was the last time you heard "I Dreamed A Dream"? i think that settles it.

    • @dbrel
      @dbrel 3 роки тому

      Actually, they did When Doves Cry in a concert around the same year.