Amazing Grace - Hayley Westenra (a cappella) in Christchurch NZ

Hayley Westenra ヘイリー 海莉 sings Amazing Grace アメイジング·グレイス a cappella, live on stage at the New Zealand National Christchurch Memorial Service, following the tragic earthquake of February 22nd in Christchurch.
The service took place in front of many thousands, at North Hagley Park Christchurch on 18 March 2011. Christchurch is Hayley's home town, large parts of which was destroyed by the earthquake.
This video is uploaded as HD to maximise the KZbin audio and video quality but it was recorded as SD video and upconverted to 720p.

[@aaroncoats8267]

She sounds like an angel

[@genius1er]

one off the best version

[@jamesmorgan5027]

What a great singer--surprised this is the first time I have heard of Hayley Westenra.

[@russellcollins6718]

Haley sang the defining version of this hymn. No other version comes close. Bravo Haley

[@PratRisk88]

If you don't yet appreciate True European High Culture and don't yet realize why European peoples must not perish, then there is nothing more to say. If you already do. Then keep the Flame of Faith in Europe Alive!

[@howardclifton6184]

Westenra was born in Christchurch, New Zealand, and is of Dutch[10] and Irish[11] heritage. Her parents, Jill and Gerald Westenra, have two other children, Sophie and Isaac Westenra. Westenra's grandmother Shirley Ireland was a singer, and her grandfather was a pianist who also played the piano accordion.[12] she is not maori at all

[@miltonaronisgroisman6953]

Em Capela uma vóz clarissima,pra lá de execelente.MAG

[@xAlyanaX]

Amazing Hayley I say.

[@ThemoteoAlvesdeFreitas]

Muito emocionante!

[@luciaportela2895]

😭😭😭

[@Chuckbomb1]

Best a capella version of this I can recall. Simple and moving.

[@marielarsson6462]

Amazing! Just that she does it acapella makes it even more beautiful

[@wonyoukim]

That is exactly how amazing Grace should be sung The situation, the emotion.

[@truthisinthescriptures]

The Lord Jesus Christ provides the only way to eternal life in heaven. Believe on the Lord Jesus Christ and by His grace you will be saved. 1 Corinthians 15:1-4

[@jpm1141]

Eres mi amor platónico. Sueño con poder conocerte algún día. Me trae recuerdos de mi juventud. Me inspira lo que pretendía alcanzar y que ahora lo tengo tan cerca. Gracia divina.💘💝💖

[@peterounyc]

Just wow. The kind of voice that gives you goosebumps, in a good way.

[@joesmith-jb4ls]

America's Got Talent? Haley wins The World's Got Talent!!! Love this woman!

[@gawain12]

Truly magnificent. A song of 'faith' not necessarily religion.

[@robholden9728]

I am also a Christchurch boy. One minute of disaster and the city will never be the same. This performance expresses the grief, the resilience and the resolve. It still gives me goosebumps

[@matthanks1480]

This is an angel come down to give us comfort. Tell me I'm wrong.

[@Mauser_.]

+Matt Hanks You are absolutely right Matt

[@robshaner137]

no angel. just a girl hu shows us the way

[@everettwilson8535]

You ain't wrong I'll bend my knee for her anyday

[@marielarsson6462]

This is the best version of this song I've ever heard! 👍👍

[@karunahembrom4799]

Yes

[@SHEMSTAR01]

Im from Christchurch and this still gets me. Every. Single. Time.

[@joesmith-jb4ls]

No music is necessary when Haley performs. She is so effortless and pitch perfect. She truly has the GIFT. Thank you Haley for sharing it with us.

[@dorotheemackenbach4808]

And I thought I had heard allt the best versions of this song ever. What a wonderful surprise! She;s really a wonderful singer. Moved me. Wow!

[@mpsarge2]

Dorothee Mackenbach LeAnn rhimes does a great version of this

[@lilianfraites4555]

Not only is she beautiful , her voice is just as beautiful!

[@DaLDJFan]

Hayley you are amazing. God bless you and beautiful Christchurch!!!

[@Tocsin-Bang]

I first heard Hayley when I was in the beautiful garden city of Christchurch in 2002. I do hope that from the rubble and the tragedy that Christchurch will once again be rebuilt and renewed to its former splendour. I was there only six weeks, but in 67 years I have not found a more splendid city or a friendlier people.

[@noerlund75]

If i was religious.. I´m sure this is how i would expirence heaven.. :O

[@philiphaynes8679]

I was moved to tears. ;'-( I remember when she was with Celtic Woman, who I have seen in person. Unfortunately, she was not part of the group then. This was my mother's favorite song! I remember my Mother singing this so many times in church. I must say Thank You Haley for your Awesome "a capala" version of Amazing Grace your & God Given Voice that you use to Praise God with!:-)

[@aaj2226]

Amen amen ♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️♥️

[@nwk38]

Voice of an angel? Forgive me but I have never heard an angel sing.I have heard Hayley sing and it is beyond incredible. This young lady has the purest voice I have ever heard.An absolute amazing talent.

[@midnightwolf2937]

Nicely done! I can attest to how hard it is to keep your tone and pitch perfect while singing a capella and she did it. Her voice didn't waver once, very well trained!

[@pgrimmo301]

Decades of work to produce such work. Don't listen to those who who complain. They would give anything to achieve what you already do. Pete, OZ

[@bruceclapton1]

The most perfect version I've ever heard ... pure, simple and tonally perfect .... THIS is Grace

[@vickibaker8372]

Please pray for the persecuted. We need to trust in God and focus on scripture and not let fear creep into our hearts. Its beneficial to listen to songs like these

[@MichaelSmith-gp1rp]

The crowd was noisy until Hayley Westenra started Amazing Grace and with only her singing you could hear a pin drop. Truly an angel.

[@clm8960]

Hayley is an angel. Only the wings are missing.

[@joesmith-jb4ls]

One of my favorite songs by Haley. She is just spectacular

[@thomasolivermoran5547]

yes the voice of a angel ,thank you wonderful xxx

[@joesmith-jb4ls]

Haley, just listening to you is a religious experience. I love you as does everyone else

[@leedscab123]

If I die listening to this amazing voice I would die a happy, happy person

[@deoksanprosperous3893]

I absolutely agree to others' opinions of her being an angel with no wings. She has wonderful voice. I guess that an angel's voice is the same as hers. I offer her many thanks From south korea.

[@arnoldscott2731]

WOW, Amazing Grace sang by Amazing Singer..countless times put in repeat.

[@majorpygge-phartt2643]

Isn't she just so flawless, both her looks and her voice, and she can sing so powerfully without any music, that takes some doing as then any faltering sticks out a mile so she's a real class singer just like the late and great Judy Durham from the Seekers.

[@joesmith-jb4ls]

Haley is the best. I love that little smile and thank you at the end

[@hedwegg]

The sweetness of voice & the gentleness of sound. Enjoy Amazing Grace...Hayley Westenra.

[@pe1pme]

There are only two voices in the world appropriate for performing Amazing Grace: 1 The Highland Bagpipe and 2 Hayley Westenra!!

[@franssenaanhangwagensv.o.f2533]

and a russian singer Pelageya

[@GandlafTheWhite]

Mahalia Jackson

[@susanw6689]

Her God given talent is a blessing for everyone to hear!

[@laurentdeckers711]

I would marry her for Eterniy

[@REZRecordsOfficial]

God bless Hayley Westenra and Christchurch.

[@majorpygge-phartt2643]

Let's hear taylor swift sing like this, NO chance! That voice truly must be a gift from Heaven as surely no-one can learn to sing like that.

[@johnuhr-henry9508]

A great talent and beautiful voice to listen too. Keep it up Hayley

[@nwk38]

Simply a perfect performance. Notice her timing,stopping,then continuing to add depth and strength to this beautiful song..Her pauses just emphasized the meaning.Great,absolutely awe inspiring.

[@KiwiBronco96]

Still to this day this is the most moving and beautiful version of this song

[@franciscodelbarrio2101]

We remember those fallen for our Freedom, God's peace for them

[@victoramreuter2653]

Amazing voice. .

[@agnaldosantos5802]

She's a wonderful singer....

[@rajamoorthy1969]

An absolute angelic voice... One of the sweetest voices in the recorded history... A treasure of not just New Zealand but of the planet earth.

[@joesmith-jb4ls]

I love the little smile at the end and humble thank you. So much class

[@TatakBarambangJosephYabai]

Amazing song of praise

[@czrboo]

There's no other way, but to the Lord, I seek my refuge. Amen! 🙏🏻

[@ThomasPRegan]

Hayley Westenra is a beautiful young woman who has a beautiful voice god bless her 🙏

[@Tocsin-Bang]

I first heard Hayley when I was in the beautiful garden city of Christchurch in 2002. I do hope that from the rubble and the tragedy that Christchurch will once again be rebuilt and renewed to its former splendour. I was there only six weeks, but in 67 years I have not found a more splendid city or a friendlier people.

[@deepperception8165]

Gorgeous, really conquered the world's heart!!!

[@SHEMSTAR01]

How can 37 people dislike this? I was there this day and i balled my eyes out. I had strangers around me doing the same thing, and in the area i was standing in everyone started to hold hands and everyone hugged at the end. Such a amzaing voice. Aso notice her pauses when she sings. Perfect timing. 37 people need there hearing checked i say

[@jameyjustice1115]

She is a wonderful singer with a voice of a angel

[@tonypowell-chatfield2958]

this always has been my favourite song and Hayley totally nails this

[@joesmith-jb4ls]

Haley has so much class. Bravo Miss Westenra

[@JetDom767]

New Zealand you guys are so lucky to have her an amazingly talented and beautiful lady like Hayley

[@jakebob6332]

I'm sold.The greatest singer ever. Angelic for sure. Love you

[@ngrobert5054]

she sing vocal woderful

[@tippy99999]

"Stunning" ! (nuf said)

[@scorpius-mu3dw]

WESTENRA is magnific. Marvellous VOICE. Beautiful Hayley.

[@heavengin7x585]

She has beautiful voice

[@johannesabrahams7884]

my heart and soul hear the sound of the glory, and when tonight has come my soul sleep with GOD!

[@santinoantonio]

I love this kiwi rendition. As a hint to George Barnes, I would suggest him to listen to Andy Williams', one of the most beautiful voices the world has ever had, in my opinion. Unfortunately, he is no more among us.

[@christophersteyn6738]

My hair's, back of head and arms, are literally standing on end... moved is the only real praise I can give. Superb!

[@joesmith-jb4ls]

Haley needs no music. She is non pariel. Bravo!!!

[@mywiggnooo]

Wow...absolutely breathtaking!!!

[@sonicfoxxmusic4281]

As if anybody needed proof that this wonderful young lady has a stunning vocal. A few years back i asked a Bass-baritone to possibly sing a lyric i'd penned for the music of Vivaldi. He said it might be a problem scheduling anything because he was working on a charity song with Hayley Westenra... So i said "it's fine...she takes priority..she is special".... I eventually managed to find my own Soprano to sing three songs for me....google Hannah Drury....SWEET LADY ENGLAND, THE STORM and EPIPHANIA....my patience and respect for Hayley and that other singer seems to have totally paid off.

[@Saartje05]

Bullshit. I´m an atheist and I think it´s beautiful. Doesn´t make me a believer though.

[@sandradewet-vandenberg3396]

Beautiful, beautiful!!

[@joesmith-jb4ls]

Hayley is God's Gift to us

[@massimosettimi2093]

It's not easy to sing "a cappella", only your voice in the desert, no tech support. Brava Hayley.

[@elearningpro9346]

Stunning!!!!!!!!!!!!!!!

[@flamenqueantesthedodges6372]

Amazing Grace - Hayley Westenra (a cappella) in Christchurch NZ kzbin.info/www/bejne/a57RhX6EbbGon7s Uploaded on 18 Mar 2011 Hayley Westenra ヘイリー 海莉 sings Amazing Grace アメイジング·グレイス a cappella, live on stage at the New Zealand National Christchurch Memorial Service, following the tragic earthquake of February 22nd in Christchurch. The service took place in front of many thousands, at North Hagley Park Christchurch on 18 March 2011. This video is uploaded as HD to maximise the KZbin audio and video quality but it was recorded as SD video and upconverted to 720p. Category Music Licence Standard KZbin Licence MAR 20, 2015

[@funeraireteheiservices3007]

woderful angel

[@itsjimupnorth]

HERE'S TO MAKING IT COUNT HAYLES. It is a measure of her great artistic integrity that she can perform this song so often and always make it special (and never more so than here). God bless her and the good people of Christchurch.

[@7884golfguru]

Omg awesome voice,I’m a proud kiwi who has lived abroad for the last 40 years,so enjoy talent from NZ

[@shohoudy1]

BRAVO👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻👏🏻❤️

[@welshpete12]

What a wonderful voice , remarkable !

[@dinngtann1845]

Amazingly fantastic song and voice...love this...!

[@フジテブクロ]

色は匂えど散りぬるを若よ誰ぞ常ならむ。

[@rajawillem8824]

Last name indicates she must be of Dutch ancestry. An angel indeed the way she sings.

[@theresegiroux1305]

Amazing Grace, How sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me I once was lost, but now am found T'was blind but now I see T'was Grace that taught my heart to fear And Grace, my fears relieved How precious did that grace appear The hour I first believed Through many dangers, toils and snares We have already come. T'was grace that brought us safe thus far And grace will lead us home, And grace will lead us home Amazing grace, Howe Sweet the sound That saved a wretch like me I once was lost but now am found T'was blind but now I see Was blind, but now I see

[@stevethea5250]

I mistook this for US anthem

[@rosairedubrule60]

voice of her nation What greater honor is there?

[@jamesruzic7651]

Wow

[@maystubborn8186]

oh my god that's amazing voice

[@willianludgero7843]

Your voice is the most beautiful I have ever seen in my life, praise God for his wonderful gift.

[@judy6123]

Linda música! Linda voz! Deus seja louvado por sua imensa graça e amor!

[@piaschou9297]

😢

[@carolblake6980]

She was sing through her heart in this one, this is her "home" and you can feel her emotions 🥰

[@katekiss1747]

Why crying?