Lascia ch'io pianga (Handel) | boy soprano Aksel Rykkvin (14y), Rolf Lislevand, Knut Erik Sundquist

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"Lascia ch'io pianga" from "Rinaldo" by George Frideric Handel
Aksel Rykkvin - treble
Rolf Lislevand - lute
Knut Erik Sundquist - double bass
This was one of the musical gifts from the Norwegian Government to His Majesty King Harald and Her Majesty Queen Sonja for the official celebration of their 80th anniversary.
Recorded live and broadcast on NRK1 on May 10, 2017. The full broadcast can be streamed here: tv.nrk.no/seri...
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[@suppohkram]

Yes, the voice is heavenly, but wow, I'm just as in love with this unique orchestration of the lute and double bass together.

[@wendyfield7708]

I think it is a bass viol.

[@lesleywilbourne7823]

@@wendyfield7708yes it is a bass viol

[@lesleywilbourne7823]

Lute and bass viol making a traditional basso continuo accompaniment in keeping with the age and era of the music ❤

[@gabrielhenschen9665]

It's not a viol. Viols have frets

[@suppohkram]

@wendyfield7708 @lesleywilbourne7823 I don’t think viols have end pins in them, and the description lists it as double bass. @gabrielhenschen9665 correct, viols are known to be fretted, as opposed to the fretless bowed string instruments we use more commonly today in orchestras and such

[@harrylevy5935]

I am 78 and have only just found this recording. You are truly blessed Aksel with a wonderful voice. It is perfection. I could listen to you all day.

[@matthewni3044]

Never seen better than this. Heavenly gifted voice, but he was doing better on control of it on this piece. That must be a lot of hardworking days and nights behind the stage.

[@ldg7654]

Bravo! Bravo! Bravo! Chiaro, pulito, intonato senza una sbavatura....da brividi!!! Una voce angelica!!! Complimenti anche ai Maestri!!! 👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏👏

[@servant1351]

Many were transported, stunned or became euphoric. It’s paralyzing and freeing at the same time. Bravo!

[@Sekeletu]

I cried like a baby. Thank you.

[@SPbLobovVG]

красивый голос + хороший слух + трудолюбие - очень редкое сочетание, поэтому этот мальчик как редкий драгоценный камень, в высшей степени удовольствие слушать результат божественного дара скрещенного с усердием

[@propman3523]

The voice of the angels speak, yet do we hear and respond? I am so humbled by His grace.Why is this audience not moved to tears?!

[@rydzhu3363]

I myself can´t help feeling so moved to tears when I listen to "this angel speaks" even when I'm listening repeatly..

[@wreckageofmyflesh6325]

.....could cry......the most subtle version I ever heard.....and the most touching.........performed by a kid..........ridiculous.......ridiculously good.....bravo!

[@edwardjones4870]

Aksel Rykkvin is now a baritone.

[@ingridsteinlechner8206]

Thank you for this information.

[@ecalderon2004]

I’m just as speechless as everyone in the audience, what a phenomenal performance. You are one of a kind Aksel. Greetings from Southern California.

[@pedrogainza137]

Qué maravillosa voz! Llegará a ser un gran cantante en su madurez y a la vez

[@pedrogainza137]

Y a la vez felicito a quienes impulsan el conocimiento del canto clàsico en la juventud,!

[@aubreyaub]

Some of the audience do not seem to appreciate what they are hearing...???

[@helius661]

@@aubreyaub ear problem i guess. Or maybe these old men love Justin Bieber more.

[@yosoy4682]

​@@helius661quizás crean que el niño está castrado.

[@rigobertolincura5527]

how is possible more than 300 persons dislike this video. Wonderful performance for Aksel, bravo, I don't know him before. ¡¡Bravo!!

[@pattyrodriguez2]

They dislike it because they lack understanding but also exposure to this kind of art. Although, like you, I find it very hard to understand how there are people who dislike his beautiful voice but also beautiful interpretation...

[@charlesjackson339]

I cannot but wonder how or in what direction this beautiful voice will go, tenor or counter or indeed who can tell. Whatever is the result of his future development it can only be beautiful to the ear. I am 92 years old and I can only hope that I live long enough to hear him sing as a young man .

[@andrewgjennings]

He's singing bass now. I'm having a hard time imagining what might sound like, but it will be interesting to hear!

[@kovaliov7]

Castrato, i suggest

[@mcarroll5360]

@@andrewgjennings The same thing happened to my voice but it settled into a lyric tenor. It was terrifying but, with time, it found its placement.

[@sebastianmelmoth685]

No - he is singing lyrical baritone.

[@quaver1239]

Possum : No. He has not ever sung bass. Aksel is a baritone, and is singing wondrously well.

[@竹山弘子]

日本にはなぜ、こういう少年が育たないのでしょうね、、、 美しい。伴奏も素敵

[@10colintaylor]

The audience is thinking: "Maybe angels do exist."

[@norahnightingale4626]

I study classical singing in Greece and I'm so touched by your performance! Congratulations on your technique, you sound marvelous!

[@tesfuweldemikael2902]

His new voice is also very good.

[@Albinnelson]

Absolutamente conmovedor...!!!Qué voz tan bella, la voz de un ángel, refrescante como suave brisa en una tarde de verano!!!

[@cavernetblack9037]

Me dio la impresión que algunas personas presentes en ese lugar no tienen el corazón muy limpio que digamos

[@ttoyuhoer7464]

@@cavernetblack9037 estaba un sacerdote

[@darwindaserste]

@@ttoyuhoer7464 ¡POR ESO!

[@kielygf]

@@darwindaserste u8j 7665.jnkpa

[@armandohernandez3163]

@@darwindaserste NO JUZGUES A TODOS LOS SACERDOTES SOLO PORQUE ALGUNOS HAN FALLADO

[@内藤ゆかり-s5h]

雰囲気のある素敵な室内楽。透き通った少年の、上手なイタリア歌曲にこころ洗われます。

[@AshtonGleckman]

Speechless once again Aksel, just as I imagine those people in that room were. Brilliant!

[@xmas8828]

Does the audience really appreciate what they are hearing?? What a wonderful performance. Love it!!!

[@crwydryn]

I don't think they do!

[@annesuushoi9386]

I recognise Danish and Swedish royalty

[@mikegalvin9801]

@@annesuushoi9386 Who are of course related to the Norwegian royal house. I think the music lovers appreciated it and even the non musical people could hardly miss that this was not your standard issue choir kid.

[@juanjoselanza8398]

Si...

[@juanjoselanza8398]

Si claro que si aprecian lo que escuchan ...la nobleza es educada en el buen gusto musical ... el cumpleaños del Rey fue una gran ocasion ...hace años ya ...

[@JanKentaur]

Young maestro, your singing is just too perfect to be described by words. I hope to visit Norway sometime. And when I do I will definitely have to see you perform live. Thank you. :-)

[@annecarey6210]

Vítek Veselý Rt

[@skyhaileducation24]

반주가 너무 훌륭합니다 감사합니다 이 어린 아름다운 목소리의 성악가는 앞으로 더욱 더 멋진 음악인으로 기록되겠네요~ 감사합니다

[@haccuk]

That was really beautiful Aksel. I think your King and Queen would have been very happy to receive such a nice tribute to commemorate their anniversary.

[@AkselRykkvin]

Thank you, I hope they liked it!

[@AkselRykkvin]

Good advice, thank you, I am working on it :)

[@latraviata2910]

@@AkselRykkvin They most certainly did, I know I did!

[@ruthadams6390]

My God, Aksel you're something else! What a phenomenal talent.Ive never heard anything like you! And what an equally phenomenal baritone you now are.Im privileged to live in the same era as yourself,,,!

[@АлияМолдагалиева-в1ч]

OMG!!! Super voice! Невероятно тонкое исполнение, а культура звука на высоком уровне! Какое мастерство и владение своим голосовым аппаратом?! Умничка!!!

[@waihoong11]

Oh my... those ornamented notes ... I could hardly breathe at your flawless leaps. Really breathtaking!

[@alanholmes4016]

There are several Audience members that are listening with heart soul and living the music with Aksel and the musicians. Beautiful.

[@salvatorecollura2692]

14 and performing for kings. Beautifully sung.

[@AkselRykkvin]

Thank you - it was an exciting event!

[@irinav.1797]

Forgive me my ignorance, what kings are present?

[@Lorenzo-be1nm]

@@irinav.1797 Norway, King and Queen, Holland, King and Queen, Luxemburg, Grand Duke and Grand Duchess, Sweden, King and Queen, Queen of Denmark, King and Queen of the Belgians, Crown Prince of Norway and Princess, Crown Prince of Denmark and Princess, among other Royals

[@irinav.1797]

@@Lorenzo-be1nm Thank yo so much! And what was the occasion?

[@Alexander_Goosev]

@@irinav.1797 It's a government reception in honor of the 80th anniversary of the Royal couple of Norway.

[@Paris-dh4tb]

...Когда в начале имя исполнителя, а не композитора, то.... Браво, прекраснейший сопрано, надеюсь, тебя родители и учителя не съедят... чудеснейший голос!..

[@ShelaghBluebell]

Still such an accomplished soprano, but now with very clear enunciation of the italain words.! This boy is just amazing. What a lot of pleasure he has been offering the world, and now just as accomplished as a baritone, as well!

[@magdalenak.4982]

Coś pięknego ... Jaka emisja głosu, dykcja, wrażliwość muzyczna. Piękne ozdobniki, nie przesadzone. Gratuluję !!!

[@BarryIon]

There in the audience is our very own, the fabulous Australian born Mary, Crown Princess of Denmark, Countess of Monpezat. Edit, now Queen Mary

[@marcialeirozcoutinho8372]

Que coisa maravilhosa! Belíssima interpretação. Parece um pássaro gorgeando. Obrigada por esse verdadeiro presente. Cantou com a alma.

[@ErwinErwinsimanjuntak]

Thank you Aksel for your super beautiful performance with your angel voice..i feel super calm in my heart after hear your singing..may Jesus Christ blessed you abundantly in your future life..warm regard from indonesia..

[@gabrielpropleyer3601]

Fantástica voz, os meus parabéns. Porque quem chorou a ouvir está música fui eu.

[@mothwaltz4163]

So much sincerity in this gorgeous performance! Thank you, Aksel!

[@AkselRykkvin]

And thank you for the compliment. No other way to sing this than in a serious and sincere way!

[@hassenmh2850]

Amazed at how this 14yo kid is having his audience hypnotised 🔥 and I'm even more impressed now that I learned that the man on whom the camera focuses in front of the priest and the woman with the pearl necklace are the King and Queen of Norway 😱

[@melodyacevedo1259]

Hay varios reyes y miembros de la realeza

[@marschio7359]

This boy sings like an angel, What a divine voice! My heart goes out to all Italians struggling with the lack of freedom needed to fight this epidemic, Coronavirus. I hope people find some solace in this little boy's voice.

[@paola553]

Thank you from Italy lombardia

[@elisabettatoldo6586]

The struggl is hard and long but beauty will safe us! Thank yuo from Vicenza, Italy.

[@marcoperini4623]

Grazie!

[@cunt2808]

grazie 🥺

[@carmenlava6049]

Thank you dear fir thinking of Italian people. The Covid virus is the least of our problems. Believe me. Lack of freedom is due to dictatorship. Be careful not take Italy as an example to follow!!

[@PartiallyGeorge]

Perfection. True perfection

[@BeritSaukko]

Wondeful interpretation and beautiful voice.

[@per-ivindmartinsen3086]

Et av de største tv-øyeblikkene NRK noensinne har vist 🎼 BRAVO!!

[@AkselRykkvin]

Oj, det var jo utrolig hyggelig å høre :)

[@per-ivindmartinsen3086]

Aksel Rykkvin Jeg ordnet på kjøkkenet idet du satte i gang. Så var det bare å stoppe opp og nyte øyeblikket. Fantastisk!!!! Og jeg hører MYE på musikk og har hørt mange versjoner av denne sangen. Det du leverte her var det verdensklasse over 👍 Håper du vil kunne fortsette med sang selvom stemmen nå endrer seg og du blir mann. Lykke til videre 😀

[@nenacosta2168]

Incrível! Parecia aqueles castratos saídos diretamente do século XVII! Linda voz! Linda performance! Lindo acompanhamento orquestral!

[@thilovonwatzdorf8112]

Aksel, you are a National Treasure of Norway.... apart from the most moving treble singer today ! Bravissimo!

[@mikesjunta4631]

K

[@AntPDC]

Lovely performance Aksel, with beautifully-executed ornamentation. Mr Handel would have greatly approved!

[@AkselRykkvin]

Thanks! I hope he would.

[@bertvdlast]

I totally agree with you though i think that mr. Händel would turn around in his grave if he knew where his music was used for.

[@AntPDC]

@@bertvdlast He was an extremely worldly man, so I doubt he would even flinch!

[@bertvdlast]

Did you see Antichrist?

[@charlesjackson339]

Those lovely rolling RRRRs

[@Frederik020]

Casi como un joven espanol...

[@Greenjah81]

Never heard this piece in "Boy Soprano" range. That was beautiful. Thank you.

[@victorwieciech8763]

Just beautiful. I am a countertenor and this is wonderful. Your musicianship is extraordinary. Never compromise that

[@AkselRykkvin]

Thanks so much!

[@lucisventusnoctis]

Totally agreed, there's alot of things that might change your attitude about technique or whether to pursue music as a career but never lose that spirit ♥️

[@cutesalem394]

angelic unique voice, even professionals can't sing better

[@Geoplanetjane]

He is professional

[@marcosella2530]

Bravissimo ottima dizione in italiano👍👍👍👍 NICE!!!!!

[@H.Molina1908]

Admiring the beauty od the voice and of this young artist, this wealthy nordisk audience; completely astonished. What an unique experience.

[@dilmagoncalvespachecoeoliv3960]

Que voz maravilhosa!! Angelical. Me toca muito essa música de Handel!!!

[@discobean54]

I'm really curious to know the percentage of boys with such beautiful soprano voices who grow up to transition into countertenor with equally angelic adult voice? Does it happen ever or highly unusual?

[@thilovonwatzdorf8112]

Bravo Aksel! I some cousins who were at that royal dinner and they all were very impressed by your beautiful voice. I am happy that the Royal Court of Norway chose you to sing for the King and Queen. Have a good Summer and take some holidays. THILO

[@LR-yu3mx]

Absolutely fascinatingly beautiful, wit perfect trills,.perfect.pitch!

[@cor3944]

Considering the meanings of the text and this brilliant and innocent young boy in front of this „elitair“ group, this presentation of highest sublimeness convinces me of the divine power of the TRUTH. The contrast couldn‘t have been bigger. The good, beauty and truth will always win. 🌹🙏❤️

[@eyeshowyou]

Well said

[@billmundy84]

I am sure all the experts and music critics out there will be able to pick holes in this performance of Lascia ch'io pianga by Aksel, Of course there is always someone willing and eager to criticise. Writing as someone who merely appreciates good music and indeed,Artists of all types, I find this, and so many of his other performances ,to be absolutely superb. The way he interprets the music and uses this incredible instrument that he has at his disposal ,albeit tor far too short a time , is very, very special. We are so fortunate that he has been able to record so many of his performances. I can only thank him and wish him all the very best for his future singing career,,now as a Baritone. Look forward to many more years of him entertaining us .

[@tonybusfield7355]

Oh! I am in tears again, thankyou Aksel for starting my day with perfection [and tears].

[@AkselRykkvin]

Thank you, you are welcome!

[@queenmary301]

A sound that breaks open the heart. The music of God.

[@alaingauthier72]

Bravo malgré les années, un ange et un ange

[@noedetoledo8050]

Little boy, you are very, very good. Thank you!

[@Robertmeulendijk]

Really stunning performance moves me to tears 😢

[@Xochiyolotl]

Santissimo cielo! Canta bellissimo questo ragazzo! Ha una voce dolce e pura come un Angelo.

[@AkselRykkvin]

Grazie!

[@mohammadibrahimkhan5754]

your voice is like heaven to my ears, fan from India you are very talented

[@AkselRykkvin]

Very cool to have a fan in India, thank you!

[@SusanneNitz]

Beautiful because a boy's voice won't last.

[@fabioverni4779]

Why?

[@Geoplanetjane]

Because of puberty that lowers the voice

[@charlesmorgan8440]

Quite beyond any superlatives I can express. I don't think I've ever heard this sung so well, and to do so in front of such an audience, extraordinary. What an honour: for your audience!

[@AkselRykkvin]

I remember my teachers were a bit worried if it would be too close to my voice change, since it's such a fragile song, but it went well :)

[@vipertwenty249]

@@AkselRykkvin Aksel - if you still occasionally still see comments to this video - how has your voice settled and in what range? Have you had the opportunity to speak with Aled Jones about his experiences since his days as a soprano?

[@Christel-2]

Axel Du bist einfach super. Danke danke. Du hast es einfach das gewisse Etwas. Gott segne Dich immer und überall. Auf all Deinen Wegen möge er Dich begleiten Deine Hand halten. Danke lieber Axel. 🤗🙏🌼☀️❤️🦋👍

[@pirangeloferretti3588]

Isn't this a perfect choice of a song to be performed in front of 'people in power'? I mean the lyrics ... 'Lascia ch'io pianga mia cruda sorte e che sospiri la libertà!' But apart from this, such a sweet performance!

[@mckavitt13]

This boy’s talent is extraordinary! His musicality, sense of taste, pitch, interpretation are all spot on. He sounds great now too as a lyric baritone. Wunderbar.

[@terrietackett8964]

mckavitt13 Well said!!

[@mckavitt13]

@@terrietackett8964 Thank you, Terrie.

[@СветланаЕмельянова-н6й]

Ангельские пение... Мальчик с прекрасным голосом, очень талантлив...

[@lucyriccardi]

❤❤❤❤MAGNIFICA interpretazione, voce angelica!❤

[@jenniferh189]

From a fan in the USA...thank you, young man. You are wonderful.

[@maxim9280]

Jennifer H I'm against exploiting boys in singing

[@Alexander_Goosev]

@@maxim9280 Announce the entire list ...Pleazzze...

[@maxim9280]

Александр Гусев what list?

[@Alexander_Goosev]

@@maxim9280 The entire list of your spiritual sorrows and anxieties.

[@maxim9280]

@@Alexander_Goosev im worried about the boy, thats not about me, dumbfuck

[@lorivalandradejanskenwizc8538]

yes, hypnotic...softly, perfect.

[@belkismartin7019]

Espléndida voz!!!!! Que bonito💥

[@dubbelhenke854]

Queen Sonja, and the princesses Mette-Marit and Mary look really touched by this magnificently beautiful interpretation.

[@dukadarodear2176]

My father used to say "there's a chord of steel running through the voice of every boy soprano". He was a good tenor but he loved the male soprano voice. This is wonderful. Thanks.

[@quaver1239]

Some beautiful women in the audience, including our own lovely Princess Mary of Denmark who seemed mesmerized by Aksel’s glorious voice.

[@heinretter3608]

perfekte Aufführung - mit guter Kameraführung, damit man mal wieder alle Königlichen In den Blick bekommt.

[@jacquelinevauthier2938]

Toujours autant de plaisir à réécouter Aksel dans ce magnifique morceaux de musique classique ! Avec sa voix " cristalline" de l'époque !!! ❤❤❤

[@fiorellabarbati7171]

Que hermoso

[@Mijochda]

The Baroque colouring is superbly done! In fact I'm not sure I've ever heard better!

[@AkselRykkvin]

That makes me so happy to hear! Always work quite a bit with my voice teacher on those details.

[@reinaldounico7296]

Solo las artes , le dan un futuro auspicioso ,a la humanidad , gracias por ese regalo tan maravilloso , al interpretar esa aria tan magistralmente .

[@BjrBruno59]

Lascia ch'io pianga (Handel) Aksel Rykkvin. - Laisse l'épine, cueille la rose, tu ne cherches que ta douleur. Une gelée blanche par sa main invisible recouvrira tes cheveux plus tôt que ton cœur ne le croit. Laisse-moi pleurer sur mon sort cruel, et soupirer à la liberté. Que la douleur brise ces chaînes, de mes martyres juste par pitié. Le duel se brise, le rebondissement, de mes souffrances, Je prie pour la miséricorde Et que je désire la liberté -

[@mvmcampos]

Chère Bruno....mercy... 🌹🙏🏽

[@aanchal-annaleedeprince5525]

C'est une tres jolie chanson

[@stephenjuneau444]

Totally Incredible! Bold! Heavenly! Thank You!

[@federicofaido7215]

I love this air. Marilyn Horne has left us a legendary performance. You managed to surprise me beyond imagination. You are really genial. I wish you all the best! - Federico Faido, Italy

[@AkselRykkvin]

Thank you very much!

[@avikatt]

I close my eyes and see the heavens. There my love awaits

[@mosichat]

Avi Kattan - what’s his name? Just asking.

[@jenslumbye7996]

These notes of singing accompanied with the music make some of us shed tears. Because we get in touch with our inner, true self. Which is inherently beauty and joy.

[@cutesalem394]

3.35 same

[@JeanMichelMeuley]

Superbement beau. Merci de ce magnifique partage.

[@gntpat]

Aksel Rykkvin's preformance blows away all female sopranos.

[@mariajosedeoliveirabenites1611]

Vozmravilhosa. Excelente interpretação.

[@cristinajesus7215]

Que voz linda! Nos coloca nos braços de tudo que a de bom no universo, trazendo calma e muita paz!

[@chaoschaos1478]

I dont think many in that audience realised what they were hearing. Totally professional. Absolute control of his voice. Amazing talent. A real priviledge to hear that. Straight onto my desktop.

[@gunnarbuster2610]

Leider!

[@mdlgpamdlgpa8328]

I love you so much! I am with you since the bening of your brillant carier! Beijinhos

[@RobertoHernandez-vv9xf]

Excellent performance. 👌😊

[@lucazalaffi1able]

👍👍👍👍👍 BRAVISSIMI (TUTTI E TRE)!!! Ottima esecuzione e ottima pronuncia italiana!!! BRAVO!!! Saluti dall'Italia 😉

[@AkselRykkvin]

Thanks, great to hear that, pronunciation is important to me and I try to get it right!

[@lucazalaffi1able]

@@AkselRykkvin È la verità ... la tua pronuncia è perfetta (se proprio volessi trovare un lieve "difetto", direi che è un po' troppo "marcata" la 'r' in 'sospiri' ... ma solo un pochino 😉 ...) Oltre alla pronuncia, comunque, ho trovato davvero rimarchevole anche tutto il resto (la qualità della voce, l'interpretazione, ecc. oltre alla scelta dei due soli musicisti per accompagnare ...) Per me è la migliore interpretazione di quest' aria che ho sentito su KZbin!!! BRAVI 👍👍👍👍👍 (I'm sorry if I write in Italian, but my English is too bad!!!)

[@AkselRykkvin]

Yes, I know it's something we Norwegians tend to do I think, rolling the r's too much, even in Italian. Thanks for reminding me!

[@lucazalaffi1able]

@@AkselRykkvin ...resta la più bella interpretazione di quest'aria che abbia mai sentito ... 👍 Tanti auguri per una brillante e lunghissima carriera!!! 👍👍👍👍👍

[@pietromastroleo8331]

Alla doti naturali di questo ragazzo va aggiunta la bravura, l'impegno nello studio per arrivare alla perfetta pronuncia della lingua italiana.

[@BledarOmeri]

Interpretazione meravigliosa 👏👏👏

[@julien23lastchristmas2]

Bravo !! 👏👏👏

[@2000ol]

Bellissimo

[@dinaabdullah6317]

This sound belongs to heaven, amazing even though I don't know the meaning of the words fantastic voice 😍❤️

[@keithhoward5120]

Aksel that was so beautiful , it brought tears to my eyes .I am so glad I heard this . Thankyou.

[@violatheviolist1228]

That was absolutely glorious! Well done! 👌❤️

[@zosothebelly]

Really beautiful, bravo. I also find your pronunciation flawless. Sorry for my curiosity, but I'd like to ask you what voice register you are now

[@Alexander_Goosev]

Now Aksel - a wonderful young baritone (perhaps, tenor in the future). "New" Aksel: kzbin.info/www/bejne/b17Ce3-Df9N7abc kzbin.info/www/bejne/rWa3daiej6eVaqM