"A WHITER SHADE OF PALE" - XAVER VARNUS PLAYS HIS OWN CONCERT HALL'S ORGAN WITH JOHNNY LAKE (GUITAR)

[@fredwood1490]

A combination I never would have thought of, his mighty organ and a lowly guitar. We need to thank the third member of this group, the Engineer who shaped the power of the music to bring out the best of each and kept the one from swallowing the other. Awesome music, unforgettable!

[@StevenBoyatt-z8o]

this is the most beautiful version of the song I have ever heard

[@brunow.calabria786]

I was born in 1960, but not in the.US. however I have lived and breathe last echoes of the hippie movement and freedom and those wonderful era of creativity in music and... This is one of these.songs. It's so absurd to see what the world.has turned into. I'm a survivor, and is very painful to hear this song, it makes.me.sad and nostalgic

[@DocCrash]

Know the feeling

[@rimmersbryggeri]

This song is absurd. That's what makes it good.

[@margeryfeit8446]

Lovely version of the Procol Harum (English group), hit.

[@johnmcgarry9519]

We mourn with those who mourn. Still a wonder of the shared human experience

[@robertstubberud2427]

And with hope for a better and peaceful world!👏💖🙏

[@bwmcelya]

Procol Harem created a masterpiece. Brings back fond memories. Well played gentlemen.

[@Pipendreamer]

Play on Gentlemen. You are brilliant musicians. May God watch over you.

[@simontay4851]

Im a grown man of 37 and this made me cry. It reminds me of the scene from the film The boat that rocked, where it is sinking with records floating

[@marikapelyvas7752]

Beautiful! Brought me peace into this crazy world and assured me that I’m not alone. Thank you!

[@etienneswart8700]

You are not alone 🇿🇦🥺

[@seniletravel7171]

Wow, what a beautiful, well said comment. I grew-up in the 60's and this, above all other songs of that era, speaks directly to my heart.

[@mariaburik6164]

This song is one of my favourit ones. It was interpreted by Annie Lenox too. Wonderful! Thank you!

[@londontoursandevents3714]

A beautiful substitution of the guitar for Gary Brooker's vocals, the guitar bringing out the full emotion. Great organ playing too. Bravo.

[@ritaarendt7327]

UNVERGÄNGLICHE MUSIK ! ES VERZAUBERT UND LÄSST TRÄUMEN VON EINER WUNDERBAREN FRIEDLICHEN WELT !

[@mathewwrightman854]

Respecfully, who in gods name disliked this?? This was such a beautiful version of a song made for crying. Perfect!

[@etienneswart8700]

26 trolls 🥺

[@merlecharge6813]

Because it's not rap or grunge or whatever....

[@elderrobertv.fullersr.1739]

So true even with Proco Harum singing it, it's a classic 👍

[@randyhull7408]

@@josht.1317 In a way I agree with you. At least I would say the guitar should'nt overshadow the sound of the organ, which is without a doubt flawless.

[@ramilarteta6514]

@@josht.1317 Yes indeed, the guitar was awful.

[@eugenegauggel1000]

I call it "Bach with a beat." Based on J.S.Bach's Air on a G-string. This song inspired me to study the pipe organ in the nearby church.

[@angelobergamelli5153]

Bravo maestro sei uno dei migliori organisti.

[@Mike--WA7QZR]

Xaver, how blessed you are to have your own pipe organ. Words fail me.

[@dorisbubelova8683]

It´s so beautiful, it made me cry..

[@Patracat]

me too Gina in Australia

[@nancygreene5838]

@@Patracatsame❤

[@mariaszekely1668]

Simply wonderful!

[@joanneuhlman4249]

A long time favorite of mine! Wonderful tribute! Beautifully played!

[@karolynefekete2498]

Egy csodálatos Művész egy csodálatos Művésznek...szívből jövö, mélyen megérintő.

[@steventyreman3642]

Wonderful ,,,,what rendition of an all time great,,,love this ,played at my wedding to my beautiful lady Anna ❤ 😍 ♥ 💕

[@user-bw6uu3un9y]

I never knew a piece of music can communicate a message this clearly. The feeling of old memory, the emotions of missing someone who is dear... Sure was unexpected this piece on my way to work. Perhaps life is unexpected after all, for it is in the hand of God.

[@JDon280Z]

I could listen to this song over and over and over. One of the most Beautiful songs ever written. Excellent Job. Thank You.

[@MurielRIVIERRE]

Superbe le duo entre l'orgue et la guitare. 😊

[@StephenGagnon-y7u]

Beautiful! What a mix of instruments… simply beautiful!

[@pmishke]

I always loved this song from the moment it came out way back in 1967. It’s one of those tunes that just makes you feel good every time I hear it. This is a wonderful version and so glad I found it. Thank You both !!!!!!

[@parkinsonalzheimer]

The best song ever , wonderful rendition

[@michaelodonnell6078]

This performance of a whiter shade of pale is superbly played, and is like a hymn of true beauty. Powerful.

[@ddomotor66]

What a beautiful rendition Gary Brooker R.I.P.

[@empressoftheknownuniverse]

Entrancing, hauntingly beautiful. Thank you. 😓

[@andreagregor8203]

Izgalmas a gitár és orgonajáték ! Nagyon klassz ! Köszönöm !!!!!!❤

[@8000Christopher]

lovely, fringing lovely it is. thanks 3;30, SOUNDS LIKE 100 VIOLINS ARE PLAYING ! THE ORGAN INSTRUMENT IS AMAZING ! Johnny Lake is a great product of Liverpool, Nova Scotia, as was Hank Snow !!!!

[@berylwhite2983]

May she rest in peace and never be forgotten! This beautiful piece will help!

[@Elizabeth-g6z3p]

Wonderful, wonderful rendition of this beautiful song. 🎶 Music for the Soul. ❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤❤

[@hughcrosby5705]

What a treat and to think this beautiful concert hall is only a few miles away from my home. Looking forward to attending a live concert. Great job guys and thankyou.

[@philipdagley9547]

Two great talents . glad to have you both here in our community . Enjoyed very much. thank you.

[@martasimon5820]

Szuper zenei együttes Ügyesek kedvesek és aranyosak vagytok Öszintén gratulálok

[@robertk6ha]

That was wonderful, played at the right tempo. Always been a favorite when done right. Amazing

[@Anna-yq2vg]

Non immaginavo......felice di aver ascoltato, grazie

[@organblower]

In 1968 I spotted a beautiful man on the other side of the dance floor of a smokey club. The DJ started to play this song and a moment later we were dancing. He is my husband now. This song has always evoked an emotional response from both of us. When we hear it on the radio a mischievous smile blossoms on our faces along with a twinkle in our eyes. I learned BWV 1068 a couple of years earlier. Registration imitates a B3 except for lack of key clicks and a Leslie spinning up. The resultant 32' is a nice touch. rainbow

[@1972scenic]

❤❤❤Greteengs from Poland.

[@organblower]

@@1972scenic thank you!

[@gasoranm.8449]

September 2023 😊

[@Longtack55]

That is a beautiful love story, and on that criterion alone you chose well. Whiter Shade can do that... Listen to Varnus playing Purcell's "Cold."

[@thomasmartin7425]

Organ blower? Bawahahaha! You have a great sense of humor too!

[@jphilology7357]

Xaver Varnus is my favorite organist of all time, since first listening to his work many years ago. Thank you!

[@Railfan6675]

Nova Scotia has been blessed with this world famous organist. Welcome. Awesome rendition of Whiter Shade of Pale.

[@JohnSmith-uy7sv]

They are not playing "amazing Grace."

[@wernerfeil7900]

Das geht so richtig durch und durch. Herrlich. Vielen Dank.

[@martenskamiz3318]

Panowie... Genialne wykonanie..absolutny the best i sztos w internecie❤❤❤❤❤ pozdrawiam serdecznie z pięknej i niepodległej Polski...❤❤❤❤🇵🇱🇵🇱🇵🇱🇵🇱🇵🇱👍👍👍👍 Cóż za ciarki i emocje...jesteście najlepsi❤ Dziekuje ....

[@pauljonkman6368]

Thanks Both of You very much . This performance of a nostalgic piece touched my soul.

[@scottnyc6572]

One of my favorite songs.Great job with both organ and guitar!!Thank You!!

[@davidherman29]

I just wanted you guys to play for ever, I absolutely love this tune, when I first heard as a child back in the early 70s it has stuck in a very special part of my mind. This performance is outstanding, wish I could give you a million likes. ❤️❤️❤️❤️

[@marcogardois3678]

I just wanted you guys to play forever

[@SternDrive]

@@marcogardois3678 You seem to have stolen my name! What's with that? i did NOT say the above! Are you a troll, or did the computer glitch?

[@paulspalace]

Way past my bedtime, but keep finding another video that draws me to stay a little longer.

[@MgrMJ]

Listened to it during my first cup of coffee of the day. I didn't finish even my cup, best start up is music I can tell you. Thank you Xaver!

[@harleycharley8323]

Well done…a classical rendition…both artists add their emotions and create a lovely atmosphere.

[@s1nd3r3llee]

Beautiful! Will listen and watch it again! Thank you. Made my evening much nicer, here in the southeastern US.

[@archiesbaby3181]

Absolutely heavenly! Thank you!

[@КатяУшакова-г6о]

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[@chas0353]

Just a beautiful peaceful place. Love to all all

[@mc2mc277]

One of my favorite songs. I am a New York musician but also have a place in Shag Harbour, NS, not too far away from Brooklyn, NS. Beautiful area.

[@mattevans5812]

beautiful. tears and chills. I need less of social media and more of this

[@samuelhelmlinger9588]

Magnifique , merci

[@merlecharge6813]

Aaahhh easy listening just beautiful 🇬🇧🇬🇧🇬🇧👍👍👍👍👍

[@chas0353]

Absolutely emotionally moving and just beautiful version of this classic song . Take care and love goes to you all. Charles from Sydney, Australia

[@mihalynemelkvi6519]

Csodálatos, és mélyen megható. 😢 Köszönöm!

[@christianodelamarta9553]

Uau! Maravilhoso! Incrível! Fantástico! Simplesmente lindo!

[@АлександрСтафиевских-с5д]

Xaver Varnus bravo good luck. Благодарю вас за исполнение прекрасной композиции удачи вам и вашим близким и здоровья.

[@chasea.williams6025]

I play this all the time. Love it!

[@adriennebeecker5000]

An beautiful combination for an exceptional piece of subtle music. Very well suited.for the organ which it was originally composed for, I think. Keep your excellent music coming Xaver Varnus on your Cassavante. You are a GENIUS!!

[@fjpepin3047]

Varnus lets the organ sing. Splendid!

[@chrissiewilken41]

EXCELLENT Performance!

[@stevecollier4741]

I've always loved this song and this version is totally mesmerising beautifully played lads

[@margitkovacs6637]

Sono rimasta seduta per ascoltarla..la sua musica entra nel cuore 💖

[@ОлегА-ч4о]

Очень красивая и проницающая музыка, спасибо большое за удовольствие!

[@davedyson4730]

Just a few seconds in I can honestly say how beautiful and moving you both played this piece. Thank you.

[@anthonygreen5160]

Awesome. Wish someone would have the ballocks to play that on the organ at my church on a Sunday. (Church of Scotland) Raise a few eyebrows amongst the old dears!

[@nancygreene5838]

❤😊

[@tomarmstrong1281]

It will never sound quite as edgy without Leslie. Hey, but well done all the same.

[@TheMagnitudo]

absolutely stunning interpretation ❣️

[@jamesparker6017]

Coral Gables Florida 🌴🇺🇸 USA Very nice arrangement of a great song. 👍 Beautiful countryside also. 🏄

[@debsg2024]

Um dos mais bonitos arranjos que já ouvi desta linda música. Parabéns! Tocaram maravilhosamente bem. 🙌🙌🙌🙌👏👏👏👏👏❤️🥰

[@elderrobertv.fullersr.1739]

WOW!!!! One of my favorite pieces played on the Hammond, but first time on the Pipe Organ!!! Excellent 👍🎼🎵🎶🎹🎹🎹 The sound of flowing waters are very soothing and relaxing. Thank you!

[@OldGuyonaBike]

I have passed by that church so many times in my youth... so great to see it's new use. Listening to that made my day.

SUPER!!!

[@frzbtt168]

Great performance. Thanks!

[@margeryfeit8446]

Beautiful version, I hope Procol Harum has heard it.

[@ssippishark]

Fantastic!

[@brunomattarello8991]

Melodia affascinante ,conciliante il raccoglimento e la meditazione.Ottimo abbinamento organo-chitarra.

[@detlevpomp]

Großartig vorgetragen! Wunderschön! Danke!👏👏👍👍🎶🎹🎸🌅

[@ronmontgomery3622]

Wonderful...!

[@martasimon5820]

Ahány fellépést töltessz fől a KZbinre mindegyik játokodba benne van kedves szerető szived Tudod jól hogy mindig őszintén megirom a véleményem Kedves Xavér Tisztelettel vagyok feléd mert Aranyos vagy

[@amangogna68]

Great music with your fantastic playing and beautiful video !

[@johnmcgarry9519]

Maestro: what an unexpected and wonderful surprise. Thank you again for such heighten language.

[@susanbrown822]

Beautiful!! Great way to highlight the freedom you have to play what you choose in your beautiful new church/concert venue, the excellent sound quality and beauty of the property, with adjacent body of water. An organist's paradise. Bravo!!

[@zsuzsaherbst]

Köszönet, Xavér, nagyon megsirattam, Méltó búcsú, a szeretett Baráttól :-(

[@monikaberkes4911]

Csodálatos ès felemelő volt! Köszönöm az èlmènyt! 💕

[@martasimon5820]

Köszönöm megtisztelő kedves figyelmességedet nagyon szép hangversenyt tettél föl ma reggel

[@carlosc.garzajr.9699]

Bless all the who are in a better place than, we are. Some way may we meet again. ❤

[@ernosoltesz8501]

Marvelous and beautiful crosstalk. "Fehérebb mint a sápadtság."

[@cofeebeing]

Bach's Air on G String as introduced to many of us with Gary Brooker's "Whiter shade...". All good. Oh and welcome, Mr. Varnus also to my new home of Nova Scotia. Bach, I always loved. Nova Scotia, after two years? If not love, so far rates a solid like. Thanks, Xaver Varnus. Thanks, Johnny Lake.

[@eugenegauggel1000]

This tune was the theme song for Radio Monte Carlo in 1967 when I| went there to see the F1 Grand Prix race. Procul Harem which was a strain of cat.

[@lam4704]

Beautiful!!!💝

[@barcelobrin6656]

Merveilleux ! ça rappelle bien des souvenirs de jeunesse. Merci pour ce bon moment.

[@Marjorie-yt7pb]

❤incredible . Many Thanks !

[@manoscott2012]

Deeply moving. A beautiful tribute.

[@su-anemerald]

Beautiful. 😍

[@randyhull7408]

I do believe that this is my favorite piece of music. It is hard to describe the feelings that come over me while listening to this.

[@detlevpomp]

Großartig! Ein Meilenstein der Musikgeschichte, wunderschön und sentimental.👍👍🎹🎸🎶🎵👏👏🌅

[@goodfriend6428]

Wonderful! Thank you! Splendid!

[@georgeleermakers7467]

7 Jhr. Humphrey: This is the absolute combinatie organist and brilliant gitaarspel. Merci